Individual Volunteering

Whether you can spare an hour a week or a few hours a month, your time can make a real difference with streetbox.

Why Volunteer at StreetBox?

Make a Genuine Difference

Help create a positive impact by supporting a project that provides fresh, nutritious food to local people.

Reduce Food
Waste

Rescue perfectly good surplus food and help prevent it from ending up in landfill.

Support local
people

Play a hands-on role in strengthening local food networks and helping others access quality produce at fair prices.

MEET
NEW PEOPLE

Become part of a welcoming team and connect with others who care about making a positive impact.

LEARN
NEW SKILLS

Gain practical experience in food redistribution, teamwork, customer service and sustainability.

VOLUNTEER AROUND YOUR SCHEDULE

Choose opportunities that fit around your lifestyle, whether you're looking to volunteer regularly or lend a hand when you can.

ENJOY BEING PART OF SOMETHING BIGGER

Join a growing movement that's building a fairer, more sustainable food system for the future.  

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

FOOD RESCUE &
OPERATIONS

  • Help rescue surplus food from local businesses and ensure it reaches people who can benefit from it rather than going to waste.

    Typical responsibilities

    • Collect surplus food from local suppliers

    • Assist with unloading deliveries

    • Help prepare rescued food for redistribution

    Great for...

    People who enjoy practical, hands-on work and want to make an immediate impact.

    APPLY HERE

  • Support the smooth running of StreetBox by helping organise, sort and prepare incoming produce.

    Typical responsibilities

    • Sort and inspect fruit and vegetables

    • Organise stock

    • Pack produce for distribution

    Great for...

    People who enjoy being organised and working behind the scenes. 

    APPLY HERE

  • Transport rescued food safely between suppliers, StreetBox and partner organisations.

    Typical responsibilities

    • Collect surplus food

    • Deliver produce

    • Load and unload crates

    Great for...

    Confident drivers with a full driving licence who enjoy being out and about. 

    APPLY HERE

  • Help identify new opportunities to rescue surplus food from businesses across London.

    Typical responsibilities

    • Research potential food donors

    • Contact local businesses

    • Build relationships with those in the industry

    Great for...

    Friendly communicators who enjoy networking and relationship building.

    APPLY HERE

COMMUNITY

  • Create a welcoming experience for everyone visiting StreetBox’s shop, Bloom Market.

    Typical responsibilities

    • Welcome customers

    • Restock produce

    • Keep displays tidy and inviting

    Great for...

    People who enjoy meeting others and providing excellent customer service. 

    APPLY HERE

  • Represent StreetBox at community events and help spread awareness of our work.

    Typical responsibilities

    • Attend events

    • Speak with local residents

    • Share information about StreetBox

    Great for...

    Confident, friendly people who enjoy engaging with others. 

    APPLY HERE

  • Help grow partnerships with charities, businesses and organisations that share our mission.

    Typical responsibilities

    • Identify partnership opportunities

    • Support collaborative projects

    • Maintain partner communications

    Great for...

    People who enjoy networking, communication and community development.

    APPLY HERE

  • Help raise awareness of StreetBox throughout the local area.

    Typical responsibilities

    • Deliver leaflets and posters

    • Promote local events

    • Support awareness campaigns

    Great for...

    People who enjoy being active in their local neighbourhood. 

    APPLY HERE

Creative

  • Create engaging content that showcases the impact of StreetBox.

    Typical responsibilities

    • Write social media posts

    • Create graphics

    • Capture stories

    Great for...

    People interested in marketing, communications or digital media. 

    APPLY HERE

  • Capture the people, produce and stories that bring StreetBox to life.

    Typical responsibilities

    • Photograph and film events and activities

    • Edit images and videos

    • Build a library of visual content

    Great for...

    Creative individuals with an interest in photography or videography. 

    APPLY HERE

support

  • Support fundraising initiatives that help StreetBox continue its work.

    Typical responsibilities

    • Assist with fundraising events

    • Research funding opportunities

    • Help prepare campaigns

    Great for...

    People who enjoy planning, communication and supporting charitable causes. 

    APPLY HERE

  • Help ensure volunteers have a positive and rewarding experience.

    Typical responsibilities

    • Welcome new volunteers

    • Coordinate schedules

    • Provide ongoing volunteer support

    Great for...

    Organised people with good communication skills. 

    APPLY HERE

  • Overview

    Provide essential administrative support behind the scenes.

    Typical responsibilities

    • Data entry

    • Email correspondence

    • Record keeping

    Great for...

    People who enjoy organisation and attention to detail. 

    APPLY HERE

sustainability

  • Support projects that help StreetBox make even better use of surplus food and reduce environmental impact.

    Typical responsibilities

    • Research sustainability initiatives

    • Explore new food redistribution ideas

    • Support environmental projects

    Great for...

    People interested in sustainability, food systems or environmental innovation. 

    APPLY HERE

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