Open Opportunities From: Second Harvest Heartland Volunteer Central

Volunteer Opportunity: FOODRx Patient Connect

Volunteer Volunteer Supervisor: Rebeccah DeLima, Senior Neighbor Services Health Care Advisor 

What You’ll Do 

We’re looking for a compassionate and motivated volunteer to support our award winning FOODRx program, which provides nutritious meals for patients who cannot afford to buy enough healthy food to meet their medical needs.  In this role, you’ll make meaningful phone connections with patients – screening and enrolling them into the program, checking in monthly to ensure they’re supported, and connecting them with additional resources when needed.  You’ll also help with data entry and administrative tasks that keep the program running smoothly.  

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys meaningful phone-based interactions and wants to make a direct impact on our mission to end hunger. 

What You Need 

A genuine interest in helping others  A respectful and empathetic approach to patient interactions  Willingness to learn about FOODRx eligibility requirements and program guidelines  Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow HIPPA regulations  Dependability and a strong sense of responsibility to follow through on commitments  Comfort using a computer and phone to engage with participates from diverse backgrounds 

Physical Demands & Environment 

This is an office-based role involving phone and computer work  Volunteers should be comfortable sitting for extended periods of time and using standard office equipment  The office environment is open and collaborative, with a moderate level of background noise 

Schedule and Flexibility 

Weekly 3-hour shift for a minimum of 6 months  Flexible scheduling is available on Tuesdays between 8:00 am and 4:30pm  Volunteer Location: 7101 Winnetka Ave N, Brooklyn Park, MN 55428 

Training and Support 

We’ll provide onboarding to help you feel confident in your role   You’ll be trained and supported by our Senior Neighbor Services Health Care Advisor 

Communication 

Most communication will take place via email Volunteers will receive regular updates and instructions from their volunteer supervisorOpen lines of communication for questions and feedback

Next Steps 

Click "Respond” and complete the required initiative questions. Someone from Second Harvest Heartland will contact you to schedule a fit discussion.      

Second Harvest Heartland conducts background checks on all volunteers in this position. We reserve the right to decline a volunteer, or dismiss a current volunteer, based on the results of the background

Volunteer Opportunity: Food Box Distribution Volunteer 

Volunteer Supervisor: Jonathan Remus, Neighbor Services Operations Advisor    

What You’ll Do 

As a Food Box Distribution Volunteer, you’ll be the first point of contact for our senior clients, helping distribute nutritious food through our Senior Hunger Program. You’ll support the team with all aspects of the distribution process—from preparing items for pickup to assisting neighbors with loading boxes into their vehicles. Your presence helps ensure a welcoming, organized, and efficient experience for everyone.   

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys connecting with people, staying active, and making a direct impact in the community.   

What You Need 

Strong customer service and interpersonal skills  Ability to work collaboratively with staff and other volunteers  Willingness to take initiative and adapt to changing needs  Comfort with basic physical tasks like lifting and bending A mindset of listening, learning, and growth   

Physical Demands & Environment 

Ability to lift up to 30 pounds  Standing and walking for the duration of the shift  Bending, twisting, and reaching  Working in a warehouse/distribution setting with cement flooring  Exposure to varying noise levels and temperatures   

Schedule and Flexibility 

Frequency: Weekly  Duration: 3-hour shift  Commitment: At least 6 months Location: 7101 Winnetka Ave N, Brooklyn Park, MN 55428  Available Shifts:   Mondays 9am – 12pm Tuesdays 12pm - 3pmThursdays 9am - 12pm

Training and Support 

We’ll provide onboarding to help you feel confident in your role  You’ll be trained and supported by your Volunteer Supervisor  Additional training provided for warehouse support tasks as needed   

Communication 

Most communication outside your volunteer shift will take place via email  Volunteers will receive regular updates and instructions from their volunteer supervisor  Open lines of communication for questions and feedback   

Next Steps: 

Click "Respond" and complete the required initiative questions. Someone from Second Harvest Heartland will contact you to schedule a fit discussion.   

Second Harvest Heartland conducts background checks on all volunteers in this position. We reserve the right to decline a volunteer, or dismiss a current volunteer, based on the results of the background check.

Volunteer Opportunity: Senior Hunger Site Partner – Seal High Rise

Volunteer Supervisor: Marie Lattner, CSFP Coordinator

What You’ll Do  

We’re looking for a volunteer to support our Senior Hunger Program, which provides a monthly box of nutritious food to low-income seniors aged 60 and over. In this role, you’ll help set up the distribution area, assist participants through the sign-in and food pick-up process, verify income eligibility, and ensure all site paperwork is submitted. You’ll also lift and load boxes of groceries weighing 35+ pounds, all while creating a welcoming and respectful environment for our senior participants.    

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work and wants to make a direct impact in ending hunger.   

What You Need   

Ability to interact patiently and empathetically with seniors from diverse backgrounds  Commitment to excellent customer service  Dependability and reliability  Willingness to listen, learn, and grow   

Physical Demands & Environment   

Ability to lift and carry 35+ pound boxes  Active role in a distribution setting   

Schedule and Flexibility   

Frequency: 1st Tuesday of every monthShift: 11am - 12:30pmCommitment: Minimum of 12 months Location: Seal Highrise - 825 Seal Street, St. Paul MN 55114

Training and Support  

We’ll provide onboarding to help you feel confident in your role   You’ll be trained and supported by our CSFP Site Coordinator     

Communication  

Most communication will take place via email    Volunteers will receive regular updates and instructions from their volunteer supervisor  Open lines of communication for questions and feedback   

Next Steps 

Click "Respond” and complete the required initiative questions. Someone from Second Harvest Heartland will contact you to schedule a fit discussion.      

Second Harvest Heartland conducts background checks on all volunteers in this position. We reserve the right to decline a volunteer, or dismiss a current volunteer, based on the results of the background check.

Program Overview

For many Minnesotans, aging and/or chronic health conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure or heart disease means making difficult choices – housing, medication, or healthy foods?  At Second Harvest Heartland our innovate FOODRx and Senior Hunger programs work to ensure this difficult choice does not have to be made.  We are all in this together and with your partnership we can deliver nutritious food directly to those impacted by hunger.

Seniors enrolled in the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) receive a monthly food box, which helps them channel precious financial resources toward urgent expenses like medicine and utilities instead of groceries.

Individuals enrolled in the FOODRx program receive nutrition boxes that are medically tailored and culturally connected to each individual, complete with recipe cards and educational materials.

What you’ll do:

Pick up CSFP and/or FOODRx boxes from our Brooklyn Park Facility Use a predetermined route to deliver each box Communicate openly with staff regarding deliveries

What’s in it for you: 

Hands-on food insecurity experience at one of the largest Feeding America food banks Networking opportunities & educational events Resume builder

What you’re committing to:

Providing open and honest feedback Deliveries to 5-6 locations once monthly, or more depending on availability, for a minimum of 12 months Using your own vehicle for deliveries – recommended to have a hatchback or larger to accommodate boxes

When and where you’ll volunteer:

Volunteer Location: Pick-up boxes at our Brooklyn Park facility, delivery to Minneapolis & St. Paul Days of the week: Flexible, pick ups must happen on weekdays Time of day: Pick up must happen between 9am and 4pm; Deliveries must happen the same day

What’s Next?

To Apply: Click "Respond” and complete the required initiative questions.  Someone from Second Harvest Heartland will contact you about next steps.

 

Second Harvest Heartland conducts background and motor vehicle record checks on all volunteers in this position. We reserve the right to decline a volunteer, or dismiss a current volunteer, based on the results of the background or motor vehicle record check.

 

Program Overview

Through our Senior Hunger Program, Second Harvest Heartland provides a box of nutritious food each month to low-income seniors 60 years and over. Volunteers in this role will pick up clients’ CSFP boxes at Guardian Angels Senior Housing in Zimmerman and deliver them to their homes. We are all in this together and with your partnership we can deliver nutritious food to more seniors at risk of hunger.

What you’ll do:

Pick up paperwork and food box at Guardian Angels Senior Housing in Elk River Deliver food to clients in Zimmerman Assure client completes Signature Log Sheet each month, and return paperwork to SHH

What’s in it for you: 

Hands-on food insecurity experience at one of the largest Feeding America food banks Networking opportunities & educational events Further develop relationship building skills Resume builder

What you’re committing to:

Once monthly for a minimum of 12 months Using your own vehicle for deliveries Ability to lift and carry up to 35+ pounds Providing excellent customer service Being dependable and reliable Having the ability to interact patiently and with empathy with participants from diverse backgrounds

When and where will you volunteer:

Volunteer Location: Guardian Angel Senior Services, Zimmerman MN Days of the week: 3rd Monday of the month Time of day: 2:00pm

What’s Next?

To Apply: Click "Respond” and complete the required initiative questions.  Someone from Second Harvest Heartland will contact you about next steps.

Second Harvest Heartland conducts background and motor vehicle record checks on all volunteers in this position. We reserve the right to decline a volunteer, or dismiss a current volunteer, based on the results of the background or motor vehicle record check.

Volunteer Opportunity: Senior Hunger Site Partner – Spring Manor

Volunteer Supervisor: Emily Ernst, CSFP Program Advisor

What You’ll Do  

We’re looking for a volunteer to support our Senior Hunger Program, which provides a monthly box of nutritious food to low-income seniors aged 60 and over. In this role, you’ll help set up the distribution area, assist participants through the sign-in and food pick-up process, verify income eligibility, and ensure all site paperwork is submitted. You’ll also lift and load boxes of groceries weighing 35+ pounds, all while creating a welcoming and respectful environment for our senior participants.    

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work and wants to make a direct impact in ending hunger.   

What You Need   

Ability to interact patiently and empathetically with seniors from diverse backgrounds  Commitment to excellent customer service  Dependability and reliability  Willingness to listen, learn, and grow   

Physical Demands & Environment   

Ability to lift and carry 35+ pound boxes  Active role in a distribution setting   

Schedule and Flexibility   

Frequency: 2nd Wednesday of every monthDuration: 1 hour - 12:45pm - 1:45pmCommitment: Minimum of 12 months  Location: Spring Manor - 828 Spring St NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413

Training and Support  

We’ll provide onboarding to help you feel confident in your role   You’ll be trained and supported by our CSFP Program Advisor 

Communication  

Most communication will take place via email    Volunteers will receive regular updates and instructions from their volunteer supervisor  Open lines of communication for questions and feedback   

Next Steps 

Click "Respond” and complete the required initiative questions. Someone from Second Harvest Heartland will contact you to schedule a fit discussion.      

Second Harvest Heartland conducts background checks on all volunteers in this position. We reserve the right to decline a volunteer, or dismiss a current volunteer, based on the results of the background check.

Program Overview

Through our Senior Hunger Program, Second Harvest Heartland provides a box of nutritious food each month to low-income seniors 60 years and over. Volunteers in this role provide excellent customer service to our seniors and ensure the distribution runs smoothly.  We are all in this together and with your partnership we can deliver nutritious food to more seniors at risk of hunger.

What you’ll do:

Set up for food box distribution Submit site paperwork to Second Harvest Heartland staff Assist participants in moving through sign-in process and food pick up area Verify participants income eligibility Life and load a 35+ pound boxes of groceries

What’s in it for you: 

Hands-on food insecurity experience at one of the largest Feeding America food banks Networking opportunities & educational events Further develop relationship building skills Resume builder

What you’re committing to:

Once monthly for 1 hour, for a minimum of 12 months Bringing a mindset of listening, learning, and growth to your professional development Providing excellent customer service Being dependable and reliable Having the ability interact patiently and with empathy with participants from diverse backgrounds

When and where will you volunteer:

Volunteer Location: Hamilton Manor, Minneapolis MN  Days of the week: 3rd Wednesday of the month  Time of day: 11:45am - 12:45pm

What’s Next?

To Apply: Click "Respond” and complete the required initiative questions.  Someone from Second Harvest Heartland will contact you about next steps.
 

Second Harvest Heartland conducts background checks on all volunteers in this position. We reserve the right to decline a volunteer, or dismiss a current volunteer, based on the results of the background check.