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UPPER CLASS VOLUNTEER WORK

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Our Mission

The Upper Room Hospitality Ministry aims to provide the food requirements to the people of Prince Edward Island.

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Upper Room Soup Kitchen

One part of the Ministry is the Upper Room Soup Kitchen. It first began serving meals in 1984.

The Soup Kitchen deals directly with preparing and giving food to those in need.

It is run by three government employees, and the rest of the work is done by volunteers.

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Why Volunteer?

The majority of the work at the Soup Kitchen is done by volunteers.

In the 2005-2006 year, 29,000 meals were served to the less fortunate.

There are many times available to volunteer. As such, it is easy to find a time compatible with any schedule.

Mondays – Fridays: Lunch is served 11:30 – 12:30. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays: Supper is served

4:30 – 5:30. Meals are also available most weekends.

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It is also easy to become a volunteer. One merely needs to phone the soup kitchen, and arrange a date,

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Or make a personal trip to speak directly to an employee and see the work.

101 Richmond Street, Charlottetown, PEI

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Volunteering at the Soup Kitchen allows people to make a difference in the lives of the people of Charlottetown and develop relationships with those who frequent the establishment.

Some may have doubts about having to prepare and serve food, or about having to deal so directly with the people receiving the food, however…

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Upper Room Food Bank

Another option is the Upper Room Food Bank.The Food Bank deals with the collection,

organization and distribution of foods. It first began operating in 1986.

The Food Bank is run by a manager, and many volunteers. Not only do they deliver food to the Soup Kitchen, but they also send meals to individual families.

It provides hampers containing at least a three-day supply of food for each family member once monthly.

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Why Volunteer?

Like the Soup Kitchen, much of the work is done by volunteers.

In 2005-2006, the Food Bank delivered over 198,000 meals to 7,395 families.

There are two different possibilities for volunteering with the Food Bank.

The Hamper Service Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays: 9:00am –

11:00am. The Food Bank

Mondays – Fridays: 9:00am – 4:00pm.

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See about becoming a volunteer by calling the Food Bank.

# 892-7092

Or meet with the manager or one of the current volunteers.

33 Belmont Street Charlottetown, PEI

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Other Ways to Help

Some people may be unsure about volunteer work, and yet still want to contribute. Donations are always helpful and appreciated. Donations can be dropped off at the Soup Kitchen or Food Bank locations, or at any of the Food Bank Boxes:

Sobeys Superstore Co-Op

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Ten Most Needed Items

! Soup! Peanut butter! Cheese spread (such as Cheeze Whiz)! Pasta! Rice! Canned meat! Canned fruit! Canned juice! Canned beans! Baby products (food, formula, diapers)

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Questions, Comments, Concerns?

Any questions can be directed to the presenter, by contacting the Soup Kitchen or Food Bank, or by visiting the Upper Room Hospitality Ministry’s website:

www.feedpei.org