The Farm to Food Bank program, facilitated by Manna Food Center, supports the purchasing of locally grown produce and proteins, which is then shared with the vast network of food assistance providers in Montgomery County.
We are in need of Food Runners – Individuals, families and/or groups that can transport fresh produce, meat, and eggs from Montgomery County farms to the recipient agencies in our network.
Requirements:
- Must be 18 years old or older
- Enroll as a Food Runner using the CFR web application (requires computer and internet access, mobile app.
- Ability to lift 25 lbs.
- A clean vehicle
- Insurance on that vehicle
- A driver’s license and good driving record
- Time—1-3 hours per food run
- Complete a short evaluation after each food run
- Speak, read, and write in English
- This opportunity is NOT open to individuals needing hours for school or court.
Desired:
- Smart phone with texting capabilities.
If this is something that you are interested in helping with, please reach out to Manna's Food Resources team at 240-268-2548 or annarose@mannafood.org.
