Feeding America Volunteers at Food Banks
Volunteer
Thank you for your interest in helping us to solve hunger! We have a wide variety of volunteer opportunities at our Milwaukee and Appleton food bank s . We welcome individuals, families, corporate, and social groups.
Things to Know
- Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds.
- Must wear closed-toe shoes.
- Must coordinate their own transportation.
- Must be at least 10 years old.
- Youth, ages 10-13, must be accompanied by their parent or guardian.
- Groups of school-age youth (schools, clubs, churches, etc.) require one adult chaperone for every 7-10 volunteers.
- All volunteers under 18 must have a parent or guardian initial and sign their liability waivers.
Court Ordered Community Service Policy: Applicants need to be approved. Please contact us (emails for each location below) to register. We do not work with volunteers whose court-ordered community service is related to violent crimes, sexual assault, or theft.
Due to the nature of working with mostly donated foods, volunteer projects are not always guaranteed to come in on time or at all. Volunteer shifts may need to be shortened or rescheduled if projects are completed or unavailable. We will make every effort to provide a two-week notice if volunteer shifts will need to be rescheduled.
Volunteer Opportunities with Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin
Group Opportunities
We welcome small groups of 20 or less during our regular weekday shifts. The Volunteer Engagement T eam will work with group leaders to determine availability for larger groups .
Appleton Food Sorting
Participate in a packaging, labeling, or sorting project at our Appleton facility, 2911 W. Evergreen Drive.
All Appleton Volunteer Opportunities
In addition to food sorting, Appleton area volunteers can also donate their time to help with special events and other off-site community service opportunities.
Milwaukee Food Sorting
Volunteer projects can range from labeling canned goods, sorting meat products, or boxing fresh produce at our Milwaukee facility, 1700 W. Fond du Lac Avenue.
Pick 'n Save Donation Processing
Donate your time to assist processing new donations to Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin from our friends at Pick 'n Save!
All Milwaukee Volunteer Opportunities
In addition to food sorting and processing Kroger donations, Milwaukee area volunteers can help with special events and leading groups.
Where to Go
Our Milwaukee food bank is located off of I-43
Get Directions
Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin
1700 W. Fond du Lac Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53205
Our Appleton Food Bank is located off of I-41
Get Directions
Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin
2911 W. Evergreen Drive
Appleton, WI 54913
What if I have more questions?
Volunteer Voices
Here's what some of our regular volunteers have to say about volunteering at Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin:
"The staff and other volunteers I have met and become friends with are outstanding. The work is very rewarding – I feel that I am making at least a small difference during this difficult time. And an additional plus – it's great exercise – I've dropped ten pounds!"
"It really makes a difference when you feel connected to what you plan on helping with. It's great to get nutritious foods out to people in need that will help them make a complete meal. When I saw the Appleton food bank start to be built, it appealed to me as a place where I can go and really be productive."
"Watching some of the long-term volunteers who put in daily effort into their volunteer activities are inspirational in keeping going. Volunteers like Mike and Abbie pitch in daily to help the various pantries that count on Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin to supply food to those in need. I volunteer my time, but I get more back in return. Helping out has been an easy decision."
"I like to know that I'm part of the solution. Volunteering helps my mind, body, and soul, keeps me strong and stimulated, and makes me feel good."
Source: https://feedingamericawi.org/get-involved/volunteer/
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