Volunteer
Volunteer with us and make a real difference in your community. Help sort, package, and distribute food to those in need. Your time and effort directly impact families facing hunger. Sign up today and experience the rewarding feeling of giving back.
Upcoming Individual Volunteer Opportunities
Sign up for a volunteer shift today!
Schedule by VolunteerHub
Interested in volunteering but want more info or help in signing up? Fill out this form for help.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I become a volunteer?
Becoming a volunteer is easy! Follow these steps:
1️⃣ Click on the city name above where you would like to volunteer.
2️⃣ Then click “Create Account” on the top right.
3️⃣ Create your account on Volunteerhub.
4️⃣ View the available shifts and sign up for whichever work for your schedule! (If you want to see the shifts without signing up, see this page for the current list.)
Please note: upon arrival, you’ll receive a brief orientation and get any other questions answered!
What do volunteers do at Second Harvest?
There are several ways you can help:
Kitchen – prep and plate meals
Warehouse – sort and pack food
Mobile Market – set up and help run the grocery
Admin – various clerical duties
Events – set up and help serve food and drinks
Garden – weeding, planting, and harvesting
Distributions – help provide packed food boxes to seniors
Is there an age restriction? Are chaperones required?
We have opportunities for volunteers starting at age 9. Please see specific shifts for age requirements.
All volunteers age 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Chaperone requirements for youth groups vary location and shift, please contact getinvolved@no-hunger.org for more info.
All youth volunteers must complete and return the youth Permission Slip and Liability Waiver
*All age requirements are strictly enforced to ensure the safety and productivity of our volunteers.*
My child or youth group is too young to volunteer, are there other opportunities?
Yes! We encourage youth individuals or groups to do a Food and Fund Drive. Groups are welcome to schedule a time for a visit to Second Harvest to deliver their donations. A member of our Volunteer Services team is happy to give your group a tour of the warehouse to help you learn more about hunger and Second Harvest Food Bank.
I have questions about booking a group, who should I talk to?
A group is considered 4 or more people.
For groups in New Orleans, please email getinvolved@no-hunger.org
For groups in Lafayette or Lake Charles, please email Niah McGrew nmcgrew@no-hunger.org
All group volunteer shifts must be scheduled in advance.
*Please allow 48 hours for volunteer services to respond
Can I do my court appointed community service hours at Second Harvest?
Yes, we accept court appointed volunteers with non-violent offenses.
For New Orleans
Second Harvest Community Service Process
• Schedule mandatory orientation for this program (held every Tuesday at 11am)
• Create a volunteer account
• Start reserving Community Service Volunteer shifts
Individual approval is required.
For more information, please email getinvolved@no-hunger.org or call 504-729-2850.
For Lafayette
Individual approval is required. Please contact Niah McGrew at Nmcgrew@no-hunger.org or 337-224-3401 to schedule mandatory orientation and registration. Minimum age: 18
*Please allow 48 hours for volunteer services to respond
I am already a registered volunteer. How do I sign up for shifts?
Once you have completed the application and your registration has been accepted, you can start signing up for volunteer opportunities!
•Click on the city name above to log in to the online calendar.
•Sign up for shifts that match your schedule.
It’s that easy!
I have another question, who should I talk to?
*Please allow 48 hours for volunteer services to respond
If you are located in New Orleans, please contact getinvolved@no-hunger.org
If you are located in Lafayette or Lake Charles, please contact Niah McGrew at nmcgrew@no-hunger.org or 337-224-3401
