Use your time, skills, and energy to help people locally and around the world.
People of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities help us achieve our goals. Volunteering is also a great way to meet new people, make new friends, and be part of meaningful work.
Whether you enjoy working with your hands, serving customers, preparing food, fixing equipment, organizing supplies, or helping behind the scenes, there may be a place for you on the Gleaners team.
Help prepare food that will become nutritious meals for people in need. Volunteer tasks may include washing, trimming, cutting, dicing, drying, packaging, and organizing food.
Help serve customers, organize items, support the till, clean furniture, move items, or assist with day-to-day store needs.
Help sort, fold, package, lift, and prepare medical supplies and equipment for shipment to communities and facilities in need around the world.
Some of our most popular volunteer jobs include:
There are many other volunteer positions available.
Start by finding a role that interests you — one that suits your interests, skills, experience, and schedule.
Then contact the Plant or Store to set up a conversation with the appropriate manager. This gives you the chance to learn more about the role and what volunteering with Gleaners involves.
You can contact:
Store Manager, Christiane
250-549-1123
Plant Manager, Russ
250-558-5872
novgleaners@gmail.com
Medical Manager, Wendy
250-558-5872
gleanersmedical@gmail.com
If the role feels right for you, the next step is a meeting. Once everyone is ready to begin, you will receive orientation and training.
If you are unsure which role is right for you, or simply want more information, please contact us.
We are happy to discuss the days and times you have available.
The minimum shift time is usually 4 hours at the plant or store. Volunteers may also help with special events or special projects.
There are usually Monday through Friday morning shifts at the Lavington plant.
The Vernon store operates Monday to Friday from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM and Saturdays from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Please contact us to discuss what may work with your schedule.
Most volunteer roles at Gleaners do not require more experience than preparing vegetables at home or working with customers.
For more specialized roles, such as cashier work or equipment operation, onsite training will be provided.
Absolutely. Volunteers of all ages are welcome.
Daytime shifts are especially popular with retirees and seniors.
Yes. Volunteers are generally asked to be 16 years of age or older.
However, we are happy to speak with groups of young people between the ages of 12 and 16 who can volunteer while accompanied by an adult.
The Gleaners plant and store need volunteers all year long.
We will work with you to accommodate your schedule or travel plans where possible.
The health and safety of our volunteers is very important to us.
Emergency procedures are in place at both facilities. Safety information, orientation, and training are provided before volunteers begin their assignments.
Please contact us for more information. We would be happy to discuss your questions over the phone or in person.
Store Manager, Christiane
250-549-1123
novgleanersstore@gmail.com
Plant Manager, Russ
250-558-5872
novgleaners@gmail.com
Medical Manager, Wendy
250-558-5872
gleanersmedical@gmail.com
Application forms can be emailed to us or dropped off at the Vernon Used Furniture Store:
Vernon Used Furniture Store
4405 29th Street
Vernon, BC
Drop-off Hours:
Monday to Friday: 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
We look forward to welcoming you to our team.
