VOLUNTEER
Share your time, talents and generosity to help our food bank end hunger.
Volunteers Fuel Our Hunger Relief
So much of our food bank operations rely on the time, talents and generosity of volunteers. From food sorting and packing to client assistance and skill-based projects, volunteers serve side-by-side with our employees as we work together to end hunger.
Every day, you’ll find volunteers busy readying food for the community from inside our Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, volunteer center, assisting low-income households with SNAP applications and senior food boxes, and bringing expert knowledge to special strategic projects
How Much Do Our Volunteers Contribute?
35,597 Volunteer Visits
To support our mission.
71,371 Hours
Of time and energy were donated.
34 Employees
The work of our volunteers equates to 34 full-time employees.
Ways to Volunteer
Find the opportunity that feels right for you, and click to learn more. We can't wait for you to join us in ending hunger together!
Food Sorting and Packing
Sign Up for a Shift in Brooklyn Park. We welcome individuals and groups ages 8 and older to help pack various food items.
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Ongoing Opportunities
Increase Your Engagement. Share your time and skill on a regular basis, with a minimum commitment of three months.
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Group Volunteers
Bring a group to pack food. Sign up two or more people for a volunteer food packing and sorting shift in Brooklyn Park.
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Youth Volunteers
Get Kids Involved. Kids ages 8 and up can volunteer at our food bank. See how it works and chaperone requirements.
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Pro Bono Projects
Use Your Professional Expertise. Help various departments add capacity, expand skillsets and work efficiently.
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Help your visit go smoothly by reviewing these frequently asked questions and health and safety guidelines before you arrive. You can also contact us at volunteer@2harvest.org or 651-282-0901.
Mobile Distribution Pilot
Pro Bono Volunteers Help Advance
We are fortunate to have the support of many individuals and corporate partners who share their expertise through pro bono volunteer projects. Pro bono volunteers from all professions are contributing to Second Harvest Heartland’s mission of “ending hunger together”. Read how one pro bono volunteer spearheaded a pilot program.
How Students are Partnering for Good
Creative Partnerships
Every semester, University of St. Thomas students are partnering with Second Harvest Heartland on skilled strategic projects that enhance our work. Learn about how students are leveraging their learning for good through course collaborations.