"Shop The Dock" Volunteer

Summary:

Our shelves, refrigerators, and freezers are stocked by generous donations from our grocery partners, community members, and individual donors. The Shop the Dock program helps to distribute food that is close to the end of its shelf life but can still be used for same-day distributions to people facing hunger. In the past six months alone, we have rescued more than 200,000 pounds of food. With your help, we can rescue even more food from going to the landfill and minimize the negative impact on the environment.

This program offers you the opportunity to support our staff in securing critical food resources while learning about our supply chain logistics. As a participant, you will travel to the designated pick-up location for the day, communicate with Renewal Food Bank staff, and decide which groceries to shop, collect, and load. Afterwards, you will return to the food bank to unload, ensuring that we are abundantly stocked with the necessary items for families to take home on the same day.

Volunteer Responsibilities:

• Drive your own vehicle to the pickup location for transporting the rescued food.
• Communicate with Renewal Food Bank staff regarding the items to shop for.
• Transport the food back to the food bank in a timely manner.
• Represent Renewal Food Bank in a professional, positive, and efficient manner.

Availability:

• Monday: 7am-11am
• Wednesday: 6:30am-9:30am

Location:

• Pick up: Hunger Solution Center, 815 S 96th St, Seattle, WA 98108
• Drop off: 15022 NE Bel-Red Road, Bellevue, WA 98007

Requirements:

• Valid Washington State driver’s license.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, squat, and reach overhead repeatedly.
• Able to lift at least 40 pounds is essential in this position.
• Able to effectively communicate and interact with people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• Please dress comfortably and for a family friendly environment, potentially handling fresh foods that may cause stains.
• Please wear closed-toed shoes.

Additional Details:

Inclement Weather Plan: This volunteer position is out in the neighborhood and returns to drop off at the food bank. We go out in all weather that is safe to drive. Please dress for the weather.

Sign up:

If you're interested in joining this program, please reach out to us at development@renewalfoodbank.org or please sign up through our website.