Opportunities From: Golden Harvest Food Bank

Augusta Campus Volunteering

Our Augusta Campus features two volunteer centers: The Sue W. Harrison Volunteer Center in the Main Building and The Food Lion Feeds Volunteer Center in the Produce Rescue Center. All volunteers check in at our Main Building: 3310 Commerce Dr. Augusta, GA 30909

During your shift you may be packing Backpack Meals for students, assembling boxes for the Senior Feeding Program, packing meals for families during Summer Harvest, or sorting canned goods and fresh produce.

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

Schedule:

Monday – Friday 1:30 p.m. - 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 toe shoes only (no sandals)

no gym wear or leggings

no sleeveless or cropped tops

Volunteers 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 and The Food Lion Feeds Volunteer Center in the Produce Rescue Center. All volunteers check in at our Main Building: 3310 Commerce Dr. Augusta, GA 30909

During your shift you may be packing Backpack Meals for students, assembling boxes for the Senior Feeding Program, packing meals for families during Summer Harvest, or sorting canned goods and 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 toe shoes only (no sandals)

no gym wear or leggings

no sleeveless or cropped tops

Volunteers who come inappropriately dressed will be asked to change before their shift

Volunteers 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.

Volunteers at the Aiken Campus help support multiple programs from packing Backpack Meals for students, assembling Senior Food 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 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m

The Aiken Campus Volunteer Center is located at 46 Enterprise Ave, Aiken, SC 29803.

Directions: You will go past our main building on Capital Drive and turn left on Enterprise. Go down the road; you will pass DLS Alarm Systems on the right. We are the two brown buildings past DLS. Turn in on the paved drive between the two brown buildings; there is a field behind them where you can park. Volunteers will be working in the larger of the two buildings.

Volunteer Requirements & Policies:

Volunteers must be 8+Pre-registration is required.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.All supplies needed to ensure food safety standards will be provided.Volunteers should be comfortable lifting 5-10 pounds repeatedly.The use of cell phones, headphones, and earbuds is discouraged during volunteer activities.Golden Harvest is a smoke and drug-free environment.Please reschedule if you feel sick or unwell.Theft, harassment, or abuse will not be tolerated.Closed toe shoes, full length pants or skirts, shirts with long or short sleeves. NO CROP TOPS, SLEEVELESS SHIRTS, OR SANDALS. Volunteers who come inappropriately dressed will be asked to change before their shift.

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

Volunteers at the Aiken Campus help support multiple programs from packing Backpack Meals for students, assembling Senior Food 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.

The Aiken Campus Volunteer Center is located at 46 Enterprise Ave, Aiken, SC 29803.

Directions: You will go past our main building on Capital Drive and turn left on Enterprise. Go down the road; you will pass DLS Alarm Systems on the right. We are the two brown buildings past DLS. Turn in on the paved drive between the two brown buildings; there is a field behind them where you can park. Volunteers will be working in the larger of the two buildings.

Volunteer Requirements & Policies:

Volunteers must be 8+Pre-registration is required.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.All supplies needed to ensure food safety standards will be provided.Volunteers should be comfortable lifting 5-10 pounds repeatedly.The use of cell phones, headphones, and earbuds is discouraged during volunteer activities.Golden Harvest is a smoke and drug-free environment.Please reschedule if you feel sick or unwell.Theft, harassment, or abuse will not be tolerated.Closed toe shoes, full length pants or skirts, shirts with long or short sleeves. NO CROP TOPS, SLEEVELESS SHIRTS, OR SANDALS. Volunteers who come inappropriately dressed will be asked to change before their shift.

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

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. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, there's something for everyone to learn and contribute!

Ages 8 and up

 

Our Urban Farm is located at 702 Fenwick St, Augusta, GA, next door to The Master's Table Soup Kitchen, near 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. The entrance to the Urban Farm is to the right of The Master's Table Soup Kitchen, 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.

This opportunity is physically demanding. 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.

 

For more information on the volunteering at The Urban Farm, view The Urban Farm Volunteer Manual

***When you sign up for volunteer shifts at the Urban Farm, you’ll automatically be added to our Urban Farm email list. We use this list to share important updates, volunteer information, and occasional news about what’s growing at the farm.***

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. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, there's something for everyone to learn and contribute!

Ages 8 and up

 

Our Urban Farm is located at 702 Fenwick St, Augusta, GA, next door to The Master's Table Soup Kitchen, near 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. The entrance to the Urban Farm is to the right of The Master's Table Soup Kitchen, 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.

This opportunity is physically demanding. 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.

 

For more information on the volunteering at The Urban Farm, view The Urban Farm Volunteer Manual

***When you sign up for volunteer shifts at the Urban Farm, you’ll automatically be added to our Urban Farm email list. We use this list to share important updates, volunteer information, and occasional news about what’s growing at the farm.***

   

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

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

Address: 702 Fenwick St, Augusta, Georgia, 30901
located across the street from the James Brown Arena.

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

Volunteer Requirements & Policies:

Pre-registration is required.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.All supplies needed to ensure food safety standards will be provided.Volunteers should be comfortable lifting 5-10 pounds repeatedly.The use of cell phones, headphones, and earbuds is discouraged during volunteer activities.Golden Harvest is a smoke and drug-free environment.Please reschedule if you feel sick or unwell.Theft, harassment, or abuse will not be tolerated.Closed toe shoes, full length pants or skirts, shirts with long or short sleeves.
NO CROP TOPS, SLEEVELESS SHIRTS, OR SANDALS. 
Volunteers who come inappropriately dressed will be asked to change before their shift.

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

Help keep our community kitchen running smoothly! The Master’s Table Community Kitchen operates with the same standards as a commercial kitchen, allowing our guests to dine with safety, dignity, and comfort. Facility Care volunteers will assist Golden Harvest staff with essential support tasks such as cleaning, organizing, assisting with deliveries and inventory, general kitchen upkeep, dining room set up, and other tasks as needed.

Your service strengthens our entire operation — thank you for supporting our community with care and excellence.

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

Schedule: Every day, 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

Address: The Master's Table Community Kitchen is located at 702 Fenwick St, Augusta, Georgia 30901

Volunteer Requirements and Guidelines:

Volunteers must be 13+  Pre-registration is required.   All supplies needed to ensure food safety standards will be provided.   Volunteers should be comfortable lifting 5-10 pounds repeatedly.  The use of cell phones, headphones, and earbuds is discouraged during volunteer activities.  Golden Harvest is a smoke and drug-free environment.  Please reschedule if you feel sick or unwell.  Theft, harassment, or abuse will not be tolerated. Closed toe shoes, full length pants or skirts, shirts with long or short sleeves. NO CROP TOPS, SLEEVELESS SHIRTS, OR SANDALS. Volunteers who come inappropriately dressed will be asked to change before their shift.

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.