How to Volunteer with NTFB:
Step 1:
Find your best fit by reviewing the different volunteer categories below.
Step 2:
Click on the link to check for available slots.
Step 3:
Register online and sign up for an experience.
Disaster Relief Mobile Pantry
Join us rain or shine as we work outdoors to feed families in need. Volunteers assist with crowd control, greeting clients, bagging food and cleaning up. Shifts are usually 3 hours long and take place in various locations across North Texas.
Ages
Perfect for individuals who are 18 and over
Days
Monday - Friday
Times
Multiple times, see calendar
Distribution Center
Millions of meals are distributed through our Partner Agencies and feeding programs thanks to our distribution center volunteers. Sort and pack at our facility in Plano. Due to COVID-19, we have made some changes to our policies and encourage you to read thoroughly. We appreciate your flexibility.
At this time we are not taking any group reservations.
Ages
Perfect for individuals who are 14 and over
Days
Friday - Saturday
Times
9:00 - 11:30 a.m. and 1:00 - 3:30 p.m
Cards for Hope
Want to help the North Texas Food Bank spread hope and cheer to our neighbors in need? Get involved with our cards for hope program to send a card and a smile.
Ages
Perfect for individuals and groups of all ages
Days
Any Day
Times
Any Time
Virtually Volunteer/Social Media Ambassadors
Virtually volunteer for the North Texas Food Bank! NTFB is looking for support through digital efforts, specifically via social media. You could help us connect with new supporters who are interested in supporting our work to fight hunger in North Texas!
Ages
Perfect for individuals and groups of all ages
Days
Any Day
Times
Any Time
Nutrition Services
Join the fight against hunger by teaching a Cooking Matters class, distributing food assistance materials or translating nutrition workshops. Explore the Nutrition Services calendar to learn more about each opportunity, the requirements needed to participate and available shifts.
Ages
Perfect for individuals and groups of various size; age requirements vary
Days
Any Day
Times
Multiple times, see calendar
Administrative Projects
Help with mailings, database entry, courtesy calls and other clerical duties in our offices.
Ages
Perfect for individuals; age 16+
Days
Wednesdays
Times
9:00 a.m. - 11:30 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Partner Gardens
Join the fight against hunger by helping a local community garden grow nutritious fruits and vegetables that will be donated to a nearby food pantry.
Ages
Perfect for individuals and groups of various size; age requirements vary.
Days
Multiple days available
Times
Multiple times available
Jan's Garden
Volunteer or tour Jan's Garden, our sustainable, small-scale learning garden in honor of our late CEO, Jan Pruitt. Jan's Garden offers tours and programming for all local community groups who desire to learn first-hand about the impact that healthful food choices can make.
Ages
Perfect for individuals and groups of all ages
Days
Upon Request
Times
Upon Request
Special Events
NTFB benefits from hundreds of community events every year. Volunteer needs vary and can include duties such as setting up, registration, bag check, crowd control, merchandise sales, manning a booth, refreshments, greeting guests, tear down, etc. Come and be part of the festivities.
Ages
Perfect for individuals and groups of various sizes; age requirements vary
Days
Multiple days, see calendar
Times
Multiple times, see calendar
School Pantry
During the school year, we deliver shelf-stable food and produce to partner elementary schools on a monthly basis. Extra hands are needed to help carry 30-60 pounds of food to the cars of hungry families. Volunteers must pass a background check.
Ages
Perfect for individuals and groups up to 10 people; age 16+
Days
Tuesday - Thursday
Times
Multiple times, see calendar