Cochrane Food Bank Society


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The benefits of volunteering:

♥ Sense of Community: Volunteering can help foster a sense of belonging and connection to others.
♥ Personal Growth: Step out of your comfort zone and find a sense of purpose.
♥ New Skills: Learn a new skill and improve existing ones.
♥ Networking: Meet new people and make friends.
♥ Job Prospects: Volunteering can enhance your resume and may lead to better job prospects in the future.
♥ Enjoyment: Volunteering can be a fun and fulfilling activity.
♥ Increased Happiness: Engaging in volunteer work can contribute to higher levels of happiness and satisfaction in life.

 

Where do we need volunteers?

At this time, we are accepting volunteers to help with food distribution, food drives, sorting food and driving.

When do we need volunteers?

Food Bank shifts are available mornings and afternoons, Monday to Thursday. Food drives are held several times a year.

Qualifications for Volunteering:

  • Age eighteen (18) or older
  • Able to Lift and Carry 11.5kg (25 lbs.)

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Want to Volunteer?

Step 1:

Click on the Fill in an application button on the upper right of the screen

Step 2:

 

If you have an existing profile (i.e. you are already volunteering with another organization who uses Better Impact), and have not yet registered with the Cochrane Food Bank as a volunteer, you can complete your application form by entering your existing username and password under the heading “I already have a username”. If you do not have an existing profile, complete your application form under the heading "I am new to MyImpactPage.com".

 

Step 3:

Complete the volunteer application form and submit your application.

 

Step 4:

Your application will be reviewed then you will receive an email from the Food Bank with more information. After you receive orientation or training, you will be able to view and sign up for volunteer opportunities.

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Mission Statement

We believe that access to nutritious food is a basic human right. We are committed to responding to the needs of our neighbors with programs and services that feed the hungry, promote long-term food security and improve the social well-being in our community.