​Volunteer Opportunities
 Why volunteer? The simple answer is that it's just a good thing to do – for both your community and yourself.  Our volunteers set the foundation for building a sense of belonging in the community, offering an environment where individuals from all walks of life can gather and share a moment of kinship.  Our volunteers experience a sense of civic responsibility and fulfilment, strengthening community bonds.  Making sure people have basic nutrition is incredibly important to their health and wellbeing as well as the overall health of the community.  And volunteering at Community Kitchen of Northeastern Connecticut is a very rewarding experience, which in turn can be beneficial to your own overall health and wellbeing.
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With national figures for food insecurity passing the 30-million-people mark, ending hunger seems like an impossible goal.  It doesn't have to be.  By volunteering you can help fight hunger and make a difference in the wellbeing of your community.

If you decide to volunteer you or your group could;
Prepare a meal one week per month at one of our sites
Help with set up (table, chairs, settings, breads, produce) 
Help with cleanup (table, chairs, floors, etc.) 
Greet our neighbors and assist with meal distribution     
Provide bread or produce pickups.  We secure dated bread and produce from local grocery stores, that otherwise would end up in the trash.)
Provide entertainment or valuable resources
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By providing these services, we help our neighbors to redirect their scarce resources towards other critical needs like housing, medication, or education. This not only improves their personal situations but also reduce the strain on social services, leading to an overall healthier economy.

But most importantly we bring awareness to social issues such as homelessness, poverty, and food insecurity. Reminding the more fortunate members of the community about the hardships their neighbors may be experiencing.