🌾 Join Our Volunteer Team

Mayne Island Food Bank Society

The Mayne Island Food Bank is powered by neighbours helping neighbours.

We are currently welcoming new volunteers to join our team in supporting food security in our community. Whether you can offer a few hours a month or a regular shift, your time makes a real difference.

What Volunteers Do

Volunteers may help with:

• Sorting and organizing food donations
• Preparing items for distribution
• Supporting distribution days
• Assisting with light administrative tasks
• Helping create a welcoming, respectful environment

No experience is required. Training and orientation are provided.

Who We’re Looking For

We welcome volunteers of all ages, backgrounds, and experiences.

You might be a good fit if you:

• Value kindness and dignity
• Enjoy working as part of a small team
• Can commit to scheduled shifts
• Are comfortable following safety and confidentiality guidelines

We are committed to inclusion and non-discrimination. We welcome volunteers regardless of age, disability, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, or background.

If you require accommodations to participate, please let us know — we will do our best to support you.

Why Volunteer?

Volunteering with the Food Bank means:

• Strengthening community resilience
• Supporting neighbours in times of need
• Building meaningful connections
• Contributing to a safe and respectful service environment

On a small island, this work matters deeply.

What to Expect

All volunteers participate in:

• A short orientation
• Review of confidentiality and safety policies
• Training in food handling and service expectations

We maintain a safe, respectful, and harassment-free environment for volunteers and clients alike.

Interested?

To learn more or express interest, call us at 250.222.3663. We’d love to connect with you.

Together, we can ensure that everyone on Mayne Island has access to food with dignity and respect.