NOTE: This event is eligible to receive ONE (1) bonus hour for each volunteers who registers for and attends the shift time in its entirety.
Position Overview:
Martha’s Table is excited to host our Annual Alumni Mixer event on July 16th. As families prepare for the upcoming year, alumni of our Early Childhood Education program are welcomed back to Martha's Table to pick up essential school supplies for the upcoming school year. The event goes beyond distributing school supplies—it's a celebration of our commitment to supporting strong children, strong families, and strong communities.
Position Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist the Family Engagement Specialist with event set-up tasks, including setting up tables, baskets, and other supplies
- Help to prepare and serve nutritious meals to participants during the session Interact with community members in a front-facing role to provide excellent customer service
- Assist with varying tables to include arts and crafts, slushie preparation, and school supplies distribution
- Assist the Family Engagement Specialist with event clean-up tasks
Experience, Knowledge, and Skills Developed May Include:
- Interpersonal skills: Interacting with other volunteers, community members and staff effectively to ensure a seamless event
- Communication skills: Actively listening to other volunteers, staff, and community members when they communicate their needs
- Organizational skills: Ensure event space is neat and clean.
Working Description:
While performing the duties of this job, the assistant may be asked to stand for extended periods of time, comfortably lift up to 30 lbs., and maintain an active shift.
Transportation Instructions:
Volunteers may park in the Visitor Parking Lot that is adjacent to the building in spaces marked "MT." Carpooling is strongly encouraged for groups. Street parking is also available on Elvans Road and Gainesville Street. The nearest metro station is Anacostia (GREEN LINE), a 15-minute bus ride away.
