top of page

Volunteer- Operations

4 orasClairemont Mesa Boulevard

Paglalarawan sa Serbisyo

Be part of something meaningful! Volunteers help set up our grocery-style pantry with over 5,000 pounds of rescued food each week, giving families the dignity to choose what they bring home. Tasks vary and may include: Unloading and organizing food donations Setting up food stations and signage Labeling and stacking non-perishables Creating sections for dietary needs and allergies Juicing, dehydrating, and gardening Helping with donation pickups and organizing storage. Your time helps fight food waste, promote food justice, and create a welcoming space for the community. Let’s make every visit feel empowering from the start!


Mga Paparating na Sesyon


Patakaran sa Pagkansela

Cancellations: Minimum 12-hour Notice if you need to cancel your shift to allow us to adjust staffing and accommodate others. No-Call / No-Show Policy: If you miss a scheduled shift without prior notice, it will be considered a "no-show." We understand that emergencies happen, but please try to communicate in advance. After 1(One) No-Call/No-Shows, you will no longer be eligible to volunteer with us. We rely on our dedicated volunteers, and consistent attendance is essential for the success of our mission.


Mga Detalye ng Contact

  • 8878 Clairemont Mesa Boulevard, San Diego, CA, USA

    +18587374320

    porchlightcommunity@gmail.com


PrimaryLogo

Porchlight Community Services illuminates individuals’ self-sufficiency and empowers people to achieve long-term financial security.

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • X
  • Linkedin
  • Threads
Hours of Operation

Volunteering:  Sunday through Saturday

9:30 am - 3:30 pm

Food Distribution Event 

(by appointment only)

Thursday 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Sunday/Saturday 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Contact Information

Our Address: 

8878 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, Suite F,
San Diego, CA 92123

Questions or comments? Have you visited our FAQs?

Email us at info@porchlightcs.org

Supporting Food Rescue & Waste Reduction with CalRecycle

Porchlight Community Services is proud to receive partial funding from CalRecycle’s Food Waste Prevention and Rescue Grant Program. This support has allowed us to expand our food rescue efforts with a refrigerated van, invest in essential processing equipment, and promote sustainable solutions to reduce food waste in our community.

Through this grant, we can recover more edible food, extend its shelf life, and provide nutritious options to more people. It also helps us educate the community through workshops and events, like our DIY Beeswax Wrap Workshop, where we share practical ways to minimize food waste at home.

CalRecycle’s Food Waste Prevention and Rescue Grant Program is part of California’s larger effort to reduce organic waste in landfills, fight climate change, and improve food access. Learn more about this initiative here.

©2025 by Porchlight Community Services, Inc.

bottom of page