Community Action - 11.14: World Kindness Day at Feed My Starving Children
General Description
World Kindness Day is an international event that is observed every year on November 13. The purpose of this day is to celebrate and remind us of the simple steps we can take to show kindness and compassion to other people around us, both locally and internationally. We are partnering with local nonprofit Feed My Starving Children in Eagan to pack food for hungry people across the globe. It is truly a way for us to impact the world right here in Minnesota.
FMSC offers volunteers a one-of-a-kind experience. You’ll hand-pack rice, soy, dried vegetables and a nutritionally complete blend of vitamins and minerals into bags which are then sealed, boxed, placed on pallets (all volunteer driven!) and shipped to our incredible partners working hard to reach the neediest children around the world. By volunteering at FMSC, you’ll get the chance to impact hundreds of people in just a few hours per packing shift. You’ll experience what it’s like to make a tangible difference today.
Location
990 Lone Oak Road, Suite 136
Eagan, MN 55121
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Date/Time
Thursday, November 14
2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Help pack food for needy children around the world
- Work as a team to complete production goals
- Have fun!
Minimum Qualifications
- For safety reasons, children under the age of 5 are not allowed in our packing area (sorry, no exceptions)
- Everyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Volunteers must remove all jewelry and/or accessories before packing
- If you would like to volunteer as a group (families not included), please contact our Volunteer Coordinator before registering
Minimum Time Commitment
2 hours
Activity Level
Mild - May include walking short distances over relatively level terrain. Periods of standing or sitting will be required. Comfortable shoes recommended.
More Information
https://www.fmsc.org
Contact Information
Garrett Zaffke | Community Relations and Volunteer Services Coordinator
Dakota County Communications
1590 Highway 55| Hastings, MN 55033
Direct: (651) 438-4635 | Fax: (651) 438-4405 | Email: garrett.zaffke@co.dakota.mn.us
Qualifications Required
- Accepted Data Privacy Notice - Tennessen Notice Must be Yes
- Signed Volunteer Waiver Must be at least Yes
