Volunteer
Volunteer with Us
The Aurora Food Pantry could not operate without our dedicated volunteers. Every distribution day requires 35 – 40 volunteers and there are a wide variety of jobs available to suit all abilities. We look forward to working with you!
Volunteer shifts are available Monday – Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Select and sign up for the volunteer opportunity that appeals to you.
Operations Support
Delivery Driver
Stocking & Packing
Court-Ordered Community Service
Holiday Food Drive
Why volunteer at the Aurora Food Pantry
There are numerous benefits to volunteering, among them meeting new people, engaging in physical activity and getting plugged into your local community. For larger groups, volunteering at the pantry is a great way to demonstrate your organization’s commitment to ending local hunger while fostering teamwork and collaboration with your colleagues.
We provide volunteer opportunities for
- Individuals 18+ and court-ordered service
- Organizations and companies looking group and social responsibility opportunities.
- Youth (Ages 14 -17) both individuals and groups. We can work with youth groups on specially designed projects. Youth volunteers require a signed parental consent form.
- Small groups and families!
Volunteer Opportunities
There’s no shortage of work to be done around the pantry! We can help you find a task that suits you, your talents and abilities! Possible tasks can include:
- Sorting food donations
- Preparing and delivering boxes of groceries as part of Pantry2Go.
- Assisting with food distribution
- Helping with special programs/events
- Working in The Essential Garden
- Cleaning and organizing the pantry
- Performing data entry and other clerical tasks
The Essential Garden
The Aurora Area Interfaith Food Pantry planted its first raised garden bed during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Pantry staff and volunteers planted nine additional garden beds and created a 680 square foot overflow area. This giving garden brought so much joy during the never-ending quarantine; we deemed it “Essential.”
Why start a giving garden?
The coronavirus pandemic has left millions of families without stable employment. According to Feeding America, more than 50 million people, including 17 million children, may experience food insecurity.
What is a giving garden?
Beyond its physical definition, a giving garden is a way to get your hands dirty while volunteering your time close to home. If you’re already a gardener, this volunteer opportunity is ideal. With the giving garden, you could contribute without necessarily impacting your schedule. Raising vegetables is rewarding for everyone involved. Kids feel empowered when they are given the opportunity to help others. And, giving gardens teach a valuable life skill: how to grow valuable, life-sustaining food.
Other Ways to Help
Not interested in volunteering but still want to help out? Consider Hosting a Fundraiser or making a monetary donation!
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