Thank you for your interest in volunteering!

Volunteering is one of the most direct ways to end hunger on Long Island. In fact, we rely on 60,000+ hours of annual service from our volunteers to support our mission!

Join us on your own, with your family, or as a corporate team to help deliver fresh, nutritious food to neighbors in need. Along the way, you’ll build connections, give back locally, and see firsthand how your time makes a difference.

See ways you can volunteer below, and register to learn more! Please do not create multiple volunteer accounts.

Contact Tracey Griffin at Tracey@IslandHarvest.org or call us at 631-873-4775 x208 with questions.

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Corporate volunteer groups play a vital role in powering our mission. Whether packing food in our warehouse or tending crops at our Healthy Harvest Farm, their time and energy make a real impact. In return, teams gain a meaningful, hands-on experience that strengthens bonds while supporting the very communities they live and work in. Contact Phyllis Ciccone at phyllis@islandharvest.org or call 631-872-4775 x226 for more information.

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Your Time Can Help Feed Hope—Here's How.

Warehouse Volunteers

Build Senior Food Boxes, sort donations, and distribute food to our network of food pantries and soup kitchens.

Food Distributions

Distribute food, including loading cars and home deliveries, at community and mobile sites.

Farm Work

Help plant and harvest fresh produce for the community on our 2-acre organic farm in Brentwood.

Local Food Drives

Support community food drives at local retailers by handing out flyers and encouraging food and fund donations.

Office Support

Make phone calls, copies, and other office work, including opportunities to volunteer from home.

Lend Your Talent

Are you a photographer, writer, marketer, or professional in other areas that could be of assistance? You can volunteer your expertise!

FAQs

1Where are you located?

Our facilities are located in Melville, Uniondale, and Calverton and our Healthy Harvest Farm is located in Brentwood. Our volunteer opportunities take place across Long Island! The location for each event is listed on our volunteer website.

2When can I volunteer?

We have volunteer opportunities Monday-Friday in the mornings and afternoons, with the occasional weekend opportunity.

3Do you offer evening or weekend volunteer opportunities?

We will have some weekend volunteer opportunities available throughout the year. They will be posted on our volunteer website.

4What is the minimum age for volunteering?

The minimum age for volunteering is 12 years old, and we ask that anyone under 16 years old is accompanied by a parent or guardian.

5Do I need to attend an orientation?

There is no mandatory orientation. Prior to beginning each volunteer assignment, an Island Harvest staff member on site will go over roles and responsibilities.

6What do I need to wear when I volunteer?

Everyone must wear closed-toe shoes when volunteering with us.

7Can I complete community service at Island Harvest Food Bank?

Yes, we do have opportunities to complete community service hours for school, church, work, scouts, or court. If you need to complete court-mandated community service, please read over our requirements: Click Here.

8What do I do if I need to cancel my registration?

You can cancel your registration until 2 days prior to your event. If you need to cancel within 2 days of your event, you must email volunteersupport@islandharvest.org.

9Will my volunteer event be cancelled due to inclement weather?

You should go to your scheduled event as planned unless you are notified of a cancellation by an Island Harvest staff member.

10I have additional questions that are not listed here. Who can I contact?

You may contact volunteersupport@islandharvest.org or call us at 631-873-4775.

Looking for a rewarding team-building experience?

Island Harvest has projects for small and large groups whether you are affiliated with a community organization, school, or corporation.

Please contact volunteersupport@islandharvest.org or call us at 631-873-4775.