Students on a Homeless Food Run

How Volunteers Help

Come spend time with our homeless friends in downtown D.C.!

Food, which is donated by the University dining hall, is handed out to the homeless by students. Help share our resources with those in need.

Many homeless are not only hungry, but just want someone to talk to, so be ready to hear some great stories!

Times/Transportation

Thursday: 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
On-campus service: Prepare the sandwiches that will be delivered to our friends on the street.
Off-campus service: Meet at the Campus Ministry Office at 6:30 p.m. to go out into the city and deliver food.
Van transportation provided

Friday: 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. 
Off-campus service: Meet at Campus Ministry at 3:30 p.m.
Bring a SmarTrip card ($6.00) and a backpack to carry food.  
Paper Metro Cards will cost about $7.00

Sunday: 2:00 to 4 p.m.
Off-campus service: Meet at the Campus Ministry Office at 2:00 p.m. to go out into the city and deliver food.
Van transportation provided

Paperwork/Requirements

No sign-up needed. Please contact the student leader and simply show up on time at the designated meeting area.

Contact Information

Thursday
Leonardo Zelaya (zelayale@cua.edu)
Alison Perez (perezag@cua.edu
Friday
Gabrielle Agugliaro (agugliaro@cua.edu)
Joseph Nazarro (nazzaroj@cua.edu
Maddie Haverback (haverbackm@cua.edu)
Sunday
Clarisse Quitain Dapul (quitaindapul@cua.edu)
Michael Ellison (ellisonm@cua.edu)

 

Frequently Asked Questions for Sponsors

  • What do I make?

    Every Thursday we aim to make 40 bag lunches. Lunches include: sandwiches (preferably meat and cheese), chips, fruit, water, or baked goods.

    Requirements: all food is individually wrapped. If fruit or snacks are given, please make sure they are soft; our friends' teeth can be sensitive. Bananas, soft granola bars, and chips are all good ideas.

  • How much will it cost?

    40 lunches usually cost between $20-30.

  • How long will it take?

    Around two hours: one hour to shop and one hour to make.

  • When should meals be done by?

    Before 6:30 pm on Thursdays, delivered to the Campus Ministry Office.

  • Who do the meals serve?

    Meals are delivered to our friends on the street near Union Station.

  • Can I attend the food run?

    Yes! Review the information on this page for more details.