Volunteer
Volunteering is a great way to help fight hunger in Central Louisiana
We encourage you to join us on your own or enlist a group of friends, family, or coworkers to join us for a volunteer shift. From packing and sorting food, to helping with mobile pantry distributions, we have a variety of opportunities available to our volunteers throughout the week.
Volunteer Sign Up Form
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with us! Fill out the below information and we will be in touch. We can't wait to hear from you. If you have any specific questions about volunteering, please contact Carole at cstafford@fbcenla.org.
Volunteers are Heroes!
Volunteers are an important part of our operations, and we look forward to working with you! Volunteering is also a great way to make a positive impact in the lives of others while boosting your own sense of fulfillment and connection to community.
Ways to Give Your Time
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At the Food Bank
Volunteers help sort and repackage donated food, assist with office work and mailings, and work in the demonstration garden.
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In the Community
Help out in one of our community gardens. Deliver food boxes to homebound seniors or volunteer at one of our Mobile Pantry distribution sites.
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Sponsor a Food Drive
Work with businesses and organizations in the community to donate food to the Food Bank by sponsoring food drives and raising funds. Learn More ➤
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes! We welcome groups of up to 100 people to sign up for volunteer projects at the Food Bank. Please email cstafford@fbcenla.org for availability and more information.
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We invite youth volunteers as long as they are accompanied by an adult.
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Yes, we are able to approve volunteer hours for court ordered service time. Please contact the Food Bank at 318-445-2773 for additional information.
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Volunteer hours take place Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. - noon and 1 - 3 p.m.