ALIVE! Food Program Volunteer Opportunities

All Food Program volunteers must be scheduled in advance with the Food Director, Ann Patterson, apatterson@alive-inc.org. Not all activities are suitable for groups, especially large groups.

Food Program

RoleDescription
Food RecoveryPick up donated food from local organizations, stores and/or restaurants. Must have own vehicle or ability to drive ALIVE!’s 16’ box truck.
SortersDate check, sort, and pack donated food to be distributed to ALIVE!’s community partners.
Home Delivery PackersCustom pack groceries M-F 9am – noon, for home delivery clients at ALIVE! warehouse. Requires training and commitment to a standing schedule.
Home Delivery DriversDeliver groceries to ALIVE!’s home delivery clients beginning at noon, M-F. Must have own vehicle. Requires commitment to a standing schedule.
Family Assistance DeskProcess home delivery and financial assistance requests for ALIVE!’s Family Assistance program, M-F 8:30am – 12:30pm. Must be computer proficient. Requires training and commitment to a standing schedule. Bi-lingual Spanish is helpful.