Opportunities From: United Way of Dane County

Volunteer: Receptionist Support Volunteer

Are you someone who enjoys talking with people, staying organized, and helping things run smoothly? Join us as a Receptionist Support Volunteer and help create a welcoming and organized environment!


What You'll Do:

The Receptionist Support Volunteer helps create a welcoming environment by greeting guests, answering inquiries, handling phone calls, and supporting general front desk operations. This role serves as a backup for our front desk receptionist during planned absences and may assist with various projects as needed.


What We're Looking For:

Friendly, patient, with an eye for detail.Enjoys talking to people and is comfortable answering consistent phone calls.Comfortable with using computers and familiarity with Microsoft Suite Programs such as Word and Excel. Some familiarity with Second Harvest Foodbank and/or an interest in learning about our programs and operations.

Commitment:

We will coordinate with you to schedule a regular weekly schedule, between the hours of 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday-Friday. Approximately 3 hours per week.Available to be on-call to fill in during absences with an advance notice of minimum 5 days.During fill-in receptionist days, the hours will be in the timeframe of 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, but we are flexible to accommodate your availability.We ask for at least a 6-month commitment.


Requirements:

18 years and above. Approved Second Harvest volunteer. Successful completion of a background check (required before service begins).Orientation and training must be completed prior to starting service.


Why Volunteer With Us?

Be part of our volunteer community and contribute to the mission of ending hunger in our community.

Interested? We’d love to hear from you! You can complete our volunteer application linked here or email us for more information at volunteers@secondharvestsw.org.

Nonprofit: Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin

Are you someone who enjoys talking with people, staying organized, and helping things run smoothly? Join us as a Receptionist Support Volunteer and help create a welcoming and organized environment!


What You'll Do:

The Receptionist Support Volunteer helps create a welcoming environment by greeting guests, answering inquiries, handling phone calls, and supporting general front desk operations. This role serves as a backup for our front desk receptionist during planned absences and may assist with various projects as needed.


What We're Looking For:

Friendly, patient, with an eye for detail.Enjoys talking to people and is comfortable answering consistent phone calls.Comfortable with using computers and familiarity with Microsoft Suite Programs such as Word and Excel. Some familiarity with Second Harvest Foodbank and/or an interest in learning about our programs and operations.

Commitment:

We will coordinate with you to schedule a regular weekly schedule, between the hours of 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday-Friday. Approximately 3 hours per week.Available to be on-call to fill in during absences with an advance notice of minimum 5 days.During fill-in receptionist days, the hours will be in the timeframe of 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, but we are flexible to accommodate your availability.We ask for at least a 6-month commitment.


Requirements:

18 years and above. Approved Second Harvest volunteer. Successful completion of a background check (required before service begins).Orientation and training must be completed prior to starting service.


Why Volunteer With Us?

Be part of our volunteer community and contribute to the mission of ending hunger in our community.

Interested? We’d love to hear from you! You can complete our volunteer application linked here or email us for more information at volunteers@secondharvestsw.org.

Nonprofit: Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 53718

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Food Donor Outreach Volunteer

Are you passionate about building connections and making a difference in your community? We're looking for a dedicated individual to join our team as a Food Donor Outreach Volunteer!

 

The Food Donor Outreach volunteer plays a crucial role in nourishing relationships with our retail donors throughout our 16-county service area through face-to-face donor visits. These visits are intended to steward relationships, support donors on donation practices, and express gratitude to the donors for their partnership.


This increased interaction with our food donors leads to better relationships and an increase in pounds of food donated. This is also an opportunity to support food donors with our processes, including fostering a deeper connection to understanding our food pantries, programs, and communities that receive the food. 


What You'll Do:

Meet with approx. 5-8 retail donors per week to steward donor relationships, provide support in donor best practices, and share donation history info. This will be prepared by our Food Donor Coordinator.Maintain outreach and engagement resources for retail donor visits.Prepare and manage donor folders for use during retail visits. Record notes from donor visits and capture questions, comments, and concerns.Follow up with the Food Donor Coordinator to review notes within 7 days of the donor visit.Track miles traveled per retail recovery route and maintain a miles reimbursement sheet.


Where:

This is a travel-based position that involves traveling to our retail donor sites and on-site engagement at our 2802 Dairy Drive location, which requires a commitment of 6-8 hours per week. This volunteer role is open to anyone residing in our 16-county service area and will be assigned to retail donor visits in counties in our service area. Volunteers will also need to be on-site at 2802 Dairy Drive to prepare and maintain outreach materials at least 1x week.

What We're Looking For:

Friendly, patient, with an eye for detail.Works independently with minimal supervision while going on visits. Volunteers will interact with community members and Second Harvest partners during their visits and are expected to abide by SHFB policies and procedures.Comfortable with public speaking and initiating conversations.Ability to use personal vehicle to drive to donor locations. Willing to travel throughout multiple counties in Southern Wisconsin. Familiarity with Second Harvest Foodbank.


Commitment:

6-8/hr week – 72-96/hr quarterly6-month commitmentOnboarding, training, and role-shadowing must be completed prior to volunteer service begins.


Requirements:

18 years and above  Personal vehicle and proof of insurance Have a current driver’s license, good driving record, and be able to pass the following:  Motor vehicle registration check  Criminal background check  Approved Second Harvest volunteer Onboarding and training to be completed before service begins  Must follow food safety guidelines during service 


Interested? We’d love to hear from you! You can complete our volunteer application linked here or email us for more information at volunteers@secondharvestsw.org.

Nonprofit: Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin

Are you passionate about building connections and making a difference in your community? We're looking for a dedicated individual to join our team as a Food Donor Outreach Volunteer!

 

The Food Donor Outreach volunteer plays a crucial role in nourishing relationships with our retail donors throughout our 16-county service area through face-to-face donor visits. These visits are intended to steward relationships, support donors on donation practices, and express gratitude to the donors for their partnership.


This increased interaction with our food donors leads to better relationships and an increase in pounds of food donated. This is also an opportunity to support food donors with our processes, including fostering a deeper connection to understanding our food pantries, programs, and communities that receive the food. 


What You'll Do:

Meet with approx. 5-8 retail donors per week to steward donor relationships, provide support in donor best practices, and share donation history info. This will be prepared by our Food Donor Coordinator.Maintain outreach and engagement resources for retail donor visits.Prepare and manage donor folders for use during retail visits. Record notes from donor visits and capture questions, comments, and concerns.Follow up with the Food Donor Coordinator to review notes within 7 days of the donor visit.Track miles traveled per retail recovery route and maintain a miles reimbursement sheet.


Where:

This is a travel-based position that involves traveling to our retail donor sites and on-site engagement at our 2802 Dairy Drive location, which requires a commitment of 6-8 hours per week. This volunteer role is open to anyone residing in our 16-county service area and will be assigned to retail donor visits in counties in our service area. Volunteers will also need to be on-site at 2802 Dairy Drive to prepare and maintain outreach materials at least 1x week.

What We're Looking For:

Friendly, patient, with an eye for detail.Works independently with minimal supervision while going on visits. Volunteers will interact with community members and Second Harvest partners during their visits and are expected to abide by SHFB policies and procedures.Comfortable with public speaking and initiating conversations.Ability to use personal vehicle to drive to donor locations. Willing to travel throughout multiple counties in Southern Wisconsin. Familiarity with Second Harvest Foodbank.


Commitment:

6-8/hr week – 72-96/hr quarterly6-month commitmentOnboarding, training, and role-shadowing must be completed prior to volunteer service begins.


Requirements:

18 years and above  Personal vehicle and proof of insurance Have a current driver’s license, good driving record, and be able to pass the following:  Motor vehicle registration check  Criminal background check  Approved Second Harvest volunteer Onboarding and training to be completed before service begins  Must follow food safety guidelines during service 


Interested? We’d love to hear from you! You can complete our volunteer application linked here or email us for more information at volunteers@secondharvestsw.org.

Nonprofit: Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 53718

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Hmong-English Survey Interpretation Volunteer

Are you bilingual in Hmong and English (written fluency is not required) and enjoy talking with people and supporting our community? Join us as a Hmong-English Survey Interpretation Volunteer to support the Community Voice efforts of Second Harvest Foodbank through the administration of surveys to pantry guests whose primary language is Hmong.


Second Harvest is committed to gathering feedback from our neighbors experiencing food insecurity by conducting surveys, facilitating focus groups, and other community engagement activities, and using this feedback to drive our work.


What You'll Do:

Verbally translate 1-3 page surveys from English to Hmong for pantry guests at food pantry distributions.Engage with pantry guests to explain details of surveys and answer any questions.Support guests in completing digital or paper surveys, or administer surveys verbally as needed.Optional: Translate written material from English to Hmong


Where:

This role will accompany the SHF Community Voice Coordinator at distributions at food pantries and community sites throughout Second Harvest’s 16-county service area, primarily in Dane County.


What We're Looking For:

Customer Service experience.Familiarity with Microsoft Forms.Enjoys working with people in a community-based setting.


Commitment:

Dates and times will be coordinated with the volunteer for each project.Approximately 5-10 hours per month, episodic and as needed.5-month commitment, but the role is ongoing if you can commit longer.


Requirements:

Bilingual in Hmong and English (written fluency is not required).18 years and above.Approved Second Harvest volunteer.Successfully complete a background check.Ability to use personal vehicle to drive to pantry locations.Ability to manage confidentiality.

Why Volunteer With Us?

Support efforts to elevate the voices and experiences of neighbors experiencing food insecurity to support our work at Second Harvest.Contribute to the mission of ending hunger in our community.


Interested? We’d love to hear from you! You can complete our volunteer application linked here or email us for more information at volunteers@secondharvestsw.org.

Nonprofit: Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin

Are you bilingual in Hmong and English (written fluency is not required) and enjoy talking with people and supporting our community? Join us as a Hmong-English Survey Interpretation Volunteer to support the Community Voice efforts of Second Harvest Foodbank through the administration of surveys to pantry guests whose primary language is Hmong.


Second Harvest is committed to gathering feedback from our neighbors experiencing food insecurity by conducting surveys, facilitating focus groups, and other community engagement activities, and using this feedback to drive our work.


What You'll Do:

Verbally translate 1-3 page surveys from English to Hmong for pantry guests at food pantry distributions.Engage with pantry guests to explain details of surveys and answer any questions.Support guests in completing digital or paper surveys, or administer surveys verbally as needed.Optional: Translate written material from English to Hmong


Where:

This role will accompany the SHF Community Voice Coordinator at distributions at food pantries and community sites throughout Second Harvest’s 16-county service area, primarily in Dane County.


What We're Looking For:

Customer Service experience.Familiarity with Microsoft Forms.Enjoys working with people in a community-based setting.


Commitment:

Dates and times will be coordinated with the volunteer for each project.Approximately 5-10 hours per month, episodic and as needed.5-month commitment, but the role is ongoing if you can commit longer.


Requirements:

Bilingual in Hmong and English (written fluency is not required).18 years and above.Approved Second Harvest volunteer.Successfully complete a background check.Ability to use personal vehicle to drive to pantry locations.Ability to manage confidentiality.

Why Volunteer With Us?

Support efforts to elevate the voices and experiences of neighbors experiencing food insecurity to support our work at Second Harvest.Contribute to the mission of ending hunger in our community.


Interested? We’d love to hear from you! You can complete our volunteer application linked here or email us for more information at volunteers@secondharvestsw.org.

Nonprofit: Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 53718

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Assist our Partners with Pickup Orders and Help Receive in Donations!

Have time and skills to share to help your community thrive? Volunteer with us at the Partner Pickup & Donation Desk, where a volunteer assists our partner pantries with their pickup orders and receives all drop-off donations!


The Partner Pickup & Donation Desk volunteer assists partner pantries by pulling orders located around the Distribution Center, utilizing a hand pallet jacket, and helping load their orders into their vehicles. Additionally, they will record drop-off donations and place received donations into their designated areas of the Distribution Center.


For more information and requirements, please view below!


QUALIFICATIONS:

Volunteers will have some interaction with community members and Second Harvest partners and are expected to abide by SHFB policies and procedures. Friendly, patient, with an eye for detail. Volunteers will be expected to sit; stand; walk; crouch; twist; reach with hands and arms; and lift between 20-30 pounds. Experience using a pallet jack, or willing to learn.

 

COMMITMENT:

Assigned a weekly schedule

 

Current Shifts Open:

Tuesday Afternoons: 12 pm - 3 pmFriday Afternoons: 12 pm – 3 pmSubstitutes are needed to fill in for various open shifts as well.

 

REQUIREMENTS:

18 years and above Approved Second Harvest volunteer Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision Adheres to workplace safety standards and procedures

 

LOCATION:

Second Harvest Foodbank Distribution Center, 2802 Dairy Drive, Madison, WI, 53718


APPLICATION PROCESS: To apply for this role please complete a volunteer application. In the application, under Assignment Preference, you will select the ‘Partner Pickup and Donation Desk' to indicate you are applying for this position. We will review your application and get back to you within 72 hours of your application.


Have any questions? Please contact Brie McNett, Volunteer Services Coordinator at volunteers@secondharvestsw.org or call 608.216.7214.

Nonprofit: Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin

Have time and skills to share to help your community thrive? Volunteer with us at the Partner Pickup & Donation Desk, where a volunteer assists our partner pantries with their pickup orders and receives all drop-off donations!


The Partner Pickup & Donation Desk volunteer assists partner pantries by pulling orders located around the Distribution Center, utilizing a hand pallet jacket, and helping load their orders into their vehicles. Additionally, they will record drop-off donations and place received donations into their designated areas of the Distribution Center.


For more information and requirements, please view below!


QUALIFICATIONS:

Volunteers will have some interaction with community members and Second Harvest partners and are expected to abide by SHFB policies and procedures. Friendly, patient, with an eye for detail. Volunteers will be expected to sit; stand; walk; crouch; twist; reach with hands and arms; and lift between 20-30 pounds. Experience using a pallet jack, or willing to learn.

 

COMMITMENT:

Assigned a weekly schedule

 

Current Shifts Open:

Tuesday Afternoons: 12 pm - 3 pmFriday Afternoons: 12 pm – 3 pmSubstitutes are needed to fill in for various open shifts as well.

 

REQUIREMENTS:

18 years and above Approved Second Harvest volunteer Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision Adheres to workplace safety standards and procedures

 

LOCATION:

Second Harvest Foodbank Distribution Center, 2802 Dairy Drive, Madison, WI, 53718


APPLICATION PROCESS: To apply for this role please complete a volunteer application. In the application, under Assignment Preference, you will select the ‘Partner Pickup and Donation Desk' to indicate you are applying for this position. We will review your application and get back to you within 72 hours of your application.


Have any questions? Please contact Brie McNett, Volunteer Services Coordinator at volunteers@secondharvestsw.org or call 608.216.7214.

Nonprofit: Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 53718

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Volunteer to Help Prepare Food Orders for Pantries!

Want to make a tangible impact in your community? We are looking for Distribution Center Support volunteers to help us gather food orders for Second Harvest's partnering pantries!


This is a hands-on opportunity to make a real impact, ensuring neighbors have access to nourishing foods.


What You'll Do:

As a Distribution Center Support volunteer, you'll play an important role in preparing food orders for our partner pantries. This includes gathering and organizing orders onto pallets, using a pallet jack, to get them ready for delivery and pickup. Training will be provided.


What We're Looking For:

Friendly, reliable individuals who enjoy working as part of a team.Able to work independently and lift between 20-30 pounds consistently throughout the shift. (Lifting may be up to 40-50 lbs at a time. Assistance is available when needed.)Experience using a pallet jack, or willing to learn.


Commitment:

Approx. 8 a.m. - 12 p.m., Monday-Friday (at least 2 days per week) - We'll work with you to coordinate a regular weekly schedule.We ask for at least a 2-month minimum commitment.


Requirements:

18 years and above.Approved Second Harvest volunteer.Successfully complete a background check.Adherence to all workplace safety standards and procedures.


Why Volunteer With Us?

You'll be part of a mission-driven team working to address food insecurity right in your community.Volunteering with us means building community, staying active, and knowing your time is making a direct impact.


Ready to help make a difference? You can complete our volunteer application linked here or email us for more information at volunteers@secondharvestsw.org.

Nonprofit: Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin

Want to make a tangible impact in your community? We are looking for Distribution Center Support volunteers to help us gather food orders for Second Harvest's partnering pantries!


This is a hands-on opportunity to make a real impact, ensuring neighbors have access to nourishing foods.


What You'll Do:

As a Distribution Center Support volunteer, you'll play an important role in preparing food orders for our partner pantries. This includes gathering and organizing orders onto pallets, using a pallet jack, to get them ready for delivery and pickup. Training will be provided.


What We're Looking For:

Friendly, reliable individuals who enjoy working as part of a team.Able to work independently and lift between 20-30 pounds consistently throughout the shift. (Lifting may be up to 40-50 lbs at a time. Assistance is available when needed.)Experience using a pallet jack, or willing to learn.


Commitment:

Approx. 8 a.m. - 12 p.m., Monday-Friday (at least 2 days per week) - We'll work with you to coordinate a regular weekly schedule.We ask for at least a 2-month minimum commitment.


Requirements:

18 years and above.Approved Second Harvest volunteer.Successfully complete a background check.Adherence to all workplace safety standards and procedures.


Why Volunteer With Us?

You'll be part of a mission-driven team working to address food insecurity right in your community.Volunteering with us means building community, staying active, and knowing your time is making a direct impact.


Ready to help make a difference? You can complete our volunteer application linked here or email us for more information at volunteers@secondharvestsw.org.

Nonprofit: Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 53718

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Volunteer Your Time to Help Package Food! (Group & Individual Opportunity)

Ready to turn your passion for community support into action? Volunteer to help sort, label, and/or repack food into family-friendly portions for neighbors across our 16-county service area!


Group and Individual Volunteer Opportunity:

We always need help ensuring that nourishing food is ready for distribution! During a shift, you might sort fresh produce, label frozen pizzas, transform 1,000 pounds of potatoes into family-friendly 5-pound bags, or place packaged products into boxes. Our volunteer projects are safe, well-organized, and led by our friendly and knowledgeable staff. No experience necessary!


To view our current available shifts and sign up for one, click here! (No application required!)

I’ve also included the link here for you to paste into your browser: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/904084ba8a72baaf49-second


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Volunteer Shift Times

Daytime: Monday through Friday - Morning: 8:30 am to 11:30 am ; Monday through Thursday - Afternoon: 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm (no Friday afternoons) Weekend: Saturdays - Morning: 8:30 am to 11:30 am ; Afternoon: 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm

 

Volunteer Information

Group Size

We can accommodate up to:25 volunteers per shift on Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays30 volunteers per shift on Tuesdays & Thursdays21 volunteers per shift on Saturdays

 

Minimum Volunteer Age

Volunteers must be 12 years or older to volunteer, and volunteers between the ages of 12-15 must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of their shift. For every 5 youth, 1 adult should plan to volunteer with the group.

 

Location

Second Harvest is located at 2802 Dairy Drive, Madison, WI 53718.


Have any questions? Contact Brie McNett, Volunteer Services Coordinator at volunteers@secondharvestw.org or call 608.216.7214.

Nonprofit: Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin

Ready to turn your passion for community support into action? Volunteer to help sort, label, and/or repack food into family-friendly portions for neighbors across our 16-county service area!


Group and Individual Volunteer Opportunity:

We always need help ensuring that nourishing food is ready for distribution! During a shift, you might sort fresh produce, label frozen pizzas, transform 1,000 pounds of potatoes into family-friendly 5-pound bags, or place packaged products into boxes. Our volunteer projects are safe, well-organized, and led by our friendly and knowledgeable staff. No experience necessary!


To view our current available shifts and sign up for one, click here! (No application required!)

I’ve also included the link here for you to paste into your browser: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/904084ba8a72baaf49-second


Learn more about this opportunity below:


Volunteer Shift Times

Daytime: Monday through Friday - Morning: 8:30 am to 11:30 am ; Monday through Thursday - Afternoon: 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm (no Friday afternoons) Weekend: Saturdays - Morning: 8:30 am to 11:30 am ; Afternoon: 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm

 

Volunteer Information

Group Size

We can accommodate up to:25 volunteers per shift on Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays30 volunteers per shift on Tuesdays & Thursdays21 volunteers per shift on Saturdays

 

Minimum Volunteer Age

Volunteers must be 12 years or older to volunteer, and volunteers between the ages of 12-15 must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of their shift. For every 5 youth, 1 adult should plan to volunteer with the group.

 

Location

Second Harvest is located at 2802 Dairy Drive, Madison, WI 53718.


Have any questions? Contact Brie McNett, Volunteer Services Coordinator at volunteers@secondharvestw.org or call 608.216.7214.

Nonprofit: Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 53718

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Assist with Delivering Food to Pantries! No driving required!

Join our volunteer team as a Volunteer Delivery Support and play a vital role in bringing nutritious food directly to Second Harvest partner food pantries across southwestern Wisconsin.


This is a hands-on opportunity to make a real impact, ensuring food reaches neighbors. No driving is required—just your energy, reliability, and passion for giving back. All deliveries are made using a Second Harvest vehicle.


What You'll Do:

As a Volunteer Delivery Support, you’ll ride along with a Second Harvest staff member or a fellow volunteer driver, helping to load and unload up to 8 pallets of food per shift.


What We're Looking For:

Friendly, reliable individuals who enjoy working as part of a team.Able to work independently and lift more than 50 pounds if needed (most lifting will be lighter, and assistance is available for heavier items!)Comfortable interacting respectfully with community members.


Commitment:

Volunteer shifts are typically 3-4 hours per week, between the hours of 8:00 am - 4:30 pm.Shifts are weekly, with the most help needed on Wednesdays and Thursdays, but we are flexible based on your availablity.We ask for at least a 6-month minimum commitment.


Requirements:

18 years and above.Approved Second Harvest volunteer.Successfully complete a background check.Adherence to all workplace safety standards and procedures.


Why Volunteer With Us?

You'll be part of a mission-driven team working to address food insecurity right in your community.Volunteering with us means building community, staying active, and knowing your time is making a direct impact- one delivery at a time.


Ready to ride along and make a difference? You can complete our volunteer application linked here or email us for more information at volunteers@secondharvestsw.org.

Nonprofit: Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin

Join our volunteer team as a Volunteer Delivery Support and play a vital role in bringing nutritious food directly to Second Harvest partner food pantries across southwestern Wisconsin.


This is a hands-on opportunity to make a real impact, ensuring food reaches neighbors. No driving is required—just your energy, reliability, and passion for giving back. All deliveries are made using a Second Harvest vehicle.


What You'll Do:

As a Volunteer Delivery Support, you’ll ride along with a Second Harvest staff member or a fellow volunteer driver, helping to load and unload up to 8 pallets of food per shift.


What We're Looking For:

Friendly, reliable individuals who enjoy working as part of a team.Able to work independently and lift more than 50 pounds if needed (most lifting will be lighter, and assistance is available for heavier items!)Comfortable interacting respectfully with community members.


Commitment:

Volunteer shifts are typically 3-4 hours per week, between the hours of 8:00 am - 4:30 pm.Shifts are weekly, with the most help needed on Wednesdays and Thursdays, but we are flexible based on your availablity.We ask for at least a 6-month minimum commitment.


Requirements:

18 years and above.Approved Second Harvest volunteer.Successfully complete a background check.Adherence to all workplace safety standards and procedures.


Why Volunteer With Us?

You'll be part of a mission-driven team working to address food insecurity right in your community.Volunteering with us means building community, staying active, and knowing your time is making a direct impact- one delivery at a time.


Ready to ride along and make a difference? You can complete our volunteer application linked here or email us for more information at volunteers@secondharvestsw.org.

Nonprofit: Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 53718

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Volunteer To Drop Off Food to Local Partners!

Are you interested in being a driving force for change and delivering nourishing foods to neighboring organizations? Join our Volunteer Delivery Driver Team at Second Harvest Foodbank!


What You'll Do:

Volunteer Delivery Drivers provide nourishing foods to our community by delivering up to 8 pallets of food to our partner organizations while using a Second Harvest vehicle. 


What We're Looking For:

Comfortable driving non-CDL delivery truck vehicles. We have 4 vehicle types that vary in size! We'll work with your comfort level to assign you a vehicle.Friendly, reliable individuals who enjoy working as part of a team and individually.Able to work independently and lift more than 50 pounds if needed (most lifting will be lighter, and assistance is available for heavier items!)Comfortable interacting respectfully with community members.


Commitment:

Volunteer shifts are typically 3-4 hours per week, between the hours of 8:00 am - 4:30 pm.We'll work with you to be assigned a weekly route, depending on your availablity. We ask for at least a 6-month minimum commitment.


Requirements:

18 years and above.Approved Second Harvest volunteer.Successfully complete a background check and motor vehicle registration check.Adherence to all workplace safety standards and procedures.


Why Volunteer With Us?

You'll be part of a mission-driven team working to address food insecurity right in your community.Volunteering with us means building community, staying active, and knowing your time is making a direct impact- one delivery at a time.


Ready to be a driving force for change? You can complete our volunteer application linked here or email us for more information at volunteers@secondharvestsw.org.

Nonprofit: Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin

Are you interested in being a driving force for change and delivering nourishing foods to neighboring organizations? Join our Volunteer Delivery Driver Team at Second Harvest Foodbank!


What You'll Do:

Volunteer Delivery Drivers provide nourishing foods to our community by delivering up to 8 pallets of food to our partner organizations while using a Second Harvest vehicle. 


What We're Looking For:

Comfortable driving non-CDL delivery truck vehicles. We have 4 vehicle types that vary in size! We'll work with your comfort level to assign you a vehicle.Friendly, reliable individuals who enjoy working as part of a team and individually.Able to work independently and lift more than 50 pounds if needed (most lifting will be lighter, and assistance is available for heavier items!)Comfortable interacting respectfully with community members.


Commitment:

Volunteer shifts are typically 3-4 hours per week, between the hours of 8:00 am - 4:30 pm.We'll work with you to be assigned a weekly route, depending on your availablity. We ask for at least a 6-month minimum commitment.


Requirements:

18 years and above.Approved Second Harvest volunteer.Successfully complete a background check and motor vehicle registration check.Adherence to all workplace safety standards and procedures.


Why Volunteer With Us?

You'll be part of a mission-driven team working to address food insecurity right in your community.Volunteering with us means building community, staying active, and knowing your time is making a direct impact- one delivery at a time.


Ready to be a driving force for change? You can complete our volunteer application linked here or email us for more information at volunteers@secondharvestsw.org.

Nonprofit: Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 53718

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Host Your Own Fund Drive to Support Second Harvest!

Fund drives allow Second Harvest to support more people, more efficiently. Every $10 donated to Second Harvest can provide up to $24 in groceries for our neighbors experiencing food insecurity. The funds you raise help provide fresh, nutritious foods like produce, dairy, and protein that cannot be collected during a traditional food drive.

Fund drives are easy to set up and a fun way to give back.

You can set up your fund drive page and challenge your family, friends, and colleagues to donate!Track your progress, set goals, and manage your virtual giving page.Share your progress to encourage ongoing engagement and meet your goal!

Set up your fund drive today at: https://donate.secondharvestsw.org/campaign/fund-drive/c336178

Nonprofit: Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin

Fund drives allow Second Harvest to support more people, more efficiently. Every $10 donated to Second Harvest can provide up to $24 in groceries for our neighbors experiencing food insecurity. The funds you raise help provide fresh, nutritious foods like produce, dairy, and protein that cannot be collected during a traditional food drive.

Fund drives are easy to set up and a fun way to give back.

You can set up your fund drive page and challenge your family, friends, and colleagues to donate!Track your progress, set goals, and manage your virtual giving page.Share your progress to encourage ongoing engagement and meet your goal!

Set up your fund drive today at: https://donate.secondharvestsw.org/campaign/fund-drive/c336178

Nonprofit: Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 53718

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Donate Your Time & Help End Hunger

Hunger doesn't end when the holidays do, so we need your help to continue making an impact in the new year. We encourage you to consider volunteering with us in January or February 2025 when we experience a decrease in volunteer support after the holiday season! Volunteers must be 12 years or older to volunteer, and volunteers between the ages of 12-15 must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of their shift. Sign-up at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/904084ba8a72baaf49-second#/

Nonprofit: Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin

Hunger doesn't end when the holidays do, so we need your help to continue making an impact in the new year. We encourage you to consider volunteering with us in January or February 2025 when we experience a decrease in volunteer support after the holiday season! Volunteers must be 12 years or older to volunteer, and volunteers between the ages of 12-15 must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of their shift. Sign-up at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/904084ba8a72baaf49-second#/

Nonprofit: Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 53718

Allow Groups: Yes