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Food Pantry
Thank you for your interest in volunteering at the food pantry!
We have many exciting opportunities for you to take part in.
If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact us.
Please feel free to browse through our list of opportunities and fill in an application form.
About Catholic Charities of Des Moines Food Pantry
The Catholic Charities Food Pantry is a member of the Des Moines Area Religious Council Food Pantry Network and partners with the Food Bank of Iowa to help feed those who are hungry in our community. In addition to food, the pantry also provides personal hygiene items, diapers, wipes, formula and pet food to those we serve.
Food Pantry Volunteer Opportunities
Food Pantry One time/Group opportunities
Select this option if the volunteer opportunity you are applying for is a one time opportunity.
This could include Volunteer Time Off (VTO), filling hours for service cord, or wanting to try out volunteering with Catholic Charities.
To apply select "Fill in an application" on the right side of the screen.
Food Pantry Food Rescue Drivers
Volunteers pick up donated food items from various grocery stores and restaurants and deliver to pantry. To apply for this opportunity select "Fill in an application" on the right side of the screen.
Food Pantry Daily Window and Monthly Market Volunteers
Daily Window Volunteers: Assist clients at the daily window at Catholic Charities Food Pantry, hand out food to clients. This opportunity may require some minor heavy lifting. To apply for this opportunity select "Fill in an application" on the right hand side of the screen.
Monthly Market: Assist clients as they shop for their food items and lead them through the “grocery” side of Food Pantry. To apply for this opportunity select "Fill in an application" on the right hand side of the screen.
