Volunteer

A few hours moves a lot of meals.

Volunteers are how rescued food actually gets where it's going. Whether you can drive, lift, sort, or spread the word, there's a place for you.

What volunteers do

Pickups & delivery

Collect food from partner businesses and deliver it to pantries (driving and some lifting).

Sorting & handling

Organize and prep donations for distribution.

Outreach & support

Help spread the word, recruit partners, and assist behind the scenes.

Good to know: Schedules are flexible — we coordinate around your availability. Driving roles involve some lifting and require a valid license and insured vehicle. No experience needed for most roles; we'll get you up to speed, including on safe food handling.

Sign up to volunteer

Full name *

Email *Phone *

Are you 18 or older? *City / area *

Availability (select all that apply)

How would you like to help? (select all that apply)

Do you have a vehicle you can use for pickups?

Comfortable lifting boxes (~25–30 lbs)?Food-safety certification?

Anything we should know? (optional)

Emergency contact name *Emergency contact phone *

How did you hear about us? (optional)

Volunteer Conduct & Liability Waiver (summary)

By signing up I assume the ordinary risks of volunteering (including driving, lifting, and food handling), agree to follow Basic Needs' safety and food-handling guidance, agree to conduct myself respectfully with partners and recipients, and grant Basic Needs permission to use photos taken during volunteer activities. If under 18, a parent or guardian will need to sign before I begin volunteering.

This waiver text is a template; the final version will be reviewed by counsel.

I agree to the Volunteer Conduct & Liability Waiver above. *Send me email updates from Basic Needs (occasional, no spam).