Volunteer Positions 

• Client Intake and Registration

• Food Stocker/sorter

• Client Laison 

Individuals will be provided on-the-job training for all volunteer opportunities.

• Client Intake/Registration

  • Bilingual volunteer perfered (Arabic/Bangla) but not required

  • Must have astute attention to detail for data entry.

• Food sorter/stocker

  • Will be trained on SWAP nutrition system to organize cans on shelf according to nutrtional value

• Warehouse Helper   ​

  • Food Pantry Volunteers: Must be able to lift at least 35 lbs.

  • Warehouse Volunteers: Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs. 

  • Minimum Age Requirement: 16 years old

VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION

To help kickstart the orientation process we ask that all volunteers view our food safety and cultural competency video’s prior to scheduled orientation.

Once you have completed viewing our videos head on over to our Sign up Genius page to sign up for your orientation date.

(If you are on mobile website-scroll to the bottom to view these videos and for sign up genius link)

What to expect during your orientation:

• Volunteers will have paperwork to sign (volunteer agreement form, client data protection agreement)

  • Get a headstart by downloading the Client data protection and Media consent form HERE, and submitting the signed form below, or bring it with you to orientation.

• Pantry Policies/procedures

• USDA policies/procedures and civil rights training

• Meet our staff and take a tour!

Volunteer for an Event or Fundraiser

You can support our mission by volunteering for an event or fundraiser.

Holiday Events

• Easter food distribution

• Thanksgiving food distribution

• Santa Toy Shop

Food Drive

Kroger and Gleaners' joint collaborative event, Bringing Hope to the Table, is always held a weekend in January. Volunteers are needed on the Saturday and Sunday at each Kroger store assigned to Detroit Friendship House. Several shifts are set up throughout both days, and we generally use up to 30 volunteers.

• Hope on the Table (Kroger/Gleaners food drive)

  • Weekend Event-hosted off-site at Kroger location

  • Three shifts are available on Saturday and Sunday

• Join us for our annual Fowling for Food fundraiser, Help set up tables, greet guests and have some fun!

All Volunteers must complete orientation prior to the start of their volunteer hours.

If you are interested in a team volunteer opportunity for your employees, congregation, or other association, please complete the form below. The minimum age for on-site volunteers, with adult supervision provided, is 14 years of age.