Volunteer Expectations for Brookings Backpack Packing Events
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Brookings Backpack! Your support helps us provide over 500 bags of food and snacks to children in Brookings County each week. We’re incredibly grateful for the time and effort of our volunteers—your help makes this program possible.
To ensure a safe and efficient experience for everyone, please review and follow the guidelines below:
- THIS SIGN-UP IS FOR GROUPS OF 7 TO 10 PEOPLE ONLY. If you are an individual interested in volunteering, we’d love to have you involved! Please contact RaeAnn directly rather than signing up through this form.
- Due to safety and fire code regulations, only 10 people are allowed in the packing space at one time. If more than 10 people arrive, the additional individuals will be asked to leave. We appreciate your understanding as we prioritize safety.
- Children under 12 are not permitted in the packing area. For the safety of all volunteers, children aged 12 and older must be accompanied by an adult. There will be no exceptions to this rule, and we thank you for helping us create a safe environment.
Packing typically begins at 5:00 PM on Wednesdays, but we are happy to explore other times that may better fit your group’s schedule. Simply reach out to RaeAnn to coordinate. If the sign-up is full, you are welcome to join the waiting list, and we will contact you if a spot opens up.
By signing up, you are committed to follow these guidelines to ensure the safety and well-being of everyone involved. Thank you for your cooperation and enthusiasm for making a difference in our community!
