Volunteer: February 2026 meal service shifts
The Stewpot is the sole meal provider at The Bridge Homeless Recovery Center which is located at 1818 Corsicana. At The Stewpot's Second Chance Café we serve three meals a day every day of the year! To do so we need volunteers to help serve food onto each tray, clean up, serve drinks, etc. All volunteers for Meal Services must be 18 years or older. Meals are served at 1818 Corsicana Street. Please park in the parking lot at the corner of St. Paul and Corsicana in any open spot (see photo below). Enter through our kitchen door marked with a Stewpot sign (see second photo below). The door is sometimes locked, please ring the doorbell if so. It is near the pull-through loading area in the parking lot. We look forward to seeing you at 7:15 am for Breakfast, 11:45 am for Lunch, or 5:45 pm for Dinner.
Be at least 18 years old Wear closed-toe shoes Wear a ball cap or be prepared to wear a hairnet; have your hair pulled back
Please Note: We ask that volunteers PLEASE sign up through our online volunteer portal. Signing up for shifts in advance helps us make sure shifts are adequately filled and allows us to contact volunteers in case of an emergency. Looking for another month of meal service shifts? On the first business day of the month between 8 am and 10 am the following month's meal service shifts are posted. Program: Meal Services: The Stewpot's Second Chance Café
The Stewpot is the sole meal provider at The Bridge Homeless Recovery Center which is located at 1818 Corsicana. At The Stewpot's Second Chance Café we serve three meals a day every day of the year! To do so we need volunteers to help serve food onto each tray, clean up, serve drinks, etc. All volunteers for Meal Services must be 18 years or older. Meals are served at 1818 Corsicana Street. Please park in the parking lot at the corner of St. Paul and Corsicana in any open spot (see photo below). Enter through our kitchen door marked with a Stewpot sign (see second photo below). The door is sometimes locked, please ring the doorbell if so. It is near the pull-through loading area in the parking lot. We look forward to seeing you at 7:15 am for Breakfast, 11:45 am for Lunch, or 5:45 pm for Dinner.
Be at least 18 years old Wear closed-toe shoes Wear a ball cap or be prepared to wear a hairnet; have your hair pulled back
Please Note: We ask that volunteers PLEASE sign up through our online volunteer portal. Signing up for shifts in advance helps us make sure shifts are adequately filled and allows us to contact volunteers in case of an emergency. Looking for another month of meal service shifts? On the first business day of the month between 8 am and 10 am the following month's meal service shifts are posted. Program: Meal Services: The Stewpot's Second Chance Café Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 75201 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Food PantryThe Stewpot's Food Pantry is an excellent volunteer opportunity for both individuals and groups! Our Food Pantry is open Monday through Friday, from 9 AM to 3 PM, providing no-cost food to anyone, with no proof of residence required. There are also no income or zip code qualifications to receive food. While we are appointment-based, walk-ins are also accepted. Location: The Food Pantry is located at 1610 S Malcolm X, Building 350. When you enter through the black gate on the campus, drive to the back of building 350 and use the doors at that entrance (you will enter where the star is on the map below). You are welcome to park anywhere in the parking lot; however, please avoid parking in the spots directly next to the back doors, as those are reserved for our neighbors to load their groceries. When you arrive, you will check in and receive a nametag. To make things even easier, feel free to check in using your phone! A member of our Volunteer Services team will help you get signed in, and then you’ll meet the wonderful Food Pantry staff. They’ll guide you on your specific roles and walk you through what your shift will look like. We’re excited to have you with us!
Volunteer Roles for the Pantry (will be assigned by the Food Pantry staff): · Greeter: Welcome neighbors, open the doors, and assign shopping carts. · Shopping Assistant: Take ownership of a grocery aisle—greet neighbors, explain the items available on the shelves, count the number of items, and restock as needed. · Bagger: Assist neighbors with bagging their groceries. · Shopping Cart Runner: Load groceries into cars and return carts to the front of the pantry. · Warehouse Helper: Sort food items and transport them to the shopping area. Volunteer Requirements: · Volunteers must be at least 12 years old and accompanied by a parent or guardian. Volunteers aged 16 and older can volunteer independently. · Closed-toed shoes are REQUIRED. Dress comfortably and appropriately for the weather. · Please dress modestly—bare midriffs, crop tops, yoga pants, and very short shorts are not permitted. For shorts, the length must reach at least the end of your fingertips when your arms are at your sides. We are currently collecting children's books in both English and Spanish to make available in the Food Pantry for the little ones who come through! If you would like to donate books, please feel free to bring them when you come to volunteer or reach out to Beverly at BeverlyA@thestewpot.org to coordinate a drop-off time. Thank you for your support and thank you for volunteering with The Stewpot! Program: Food Pantry The Stewpot's Food Pantry is an excellent volunteer opportunity for both individuals and groups! Our Food Pantry is open Monday through Friday, from 9 AM to 3 PM, providing no-cost food to anyone, with no proof of residence required. There are also no income or zip code qualifications to receive food. While we are appointment-based, walk-ins are also accepted. Location: The Food Pantry is located at 1610 S Malcolm X, Building 350. When you enter through the black gate on the campus, drive to the back of building 350 and use the doors at that entrance (you will enter where the star is on the map below). You are welcome to park anywhere in the parking lot; however, please avoid parking in the spots directly next to the back doors, as those are reserved for our neighbors to load their groceries. When you arrive, you will check in and receive a nametag. To make things even easier, feel free to check in using your phone! A member of our Volunteer Services team will help you get signed in, and then you’ll meet the wonderful Food Pantry staff. They’ll guide you on your specific roles and walk you through what your shift will look like. We’re excited to have you with us!
Volunteer Roles for the Pantry (will be assigned by the Food Pantry staff): · Greeter: Welcome neighbors, open the doors, and assign shopping carts. · Shopping Assistant: Take ownership of a grocery aisle—greet neighbors, explain the items available on the shelves, count the number of items, and restock as needed. · Bagger: Assist neighbors with bagging their groceries. · Shopping Cart Runner: Load groceries into cars and return carts to the front of the pantry. · Warehouse Helper: Sort food items and transport them to the shopping area. Volunteer Requirements: · Volunteers must be at least 12 years old and accompanied by a parent or guardian. Volunteers aged 16 and older can volunteer independently. · Closed-toed shoes are REQUIRED. Dress comfortably and appropriately for the weather. · Please dress modestly—bare midriffs, crop tops, yoga pants, and very short shorts are not permitted. For shorts, the length must reach at least the end of your fingertips when your arms are at your sides. We are currently collecting children's books in both English and Spanish to make available in the Food Pantry for the little ones who come through! If you would like to donate books, please feel free to bring them when you come to volunteer or reach out to Beverly at BeverlyA@thestewpot.org to coordinate a drop-off time. Thank you for your support and thank you for volunteering with The Stewpot! Program: Food Pantry Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 75226 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: January 2026 Meals
The Stewpot is the sole meal provider at The Bridge Homeless Recovery Center which is located at 1818 Corsicana. At The Stewpot's Second Chance Café we serve three meals a day every day of the year! To do so we need volunteers to help serve food onto each tray, clean up, serve drinks, etc. All volunteers for Meal Services must be 18 years or older. Meals are served at 1818 Corsicana Street. Please park in the parking lot at the corner of St. Paul and Corsicana in any open spot (see photo below). Enter through our kitchen door marked with a Stewpot sign (see second photo below). The door is sometimes locked, please ring the doorbell if so. It is near the pull-through loading area in the parking lot. We look forward to seeing you at 7:15 am for Breakfast, 11:45 am for Lunch, or 5:45 pm for Dinner.
Be at least 18 years old Wear closed-toe shoes Wear a ball cap or be prepared to wear a hairnet; have your hair pulled back
Please Note: We ask that volunteers PLEASE sign up through our online volunteer portal. Signing up for shifts in advance helps us make sure shifts are adequately filled and allows us to contact volunteers in case of an emergency. Looking for another month of meal service shifts? On the first business day of the month between 8 am and 10 am the following month's meal service shifts are posted. Program: Meal Services: The Stewpot's Second Chance Café
The Stewpot is the sole meal provider at The Bridge Homeless Recovery Center which is located at 1818 Corsicana. At The Stewpot's Second Chance Café we serve three meals a day every day of the year! To do so we need volunteers to help serve food onto each tray, clean up, serve drinks, etc. All volunteers for Meal Services must be 18 years or older. Meals are served at 1818 Corsicana Street. Please park in the parking lot at the corner of St. Paul and Corsicana in any open spot (see photo below). Enter through our kitchen door marked with a Stewpot sign (see second photo below). The door is sometimes locked, please ring the doorbell if so. It is near the pull-through loading area in the parking lot. We look forward to seeing you at 7:15 am for Breakfast, 11:45 am for Lunch, or 5:45 pm for Dinner.
Be at least 18 years old Wear closed-toe shoes Wear a ball cap or be prepared to wear a hairnet; have your hair pulled back
Please Note: We ask that volunteers PLEASE sign up through our online volunteer portal. Signing up for shifts in advance helps us make sure shifts are adequately filled and allows us to contact volunteers in case of an emergency. Looking for another month of meal service shifts? On the first business day of the month between 8 am and 10 am the following month's meal service shifts are posted. Program: Meal Services: The Stewpot's Second Chance Café Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 75201 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Junior Crew (Middle School)-Children and Youth ProgramsVolunteers are needed on Tuesday through Thursday evenings to help with The Stewpot's Junior Crew (middle school students)! This is a wonderful service opportunity for volunteers 18 years and older. DETAILS: Students are currently seeking assistance with: writing, math (i.e. algebra, calculus) or hard sciences (i.e. chemistry, physics…etc.).Homework time may fluctuate depending on the events scheduled for that given day. Your flexibility is greatly appreciated! Volunteers may be asked to assist with projects at hand before homework time. Volunteers are asked to wear appropriate clothing (i.e. nothing revealing, too short, or ill-fitting clothes). We take the dress code very seriously. If you are not dressed appropriately, you will be asked to leave. STEPS TO APPLY: Email volunteer@thestewpot.org to get the link to complete a background check (18 years or older) and the Child Safety Video/Quiz (scoring a passing grade). Save a copy of your Child Safety training certificate to bring with you. Wait for a confirmation email from our staff. Sign up for shifts!Parking information: Come through the
main front gate and drive around to the back of the church. We are in building
C. There is a parking lot where you can park at the back. The building has a
bell you can ring, in case it is locked. Program: Children and Youth Programs Volunteers are needed on Tuesday through Thursday evenings to help with The Stewpot's Junior Crew (middle school students)! This is a wonderful service opportunity for volunteers 18 years and older. DETAILS: Students are currently seeking assistance with: writing, math (i.e. algebra, calculus) or hard sciences (i.e. chemistry, physics…etc.).Homework time may fluctuate depending on the events scheduled for that given day. Your flexibility is greatly appreciated! Volunteers may be asked to assist with projects at hand before homework time. Volunteers are asked to wear appropriate clothing (i.e. nothing revealing, too short, or ill-fitting clothes). We take the dress code very seriously. If you are not dressed appropriately, you will be asked to leave. STEPS TO APPLY: Email volunteer@thestewpot.org to get the link to complete a background check (18 years or older) and the Child Safety Video/Quiz (scoring a passing grade). Save a copy of your Child Safety training certificate to bring with you. Wait for a confirmation email from our staff. Sign up for shifts!Parking information: Come through the
main front gate and drive around to the back of the church. We are in building
C. There is a parking lot where you can park at the back. The building has a
bell you can ring, in case it is locked. Program: Children and Youth Programs Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 75217 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Kids Club (Elementary Aged Students)-Children and Youth ProgramsVolunteers are needed every Tuesday through Thursday for our Kids Club program! This is a fantastic service opportunity for individuals aged 14 and older. You'll have the chance to engage with students while supporting teachers in the classrooms. Volunteers also help keep students focused and ensure their supervision and safety. Clean-up tasks may include wiping down tables and light sweeping. Volunteers are required to wear appropriate clothing, meaning nothing revealing, too short, or ill-fitting. We take the dress code very seriously, and if you are not dressed appropriately, you will be asked to leave. Please Note: Volunteers must be 14 years of age or older in order to begin participating with Saturday Kids Club. Volunteers 18 years or older, must complete a background check and Child Safety Video/Quiz (scoring a passing grade) before volunteering. Please email Volunteer@thestewpot.org to receive the background check authorization link.Parking information: When you arrive at 7300 Bruton, please drive all the way through the main front gate and continue to the back of the church. We are located in Building C, which has a parking lot where you can park (see the picture below). The building has a doorbell to ring if the door is locked. Please ensure that any large items, backpacks, or similar belongings are kept out of sight in your vehicle or left at home. Thank you so much for serving with The Stewpot! Program: Children and Youth Programs Volunteers are needed every Tuesday through Thursday for our Kids Club program! This is a fantastic service opportunity for individuals aged 14 and older. You'll have the chance to engage with students while supporting teachers in the classrooms. Volunteers also help keep students focused and ensure their supervision and safety. Clean-up tasks may include wiping down tables and light sweeping. Volunteers are required to wear appropriate clothing, meaning nothing revealing, too short, or ill-fitting. We take the dress code very seriously, and if you are not dressed appropriately, you will be asked to leave. Please Note: Volunteers must be 14 years of age or older in order to begin participating with Saturday Kids Club. Volunteers 18 years or older, must complete a background check and Child Safety Video/Quiz (scoring a passing grade) before volunteering. Please email Volunteer@thestewpot.org to receive the background check authorization link.Parking information: When you arrive at 7300 Bruton, please drive all the way through the main front gate and continue to the back of the church. We are located in Building C, which has a parking lot where you can park (see the picture below). The building has a doorbell to ring if the door is locked. Please ensure that any large items, backpacks, or similar belongings are kept out of sight in your vehicle or left at home. Thank you so much for serving with The Stewpot! Program: Children and Youth Programs Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 75217 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Snack BagsPlease note this opportunity does not take place at The Stewpot. Please feel free to make the snack bags on your own and upon completion, reach out to The Stewpot to coordinate a drop off time. Snack Bags are gallon size ziploc bags or drawstring backpacks filled with nourishing snacks for hungry clients. Suggested items include: - Bottle of water - Electrolyte packet(s) - Soft cereal bar - Tuna Packets - Pop top vienna sausages - Individual cup of peanut butter - An encouraging note (optional) You do not have to follow this list exactly but everything must be prepackaged and ready to eat. No homemade items. Please keep in mind that many of our clients have dental issues making it difficult to eat hard foods such as nuts. Please do not include items that need a can opener or other device to open. Thank you for your support and partnership. We appreciate you! We suggest making at least 25 bags when you donate. You must arrange a dropoff with at least 2 business day's notice and please email volunteer@thestewpot.org to coordinate. Please note we can only accept donation drop offs on weekdays. Need Service Hours for school, court, an organization, etc.? We offer 2 service hours for 25 snack bags. We do suggest you make sure your school, court, or organization allows hours for in-kind donations. Program: Housing and Homeless Services Please note this opportunity does not take place at The Stewpot. Please feel free to make the snack bags on your own and upon completion, reach out to The Stewpot to coordinate a drop off time. Snack Bags are gallon size ziploc bags or drawstring backpacks filled with nourishing snacks for hungry clients. Suggested items include: - Bottle of water - Electrolyte packet(s) - Soft cereal bar - Tuna Packets - Pop top vienna sausages - Individual cup of peanut butter - An encouraging note (optional) You do not have to follow this list exactly but everything must be prepackaged and ready to eat. No homemade items. Please keep in mind that many of our clients have dental issues making it difficult to eat hard foods such as nuts. Please do not include items that need a can opener or other device to open. Thank you for your support and partnership. We appreciate you! We suggest making at least 25 bags when you donate. You must arrange a dropoff with at least 2 business day's notice and please email volunteer@thestewpot.org to coordinate. Please note we can only accept donation drop offs on weekdays. Need Service Hours for school, court, an organization, etc.? We offer 2 service hours for 25 snack bags. We do suggest you make sure your school, court, or organization allows hours for in-kind donations. Program: Housing and Homeless Services Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Flexible Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Venture Crew(High School)-Children and Youth ProgramsVolunteers are needed on Tuesday through Thursday evenings to help with The Stewpot's Venturing Crew (high school students)! This is a wonderful service opportunity for volunteers 21 years and older. DETAILS: Students are currently seeking assistance with: writing, math (i.e. algebra, calculus) or hard sciences (i.e. chemistry, physics…etc.).Homework time may fluctuate depending on the events scheduled for that given day. Your flexibility is greatly appreciated! Volunteers may be asked to assist with projects at hand before homework time. Volunteers are asked to wear appropriate clothing (i.e. nothing revealing, too short, or ill-fitting clothes). We take the dress code very seriously. If you are not dressed appropriately, you will be asked to leave. STEPS TO APPLY: Email volunteer@thestewpot.org to get the link to complete a background check (21 years or older) and the Child Safety Video/Quiz (scoring a passing grade). Save a copy of your Child Safety training certificate to bring with you. Wait for a confirmation email from our staff. Sign up for shifts!Parking information: Come through the
main front gate and drive around to the back of the church. We are in building
C. There is a parking lot where you can park at the back. The building has a
bell you can ring, in case it is locked. Program: Children and Youth Programs Volunteers are needed on Tuesday through Thursday evenings to help with The Stewpot's Venturing Crew (high school students)! This is a wonderful service opportunity for volunteers 21 years and older. DETAILS: Students are currently seeking assistance with: writing, math (i.e. algebra, calculus) or hard sciences (i.e. chemistry, physics…etc.).Homework time may fluctuate depending on the events scheduled for that given day. Your flexibility is greatly appreciated! Volunteers may be asked to assist with projects at hand before homework time. Volunteers are asked to wear appropriate clothing (i.e. nothing revealing, too short, or ill-fitting clothes). We take the dress code very seriously. If you are not dressed appropriately, you will be asked to leave. STEPS TO APPLY: Email volunteer@thestewpot.org to get the link to complete a background check (21 years or older) and the Child Safety Video/Quiz (scoring a passing grade). Save a copy of your Child Safety training certificate to bring with you. Wait for a confirmation email from our staff. Sign up for shifts!Parking information: Come through the
main front gate and drive around to the back of the church. We are in building
C. There is a parking lot where you can park at the back. The building has a
bell you can ring, in case it is locked. Program: Children and Youth Programs Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 75217 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Welcome BasketsPlease note this project is to be completed by you on your own time. Once you've bought everything and assembled a basket(s) then you can arrange to drop it off at The Stewpot. When you've completed a welcome basket(s) please reach out to John Swindle, johns@thestewpot.org, to coordinate a drop off time. We ask that every item listed below please BE NEW. The goal is to present the items in the laundry basket but every item may not fit in the basket and that is ok. If you think there are necessities missing from the list, don't worry, many other items are covered by other sources. Thank you for supporting The Stewpot's newly housed clients. If you cannot contribute everything to a Welcome Basket please try making a Bathroom Basket or a Cleaning Basket instead. To do so just use the items marked with a (B) or (C) for bathroom and cleaning products. Need Service Hours for school, court, an organization, etc? We offer 4 service hours for a full Welcome basket or 2 hours for a smaller bathroom or cleaning basket. We do suggest you make sure your school, court, or organization allows hours for in-kind donations. Welcome Basket Items
Questions or concerns? Please email JohnS@thestewpot.org for more information. Thank you again! Program: Housing and Homeless Services Please note this project is to be completed by you on your own time. Once you've bought everything and assembled a basket(s) then you can arrange to drop it off at The Stewpot. When you've completed a welcome basket(s) please reach out to John Swindle, johns@thestewpot.org, to coordinate a drop off time. We ask that every item listed below please BE NEW. The goal is to present the items in the laundry basket but every item may not fit in the basket and that is ok. If you think there are necessities missing from the list, don't worry, many other items are covered by other sources. Thank you for supporting The Stewpot's newly housed clients. If you cannot contribute everything to a Welcome Basket please try making a Bathroom Basket or a Cleaning Basket instead. To do so just use the items marked with a (B) or (C) for bathroom and cleaning products. Need Service Hours for school, court, an organization, etc? We offer 4 service hours for a full Welcome basket or 2 hours for a smaller bathroom or cleaning basket. We do suggest you make sure your school, court, or organization allows hours for in-kind donations. Welcome Basket Items
Questions or concerns? Please email JohnS@thestewpot.org for more information. Thank you again! Program: Housing and Homeless Services Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Flexible Allow Groups: Yes |