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We're asking volunteers for $30 per hour of packing to pay for the food.
Help Fight Hunger With Us
Can you give up one hour to fight hunger with us? Working with Meals From the Heartland, we're planning to package 40,000 meals in one day, and we need your help! We’re looking for teams of 10 - 12 people to sign up for 1-hour shifts. The first shift starts at 9 am, and the last starts at 2 pm.
Click the Signup Genius Logo to sign up your team or just yourself. We’re asking each volunteer for a $30 donation to pay for the food they’ll pack in an hour. Make online donations using the Meals From the Heartland logo below, or bring a check on packing day, April 11.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can a person sign up without a team?
Yes! Look for a team on Signup Genius that has an empty slot, and add yourself to their team. We all care about feeding hungry children, and we'll all be wearing those super-fancy hairnets! You'll fit right in.
Where is the food going?
Our meals will be going to: El Salvador, Haiti or Zambia.
Do I need to be a member of a church to participate?
No, all are welcome. We mean everyone.
What do the meals taste like?
We'll cook some up for you to try a few bites after your packing shift.
Can children be on a meal packing team?
Yes, anyone old enough to follow directions for an hour can join a team, though children should be with a supervising adult.
If you're busy on packing day, April 11, you can still make a difference:
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Help spread the word and invite friends to sign up
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Make a donation to our meal packing event of any amount to feed hungry people. You could even sponsor a whole team of meal packers for an hour for $300!
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Make a donation to a local food bank, such as:
North Liberty Community Pantry
Coralville Community Food Pantry
CommUnity Crisis Services