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Whatever your schedule...whatever your interests...
Second Harvest Food Bank has a job for YOU!
"No person was ever honored for what he received.
Honor is given by what he gave."
- Calvin Coolidge
We invite you to come in to discuss volunteer opportunities and for a tour of our facility.
To volunteer at Second Harvest, contact Second Harvest's Volunteer Services Manager, at 504-729-2849 x849.
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Volunteers are the heart and soul of Second Harvest's mission-the dedicated and caring people who donate their time to make it possible for the food bank to provide more food to the needy people of Louisiana. Volunteers give their energy and efforts to fighting the war against hunger that impacts millions of individuals every year. Second Harvest relies on hundreds of volunteers who give more than 2,000 hours of their time each month helping families secure decent meals. Our volunteer workforce is the critical link between Second Harvest, its member agencies, and the people we serve. And since the passing of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, Second Harvest is in need of volunteers more than ever before.
There are a wide range of volunteer opportunities at Second Harvest Food Bank for both individuals and groups. Some volunteers come in several days a week and some only as needed. Some volunteers prefer an office setting, while others prefer to work in our warehouse sorting and repacking food for distribution.
Volunteers are needed for:
General Office/Data Entry/ Clerical Assistance
Food Sorting and Packing
Drivers
Food Delivery
Special Events
*Our food sorting and packing facility can accommodate
groups having between 8 and 25 people at a time.
Field Trip Program
Volunteer Opportunities
Office Help
Office assistance is needed to help with mailings, data entry, filing, and phone work. Office volunteers can set a schedule for themselves (ex. one morning a week) or work on an as needed basis.
Who?
Anyone willing to give their time.
When?
Ongoing - during office hours (M-F 7:30-4:00)
Food Sorting and Packing
What is the Re-Pack Room?
When Second Harvest receives food donations, we need to sort those donated items into food categories and then box it for distribution to our agencies. Working in the warehouserepack room is a fun way to spend some time with friends while helping your community.
Come spend some time with us and see what the food bank is all about. We have morning, afternoon, evening, and even weekend shifts available. Most shifts are 2 to 3 hours.
Who?
School and Church Groups, Civic and Social Clubs, any group of 8 to 25 volunteers.
Individuals are welcome to work in the repack room with any groups already scheduled, provided the group is not already at capacity (25).
When?
Ongoing - please call to schedule a time.
Info:
* No children under the age of 9
* Individuals age 9-10 must be supervised by an adult / 1 adult to 3 children
* Groups with individuals age 9-10 require 1 adult to 6 children
* Groups with individuals age 11-12 require 1 adult for every 10 children
* All other youth groups require 1 adult for every 15 children
Drivers
Volunteers are needed to pick up donations from local grocery stores.
Who?
Volunteers with a Class D driver's license (in order to drive our cargo van) OR
Volunteers willing to use their own vehicle (must be able to accommodate 4 to 6 ice chests). Volunteers must be 18 years of age and have a clean driving record.
When?
Ongoing - volunteers must commit to 1-2 days per week (5-6 hours a week)
Food Delivery
Volunteers are needed to drop off fresh produce to agencies served by SHFB.
Who?
Volunteers willing to use their own vehicle.
Vehicle must be able to accommodate approx. 25 boxes (van, station wagon, SUV, pick-up truck)
Volunteers must be 18 years of age and have a clean driving record.
When?
Ongoing – volunteers able to commit to 2-4 hours a week.
Special Events
Second Harvest Food Bank holds many events throughout the year. This is where volunteering can lead you in any direction. Our volunteers have helped with food drives at sporting events and run the silent auction tables at ritzy benefits. They work at the Second Harvest booth at the local food shows (Mmmm!) and even help wrap Christmas gifts for our partner agencies.
Some of the events our volunteers participate in include: National Hunger Awareness Day, Taste of the Nation, and Cut for Kids (at Six Flags!).
Who?
Anyone willing to give their time.
When?
As needed!
Please let us know that you are interested in volunteering at one of our special events. We would love to have you and will contact you when they are scheduled.
To volunteer at Second Harvest, contact Second Harvest's Volunteer Services Manager, at 504-729-2849 x849.
Email
Our location
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