VOLUNTEER
Volunteer Activities
In the summer our need for volunteers expands greatly as the Patroon Land Farm is in full swing and many of our regular warehouse volunteers go on vacation. Please help us out this summer so we can keep up with all the work!
Repacking on our Warehouse Dock
Family Friendly & Great For All Ages
Donations come to us in all shapes and sizes. Sometimes food needs to be sorted and repacked before it can be given out. Volunteers help us repack bulk-packaged items into useable, family-size packages; sort useable items from damaged products; and re-label mislabeled or unlabeled cans and bottles.
As a group: Organize friends, family members, sports team, religious groups, or officemates for a fun, team-building shift or two. Two-hour time slots are available weeknights from 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Weekend shifts of varying length are available from morning to night. Contact us to set up a shift for you!
As an individual: Don’t have a big group to organize? No problem. Check out our monthly schedule to see when we have time available for small groups (2-6 people) and individuals to volunteer.
Contact: Dan Breheny and Sudha Mitchell at (518)786-3691 ext. 234 or
Sorting in our Salvage Sorting Room
Must Be 18 or Older
As a group: Ideal for the gung-ho volunteer group looking to make a large impact. This job requires a commitment of 10-25 adults and a three hour shift. Compare how your team stands up against groups from GE, NYS Farm Bureau and Grainger Industrial Supply.
As an individual: This is one of our biggest on going needs. On a regular basis, Tuesday- Friday 9 am – 12pm, join our volunteers during the daytime. For this work we do ask for an on going commit due to the training required. Volunteers usually commit to the same day every week, however biweekly or monthly commitments are welcomed as well.
We are currently looking to add shifts to the Salvage Sorting Room. This may include Monday mornings or any afternoon 12:30-3:00. If you would like to make a weekly commitment to one of these proposed shifts please let us know. When we have enough people for a new shift (10), it will be come official and we will contact you with a start date.
Contact: Dan Breheny and Sudha Mitchell at (518) 786-3691 ext. 234 or
Working on the Patroon Land Farm
Our fourteen-acre vegetable farm, located at 153 Ketcham Road in Voorheesville NY, needs volunteers all through the spring, summer and fall. Volunteers work in multiple facets including planting, weeding, picking and packing.
Starting May 11th our greatest need for both individuals and groups is daytimes during the week.
As a group: Groups of all ages and sizes can be scheduled in advance any day Monday through Saturday.
As an individual: Individual volunteers are greatly needed on weekdays. Times are available Monday-Saturday from 9:30 a.m. -5:30 p.m. Choose the length of time that suits your schedule.
Contact: Dan Breheny and Sudha Mitchell at (518)786-3691 ext. 234 or
Help Out in the Office
Volunteers assist Food Bank employees with everyday tasks as well as special projects. Volunteers file reports, assist with data entry, prepare mailings and more. These opportunities are available on an as-needed basis. Individuals can be added to our contact list in order to be notified when help is needed.
Contact: Dan Breheny and Sudha Mitchell at (518)786-3691 ext. 234 or
Volunteer for the Holiday Hunger Appeal
November & December Only
The Food Bank’s largest and most public fundraising appeal takes place each year during the holiday season at Crossgates Mall. Hundreds of volunteers spend a few hours asking shoppers to donate to the Food Bank. Businesses, civic organizations, schools, and families are encouraged to sign up for a full day or just one shift.
Contact: Bethany Stiles at (518) 786-3691, x231 or
