Volunteer: Food Runners Needed. Help the Environment. Help Your Neighbors.The Community Food Rescue program, facilitated by Montgomery County Food Council, supports food recovery for the network of food assistance providers in Montgomery County. Community Food Rescue connects food donors, volunteers, and food pantries with wholesome surplus food, recovered and distributed to Montgomery County residents who need it most, in a coordinated, efficient, and equitable way. We are in need of Food Runners – Individuals, families and/or groups that can transport donated, recovered food from food retail and restaurant establishments to the recipient agencies in our network. If you have a vehicle, a good driving record, and a few extra hours, you can volunteer to transport food on a weekly basis, or just for a one-time food run. Choose food runs that fit your schedule using the easy-to-use Chowmatch app. Simply sign up, complete a short online food safety training, accept a food run that works for you, deliver the food, and fill out a brief post-run form. Sign up today! Click: https://tinyurl.com/3br8vjfh Requirements: Must be 18 years old or older Enroll as a Food Runner using the CFR web application (requires computer and internet access, mobile app “Chowmatch”) Ability to lift 25 lbs. A clean vehicle Insurance on that vehicle A driver’s license and good driving record Time—1-3 hours per food run Complete a short evaluation after each food run Speak, read, and write in English This opportunity is NOT open to individuals needing hours for school or court. Desired: Smart phone with texting capabilities. To find out more about signing up to be a food runner, please reach out to Montgomery County Food Council at mocochowmatch@gmail.com.
Organization: Montgomery County Food Council The Community Food Rescue program, facilitated by Montgomery County Food Council, supports food recovery for the network of food assistance providers in Montgomery County. Community Food Rescue connects food donors, volunteers, and food pantries with wholesome surplus food, recovered and distributed to Montgomery County residents who need it most, in a coordinated, efficient, and equitable way. We are in need of Food Runners – Individuals, families and/or groups that can transport donated, recovered food from food retail and restaurant establishments to the recipient agencies in our network. If you have a vehicle, a good driving record, and a few extra hours, you can volunteer to transport food on a weekly basis, or just for a one-time food run. Choose food runs that fit your schedule using the easy-to-use Chowmatch app. Simply sign up, complete a short online food safety training, accept a food run that works for you, deliver the food, and fill out a brief post-run form. Sign up today! Click: https://tinyurl.com/3br8vjfh Requirements: Must be 18 years old or older Enroll as a Food Runner using the CFR web application (requires computer and internet access, mobile app “Chowmatch”) Ability to lift 25 lbs. A clean vehicle Insurance on that vehicle A driver’s license and good driving record Time—1-3 hours per food run Complete a short evaluation after each food run Speak, read, and write in English This opportunity is NOT open to individuals needing hours for school or court. Desired: Smart phone with texting capabilities. To find out more about signing up to be a food runner, please reach out to Montgomery County Food Council at mocochowmatch@gmail.com.
Organization: Montgomery County Food Council Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20814 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Openings for Food Council and Board Membership at Montgomery County Food CouncilThe future of Montgomery County’s food system is at a turning point—and we need bold, committed leaders to guide the way. We are recruiting new Food Council Members and Board Members for the 2026-2027 term. The Food Council annually selects candidates to serve two-year terms on the 25-Member Montgomery County Food Council and/or its 9-Member Board of Directors. Food Council Members serve in a volunteer capacity to guide our Working Groups, Policy Committee, and Equity Impact Committee serving as subject-matter experts and representatives of the Food Council’s work in the community. The Board of Directors governs the overall affairs of the Council as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, with a focus on the mission, values, objectives, achievement of goals, and efficient use of resources.A select number of Food Council Members simultaneously serve on both the Council and the Board to foster connectivity between the two groups.A select number of Food Council Members simultaneously serve on both the Council and the Board to foster connectivity between the two groups.Candidates are invited to express interest in serving on the Council, the Board, or both.Click here to learn more and apply by September 3, 2025 Organization: Montgomery County Food Council The future of Montgomery County’s food system is at a turning point—and we need bold, committed leaders to guide the way. We are recruiting new Food Council Members and Board Members for the 2026-2027 term. The Food Council annually selects candidates to serve two-year terms on the 25-Member Montgomery County Food Council and/or its 9-Member Board of Directors. Food Council Members serve in a volunteer capacity to guide our Working Groups, Policy Committee, and Equity Impact Committee serving as subject-matter experts and representatives of the Food Council’s work in the community. The Board of Directors governs the overall affairs of the Council as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, with a focus on the mission, values, objectives, achievement of goals, and efficient use of resources.A select number of Food Council Members simultaneously serve on both the Council and the Board to foster connectivity between the two groups.A select number of Food Council Members simultaneously serve on both the Council and the Board to foster connectivity between the two groups.Candidates are invited to express interest in serving on the Council, the Board, or both.Click here to learn more and apply by September 3, 2025 Organization: Montgomery County Food Council Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20827 Allow Groups: No |