Food Bank Volunteering
Support food security in your community
Why It Matters
One of the most universally respected community service activities. Shows consistent commitment to social equity - valued for health, social work, public policy, and virtually any program.
How to Start
Contact your local food bank - search Food Banks Canada to find your nearest member organisation. Most run weekend and evening shifts accessible to students.
Commitment
- Commitment level: Low
- Best starting grade: G7
- You can start in G7. Consistent weekly volunteering over multiple years is far more impressive than a burst of hours.
Programs It Supports
- Social Work
- Public Policy
- Health Sciences
- Humanities