Volunteer

Our volunteers prepare food at our warehouse so that it can go to our hundreds of partners. They also help us distribute food at tailgates, and get to provide aid directly to hundreds of neighbors in the process. Without a strong backbone of kind-hearted volunteers, Second Harvest wouldn’t be the well-oiled machine it is today—your contribution, no matter the scale, is vital.

Finding a way to volunteer is easy with Givepulse. This software allows you to find a time and location that work for you. Start by finding a volunteer opportunity on the calendar below or visit our profile on Givepulse using the button below.

Welcome to Second Harvest, new volunteer!

We’re so glad you chose to volunteer with us! Finding your ideal way to help out is easy with Givepulse. GivePulse is our Volunteer Management System that we use to schedule volunteer opportunities and track volunteer hours. We also use it to communicate with volunteers, sign up for volunteer opportunities, receive feedback and track waivers. If you register for a shift, it will also remind you of the upcoming shift. Start by finding a volunteer opportunity on the calendars in the other tabs.

View our Givepulse Profile
How to Create an Account
How to Register

Our warehouse is where we process donated and purchased food that is utilized by over 200 partners across our service area. Our main focus is packing pre-made bags for drive-thru distribution and sorting fresh produce. If we complete all orders and sorting, there may be additional tasks.

We have mobile distributions in every county we serve – these let us bring food to places that might not have a nearby pantry. They also allow us to distribute bulk food in a hurry. Lifting all that food can also be a great way to get some exercise. If you see a mobile distribution near you, you’re welcome to sign up!

Sometimes we have shifts for special projects, including remote volunteer opportunities. If you have special skills that can help out, sign up below or let us know what you can do – maybe we can find something to match your talents!

Parole Community Service

Please complete each section of this form BEFORE beginning your volunteer experience with Second Harvest Food Bank ECI.

Intake Form

For the Volunteer Coordinator or Volunteer Program Manager to sign off on your completed service hours, this form MUST be completed prior to your community service hours.
Name(Required)
MM slash DD slash YYYY
Offense Type(Required)
Please select all that apply.
Available volunteer times:(Required)

Service Agreement

This section must be completed to participate in volunteering at SHFB.
Acknowledgement of Expectations(Required)
Please check all to show you understand the expectations.
I have read the expectations and Volunteer Handbook and I agree to follow the rules and policies of SHFB.(Required)
Max. file size: 100 MB.
You may also bring documentation in for your FIRST shift of volunteering.
You will receive an emailed copy of your answers after you submit.

Volunteer as a Group

Our volunteers contribute so much as individuals, and when we work together it’s amazing to see what we can accomplish. This kitchen can never have too many cooks—if you’re part of a group that wants to make a positive impact together, sign up to volunteer as a group!

Volunteer as a Group!

Lend your Unique Skills!

Do you have a skill or certification that you think would be particularly beneficial to our cause? Let us know, and we can factor you into a task that makes use of it! We love to showcase our volunteers’ unique abilities and welcome the contribution of your expertise.

Share your Talents!

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