What precautions is the Widow’s Pantry providing for volunteer services during the COVID-19 pandemic?

Please check here for regular updates regarding volunteer services, which ensure the safety of volunteers and our clients.

Where does The Widow’s Pantry provide volunteer service?

The Widow’s Pantry provides service through a meal, blessing bags, and spiritual encouragement at local shelters.  Currently, we provide our services at Harriet Tubman, Adam’s Place, New York Avenue, and Emory Shelters.

What do I do when I arrive at the serving shelter location?

  1. Sign in at the Admin table, and complete a new volunteer waiver and application form. Complete a covid waiver form and receive a name tag.  If you did not bring a mask with you, please receive one at the Admin table.  Receive a 5-minute orientation. your assignment if you are a first-time volunteer.

Can my church ministry/organization come as a group to volunteer?

Yes, you can coordinate your group volunteer time by calling (202) 723-6839.

Is The Widow’s Pantry a 501(c)(3) non profit organization?

Yes, we are a 501(c)(3) and registered in the District of Columbia as a corporation.

Your donations are tax deductible to the full extent of the law.

How can I make monetary donations?

Donate online, to donate using Cash App and Pay Pal;  or mail checks to PO Box 56727, Washington, DC 20040.  Make checks and money orders payable to The Widow’s Pantry. Do not send cash.  You may make cash donations at our serving locations,  You will receive a receipt for your taxes.

 How can I donate food and seasonal clothing?

The Widow’s Pantry no longer excepts clothing donations. 
You may make food donations for a meal we are serving by contacting our food team leader, Carla B,
on 202 413-2453.
You may save your receipt from food purchased to write off for tax purposes.

Can I receive a tax deductible receipt for clothes and money donated to The Widow’s Pantry?

Yes, tax deductible receipts can either be mailed or given at the park while we serve for all monetary  donations. Your Cash App and PayPal donations receipts are by request.
The Widow’s Pantry only except new coat donations and will give a receipt for your taxes.

Can high school students receive community credit for the volunteer service?

Yes, high school students can receive community credit for volunteer service.  The student must sign the Youth Sign-in Sheet and log in the time you start and stop service. Students must bring a school community credit form with them when volunteering.  We will complete the form, certify and mail it to the student’s address listed on the form..

If I was ordered to community service by a Court, can I perform it with The Widow’s Pantry?

Yes, You must sign in at our Admin table, and provide the name of the court and judge that ordered you to service. You will receive a letter within two weeks for the service you provided with The Widow’s Pantry.