Opportunities From: Yolo Food Bank

Join us out at the farm and dig into something fresh, literally! We're looking for passionate volunteers to help us harvest tomatillos and pumpkins. Whether you're a seasoned volunteer or a first time volunteer, your hands can help grow something bigger than a harvest.

By contributing your time, you'll help support our Harvest Program which:

expands access to culturally relevant foods that are often hard to find or afford in traditional marketsconnects diverse communities with Yolo County farmers and the environment in a meaningful wayincreases food access across our community by distributing local, fresh produce to those who need it most

What to Expect:

you'll harvest the produce from the vines  - expect some bending and kneelingall harvest tools and supplies are provided by YFByou'll work alongside friendly staff and volunteers in a relaxed, supportive environmentno experience necessary - just a willingness to lend a hand and enjoy the outdoorsTomatillos: September 11, 13, 18 and 25Pumpkins: September 20 and 27

How to Prepare:

certain crops may cause skin irritation so we recommend that you wear a long sleeve top and pants for safety, closed toed shoes are required at all volunteer eventshydration is key - please bring a reusable water bottle 

Additional Map for Directions:

Please arrive no later than 5 minutes late! Our staff will meet you at the check in area and guide you to the field. 

Lend a hand or two and help distribute fresh groceries to our community members! Upon arrival, clients will proceed in a line through a series of tables, or “stations” that have been set up by volunteers. 

Sorting, Packing, and Clean-up: Volunteers working in the food stations will help unload boxes of food from pallets and sort them into categories of produce, dairy, meat, etc. Once the food has been sorted and inspected, volunteers will pack a variety of these items into bags. Volunteers will also help replenish the pre-packed items on the tables with any overstock available on remaining pallets of food. Once the last client has been served, volunteers will also help with the clean up of the distribution area.

*Please bring water in a reusable water bottle. Water will be available to refill your bottle when needed.

Through the Private Community Food Distribution program, Yolo Food Bank, along with several community partners, provides free food deliveries to senior, homebound, and mobility-restricted individuals throughout Yolo County. Winters residents need your help!

We are seeking highly motivated volunteers who would like to deliver a box of produce and a bag of shelf stable items to neighbors in need! Volunteer drivers will pick up food boxes and/or bags along with their own unique delivery route from the Yolo Food Bank facility at 233 Harter Avenue, Woodland, CA, 95776. You will be assigned up to 15 addresses which can take up to 2 hours to deliver.

Requirements:

Must use your own vehicle Must have a valid drivers license *You will need to upload a photo for verification** Must wear closed toes shoes Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds

Note: This opportunity is perfect for volunteers to work in pairs! If 2 volunteers would like to do the same route together, have one person sign up as a "Passenger" here.

Through the Private Community Food Distribution program, Yolo Food Bank, along with several community partners, provides free food deliveries to senior, homebound, and mobility-restricted individuals throughout Yolo County. Esparto residents need your help!

We are seeking highly motivated volunteers who would like to deliver a box of produce and a bag of shelf stable items to neighbors in need! Volunteer drivers will pick up food boxes and/or bags along with their own unique delivery route from the Yolo Food Bank facility at 233 Harter Avenue, Woodland, CA, 95776. You will be assigned up to 8 addresses which can take up to 2 hours to deliver. 

Requirements:

Must use your own vehicle Must have a valid drivers license *You will need to upload a photo for verification** Must wear closed toes shoes Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds

Note: This opportunity is perfect for volunteers to work in pairs! If 2 volunteers would like to do the same route together, have one person sign up as a "Passenger" here.

Through the Private Community Food Distribution program, Yolo Food Bank, along with several community partners, provides free food deliveries to senior, homebound, and mobility-restricted individuals throughout Yolo County. Davis residents need your help!

We are seeking highly motivated volunteers who would like to deliver a box of produce and a bag of shelf stable items to neighbors in need! Volunteer drivers will pick up food boxes and/or bags along with their own unique delivery route from the Yolo Food Bank facility at 233 Harter Avenue, Woodland, CA, 95776. You will be assigned up to 15 addresses which can take up to 2 hours to deliver.

Requirements:

Must use your own vehicle Must have a valid drivers license *You will need to upload a photo for verification** Must wear closed toes shoes Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds

Note: This opportunity is perfect for volunteers to work in pairs! If 2 volunteers would like to do the same route together, have one person sign up as a "Passenger" here.

Through the Private Community Food Distribution program, Yolo Food Bank, along with several community partners, provides free food deliveries to senior, homebound, and mobility-restricted individuals throughout Yolo County. Woodland residents need your help!

We are seeking highly motivated volunteers who would like to deliver a box of produce and a bag of shelf stable items to neighbors in need! Volunteer drivers will pick up food boxes and/or bags along with their own unique delivery route from the Yolo Food Bank facility at 233 Harter Avenue, Woodland, CA, 95776. You will be assigned up to 15 addresses which can take up to 2 hours to deliver.

Requirements:

Must use your own vehicle Must have a valid drivers license *You will need to upload a photo for verification** Must wear closed toes shoes Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds

Note: This opportunity is perfect for volunteers to work in pairs! If 2 volunteers would like to do the same route together, have one person sign up as a "Passenger" here.

 

Through the Private Community Food Distribution program, Yolo Food Bank, along with several community partners, provides free food deliveries to senior, homebound, and mobility-restricted individuals throughout Yolo County. Yolo residents need your help!

We are seeking highly motivated volunteers who would like to deliver a box of produce and a bag of shelf stable items to neighbors in need! Volunteer drivers will pick up food boxes and/or bags along with their own unique delivery route from the Yolo Food Bank facility at 233 Harter Avenue, Woodland, CA, 95776. You will be assigned up to 15 addresses which can take up to 2 hours to deliver.

Requirements:

Must use your own vehicle Must have a valid drivers license *You will need to upload a photo for verification** Must wear closed toes shoes Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds

Lend a hand or two and help distribute fresh groceries to our community members! Upon arrival, community members will proceed in a line through a series of tables, or “stations” that have been set up by volunteers. 

Sorting, Packing, and Clean-up: Volunteers working in the food stations will help unload boxes of food from pallets and sort them into categories of produce, dairy, meat, etc. Once the food has been sorted and inspected, volunteers will pack a variety of these items into bags. Volunteers will also help replenish the pre-packed items on the tables with any overstock available on remaining pallets of food. Once the last community member has gone through the line, volunteers will also help with the clean up of the distribution area.

Additional Maps for Directions:

*Please bring water in a reusable water bottle. Water will be available to refill your bottle when needed.

Help distribute fresh groceries to our community members! Most of our food distributions operate as a drive-thru where participants receive food without having to leave their cars. Here's where you come in:

Sorting, Packing, and Clean-up: Volunteers will help unload boxes of food from pallets and sort them into categories of produce, dairy, meat, etc. Once the food has been sorted and inspected, volunteers will pack a variety of these items into bags and load client's vehicles. Once the last client has gone through the line, volunteers will also help with the clean up and break down of the event. 

Additional Maps for Directions:

 *Please bring water in a reusable water bottle. Water will be available to refill your bottle when needed.

Join us out at the farm and dig out some nutrition, literally! We're looking for passionate volunteers to help us harvest a variety of seasonal produce. Whether you're a seasoned volunteer or a first time volunteer, your hands can help grow something bigger than a harvest.

By contributing your time, you'll help support our Harvest Program which:

expands access to culturally relevant foods that are often hard to find or afford in traditional marketsconnects diverse communities with Yolo County farmers and the environment in a meaningful wayincreases food access across our community by distributing local, fresh produce to those who need it most

What to Expect:

you'll harvest a variety of produce  - expect some bending or kneelingall harvest tools and supplies are provided by YFB and the UCD Farmyou'll work alongside friendly staff and volunteers in a relaxed, supportive environmentno experience necessary - just a willingness to lend a hand and enjoy the outdoors

How to Prepare:

certain crops may cause skin irritation so we recommend that you wear a long sleeve top and pants for safety, closed toed shoes are required at all volunteer eventshydration is key - please bring a reusable water bottle 

Additional Map for Directions:

        Meeting location will be at the Student Farm Shop. 

Join us at the Yolo Food Bank warehouse and operations facility to pack bags of shelf-stable food for our community members! 

Role: You will work along a conveyor belt to pack cans and dry ingredients into bags for our various food distribution programs. Engage with a team of 20+ volunteers!

This is a great medium-paced opportunity - a little calmer than a food distribution, but a little more variety than a produce or dry product packing shift.

When: The following Thursdays | 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm

Here's a quick look at our Fall Themes: 

Want to schedule a group of volunteers for an upcoming shift? Contact Yasmin at yasmin@yolofoodbank.org!

This event will be held in the Warehouse Packing area. Please view the map layout below for additional information.

Through the Private Community Food Distribution program, Yolo Food Bank, along with several community partners, provides free food deliveries to senior, homebound, and mobility-restricted individuals throughout Yolo County. Dunnigan residents need your help!

We are seeking highly motivated volunteers who would like to deliver a box of produce and a bag of shelf stable items to neighbors in need! Volunteer drivers will pick up food boxes and/or bags along with their own unique delivery route from the Yolo Food Bank facility at 233 Harter Avenue, Woodland, CA, 95776. You will be assigned up to 15 addresses which can take up to 2 hours to deliver.

Requirements:

Must use your own vehicle Must have a valid drivers license *You will need to upload a photo for verification** Must wear closed toes shoes Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds

Note: This opportunity is perfect for volunteers to work in pairs! If 2 volunteers would like to do the same route together, have one person sign up as a "Passenger" here.