Labor Agency needs drivers, volunteers, hygiene products

SEATTLE (March 8, 2016) — Since 1975, the Puget Sound Labor Agency and its volunteers have been building wheelchair ramps for disabled citizens who can’t afford to install them and providing a union member emergency assistance program in partnership with union locals.

But most know the PSLA for its Food Bank, operated out of the Seattle Labor Temple from 8 a.m. to noon Monday and Friday, which is a vital resource for the community, providing groceries and other necessities to families in need.

The PSLA has an urgent and immediate need for the following:

VOLUNTEER DRIVERS during the week to help with grocery rescue pick-ups. Valid driver’s license with clean driving record required. One driver is needed each day.

• Monday 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
• Wednesday 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
• Thursday 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
• Friday 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
• Saturday 9 a.m. – Noon (occasional)

VOLUNTEER HELPERS in the Food Bank, Monday and/or Friday from 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (need 3-4 volunteers each day).

HYGIENE PRODUCTS: If you travel, bring home the toiletries and donate them to us. The type of items we are looking for: soaps, toothbrushes, toothpaste, shampoo, conditioner, toilet paper, feminine products, dental floss, etc.

Please email Lynn Nishimura, PSLA Executive Director, if you can help or if you have any questions. For more information about the PSLA, visit its website.