Opportunities From: NorthStar Ford Wood Buffalo Volunteer Centre | FuseSocial

Volunteer: Warehouse Volunteer

Warehouse volunteers are essential for the day to day running of all of our operations here at the Wood Buffalo Food Bank. This opportunity will enable you to provide an immediate and meaningful impact on supporting families and individuals facing food insecurity.

Warehouse volunteer roles can include making food hampers, sorting and stocking food, portioning items, working in the fridge/freezer, cleaning. Some heavy lifting may be required. You will be working with our dedicated team who will assist you in the different jobs you may do during your shift. Conversations and questions are always welcome and encouraged!

Come prepared to work, have fun and to learn more about the Wood Buffalo Food Bank and food insecurity in Wood Buffalo.

Organization: Wood Buffalo Food Bank

Warehouse volunteers are essential for the day to day running of all of our operations here at the Wood Buffalo Food Bank. This opportunity will enable you to provide an immediate and meaningful impact on supporting families and individuals facing food insecurity.

Warehouse volunteer roles can include making food hampers, sorting and stocking food, portioning items, working in the fridge/freezer, cleaning. Some heavy lifting may be required. You will be working with our dedicated team who will assist you in the different jobs you may do during your shift. Conversations and questions are always welcome and encouraged!

Come prepared to work, have fun and to learn more about the Wood Buffalo Food Bank and food insecurity in Wood Buffalo.

Organization: Wood Buffalo Food Bank

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Postal Code: T9H 4A2

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Group Volunteer Opportunities

Friday Group Volunteer Opportunities – Help Feed Wood Buffalo!

Looking for a meaningful way to spend a Friday with your team? Join the Wood Buffalo Food Bank Association for a hands-on group volunteer experience and help support individuals and families across our region.

Volunteer Activities May Include:
• Sorting and organizing food donations
• Packing hampers for local households
• Assisting with warehouse organization and cleanup
• Preparing donations for distribution
• Supporting food rescue and inventory projects

When: Fridays (various dates available)
Location: Wood Buffalo Food Bank Warehouse
Group Size: 5–10 volunteers (larger groups may be accommodated upon request)

Whether you're a corporate team, community organization, sports team, school group, or group of friends, your time helps ensure nutritious food reaches those who need it most.

Interested in booking a Friday volunteer experience?

Organization: Wood Buffalo Food Bank

Friday Group Volunteer Opportunities – Help Feed Wood Buffalo!

Looking for a meaningful way to spend a Friday with your team? Join the Wood Buffalo Food Bank Association for a hands-on group volunteer experience and help support individuals and families across our region.

Volunteer Activities May Include:
• Sorting and organizing food donations
• Packing hampers for local households
• Assisting with warehouse organization and cleanup
• Preparing donations for distribution
• Supporting food rescue and inventory projects

When: Fridays (various dates available)
Location: Wood Buffalo Food Bank Warehouse
Group Size: 5–10 volunteers (larger groups may be accommodated upon request)

Whether you're a corporate team, community organization, sports team, school group, or group of friends, your time helps ensure nutritious food reaches those who need it most.

Interested in booking a Friday volunteer experience?

Organization: Wood Buffalo Food Bank

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Postal Code: T9H 4A2

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: School Breakfast Program Ride-Along

Volunteer Opportunity: School Breakfast Program Ride-Along

Description: School Breakfast Program Ride-Along volunteers support staff by assisting with weekly food pick-ups from Save-On-Foods and delivering breakfast items to schools across Fort McMurray. This role helps ensure students have reliable access to nutritious food to start their school day.

Schedule: Day: Every Monday

Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Time Commitment: 3 hours weekly

Responsibilities:

Ride along with staff to pick up school breakfast orders from Save-On-Foods Assist with loading and unloading food items Help distribute breakfast supplies to multiple schools in Fort McMurray Ensure food is handled safely and respectfully Support staff throughout the delivery route

Requirements:

Ability to lift light to moderate weight items Comfortable riding in a vehicle for several hours Reliable, punctual, and able to follow instructions Interest in supporting child and youth food security

Impact: By volunteering in this role, you help ensure students across Fort McMurray have access to consistent, nutritious breakfasts, supporting learning, health, and well-being.

Organization: Wood Buffalo Food Bank

Volunteer Opportunity: School Breakfast Program Ride-Along

Description: School Breakfast Program Ride-Along volunteers support staff by assisting with weekly food pick-ups from Save-On-Foods and delivering breakfast items to schools across Fort McMurray. This role helps ensure students have reliable access to nutritious food to start their school day.

Schedule: Day: Every Monday

Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Time Commitment: 3 hours weekly

Responsibilities:

Ride along with staff to pick up school breakfast orders from Save-On-Foods Assist with loading and unloading food items Help distribute breakfast supplies to multiple schools in Fort McMurray Ensure food is handled safely and respectfully Support staff throughout the delivery route

Requirements:

Ability to lift light to moderate weight items Comfortable riding in a vehicle for several hours Reliable, punctual, and able to follow instructions Interest in supporting child and youth food security

Impact: By volunteering in this role, you help ensure students across Fort McMurray have access to consistent, nutritious breakfasts, supporting learning, health, and well-being.

Organization: Wood Buffalo Food Bank

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Postal Code: T9H 4A2

Allow Groups: No