Volunteer Opportunity Descriptions
Repack (year-round):
Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank distributes 2.2 million pounds of groceries a month, a feat that could never be accomplished without the hard work of hundreds of volunteers. If you are in search of a fun group project for your organization, or looking to spend some extra time volunteering individually, repack is the place for you. Volunteers will assist our repack team in inspecting; sorting and repacking donated, as well as purchased groceries in our warehouse. Projects vary daily depending on our inventory. Groups can schedule for a whole or half-day volunteer event, be sure to ask for details when you contact us! Contact the Volunteer Coordinator for more information at (412) 460-3663, ext. 301.
Produce to People (year-round):
Help Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank distribute fresh fruit and vegetables, as well as other grocery items, at our weekly Saturday and bimonthly Thursday evening distributions. By attending a direct distribution, you will experience a powerful, introspective glimpse into the food insecurity that exists in our very own communities. This eye-opening volunteer experience places volunteers in a rewarding position as they help the Food Bank directly fight hunger. Together we will distribute up to 30,000 pounds of food to families in need. Volunteers are needed to help unload product from trucks, set up the distribution line, distribute items to the recipients and help elderly individuals carry their groceries. It is a volunteer experience that you won’t want to miss. Contact the Volunteer Coordinator for more information at (412) 460-3663, ext. 301.
Special Events (year-round):
Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank coordinates and supports a unique variety of special events throughout the year. From the Annual Pittsburgh Blues Festival to the Penguins Foundation Assist Raffle, hundreds of volunteers are needed to ensure the success of various events. If you’d like to receive alerts regarding upcoming special event volunteer opportunities, sign-up for our special events email campaign. Special Events are a great option for those with limited time to give back!
Gleaning (July - November):
Enjoy a few hours on a working farm while helping feed hungry people in our region. Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank needs your help to glean, or harvest, fresh fruits and vegetables at local family farms. Gleans last about 3 hours, and take place weekdays, Saturdays, and weekday evenings from July through November. The Food Bank provides training, tools, water and snacks- all you need is transportation to the farm.
We glean at farms near Cranberry, Mars, Wexford, Evans City, Gibsonia, Butler, Beaver Falls, Bridgeville, and even Indiana County-so there's sure to be a farm convenient for you! We welcome individuals, families with children ages 7+, or groups ages 12+.
Ready to get out in the fields? Sign up for the volunteer email list and include gleaning as an interest. We'll send you alerts when the crops are ready to be picked. For more information about our Gleaning program, visit the Urban Agriculture page.
Volunteer Age Requirements:
Age 4+ (w/adult):
Fall Food Share Food Drive
Age 7+ (w/adult):
Gleaning
Age 12+ (w/adult): Repack, Clerical, Produce to People, Some Food Drives
Age 15+: Empty Bowls
Age 18+: Blues Festival
