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Come see us!Administration & DonationsMonday - Friday, [email protected]
Client IntakeMonday - Thursday 9:30-11:45am & 1-3:30pmFriday9:30-11:45am ONLY403-320-8022
The Second Door Thrift StoreMonday - Friday9:30am-Noon & 1-3:30pm403-320-8779
To find out more, contact our Volunteer Coordinator at:403-320-8779 or [email protected]
@IFBLethbridge
Interfaith Food Bank Society of Lethbridge
interfaithfoodbank.ca
Socialize with us!
Find us:
1103 3 Avenue NorthLethbridge, AB T1H 0H7
Volunteer Rights & ResponsibilitiesRights• to be given a meaningful and worthwhile
position.• to be supported by Interfaith Food Bank staff
and other volunteers.• to be treated with respect and dignity.• to voice concerns or comments to food bank
staff, as they arise.• torefuseataskifitisunsafeorunfitting.• to enjoy a coffee break with fellow volunteers.
Code of Conduct• Volunteers will conduct themselves in a friendly,
courteous and cooperative manner.• Volunteers will be truthful and honest.• Volunteers will have good personal hygiene.
Responsibilities• to support and demonstrate the values and
mission of Interfaith Food Bank.• to adhere to the volunteer schedule; arriving on
time, and giving advance notice to the Volunteer Coordinator of any and all absences.
• to work within the parameters of their assigned position, receiving direction from staff.
• to demonstrate respect & dignity to their fellow volunteers, staff, and client families.
• tomaintainconfidentialityofthosewhoaccessour services.
• to correctly log their volunteer hours.
No one can do everything,but everyone can do something.
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So you want to volunteer. . .the Ins and Outs of being a Volunteer Team member with Interfaith Food Bank
Why volunteer?• It’s a chance to give back to the
community.• Gain valuable experience that
may help you when searching for employment.
• Make new friends, or volunteer with one you already have.
• Share your skills and abilities.• Help Interfaith Food Bank maintain
and improve programs & services.• It’s fun!
At Interfaith Food Bank, we look for volunteers who have a passion for community and recognize the privilege it is to serve those in need.
Our mission is to recognize the human dignity of those in need and to provide food and access to services and resources generated from within our community. We cater to those in a variety of situations, ranging fromsingle-parenthood,toseniorsonfixedincomes,to the under- or unemployed, and to those with other social or economic barriers.
We began providing emergency food services to citizens of Lethbridge and area in 1989. We have grown exponentially since that time, as the community recognizes, assesses and attempts to satisfy the needs of those in crisis. Our programming has expanded to also include The Second Door Thrift Store; The Interfaith Chinook Country Kitchen; and
Interfaith Learning Garden, offering opportunities for garden education, and produce for our programs.
We cannot do this work on our own, and that is where youcomein.Asarecognizednon-profit,charitableorganization, all of our resources come from the generosity and investment of the community. It is with the help of people who desire to build community and become involved in the development of it that we are able to operate, and even exist. People like you.
Our community focus includes not only the families we serve, but also the volunteers who enable us to offer the services we do. We work hard to create an encouraging and enriching environment that our volunteers will want to keep coming back to, and a team that they can be proud to be a part of.
Volunteer PositionsPlease note that all volunteer positions involve some orientation and training. We also ask that volunteers be prepared to commit to 3-4 hour shifts and a long-term association with us. (Some exceptions may apply, i.e. community service or student volunteers.)
Client Intake Monday-Friday shifts - 9:30-11:45AM or 1-3:30PMDuties include reception of clients, processing client orders, lifting and carrying food hampers, data entry, and other tasks as assigned.
Hamper Puller Monday-Friday shifts - 9:30-11:45AM or 1-3:30PMDuties include lifting and carrying food hampers, selection, arrangement, and disposal of perishable foods, and general upkeep of the Client Intake area.
Hamper Builder Monday-Friday shifts - 8AM until finished (typically a 2-3 hour shift)Volunteers assemble Food Hampers for monthly distribution according to provided item lists. Stocking shelves may also be required.
Office/Administration Monday-Friday shifts - 8AM-4PM (typically a 3-4 hour shift, mornings or afternoons)Volunteers assist with the reception of donors and visitors,photocopying,stuffingenvelopes,answeringphones and other duties as required.
Warehouse Monday-Friday shifts - 8AM-4PM (typically a 3-4 hour shift, mornings or afternoons)Volunteers assist with sorting and packaging food and other items, building food hampers, sweeping andwashingfloors&tables,andothergeneralcleaning tasks. Volunteers also assemble Diabetic Bundles, Goodie Bags, and Baby Bundles according to prearranged instructions, and repackage bulk items. Volunteers are primarily responsible for one of the following positions: Repackager, Sorter or Warehouse. Prior to holidays and fundraisers we have increased need for help in this area.
The Second Door Thrift Store Monday-Friday shifts - 9:30AM-3:30PM (Morning, afternoon or full-day shifts available.)The Second Door volunteers are responsible to assist customers, & complete sales transactions, stock shelves, and other duties as required. Find out more about this in-house fundraising opportunity on our website: interfaithfoodbank.ca.
GardenMonday-Friday shifts - 8AM-4PM (typically a 1-3 hour shift, mornings or afternoons)Volunteers assist with watering, pruning, weeding, lawn maintenance, harvesting produce, composting, and other duties as required. Garden volunteers may also assist with garden tours and activities, and/or mentor new gardeners. This is a seasonal position.
Special Events, Projects, Groups & Program RequirementsFor those interested in a shorter or occasion-based commitment, there are other ways to be involved:
Casualvolunteersassistwithspecificprojectsthataretypicallyorganizedbyoutsidegroupsforthebenefitof the Food Bank. Most often our role in these projects is to facilitate the collection of donations, assist with promotions and/or to provide volunteers for various shifts & duties. Occasionally, the Food Bank hosts a project day (i.e. Garden Build Day) or an event (i.e. pancake breakfast), which requires casual volunteers as well.
Casual volunteers are placed on an email list and contacted to inquire about their availability for specific events or projects. These projects & events can also be great opportunities for corporate or community volunteer groups.
We also offer limited placements for school groups, students needing credit hours, and community members participating in the Fine Option or Alternative Measures programs.
