Your time makes meals possible

Everyone can make a difference! From families to corporate groups, from our warehouses to Foxwood to community events, there is something for everyone.

Hunger affects all of us. But together, we can change that.

Your time adds up to real change. See the difference volunteers make every single day.

40

meals

are provided by 1 hour of volunteering

17

full-time employees'

are provided by 1 hour of volunteering

5.9M

lbs of produce

packed & distributed by volunteers last year

Find the right volunteer experience for you

Individual Volunteers

Help sort, pack, and distribute food where it’s needed most. Whether it’s one shift or ongoing support, every hour matters.

Group Volunteering

Bring your friends, coworkers, school group, or congregation for a fun, team-building experience that gives back.

Court-Ordered Volunteers

We welcome court-ordered volunteers and make it easy to find roles that work for your needs and availability.

Why your time matters

Volunteering with the Chattanooga Area Food Bank is about more than lending a hand — it’s about making an immediate impact for neighbors facing hunger. Every task you take on supports our mission to provide nutritious food to every table, every time.

Benefits of volunteering:

Create direct impact in your community
Learn more about local hunger and solutions
Connect with other passionate people
Be part of a mission-driven team

A place for everyone

Share your time and talents at any of our locations across the region:

Chattanooga Warehouse & Garden – Help sort, pack, or grow fresh food for our community.
Foxwood Food Center – Support daily operations and connect directly with those we serve.
Dalton, GA Warehouse – Lend a hand in organizing and distributing essential supplies.
Mobile Pantries – Volunteer on the go as we bring food directly to neighborhoods with high rates of food insecurity.

Need to knows

Before you volunteer

We want your volunteer experience to be smooth and meaningful. Here’s everything you need to know before your first shift, from arrival details to dress code:

Step behind the scenes

Take a guided tour and learn how food moves from donations to distribution, meet our team, and see firsthand how volunteers power our mission.

Schedule a Tour

take action

More ways to get involved

Together, we can create a future where every table is full.

Give

Make an immediate impact by donating today. Every dollar helps provide nutritious meals, fuel critical programs, and support families across Southeast TN and Northwest GA.

Learn

Hunger impacts everything — from health and education to entire communities. Visit our education hub to explore the facts, understand the challenges, and learn how you can be part of the solution.

Host a Food Drive

Gather your coworkers, school, faith group, or community and collect the items our neighbors need most. We’ll provide the resources, tips, and tools to make your drive a success.

Host an Online Fundraiser

Make an even bigger impact by launching a virtual fundraiser. Celebrate a birthday, honor someone special, or rally your network to end hunger — every dollar raised helps put food on our neighbors’ tables.

Request a Speaker

Looking for a guest speaker for your organization, classroom, or community event? Our team can share more about local hunger, CAFB’s work, and how we can end food insecurity together.