Opportunities From: Golden Harvest Food Bank

Be an everyday hero and help us sow seeds of change and ensure our farm stays beautiful, efficient, and welcoming. From planting to harvesting to keeping pathways clear and beds weed-free, your hands will create an oasis in the middle of a food desert.

Our Urban Farm is located at 702 Fenwick St, Augusta, GA, directly across the street from The James Brown Arena.

When you arrive:

1.     Drive up to the main entrance gate and press the button on the call box. A staff member inside will remotely open the gate for you.

2.     Park your car in one of the designated volunteer parking spaces.

Getting to the farm entrance:

·        Stand facing The Master’s Table Soup Kitchen building.

·        The entrance to the Urban Farm is to the left of the volunteer door, down the sidewalk.

Attire: Get ready to get down and dirty! Wear comfortable shoes or boots suitable for gardening, and don't forget your essentials for working outdoors - think bug spray, a hat, sunscreen, gardening or work gloves, and a trusty water bottle to keep you hydrated.

Who Can Join: We welcome volunteers aged 8 and above to join our gardening adventures. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, there's something for everyone to learn and contribute!

What to Expect: Get ready for a hands-on experience that's as rewarding as it is educational. From mulching to weeding, planting to harvesting vegetables, and even getting down and dirty with composting, there's a whole world of gardening tasks waiting for you. And yes, you might break a sweat, so dress casually so you don't mind getting a little grubby.

Strength Required: While gardening is therapeutic, it can also be quite the workout! Be prepared to flex those muscles and lift at least 50 pounds during our gardening sessions.

The Aiken Campus Volunteer Center is located 46 Enterprise Ave, Aiken, SC

Volunteers at the Aiken Campus help support multiple programs from packing Backpack Meals for students, assembling Senior Boxes, packing Meals for Families, sorting and packing canned goods, or sorting fresh produce.

Volunteers ages 8 and up. Anyone under 18 must be signed up by a guardian.

Schedule: Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Volunteer Requirements & Policies:

All Volunteers should ensure that they are signed up properly for each shift before the shift start time. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the shift start for a brief orientation. All volunteers should check in at the kiosk in each location on the tablets provided. 

Golden Harvest requires Volunteers to adhere to the following dress code:

Please dress in comfortable, casual clothes that can get dirty/sweaty and comfortable, closed toe shoes for standing.

closed toed shoes only (no sandals)no athletic leggingsno sleeveless or cropped topsskirts and shorts must be at least fingertip lengthVolunteers who come inappropriately dressed will be asked to change before their shiftVolunteers should be comfortable standing for 2-3 hours in an assembly line and lifting 5-10 pounds repeatedlyThe use of cell phones, headphones, and earbuds is discouraged during volunteer activitiesPlease reschedule if you feel sick or unwellGolden Harvest is smoke free and drug free environmentTheft, harassment, or abuse will not be tolerated.

If you have a group larger than 5, please sign up under the Group Opportunities or email volunteers@goldenharvest.org

Augusta Campus Volunteering

Our Augusta Campus features two volunteer centers: The Sue W. Harrison Volunteer Center in the Main Building (Headquaters) and The Food Lion Feeds Produce Rescue Center. As we launch our new volunteer opportunity at the Produce Rescue Center, all volunteers will currently check in at our Main Building: 3310 Commerce Dr. Augusta, GA 30909

During your shift, you may be packing Backpack Meals for students, assembling Senior Boxes, packing Meals for Families, sorting and packing canned goods, or sorting fresh produce.

Volunteers ages 8 and up. Anyone under 18 must be signed up by a guardian.

Schedule: Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Volunteer Requirements & Policies:

Checking InAll Volunteers should ensure that they are signed up properly for each shift before the shift start time. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the shift start for a brief orientation. All volunteers should check in at the kiosk in each location on the tablets provided. Dress Code Please dress in comfortable, casual clothes that can get dirty/sweaty Golden Harvest requires Volunteers to adhere to the following dress code:

closed toed shoes only (no sandals)no athletic leggingsno sleeveless or cropped topsskirts and shorts must be at least fingertip lengthVolunteers who come inappropriately dressed will be asked to change before their shiftVolunteers should be comfortable standing for 2-3 hours in an assembly line and lifting 5-10 pounds repeatedlyThe use of cell phones, headphones, and earbuds is discouraged during volunteer activitiesPlease reschedule if you feel sick or unwellGolden Harvest is smoke free and drug free environmentTheft, harassment, or abuse will not be tolerated.GroupsIf you have a group larger than 5, please sign up under a "team" or email volunteers@goldenharvest.org.Group leaders should confirm that all members of their team are all signed up under the team name or have each signed a waiver and are aware of the dress code. *Volunteers under age 18 need to have parent/guardian sign the waiver.

Augusta Campus Volunteering

Our Augusta Campus features two volunteer centers: The Sue W. Harrison Volunteer Center in the Main Building (Headquaters) and The Food Lion Feeds Volunteer Center in the Produce Rescue Center. As we launch our new volunteer opportunity at the Produce Rescue Center, all volunteers will currently check in at our Main Building: 3310 Commerce Dr. Augusta, GA 30909

During your shift, you may be packing Backpack Meals for students, assembling Senior Boxes, packing Meals for Families, sorting and packing canned goods, or sorting fresh produce.

Volunteers ages 8 and up. Anyone under 18 must be signed up by a guardian. 

Schedule:

Monday – Friday 1:30 - 4:00 p.m.

Volunteer Requirements & Policies:

Checking InAll Volunteers should ensure that they are signed up properly for each shift before the shift start time. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the shift start for a brief orientation. All volunteers should check in at the kiosk in each location on the tablets provided. Dress Code Please dress in comfortable, casual clothes that can get dirty/sweaty Golden Harvest requires Volunteers to adhere to the following dress code:

closed toed shoes only (no sandals)no athletic leggingsno sleeveless or cropped topsskirts and shorts must be at least fingertip lengthVolunteers who come inappropriately dressed will be asked to change before their shiftVolunteers should be comfortable standing for 2-3 hours in an assembly line and lifting 5-10 pounds repeatedlyThe use of cell phones, headphones, and earbuds is discouraged during volunteer activitiesPlease reschedule if you feel sick or unwellGolden Harvest is smoke free and drug free environmentTheft, harassment, or abuse will not be tolerated.GroupsIf you have a group larger than 5, please sign up under a "team" or email volunteers@goldenharvest.org.Group leaders should confirm that all members of their team are all signed up under the team name or have each signed a waiver and are aware of the dress code. *Volunteers under age 18 need to have parent/guardian sign the waiver.

Meal Prep

Help us prepare meals for our guests. Serving our community at The Master's Table Soup Kitchen is a fun and rewarding way to spend the morning.     

702 Fenwick Street, across the street from the James Brown Arena.

Volunteers ages 18 and up only for meal prep. 

     

Meal prep volunteers help Staff get ready for the dining service. Meal prep may include chopping, cleaning, stirring, mixing, opening, plating or possibly cooking food for guests. Meal prep volunteers also set up the dining room for service including rolling utensils, stacking trays, setting tables and placing chairs or any last minute cleaning needed. 

 

Schedule:

7 days a week 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Volunteer Requirements & Policies:

Volunteers should be comfortable standing for 2+ hours.

Please dress in comfortable, casual clothes that can get messy and comfortable closed toe shoes for standing.

Golden Harvest requires Volunteers to adhere to the following dress code: closed toed shoes only (no sandals), no athletic leggings, no sleeveless or cropped tops, skirts and shorts must be no shorter than two inches above the kneecap.  Volunteers who come inappropriately dressed will be asked to change before their shift.

Hairnets, aprons and latex gloves are available in the kitchen and should be worn at all times while in the kitchen or dining room area.

The use of cell phones, headphones, and earbuds is discouraged during volunteer activities.

Please reschedule if you feel sick or unwell

Golden Harvest is smoke free and drug free environment.

Theft, harassment, or abuse will not be tolerated.

If you have a group larger than 5, please sign up under the Group Opportunities or email volunteers@goldenharvest.org

ARRIVAL INFORMATION

Arrive 15 minutes before start of shift (8:15am) for orientation.

Gate entrance and exit: Approach the entrance gate, briefly step out of your vehicle, then press/hold the call button on the silver box for 5 seconds. Please allow 1-2 minutes for the staff to open the gate. The exit gate is labeled, has a sensor and will automatically open as your vehicle slowly approaches.

There are lockers at this location for volunteers, however, we recommend securing personal items inside your vehicle.

After parking your vehicle, enter through the door labeled “Volunteer Entrance”. The volunteer room is located on the LEFT and the kitchen is located on the RIGHT. As you enter through the volunteer door, on the wall to your left is the IPad to sign in (also sign out before you leave). Wait in the volunteer room, until orientation with a Golden Harvest staff member is completed.  Sticker nametags are located in the volunteer room. You can use initials or a nickname.

Dining Servers

Help us serve meals to our guests. Serving our community at The Master's Table Soup Kitchen is a fun and rewarding way to spend the morning.     

702 Fenwick St is located across the street from the James Brown Arena.

Volunteers ages 13 and up. Anyone under 18 must be signed up by a guardian.

                

Schedule:

7 days a week 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Volunteer Requirements & Policies:

Volunteers should be comfortable standing for 2+ hours.

Please dress in comfortable, casual clothes that can get messy and comfortable closed toe shoes for standing.

Golden Harvest requires Volunteers to adhere to the following dress code: closed toed shoes only (no sandals), no athletic leggings, no sleeveless or cropped tops, skirts and shorts must be no shorter than two inches above the kneecap.  Volunteers who come inappropriately dressed will be asked to change before their shift.

Hairnets, aprons and latex gloves are available in the kitchen and should be worn at all times while in the kitchen or dining room area.

The use of cell phones, headphones, and earbuds is discouraged during volunteer activities.

Please reschedule if you feel sick or unwell

Golden Harvest is smoke free and drug free environment.

Theft, harassment, or abuse will not be tolerated.

If you have a group larger than 5, please sign up under the Group Opportunities or email volunteers@goldenharvest.org

ARRIVAL INFORMATION

Arrive 15 minutes before start of shift (10:15am) for orientation.

Gate entrance and exit: Approach the entrance gate, briefly step out of your vehicle, then press/hold the call button on the silver box for 5 seconds. Please allow 1-2 minutes for the staff to open the gate. The exit gate is labeled, has a sensor and will automatically open as your vehicle slowly approaches.

There are lockers at this location for volunteers, however, we recommend securing personal items inside your vehicle.

After parking your vehicle, enter through the door labeled “Volunteer Entrance”. The volunteer room is located on the LEFT and the kitchen is located on the RIGHT. As you enter through the volunteer door, on the wall to your left is the IPad to sign in (also sign out before you leave). Wait in the volunteer room, until orientation with a Golden Harvest staff member is completed.  Sticker nametags are located in the volunteer room. You can use initials or a nickname.

No urban farm is complete without chickens.  Our flock is family and needs to be shown we care on a weekly basis.  This volunteer shift is best for those who are not afraid of chickens and/or have always wanted to know what it is like to have farm animals.  

Weekly Chicken Care:

If the day allows, open the coop and let the chickens out.  If there will be large groups or lots of construction, please consider leaving the chickens inside the coop so they remain safe and stress-free. Check for Eggs

Egg Collection:

·       Collect eggs every morning when you arrive at The Urban Farm. Freshly laid eggs should be in the nesting boxes located in the coop.

·       Wash away any dirt or debris. 

·       Place eggs in egg cartons located in the refrigerator which is located in the storage shed by the front entrance to the farm. 

·       If a new carton is needed, empty cartons can be found on the shelves located in the storage shed.  Urban Farm shelves are located right inside the entrance to the storage shed. 

·       When using a new carton, please record the start date on the carton. 

o   Locate blue painter’s tape. 

o   Rip off a piece and adhere to egg carton. 

o   Use a marker to record the date of the first egg/s placed in the carton. 

Check food levels - replenish as needed.  Chicken food is located in the cabinets in the coopEmpty waterer, wash, and refill with waterOn a bi-weekly basis, rake chicken droppings into a pile and add to compost - please check with the urban farm manager about seasonal composting methods for the chicken coop.Fifteen minutes before end of volunteer/daily work shift, return chickens to coop and close coop door.Give chickens treats if available - Please DO NOT FEED CHICKENS AVOCADOS, ONIONS, OR CHOCOLATE!!  These are poisonous to chickens.  If you are unsure, please check with the Urban Farm Manager before feeding chickens

Our Urban Farm is located at 702 Fenwick St, Augusta, GA, directly across the street from The James Brown Arena.

When you arrive:

1.     Drive up to the main entrance gate and press the button on the call box. A staff member inside will remotely open the gate for you.

2.     Park your car in one of the designated volunteer parking spaces.

Getting to the farm entrance:

·        Stand facing The Master’s Table Soup Kitchen building.

·        The entrance to the Urban Farm is to the left of the volunteer door, down the sidewalk.

Attire: Get ready to get down and dirty! Wear comfortable shoes or boots suitable for gardening, and don't forget your essentials for working outdoors - think bug spray, a hat, sunscreen, gardening or work gloves, and a trusty water bottle to keep you hydrated.

Who Can Join: We welcome volunteers aged 8 and above to join our gardening adventures. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, there's something for everyone to learn and contribute!

What to Expect: Get ready for a hands-on experience that's as rewarding as it is educational. You might break a sweat, so dress in casual clothes that you don't mind getting a little grubby.

Strength Required: While gardening is therapeutic, it can also be quite the workout! Be prepared to flex those muscles and lift at least 50 pounds during our gardening sessions.