About this Event
April is National Volunteer Month, making it a great time to give back to our community. DC Central Kitchen uses food as a tool to strengthen bodies, empower minds, and build communities. Volunteers play an essential role in helping prepare nutritious meals that support shelters, schools, and community organizations across the District.
This is a great opportunity to connect with fellow TAP-DC members while making a tangible impact in the community we call home. Volunteers will be helping to prep food and help in the kitchen. No culinary experience is required, just come ready to help and have fun.
Spots are limited to keep the volunteer shift manageable, so please be sure to RSVP early. Additional volunteer instructions and waiver forms will be shared with confirmed attendees. DC Central Kitchen relies heavily on volunteers to serve the community effectively.
If you register for this event, please make every effort to attend. If you find out you are unable to come, please let us know (or cancel your registration) so that we can offer the space to someone else.
THE DETAILS
🗓️ Date: Sunday, April 19, 2026
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (please arrive by 8:45 AM)
📍 Location: DC Central Kitchen (front entrance on V St between First and 2nd St, behind Audi Field)
🚇 Metro: Waterfront Station (Green Line) is the closest stop
🚗 Parking: Paid parking is available. See here for locations and prices.
👥 Capacity: Limited to 15 volunteers
😀 Your TAP-DC Hosts: Milo and Tony
⚠️ Important Attire Requirements
Safety is the top priority in DC Central Kitchen’s production kitchen. All volunteers must wear closed-toe shoes, sleeves, and long pants. Volunteers who do not follow the dress code may not be permitted to work in the kitchen.
🥕 Dietary Note
Vegetarian volunteers or those with allergies can be accommodated with assignments that do not involve meat.
💡 Good to Know
• No prior experience is needed — just bring a great attitude and willingness to help.
• Outside food is not permitted inside the facility (water is allowed).
• Lockers are available during indoor volunteer shifts if you need to store personal items.
Come celebrate National Volunteer Month by lending a hand, meeting new people, and supporting an organization that uses food to empower people, fight hunger, and strengthen our community.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
DC Central Kitchen Cafe at The Klein Center, 2121 1st Street Southwest, Washington, United States
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