Opportunities From: Tarrant Area Food Bank

Volunteer: Partner Agency- LVTRISE Mobile Pantry

 

The LVTRISE project distributes TAFB-supplied food to residents of the Las Vegas Trails area via the local YMCA. Volunteers aged 18 and above are needed for various roles such as greeters, shopper assistants, and setup/cleanup. Tasks may include lifting up to 30 pounds and standing for extended periods in a non-temperature-controlled environment. While a four-hour shift is encouraged, it is not mandatory.

Volunteers roles may include but are not limited to:

Greeter  Registration Assistant Shopper Assistant Unloading boxes and setting up food Set up/Clean up Carrying Groceries

Individuals as young as 18 years old are invited to volunteer. Volunteers must be able to lift 30 pounds, stand for periods at a time and work in a location that is not temperature controlled.

Program: Partner Agency - LVTRISE

 

The LVTRISE project distributes TAFB-supplied food to residents of the Las Vegas Trails area via the local YMCA. Volunteers aged 18 and above are needed for various roles such as greeters, shopper assistants, and setup/cleanup. Tasks may include lifting up to 30 pounds and standing for extended periods in a non-temperature-controlled environment. While a four-hour shift is encouraged, it is not mandatory.

Volunteers roles may include but are not limited to:

Greeter  Registration Assistant Shopper Assistant Unloading boxes and setting up food Set up/Clean up Carrying Groceries

Individuals as young as 18 years old are invited to volunteer. Volunteers must be able to lift 30 pounds, stand for periods at a time and work in a location that is not temperature controlled.

Program: Partner Agency - LVTRISE

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 76116

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Partner Agency- First Street Methodist Mission

 

As a Volunteer, you will play a vital role in providing assistance and support to the food assistance program. This position includes Grocery Bagger, Grocery Runner, and Grocery Checkout. By volunteering in these roles, you will directly contribute to ensuring a smooth and efficient operation, allowing us to provide essential groceries to individuals and families in need. Volunteer Roles- Food Bagging: Bag groceries Handle perishable and non-perishable items.

 Taking Groceries to Clients' Cars:

Assist clients in transporting their groceries from the store to their vehicles. Use carts or other suitable means to safely transport grocery bags. Provide friendly and courteous support to clients during the process.

Using Carts to Transport Items:

Utilize carts to efficiently move groceries from storage areas to clients' cars. Load and unload grocery bags onto carts, ensuring proper organization and distribution.

Helping Clients Choose Groceries:

Engage with clients in a friendly and respectful manner. Assist clients in selecting groceries based on their preferences and dietary needs.

We recognize that hunger knows no boundaries, and we aim to serve both those with a residence and those experiencing homelessness in our community. Our mission is to ensure that every individual, regardless of their circumstances, has access to nutritious food and support.

Must be 14 to Volunteer.

Program: Partner Agency-First Street Methodist Mission

 

As a Volunteer, you will play a vital role in providing assistance and support to the food assistance program. This position includes Grocery Bagger, Grocery Runner, and Grocery Checkout. By volunteering in these roles, you will directly contribute to ensuring a smooth and efficient operation, allowing us to provide essential groceries to individuals and families in need. Volunteer Roles- Food Bagging: Bag groceries Handle perishable and non-perishable items.

 Taking Groceries to Clients' Cars:

Assist clients in transporting their groceries from the store to their vehicles. Use carts or other suitable means to safely transport grocery bags. Provide friendly and courteous support to clients during the process.

Using Carts to Transport Items:

Utilize carts to efficiently move groceries from storage areas to clients' cars. Load and unload grocery bags onto carts, ensuring proper organization and distribution.

Helping Clients Choose Groceries:

Engage with clients in a friendly and respectful manner. Assist clients in selecting groceries based on their preferences and dietary needs.

We recognize that hunger knows no boundaries, and we aim to serve both those with a residence and those experiencing homelessness in our community. Our mission is to ensure that every individual, regardless of their circumstances, has access to nutritious food and support.

Must be 14 to Volunteer.

Program: Partner Agency-First Street Methodist Mission

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 76102

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Partner Agency- Food Giveaway- Carter Metropolitan CME Church

      

 

We are seeking dedicated volunteers to join us in our food distribution event. As a volunteer, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of the event and providing essential support to those in need. Your responsibilities will include: Sorting Food: Help us organize and categorize donated food items, ensuring they meet quality standards and checking expiration dates. Setting up the Distribution Area: Assist in arranging tables, signage, and any necessary equipment to create a welcoming distribution area. Preparing Food Bags: Help assemble bags with food items, ensuring they are properly filled and ready for distribution. Managing Registration: Assist with the registration process, including checking in recipients, recording necessary information, and providing any required forms. Traffic Control: Help direct traffic flow to ensure a safe and organized distribution experience for everyone involved. Loading Food into Cars: Assist recipients in loading their allocated food items into their vehicles, providing support and ensuring their groceries are safely secured.

Your participation will not only provide valuable assistance but also contribute to fostering a sense of community and helping families in need. Volunteers of all ages, including families with children as young as 8 with chaperons, are welcome to join us in this important endeavor. Your time and effort will make a significant difference in the lives of community members.

Program: Partner Agency- Carter Metropolitan CME Church

      

 

We are seeking dedicated volunteers to join us in our food distribution event. As a volunteer, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of the event and providing essential support to those in need. Your responsibilities will include: Sorting Food: Help us organize and categorize donated food items, ensuring they meet quality standards and checking expiration dates. Setting up the Distribution Area: Assist in arranging tables, signage, and any necessary equipment to create a welcoming distribution area. Preparing Food Bags: Help assemble bags with food items, ensuring they are properly filled and ready for distribution. Managing Registration: Assist with the registration process, including checking in recipients, recording necessary information, and providing any required forms. Traffic Control: Help direct traffic flow to ensure a safe and organized distribution experience for everyone involved. Loading Food into Cars: Assist recipients in loading their allocated food items into their vehicles, providing support and ensuring their groceries are safely secured.

Your participation will not only provide valuable assistance but also contribute to fostering a sense of community and helping families in need. Volunteers of all ages, including families with children as young as 8 with chaperons, are welcome to join us in this important endeavor. Your time and effort will make a significant difference in the lives of community members.

Program: Partner Agency- Carter Metropolitan CME Church

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 76119

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: First Street Mission - Food 4 Kids

Help our organization prep snack bags on Sundays to be delivered to schools within the Fort Worth ISD.

Program: Partner Agency-First Street Methodist Mission

Help our organization prep snack bags on Sundays to be delivered to schools within the Fort Worth ISD.

Program: Partner Agency-First Street Methodist Mission

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 76102

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Partner Agency- Senior Share Distribution Blessing Court

 

Through the Senior Share program, TAFB provides seniors at risk of hunger with nutritious food that they can prepare and eat at home. Seniors also learn about various topics that are relevant to their prolonged health and well-being.

 

Volunteer duties could include but are not limited to: 

Carrying groceries for seniors Set up of foods for distributions Moving left over items to storage Clean up of the distribution area (sweeping, mopping if needed, washing tables, etc.) Breakdown boxes and take trash to dumpster

Requirements:

Lift at least 50 pounds Follow instructions Work well with senior adults

Distributions for this location are the second Tuesday of every month. Volunteers 18 years and older are able to volunteer for this opportunity.

 

Address: Blessings Court

              3100 Blessing Court

              Bedford, TX 76021

Program: Partner Agency: Blessing Court Senior Share

 

Through the Senior Share program, TAFB provides seniors at risk of hunger with nutritious food that they can prepare and eat at home. Seniors also learn about various topics that are relevant to their prolonged health and well-being.

 

Volunteer duties could include but are not limited to: 

Carrying groceries for seniors Set up of foods for distributions Moving left over items to storage Clean up of the distribution area (sweeping, mopping if needed, washing tables, etc.) Breakdown boxes and take trash to dumpster

Requirements:

Lift at least 50 pounds Follow instructions Work well with senior adults

Distributions for this location are the second Tuesday of every month. Volunteers 18 years and older are able to volunteer for this opportunity.

 

Address: Blessings Court

              3100 Blessing Court

              Bedford, TX 76021

Program: Partner Agency: Blessing Court Senior Share

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 76021

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Partner Agency- TCC Community Market Mobile Pantry

 

 

 

   

If you want to see a direct impact in your community then Tarrant County College’s Community Market is the opportunity for you. This opportunity would be great for volunteers who are interested in social interaction and light physical activity. This would also be the perfect opportunity for Corporate groups, Youth groups, and Service Leagues who are interested in serving their communities and building comradery amongst teams. Volunteers can expect to greet volunteers, carry groceries for clients, sort and stock groceries for clients choosing, push and load carts for clients and carry groceries to client’s cars.

Volunteers roles may include but are not limited to:

Greeter and line monitor Registration Assistant Parking Lot Attendant Shopper Assistant Set up/Clean up Carrying Groceries to Vehicles ***Individuals as young as 8 years old are invited to volunteer; however, ages 8-14 years old MUST have an adult chaperone.*** Volunteers must be able to lift 10 pounds, stand for periods at a time and work in a location that is not temperature controlled.

 

Program: Partner Agency - Tarrant County College

 

 

 

   

If you want to see a direct impact in your community then Tarrant County College’s Community Market is the opportunity for you. This opportunity would be great for volunteers who are interested in social interaction and light physical activity. This would also be the perfect opportunity for Corporate groups, Youth groups, and Service Leagues who are interested in serving their communities and building comradery amongst teams. Volunteers can expect to greet volunteers, carry groceries for clients, sort and stock groceries for clients choosing, push and load carts for clients and carry groceries to client’s cars.

Volunteers roles may include but are not limited to:

Greeter and line monitor Registration Assistant Parking Lot Attendant Shopper Assistant Set up/Clean up Carrying Groceries to Vehicles ***Individuals as young as 8 years old are invited to volunteer; however, ages 8-14 years old MUST have an adult chaperone.*** Volunteers must be able to lift 10 pounds, stand for periods at a time and work in a location that is not temperature controlled.

 

Program: Partner Agency - Tarrant County College

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 76179

Allow Groups: Yes