Start Location for All Volunteers:
All volunteers will begin in the School Auditorium for check-in and the opening ceremony. After the ceremony ends, the EHCEC team will walk everyone together to the distribution area for group photos and station assignments
Event Description
Join EHCEC as we support families across East Harris County with free turkeys, food assistance, and hygiene essentials for the holiday season. Volunteers help create a welcoming, organized, and joyful experience for families. This year, we will also recognize CVS Health for helping make this regional event possible.
Event Details
Event: EHCTX Regional Holiday Food Distribution – Hope for the Holidays
Date: Saturday, November 22, 2025
Time: 8:45 AM – 1:00 PM
Location
Volunteer Check-In & Ceremony:
School Auditorium C.E. King Middle School
8540 C.E. King Parkway, Houston, TX 77044
(Please drive directly to the auditorium. Parking is available on the side, see map for legend)
Distribution Area:
J.H. Crenshaw Memorial Stadium – Parking Lot
8540 C.E. King Parkway, Houston, TX 77044
(Drive-Thru Distribution)
Volunteer Schedule
8:45 AM – Volunteer Arrival
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Check-in at the School Auditorium
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Light Breakfast Provided
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Meet your assigned staff lead
9:00–9:15 AM – Ceremony (Volunteers Attend)
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Opening remarks
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Recognition of CVS
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Immediately after the ceremony, the team will walk together to the distribution area for group and staged photos
9:15–9:45 AM – Photos
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Ceremony photos
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Staged volunteer group photos
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Follow guidance from EHCEC staff
10:00 AM – Volunteer Orientation
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Safety briefing
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Distribution flow overview
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Station assignments
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Volunteers are paired with EHCEC staff leads for support
11:00 AM – Distribution Begins
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Drive-thru support
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Greeting families
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Directing vehicles
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Distributing food and hygiene essentials
Breaks:
Scheduled and rotated by your staff lead to ensure coverage.
Volunteer Responsibilities
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Welcome and guide families
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Assist with distribution stations
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Help direct cars safely
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Support EHCEC staff and partners
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Maintain a positive, organized event environment
Benefits for Volunteers
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Make a real impact for hundreds of local families
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Support a large regional community event
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Connect with partners and other volunteers
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Complimentary snacks and refreshments
Staff Leads (You Will Be Paired With One)
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Erica Smith – (832) 309-3087
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Myrna Sandes – (713) 437-0465
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Nohemi Sanchez – (832) 878-6451
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America Mederes – (609) 408 - 7525
Required Forms
Please complete the EHCEC Volunteer Waiver before the event:
www.eastharriscounty.org/waiver
Volunteer ToolKit
