Get Involved
Volunteer, donate, become a business partner, and — of course — pray!
Volunteer
Lunch Partners Ministries is dependent on its volunteers. Without them, we couldn't operate. Below is a list of positions one could volunteer to fill, as well as a sample schedule for a volunteer day in each ministry.
Lunch Partners
COOK
Creates meals based on a recipe. Duties include:
- Reviewing, measuring and combining ingredients
- Ensuring food is cooked to the proper temperature.
Requirements:
- At least 21 years old
- Active county Food Handler's license
FOOD PREP
Helps prepare and serve a nutritious and filling meal. Duties include:
- Washing, cutting, and peeling fresh vegetables
- Pre-measuring items for cook to use
- Ensuring all ingredients needed are ready for the day's meal
Requirements:
- At least 12 years old
- Active county Food Handler's license
DINING ROOM ATTENDANT
Handles needs that arise in the dining room on service days. Duties include:
- Greeting patrons
- Refilling drinks, napkins, etc.
- Answering questions
- Praying with patrons
- Being a listening ear and a witness of the love of Jesus.
Requirements:
- At least 8 years old
FOOD PICKUP
Transports donations from business partner locations to Lunch Partners. Days and times vary. Duties include:
- Visiting business partners to pick up donations
- Transporting donations to Lunch Partners
- Unloading and organizing donations in food storage areas
Requirements:
- At least 16 years old
- Valid driver license
- Personal vehicle to drive
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Sample LP Volunteer Day
9:00 AM - Volunteers Arrive
9:15 AM - Food Prep & Organization Begins
11:30 AM - Food Service Begins
1:00 PM - Service Ends & Cleanup Beings
2:00 PM - Volunteers Depart
Food Pantry & Clothes Closet
Food Pantry
DAY-OF VOLUNTEER
- Ask how many individuals the person is "shopping" for to help meet the needs of the household
- Highlight what items are available in pantry
- Help locate items as needed
Requirements:
- At least 8 years old
Clothes Closet
DAY-OF VOLUNTEER
- Gather details about whom person is "shopping" for to help meet the needs of the household
- Direct individuals to the area of their size
- Help locate items as needed
Requirements:
- At least 8 years old
Clothes Closet
OFF-DAY VOLUNTEER
- Wash, sort, fold & put away donations so they are ready to shop on Fridays
Requirements:
- At least 8 years old
Sample FP Volunteer Day
9:30 AM - Volunteers Arrive
9:45 AM - Gather & Pack Food Bags
11:30 AM - Bag Distribution Begins
12:30 PM - Distribution Ends & Cleanup Begins
1:00 PM - Volunteers Depart
Sample CC Volunteer Day
10:00 AM - Volunteers Arrive
10:10 AM - Gather & Organize Clothing
11:30 AM - Distribution Begins
12:30 PM - Distribution Ends & Cleanup Begins
1:00 PM - Volunteers Depart
Current Needs
Lunch Partners Ministries is blessed by many generous donors; however, the needs of our community are great. Below is a list of current material needs for each ministry. If you are able to meet any of these needs, please contact us to arrange delivery of your gift.
Lunch Partners
- Meat
- Vegetables
- Milk (1 gallon jugs)
- Commercial air fryer
Food Pantry
- Knorr pasta sides
- Canned baked beans
- Condensed milk
Clothes Closet
- Men's jeans, sizes 36-44 waist
- Backpacks
- Men's & women's socks
- Shampoo & body wash, travel size
Prayer Requests
Lunch Partners Ministries believes in the power of prayer to change lives and circumstances. Please remember the Lunch Partners ministries in your prayers, as well as the specific needs listed below, as we work to fulfill Christ's commission to us.
- Our volunteers
- Our patrons
- Our donors
- Financial needs
Our Location
The Remnant Church of Jesus Christ
of Latter Day Saints
700 W. Lexington Ave.
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 461-7215
Lunch Partners - 1st Floor
Food Pantry - 1st Floor
Clothes Closet - 3rd Floor
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