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Charitable<\/strong> giving is an important tradition for many people. Making gifts for the benefit of others is a wonderful way of affirming your values and priorities.<\/p>\n Honoring or Recognizing <\/strong>a loved one or special person in your life through charitable gifts is often an especially meaningful act of paying tribute to someone special while assuring that worthwhile values continue to influence the world around us.<\/p>\n Memorial and Tribute<\/strong> gifts allow you to thoughtfully remember family members and friends who have been such a vital part of your life.<\/p>\n 1. eDonation \u2013 Secure online donation by clicking here:<\/strong><\/p>\n Donate Online<\/span><\/a> <\/p>\n 2. Printable Donation Form:<\/strong><\/p>\n Download the Printable Donation Form<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Gifts for every occasion <\/strong>\u2013 made in honor or recognition of family and friends at times such as Mother\u2019s Day, Father\u2019s Day, Grandparent\u2019s Day; at the birth of a child or grandchild; or on a birthday, wedding, anniversary, or other notable occasion \u2013 can be gifts of love that show how much you care.<\/p>\n Consider: Gifts of Cash:<\/strong> Gifts of cash and by check or credit card are the most popular methods of memorial giving. Such gifts are convenient and can be tax deductible.<\/p>\n Other Property:<\/strong> Memorial gifts may also be funded with assets such as stocks, bonds, and mutual funds that have increased in value. You not only receive regular tax savings, but you entirely avoid the capital gains tax on qualified assets given for charitable use. This extra tax benefit is one reason why a growing number of people choose to make memorial gifts using property other than cash.<\/p>\n A Living Legacy:<\/strong> Consider the following ways to leave a legacy in memory of a special friend or loved one.<\/p>\n \u2022 A gift of excess retirement funds, such as pension plans or Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs), may allow you to give more while eliminating taxes that may otherwise largely deplete these assets.<\/em> Our Volunteers are the heart and soul of our ministry. Distribution line guests are given a friendly and safe atmosphere where they are treated with dignity and respect. This can only be done through the kindness, compassion, and quality of our volunteer staff.<\/p>\n CDL license holders and drivers with a valid Florida Drivers License are strongly encouraged to help us pick up and deliver the food to distribution centers in Jacksonville. While a CDL license is preferred, this opportunity can be good experience to assist in achieving a CDL license or getting the driving experience our volunteers have been looking for for obtaining driving employment in future.<\/span><\/p>\n \u2022 A Positive Attitude (no \u201cwhining\u201d) A Happy Countenance & a Smile DRIVERS:<\/strong> Must file a copy of current valid Florida Drivers License with our office; must have a good driving record & current auto insurance. CDL license preferred, but not required.<\/p>\n LOADERS & UNLOADERS<\/strong> (3-4 hours per day M\/Tu\/Th\/F\/Sa) Must be able to lift 40-50 lbs. Must have own transportation to truck yard. Call for details.<\/p>\n A MECHANIC<\/strong> to keep our vehicles maintained.<\/p>\n Any questions or to apply, call (904) 777-6344<\/a> and leave your name, position you are interested in, your telephone number, and best time to reach you. Thanks.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\nWe have two ways to donate<\/h3>\n
A gift included in your will or living trust can establish a lasting legacy.<\/strong><\/h4>\n
\n\u2022 Gifts of life insurance that has fulfilled its original purpose may offer excellent tax benefits. Policies that you purchased to protect a loved one who no longer needs that protection can be an excellent way to make a gift in honor of that person.<\/em>
\n\u2022 Gifts that provide an income can be a tax-effective way to provide Gleaners Dispatch, Inc. with regular income for life or a certain period of time. Check with your legal and\/or tax advisor(s) for more information<\/em><\/p>\nBecome a Volunteer<\/h3>\n
We expect the following from our Volunteers:<\/strong><\/h4>\n
\n<\/em>\u2022 Body Language & Words that are always saying: \u201cI\u2019m glad you came by & I\u2019m here to help you.\u201d
\n<\/em>\u2022 Always sign in & out in our Volunteer Log Book
\n<\/em>\u2022 Come prepared to work as a part of a TEAM (Together Everyone Accomplishes More)
\n<\/em>\u2022 To treat each Guest as always right. Troublesome Guests will be handled by the Coordinator
\n<\/em>\u2022 Volunteers are allowed the same quantity of food we allow our Guests.
\n<\/em>\u2022 Thanks for keeping the distribution area, trucks & vendor\u2019s docks smoke free.<\/em><\/p>\nCURRENT VOLUNTEER OPENINGS<\/h3>\n