Frequently Asked Questions
What is Catholic Parish Outreach?
How often would I need to volunteer?
What if I have more questions about CPO?
Answers to FAQs
Q1. What is Catholic Parish Outreach?
CPO is the largest food pantry in the Triangle area. In 2011 we served an average of 8,700 people a month. Clients can receive approximately 5 day's worth of groceries for their family, clothing (children's up to age 4 & maternity), and baby items, at most once every 30 days.
Q2. How does it work? Clients must have a written referral from an agency (such as Wake County Human Services), church, community or public service organization. Following a brief interview, the client receives the needed groceries and/or clothing.
Q3. Where is CPO located? Just off I-440 Yonkers/Brentwood exits.
2013 North Raleigh Blvd
Raleigh, NC 27604
Phone: (919) 873-0245
Hours: 10 AM – 1 PM Monday - Saturday
- Volunteer at CPO for 4 hours (from 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM Mon- Sat). Volunteer opportunities range from:
working in the warehouse
food sorting and packing “orders”
clothing sorting and distribution
greeting clients
interviewing clients - Donate food or clothing (children’s up to size 6 & maternity) or baby items
- Contribute financially. As a program of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Raleigh, which is a 501c3 organization, your contributions to CPO are tax-deductible.
Q5. How often would I need to volunteer? Come once a month, once a week, or more often if your schedule permits.
Q6. How do I get started? Call our volunteer coordinators at (919) 847-1466 weekdays between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Q7. What if I have more questions about CPO? Call or e-mail Director Terry Foley at (919) 873-0245 x230, foleyt@raldioc.org