Volunteering with us is a chance to give something back, become part of a friendly, supportive community, and get valuable work experience.
Scroll down to read more about the different volunteer roles.
Driver
Our volunteer van drivers are vital to our operations. Drivers make sure our food gets delivered to schools, charities and community groups across the North East! Together with your driver’s mate, you’ll spend the day (9am – 3pm) out and about collecting and delivering food. You must be over 18, have a standard driving license and be happy to drive a van. Our volunteer team and Fleet Manager will provide a full induction, training and support.
Click on the location name below to apply to be one of our volunteer drivers!
Warehouse Assistant
Our warehouse volunteers are at the heart of what we do. Warehouse volunteers are of all ages and from all walks of life. They’re responsible for sorting and packing the vital food orders that go out each day to charities across the North East. Every day is different, and you’ll be part of a friendly, supportive and welcoming team.
Click on the location name below to apply to be one of our volunteer warehouse assistants!
Drivers Mate
A crucial member of the van crew, Driver’s Mates work alongside drivers to collect and deliver food to charities, schools and foodbanks across the North East. You’ll help plan routes, navigate, and load and unload vital food supplies. On the way, you’ll get to know the people we deliver food to, as well as other volunteers and members of the FareShare North East team.
Click on the location name below to apply to be one of our volunteer Driver’s Mates!
Community Fundraiser
As a Community Fundraiser, you will be at the forefront of engaging potential supporters, boosting our fundraising efforts, and making a tangible difference in the lives of those in need.
Find out more about the role below!
Office Admin
Are you good with words or an excel wizard? Would you love to volunteer but can’t commit to a warehouse shift? You can support our charity’s daily operations by assisting with phone inquiries, call redirection, message-taking and paperwork completion.
We would love to hear from you!
Perks Of Being A Volunteer
- Active and sociable roles in a sociable environment
- Working reference available after 3 months in the role
- Gain a variety of skills and experience, such as communication and organisation
- Reasonable travel expenses
- You are ensuring that good quality food is not wasted and gets to those who need it most
What Our Volunteers Say
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Volunteering at FareShare North East is a helpful way to spend my week now that I am retired. As a van driver I enjoy seeing the range of charities out there that FareShare delivers food to. The staff and other volunteers are very supportive here.
Anonymous – FareShare North East Volunteer
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Volunteering at FareShare North East makes me feel amazing, there is no better feeling than being able to help other people, it’s a win-win situation!
Gavin – FareShare North East Volunteer
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I would just like to thank you for this wonderful experience volunteering for a very worthwhile cause.
Michelle – FareShare North East Volunteer
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From Prince Charles to pop stars, I have met loads of famous people in my life, but most of all, I have enjoyed meeting a lot of different people through my volunteering with FareShare North East. It gives me a purpose in life and keeps me young. I highly recommend volunteering to anyone!
John – FareShare North East Volunteer
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I have really enjoyed my time at FareShare North East, your regular staff and volunteers have made me feel very welcome. I look forward to volunteering in the future when the Coronavirus pandemic has gone!
Neil – FareShare North East Volunteer
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FareShare North East is a very worthwhile charity who look after their volunteers too. It is very well-organised and on a rare occasion where there is a glitch, things are resolved very quickly.
Simon – FareShare North East Volunteer
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Volunteering provides structure to my week. I know that every Thursday I am at FareShare North East, and that takes priority. Interacting with members of the community [as a van assistant] and knowing that the food is a vital part of helping so many people brings a profound sense of satisfaction.
Moira – FareShare North East Volunteer
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I really enjoy volunteering in the warehouse. There are so many lovely people that work there.
Jemma – FareShare North East Volunteer
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I’ve met some interesting and great people, tasted some delicious food and recently been inspired to cook some new things with celeriac and beetroot
Leigh – FareShare North East Volunteer
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It is good to do something useful and helpful and at the same time I’m developing life skills!
Anna – FareShare North East Volunteer
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I want to be part of a team that makes a difference.
Pat – FareShare North East Volunteer
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Volunteering at FareShare North East makes me feel amazing, there is no better feeling than being able to help other people, it’s a win-win situation!
Lynsey – FareShare North East Volunteer
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I always wanted to volunteer; I wasn’t sure where. My niece died of cancer and she was very brave all the way through her illness. I saw an advert just around the time she died, and it was just like a lightbulb. I knew I had to do it!
Steven F – FareShare North East
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I love being part of a larger team and providing a service that I know matters and makes a difference
Sally H – FareShare North East
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I enjoy the diversity of people I meet at FareShare North East, and feel inspired by the community groups we serve. I also think there is a great culture – I am always made to feel so valued and such an important part of the team.
Ruth B – FareShare North East
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It is an exceptionally welcoming and supportive agency and no-one is under pressure to perform outside of their capabilities. It is efficiently running and is a good environment to experience real team work.
Viv S – FareShare North East
