Volunteer at Community Servings

As one of Boston’s largest volunteer programs, we make and home-deliver over 1,200,000 meals annually.

What To Expect

All new kitchen volunteers receive a 15-minute orientation at the start of their first shift, including a short video, staff Q&A, and food safety training.  Once in the kitchen, you’ll help our team peel and chop veggies, portion soups, stews, and salads, and pack meal bags for our clients.

Every week, we prepare thousands of medically tailored meals for people and families across Massachusetts impacted by HIV/AIDS, cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and more.

Most clients receive a weekly delivery of five days’ worth of scratch-made lunches, dinners, and snacks that YOU help prepare!

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General Info

If you have any questions about volunteering with Community Servings, please visit our Frequently Asked Questions page, email the Volunteer Services Team at , or call us at 617.522.7777 and dial option 5.

Our Volunteer Coordinators are available Monday–Friday to assist you:

  • In Boston (Jamaica Plain) from 8:30 am–4:30 pm

  • In Mansfield from 8:00 am–4:00 pm

Click here to access our Boston volunteer calendar

Click here to access our Mansfield volunteer calendar 

For information about volunteering as a group, click here.

Check out our Frequently Asked Questions resource for additional details.

Health & Safety

To volunteer, please ensure you’re feeling 100% healthy and free of any illness symptoms, including cough, fever, chills, body aches, chest congestion, shortness of breath, nausea/vomiting, or diarrhea. If you’re feeling unwell before your shift, we encourage you to join us another time when you’re feeling better!

 

For everyone’s safety in the production kitchen, volunteers must follow the dress code:

  • Long-sleeved shirts that cover the midriff and forearms

  • Closed-toe shoes (sneakers or boots)

  • Long pants (without rips or tears) or a full-length skirt

Hairnets, beard nets, aprons, and gloves will be provided.

For any special accommodation requests, please contact the Volunteer Services Team at before your shift.

Community Servings has achieved high ratings by GuideStar & Charity Navigation and is an accredited FIMC Member.

FOOD BANK
Community Servings
179 Amory Street
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Phone: 617.522.7777
Fax: 617.522.7770
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Now through 11/22, your purchase of a locally baked apple, pecan, or pumpkin Thanksgiving pie from Community Servings provides a week of meals for a neighbor in need. Order today to make a difference!

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