Volunteers are the heart of our organization. Every year, our volunteers generously contribute more than 60,000 hours of their time.
These volunteers help us collect, sort, repack and distribute enough food to provide millions of meals every year. When you volunteer for the Food Bank, you are working toward ending hunger in our community.
We welcome both groups and individuals, including corporate commitments. All volunteering commitments are available all year long, including roles at special events.
Your helping hands mean the world to people in need of food. There are so many ways to volunteer at Food Bank for Larimer County, and every bit helps us help others. We provide the training, the safe environment, and the communal fun. All you have to do is show up.
If you have questions about what it’s like to volunteer for the Food Bank, contact one of our team members listed below.
Tasha, HR & Volunteer Director
Kimberly, Volunteer Manager
Elizabeth, Volunteer Coordinator
Fort Collins Fresh Food Share No-Cost Market
Beth, Volunteer & Donor Relations Assistant | 970-829-0161
Loveland Fresh Food Share No-Cost Market:
Pepper, Volunteer & Donor Relations Assistant | 970-829-0162
In 2024:
6% of Individual Volunteers and 47% of groups stated they were financial donors of the Food Bank.
In 2024:
7% of individuals and 13% of group members stated they are or have been a Food Bank client.
We currently have a total of 1,403 groups volunteering for the Food Bank, a record number since we began tracking.
In 2024:
Our team of volunteers worked together to fill 94% of shifts posted. Surpassing our goal of 70%!
To get started as a volunteer with the Food Bank, just complete the Volunteer Application that aligns with how you want to volunteer on our main volunteer page. Once we receive your application one of our volunteer coordinators will follow up with next steps.
Yes! Our Fresh Food Share pantries are open on Saturdays, and we need volunteers to serve our clients. You can volunteer at either our Fort Collins Fresh Food Share (1301 Blue Spruce Dr.) or our Loveland Fresh Food Share on (2600 N. Lincoln Ave.). All of our locations are closed on Sundays.
Yes, we ask that each person volunteering complete an application. If your child does not have an email address, please use your email address.
Ages 10-15 can volunteer, but must be accompanied by a parent or guardian, who has also completed a volunteer application, so we can schedule you together.
Yes, there are volunteer options at each of the following locations:
Fort Collins pantry: 1301 Blue Spruce Drive
Loveland pantry: 2600 N. Lincoln Ave.
Loveland warehouse and business office: 5706 Wright Drive
Loveland kitchen: 5706 Wright Drive
Currently, these are the days, times, and locations to volunteer at the Food Bank:
Fort Collins pantry: 1301 Blue Spruce Drive
Loveland pantry: 2600 N. Lincoln Ave.
Loveland warehouse and business office: 5706 Wright Drive
Loveland kitchen: 5706 Wright Drive
Yes, we realize not everyone can regularly give two hours of time and we are happy to work with you on a flexible schedule.
While face masks are not required, we do encourage their use. Masks are available on site for anyone who may need them. In addition, all volunteers must wear closed toe shoes. For your comfort you may want to dress in layers and include a light pullover.
Our volunteer coordinators are happy to answer any questions about getting started with the Food Bank. You can email our volunteer coordinators at volunteerinfo@foodbanklarimer.org, call 970-530-3113, or call 970-829-0155.
To get started with group volunteering with the Food Bank, just complete the Group Volunteer Interest Form. Once we receive your form, one of our volunteer coordinators will follow up with next steps.
Yes, there are group volunteer options at all of our locations.
Due to the high-risk nature of our clientele, we cannot allow court-referred volunteers who have been, or expect to be, charged with the following charges:
Court-Referred Age Requirement
Feeding America issued notice of an urgent product recall of a variety of Albertsons Companies/Supplier products Oct. 3.
The Food Bank has isolated and disposed of these products and made all Food Bank partners aware of the situation. Anyone who may have received these products is asked to dispose of them.
UPDATE: We are currently providing support to our partner agencies. Hygiene items are the most requested, including diapers, period products, toothbrushes and toothpaste. Visit any of our locations to donate food or supplies.
The Food Bank for Larimer County is carefully monitoring the status of the Alexander Mountain Fire.
If you or someone you know needs food, please know that the Food Bank’s no-cost markets are available as a resource.
Locations and hours:
Loveland Fresh Food Share, 2600 N. Lincoln St., in Loveland
Fort Collins Fresh Food Share, 1301 Blue Spruce Dr., Fort Collins
10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday and noon to 3 p.m. Wednesday
The Fresh Food Shares are closed Saturday, February 15.
The office is closed Monday, February 17.
Nuestras despensas de fresh food share están cerradas el sábado 15 de febrero.
Nuestras oficina del banco de comida estará cerrada el lunes 17 de febrero.
The Food Bank for Larimer County Fresh Food Share no-cost markets offices will be closed Saturday, April 5th.
This affects both shopping locations in Fort Collins and Loveland.
Administrative offices will be closed Friday, April 4th
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Los mercados gratuitos y las oficinas administrativas del Banco de Alimentos del Condado de Larimer Fresh Food Share estarán cerrados el sábado 5 de abril.
Esto afecta a ambos centros comerciales de Fort Collins y Loveland.
ROAD CLOSURES WILL IMPACT EASY ACCESS TO FORT COLLINS FOOD SHARE:
A full closure of northbound College Ave. in Fort Collins will affect easy/regular access to our Food Share location at 1301 Blue Spruce from April 15 – 19. Plan accordingly.
PLEASE NOTE: The Loveland Fresh Food Share has closed early Saturday, Feb. 24. It will re-open during regular business hours Tuesday.
FOOD BANK CLOSURE:
The Food Bank Food Share location at both Fort Collins (Blue Spruce) and Loveland (Lincoln Ave.) are closed Saturday, April 6.
Administrative Offices at Wright Drive in Loveland are closed Friday, April 5.
CIERRE DEL BANCO DE ALIMENTOS:
Las ubicaciones de Food Share del Banco de Alimentos en Fort Collins (Blue Spruce) y Loveland (Lincoln Ave.) estarán cerradas el sábado 6 de abril.
Las oficinas administrativas en Wright Drive en Loveland estarán cerradas el viernes 5 de abril.
Due to winter holidays, please observe the changes in our regular schedule listed below:
Dec. 23-26: Food Share Pantries & Administrative Offices CLOSED
Dec. 27-29: OPEN Regular Hours
Dec. 30 – Jan. 1: Food Share Pantries & Administrative Offices CLOSED
Jan. 2: OPEN – Resume Regular Hours
At FBLC we are not all the same. And that is our greatest strength. We draw from our differences of who we are, what we have experienced, and how we think. We cultivate a dynamic and diverse work environment, one that plays a critical role in our ambitious work to end hunger, so we believe in including everyone.
FBLC is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws and ordinances in the provisions of its programs, services, or activities to include discrimination against a person because the person complained about discrimination, filed a charge of discrimination, or participated in a discrimination investigation or lawsuit.
FBLC’s management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities, and programs and general treatment during employment.
Our goal is to attract, develop, retain, and promote a talented diverse workforce in a culture where all employees will contribute to their fullest potential.
FBLC endeavors to make our careers site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact our Human Resources team at hr@foodbanklarimer.org. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
If you believe you can shine in one of our roles, we encourage you to apply!
Be aware of altered Food Share hours during the week of
Thanksgiving:
Monday, November 20 | OPEN | 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Tuesday, November 21 | OPEN | 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Wednesday, November 22 | OPEN | noon – 3:00 pm
Thursday, November 23 | CLOSED
Friday, November 24 | CLOSED
Saturday, November 25 | CLOSED
Sunday, November 26 | CLOSED
Monday, November 27 | CLOSED – Regular schedule resumes
The most important thing for you to know, is the Food Bank for Larimer County IS NOT A GOVERNMENT AGENCY. No matter what happens, we will remain open and available to support you.
There will be other changes you’ll need to know about. Click here to learn more.
Lo más importante que debe saber es que el Banco de Comida del Condado de Larimer NO ES UNA AGENCIA GOBERNAMENTAL. Pase lo que pase, permaneceremos abiertos y disponibles para apoyarlos.
Habrá otros cambios que necesitarás conocer. Clic aquí para saber más.
The Food Bank for Larimer County’s no-cost markets will be closed Saturday, Aug. 31.
Our Administrative Office will be closed Monday, September 2.
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El Banco de Comida estará cerrado sábado, 31 de agosto y lunes, 2 de septiembre.
Food Bank for Larimer County is closed Wednesday, August 23, 2023.
Banco de comida ester estará cerrado el miércoles, 23 de agosto de 2023.
