Farming is a Team Sport!

We rely on community volunteers to do what we do

The Food Bank Farm relies on a great group of local volunteers to make the farm work. We have weekly volunteer opportunities on Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings, and once a month Saturdays. We always say that farming is a team sport, so join our team and help us grow healthy, fresh vegetables for our neighbors.

There are also other ways to get involved beyond these regular shifts. If you'd like to learn how you could get plugged in, drop us a note.

Volunteer Opportunities

School or Court Ordered Hours:

At our discretion, you may be able to serve your hours with us. If you have a paper or app we need to sign, that is great, please bring it with you each time.

Court ordered - You MUST Call or email us before signing up.

We need to see your court paperwork and be prepared to let us know what your offense is before volunteering. We will not allow people with violent charges, sexual crimes, or theft to volunteer as well as some other offenses at our discretion. Please call 916-238-8868 or email info@ovfofb.org before registering the first time to discuss your situation.

"I love getting my hands dirty and knowing it will create healthy food for our neighbors in need"

Simone Woods

Volunteer

"We enjoy being an annual supporter of this very important community organization"

Kathleen Massae

Realtor and Sponsor

"The Farm has grown 15,000 pounds of organic veggies each year that are given out through our food bank"

Andrea Scollay
Food Bank Manager

"We revived a dormant piece of land in our community and we're now using it to create a lot of good for our neighbors."

Brad Squires

Founder

What do our volunteers do?

Where do we need help?

About The Farm:

In the early season (Feb. - April) volunteers will help to plant the season's crops.
During the main harvest season (May - Nov.) volunteers spend their time harvesting and washing vegetables.
Regular volunteer hours M-W-F mornings during harvesting season.
Check In on our website or facebook page for upcoming events
All ages and abilities welcome. Children must be supervised.