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Curious about what we do at The Food Bank?

Join us for our monthly Food for Thought! - An Introduction to The Food Bank, on the first Thursday of every month! Enjoy a bite, hear about our mission, and discover easy ways to make a difference — no strings attached! Good food, great company, and all the feel-good vibes. See you there! 

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"It takes a village. Thank you for being ours."

Our volunteers represent an essential part of The Food Bank's success in helping prepare and distribute food to people in need throughout our community.  We welcome and appreciate your time, talent, and heartfelt interest. 

We have several opportunities to volunteer for individuals and/or participate in group volunteer activities.

  

If you are interested in volunteering, fill out our application by clicking the link below!

Volunteer Application

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Returning volunteers can use this link to sign up for available opportunities

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Volunteer Opportunities - Your Skills Can Change Lives

Packing & Sorting

Summer Lunch Program

Food Distributions

 A very important task for volunteers at The Food Bank is to pack and sort donated bulk food. This includes inspecting, cleaning, sorting, and preparation of special food boxes. This is all part of preparing donations for distribution.  

Food Distributions

Summer Lunch Program

Food Distributions

We have FIVE Food Distribution sites in Nevada County, where our volunteers assist in handing out food to families and individuals in need. Assist with loading food into cars, packing final grocery items, and cleaning up distribution sites.

Summer Lunch Program

Summer Lunch Program

Summer Lunch Program

Every summer, The Food Bank looks for reliable volunteers to help with preparing and packing lunches and drivers to deliver to our local children in need. This is a valuable and great opportunity for local students to fulfill volunteer hours and get more involved in their community.

Warehouse Assistant

Truck Driver (Class C)

Summer Lunch Program

Assist with unloading trucks, sorting donations, and organizing inventory.

Requires ability to lift 50lbs and comfort with warehouse environments.

Truck Driver (Class C)

Truck Driver (Class C)

Truck Driver (Class C)

Assist in collecting food from partner organizations and additional locations across the county. Must have a clean driving record and experience with box trucks.

Community Engagement

Truck Driver (Class C)

Truck Driver (Class C)

Create and inspire community action through fundraising, food drives, and outreach events. Great for individuals with strong communication, organization, and creativity skills!

Gleaning Team Member

Farmers Market Advocate

Farmers Market Advocate

Harvest surplus crops from local farms to provide fresh produce for those in need. Join a team or lead a group of volunteers to gather food from the fields in partnership with Sierra Harvest.

Farmers Market Advocate

Farmers Market Advocate

Farmers Market Advocate

Build relationships with the community and local farmers. Rescue fresh produce and coordinate donations. For those with an interest in agriculture and community engagement!

Event Community

Farmers Market Advocate

Event Community

We've got volunteer opportunities where you can plan food drives and fundraising events that give right back to your community. Think of it as spreading kindness — with a side of fun and teamwork! 

Family Friendly Volunteer Opportunities Year-Round!

Gleaning for The Food Bank: Times and locations vary

Higgins Distribution: 3rd Thursday of the month from 3:00-5:30

Home Delivery Drivers: Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday and Wednesday of the Month, time is flexible

Grass Valley Distribution: 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month from 9:00 - 12:30pm

Packing in the Warehouse: Tuesdays from 10:00-12:00pm

Summer Lunch Program: Runs for 8 weeks over the summer, Mon - Fri from 9:00-12:00pm and 12:00pm for driving/drop-off 

Partnering with Local Businesses

Partnering with Local Businesses

Volunteer Hub through Connecting Point

Partnering with Local Businesses

At The Food Bank of Nevada County, we believe in the power of partnerships. That's why we work closely with local businesses and restaurants to rescue excess food that would otherwise go to waste and distribute it to those in need within our community.

BriarPatch PatchWorks

Volunteer Hub through Connecting Point

Partnering with Local Businesses

Make a difference by volunteering at The Food Bank of Nevada County – it will give you all the feels, PLUS you can receive awesome shopping discounts at BriarPatch Food Co-op!

BriarPatch Owners and volunteers with The Food Bank of Nevada County can earn up to two 15% shopping discounts each month when they enroll in the PatchWorks volunteer program. 

Click HERE to learn more!

Volunteer Hub through Connecting Point

Volunteer Hub through Connecting Point

Volunteer Hub through Connecting Point

Connecting Point of Nevada County has a program in which community members are able to find nearby volunteering opportunities personalized just for them. This 211 hub makes finding volunteering opportunities as easy as possible. Find out other ways you're able to help your community today! 

Click HERE for more info!

Mail-In Volunteer Application

Volunteer Application 2023 (pdf)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at volunteer@foodbankofnc.org if you cannot find an answer to your question.

 

Volunteers need to have a current Volunteer Application on file before attending an event.

(Click HERE to complete our application online) 


Still curious about what we do without the commitment of volunteering? Use this link to sign up for Food for Thought! Our introductory meet-up for all things Food Bank. Enjoy a bite, hear about our mission, and discover easy ways to make a difference — no strings attached!


The minimum age to volunteer is 10 years old. Parental permission is required for any volunteers under the age of 18. 

Volunteers between ages 10-15 must be accompanied by an adult. Volunteers 16-17 years of age do not need to be accompanied.    

Looking for opportunities outside this age range? No problem! Reach out to us and let's see what exciting options we have for you! 


You will have the option of entering any special requests when filling out our volunteer application.  We help our volunteers select a task or duty that matches their interests while still fulfilling the needs of The Food Bank. Our goal is to work with volunteers to make their experiences positive and rewarding!


Volunteer hours will be recorded on a project log-sheet kept at our warehouse. It is mandatory and important that all volunteers sign in when working shifts on and off-site.


The Food Bank expects individuals to report and work as scheduled. However, we understand that things happen! If you are unable to make it to your assigned shift, please reach out to volunteer@foodbankofnc.org or 530.272.3796 ASAP so that we can work with you to get your shift covered. 


While we would love to have you at every event, we understand that is not always possible. For this reason, volunteers are required to sign up per opportunity. This allows you to schedule as you are able to and The Food Bank to staff properly when needed!


Aside from completing the volunteer application, the only thing we require is your time!


While there are some dress code requirements for safety purposes. We do not require any specific items.


For safety reasons, we do require the following:

•Close Toed Shoes (at all volunteering events)

•Layers when working in the warehouse


While we do have some dedicated parking spots, there is not much room. Whenever possible, we encourage groups and friends to carpool so that we are able to provide as much parking as possible!



"The Food Bank of Nevada County; where we hold a fundamental devotion to human rights."

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The Food Bank of Nevada County

310 Railroad Ave #100

Grass Valley, CA 95945

Phone: (530) 272-3796


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The Food Bank of Nevada County is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
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