Ways to Volunteer
There are many ways to make a difference for local families. Whether you have a few hours a week or want to get involved in a special event, we have opportunities for you!
Our regular weekly volunteer opportunities include Food Pantry and General Volunteer shifts, along with occasional additional roles as needs arise. Throughout the year, we also host special events and offer opportunities for group and corporate volunteers.
Click here to explore learn more about each type of volunteer opportunity.
When Are Opportunities Posted?
Regular volunteer opportunities are generally posted two months at a time, usually about two weeks before the first month begins.
Special event opportunities are added throughout the year, typically about one month prior to the event.
Volunteers with an account will receive an email notification when new opportunities are posted.
If shifts are full, please check back often, as cancellations occur frequently
Regular Volunteer Opportunities
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Help with: Guiding families as they shop in the food pantry. Many families are Spanish-speaking. Volunteers may also assist with check-in and stocking shelves.
When: Friday afternoon & Sunday morning (except the first Friday and Sunday of the month) -
Help with: Shelving donations, answering phones/emails, and light administrative tasks.
When: Tuesday & Thursday mornings and afternoons -
Help with: Phones, emails, filing, and data entry.
When: As needed -
Help with: Moving families into new homes and picking up furniture donations.
Requirement: Must be able to lift 50 lbs
When: As needed
🌟 Special Events
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Opportunities to help with baking, set-up/clean-up, serving food, crafts, photos, gift table, or Spanish translation.
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Opportunities to help with set-up/clean-up, games, face painting/tattoos, and serving food.
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Opportunities to assist with backpack drop-off or to help deliver supplies (adult drivers needed with a passenger recommended – mostly in Paterson).
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Opportunities to help decorate a table/car, hand out candy, hand out coats/costumes, or assist with pumpkin painting/tattoos.
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Opportunities to help with meal drop-offs or drivers to deliver meals and recommend a passenger as well (deliveries mostly in Paterson).
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Opportunities to help with gift drop-off, baking, decorating, check-in, crafts, photos, or assisting families during visits with Santa.
