Make A Difference In Our Community

Volunteer at the Food Pantry

ATTENTION CURRENT VOLUNTEERS:

We are transitioning to a new program called VolunteerHub.

You will receive an email from VolunteerHub.com requesting you to sign up, then you can start taking shifts as usual!

It Takes More Than 1,000 Volunteers

Without volunteers, families aren’t fed. As a 100% volunteer organization, we depend on the individuals, families, companies, and community groups who generously give their time to keep the food pantry operating at full speed.

You Can Make A Difference, Too

Become a Volunteer

Ready to become a volunteer? We'll provide all the training and help you need to be able to make a big difference in our communities.

STEP ONE

Create an Account

Visit our volunteer site, VolunteerHub, here and create an account. Alternatively, you can sign in if you've already registered.

STEP TWO

Sign up for Shifts

Once you create your VolunteerHub account you will receive a Welcome Letter. This letter will provide important information and guidelines you need to know prior to your first shift at the food pantry. After receiving the letter you can go back to VolunteerHub and sign up for shifts to serve at the food pantry.

What Do Our Volunteers Do?

Food Distribution Team

Ten to eleven shift volunteers work under the guidance of a Shift Supervisor on Mondays through Thursdays from 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm and Saturdays from 8:30 am - 12:00 pm. These volunteers prepare the food bins that are distributed to our clients during their shift.

Maintenance Crew

Volunteers come to the food pantry during the week to receive, organize, inspect, and stock shelves with donated food items. The schedule is more varied than the food distribution positions, but typically Monday through Friday between 9:30 am and 11:30 am.

NOTE: At this time, we are not in need of additional volunteers on our maintenance team.

Food Acquisition Team

Volunteers pick up food donations at various grocery stores during the week and drop these items off at the food pantry. Volunteers may also assist with our Donation Location program.

Support Positions

If you have a special skill such as carpentry, computer programming, graphic design, fundraising, grant writing or photography, let us know! We could use your help on special projects or our Marketing, Event Planning, and Fundraising Committees.

Volunteer As a Group

Does your business, religious organization or community service group want to help? We offer seasonal opportunities for groups to volunteer at the food pantry. Groups should Contact Our Volunteer Coordinator to coordinate activity, date and time.

Admin Team

Volunteers come to the pantry 1-2 times per week, every week, for 2-3 hours a day. Must have strong phone/people skills, be organized, and very comfortable working on a computer . Spanish speaking is a plus but not required! Specialized training is required/provided. Responsibilities include: answering phones, making client appointments, data entry, etc.

NOTE: At this time, we are not in need of additional volunteers on our admin team.

Our Volunteers Love Serving Here

Eric F.

Eric began volunteering at HRFP in early 2022. In just over six months, he learned everything he could about the food distribution shift and has become an integral part of this team. Eric is a “go-getter,” stepping in wherever he is needed, and often goes above and beyond to assist the other volunteers. He has…

Alyssa

I am a junior at George Mason University. Some things I enjoy are hiking, skiing, kayaking, fishing, and reading. After my college education, I hope to eventually open my own practice and work with several different populations. I also have some interest in teaching about the social work profession later in my career. I am…

Rionna

I am a George Mason student enrolled in the BSW Social Work Program. It took me a while to figure out what exactly I wanted to spend my career doing because my career interests continually changed. Though my hobbies and interests seemed to be constantly changing, the one desire that remained consistent was my desire…

Quinn

A little about me, I have been married for nearly four years and my wife and I have two daughters. I am originally from the state of Washington and I love theater. Currently, I am considering using my degree to work with clients in mental health, addiction recovery, or school counseling. I am looking forward…

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Common Questions

Can anyone volunteer at the Haymarket Regional Food Pantry?

Do children need to be accompanied by an adult?

Yes, any child between ages of 10 and 14 years of age can volunteer, but must be accompanied by someone who is 18 years of age or older. This can be a family member, teacher, or another adult who will be responsible for that child during the time that he or she is volunteering. The designated adult will also need to create an account. Children under ten may not be on the premises with you when you volunteer at the Food Pantry (for food distribution or maintenance).

Is there any necessary training needed prior to volunteering?

What volunteer positions are available at the Food Pantry?

Am I required to work a set number of volunteer hours per month?

If I am not distributing food to clients, do I need have to go through VolunteerHub?

Become A Volunteer