GET INVOLVED
Support your local community and help us transform lives by offering up your time to volunteer at Vineyard Community & Richmond Foodbank.
How can I volunteer?
Volunteers are the backbone of everything we do here at Vineyard Community & Richmond Foodbank. It is simply not possible without these local community heroes. We have a range of volunteering roles available, across our Crisis Drop-In, Foodbank, charity shops, and other community groups and services.
If you’re interested, please fill out the form on the left and a member of our team will be in touch within 5 working days.
Current volunteer vacancies
Ham Foodbank Centre Volunteer
Are you keen to support those experiencing food poverty in your local area? Join us as Foodbank Volunteer at our Ham site, chatting with guests and packing up food parcels for those in need. More info available here.
Fulwell Foodbank Packer Volunteer
Looking for a high-impact, back-end volunteer role? Join our Fulwell Volunteer team as a Volunteer Packer, preparing life-changing foodbank parcels for individuals and families. More info available here.
Crisis Drop-In Volunteers
We are looking for volunteers on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings to take ownership of our clothing giveaway, as well as support on washing up. More info available here.
Women’s Hub Volunteer Cook
Are you a whizz in the kitchen? Join us on a Wednesday afternoon as a Volunteer Cook, whipping up delicious vegetarian meals for 15-20 guests each week. More info available here.
Please note that we are unable to work with those under 18 on site, due to our Safeguarding Policy. Unfortunately, we are unable to accept short-term volunteer placements at this time due to admin and staff capacity.
If you haven’t heard from us and it has been more than 5 business days, please check your junk folder, and reach out to us via the contact us page as needed.
Thank you in advance for your support!
Why volunteer?
Make an Impact: Every hour you dedicate, every skill you share, and every ounce of compassion you contribute creates a ripple effect of positive change. You can be the force that transforms our community.
Build Connections: Volunteering is more than a task; it's a meaningful way to connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion for making a difference.
Grow Personally and Professionally: As you give, you also receive. Volunteering is an opportunity to develop new skills, gain valuable experiences, and enhance your personal and professional growth.
as well as…
first-to-hear updates via our Volunteer Newsletter
free tea and coffee on shift
annual Volunteer Celebration events
Vineyard Preloved charity shop discounts
“I know I am contributing to something amazing which makes a real difference in the community every single day.”
- Karen, Vineyard Community & Richmond Foodbank Volunteer
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