Our vision is a Mississauga where everyone is food secure.
Bring your team of up to 20 people to support neighbours facing food insecurity with a food sorting volunteer shift!
About the opportunity
Rally your community and join us for a tour, learn more about Food Banks Mississauga and our programs, the urgent need our neighbours continue to face, and the leadership role we play in our network.
Please note that you are required to create a fundraising page as a Hunger Warrior in order to volunteer as a community group. Check out our toolkit for step-by-step instructions on how to get started and set up your fundraiser. Plus, creative ideas for events, outreach and more to make your fundraiser a success!
Your contribution will support us and our network of 60+ food programs that serve almost 49,000 food bank visitors every year. Thank you for your generosity and willingness to make a difference.
Shifts are subject to cancellation due to availability of food donations to sort.
Responsibilities
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Sort food donations according to best before dates, package integrity, and food type to prepare them to be distributed to neighbours through our network, and inspect and package food donations to ensure they meet health and safety requirements.
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Build, pack, label, scan, and stack food boxes, and recycle packaging materials, bale cardboard, etc.
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Clean up the food sorting area with fellow volunteers at the end of the shift.
Qualifications
Continually initiate standardized infomediaries and efficient services.
Time Commitment
One 2.5-3 hour shift
Available Shifts
Weekdays with morning and afternoon options
Location
Food Banks Mississauga, 4544 Eastgate Pkwy, Mississauga ON, L4W 3W6
Start the application process today! We look forward to welcoming you.
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Submit the application form using the button below. Our Community Partnerships Coordinator will review your submission within the next three business days.
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Upon approval, you will receive an email outlining the next steps, including access to available volunteer opportunities and the ability to request shifts.
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Once your shift is confirmed, your team will receive email confirmation and further information to help you and your team get ready for your volunteer shift!
Shifts are subject to cancellation due to availability of food donations to sort.