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Community Thanksgiving Feast - Volunteer 2026

DETAILS:

  • Date: Thursday, November 26, 2026
  • Time: Noon – 2:00 p.m.
  • Place: Central Presbyterian Church, 31 N. 7th Street, Downtown Lafayette

There are many opportunities for YOU to serve your community neighbors and make a difference this Thanksgiving holiday. Volunteers are needed for cooking, serving, entertaining, hosting, greeting, setting up, cleaning up, and more. Lots of food & supplies are needed too — contribute items or make a monetary donation to make this event possible. 

  • "Item QTY" -- Please enter the number of volunteers in your group here.
    If it is just YOU, please enter "1." If there are four members in your family/group, please enter “4” and in notes section list all first & last names of all individuals.
November 24, 2026
(TUESDAY) LOAD & MOVE - load & transport supplies from LUM to Central Presbyterian Church
Start Time: 12:00 pm
End Time: 2:00 pm

*NOTE: Large capacity vehicle needed for hauling large amounts of equipment and supplies. We are trying to secure a box truck for this effort.

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November 25, 2026
(WEDNESDAY) ACCEPT SUPPLIES DONATIONS - meet donors outside, transport donations into building (DRESS WARMLY)
Start Time: 12:00 pm
End Time: 2:00 pm

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November 25, 2026
(WEDNESDAY) SET UP - Set up tables, chairs, table supplies, etc. at Central Presbyterian Church
Start Time: 11:30 am
End Time: 1:30 pm

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November 26, 2026
(THURSDAY) SET UP - assist with any setup and transport supplies (need personal vehicle in case of transport needs)
Start Time: 11:00 am
End Time: 3:00 pm

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November 26, 2026
ACCEPT FOOD DONATION - meet food donors outside, transport donations into building (DRESS WARMLY)
Start Time: 8:30 am
End Time: 9:30 am

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November 26, 2026
ACCEPT FOOD DONATION - meet food donors outside - transport donations into building (DRESS WARMLY)
Start Time: 9:30 am
End Time: 10:30 am

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November 26, 2026
ACCEPT FOOD DONATION - meet food donors outside - transport donations into building (DRESS WARMLY)
Start Time: 10:30 am
End Time: 11:30 am

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November 26, 2026
MANAGE Insulated Containers - manage the insulated containers in the prep room, rotate dishes, help runners find food
Start Time: 9:30 am
End Time: 2:00 pm

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November 26, 2026
CHECK IN Volunteers - greet volunteers and answer questions
Start Time: 9:30 am
End Time: 11:00 am

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November 26, 2026
CHECK IN Volunteers - greet volunteers and answer questions
Start Time: 11:00 am
End Time: 12:30 pm

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November 26, 2026
CHECK IN Volunteers - greet volunteers and answer questions
Start Time: 12:30 pm
End Time: 2:00 pm

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November 26, 2026
VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION - lead volunteers to their station, introduce to team lead, and explain their role (will need to understand various roles and be familiar with role descriptions)
Start Time: 10:30 am
End Time: 1:30 pm

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November 26, 2026
ASSISTANT - help wherever it is needed; rolling silverware, running food, etc.
Start Time: 9:30 am
End Time: 12:30 pm

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November 26, 2026
ASSISTANT - help wherever it is needed; rolling silverware, running food, etc.
Start Time: 12:30 pm
End Time: 3:30 pm

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November 26, 2026
LINE HOST - manage the line of guests outside the church (DRESS WARMLY)
Start Time: 11:30 am
End Time: 2:15 pm

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November 26, 2026
MEAL COUNTER - Count the number of meals being served
Start Time: 11:30 am
End Time: 1:00 pm

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November 26, 2026
MEAL COUNTER - Count the number of meals being served
Start Time: 12:45 pm
End Time: 2:15 pm

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November 26, 2026
HALL MONITOR - disinfect surfaces & bathrooms, monitoring restricted areas
Start Time: 11:30 am
End Time: 1:00 pm

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November 26, 2026
HALL MONITOR - disinfect surfaces & bathrooms, monitoring restricted areas
Start Time: 1:00 pm
End Time: 2:15 pm

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November 26, 2026
PREP ROOM - help in Food Prep Room as needed (scoop cranberry sauce, cut pies, cut breads, and package for food service)
Start Time: 9:30 am
End Time: 2:30 pm

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November 26, 2026
PIE CUTTERS - cut and package pie, bread, and cranberry sauce
Start Time: 9:30 am
End Time: 10:30 am

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November 26, 2026
PIE CUTTERS - cut and package pie, bread, and cranberry sauce
Start Time: 10:30 am
End Time: 11:30 am

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November 26, 2026
PIE CUTTERS - cut and package pie, bread, and cranberry sauce
Start Time: 11:30 am
End Time: 12:30 pm

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November 26, 2026
PIE CUTTERS - cut and package pie, bread, and cranberry sauce
Start Time: 12:30 pm
End Time: 1:45 pm

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November 26, 2026
BREAD SERVERS - carry trays of bread around dining hall and offer it to guests
Start Time: 11:45 am
End Time: 2:00 pm

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November 26, 2026
DINING ROOM ASSISTANT - assist & support the Dining Room Captains as needed
Start Time: 11:00 am
End Time: 2:00 pm

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November 26, 2026
FOOD LINE SERVERS - Turkey
Start Time: 11:15 am
End Time: 12:45 pm

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November 26, 2026
FOOD LINE SERVERS - Stuffing/Dressing
Start Time: 11:15 am
End Time: 12:45 pm

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November 26, 2026
FOOD LINE SERVERS - Potatoes
Start Time: 11:15 am
End Time: 12:45 pm

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November 26, 2026
FOOD LINE SERVERS - Gravy
Start Time: 11:15 am
End Time: 12:45 pm

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November 26, 2026
FOOD LINE SERVERS - Yams
Start Time: 11:15 am
End Time: 12:45 pm

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November 26, 2026
FOOD LINE SERVERS - Vegetables
Start Time: 11:15 am
End Time: 12:45 pm

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November 26, 2026
FOOD LINE SERVERS - Casserole
Start Time: 11:15 am
End Time: 12:45 pm

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November 26, 2026
FOOD LINE SERVERS - Rolls & Cranberry Sauce
Start Time: 11:15 am
End Time: 12:45 pm

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November 26, 2026
FOOD LINE SERVERS - Turkey
Start Time: 12:30 pm
End Time: 2:15 pm

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November 26, 2026
FOOD LINE SERVERS - Stuffing/Dressing
Start Time: 12:30 pm
End Time: 2:15 pm

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November 26, 2026
FOOD LINE SERVERS - Potatoes
Start Time: 12:30 pm
End Time: 2:15 pm

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November 26, 2026
FOOD LINE SERVERS - Gravy
Start Time: 12:30 pm
End Time: 2:15 pm

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November 26, 2026
FOOD LINE SERVERS - Casserole
Start Time: 12:30 pm
End Time: 2:15 pm

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November 26, 2026
FOOD LINE SERVERS - Yams
Start Time: 12:30 pm
End Time: 2:15 pm

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November 26, 2026
FOOD LINE SERVERS - Vegetables
Start Time: 12:30 pm
End Time: 2:15 pm

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November 26, 2026
FOOD LINE SERVERS - Rolls & Cranberry Sauce
Start Time: 12:30 pm
End Time: 2:15 pm

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November 26, 2026
RUNNER - run food from kitchen to food lines
Start Time: 11:15 am
End Time: 1:00 pm

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November 26, 2026
RUNNER - run food from kitchen to food lines
Start Time: 12:45 pm
End Time: 2:15 pm

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November 26, 2026
FOOD LINE ASSISTANT- assist guest in line
Start Time: 11:30 am
End Time: 1:00 pm

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November 26, 2026
FOOD LINE ASSISTANT- assist guest in line
Start Time: 12:45 pm
End Time: 2:15 pm

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November 26, 2026
KITCHEN ASSISTANT - help the Kitchen Captain as needed
Start Time: 8:00 am
End Time: 12:15 pm

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November 26, 2026
KITCHEN ASSISTANT - help the Kitchen Captain as needed
Start Time: 12:00 pm
End Time: 4:15 pm

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November 26, 2026
KITCHEN CLEAN UP - clean up; wash pots and pans, etc; (No one under 13)
Start Time: 9:30 am
End Time: 11:00 am

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November 26, 2026
KITCHEN CLEAN UP - clean up; wash pots and pans, etc; (No one under 13)
Start Time: 11:00 am
End Time: 12:00 pm

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November 26, 2026
KITCHEN CLEAN UP - clean up; wash pots and pans, etc; (No one under 13)
Start Time: 12:00 pm
End Time: 1:00 pm

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November 26, 2026
KITCHEN CLEAN UP - clean up; wash pots and pans, etc; (No one under 13)
Start Time: 1:00 pm
End Time: 2:00 pm

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November 26, 2026
KITCHEN CLEAN UP - clean up; wash pots and pans, etc; (No one under 13)
Start Time: 2:00 pm
End Time: 3:00 pm

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November 26, 2026
CLEAR & RESET Tables - keep place settings clean and clear
Start Time: 12:00 pm
End Time: 1:15 pm

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November 26, 2026
CLEAR & RESET Tables - keep place settings clean and clear
Start Time: 1:15 pm
End Time: 2:15 pm

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November 26, 2026
OUTSIDE GREETERS - greet guests outside & at the entrance - DRESS WARMLY
Start Time: 11:15 am
End Time: 1:00 pm

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November 26, 2026
OUTSIDE GREETERS - greet guests outside & at the entrance - DRESS WARMLY
Start Time: 12:45 pm
End Time: 2:15 pm

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November 26, 2026
TABLE SERVERS - help guest and their families who need more assistance (such as elderly/disabled guests and their families)
Start Time: 11:30 am
End Time: 1:00 pm

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November 26, 2026
TABLE SERVERS - help guest and their families who need more assistance (such as elderly/disabled guests and their families)
Start Time: 12:45 pm
End Time: 2:15 pm

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November 26, 2026
POUR DRINKS - prepare, pour & serve drinks at the tables; clean-up drink station, pack away, prep items for move-out crew
Start Time: 11:30 am
End Time: 2:00 pm

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November 26, 2026
PACK UP DELIVERY MEALS- Pack up meals for delivery team
Start Time: 1:15 pm
End Time: 3:15 pm

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November 26, 2026
PACK UP EXCESS FOOD- Pack up food in freezer bags/containers, label, prep for transport to LUM freezers
Start Time: 2:00 pm
End Time: 3:30 pm

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November 26, 2026
CLEANUP ASSISTANT- assist the LUM Feast manager with cleanup & breakdown
Start Time: 1:30 pm
End Time: 4:30 pm

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November 26, 2026
GENERAL CLEAN UP - Clean up main hall and other areas (No one under 13)
Start Time: 2:00 pm
End Time: 3:30 pm

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November 26, 2026
DELIVER FOOD To Social Agencies & Individuals
Start Time: 2:15 pm
End Time: 3:30 pm

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November 26, 2026
MOVE-OUT, LOAD, & TRANSPORT Supplies back to LUM facilities and put away as directed
Start Time: 3:00 pm
End Time: 4:30 pm

*NOTE: We will utilize a box truck to make this move-out effort much more manageable and efficient. There may be smaller items that can be transported in vehicles and trucks, but not a lot as most items will go into the box truck.

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