Welcome! Volunteers are essential to the success of The Hunger Task Force, and there are a variety of volunteer opportunities available for individuals and groups. Whether you want to get your hands dirty at The Kane Street Community Garden, help sort donations at The Food Recovery warehouse, or assist at a special event, there are volunteer options for everyone!
In fact, volunteering as a group is a great way to make a difference while team building at the same time!
Food Recovery Program Volunteers
Volunteer Hours:
Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Assist in the Food Recovery program by volunteering at the Hunger Task Force administrative building/warehouse:
- Drivers assist with picking up or delivering food items (using the Hunger Task Force truck (no CDL needed)
- Warehouse Workers assist with organizing, stocking, sorting, or inventorying food items
- Office/Clerical Workers help with mailings, data entry, fundraiser prep, or general receptionist duties
Kane Street Community Garden Volunteers
Volunteer Hours
March 15 - May 31:
Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Saturday 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
June 1 - October 15: (Call for limited hours availability October 15-March 15)
Monday, Thursday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Saturday 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
Share your gardening talents with us—and then take home fresh produce. Don't have a green thumb? That's okay too! No prior garden experience needed. Volunteers assist with a variety of tasks:
- planting, weeding, or harvesting
- tilling, composting, or irrigating
- mowing the lawn, organizing sheds, inspecting equipment
Special Events Volunteers
Volunteer to help at a special event (such as the Stamp Out Hunger Postal Workers food drive, or fundraisers like Timmer's Fest and A Taste of the Garden).
- assist with the setup or tear-down of special events
- help with food drives, parades, and other events
- complete various other tasks as needed