| Every hour you volunteer makes a difference |
Learn about our volunteer orientation process or sign up for an online information session to get started.
Volunteering is a rewarding way to give back while seeing the impact firsthand. Whether sorting food or supporting in the kitchen, your contribution helps Daily Bread meet the urgent needs of neighbours across Toronto while advocating for long-term change.
Please note that most of our volunteer opportunities take place at our warehouse at 191 New Toronto Street in South Etobicoke, with the exception of special events. If you’re hoping to volunteer at a location closer to you, we encourage you to use our Find a Food Bank page and contact that member agency directly to inquire about their volunteer opportunities.
Weekdays:
8:30am – 11:30am or 12:30pm – 3:30pm
Food Sorting in the Production Hall
Help sort donated food and/or re-package bulk food items in preparation for shipping to Daily Bread member food banks in the city.
Weekdays:
9:00am – 12:00pm or 1:00pm – 4:00pm
4:00pm – 5:30pm
Order Picking in the Warehouse
Help fulfill food orders from member agencies by picking pre-packaged food boxes from shelves and stacking them on pallets.
Weekdays:
8:30am – 11:30am or 12:30pm – 3:30pm
Kitchen Assistance
Help prepare soups and casseroles for meal programs across the city, as well as our on-site daily lunch service.
Weekdays:
8:30am – 4:30pm
Administrative Roles
Help administrative staff by volunteering at our Welcome Centre, fundraising, finance, and/or other departments.
As needed, various shifts available.
Special Events
Help support our seasonal food drives by registering as a Special Event volunteer. You will receive notices of our upcoming Public Food Sorts and food-raising activities that need extra volunteer support.
Weekday and weekend shifts available
Food Bank
Assist food bank clients with check-in and check-out, support clients during their shopping experience and maintain food bank stock. Excellent people and service skills are a must.
Anytime and in your neighbourhood.
Take Action Project (TAP) for Youth
You can earn your community service/volunteer hours while helping to end hunger in Toronto by hosting a food drive in your neighbourhood.
For every 25 non-perishable food items you collect for donation to Daily Bread Food Bank, you will earn one volunteer hour. Register here and please ensure you check the box that says “I’m a high school student interested in earning volunteer hours.”
Get started by creating an account on Volunteer Hub and book your first online info session. If you’re not able to volunteer regularly but would like to sign up for one of our Saturday public food sorts, which happen three or four times a year, you can register for those as soon as they become available, without attending an information session.
No. If you’d like to volunteer in your community, please find your local food bank here and contact them directly about their volunteer opportunities.
The minimum age to volunteer is typically 18.
Daily Bread offers opportunities to volunteer in a number of roles at our headquarters in south Etobicoke, including order picking in our warehouse, food sorting, serving clients in our onsite food bank, prepping food for our kitchen, and assisting in administrative work.
No prior experience is required. We provide all necessary training and orientation before you begin your volunteer shift.
Yes! We welcome community groups, schools (grades 6-12), and corporate teams. It’s a great way to build teamwork while supporting your community.
Absolutely. We encourage youth participation and often have opportunities for high school students who need to complete community service hours. Some age restrictions may apply depending on the activity.
Most shifts are 3 hours long, including a short break. We offer morning, afternoon, and occasional weekend shifts to accommodate different schedules.
No, all volunteer opportunities are available at our headquarters in south Etobicoke, with the exception of special events.
Our facility is located at 191 New Toronto Street, Toronto, Ontario. Free parking is available for volunteers, and the location is accessible by public transit.
Volunteers play a crucial role in helping us sort, pack, and distribute food to thousands of families across Toronto. Your time and effort directly support our mission to end hunger in our community.
Looking to volunteer as a group? Visit our group volunteer page.
