Marion Polk Food Share

Join our team to end hunger in Marion and Polk Counties! We're #hiring a Transport Specialist – Retail Pick-up & Delivery Driver. Make a difference in your community while earning competitive pay and benefits. Apply today and help us deliver hope to those in need! #MissionToEndHunger #JobOpportunity View the full job description https://lnkd.in/gcsB8Ed2

🍽️ Join our team and make a difference in your community as a Dining Room Supervisor at #MealsonWheels! Manage lunch service, lead volunteer servers, and create a welcoming atmosphere for seniors. Enjoy competitive pay and benefits. Apply now and help end hunger in Marion and Polk Counties! #EndHunger #JobOpportunity 🌟 View the full job description at the link below https://lnkd.in/g-gEhxkw

Ben started his academic journey at Chemeketa, pursuing a transfer degree after high school. Engaging in work-study opportunities and continuing his employment at Chemeketa post-graduation, Ben found his calling in community service. Inspired by sociology and psychology classes at Chemeketa, Ben discovered his passion for assisting others, ultimately leading him to earn a degree in social work at PSU. Currently working with the Marion Polk Food Share, he ensures efficiency and effective communication to address community needs, particularly those facing food insecurity. Reflecting on his college journey, Ben emphasizes the significance of listening to communities and understanding their needs, a valuable lesson learned during his time at Chemeketa. "Chemeketa instructors shaped my perspective on community engagement, emphasizing the importance of listening to community members regarding their needs. I am grateful for my time at Chemeketa." #chemeketaalumniassociation

Some Marion Polk Food Share programs and operations will be impacted by inclement weather tomorrow morning. Please see below for a list of known closures and schedule changes for Wednesday, Jan. 17. Food Share office and warehouse The office and warehouse will open later than usual at 10:00 am. Morning volunteer shifts are cancelled. Food pantries and meal sites Food pantries and meal sites may be operating with modified hours. We suggest calling before you visit to confirm hours and services. Meals on Wheels home delivery Meals on Wheels home delivery may experience delays. Center 50+ and South Salem Senior Center lunches This section will be updated as soon as we know more. Partner agency deliveries/pick-up Anticipate service disruptions. We'll reach out to those impacted for rescheduling and accommodations. Stay tuned to our website for regular updates as we navigate these changes. We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding. Your safety and the safety of our community is our highest priority. Stay warm and safe! https://lnkd.in/g2_nYeWm

Due to inclement weather, Marion Polk Food Share will be closed Tuesday, January 16th. Our #MealsonWheels home-delivered meals service will be suspended for the day. Additionally, Center 50+ and South Salem meal sites will be closed. We understand the vital role our services play in the daily lives of many, especially in providing nutritious meals to those who rely on us. In these challenging weather conditions, the safety of our staff, volunteers, and clients remains our top priority. We advise our clients, particularly those who depend on our Meals on Wheels service, to utilize their emergency meal kits, which have been previously provided for situations just like this. We encourage you to use these resources as needed and rest assured that we are committed to resuming our services as soon as it is safe to do so. We apologize for any inconvenience caused by these closures and thank you for your understanding. Stay safe and warm, and we look forward to seeing you soon.