We work with a network of partners, volunteers, and supporters who are essential to the work that we do. This series of spotlights will highlight the contribution of these fantastic groups and individuals. First up is one of our most dedicated volunteers, Caroline. Interested in volunteering with Fresh Truck? Sign up at www.freshtruck.org/volunteer.
Name: Caroline Mullen
Age: 21
Current residence: Quincy, MA
Occupation: Nursing student at University of Massachusetts Boston
Fresh Truck volunteer since: July 2018
Favorite volunteer location: Villa Victoria Apartments, South End, Boston
I volunteer with Fresh Truck because: As a nursing student, I have learned that one of a nurse’s largest roles is health promotion, which, in turn, leads to illness prevention. After discovering Fresh Truck and its mission to radically improve community health by bringing healthy food to those that need it, I fell in love with the work that this organization was doing, and I wanted to be part of this mission. I also loved how, unlike other organizations, I can volunteer at any market I want and there’s no weekly commitment I have to give to volunteer. This works well with my school and athletic commitments during the school year.