GIVE TIME
Want to volunteer with Second Harvest of the Big Bend?
Volunteers are critical to our mission of providing food for today, tomorrow, and a lifetime. Opportunities are available now for individuals, groups, and those seeking community service hours.
Individual Volunteers
JOIN US IN 2 EASY STEPS:
- Create a volunteer account on our VolunteerHub.
- Sign up for an event on VolunteerHub!
Group/Corporate Volunteers
GROUP VOLUNTEERS ARE GROUPS THAT CONSIST OF 5 OR MORE VOLUNTEERS.
Click the button below to fill out the Group/Corporate Volunteer request form. Our Community Engagement Manager will review your request and get back with you in a timely manner.
Group/Corporate Volunteer Shift Interest Form
Lott’s Community Garden
WITH THE GENEROUS COOPERATION OF EDWIN LOTT, LOTT’S COMMUNITY GARDEN, OUR GARDEN PROGRAM, GROWS A ROTATION OF NUTRITIOUS PRODUCE TO SUPPLEMENT OUR FOOD DISTRIBUTION EFFORTS.
Lott’s Community Garden is located just 15 minutes from Tallahassee at 39 Lott Road, Monticello, FL, 32344. Through our close relationship with Lott’s, produce harvested by our volunteers is brought back to the warehouse and offered to our community partners at the peak of its freshness.
Lott’s is an excellent option for volunteers who prefer weekend service, as most of our events are on Saturdays.
If you are an individual interested in volunteering at Lott’s, please sign up through VolunteerHub, where Lott’s volunteer opportunities are posted. If you would like to reserve a time for your group to volunteer at Lott’s, please get in touch with our Community Engagement Manager or 850-562-3033
Court-Ordered Community Service
COURT-ORDERED COMMUNITY SERVICE MUST BE DISCLOSED PRIOR TO ACTIVATING YOUR VOLUNTEER ACCOUNT. TO QUALIFY FOR COURT-ORDERED COMMUNITY SERVICE WITH THE FOOD BANK, WE WILL NEED A COURT/PROGRAM/LEGAL CONTACT WHO CAN:
- Verify your charges (violent or sexual offenders are not accepted)
- Verify your court-ordered hours
Please contact our Community Engagement Manager to request our required community service application and policies and procedures. When your paperwork is complete, you will be directed to set up a volunteer account.
FAQS
Where do I volunteer?
Our warehouse is located at 4446 Entrepot Blvd (near the airport).
When can I volunteer?
Our warehouse is open for volunteering Monday through Friday 9 am to 3 pm. Limited weekend and evening shifts are available.
How old do I have to be to volunteer?
The minimum age requirement to volunteer in our active warehouse is 12 years of age. Age restrictions vary by volunteer activity; please check the volunteer calendar. Children between the ages of 12-15 must be accompanied by an adult who is also volunteering, and is 18 years of age or older. A minimum of one chaperone per four children is required.
Do I have to schedule in advance or can I just show up?
All volunteering must be scheduled in advance on our VolunteerHub.
What should I wear?
Closed toe shoes are MANDATORY. Please wear comfortable clothing you don’t mind getting a little dirty. You must adhere to our dress code:
- No ripped jeans or short shorts
- No midriff-baring, see-through, cleavage-baring tops or tanks
- No sagging pants or bottoms
- No offensive language, symbols or characters
What should I bring with me?
We provide everything you need for all activities, including water! If you’d like to add extra impact to your day, one great way to do that is to bring one or more shelf-stable food item. Most-wanted items for the food bank include canned fruits and vegetables, hearty soups and stews, cereal, canned protein and peanut butter.
Do I have to attend a training session prior to volunteering?
Not at this time; simply create your volunteer account and request it to be activated.
What time do I need to arrive?
Please arrive promptly at the start of your volunteer shift.
Court-Ordered Community Service
COURT-ORDERED COMMUNITY SERVICE MUST BE DISCLOSED PRIOR TO ACTIVATING YOUR VOLUNTEER ACCOUNT. TO QUALIFY FOR COURT-ORDERED COMMUNITY SERVICE WITH THE FOOD BANK, WE WILL NEED A COURT/PROGRAM/LEGAL CONTACT WHO CAN:
- Verify your charges (violent or sexual offenders are not accepted)
- Verify your court-ordered hours
Please contact our Community Engagement Manager to request our required community service application and policies and procedures. When your paperwork is complete, you will be directed to set up a volunteer account.
