Volunteers are crucial to achieving our mission and supporting our neighbors in need. As a 90% volunteer-based organization, we depend on our community to support our neighbors in need. We always have shopper-facing and behind-the-scenes volunteer opportunities available. Your time, energy, and talents will be greatly appreciated. Please consider volunteering.
Angie Cruzen
NEW VOLUNTEER APPLICATION

THERE ARE SO MANY WAYS YOU CAN HELP US!
Shopper Facing (Shopping) Shifts

Do you have a welcoming smile and an open heart? During our open hours, Leads, Regular Volunteers, and High School Volunteers guide our shoppers and keep the shelves full. (We’re also looking for volunteers who are conversationally fluent in Spanish.) High School Volunteers should be at least 16 years old and commit to volunteering for at least three months.
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Special Events and Programs

From time to time, we need volunteers to assist us during fundraising or other events.
Mobile Grocery Delivery Program

Drivers and a Packing Crew make it possible to deliver groceries to homebound shoppers or those with transportation challenges.
Food Rescue Team

Drivers and a Receiving Team help us collect donation items from grocery and convenience stores in the area. A variety of days are available.
Second Harvest Receiving Team

Volunteers who are able to lift up to 50 pounds help us unload pallets of food from Second Harvest Heartland.
Cleaning Team

Individual or group volunteers conduct a weekly cleaning and restocking of the shelves on the shopping floor. (Waconia only)
Organization Ambassador

Outgoing and energetic people are needed to represent us at community events, promoting donations and volunteering and encouraging people with a need to get our services.
Administration

Occasionally, we need help with filing, data entry, record keeping, and other administrative tasks.