Welcome to Emergency Food Network's volunteer portal!
It would not be possible to distribute more than 18 million pounds of food each year without the help of our amazing volunteers! EFN volunteers help repackage bulk foods for distribution to food pantries, support a variety of roles at our fundraising events, deliver food directly to those in need, and perform behind-the-scene tasks in our office.
With your help we are able to provide Pierce County with a consistent, diverse, and nutritious food supply so that no person goes hungry.
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Empty Bowls
Empty Bowls is an annual event enjoyed by more than 500 people each year. During Empty Bowls, attendees can choose from more than 2,000 bowls to purchase. Volunteers are always needed!
Volunteer to help with different aspects of the event and ensuring guests have a great time. Soup and bread are provided!
Date: Saturday, December 5
Volunteers arrive at 11 a.m. to check in and receive training to be in place before 12 p.m. when the event opens. The event ends at 3 p.m. with clean up taking place right away, bowls go back into boxes and put onto rolling cart/bins.
| Activity | Shifts | Start | End | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cashiers | 0 | 12/5/2026 | 12/5/2026 | |
| Dining Room Attendants | 0 | 12/5/2026 | 12/5/2026 | |
| Floor Assistants | 0 | 12/5/2026 | 12/5/2026 | |
| Greeter/Counter | 0 | 12/5/2026 | 12/5/2026 | |
| Line Managers | 0 | 12/5/2026 | 12/5/2026 | |
| Set Up For Empty Bowls | 0 | 12/4/2026 | 12/4/2026 | |
| Wrappers | 0 | 12/5/2026 | 12/5/2026 | |
Repack Project - For Individuals and Families
Volunteers at our Repack Project help prepare bulk foods for distribution to food banks by repackaging the food into smaller, family portions. Bulk foods may include rice, oats, or pasta.
For more information about an opportunity, click on the green info box.
To sign up, click on the name of the opportunity to see the list of available dates!
| Activity | Shifts | Start | End | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| For Individuals and Families | 2 | 11/12/2026 | 12/30/2026 | |
Reserved for Groups - Repack Project
Volunteers at our Repack Project help prepare bulk foods for distribution to food banks by repackaging the food into smaller, family portions. Bulk foods may include rice, beans, oats frozen corn and peas, oranges, and apples.
To register a group of 8-15 volunteers for the Repack Project, contact Amy@efoodnet.org.
| Activity | Shifts | Start | End | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin Pierce High School | 1 | |||
| Katie's Way | 1 | |||
| Molina | 1 | |||
| Optimist Club | 1 | |||
| Pierce County Parks | 1 | |||
| Puyallup School District - Advance Program | 1 | |||
| Silas High School Key Club | 1 | |||
| Sunrise Rotary | 1 | |||
| West Pierce CERT | 1 | |||
