Volunteers make a huge difference in the lives of those struggling with hunger. Your assistance at the Foodbank helps us to provide food more efficiently and effectively to those in need. In 2010, 1,695 volunteers provided more than 24,340 hours of service at the Foodbank. You can volunteer as an individual or with a group. Volunteers must be 10 years of age or older.

Top 6 Ways to Volunteer at the Foodbank

1. Warehouse Activities
Sorting, inspecting and repackaging food donations.
Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (2-hour shifts)

2. Volunteer Saturday
Every Saturday, except holiday weekends. Various warehouse projects.
9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

3. ESSENTIALS Program
Dispensing and repackaging the Foodbank’s ESSENTIALS personal care products.
Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (2-hour shifts)

4. Special Events/ Food & Funds Drives
Assist at fun events and activities throughout the year.
Times and locations may vary.

Conduct a Food & Funds Drive with your family, school, church, business or other community group.

5. Volunteer Drivers
Drivers are needed for pick up and delivery of food donations.

6. General Office Tasks
Assist with filing, computer data entry, mailings and other administrative duties.

To Volunteer
For more information about volunteer opportunities, please call 330.535.6900, or complete this online form.

Download an Adult Volunteer Application (Ages 18 and older)
Download a Youth Volunteer Application (Ages 12-17)