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Value of volunteer hours!
Meals = 1 Volunteer Hour
Find the Volunteer Opportunity That Fits You
Whether you’re volunteering on your own, with a group, through work, or completing community service hours, we’ll help you find the right next step.
Food Sorting, Packing & Distribution
Sort, pack and distribute rescued food, helping nourish neighbors throughout Ventura County.
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Browse Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities
Find and register for shifts that fit your schedule. This calendar is powered by CERVIS volunteer management.
Ongoing Volunteer Roles
These recurring opportunities are available week after week — a great way to build a habit of giving back.
Produce Packing
Join us to pack fresh, nutritious produce boxes for distribution to our Ventura County neighbors.
Rescue Food Sorting
Help sort, inspect, and organize donated food while supporting Food Share’s mission to end hunger in Ventura County.
Emergency Food Box Packing
Pack emergency food boxes that provide nutritious meals for neighbors facing hunger in Ventura County.
Volunteer as a Group
Groups of 5 to 150 can volunteer together for 2–3 hours at Food Share. Companies, schools, clubs, faith groups, and community organizations are invited to strengthen team connections while helping feed Ventura County.
Group Volunteer Request
Need to Complete Court Hours or Community Service?
Before signing up for a volunteer shift, please complete our intake form so our team can review your request and confirm next steps.
Volunteer Matches
Many companies offer volunteer grants, often called “Dollars for Doers,” which provide a financial match for the hours you spend volunteering with Food Share of Ventura County. Organizations like Bank of America, for example, allow employees to earn grants of up to $1,000 per year by logging their volunteer time. Because Food Share can provide multiple meals for every $1 donated, a match for just a few hours of sorting, packing, or distributing food can significantly amplify your impact on neighbors facing food insecurity across Ventura County.
To participate, use the search tool above to see if your employer turns your volunteer hours into a monetary donation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can volunteer at Food Share?
Anyone 12 years and older can volunteer! Volunteers under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Do I need to sign up in advance?
Yes. All volunteers must register in advance through our online volunteer portal.
What will I be doing as a volunteer?
Tasks vary by shift and may include sorting and packing food, assembling boxes or bags, and helping at food distributions. There is a description of activities when you register, and training will be provided on arrival.
What should I wear?
Closed-toe shoes are required. Dress comfortably with clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty, and be ready to work in a warehouse or outdoor environment. Layers are recommended.
Do you offer community service hours?
Yes! Food Share is happy to verify volunteer hours for school and clubs after your shift is completed. For court-mandated service, please email Lupita Rodriguez grodriguez@foodshare.com
How long are volunteer shifts?
Most shifts are 2–3 hours, though times can vary depending on the project or event.
Can groups volunteer together?
Absolutely! We welcome corporate, school, faith-based, and community groups. Group leaders should contact us in advance to schedule.
Do I need special skills or training?
No experience is needed—just a willingness to help and lift the required weight per volunteer description. We’ll provide all the training and guidance you need during your shift.
Have questions about volunteering? We’ve got answers!
Email us at volunteer@foodshare.com
Spotlight on Service!
Stories from the people who make our mission possible every day.
A Decade of Compassion in Action – Kim
What keeps someone coming back to volunteer for over a decade? For Kim Dallape, it’s simple: people. Kim has been volunteering with Food Share since 2014, showing up month after...
17 Years of Showing Up – Jerry
For the past 17 years, Jerry Mendelsohn has been a familiar face at Food Share — packing produce boxes in the warehouse, helping distribute food at College Park, and supporting...
Volunteer Spotlight – Dave Orr
Dave Orr, a volunteer who runs Food Share's gleaning program, is passionate about saving crops from being wasted. "We are so lucky to live in an area with abundant fresh...
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Read the latest volunteer updates, stories, and behind-the-scenes moments.
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Your time helps provide food, hope, and support for neighbors across Ventura County.
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