Volunteering during the COVID-19 Pandemic
For the safety of those we serve and our entire community, we will temporarily limit some of our volunteer activities at Martha’s Village & Kitchen. We are committed to doing our part by following the recommended guidelines by the CDC & the County of Riverside to flatten the curve of the COVID-19 Virus. We continue to serve our community through our programs to children, families, and individuals.
CLICK HERE to learn more about our Covid-19 Vaccination Protocols for Volunteers.
Volunteer Applications
Current Volunteer Opportunities*
Volunteers must be 18 years or older.
No one under this age may volunteer at this time.
1. Thrift Store (Ages 18+) Help Martha’s Village sell new and gently used items at our Village Store to support our programs. Please make use of your friendly customer service skills, assisting our retail personnel with finding treasures for the public, and assisting our clients in using their vouchers. All necessary COVID-19 precautions are being taken to ensure your safety and our customers. Volunteer opportunities are available during business hours: Tues-Sat 10 am-5:30 pm. Interested? Call us: (760) 347-4741 or Email: volunteer@marthasvillage.org
2. Emergency Food Pantry (Ages 18+) Volunteers assist with sorting and packaging USDA Food Commodities and donated nonperishable food items to our neighbors in need. Will pre-packaged food items in accordance with the USDA menu guidelines provided. May also sort through donated items to check for expired or damaged items. Required to maintain an organized pantry and to properly store all food items in accordance with all food governing agency requirements. Will need to practice FIFO (First In, First Out) procedures on all stored items located at the pantry and storage areas. May need to lift or carry heavy items weighing approximately 25 pounds or more. Interested? Call us: (760) 347-4741 or Email: volunteer@marthasvillage.org
2. Administration (Ages 18+) Help Martha’s Village with your administrative skills, such as filing, shredding, making copies, letter writing, data entry, and other related projects. Duties include projects in departments such as Development, Marketing, Finance, and general administrative support. This opportunity is available during normal business hours: Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm. Interested? Call us: (760) 347-4741 or Email: volunteer@marthasvillage.org
3. Thanksgiving Day 5K (Ages 18+) Help Martha’s Village & Kitchen prepare for our biggest fundraising event of the year! From helping us in with our Kid Zone to our crafty Beer Garden to our extravagant Race Crew, we need your help on Thanksgiving Day! Click here to sign up and learn more
4. Palm Springs Warm Weather Emergency Shelter (21+) The first shift (6:00 AM to 10:00 AM) Palm Springs Warm Weather Emergency Shelter Volunteer will assist with setting up breakfast, sweeping, and mopping the floor, and cleaning the restrooms. This volunteer position helps to monitor and ensure residents staying overnight comply with policies. The second shift (2:00 PM to 7:00 PM) Palm Springs Warm Weather Emergency Shelter Volunteer will assist with client shower check-ins, handing out hygiene kits, and setting up and tearing down dinner. This volunteer position helps to monitor and ensure residents staying overnight comply with policies. Interested? Call us: (760) 347-4741 or Email: volunteer@marthasvillage.org
5. Food Services Volunteer (Ages 18+) Help Martha’s Village prepare all major food items for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, with techniques including, but not limited to: knife skills, steam/boil, sauté, roast, and fry, braise/stew, grill, and bake. Ensure the proper handling/storage of all food items following sanitation/health regulations. Also responsible for helping set up and break down of dining room. Volunteer cooks must consider many details during the course of a shift and demonstrate good teamwork. While performing the duties of this job, the volunteer is regularly required to use hands to hold pots, pans, equipment, or equipment controls. The volunteer is frequently required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel or crouch. This opportunity is available: WEEKDAY MEAL AND VOLUNTEER TIMES: 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM | WEEKEND MEAL AND VOLUNTEER TIMES: 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM and 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM Interested? Call us: (760) 347-4741 or Email: volunteer@marthasvillage.org
6. Social Media (Ages 18+) Help Martha’s Village with our social media content. Are you a wiz at Facebook or Instagram? Do you love to create fun and unique posts? This opportunity can be done at home. Please help us extend our reach and get critical information to the community in need with the support of our Development team. Interested? Call us: (760) 347-4741 or Email: volunteer@marthasvillage.org
7. Tutu Workshop (Ages 18+) Help Martha’s Village & Kitchen prepare for our biggest event in the fall. Every year, our Thanksgiving Day 5k tutus make their way around the course. From Children, Pets, and Adults, everyone wants to show off their colorful tutus. We would love to have your creative talents assist us with tutu production. This project is great for all ages and FUN! Interested? Call us: (760) 347-4741 or Email: volunteer@marthasvillage.org
8. Public Shower Volunteer (Ages 21+) This position will require that you serve as the first point of contact for the Public Showers. You will have clients log in each day, sign a waiver form, and monitor their 15 minutes of shower time. The security and team will be available to work with you to manage this task. You can offer a towel, washcloth, and hygiene bag to each person. This opportunity is available during normal business hours: Monday, Wednesday & Friday from 9:00 am – 11:30 am. Interested? Call us: (760) 347-4741 or Email: volunteer@marthasvillage.org
Volunteers Make a Difference!
At Martha’s Village and Kitchen, Volunteers and staff work together to make a difference in the lives of our Coachella Valley neighbors. We cannot help the number of people we do without our volunteers!
Questions? Call us: (760) 347-4741 or Email: volunteer@marthasvillage.org
Volunteer Applications
Volunteers must be 18 years or older.
No one under this age may volunteer at this time.
Volunteer groups are not being scheduled at this time.
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- Agape Salon
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- Public Lunch Volunteer
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- USDA Food Distribution
Volunteer Opportunities Include:
We are always looking for volunteers to help serve a meal, do activities with children, do maintenance tasks, teach a class, greet guests, organize merchandise, and so much more!
DRESS REQUIREMENTS FOR THE KITCHEN: CHECK-IN WITH KITCHEN STAFF FOR YOUR ASSIGNMENT: FOOD PREPARATION AND SET-UP INCLUDES: WEEKDAY MEAL AND VOLUNTEER TIMES: 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM Resident Breakfast Public Lunch Volunteer Lunch: 12:15PM-12:45PM (NO EATING WHILE SERVING) WEEKEND MEAL AND VOLUNTEER TIMES: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM Resident Lunch Resident Dinner 12:45 PM-1:30 PM 4:45 PM-5:30PM SIGN IN AND OUT: Volunteers sign in and out at the Front Desk. Sign your Volunteer Time Log AND the Daily Log attached to the clipboard. Be sure to sign the bottom of your Volunteer Time Log on the FIRST day you volunteer each month—this is extremely important for us to report your hours for our organization to receive the necessary funding. **Volunteers must be 18 years of age to volunteer in the kitchen.
Perform maintenance tasks such as window washing or painting. In addition, groundskeeping work is available.
Volunteer Positions in Children’s Services are Currently Unavailable. Please check back at a later time. Care for infants and young children. In addition, you can help children with their homework or lead after-school activities. Also, assist in family-oriented activities to promote family interest in reading.
DRESS CODE REQUIREMENTS: CHECK-IN WITH THRIFT STORE STAFF FOR YOUR ASSIGNMENT THRIFT STORE DUTIES INCLUDE: SIGN IN AND OUT: Volunteers sign in and out at the Cashier Stand. Sign your Volunteer Time Log AND the Daily Log attached to the clipboard. Be sure to sign the bottom of your Volunteer Time Log on the FIRST day you volunteer each month—this is extremely important for us to report your hours for our organization to receive the necessary funding. VOLUNTEER TIMES: MONDAY THROUGH SATURDAY 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM *CLOSED SUNDAY
Help staff assembles canned/ dry goods bags for impoverished families in the community. Also, maintain and organize the food pantry and provide basic client services and referrals.
Volunteer Positions in Career & Education are Currently Unavailable. Please check back at a later time. Tutor adults in basic education subjects and family literacy, help people develop computer skills, and assist clients in job search activities.
Greet and assist guests, residents, clients, and members of the community at the lobby desk. In addition, it helps to support the administration of the Emergency Pantry.
Our biggest fundraising event of the year! We have many volunteer opportunities throughout the morning. Click here to sign up and learn more
That’s up to you! Our programs offer flexible day, evening, or weekend schedules to accommodate your work or school responsibilities. That is to say; you can volunteer as much or little as you like.
New volunteers should attend Volunteer Orientation. At Orientation, you will complete a volunteer application, take a tour of our facility and learn about our volunteer opportunities. As a result, we will help determine the best placement based on your skills, interests, and talents. Training provides you with the tools necessary to receive the most from your experience and discover the many rewards of volunteering. If you’re interested in volunteering, please try to attend Volunteer Orientation. Call 760-347-4741 ext—128 or email volunteer@marthasvillage.org with any questions.
6:30AM- 7:30AM 11:00AM- 12:00PM
Frequently Asked Questions
We welcome individuals, groups, families, students, and children, preferably 12 years and older (12 to 15-year-olds need to be accompanied by a Guardian). No one under the age of 16 can work in the Kitchen or serve on the line. 12-15-year-olds can help to clean and give food service support in the Dining Room.