Opportunities From: Metro United Way's Volunteer Connection

Volunteer: Community Corner Food Pantry Volunteer

At the Floyd County Library, we provide food assistance through our Community Corner Food Pantry and are seeking volunteers to support our efforts. If you're interested in volunteering in the food pantry to help those seeking food assistance, please reach out! When you volunteer with us, we'll find a role that fits your abilities. You might be completing intake paperwork with individuals seeking food assistance, preparing orders that meet USDA/Dare to Care guidelines, assisting patrons with taking orders to their vehicles, organizing food in the pantry, cleaning the pantry, or unloading and shelving donations.

Agency: Floyd County Library - Community Corner Food Pantry

At the Floyd County Library, we provide food assistance through our Community Corner Food Pantry and are seeking volunteers to support our efforts. If you're interested in volunteering in the food pantry to help those seeking food assistance, please reach out! When you volunteer with us, we'll find a role that fits your abilities. You might be completing intake paperwork with individuals seeking food assistance, preparing orders that meet USDA/Dare to Care guidelines, assisting patrons with taking orders to their vehicles, organizing food in the pantry, cleaning the pantry, or unloading and shelving donations.

Agency: Floyd County Library - Community Corner Food Pantry

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 47150

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Feed the West

Join us Monday-Thursday from 10:30 AM to 3 PM at the latest to support our free grocery supplemental program. If you have more than ten volunteers we have several other ways to activate and engage your group outside of our food program.

Our shift from 10:30 AM-2:30 PM looks like unloading groceries, sorting groceries, assessing groceries, bagging and preparing groceries or distributing groceries during our pop-ups. And other tasks as needed.


Shift 1: 10:30AM-2:30PM

Description: Volunteers needed (4)

Mondays we will be at the Shawnee Community Center located at 607 south 37th street

Tasks:

unloading groceriessorting groceries, putting like items together assessing groceries, doing quality control to ensure we are only giving out the best items bagging and preparing groceries, make sure groceries are bagged for our home bound familiesbreak down boxesclean up areaensure compost is put in compost bags and measuredhelp pack up any additional needs


Shift 2: 10:30AM-2:30PM

Description: Volunteers needed (6)

Tuesdays we will be at the Park-hill Community Center located at 1703 south 13th street


Tasks:

unloading groceriessorting groceries, putting like items together assessing groceries, doing quality control to ensure we are only giving out the best itemsbreak down boxesclean up areaensure compost is put in compost bags and measuredhelp pack up any additional needs



Shift 3: 10:30AM-2:30PM

Description: Volunteers needed (4)

Wednesday we will be the Molly Lenard Portland Community Center located at 640 north 27th street


Tasks:

unloading groceriessorting groceries, putting like items together assessing groceries, doing quality control to ensure we are only giving out the best itemsbreak down boxesclean up areaensure compost is put in compost bags and measuredhelp pack up any additional needs



Shift 4: 10:30AM-2:30PM

Description: Volunteers needed (4)

Thursday we will be at the California Community Center located ay 1600 St Catherine street 


Tasks:

unloading groceriessorting groceries, putting like items together assessing groceries, doing quality control to ensure we are only giving out the best itemsbreak down boxesclean up areaensure compost is put in compost bags and measuredhelp pack up any additional needs



Please specify time frame in notes if you cannot stay for the full shift when signing up.

Agency: Change Today, Change Tomorrow

Join us Monday-Thursday from 10:30 AM to 3 PM at the latest to support our free grocery supplemental program. If you have more than ten volunteers we have several other ways to activate and engage your group outside of our food program.

Our shift from 10:30 AM-2:30 PM looks like unloading groceries, sorting groceries, assessing groceries, bagging and preparing groceries or distributing groceries during our pop-ups. And other tasks as needed.


Shift 1: 10:30AM-2:30PM

Description: Volunteers needed (4)

Mondays we will be at the Shawnee Community Center located at 607 south 37th street

Tasks:

unloading groceriessorting groceries, putting like items together assessing groceries, doing quality control to ensure we are only giving out the best items bagging and preparing groceries, make sure groceries are bagged for our home bound familiesbreak down boxesclean up areaensure compost is put in compost bags and measuredhelp pack up any additional needs


Shift 2: 10:30AM-2:30PM

Description: Volunteers needed (6)

Tuesdays we will be at the Park-hill Community Center located at 1703 south 13th street


Tasks:

unloading groceriessorting groceries, putting like items together assessing groceries, doing quality control to ensure we are only giving out the best itemsbreak down boxesclean up areaensure compost is put in compost bags and measuredhelp pack up any additional needs



Shift 3: 10:30AM-2:30PM

Description: Volunteers needed (4)

Wednesday we will be the Molly Lenard Portland Community Center located at 640 north 27th street


Tasks:

unloading groceriessorting groceries, putting like items together assessing groceries, doing quality control to ensure we are only giving out the best itemsbreak down boxesclean up areaensure compost is put in compost bags and measuredhelp pack up any additional needs



Shift 4: 10:30AM-2:30PM

Description: Volunteers needed (4)

Thursday we will be at the California Community Center located ay 1600 St Catherine street 


Tasks:

unloading groceriessorting groceries, putting like items together assessing groceries, doing quality control to ensure we are only giving out the best itemsbreak down boxesclean up areaensure compost is put in compost bags and measuredhelp pack up any additional needs



Please specify time frame in notes if you cannot stay for the full shift when signing up.

Agency: Change Today, Change Tomorrow

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 40210

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Front Desk Reception

Want to make a difference by supporting a center dedicated to serving the community? Volunteering with the Catholic Enrichment Center is a great way to put your clerical skills to use while serving those most in need. At our front desk, you’ll help create a warm and welcoming environment for everyone who visits the CEC or calls our main line. Your tasks may include:

Answering phone calls and returning voicemails, directing callers to the appropriate CEC staff memberWelcoming visitors at the door, guiding them to staff offices for scheduled meetings and accepting donations for our food pantry & shelter servicesEngaging with individuals seeking CEC services with compassion and care, referring them to the correct numbers for housing, shelter, and foodAssisting with the processing of food pantry info, translating data to Excel.

Training and light snacks provided :)

Agency: Catholic Enrichment Center

Want to make a difference by supporting a center dedicated to serving the community? Volunteering with the Catholic Enrichment Center is a great way to put your clerical skills to use while serving those most in need. At our front desk, you’ll help create a warm and welcoming environment for everyone who visits the CEC or calls our main line. Your tasks may include:

Answering phone calls and returning voicemails, directing callers to the appropriate CEC staff memberWelcoming visitors at the door, guiding them to staff offices for scheduled meetings and accepting donations for our food pantry & shelter servicesEngaging with individuals seeking CEC services with compassion and care, referring them to the correct numbers for housing, shelter, and foodAssisting with the processing of food pantry info, translating data to Excel.

Training and light snacks provided :)

Agency: Catholic Enrichment Center

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 40218

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Dare to Care Food Pantry

Help stock shelves with canned goods/produce for morning shifts ( between the hours of 10am-1pm)Assist visitors as they shop for food in our pantry. Help guide them through the market/through the building, help bag their food if needed and answer any questions they may have. Opportunities are also available to assist with registration/referrals for other services, as visitors wait in our waiting area.

Agency: Catholic Enrichment Center

Help stock shelves with canned goods/produce for morning shifts ( between the hours of 10am-1pm)Assist visitors as they shop for food in our pantry. Help guide them through the market/through the building, help bag their food if needed and answer any questions they may have. Opportunities are also available to assist with registration/referrals for other services, as visitors wait in our waiting area.

Agency: Catholic Enrichment Center

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 40211

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Food Distribution - Awake Food Bank

The Awake Food Bank needs volunteers to distribute fresh produce and other grocery foods to around 700 families weekly on Wednesdays. Food is given out via two drive through lines.


Ways to Help

Food sorting and preparationPlacing food in boxes as cars move through the lineChecking families inMaking sure each car has a box for foodPreparing lunch for volunteers


Wednesday Schedule

Food unloading and preparation: 8AM-11AM

Volunteer Lunch: 11AM

Food Line Distribution: 12PM-4PM (busiest time from 12-2)


Volunteers needed weekly: 35-40

Groups are welcome!

You can serve for whatever length of time works best for you. 


To sign up contact Charlie Corbin at awakefoodbank@awakeky.com.

Or call the Food Bank at 502-647-5555.


To sign up in person, you can visit the Awake Food Bank (98 7th St. Shelbyville, KY)

Office hours: Mon-Thurs  8AM-12PM

Agency: Awake Ministries

The Awake Food Bank needs volunteers to distribute fresh produce and other grocery foods to around 700 families weekly on Wednesdays. Food is given out via two drive through lines.


Ways to Help

Food sorting and preparationPlacing food in boxes as cars move through the lineChecking families inMaking sure each car has a box for foodPreparing lunch for volunteers


Wednesday Schedule

Food unloading and preparation: 8AM-11AM

Volunteer Lunch: 11AM

Food Line Distribution: 12PM-4PM (busiest time from 12-2)


Volunteers needed weekly: 35-40

Groups are welcome!

You can serve for whatever length of time works best for you. 


To sign up contact Charlie Corbin at awakefoodbank@awakeky.com.

Or call the Food Bank at 502-647-5555.


To sign up in person, you can visit the Awake Food Bank (98 7th St. Shelbyville, KY)

Office hours: Mon-Thurs  8AM-12PM

Agency: Awake Ministries

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 40065

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Small Painting Project at SVDP's Food Pantry

Help us convert a small space in our food pantry to an Operations Office / Volunteer Break Room.  

Agency: St. Vincent de Paul Louisville

Help us convert a small space in our food pantry to an Operations Office / Volunteer Break Room.  

Agency: St. Vincent de Paul Louisville

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 40203

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Therapy Aide/Kitchen

Our therapists have limited time between clients to clean up from their sessions. We need volunteers to help keep our therapy kitchens organized, clean, and prepped for sessions. This would involve cleanup after feeding sessions, keeping refrigerators free of expired foods, pantry inventory, etc.

Agency: Kids Center for Pediatric Therapies

Our therapists have limited time between clients to clean up from their sessions. We need volunteers to help keep our therapy kitchens organized, clean, and prepped for sessions. This would involve cleanup after feeding sessions, keeping refrigerators free of expired foods, pantry inventory, etc.

Agency: Kids Center for Pediatric Therapies

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 40299

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Spanish Bilingual Volunteers

The Center for Lay Ministries is seeking Spanish bilingual volunteers at our Food Pantry in Jeffersonville, Indiana. We need volunteers to help translate for our Spanish speaking clients. We are open Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm. Times and days are flexible. 

Agency: Center for Lay Ministries

The Center for Lay Ministries is seeking Spanish bilingual volunteers at our Food Pantry in Jeffersonville, Indiana. We need volunteers to help translate for our Spanish speaking clients. We are open Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm. Times and days are flexible. 

Agency: Center for Lay Ministries

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 47130

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Food Pantry Volunteers

CLM Food Pantry of Jeffersonville, Indiana, is looking for volunteers to join our pantry team. Volunteer tasks include any of the following: preparing boxes of non-perishable food items; loading grocery carts with fresh food upon client's arrival; stocking shelves; unloading donations; driving our box truck; greeting clients and entering their data into our computer system.

We are open Monday - Friday from 9:00-3:30 each day. Volunteer shifts are from 8:30-11:00; 11:00-1:30; and 1:30-3:30 (or until the last client is served).

We'd love to have you join us! To ask questions or express interest, please email volunteers@layministries.org.

 

Agency: Center for Lay Ministries

CLM Food Pantry of Jeffersonville, Indiana, is looking for volunteers to join our pantry team. Volunteer tasks include any of the following: preparing boxes of non-perishable food items; loading grocery carts with fresh food upon client's arrival; stocking shelves; unloading donations; driving our box truck; greeting clients and entering their data into our computer system.

We are open Monday - Friday from 9:00-3:30 each day. Volunteer shifts are from 8:30-11:00; 11:00-1:30; and 1:30-3:30 (or until the last client is served).

We'd love to have you join us! To ask questions or express interest, please email volunteers@layministries.org.

 

Agency: Center for Lay Ministries

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 47130

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Box Truck Drivers

We are in great need of box truck drivers to help with food pickup from area grocery stores for our food pantry. Are you recently retired? Does your company encourage volunteerism once a month? Do you have experience driving a box truck? Please reach out if you are able and interested in volunteering! Morning volunteer opportunity with 2-2.5 hour commitment. For more information email volunteers@layministries.org

Agency: Center for Lay Ministries

We are in great need of box truck drivers to help with food pickup from area grocery stores for our food pantry. Are you recently retired? Does your company encourage volunteerism once a month? Do you have experience driving a box truck? Please reach out if you are able and interested in volunteering! Morning volunteer opportunity with 2-2.5 hour commitment. For more information email volunteers@layministries.org

Agency: Center for Lay Ministries

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 47130

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Repair Person

The Center for Lay Ministries operates a Food Pantry and Bliss House, residential recovery program for women, in Jeffersonville, Indiana. We are seeking volunteers to help with repairs. We need occasional help with minor repairs in the Food Pantry and Bliss House. This is an as-needed/occasional volunteer position. 

Agency: Center for Lay Ministries

The Center for Lay Ministries operates a Food Pantry and Bliss House, residential recovery program for women, in Jeffersonville, Indiana. We are seeking volunteers to help with repairs. We need occasional help with minor repairs in the Food Pantry and Bliss House. This is an as-needed/occasional volunteer position. 

Agency: Center for Lay Ministries

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 47130

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Technology Support Volunteer

The Center for Lay Ministries operates a Food Pantry and Bliss House, residential recovery program for women, in Jeffersonville, Indiana. We are seeking Technology Support Volunteers. We need occasional help with desktop computers or website. This is an as-needed/occasional volunteer position. 

Agency: Center for Lay Ministries

The Center for Lay Ministries operates a Food Pantry and Bliss House, residential recovery program for women, in Jeffersonville, Indiana. We are seeking Technology Support Volunteers. We need occasional help with desktop computers or website. This is an as-needed/occasional volunteer position. 

Agency: Center for Lay Ministries

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 47130

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Front Office Receptionist

As a volunteer receptionist, you’ll help create a warm and welcoming environment for everyone who visits the St. Vincent de Paul Administration Building or calls our main line. Your tasks may include:

·       Answering phone calls and returning voicemails, directing callers to the appropriate SVdP staff member using the phone directory

·       Welcoming visitors at the door, guiding them to staff offices for scheduled meetings and accepting donations for our food pantry & shelter services

·       Interfacing with individuals seeking SVdP services with compassion and care, referring them to the correct numbers for housing, shelter, and food

·       Assisting with the processing of food pantry intake cards, translating data to Excel

Want to make a difference by supporting our neighbors experiencing homelessness and food insecurity? Volunteering with SVdP Louisville is a great way to put your clerical skills to work while serving those most in need.

Agency: St. Vincent de Paul Louisville

As a volunteer receptionist, you’ll help create a warm and welcoming environment for everyone who visits the St. Vincent de Paul Administration Building or calls our main line. Your tasks may include:

·       Answering phone calls and returning voicemails, directing callers to the appropriate SVdP staff member using the phone directory

·       Welcoming visitors at the door, guiding them to staff offices for scheduled meetings and accepting donations for our food pantry & shelter services

·       Interfacing with individuals seeking SVdP services with compassion and care, referring them to the correct numbers for housing, shelter, and food

·       Assisting with the processing of food pantry intake cards, translating data to Excel

Want to make a difference by supporting our neighbors experiencing homelessness and food insecurity? Volunteering with SVdP Louisville is a great way to put your clerical skills to work while serving those most in need.

Agency: St. Vincent de Paul Louisville

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 40203

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Be the Wheel Behind a Meal! – Weekly Truck Driver Needed

Passionate about fighting food insecurity and comfortable driving a box truck?
We’re seeking 1–2 volunteers to help transport food donations to the SVdP Louisville Open Hand Kitchen from the Dare to Care Fern Valley warehouse. You’ll drive our box truck to the Dare to Care Fern Valley warehouse, pick up the weekly food donation, and deliver it to the Open Hand Kitchen. Staff will assist with loading and unloading at both locations.

Drivers must be cleared by HR, carry personal insurance, and hold a valid, unexpired Kentucky driver’s license. This is a flexible volunteer role, with Dare to Care dock hours Monday–Thursday, 7:30 AM–1:15 PM, or Friday, 7:30–10:45 AM. Each week, we can tailor the pick-up schedule to meet your needs.

Want more information? Please contact Nicola Peck, Volunteer Engagement Coordinator, at npeck@svdplou.org.

Agency: St. Vincent de Paul Louisville

Passionate about fighting food insecurity and comfortable driving a box truck?
We’re seeking 1–2 volunteers to help transport food donations to the SVdP Louisville Open Hand Kitchen from the Dare to Care Fern Valley warehouse. You’ll drive our box truck to the Dare to Care Fern Valley warehouse, pick up the weekly food donation, and deliver it to the Open Hand Kitchen. Staff will assist with loading and unloading at both locations.

Drivers must be cleared by HR, carry personal insurance, and hold a valid, unexpired Kentucky driver’s license. This is a flexible volunteer role, with Dare to Care dock hours Monday–Thursday, 7:30 AM–1:15 PM, or Friday, 7:30–10:45 AM. Each week, we can tailor the pick-up schedule to meet your needs.

Want more information? Please contact Nicola Peck, Volunteer Engagement Coordinator, at npeck@svdplou.org.

Agency: St. Vincent de Paul Louisville

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 40203

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Food Pick Up and Delivery Drivers - Awake Food Bank

The Awake Food Bank in Shelbyville, KY needs volunteer drivers to help pick up food donations from local businesses. Donations are brought back to the Food Bank to be sorted and distributed to Shelby County residents. Shifts available 7AM-9AM Monday-Saturday.


On Wednesday mornings, the food bank needs drivers to deliver boxes of food to local people who are unable to leave their homes. Shifts available 7AM-9AM Wednesday.


To sign up contact Charlie Corbin at awakefoodbank@awakeky.com.

Or call the Food Bank at 502-647-5555.

Agency: Awake Ministries

The Awake Food Bank in Shelbyville, KY needs volunteer drivers to help pick up food donations from local businesses. Donations are brought back to the Food Bank to be sorted and distributed to Shelby County residents. Shifts available 7AM-9AM Monday-Saturday.


On Wednesday mornings, the food bank needs drivers to deliver boxes of food to local people who are unable to leave their homes. Shifts available 7AM-9AM Wednesday.


To sign up contact Charlie Corbin at awakefoodbank@awakeky.com.

Or call the Food Bank at 502-647-5555.

Agency: Awake Ministries

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 40065

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Food and Hygiene Pantry Drive!

Come & support our Cabbage Patch families by hosting a food and hygiene pantry drive! 

Current needed items include: canned baked beans, canned corn, snacks for kids, bar soap (esp. Dove soap), laundry detergent (esp. Free & Clear), dish soap, feminine hygiene products (unscented pads with wings & tampons), dryer balls or sheets, and cleaning products (bathroom / kitchen cleaners, bleach products, etc.). 

This opportunity includes the option to host a virtual drive by purchasing items from this link: https://a.co/1b1EW1d .

To sign up / receive more information, please contact Chelsea at cricci@cabbagepatch.org! 

Agency: The Cabbage Patch Settlement House

Come & support our Cabbage Patch families by hosting a food and hygiene pantry drive! 

Current needed items include: canned baked beans, canned corn, snacks for kids, bar soap (esp. Dove soap), laundry detergent (esp. Free & Clear), dish soap, feminine hygiene products (unscented pads with wings & tampons), dryer balls or sheets, and cleaning products (bathroom / kitchen cleaners, bleach products, etc.). 

This opportunity includes the option to host a virtual drive by purchasing items from this link: https://a.co/1b1EW1d .

To sign up / receive more information, please contact Chelsea at cricci@cabbagepatch.org! 

Agency: The Cabbage Patch Settlement House

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 40208

Allow Groups: Teams only


Volunteer: Blueprint 502 Food Closet Can Drive

Schedule one month of the upcoming year with our food closet manager Think of different groups of people in your life: family, church, sports teams, friends, work associates, etc; who may be able to assist in food collection and donationFoods desired: snacks, canned goods (fruits and vegetables), pastas, rice, beans, cereals, soup cans, peanut butter, and other non-perishable goodsCoordinate drop off with the food closer manager 

Agency: Blueprint 502

Schedule one month of the upcoming year with our food closet manager Think of different groups of people in your life: family, church, sports teams, friends, work associates, etc; who may be able to assist in food collection and donationFoods desired: snacks, canned goods (fruits and vegetables), pastas, rice, beans, cereals, soup cans, peanut butter, and other non-perishable goodsCoordinate drop off with the food closer manager 

Agency: Blueprint 502

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 40203

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Connect Hearts and Build Belonging: Become a Community Bringer

Connect Hearts and Build Belonging; Become a Community Bringer!

Do you have a passion for connecting people and fostering a strong sense of community? Become a Community Bringer and play a vital role in creating a supportive and welcoming environment for our neighbors, volunteers, supporters, and board members. As a Community Bringer, you'll be a key part of building relationships and strengthening the bonds that make our community thrive.

What you'll do:

Spread joy and support by sending cards for birthdays, get-well wishes, and condolences. Reach out with friendly phone calls to check in and connect with members of our community. Plan and facilitate fun and engaging community events, like potlucks, movie nights, and game gatherings. Help us cultivate a thriving online community where everyone feels welcome and supported. Contribute your ideas and talents to other community-building initiatives.

What you'll need:

A warm and friendly personality with a genuine desire to connect with others. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. The ability to work independently and collaboratively. Experience with social media is a plus!

What you'll gain:

The joy of making a real difference in the lives of others. The opportunity to develop your community engagement skills. The chance to build meaningful relationships within a passionate and dedicated team. Ongoing training on topics like food justice and community building.

Ready to get started?

We'll provide a brief training covering everything you need to know, including our mission, policies, and community-building strategies. We welcome volunteers 18 and older. All adult volunteers will complete a background check.

Join us and help create a community where everyone belongs!

Agency: Bringing Justice Home

Connect Hearts and Build Belonging; Become a Community Bringer!

Do you have a passion for connecting people and fostering a strong sense of community? Become a Community Bringer and play a vital role in creating a supportive and welcoming environment for our neighbors, volunteers, supporters, and board members. As a Community Bringer, you'll be a key part of building relationships and strengthening the bonds that make our community thrive.

What you'll do:

Spread joy and support by sending cards for birthdays, get-well wishes, and condolences. Reach out with friendly phone calls to check in and connect with members of our community. Plan and facilitate fun and engaging community events, like potlucks, movie nights, and game gatherings. Help us cultivate a thriving online community where everyone feels welcome and supported. Contribute your ideas and talents to other community-building initiatives.

What you'll need:

A warm and friendly personality with a genuine desire to connect with others. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. The ability to work independently and collaboratively. Experience with social media is a plus!

What you'll gain:

The joy of making a real difference in the lives of others. The opportunity to develop your community engagement skills. The chance to build meaningful relationships within a passionate and dedicated team. Ongoing training on topics like food justice and community building.

Ready to get started?

We'll provide a brief training covering everything you need to know, including our mission, policies, and community-building strategies. We welcome volunteers 18 and older. All adult volunteers will complete a background check.

Join us and help create a community where everyone belongs!

Agency: Bringing Justice Home

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Empower Healthy Choices: Become a Neighbor Advocate

Empower Healthy Choices!

Want to make a difference from the comfort of your own home? Join us as a Neighbor Advocate and help families access healthy, affordable food while building meaningful connections in our community. As a Neighbor Advocate, you'll empower neighbors to make informed food choices and play a vital role in increasing food security.

What you'll do:

Connect with neighbors by phone, building rapport and trust through active listening and empathy. Help neighbors create their monthly grocery orders, ensuring they stay within budget. Offer helpful cooking tips and recipe ideas. Share information about other valuable community resources. Coordinate grocery pickups with our Grocery Bringer volunteers.

What you'll need:

A compassionate heart and a desire to serve others. Excellent communication and active listening skills. Access to a phone, computer, and reliable internet. Basic computer skills for online ordering. A commitment to one 4-hour shift per week, at a set time, for at least 90 days.

What you'll gain:

The satisfaction of making a real difference in the lives of your neighbors. The opportunity to build meaningful relationships within your community. Ongoing training on topics like food justice and community building. The chance to be part of a supportive and caring team.

Ready to get started?

We'll provide a brief training covering everything you need to know, including our mission, policies, and ordering procedures. We welcome volunteers 18 and older. All adult volunteers will complete a background check.

Join us and empower healthy choices in our neighborhood!

Agency: Bringing Justice Home

Empower Healthy Choices!

Want to make a difference from the comfort of your own home? Join us as a Neighbor Advocate and help families access healthy, affordable food while building meaningful connections in our community. As a Neighbor Advocate, you'll empower neighbors to make informed food choices and play a vital role in increasing food security.

What you'll do:

Connect with neighbors by phone, building rapport and trust through active listening and empathy. Help neighbors create their monthly grocery orders, ensuring they stay within budget. Offer helpful cooking tips and recipe ideas. Share information about other valuable community resources. Coordinate grocery pickups with our Grocery Bringer volunteers.

What you'll need:

A compassionate heart and a desire to serve others. Excellent communication and active listening skills. Access to a phone, computer, and reliable internet. Basic computer skills for online ordering. A commitment to one 4-hour shift per week, at a set time, for at least 90 days.

What you'll gain:

The satisfaction of making a real difference in the lives of your neighbors. The opportunity to build meaningful relationships within your community. Ongoing training on topics like food justice and community building. The chance to be part of a supportive and caring team.

Ready to get started?

We'll provide a brief training covering everything you need to know, including our mission, policies, and ordering procedures. We welcome volunteers 18 and older. All adult volunteers will complete a background check.

Join us and empower healthy choices in our neighborhood!

Agency: Bringing Justice Home

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Fill Their Fridge, Fuel Their Hope; Feed Your Soul

Become a Grocery Bringer and Nourish Our Neighborhood!

Want to make a real difference in your community? Join our team of Grocery Bringers and help neighbors access healthy food, while building connections that strengthen our community. As a Grocery Bringer, you'll play a vital role in increasing food security and offering neighbors the dignity of choice.

What you'll do:

Pick up pre-paid grocery orders and household supplies from local Krogers and other locations. Deliver groceries to neighbors' homes, offering a friendly and supportive presence. Help us identify any additional needs our neighbors may have. Share your delivery experiences with us through a simple feedback form.

What you'll need:

A compassionate heart and a desire to serve others. Reliable transportation with space for groceries. Access to a cell phone, computer, and internet for communication. Ability to lift and carry grocery bags and boxes (we can discuss accommodations if needed). A commitment to about two hours a week, for at least 90 days.

What you'll gain:

The satisfaction of making a tangible difference in your neighbors' lives. The opportunity to build meaningful connections within your community. Kroger Fuel Points for your volunteer hours. Ongoing training on topics like food justice and community building. The chance to be part of a supportive and caring team.

Ready to get started?

We'll provide a brief training covering everything you need to know, including our mission, policies, and delivery procedures. We welcome volunteers 18 and older. 16- and 17-year-olds are also welcome with parental permission and a delivery companion (who will also need a background check). All adult volunteers will complete a background check.

Join us and be a part of building a stronger, healthier community, one delivery at a time!

https://www.bringingjusticehomelou.org/volunteer

Agency: Bringing Justice Home

Become a Grocery Bringer and Nourish Our Neighborhood!

Want to make a real difference in your community? Join our team of Grocery Bringers and help neighbors access healthy food, while building connections that strengthen our community. As a Grocery Bringer, you'll play a vital role in increasing food security and offering neighbors the dignity of choice.

What you'll do:

Pick up pre-paid grocery orders and household supplies from local Krogers and other locations. Deliver groceries to neighbors' homes, offering a friendly and supportive presence. Help us identify any additional needs our neighbors may have. Share your delivery experiences with us through a simple feedback form.

What you'll need:

A compassionate heart and a desire to serve others. Reliable transportation with space for groceries. Access to a cell phone, computer, and internet for communication. Ability to lift and carry grocery bags and boxes (we can discuss accommodations if needed). A commitment to about two hours a week, for at least 90 days.

What you'll gain:

The satisfaction of making a tangible difference in your neighbors' lives. The opportunity to build meaningful connections within your community. Kroger Fuel Points for your volunteer hours. Ongoing training on topics like food justice and community building. The chance to be part of a supportive and caring team.

Ready to get started?

We'll provide a brief training covering everything you need to know, including our mission, policies, and delivery procedures. We welcome volunteers 18 and older. 16- and 17-year-olds are also welcome with parental permission and a delivery companion (who will also need a background check). All adult volunteers will complete a background check.

Join us and be a part of building a stronger, healthier community, one delivery at a time!

https://www.bringingjusticehomelou.org/volunteer

Agency: Bringing Justice Home

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 40217

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Become a Food Rescue Hero

Kentucky Harvest is looking for volunteer drivers to pick up excess food from grocery stores, restaurants, and convenience stores and deliver it to one of our various non-profit partners. Volunteers will download the Kentucky Harvest app and select routes that pick their schedule. When it is time for a volunteer route, the app will give drivers step-by-step instructions on where to go, who to talk to, and what to pick up. Volunteers expect the entire process to take about an hour and a half from start to finish.

Agency: Kentucky Harvest

Kentucky Harvest is looking for volunteer drivers to pick up excess food from grocery stores, restaurants, and convenience stores and deliver it to one of our various non-profit partners. Volunteers will download the Kentucky Harvest app and select routes that pick their schedule. When it is time for a volunteer route, the app will give drivers step-by-step instructions on where to go, who to talk to, and what to pick up. Volunteers expect the entire process to take about an hour and a half from start to finish.

Agency: Kentucky Harvest

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 40214

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Front Desk Volunteer

Greet clients who come in for food assistance. Use computer database to verify their eligibility. 

Agency: Shively Area Ministries

Greet clients who come in for food assistance. Use computer database to verify their eligibility. 

Agency: Shively Area Ministries

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 40216

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Food Pantry Volunteer

Assist in organizing, assembling and giving out food boxes to  clients in drive through.

Agency: Shively Area Ministries

Assist in organizing, assembling and giving out food boxes to  clients in drive through.

Agency: Shively Area Ministries

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 40216

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Emergency Food Bank Volunteer

By partnering with Dare to Care, Neighborhood House is able to help families stretch their grocery budgets by providing a variety of fresh and nutritious food options. We're one of the only food banks in the west end of Louisville open to the public five days a week. The food bank is open Monday-Friday from 10:00 AM-1:00 PM.


Volunteers will greet guests, assist them as they shop, stock shelves, and help with putting away deliveries.


This is a great opportunity for individuals and groups. If you are a part of a group, please reach out to Alexa at ameza@nhky.org for separate registration

Agency: Neighborhood House, Inc.

By partnering with Dare to Care, Neighborhood House is able to help families stretch their grocery budgets by providing a variety of fresh and nutritious food options. We're one of the only food banks in the west end of Louisville open to the public five days a week. The food bank is open Monday-Friday from 10:00 AM-1:00 PM.


Volunteers will greet guests, assist them as they shop, stock shelves, and help with putting away deliveries.


This is a great opportunity for individuals and groups. If you are a part of a group, please reach out to Alexa at ameza@nhky.org for separate registration

Agency: Neighborhood House, Inc.

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 40212

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Change Today / Change Tomorrow - Feed the West Program

Join Change Today - Change Tomorrow Monday-Thursday from 11 AM to 3 PM to support their free grocery supplemental program. If you have more than ten volunteers, they have several other ways to activate and engage your group outside of their food program.

 The shift from 11am-3pm looks like unloading groceries, sorting groceries, assessing groceries, bagging and preparing groceries or distributing groceries during their pop-ups. Additionally other tasks could be needed. 

Agency: Office of Violence Prevention

Join Change Today - Change Tomorrow Monday-Thursday from 11 AM to 3 PM to support their free grocery supplemental program. If you have more than ten volunteers, they have several other ways to activate and engage your group outside of their food program.

 The shift from 11am-3pm looks like unloading groceries, sorting groceries, assessing groceries, bagging and preparing groceries or distributing groceries during their pop-ups. Additionally other tasks could be needed. 

Agency: Office of Violence Prevention

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Refugee Welcome Teams

A Welcome Team is a group of 5-10 people who assist our case management team with the essential tasks of welcoming a new refugee or immigrant to Louisville. The commitment includes food shopping, furnishing an apartment with donated goods, being present at the airport arrival, and transporting clients to initial appointments.

Agency: Catholic Charities of Louisville

A Welcome Team is a group of 5-10 people who assist our case management team with the essential tasks of welcoming a new refugee or immigrant to Louisville. The commitment includes food shopping, furnishing an apartment with donated goods, being present at the airport arrival, and transporting clients to initial appointments.

Agency: Catholic Charities of Louisville

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 40218

Allow Groups: Teams only


Volunteer: Meals from the Heart - Chef-led Experience

A simple meal can provide significant comfort for families after an exhausting day at the hospital. We invite you to visit us and prepare a hot, delicious dinner for our families with our amazingly talented chef, Chef James.

Experience the excitement of cooking with a professional chef, with the bonus of helping families in need. Whether you’re looking for a team-building activity for colleagues or a fun way to give back with friends and family, our NEW chef-led experience with Chef James is a great way for groups to be part of our mission and serve families. As a Meals from the Heart volunteer, you provide so much more than food. You provide families with a sense of comfort and community.

To participate, groups give a $300 donation to support our meal program.

Dates Available: Sunday -Thursday

Meet Chef James

Chef James graduated with a B.A. in culinary management from the International Culinary School at The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale. He’s been cooking for 14 years and was the Executive Chef at Whiskey Dry by Ed Lee and Sous Chef at Milkwood. Most recently, Chef James served as the Culinary Liaison to The LEE Initiative.

"I am excited to serve and help others serve our guest families. I look forward to assisting you with this in any way I can, and if I can show you a chef trick or two, then that’s all just a bonus."

Our Volunteers LOVE Meals from the Heart!

"Wow! What a fun and meaningful experience I had participating in "Meals from the Heart"! Chef James gave me the confidence I needed to feel comfortable creating a delicious and nutritious meal for the families staying at the House."

"Chef James thoughtfully plans every component of the delicious meal--including extras and adjustments for little ones with dietary needs or specific favorites--so you can be certain everyone will leave feeling nourished."

"Chef James makes this experience extra special given his warm and caring heart focusing on what will bring the most comfort and happiness to the guests. If you enjoy food, learning new skills from an expert, and supporting the community, please learn more about this opportunity."

Agency: Ronald McDonald House Charities of Kentuckiana

A simple meal can provide significant comfort for families after an exhausting day at the hospital. We invite you to visit us and prepare a hot, delicious dinner for our families with our amazingly talented chef, Chef James.

Experience the excitement of cooking with a professional chef, with the bonus of helping families in need. Whether you’re looking for a team-building activity for colleagues or a fun way to give back with friends and family, our NEW chef-led experience with Chef James is a great way for groups to be part of our mission and serve families. As a Meals from the Heart volunteer, you provide so much more than food. You provide families with a sense of comfort and community.

To participate, groups give a $300 donation to support our meal program.

Dates Available: Sunday -Thursday

Meet Chef James

Chef James graduated with a B.A. in culinary management from the International Culinary School at The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale. He’s been cooking for 14 years and was the Executive Chef at Whiskey Dry by Ed Lee and Sous Chef at Milkwood. Most recently, Chef James served as the Culinary Liaison to The LEE Initiative.

"I am excited to serve and help others serve our guest families. I look forward to assisting you with this in any way I can, and if I can show you a chef trick or two, then that’s all just a bonus."

Our Volunteers LOVE Meals from the Heart!

"Wow! What a fun and meaningful experience I had participating in "Meals from the Heart"! Chef James gave me the confidence I needed to feel comfortable creating a delicious and nutritious meal for the families staying at the House."

"Chef James thoughtfully plans every component of the delicious meal--including extras and adjustments for little ones with dietary needs or specific favorites--so you can be certain everyone will leave feeling nourished."

"Chef James makes this experience extra special given his warm and caring heart focusing on what will bring the most comfort and happiness to the guests. If you enjoy food, learning new skills from an expert, and supporting the community, please learn more about this opportunity."

Agency: Ronald McDonald House Charities of Kentuckiana

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 40202

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Bank Street Food Bank

The Bank Street Food Bank, is in need of volunteers to assist with the food pantry. Volunteers are needed to assist with checking expiration dates, building boxes, organizing the donation room, and packing boxes with nonperishable items for weekly distribution to those within the community. 

Agency: Office of Violence Prevention

The Bank Street Food Bank, is in need of volunteers to assist with the food pantry. Volunteers are needed to assist with checking expiration dates, building boxes, organizing the donation room, and packing boxes with nonperishable items for weekly distribution to those within the community. 

Agency: Office of Violence Prevention

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 40212

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: JFCS Food Pantry - Dare to Care Pick Up

JFCS is looking for a reliable volunteer with a pickup truck to pick up orders from Dare to Care (Fern Valley & Poplar Level) and drop it off at JFCS (Bowman Field) on Monday mornings. Please reach out for details! Thank you for considering supporting the vision of JFCS, where all in greater Louisville live with dignity and purpose. 

Agency: Jewish Family & Career Services

JFCS is looking for a reliable volunteer with a pickup truck to pick up orders from Dare to Care (Fern Valley & Poplar Level) and drop it off at JFCS (Bowman Field) on Monday mornings. Please reach out for details! Thank you for considering supporting the vision of JFCS, where all in greater Louisville live with dignity and purpose. 

Agency: Jewish Family & Career Services

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 40205

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Grocery Store Assessment

Introduction to the Grocery Store Assessment Form Welcome Volunteers!

Thank you for dedicating your time and energy to make a positive impact in our community. Your efforts are crucial in helping us understand local grocery store environments better, which in turn helps us advocate for healthy, accessible, and equitable food options for everyone.

Purpose of this Assessment

The Grocery Store Assessment Form is a tool designed to evaluate the quality, affordability, and accessibility of food options available in local grocery stores. Your input will help us generate valuable data that will inform our initiatives, partnership opportunities, and outreach programs.

What You'll Be Doing

As you complete this form, you'll be asked a series of questions about the grocery store you are assessing. These may include:

Availability of fresh produce Quality of meat and dairy products Pricing and discounts Accessibility features (e.g., ramps, wide aisles) Presence of culturally diverse food options Overall cleanliness and customer service Time Commitment

This assessment is expected to take approximately 20-30 minutes of your time. Feel free to take notes or photos as you move through the store to assist you in filling out the form accurately.

Confidentiality

All information collected will remain confidential and will only be used for the purpose of improving the food environments in our community. Specific stores will not be identified in any public reports without their explicit permission.

Your insights are invaluable to us, and we are incredibly grateful for your contribution. Let's work together to make our community a healthier and more equitable place to live!

Please proceed to the assessment questions: https://forms.gle/M9ABGHU7oxxbArNr7 

Thank you for your commitment and support!

The Change Today, Change Tomorrow Team.

Agency: Change Today, Change Tomorrow

Introduction to the Grocery Store Assessment Form Welcome Volunteers!

Thank you for dedicating your time and energy to make a positive impact in our community. Your efforts are crucial in helping us understand local grocery store environments better, which in turn helps us advocate for healthy, accessible, and equitable food options for everyone.

Purpose of this Assessment

The Grocery Store Assessment Form is a tool designed to evaluate the quality, affordability, and accessibility of food options available in local grocery stores. Your input will help us generate valuable data that will inform our initiatives, partnership opportunities, and outreach programs.

What You'll Be Doing

As you complete this form, you'll be asked a series of questions about the grocery store you are assessing. These may include:

Availability of fresh produce Quality of meat and dairy products Pricing and discounts Accessibility features (e.g., ramps, wide aisles) Presence of culturally diverse food options Overall cleanliness and customer service Time Commitment

This assessment is expected to take approximately 20-30 minutes of your time. Feel free to take notes or photos as you move through the store to assist you in filling out the form accurately.

Confidentiality

All information collected will remain confidential and will only be used for the purpose of improving the food environments in our community. Specific stores will not be identified in any public reports without their explicit permission.

Your insights are invaluable to us, and we are incredibly grateful for your contribution. Let's work together to make our community a healthier and more equitable place to live!

Please proceed to the assessment questions: https://forms.gle/M9ABGHU7oxxbArNr7 

Thank you for your commitment and support!

The Change Today, Change Tomorrow Team.

Agency: Change Today, Change Tomorrow

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Saint Vincent de Paul

Open Hand Kitchen

The Open Hand Kitchen at 1026 South Jackson St. serves free meals to shelter clients as well as the poor and working poor in our community.

They are open 365 days a year, serving two nutritious meals each day, at 12 p.m. and 5 p.m. The cafeteria-style dining room offers guests an entrée, vegetables, salad, dessert, bread, and beverage.

St. Vincent de Paul Louisville’s Open Hand Kitchen opened in October 1983 in St. Paul Catholic Church at 1026 South Jackson St. The Open Hand Kitchen relies heavily on dedicated groups of volunteers, who serve two meals a day – at noon for lunch and 5pm for dinner – to anyone in need, no questions asked. Each year, the Open Hand Kitchen serves more than 90,000 meals.

Food Pantry

The Food Pantry is open from 9 a.m. to noon on Tuesdays and Thursdays. It is fully staffed by volunteers and offers canned goods, proteins, pasta, shelf-stable beverages as well as frozen foods including meat, poultry, and fish. Fresh produce is also available year-round. In 2022, with the price of groceries largely increasing, the Food Pantry served an average of more than 650 households monthly.

With support from Dare to Care Food Bank, St. Vincent de Paul’s Food Pantry opened in July 2014, serving residents in one of Louisville’s poorest neighborhoods.

Agency: Office of Violence Prevention

Open Hand Kitchen

The Open Hand Kitchen at 1026 South Jackson St. serves free meals to shelter clients as well as the poor and working poor in our community.

They are open 365 days a year, serving two nutritious meals each day, at 12 p.m. and 5 p.m. The cafeteria-style dining room offers guests an entrée, vegetables, salad, dessert, bread, and beverage.

St. Vincent de Paul Louisville’s Open Hand Kitchen opened in October 1983 in St. Paul Catholic Church at 1026 South Jackson St. The Open Hand Kitchen relies heavily on dedicated groups of volunteers, who serve two meals a day – at noon for lunch and 5pm for dinner – to anyone in need, no questions asked. Each year, the Open Hand Kitchen serves more than 90,000 meals.

Food Pantry

The Food Pantry is open from 9 a.m. to noon on Tuesdays and Thursdays. It is fully staffed by volunteers and offers canned goods, proteins, pasta, shelf-stable beverages as well as frozen foods including meat, poultry, and fish. Fresh produce is also available year-round. In 2022, with the price of groceries largely increasing, the Food Pantry served an average of more than 650 households monthly.

With support from Dare to Care Food Bank, St. Vincent de Paul’s Food Pantry opened in July 2014, serving residents in one of Louisville’s poorest neighborhoods.

Agency: Office of Violence Prevention

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 40203

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Kids Cafe

Volunteers are needed to help serve the hot nutritious daily meals provided by Dare to Care Mon. through Fri. at 4:00.  Volunteers are needed to simply plate food and serve it to the kids. This takes approximately one hour.  If you are interested in signing up one time or for an ongoing shift please contact Tina Hood at thood@bgckyana.org. 

Agency: Boys & Girls Clubs of Kentuckiana

Volunteers are needed to help serve the hot nutritious daily meals provided by Dare to Care Mon. through Fri. at 4:00.  Volunteers are needed to simply plate food and serve it to the kids. This takes approximately one hour.  If you are interested in signing up one time or for an ongoing shift please contact Tina Hood at thood@bgckyana.org. 

Agency: Boys & Girls Clubs of Kentuckiana

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 40218

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Baby Bundle Basket Donations Needed

Resource Sharing is one of our greatest interactions with our community. Please donate anything you can to assist us with servicing more families.

bottles, bibs, blankets, breast feeding supplies, prenatal and postpartum supplies(feminine hygiene pads, nipple balm/cream, witchhazel pads) formula, baby food, diapers, wipes, pacifier, infant socks and onesies

Agency: Play Cousins Collective

Resource Sharing is one of our greatest interactions with our community. Please donate anything you can to assist us with servicing more families.

bottles, bibs, blankets, breast feeding supplies, prenatal and postpartum supplies(feminine hygiene pads, nipple balm/cream, witchhazel pads) formula, baby food, diapers, wipes, pacifier, infant socks and onesies

Agency: Play Cousins Collective

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 40211

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: A-ONE ALL-STARS

To provide guidance, mentorship, coping skills, Health and Wellness, mental and physical education. All through youth structured activities such as Step, Dance, Basketball teams and more. As our mission statement says “A-One CARES”. A-One offers various volunteer opportunities including Books and Basketball, PAL program, which includes mentoring, coaching and arts and crafts, and stocking the food pantry once a week. If you are interested in mentoring at risk youth, or assisting with stocking the food pantry, this opportunity is right for you!

 

*Volunteers for Special Events are Routinely Needed

 C- community

A- academics

R- respect

E- education

S- service

 

To volunteer, please click the "Respond" button below. If you do not already have an account, you will be prompted to create one. OR you can email jacob.hazel@louisvilleky.gov and we will sign you up. 

Agency: Office of Violence Prevention

To provide guidance, mentorship, coping skills, Health and Wellness, mental and physical education. All through youth structured activities such as Step, Dance, Basketball teams and more. As our mission statement says “A-One CARES”. A-One offers various volunteer opportunities including Books and Basketball, PAL program, which includes mentoring, coaching and arts and crafts, and stocking the food pantry once a week. If you are interested in mentoring at risk youth, or assisting with stocking the food pantry, this opportunity is right for you!

 

*Volunteers for Special Events are Routinely Needed

 C- community

A- academics

R- respect

E- education

S- service

 

To volunteer, please click the "Respond" button below. If you do not already have an account, you will be prompted to create one. OR you can email jacob.hazel@louisvilleky.gov and we will sign you up. 

Agency: Office of Violence Prevention

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 40212

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Kroger(Valley Station) Food Donation Pickup

In need of 1 or 2 individuals/couples who can lift up to 35 pounds of donated food from Kroger on Thursdays at 9:30am.  We have a cargo van that you can drive!

Agency: Southwest Community Ministries, Inc.

In need of 1 or 2 individuals/couples who can lift up to 35 pounds of donated food from Kroger on Thursdays at 9:30am.  We have a cargo van that you can drive!

Agency: Southwest Community Ministries, Inc.

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 40258

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Essentials Drive

The single parents at Family Scholar House are in need of diapers and wipes for their little ones, non-perishable pantry items, and household essentials. Organizing a donation drive really help us to collect diapers (even already opened packages, especially sizes 5 & 6, and all pull-up sizes), baby wipes, non-perishable food items such as peanut butter/ canned foods, toiletries and cleaning supplies for our families. 

Agency: Family Scholar House

The single parents at Family Scholar House are in need of diapers and wipes for their little ones, non-perishable pantry items, and household essentials. Organizing a donation drive really help us to collect diapers (even already opened packages, especially sizes 5 & 6, and all pull-up sizes), baby wipes, non-perishable food items such as peanut butter/ canned foods, toiletries and cleaning supplies for our families. 

Agency: Family Scholar House

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 40208

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Client Intake Advocate

As part of the services provided in our program, SPARC Hope Clients must meet certain criteria prior to being accepted into the program. We are looking for volunteers to learn the intake process and then to walk alongside them as an advocate as they work to become a LIFE PLAN client. Some may enter at varying levels of our program services which include:

Resource Assistance Food Assistance Career Coaching

 

As a Client Intake Advocate, you will assist with intake applications and interview preparation for our programs. You will provide encouragement, follow-up with potential clients to move along the process, and provide an ear to listen and hand to hold when needed. It is the goal for every intake to enter the Life Plan program. As an Intake Advocate, you will help them get into our Life Plan program so that they can go on to meet their educational and career goals. 

Agency: Sparc-Hope

As part of the services provided in our program, SPARC Hope Clients must meet certain criteria prior to being accepted into the program. We are looking for volunteers to learn the intake process and then to walk alongside them as an advocate as they work to become a LIFE PLAN client. Some may enter at varying levels of our program services which include:

Resource Assistance Food Assistance Career Coaching

 

As a Client Intake Advocate, you will assist with intake applications and interview preparation for our programs. You will provide encouragement, follow-up with potential clients to move along the process, and provide an ear to listen and hand to hold when needed. It is the goal for every intake to enter the Life Plan program. As an Intake Advocate, you will help them get into our Life Plan program so that they can go on to meet their educational and career goals. 

Agency: Sparc-Hope

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 40243

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Volunteer with Dare to Care Food Bank in Louisville, KY!

Visit our new volunteer website to register for our projects! Dare to Care Food Bank has many ways to get involved and make a difference in our community. All of our volunteer opportunities can be found at https://volunteer.daretocare.org.

Some of our projects include:

helping sort through donated food at our main warehouse packing food into boxes for children in our new Community Kitchen assisting shoppers onsite at our Mobile Market grocery store on wheels distributing food at Mobile Pantries throughout Kentuckiana packing food boxes for low-income senior citizens

Contact Dare to Care directly for more info: 502-966-3821

Agency: Dare to Care Food Bank

Visit our new volunteer website to register for our projects! Dare to Care Food Bank has many ways to get involved and make a difference in our community. All of our volunteer opportunities can be found at https://volunteer.daretocare.org.

Some of our projects include:

helping sort through donated food at our main warehouse packing food into boxes for children in our new Community Kitchen assisting shoppers onsite at our Mobile Market grocery store on wheels distributing food at Mobile Pantries throughout Kentuckiana packing food boxes for low-income senior citizens

Contact Dare to Care directly for more info: 502-966-3821

Agency: Dare to Care Food Bank

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 40228

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Food Pantry Volunteer

Volunteer in our food pantry Monday – Thursday from 1:00 – 4:00pm. Food pantry volunteers assist with stocking and organizing food, assembling food boxes for families, and helping clients with their needs.

Agency: United Crescent Hill Ministires

Volunteer in our food pantry Monday – Thursday from 1:00 – 4:00pm. Food pantry volunteers assist with stocking and organizing food, assembling food boxes for families, and helping clients with their needs.

Agency: United Crescent Hill Ministires

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 40206

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Donation Pick-Up

Donation pick-up volunteers transport food donations to and from various partners including Fresh Market and Kroger. Schedules for drivers are flexible during the daytime on weekdays. Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation needed.

Agency: United Crescent Hill Ministires

Donation pick-up volunteers transport food donations to and from various partners including Fresh Market and Kroger. Schedules for drivers are flexible during the daytime on weekdays. Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation needed.

Agency: United Crescent Hill Ministires

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 40206

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Front Desk Volunteer

 Volunteers assist with administrative duties such as answering the UCHM phone, fielding client questions, and coordinating communication between clients and food pantry volunteers. Shifts are available from 9am – 1pm and 1pm – 4pm.

Agency: United Crescent Hill Ministires

 Volunteers assist with administrative duties such as answering the UCHM phone, fielding client questions, and coordinating communication between clients and food pantry volunteers. Shifts are available from 9am – 1pm and 1pm – 4pm.

Agency: United Crescent Hill Ministires

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 40206

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Help fight Food Insecurity in our community

More people in our community are hungry than ever before.  The pandemic has been unkind at best, devastating at worst, and more people than ever are turning to food banks and other organizations to keep food on their table.   While social distancing still prevents us from gathering in large numbers, we can all make a difference by donating non-perishable food items to these organizations.  Whether you choose to support Dare To Care, the Lords Kitchen, Salvation Army, Wayside Christian Mission, Feed Louisville, your local house of worship or community center, you will be making a difference in people's lives.  

If you wish to participate as a family you can organize a "reverse food drive" in their neighborhood, and all ages can participate!

Step 1. Make flyers explaining what you are doing, why you are collecting food, what your goal is and when you will collect the items.  Ask people to put a bag on their front steps by the designated date and time for you to pick up if they wish to participate.  

Step 2. Put the flyers in mailboxes or in front doors in your neighborhood.

Step 3.  Collect the bags and deliver them to the organization you are supporting.  

Please join us in this effort to fight hunger during the month of April. 

Agency: WE Day Kentucky

More people in our community are hungry than ever before.  The pandemic has been unkind at best, devastating at worst, and more people than ever are turning to food banks and other organizations to keep food on their table.   While social distancing still prevents us from gathering in large numbers, we can all make a difference by donating non-perishable food items to these organizations.  Whether you choose to support Dare To Care, the Lords Kitchen, Salvation Army, Wayside Christian Mission, Feed Louisville, your local house of worship or community center, you will be making a difference in people's lives.  

If you wish to participate as a family you can organize a "reverse food drive" in their neighborhood, and all ages can participate!

Step 1. Make flyers explaining what you are doing, why you are collecting food, what your goal is and when you will collect the items.  Ask people to put a bag on their front steps by the designated date and time for you to pick up if they wish to participate.  

Step 2. Put the flyers in mailboxes or in front doors in your neighborhood.

Step 3.  Collect the bags and deliver them to the organization you are supporting.  

Please join us in this effort to fight hunger during the month of April. 

Agency: WE Day Kentucky

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 40204

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Disaster Action Team Responder

To participate in all DAT program support and capacity building activities necessary to ensure effective service delivery during a DAT response.  

 

Disaster Action Teams provide 24-hour emergency response to local disasters, particularly house fires, ensuring that those affected have access to resources for basic necessities such as food, shelter and clothing. 

This position is responsible for the tasks involved in the Disaster Action Team program including:

Supporting the annual goals, RDO objectives, and regional/chapter plan for DAT services through participation in meetings, projects, and local response activities. Completes all required training and maintains current training standard as DAT program requirements change. Attends regular team meetings and training as required by the region/territory. Completes assigned projects and local response activities according to the needs of the DAT program. (Preparing vehicles, response materials, administrative support of the DAT program and other tasks assigned by the DAT Leader.

Agency: American Red Cross

To participate in all DAT program support and capacity building activities necessary to ensure effective service delivery during a DAT response.  

 

Disaster Action Teams provide 24-hour emergency response to local disasters, particularly house fires, ensuring that those affected have access to resources for basic necessities such as food, shelter and clothing. 

This position is responsible for the tasks involved in the Disaster Action Team program including:

Supporting the annual goals, RDO objectives, and regional/chapter plan for DAT services through participation in meetings, projects, and local response activities. Completes all required training and maintains current training standard as DAT program requirements change. Attends regular team meetings and training as required by the region/territory. Completes assigned projects and local response activities according to the needs of the DAT program. (Preparing vehicles, response materials, administrative support of the DAT program and other tasks assigned by the DAT Leader.

Agency: American Red Cross

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 40202

Allow Groups: No