Food Bank Support Volunteer
(Nourish and Develop Foundation (The))
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Position ID: V-OSH0225
Last Modified: 19 Aug 2026
Last Full Update: 19 Aug 2026
Opportunity Details: Food Bank Support Volunteer
| Contact | Kate Dorotheou, Volunteer Coordinator, The Nourish and Develop Foundation; Phone: 705-432-2444; Email: kate.dorotheou@tndf.ca |
| Duties | As a food bank support volunteer, you’ll play a key role in supporting Nourish House Food Bank by helping pack client food orders, keeping shelves stocked, organizing donations, vacuum packing large quantities into more manageable amounts, and creating a friendly, welcoming space for folks who visit us. Must be able to: • Lift 40 lbs when needed • Stand for the duration of the shift and sustain repetitive physical movements • Adhere to required Health and Safety procedures • Maintain client confidentiality • Be able to stay calm and patient in fast-paced or challenging situations • Basic computer skills, including entering data and managing appointments in online systems • Awareness of basic food safety practices and safe handling of food |
| Suitable for Highschool Credit Hours | No |
| Suitable For | Adults (18+) ; Seniors (55+) ; Post-secondary students ; Men ; Women ; Individuals |
| Areas of Interest | Community Outreach ; Distress / Crisis / Bereavement Support ; Food Services / Nutrition ; Social Interaction ; Community / Neighbourhood Volunteering |
| Skills/Experience | Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Confidentiality ; Customer Service ; Dependability & Trustworthiness ; Friendly & Outgoing ; Listening Skills ; Patience ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor |
| Commitment Length | Long Term (Minimum of 6 months) |
| Interaction Level | One-on-one ; Small Group |
| Minimum Hours | 3 / Week |
| Dates and Times | Monday: Afternoon Tuesday: Morning Wednesday: Afternoon |
| Seasons | Year Round |
| Accessibility | Partially Accessible ; Designated parking at entrance |
| Location | 16 York St. Cannington, ON L0E 1E0 |
| Number of Positions | Durham Region ; Beaverton ; Brock ; Cannington ; Port Perry ; Scugog ; Uxbridge (Township of) 2 individual(s) needed in total. |
| Training | Orientation ; Training is provided ; Training on the job ; Training on-going |
| Transportation | Near public transit |
| Police Check | Not Required |
| Start Date | On or after 24 Aug 2026 |
Agency Details: Nourish and Develop Foundation (The)
| Office Phone | 705-432-2444 |
| Toll Free Phone | 1-855-445-8633 |
| info@tndf.ca | |
| Website | www.tndf.ca |
| Address & Map | 16 York St Brock, ON Canada L0E 1E0 |
| Mailing Address | c/o The Nourish and Develop Foundation PO Box 580 Cannington, ON Canada L0E 1E0 |
