It takes 150 hours of volunteer manpower every month to make each food giveaway of Phelps County Faith Distribution a reality. About 25,000-30,000 pounds of food and other items are distributed monthly to about 400 families (1,100 individuals). When you offer your time to volunteer, PCFD believes you are doing something great and that God will reward you richly.
The actual distribution is held the third Saturday each month, but volunteers are needed all through the week at the following times. Everything takes place at Grace Church of Rolla, 12640 U.S. Highway 63 south.
The actual distribution is held the third Saturday each month, but volunteers are needed all through the week at the following times. Everything takes place at Grace Church of Rolla, 12640 U.S. Highway 63 south.
- The Wednesday before the third Saturday of the month, unloading Wal-Mart semi truck, 6-7:30 p.m.
- The Friday before the third Saturday of the month, pre-packing boxes and repacking bulk foods, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
- The third Saturday of the month, food distribution, two shifts: 8-10:30 a.m. or 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Able-bodied volunteers who arrive for the early shift are asked to park just south of the church on County Road 5020, to make room for client cars in the church parking lot.
- Help also needed with the parking lot (7 a.m.) and clean-up (11:30 a.m.) on Saturday.
Email phelpscountyfood@gmail.com or call 573-368-3040 to find out more about volunteer opportunities.
