Come Spend Your Day With Us!
Volunteers are an integral part of our food distribution and help bring our mission to life! Whether you have a half day or a full day to spare, we could use and appreciate your help.
Giving Time. Spreading Hope.
Volunteers play a crucial role in our efforts to alleviate hunger in the Inland Empire! Volunteering at our food bank allows you to directly impact the lives of vulnerable individuals and families in your community. By contributing your time and effort, you can help alleviate hunger and provide essential sustenance to those who are struggling to make ends meet. Here are some compelling reasons why you should consider being a part of our incredible team:
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Make an impact
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Foster a stronger community
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Experience personal growth
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Flexible commitment
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No special skills required
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Combat food waste
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Be part of something bigger
The Co Family volunteers with us every summer! Read the blog
Requirements
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All Volunteer Shifts:
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All volunteers who sign up for a volunteer shift must commit to staying for the entire duration of the shift.
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Volunteers must register online. Walk-ins are NOT allowed.
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The minimum age to volunteer is 12 years old.
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Minors must be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or chaperone during the entire shift. Upon registration, minors must have a release form signed by a parent or guardian. Parents or guardians must sign a separate release form for themselves.
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Volunteers must always wear jeans/pants, a t-shirt, and closed-toed shoes.
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Please bring your own water.
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For Senior Mobile Pantry and Gleaning Shifts:
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We recommend bringing sun protection, for shifts that are not at the food bank and may be outdoors for extended periods.
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Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
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Ability to stand, walk, etc. during the whole duration of the shift.
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NOTE: We are NOT accepting court-order volunteers at this time.
Volunteering at our food bank? Here is how to find our Volunteer Center!
Need your volunteer hours verified? Click here to submit an Hour Verification Request!
Available Shifts
Nourish Now Delivery Volunteer Shift
Deliver food to homebound neighbors! Volunteer with the Nourish Now Program to profoundly impact the lives of homebound neighbors. Deliver food boxes that will provide essential sustenance, care, and meaningful connections during challenging times—be a hero in your community!
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Group Volunteering
Are you interested in having your group or corporate team volunteer? Contact our Volunteer Team at volunteer@feedingamericaie.org for more information and to schedule a volunteer shift.
We love having corporate teams join us in our Volunteer Center. Before you join us, consider the following: Help us continue to share your company's great work by providing us with a team-branded shirt! We are currently working on building a t-shirt display wall to highlight our incredible volunteer teams. Leave it with the volunteer staff upon arrival, and we'll take care of the rest!
Volunteer Lead Program
Become a Leader.
Are you a frequent volunteer at the food bank or at a Senior Mobile Pantry site? Consider joining our Volunteer Lead Program.
Our Volunteer Leads play an integral role in fulfilling our mission. Not only do they aid new volunteers in the warehouse, but get first dibs on volunteer shifts and special volunteer activities, including Food Distributions and our annual events.
"A lot of great friends I have, I met here." - Tim
Volunteer Lead Hall of Fame
TIM
Volunteer Since 2019
RUTH
Volunteer Since 2019
CHERYL
Volunteer Since 2018
IRENE
Volunteer Since 2018
MARK
Volunteer Since 2022
CAROL
Volunteer Since 2020
MARIA
Volunteer Since 2018
LUKE
Volunteer Since 2022
GABRIELLE
Volunteer Since 2021
RONALD
Volunteer Since 2023
Volunteering at our food bank is an opportunity to make a genuine impact, build a sense of community, and experience personal growth while fighting hunger and food waste. Together, we can create a world where everyone has access to nutritious meals and a brighter future. Join us today and be a part of this transformative journey!