The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts relies on the support of volunteers for food sorting, events, farm tasks, and special opportunities on an as-needed basis.
After registering in our volunteer system and filling out a waiver, all new volunteers must watch our Food Safety Basics OR Farm Orientation video before their first shift.
Food Sorting Volunteers are our greatest volunteer need, as they assist us with sorting donated food at our warehouse in Chicopee. Participants must be 16 years of age or older, and shifts are generally available Monday through Friday mornings from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., and Monday through Thursday afternoons from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Farm Volunteers are needed seasonally from April to November. Details regarding tasks and available shifts for 2025 will be available in the early spring.
Event and Special Opportunity Volunteers are called for as-needed, and can assist with a variety of tasks from event registration to office support.
If you have further questions please contact Alison Sjoberg at alisons@foodbankwma.org.
Volunteer Training Videos
Resources for college students
See our list of college-run pantries and SNAP eligibility information.
