Volunteering: Kitchen Help | 1.18.25
Saturday, January 18, 2025
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
We’re thrilled to partner with Encore NY to bring you meaningful ways to give back in the city.
Commit to Caring
A $5 ticket secures your spot, with all proceeds going directly to Encore NY.
By signing up, you’re committing to being there. We understand life happens, but no-shows mean fewer hands to help. Please only sign up if you’re ready to make this difference with us.
Venue
Join us at the Encore Community Services Aging Through Arts Center, 239 W 49th Street, near 8th Ave, in the basement of St. Malachy’s Church.
What to Know
Volunteers will lend a hand in the kitchen assisting with general tasks as our chef and team prepare the delicious scratch-made meals Encore is known for.
What to Wear
Please wear comfortable clothing you don’t mind getting a little messy and be sure to have closed-toed shoes for safety.
Group Chat
We’ll add you to a private GroupMe SMS thread the day before to coordinate with your group. One of your fellow members (aka the Plan Captain) will be in touch with Closer to lead the way.
Member Perk
Grab two tickets for yourself and a friend for 10% off—just share your fellow Closer member’s name at registration.
Event Policies
Distraction-Free Policy
Closer is all about authentic connection. To keep the focus on the moment, we ask attendees to keep phones away during events. Let’s trade screens for real conversations.
Refund Policy
Refunds are automatically issued within 2–5 business days if an event is canceled. While we’re unable to offer refunds for illness, we do allow ticket transfers—just email us the name of the new attendee before the event. If an event is rescheduled, you can request a refund within 48 hours of the update if the new date doesn’t work for you. These policies help us keep Closer running smoothly and accessible to all.
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