Corporate Volunteering

Meals on Wheels

Volunteer Meals on Wheels drivers are typically people who want to become involved in their communities and touch individual lives. Volunteering trends have been changing to now encompass individuals in the business world too.

Today, many forward thinking businesses are striving for positive corporate citizenship. As part of their efforts, some are encouraging employees to join volunteer programs. Corporate support of volunteerism is linked to improvements in profitability, productivity, and team building.

Comtemporary corporate thinking encourages employee volunteerism to raise the company profile, enhance the corporate image and strengthen community relations. It also allows employees to engage in something meaningful and build team spirit and morale. Corporate Meals on Wheels drivers really enjoy the opportunity to serve.

Details:

• 1.5 hour time commitment
• 10-12 stops per route
• One route once a week
• Approximately one route per employee per month (depending on employee participation)
• Deliveries usually coincide with most employees' lunch breaks

How Employers Can Encourage Corporate Stewardship:

• Assign a "Volunteerism Recruiter" within the company to be the main contact person for CEAP's Meals on Wheels Coordinator
• Promote volunteerism by posting sign-up sheets for interested employees
• Host informational sessions summarizing Meals on Wheels volunteer responsibilities
• Coordinate with department supervisors to allow sufficient time for employees to deliver meals

Current Community Group Volunteers:

• Edina Realty Brooklyn Center/Champlin
• Brooklyn Center Rotary
• Medtronic - Energy & Components Center
• Medtronic - Clinical Department
• Grace Fellowship Church
• Prince of Peace Lutheran Church
• City of Brooklyn Park
• Topline Credit Union
• Thermo Fisher Scientific
• Brooklyn Park P.D.