get involved

 

volunteer

Whether you are an individual, a school group, looking for a corporate team-building activity, or a way to give back, there are many opportunities to get involved at Fare Share such as:

  • Sorting and organizing food donations
  • Food pickup (weekly)
  • Order picking: preparing the weekly food orders
  • Bulk food processing: re-packaging bulk food items like beans and rice
  • Fundraising
  • Administrative work: data entry, mail preparation
  • Support: answering telephones, greeting and more
  • Holiday support

Other volunteer jobs might involve helping out with administrative tasks, like preparing large mailings, conducting surveys, and preparing materials for special events.

Most volunteer opportunities are available during our regular pick-up hours, which you can viewed here.

People who are interested in volunteering please fill out the Volunteer registration form below. Volunteer shifts are scheduled in advance. You may also Download Form, filling in and emailing as attachment.

Volunteer Policies

Maximize

Volunteer Now

 * First Name:
 
 * Last Name:
 
 * Address:
 
 * City:
 
  Province:
 
 * Postal Code:
 
 * Telephone:
 
 * Email:
 
  Medical conditions and/or allergies:
 
 Will you require a letter stating the number of volunteer hours you have contributed?:
  Please note any additional requests or information in this box:
 
  What type of volunteer work would you prefer to do?:





 
 * Emergency Contact Name:
 
 * Emergency Contact Telephone:
 
A police check is required of all Fare Share volunteers, the cost will be covered by the Food Bank. An acceptable form of personal I.D. must be provided. When registering, all volunteers must sign an agreement — including a confidentiality policy — for the protection of Fare Share donors and clients.
Please enter the code shown above in the box below:
*  Required