Opportunities From: North Texas Food Bank

The Distribution Center posts an entire month's calendar one month in advance on the first business day of the month. Once a shift is full, it will disappear from the calendar.  

  

This opportunity takes place at our Distribution Center, which is located at 3677 Mapleshade Lane, Plano, TX 75075. 

  

Description: Volunteer as an individual to help us repack bulk rice, beans, or pasta into one-pound bags for hungry North Texans in a warehouse environment while working cooperatively with other volunteers and staff.  Specific dress code regulations are required for this opportunity; please review the dress code policy below. Volunteers may potentially be lifting 20 - 25 pound boxes.  

Age Requirements: According to safety guidelines, all attendees must be 16 years of age or older.   

Dress Code: Due to the nature of this opportunity, a strict dress code policy will be enforced.  

Closed-toe shoes are required (no sandals or flip flops).   Wedding bands with no stones may be worn under gloves. Medical alert bracelets and necklaces may be worn under gloves or tucked into your shirt. No other jewelry(earrings, bracelets, rings, necklaces, watches, etc.) will be allowed to be worn in the room.    No loose clothing or sleeveless shirts are allowed. Short-sleeve shirts are recommended.  Outer layers such as jackets and cardigans must be removed.  Long sleeves will be required to be tucked into gloves.   NTFB will provide gloves that must be worn while in the room. You may not supply your own gloves for this opportunity.   NTFB will provide hair nets and beard nets that must be worn while in the room. A hat may not be worn instead of a hair net. 

To ensure inclusivity and comfort for everyone we serve, we request that volunteers wear clothing free of political messages, racial slurs, derogatory language, or any content that could be considered offensive. Please note that we reserve the right to ask individuals to leave if these guidelines are not followed.

Commitment: The shift will begin promptly at 9:00am and 1:00pm. Check-in begins at 8:30am and 12:30pm. This opportunity does not allow for volunteers arriving after the start time to join the shift. Any volunteer arriving after 9:00am or 1:00pm will not be allowed to volunteer for this opportunity.  

Need to cancel, here is how you can cancel?  We appreciate you canceling your registration in a timely manner so we may offer the slots to other volunteers.  

Safety: We invite volunteers into our facility to help fight hunger and it is important that we maintain a safe environment. Volunteers are expected to comply with all rules, follow the directions given by station leaders, and immediately report any accidents to a staff member.  

Due to the nature of this opportunity, strict safety rules will be in place. You must comply to all safety guidelines, including wearing the provided personal protective equipment. Failure to follow the safety rules will result in removal from this opportunity. 

Phone and Personal Belongings: Phones, earbuds, wallets, jewelry(including watches), and other belongings are not allowed to be on your person in the Repack Room. Small personal lockers are provided right outside the space. You will be unable to access these items during the shift. Bags, such as purses or backpacks, will not fit inside these lockers.  

Accommodation Needs: This opportunity includes standing, bending, and potentially lifting 25-50 pounds.  Please let us know if you have accommodation needs.   

Tracking Hours: Any volunteer (youth or adult) needing to track hours for employer matches, school, scholarships, scouts, etc. must create their own account, sign up, and check in for every shift with a staff member.  If you are not in our system, we cannot verify hours. If you check in through the Galaxy site or add your own hours, they will not be approved. By checking in with a staff member your hours will be entered in automatically. In addition to tracking hours in our online system, you may ask the Volunteer Experience Team for a North Texas Food Bank Hour Verification Form after the shift.  Our policy is to not sign any court-appointed service documents including time sheets. 

Lobby Hours: Normal lobby hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. and Saturday from 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. 

Shift Closure: If we need to cancel a shift for any reason, a cancellation email will be sent to all volunteers who signed up by 8:00 a.m. 

Inviting News Media: Please make arrangements prior to your shift with the North Texas Food Bank’s Communication Team if you are inviting news media. 

Donations: We're so thankful for your generosity when you volunteer. Ask the volunteer coordinator for more info! 

Parking: Carpooling is highly recommended.  Thank you for not parking in a reserved spot or in the lot of our neighbors.  

Description:  Volunteer as an individual and help us sort, bag, and box refrigerated or frozen food for hungry North Texans in a refrigerated warehouse environment while working cooperatively with other volunteers and staff.  Closed-toe, non-slip shoes are required. Frozen foods may include frozen meat (beef, pork, & poultry). Refrigerated product might be dairy product. Volunteers will be working in the warehouse, which is 66 degrees. The product that you will be working with is refrigerated or frozen. 

Age Requirements: According to safety guidelines, all attendees must be 16 years of age or older. 

Attire:  Closed-toe, non-slip shoes are required (no sandals or flip flops). Shoes with rubber soles are recommended. We recommend comfortable clothing that is easy to move around in. We recommend bringing winter style gloves to wear since you are handling refrigerated or frozen product. Items that are not appropriate include revealing clothing or dangling accessories. The room is 66 degrees, so heavy jackets are not necessary. 

To ensure inclusivity and comfort for everyone we serve, we request that volunteers wear clothing free of political messages, racial slurs, derogatory language, or any content that could be considered offensive. Please note that we reserve the right to ask individuals to leave if these guidelines are not followed.

Commitment: Check-in begins for the morning shift at 8:30 a.m. and orientation will start promptly at 9:00 a.m. Check-in begins for the afternoon shift at 12:30p.m. and orientation will start promptly at 1:00 p.m.  We suggest arriving a few minutes prior to your shift to find parking and to check in on the kiosk.  Thank you for being on time as we follow an agenda to be as productive as possible.  Running late?  If you are 10+ minutes late, we cannot guarantee you will be able to volunteer.  Need to cancel, here is how you can cancel?  We appreciate you canceling your registration in a timely manner so we may offer the slots to other volunteers. If all work is completed before the end of the shift, you will still be awarded for the entire shift. 

Donations:  Ask the volunteer coordinator for more info!

Safety: We invite volunteers into our facility to help fight hunger and it is important that we maintain a safe environment. Volunteers are expected to comply with all rules, follow the directions given by station leaders, and immediately report any accidents to a staff member. 

Accommodation Needs: This opportunity includes standing, bending, and lifting.  Please let us know if you have accommodation needs.  

Address: 3677 Mapleshade Lane, Plano, TX 75075

Parking:  Carpooling is highly recommended.  Thank you for not parking in a reserved spot or in the lot of our neighbors. Please let us know if your group is arriving on a bus.

Tracking Hours:  Any volunteer (youth or adult) needing to track hours for employer matches, school, scholarships, scouts, etc. must create their own account, sign up, and check in for every shift with a staff member.  If you are not in our system, we cannot verify hours. If you check in through the Galaxy site or add your own hours, they will not be approved. By checking in with a staff member your hours will be entered in automatically. In addition to tracking hours in our online system, you may ask the receptionist for a North Texas Food Bank Hour Verification Form after the shift.  Our policy is to not sign any court-appointed service documents including time sheets.

Lunch/Snacks:  During lunch, please enjoy the restaurants in the area due to limited meeting space at our facility.  Bringing snacks and drinks? Thank you for labeling your items with your group name and keeping them in the orientation room.  Vending machines are on-site.

Lobby Hours:  Normal lobby hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. and Saturday from 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Shift Closure:  If a shift is closed due to inclement weather, a cancellation email will be sent to all volunteers who signed up by 8:00 a.m.

Inviting News Media: Please make arrangements prior to your shift with the North Texas Food Bank’s Communication Team if you are inviting news media.

Description: Provide excellent customer service while receiving food donations at our donation door. This position requires basic math skills and face to face contact with the public. Closed-toe shoes are required. Ability to lift at least 25 lbs. This opportunity includes pushing, pulling, lifting and bending. On the job training will be provided. You will experience some down time, please feel free to bring a book or work. You are welcome to bring a laptop or tablet, however, please make sure it is fully charged as there is not a power outlet nearby. We appreciate your time. This opportunity is for 18 years and older. 

On the job training will include learning how to use a manual pallet jack and donation receipt system.

Attire:  Closed-toe shoes are required. We recommend dressing in comfortable and casual clothes suitable for movement. The warehouse is climate-controlled. Items that are not appropriate include revealing clothing or dangling accessories. 

To ensure inclusivity and comfort for everyone we serve, we request that volunteers wear clothing free of political messages, racial slurs, derogatory language, or any content that could be considered offensive. Please note that we reserve the right to ask individuals to leave if these guidelines are not followed.

Commitment: We suggest arriving a few minutes prior to your shift.  Thank you for being on time as we follow an agenda to be as productive as possible.  Running late?  If you are 10+ minutes late, we cannot guarantee you will be able to volunteer.  Need to cancel, here is how you can cancel?  We appreciate you canceling your registration in a timely manner so we may offer the slots to other volunteers. We appreciate you canceling your registration in a timely manner so we may offer the slot to another volunteer. 

Safety: We invite volunteers into our facility to help fight hunger and it is important that we maintain a safe environment. Volunteers are expected to comply with all rules, follow the directions given, and immediately report any accidents to a staff member.  Thank you for helping us make safety a top priority! 

Address: 3677 Mapleshade Lane, Plano, TX 75075

Parking:  Please park in front lot. Thank you for not parking in a reserved spot or in the lot of our neighbors.

Tracking Hours:  Any volunteer (youth or adult) needing to track hours for employer matches, school, scholarships, scouts, etc. must create their own account, sign up, and check in for every shift with a staff member.  If you are not in our system, we cannot verify hours. If you check in through the Galaxy site or add your own hours, they will not be approved. By checking in with a staff member your hours will be entered in automatically. In addition to tracking hours in our online system, you may ask the receptionist for a North Texas Food Bank Hour Verification Form after the shift.  Our policy is to not sign any court-appointed service documents including time sheets.

Lunch/Snacks:  Food and drink must be eaten in designated volunteer break areas. Volunteer door clerks must rotate break times.

Lobby Hours:  Normal lobby hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. and Saturday from 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Shift Closure:  If a shift is closed due to inclement weather, a cancellation email will be sent to all volunteers who signed up by 8:00 a.m.

Description:  Volunteer as an individual and help us sort, bag, and box Produce for hungry North Texans in a refrigerated warehouse environment while working cooperatively with other volunteers and staff.  The produce will need to be checked for quality and restacked. Some cleaning may be asked of the volunteers. Volunteers will be lifting 40-50 pound boxes/bags repeatedly throughout the entire shift.  

Age Requirements: According to safety guidelines, all attendees must be 16 years of age or older. 

Attire:  Closed-toe, non-slip shoes are required (no sandals or flip flops). Shoes with rubber soles are recommended. Items that are not appropriate include revealing clothing or dangling accessories. Volunteers who do not wear or bring proper attire will be turned away.

To ensure inclusivity and comfort for everyone we serve, we request that volunteers wear clothing free of political messages, racial slurs, derogatory language, or any content that could be considered offensive. Please note that we reserve the right to ask individuals to leave if these guidelines are not followed.

Commitment: Check-in begins at 8:30 a.m. and orientation will start promptly at 9:00 a.m.  We suggest arriving a few minutes prior to your shift to find parking and to check-in on the kiosk.  Thank you for being on time as we follow an agenda to be as productive as possible.  Running late?  If you are 10+ minutes late, we cannot guarantee you will be able to volunteer.  Need to cancel?  We appreciate you canceling your registration in a timely manner so we may offer the slots to other volunteers. 

Safety: We invite volunteers into our facility to help fight hunger and it is important that we maintain a safe environment. Volunteers are expected to comply with all rules, follow the directions given by station leaders, and immediately report any accidents to a staff member.  

Accommodation Needs: This opportunity includes standing, bending, and lifting.  Please let us know if you have accommodation needs. A variety of produce is donated each day; please let us know of any food allergies. 

Address: 3677 Mapleshade Lane, Plano, TX 75075

Parking:  Carpooling is highly recommended.  Thank you for not parking in a reserved spot or in the lot of our neighbors. Please let us know if your group is arriving on a bus.

Tracking Hours:  Any volunteer (youth or adult) needing to track hours for employer matches, school, scholarships, scouts, etc. must create their own account, sign up, and check-in for every shift.  If you are not in our system, we cannot verify hours.  In addition to tracking hours in our online system, you may ask the receptionist for a North Texas Food Bank Hour Verification Form after the shift.  Our policy is to not sign any court-appointed service documents including time sheets. If the shift ends early you will still be rewarded for the entire shift.

Lobby Hours:  Normal lobby hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. and Saturday from 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Shift Closure:  If a shift is closed due to inclement weather, a cancellation email will be sent to all volunteers who signed up by 8:00 a.m.

Inviting News Media: Please make arrangements prior to your shift with the North Texas Food Bank’s Communication Team if you are inviting news media.