Volunteer
Want to Help Our in Our Pantry?
Thank you for your interest in getting involved with NETWorks! It takes dozens of volunteers from all over our community to make this ministry happen.
Please sign up for an available volunteer shift. We'll be happy to train you on any of our volunteer jobs while you're here with us!
With our move to our grocery store-style pantry, we have many volunteer positions.
Thank you for helping your neighbors!
NETWorks’ volunteer sign-ups are hosted through Hands On Atlanta, made possible by funding from the Atlanta Community Food Bank.
What does a volunteer at NETWorks do?
We have several different kinds of volunteer opportunities including:
Friendly Reception - Greet neighbors when they come in and coordinate visitors.
Lobby Floor Host - Visit with neighbors and coordinate access to the shopping floor.
New Neighbor Intake - Interact with new visitors to the pantry during the intake process.
Phone - Screen phone calls, set up appointments, provide referrals.
Administrative - Complete daily administrative tasks.
Grocery Floor Guide - Help neighbors as they navigate the shopping experience.
Grocery Check Out - Interact with neighbors as you weigh and record grocery items.
Prayer - Pray with neighbors and/or for their prayer requests.
Restock - Restock the grocery floor, dry goods, cold/frozen foods (separate signup choices).
Incoming Food Management - Weigh, check dates, put items in correct locations.
Pre-pack and Bulk Distribution Prep - Bag items for neighbors who prefer not to shop or for large groups.
Re-pack Bulk Items, Organize Inventory, Restock the Shelves - Work “behind the scenes” when the pantry is closed.
Who Can Volunteer
We welcome volunteers of ALL ages.
Volunteers 13 and younger must be accompanied by a parent/guardian who has to work alongside the youth.
Volunteers 14-17 can volunteer on their own, but we will require paperwork to be signed by a parent/guardian.
Quarterly Volunteer Training
Would you like a little extra training outside of the fast-paced atmosphere of the pantry? NETWorks offers quarterly volunteer trainings designed for both new and seasoned volunteers.
These sessions provide an opportunity to walk through volunteer roles step-by-step, review updates or changes from our partners and funders, answer questions, and deepen your understanding of NETWorks’ programs and processes. Trainings also create space for shared learning, feedback, and connection with staff and fellow volunteers.
Additional one-on-one training is available upon request for volunteers who would like more individualized support or role-specific guidance.