Volunteer Opportunities
We have moved to a new location. Our new address is:
2504 Lynch Road, Evansville, IN 47711
2504 Lynch Road, Evansville, IN 47711
VolunteerVolunteering is a work of HEART. Become a part of the team that feeds over 112,000 Tri-State residents each year! Volunteer opportunities for individuals (8 yrs & older) and groups (5+ people) are available.
Please click the "SignUp" button below to find out which volunteer positions are needed and sign up. Questions about Volunteering? Contact: Mardi File, Development Coordinator (812) 303-3590 devcoordinator@tristatefoodbank.org |
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Sign Up to Volunteer
Please click the "SignUp" button below to select an available volunteer opportunity and sign up. Volunteers are required to sign up online or by phone at (812) 303-3590 prior to their volunteer shift.
Frequently Asked Questions
what will i be doing?
We have a variety of volunteer activities available!
Weekend Backpack Program: Staff and volunteers pack child-friendly food items such as cereal, fruit cups, shelf-stable milk, and more into plastic bags during months school is in session. These bags then go to schools and agencies who disburse them to children at the end of each week. A great opportunity for groups!
Sorting and Labeling Food Items: Outside food donations from local businesses & food drives must be inspected, sorted, and repackaged for distribution.
Food for Seniors: A federal program provides food to seniors who need assistance. Volunteers are needed to pack food boxes each month.
Volunteer “Blitzes”: Typically the first and third Saturdays of each month, excluding holidays, are our Volunteer Blitz days. Events vary - volunteers could be assembling BackPacks, boxing senior meals, labeling "shiners", or various other activities, depending on what needs to be done! Volunteer Blitzes are from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. For a current list of volunteer openings and Volunteer Blitz dates, check out our SignUp page here.
General Cleaning: It’s important that our facility maintain a high level of cleanliness – it keeps the food safe! Sweeping, mopping, dusting and emptying trash are extremely important jobs in both our warehouse and office building.
Office: Occasionally there is a need for help with bulk mailing, data entry, filing and special projects such as folding mail and stuffing envelopes for mailing.
Special Events: We have special events throughout the year (outside of office hours) that require volunteer help such as food drives, the annual Mac & Cheese Festival, our Christmas Giveaway, Ham & Turkey drives, the annual Stamp Out Hunger food drive, and many more!
Weekend Backpack Program: Staff and volunteers pack child-friendly food items such as cereal, fruit cups, shelf-stable milk, and more into plastic bags during months school is in session. These bags then go to schools and agencies who disburse them to children at the end of each week. A great opportunity for groups!
Sorting and Labeling Food Items: Outside food donations from local businesses & food drives must be inspected, sorted, and repackaged for distribution.
Food for Seniors: A federal program provides food to seniors who need assistance. Volunteers are needed to pack food boxes each month.
Volunteer “Blitzes”: Typically the first and third Saturdays of each month, excluding holidays, are our Volunteer Blitz days. Events vary - volunteers could be assembling BackPacks, boxing senior meals, labeling "shiners", or various other activities, depending on what needs to be done! Volunteer Blitzes are from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. For a current list of volunteer openings and Volunteer Blitz dates, check out our SignUp page here.
General Cleaning: It’s important that our facility maintain a high level of cleanliness – it keeps the food safe! Sweeping, mopping, dusting and emptying trash are extremely important jobs in both our warehouse and office building.
Office: Occasionally there is a need for help with bulk mailing, data entry, filing and special projects such as folding mail and stuffing envelopes for mailing.
Special Events: We have special events throughout the year (outside of office hours) that require volunteer help such as food drives, the annual Mac & Cheese Festival, our Christmas Giveaway, Ham & Turkey drives, the annual Stamp Out Hunger food drive, and many more!
what are your volunteer days and hours?
We need volunteers year-round, both in our warehouse and in our office. Our volunteer shifts are:
Weekdays
Weekdays
- Mon-Fri, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Mon-Fri, 1:00 pm - 4:15 pm
- Sat, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
will i need to be present for the entire volunteer shift?
No, you do not need to be present for the entire volunteer shift. However, for our scheduling purposes, we do ask that you commit to at least 90 minutes of volunteer work.
what are the volunteer age requirements?
- Minimum Volunteer Age - with a parent or guardian present: 8 years old
- Minimum Volunteer Age - without a parent or guardian present: 15 years old
*Volunteers ages 15-17 must have written consent from a parent or guardian.
what should i wear?
- A face mask that covers your nose and mouth. For the safety of our volunteers amid the coronavirus pandemic, face masks are required in the volunteer center and volunteer waiting area. If you do not have a face mask, a disposable face mask will be provided.
- Close-toed shoes. No flip-flops or sandals are permitted.
what should i do if this is my first time volunteering?
- Print and complete the volunteer application below, and bring it with you on your volunteer day.
- If you do not have access to a printer, we will have some copies of this application available for you to fill out before your volunteer shift begins.
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what should i do when i arrive?
- Follow the signs to the volunteer center parking area.
We are located at 2504 Lynch Road, Evansville, IN 47711 - Check in with our Office Assistant, Kimberly Thomas to get signed in.
- Lockers are provided for volunteers. If desired, you may store your belongings inside of a locker and bring the key with you into the volunteer center.
Are food and beverages allowed in the volunteer center?
No. Food and beverages are not allowed inside the volunteer center.
However, food and beverages are welcome in the volunteer waiting area outside of the volunteer center. Free water is provided by our volunteer supervisor. We also have a soft drink vending machine in the volunteer waiting area.
However, food and beverages are welcome in the volunteer waiting area outside of the volunteer center. Free water is provided by our volunteer supervisor. We also have a soft drink vending machine in the volunteer waiting area.
how can i schedule a group volunteer day for (5 or more) people from my business or organization?
Please contact our Development Coordinator, Mardi File at:
(812) 303-3590
devcoordinator@tristatefoodbank.org
(812) 303-3590
devcoordinator@tristatefoodbank.org
what if i need my volunteer hours to be tracked for community service purposes?
Please contact our Office Assistant, Kimberly Thomas:
(812) 303-3585
office@tristatefoodbank.org
(812) 303-3585
office@tristatefoodbank.org
Who should I contact if i have other questions?
Please contact our Development Coordinator, Mardi File at:
(812) 303-3590
devcoordinator@tristatefoodbank.org
(812) 303-3590
devcoordinator@tristatefoodbank.org
how do i sign up?
Click the button below to view our volunteer opportunities and sign up.
COVID-19 NOTICE: To ensure your safety and that of other volunteers, staff and the community, please review the following questions before your volunteer shift.
- - Have you traveled outside of the United States in the last 14 days, including a cruise to any destination?
- - Have you experienced any respiratory symptoms such as congestion, cough, sore throat or fever in the last 72 hours?
- - Have you had any contact with someone who has recently tested positive for novel coronavirus (COVID-19)?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, we ask that you refrain from volunteering for at least 14 days.
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EVERY DONATION HELPS
put food on the table for a family in need.
$10 = 70 Meals
put food on the table for a family in need.
$10 = 70 Meals
