The Network Engagement Volunteers work directly with our hunger-relief programs at area food pantries, hot meals and other food distribution sites. This opportunity is great for individuals who are looking for a way to volunteer on a regular basis. Volunteers are specially trained to use PantryTrak (an internet based client-tracking system), complete SNAP application worksheets, and help manage basic food safety while at partner agencies. This program aims to place Foodbank volunteers with our network partners in their own local communities. Volunteers will be scheduled in teams of at least two to visit programs a minimum of twice a month.
Current Network Engagement Volunteer Links
Volunteer Information Center
Volunteers can use the volunteer center to check their volunteer hours and for other Foodbank volunteer opportunities outside of the Network Engagement opportunities.
Volunteer Post Visit Feedback
Summary to be complete by Network Engagement Volunteers after an agency visit.
Network Engagement Scheduling
Network Engagement Volunteers can sign up to visit partner agencies once all five hours of training have been completed.
Agency Post Visit Feedback
Summary to be complete by agency partners after a Network Engagement Volunteer visit.
Become a Network Engagement Volunteer
Requirements:
- Is at least 18 years of age or older.
- Reliable Transportation.
- Has the ability to use the internet on a laptop or tablet.
- Have a working email address and Phone number.
- Has the ability to attend mandatory trainings (5 hours).
- Pass Background Check (After training is complete).
- Complete two agency visits per a month.
Duties:
- General SNAP Outreach.
- Help new agencies use PantryTrak.
- Help partner agencies complete SNAP application worksheets of potential SNAP recipients.
- Assist with new partner distributions or special Foodbank distributions.
- Complete volunteer summaries after each visit and submit it online.
Volunteers can sign up for full day training or sign up for trainings in sections.
Training Session Agenda
Training Type
Amount of Time
Basic Food Safety & Civil Rights
2 Hours
PantryTrak Training
2 Hours
Network Engagement Volunteer Orientation (SNAP, Agency Relations)
1 Hour
Sign up for a one-day training
Unable to complete your full 5 hour training in one day? Contact us to schedule your training in sections.
