Volunteer

Give your time, host a drive, and help feed thousands of neighbors.

LEND A HAND

A few hours helps feed a whole county.

Caring individuals help us provide food to thousands of neighbors. Whether you have a single morning or a standing weekly shift, your time makes a direct difference.

Sort, pack, and organize donated food
Support pantry distribution and the Mobile Farmers Market
Help at signature events throughout the year

Call 209.464.7369 or email us to get started. Gloves are available and masks are optional. We can't wait to see you!

Ways to Volunteer Host a food drive

FIND YOUR FIT

Ways to Volunteer

However much time you have, there's a meaningful way to help.

Groups

Businesses, families, service clubs, faith groups and teams are welcome. Group volunteer opportunities require a minimum 3 - hour commitment. Tell us about your group by completing our Interest Form.

Group interest form

Student Community Service Hours

Need community service hours? Students ages 14 – 17 are invited to volunteer. Flexible shifts are available Monday – Friday between 7 a.m. and 2 p.m. All volunteers under 18 must have a signed parent or guardian waiver before volunteering.

Schedule your hours

Individuals and Court Appointed Service (ages 18+)

Join us Monday – Friday to sort, pack and distribute food. A minimum commitment of 4 hours is required. Complete the EFB Volunteer Form to get started.

Individual form

Health & nutrition

Volunteer with
Food as Medicine

Support our team with programs that promote health and wellness across San Joaquin County:

Mobile Farmers Market: assist Nutrition Educators at one of our 80 sites offering fresh produce, cooking demos, and nutrition education.
Community Events: help at resource fairs, health clinics, produce distributions, school activities, and family events.
Food as Medicine: work directly with clients managing chronic illnesses through hands-on nutrition education. Ideal for students pursuing RD, health education, public health, or community nutrition careers - volunteers receive a certificate of completion.
Education Center Support: help with data entry, video production, and other program needs.

Be part of the day

Volunteer at a Food Bank event

Our volunteers make every event possible - and these signature events happen around the same dates every year. We'd love your help.

Annual Emergency Food Bank volunteer events with approximate dates and sign-up links
Date	Event	Sign Up
Nov. 21–23	Stuff the Bus Three-day food and funds drive.	Volunteer
Nov. 25	Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway Holiday meals for families.	Volunteer
Nov. 27	Run & Walk Against Hunger Our signature run/walk.	Volunteer
Dec. 23	Holiday Turkey Giveaway A festive December meal for families.	Volunteer

Your time and energy make a difference - thank you for supporting your community!

BRING YOUR COMMUNITY

Host a Food Drive

Food drives are a powerful way for schools, businesses, and faith communities to fight hunger and to improve nutrition together. Your help truly makes a difference.

Start a Food Drive Or Give Funds

Have questions? Contact John at 209.464.7369 ext. 1011 or jscace@stocktonfoodbank.org