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Volunteer with Us
As Queen City Kitchen is a small non-profit organization, we rely on volunteers to make our mission possible. People just like you!
Some of our volunteers have been helping QCK for decades and more help whenever their schedule allows. We are also fortunate to welcome weekend groups from local churches, faith communities, social service agencies and schools who provide a weekend meal—from bringing food and supplies, cooking & distributing food, to cleaning up afterwards. Whether you are looking to help as an individual or want to make a difference with your friends, we have space for you.
All these investments of time and heart make QCK a partner in building, nurturing and strengthening community in Cincinnati. In 2024 alone, over 2600 hours of volunteer time were donated to feed our community.
Volunteer Opportunities
Kitchen Opportunities
Prepare Food
Serve Meals
Clean Up
Assist Guests with Getting Their Meal
Pantry Opportunities
Assist Guests in the Pantry
Source Health and Personal Care Products
Organize Donations
Outreach Opportunities
Assist with Holiday Activities
Assist with Grant Writing and
Fundraising
Develop Relationships with Local
Institutions and Neighborhoods
Have experience in marketing, administrative work or another skill that you want to share with us? Send us an email about your experience!
Donations Wishlist
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Nonperishable canned goods, including:
Tuna
Soups
Vegetables & Fruits
Beans
Pasta & Sauces
Fruit Juices (could also be juice boxes)
Jelly, Jam or Preserves
Olives, Beets & Other Canned Condiments
Baby Formula
Peanut Butter & Alternatives (almond butter, sun butter etc)
Breads & Cakes
Desserts
Condiments —Mustard, Ketchup, & Mayonnaise
Salad Dressings
Cereal (boxes or bags)
Oatmeal (plain oats in canisters or instant packets)
Fresh Produce (to be distributed immediately)
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Personal care products
Soap
Shampoo/Conditioner
Razors
Shaving Cream
Toothpaste & Toothbrushes
Combs, Brushes & Hair Care Items
Period Supplies—especially Tampons
Condoms
Diapers & Baby Wipes
Laundry Detergent
Dish Soap
Toilet Paper & Paper Towels
Band-aids
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All clothing should be cleaned, repaired, & ready to wear.
Warm Winter Coats
Winter Hats, Gloves, & Scarves
Raincoats & Jackets
Wool & Other Sweaters
Fleece Jackets
Underwear & Bras
Shirts
T-Shirts
Socks (wool & athletic)
Shoes
Trousers
Skirts & Dresses
Children’s Clothing (infant to teen)
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Plastic Plates (dinner, salad & dessert sizes)
Plastic Bowls
Drinking Cups (6, 8 & 10 oz sizes)
Plastic Cutlery (knives, forks & spoons)
Napkins
Condiments (individual packets/jars- mayonnaise, salsa, mustard, ketchup, relish)
Rolls of Aluminum Foil & Plastic Wrap