Volunteer Sunday — Help Pack 1,000 Food Boxes

This is your chance to show up, roll up your sleeves, and make something real happen. In just a few hours, you and your fellow volunteers will pack 1,000 food boxes that go directly to families in our community who need it most. One morning. Massive impact.

Event Details

Date and Time

Sunday, March 15, 2026 — 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Doors open at 8:30 AM for check-in

Location

Riverside Community Center — Warehouse Hall
4820 Riverside Drive, Portland, OR 97201

Parking

Free parking is available in Lot B on Cascade Avenue.
Street parking is also available on Riverside Drive.

What You Will Be Doing

No experience needed — just energy and a great attitude. Our team leaders will guide you through every step. Here is what the morning looks like:

Assembly Line Stations

Work shoulder-to-shoulder with other volunteers along a fast-moving assembly line, passing and loading food items with precision and speed.

Box Packing and Sealing

Pack each box with a balanced selection of pantry staples, fresh produce, and protein. Seal, label, and stack them ready for delivery.

Inventory and Organizing

Help sort incoming donations, organize supply tables, and keep the warehouse floor running smoothly so the whole team can hit 1,000 boxes.

What to Bring

Absolutely nothing — we have got you completely covered. All gloves, aprons, packing materials, and supplies are provided on-site. Just show up in comfortable clothes and closed-toe shoes, and we will handle the rest.

Lunch and refreshments will be available for all volunteers from 12:00 PM onward. Come hungry, leave proud.

Your Morning Feeds 50 Families

Every single box packed on Sunday goes directly to a family in the Portland metro area facing food insecurity. Last year, our volunteers packed over 12,000 boxes across 14 events. This Sunday, you become part of that story. The work is real, the need is urgent, and the impact is immediate.

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Community Food Network — 4820 Riverside Drive, Portland, OR 97201

Questions? Contact us at volunteer@communityfoodnetwork.org

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