Volunteers Are At The Heart Of Our Mission
Feeding Southwest Virginia relies on over 2,500 volunteers every year. Individual volunteers and volunteer groups help with our day-to-day operations and with special projects and events. We could not make the impact we do without our volunteers!
We operate most programs out of our Salem/Roanoke facilities and our Abingdon distribution center. Select the region closest to you to identify volunteer events in your area. Please note that our Mobile Food Pantry and Mobile Marketplace programs visit rural areas of each region, so you may find an opportunity close to home.
Find your volunteer opportunity in either our Salem or Abingdon Regions.
Important Information
- Parking: Please park behind the building at both the Salem and Abingdon Distribution Centers. In Salem, the Volunteer Entrance is marked, close to the parking lot behind the building. In Abingdon, please enter the building in the front, being careful to avoid traffic entering the parking lot.
- Check In: Please check in for each shift using our kiosk.
- Attire: Close-toed shoes are required for all volunteers. No sandals or flip flops.
- Age: Minimum age to volunteer is 16.
- Groups: Please do not exceed your reserved headcount.
- Physical: Please make sure to read the physical requirements for each volunteer task before signing up for a shift. Many projects require standing for prolonged periods of time or light to heavy lifting.
