How to Help : Volunteer

Volunteers play a critical role in ending hunger by giving their time and talent to support The Greater Boston Food Bank. Last year, more than 14,000 volunteers worked a total of 40,000 hours, a contribution worth more than $800,000.

Most volunteers work in our warehouse, inspecting, sorting, and packing food and grocery products. While a few tasks require the ability to lift a 30-pound box, most tasks require the ability to stand and inspect products for 2 - 3 hours. We can take individuals and groups of up to 50 people per shift. Groups of five or more people must be scheduled ahead of time.

• Volunteering at GBFB

  Some quick facts and guidelines that go along with volunteering.

• Individual

  Make a difference as part of our volunteer team. Please pre-register by filling out an individual application form and join us.

• Groups

  Any group larger than five people can schedule a time to come in and lend a hand. We can accommodate up to 50 volunteers at a time.

• Schools

  Foster a sense of community in your school by bringing in a group that can learn about fighting hunger, and how they can help.

• Kids Who Care

  Be part of a volunteer effort that's helping to end hunger among children in our communities, while teaching them about healthy food.

• Nally Awards

  The Nally Award recognizes outstanding young volunteers who are taking action against hunger.