Volunteer at NFCC

Monday – Friday: 10:00am-1:00pm or 1:30-4:30pm

Saturday: 10:00am-1:00pm. (maximum of 6 volunteers)

There are no evening hours available at this time.

We can most comfortably accommodate up to 17 group volunteers Monday-Friday, and 6 group volunteers on Saturday. The minimum is four. 

We ask our groups to be flexible, but some likely tasks are receiving and sorting donations, counting goods, stocking shelves and general help like moving items, cleaning etc. You may be asked to lift or move heavy items, but you may turn down any task with which you are uncomfortable. You may be outside. You will not be working with our clients.

This waiver is required for every person coming. Waiver is required ONCE every calendar year. Everyone in your group should bring a signed hard copy with them when they come. Please do not bring valuables or large purses/backpacks. We cannot be responsible for your personal items. We will try to provide water bottles and a snack, but you may also bring your own.

Closed-toed shoes are a must! Wear comfortable, modest clothing. You may get a little bit dirty, so plan accordingly. We have gloves if you ask for them.

Please park in our overflow parking lot, directly across Elkins Road from our Thrift and Pantry building. There is a crosswalk down a bit to your right as you come back out of the overflow lot to cross back over to our building. Here is a diagram showing the location of the overflow lot.

Parking Diagram

Please enter through the Food Pantry Entrance – follow the signs on the left side of the building. You can either knock on the Employees Only door or have 1 member of your group go to the desk and ask for Jessica. We ask that groups of 15 or more wait outside if possible, weather permitting. Please be mindful of clients and do not block the entrance.

Please gather your group outside before entering Enter through the main Thrift Shop door, and let a staff member know that your group is there to volunteer. A staff member will be expecting you and will conduct your tour and put you to work. Please be mindful of customers and do not block the door.

Due to the large number of people in the building and limited space, it is difficult for us to wait for late arrivals. One of our staff will provide a brief tour and an overview of NFCC before you receive instructions and meet the supervisor for your activity.

No, please do not bring extra people. We cannot take any children under the age of 13 under any circumstance. This includes infants in carriers.

No one under the age of 13 may volunteer with us under any circumstance. Teens 13-15 years old may volunteer with a parent or adult representative present at all times, volunteering with the teen. High school student groups need to be chaperoned with 1 adult per 4-5 students, and a max of 6 people total. We do not allow middle school groups. This has changed from our past policy.  

We always welcome donations! We appreciate in-kind and financial donations. Non-perishable food items or toiletries for the Food Pantry or clothing or other items for the Thrift Shop are all gladly accepted.

Yes! We love our groups to shop after their shift. You don’t get a discount, but everything is well-priced.

Yes! If you take a group picture or individual pictures of your group working please tag @nfcchelp on social media so we can see all your hard work!

Email the Manager of Volunteer Services or call 678-387-4471.