Volunteer

Come and be a part of our amazing team of volunteers.

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Our vision is for a future without the need for food banks, and you can play a role in helping us achieve that goal.

Current opportunities

We have some exciting opportunities to get involved and make a real difference to people in Cardiff.

Foodbank Centre Volunteers Ely and Cathays – Support our food bank sessions across Cardiff, helping to welcome people, provide food parcels, and offer a listening ear.

Trustees – Join our board to help guide the strategic direction of Cardiff Foodbank, shaping the future of our work and ensuring we continue to serve those in need.

Whether you’d like to be hands-on in our community or contribute at a leadership level, we’d love to hear from you.

Cardiff Foodbank Centre Volunteer - Ely

We are looking for an enthusiastic volunteer to join our team at our Ely foodbank.

Where: Ely - Church of the Resurrection

When: Thursdays 12.30pm - 3pm

Key tasks

The role involves:

  • Helping to pack food parcels for people who are in urgent need of support.
  • Supporting the team leader in managing stock levels.
  • Talking with clients to ensure they have all they need.
  • Helping to ensure a dignified experience for everyone visiting a foodbank.

About you

We are looking for a volunteer who can:

  • Commit to regular weekly volunteering.
  • Lift heavy items and bags
  • Be a good team player
  • Be empathetic to the needs of others

Support

  • You will be given all the required training and support before starting your role.
  • You will have weekly support from your volunteer Team Leader and regular contact with the Volunteer Coordinator.
  • We offer Tempo Time Credits to all volunteers.

To apply

Please email: volunteer@cardiff.foodbank.org.uk

We welcome and encourage applications from individuals from a diverse range of backgrounds.

You need to be over 18 years old to apply.

 

Cardiff Foodbank Centre Volunteer - Cathays

Where: Cathays, Cryws Road

When: Alternative Tuesdays 12.45pm - 3pm, or alternative Saturdays 10.15am –1pm

Key tasks

The role is varied and can involve:

  • Welcoming people to the centre.
  • Making refreshments.
  • Helping to pack food parcels.
  • Talking with clients to ensure they have all they need.
  • Signposting to other support agencies.

About you

We are looking for a volunteer who:

  • Can commit to regular fortnightly volunteering.
  • Is reliable and a good team player.
  • Is happy to talk to people visiting the centre.
  • Is empathetic to the needs of others.

Support

You will be given all the required training and support before starting your role. 

You will have continual support from your volunteer Team Leader and regular contact

with the Volunteer Coordinator.

Benefits of volunteering

  • A chance to meet new people
  • Contribute to your local community
  • Build your confidence and feel a sense of purpose
  • All volunteers can receive Tempo Time Credits

To apply

If you would like more information about volunteering or would like an application

form, please email: volunteer@cardiff.foodbank.org.uk 

We welcome and encourage applications with a range of skills and knowledge, and from all backgrounds.

You need to be over 18 years old.