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Volunteers
LP PENCIL Box volunteers are invaluable to the success of the program. We are so grateful to the individuals and groups who have given their time to get school supplies into the hands of children. 

We are always recruiting individuals and groups for volunteer activities. Please call 974-0438 to learn more about volunteer opportunities at LP PENCIL Box. We are currently seeking afternoon volunteers. If you can volunteer anytime Monday-Thursday from 2:00-6:00, please let us know!

Different activities you would experience as a volunteer would include:
  • Assisting teachers while they shop for free supplies
  • Checking teachers in and out and answering questions
  • Assisting with unloading product donations
  • Inventorying donations
  • Sorting, bundling or preparing the products for display on the shelves
  • Assisting with stocking or reorganizing shelves
  • Having a great time while getting supplies to children that really need them!
If you cannot volunteer during the week, we have one Saturday every month when we need volunteers to help with Saturday teacher shopping. Please let us know if you would like to volunteer on those Saturdays.

Upcoming Saturdays:
Saturday, September 20 shopping from 9-12:30
Saturday, October 11th, shopping from 9-12:30
Saturday, November 15th, shopping from 9-12:30


 

LP PENCIL Box Volunteers and Volunteer Incentives

 
Teachers and Parents
MNPS teachers can earn additional shopping trips by volunteering for three hours in the store. A parent or community member who volunteers for three hours can earn a shopping trip for their favorite MNPS teacher!

Individual Volunteers
Numerous volunteers work at the store who are not affiliated with any group. They serve in a multitude of functions, including Supply Crew, Shopping Assistants and Courtesy Clerks, and are invaluable to the success of LP PENCIL Box.

Corporate Partners
Many Corporate Partners have volunteered time to assist with store operations and events. Give us a call to schedule your group today!

Middle, High School and College Students
Students can earn community service credits by volunteering at our store.

Marketing and Development
Help spread the word about LP PENCIL Box; assist with newsletters, mail appeals, promotional materials and other administrative tasks.

Submit a Volunteer Application today!