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Program Packs

Join a team-oriented production line that assembles bags with nutritious items. Each week we prepare different packs for clients in need.

Program Packs

This is a team-oriented production line where your group will fill bags with nutritious items for one of our specialized nutrition programs. We offer three Children’s Programs each month: Baby Steps (Age 0 – 2), Preschooler Packs (Age 2 – 5), and Grade Schooler Packs (Age 6 – 12). Our newest specialized nutrition pack, the Seniors’ Program, caters to the needs of our senior clients ages 65+. Click here to learn more about our specialized nutrition programs.

Group size:

Maximum 5 volunteers

Location:

GVFB Warehouse, 8345 Winston Street, Burnaby

Shift times:
  • Monday-Tuesday; 3 hour shifts
Commitment:
  • Flexible (weekly, bi-weekly, monthly) 
Responsibilities:
  • Assembling nutrition packs with specific number of items 
  • Setting up/taking down the production line 
  • Restocking the production line with food 
  • Sweeping and sanitizing the packing area 
  • Recycling packaging and composting spoiled food 
  • Assisting with other warehouse-related tasks as needed 
Requirements:
  • At least 15 years old
  • Ability to follow directions and work within a team  
  • Ability to work in a noisy environment. Active machinery will be present during the shift. 
  • Ability to stand for an extended period of time 
  • Ability to bend, twist and lift up to 20 lbs.

Food Distribution

This front-line opportunity provides direct food support to those in need.

Food Distribution

Distribution is an opportunity to work together and directly provide healthy food to clients. It is a highly rewarding role that provides weekly assistance to individuals, couples, and families in need. Tasks include line management, restocking supplies, distributing menu items, program packs, and cleaning duties. All of our distribution locations offer indoor roles, as well as a few outdoor responsibilities.

Group size:
  • Vancouver – Maximum 10 volunteers
  • Burnaby – Maximum 7 volunteers
Locations:
  • 8345 Winston Street, Burnaby
  • 3454 Lougheed Hwy, Vancouver
Shift times:
  • Vancouver - Tuesday to Saturday; shifts are 4 to 7.5 hours in length
  • Burnaby - Friday to Saturday; shifts are 4 to 7.5 hours in length
Responsibilities:
  • Greeting clients and providing any organizational updates.
  • Distributing menu items and following allotment requirements.
  • Sweeping, cleaning the distribution site, and ensuring all sharp objects (ie. Box cutters) are put away.  
  • Restocking stations, recycling packaging and composting spoiled food.  
  • Quality checking and sorting produce before distribution.  
  • Completing other distribution-related tasks as needed 
Requirements:
  • At least 18 years old 
  • Ability to stand for at least 4 hours. 
  • Fluent in speaking English and able to comprehend instructions in English.  
  • Ability to follow directions and work independently.  
  • Ability to bend, lift and twist. Lifting may be required depending on the task. Contact [email protected] to discuss accommodations 
  • Ability to speak multiple languages (i.e. Cantonese, Farsi, Spanish) is an asset. 

Warehouse Support

Experience an active warehouse where every day is different! Volunteers support the day-to-day operations by processing food donations, palletizing orders, light cleaning, and so much more!

Warehouse Support

Volunteering at the GVFB Warehouse is a dynamic opportunity to support our operations department. Each shift is different as tasks are based on our daily needs. Your group may be divided to support various areas: sorting and packing non-perishable donations, quality checking fresh donations, building orders, cleaning, restocking shelves, and so much more. We look forward to hosting your team onsite!

Group size:

Maximum 5 volunteers

Location:

GVFB Warehouse; 8345 Winston Street, Burnaby

Shift times:

Monday - Friday; 3-hour shifts

Responsibilities:
  • Quality checking and sorting perishable (fresh) and non-perishable (dry) donations. 
  • Packing sorted donations into boxes
  • Palletizing orders for deliveries 
  • Following composting procedures 
  • Organizing and repackaging diapers for orders 
  • Sweeping and sanitizing the warehouse 
  • Recycling packaging and composting spoiled food 
  • Assisting with other warehouse-related tasks as needed
Requirements:
  • At least 15 years old
  • Ability to follow directions and work within a team.
  • Ability to work in a noisy environment. Active machinery will be present during the shift. 
  • Ability to work independently and follow directions. 
  • Ability to successfully complete tasks independently; accommodations can be discussed  
  • Ability to bend, twist, and lift up to 30 lbs. Please contact [email protected] to discuss accommodations. 

Community Engagement

Get involved at a local event to help promote the GVFB, educate the public about what we do and generate donations.

Community Engagement

Participate in seasonal events that promote the GVFB, educate the public, and generate donations. These opportunities are also great ways to meet new people and experience fun, local events. Your responsibilities could range from setting up grocery store campaigns to helping with 50/50 draws at festivals like Foodstock.

Locations:

Various locations throughout Burnaby, New Westminster, North Shore, and Vancouver.

Shift times:

Varies depending on the event.

Requirements:

Depends on the event. Customer service, food and beverage, retail and/or events experience is helpful.

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