Volunteer: Host a Peanut Butter Drive!Donations are an essential part of getting food to our partner programs, food pantries, meal sites, and shelters in Pierce County. However, we see a decrease in food donations even though the need for food has increased. You can help by hosting a Food & Fund Drive with EFN! The food you donate will go directly to our 75+ Partner Programs to give to our neighbors in need. The funds you raise will be used to purchase food and pay freight for donated truckloads of food (if you decide to raise funds). Register your food drive here: https://efoodnet.org/driveform/ Agency: Emergency Food Network Donations are an essential part of getting food to our partner programs, food pantries, meal sites, and shelters in Pierce County. However, we see a decrease in food donations even though the need for food has increased. You can help by hosting a Food & Fund Drive with EFN! The food you donate will go directly to our 75+ Partner Programs to give to our neighbors in need. The funds you raise will be used to purchase food and pay freight for donated truckloads of food (if you decide to raise funds). Register your food drive here: https://efoodnet.org/driveform/ Agency: Emergency Food Network Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 98499 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Fallen Officers Food DriveAssist with the annual Fallen Officers Food Drive in remembrance of lives lost. Assist with unloading food donations from vehicles into food drive bins, and wave signs to promote the food drive. Thank donors and participating police officers. Dress in weather-appropriate gear. Multiple shifts available. Agency: Emergency Food Network Assist with the annual Fallen Officers Food Drive in remembrance of lives lost. Assist with unloading food donations from vehicles into food drive bins, and wave signs to promote the food drive. Thank donors and participating police officers. Dress in weather-appropriate gear. Multiple shifts available. Agency: Emergency Food Network Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Nov 19, 2025 Zip Code: 98499 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Home Delivery Drivers Needed Tuesdays/Fridays!The Home Delivery program relies on Volunteer Drivers to bring boxes of fresh, nutritious food from EFN’s Distribution Center in Lakewood to households across Pierce County. This is a meaningful way to directly support neighbors in need and make a real difference in the lives of local families. We are currently seeking regular drivers as well as on-call drivers. Time Commitment Tuesdays and/or Fridays, between 8 a.m.–2 p.m. Location Pick up food at EFN’s Distribution Center: Deliveries will be made throughout Pierce County. Work Environment Volunteers use their own personal vehicles to deliver food to individuals and families. Requirements Age 18 or older Access to a reliable vehicle Valid driver’s license Current car insurance Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds repeatedly Access to GPS Completion of EFN Volunteer Application and WSP background check Support How to Apply Agency: Emergency Food Network The Home Delivery program relies on Volunteer Drivers to bring boxes of fresh, nutritious food from EFN’s Distribution Center in Lakewood to households across Pierce County. This is a meaningful way to directly support neighbors in need and make a real difference in the lives of local families. We are currently seeking regular drivers as well as on-call drivers. Time Commitment Tuesdays and/or Fridays, between 8 a.m.–2 p.m. Location Pick up food at EFN’s Distribution Center: Deliveries will be made throughout Pierce County. Work Environment Volunteers use their own personal vehicles to deliver food to individuals and families. Requirements Age 18 or older Access to a reliable vehicle Valid driver’s license Current car insurance Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds repeatedly Access to GPS Completion of EFN Volunteer Application and WSP background check Support How to Apply Agency: Emergency Food Network Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 98499 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Repack Project (for groups of 8-15)Duties/Responsibilities: Repack Project volunteers transform bulk food shipments into family-sized portions that are ready to help feed the community! Working at our Lakewood Distribution Center, you and your fellow volunteers might find yourselves bagging up oats, pasta, or rice or sorting food donations. **Email Evan at evanm@efoodnet.org to get your group signed up!** Time Required: 2 Hours, either 9:00 am- 11:00 AM or 12:00 pm - 2:00 PM Location: EFN Distribution Center, 3318 92nd Street South, Lakewood 98499 Parking is available on-site and across the street, you will enter from the side door on 92nd St. Work Environment: Repack Room Photo Attire (+ accessibility): Face coverings are required at all times in repack room. Closed-toe shoes are required. Volunteers in flip-flops or sandals will be unable to repack. If open food is being repacked, hair nets will be required – you are welcome to bring a hat to wear instead.We are committed to accommodating people of all abilities, so if you need a job with accommodations, please reach out before your shift. Supervision/Support: Repack staff will get you signed in and set up for the Repack Project with a mask, gloves, and a hairnet and then provide a quick orientation before you get started! They will be with you for your entire shift should you have any questions. For day-of questions, please call (253) 584-1040. The minimum age to volunteer is 12 with a parent/guardian, and 16 without. Impact (us): With your help, we are able to provide Pierce County with a consistent, diverse, and nutritious food supply so that no person goes hungry. Impact (you): Meet new like-minded friends, get out of the house, learn about food insecurity in Pierce County, and feel good doing something to help your neighbors in need! Agency: Emergency Food Network Duties/Responsibilities: Repack Project volunteers transform bulk food shipments into family-sized portions that are ready to help feed the community! Working at our Lakewood Distribution Center, you and your fellow volunteers might find yourselves bagging up oats, pasta, or rice or sorting food donations. **Email Evan at evanm@efoodnet.org to get your group signed up!** Time Required: 2 Hours, either 9:00 am- 11:00 AM or 12:00 pm - 2:00 PM Location: EFN Distribution Center, 3318 92nd Street South, Lakewood 98499 Parking is available on-site and across the street, you will enter from the side door on 92nd St. Work Environment: Repack Room Photo Attire (+ accessibility): Face coverings are required at all times in repack room. Closed-toe shoes are required. Volunteers in flip-flops or sandals will be unable to repack. If open food is being repacked, hair nets will be required – you are welcome to bring a hat to wear instead.We are committed to accommodating people of all abilities, so if you need a job with accommodations, please reach out before your shift. Supervision/Support: Repack staff will get you signed in and set up for the Repack Project with a mask, gloves, and a hairnet and then provide a quick orientation before you get started! They will be with you for your entire shift should you have any questions. For day-of questions, please call (253) 584-1040. The minimum age to volunteer is 12 with a parent/guardian, and 16 without. Impact (us): With your help, we are able to provide Pierce County with a consistent, diverse, and nutritious food supply so that no person goes hungry. Impact (you): Meet new like-minded friends, get out of the house, learn about food insecurity in Pierce County, and feel good doing something to help your neighbors in need! Agency: Emergency Food Network Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 98499 Allow Groups: Teams only |