Volunteer Opportunities

Ready to get involved?
Take a look at our current volunteer opportunities and see what feels like a good fit for your interests, skills, and availability. When you’re ready, complete a volunteer application to take the next step. Our team will follow up with you, learn a little more about what you’re looking for, and make sure the opportunity is a good match for both you and Fisherman’s Mark. From there, we’ll invite selected volunteers to an information session and share next steps.

Opportunities Currently Available

Role

Description

Commitment

Mobile MARKet Driver

Deliver groceries and other essentials to neighbors who are unable to visit the Free MARKet. A valid driver’s license and the ability to lift and carry grocery bags are required.

Weekly

Mobile MARKet Rider

Accompany a Mobile MARKet driver and help load, unload, and deliver groceries to neighbors. This role requires some lifting.

Weekly

Facility Maintenance

Help with minor repairs, upkeep, and other hands-on projects at Fisherman’s Mark locations.

As needed

Cleaning Support

 Help keep Fisherman’s Mark facilities clean, welcoming, and ready to serve the community.

As needed

Gardening and Grounds

Help care for gardens, planters, and outdoor areas at Fisherman’s Mark locations.

As needed and seasonal

Seasonal and Occaisional Opportunities

Role

Description

Commitment

Card Writing

Help us personally thank donors and community supporters by writing notes for special campaigns and mailings.

Approximately quarterly

Holiday Meal Distribution

Help organize and distribute holiday meals to local individuals and families.

Easter, Thanksgiving, and December holidays

Holiday Gift Distribution

Sort, organize, and distribute gifts through our holiday assistance program.

Holiday season

Event Ambassador

Represent Fisherman’s Mark at community events, welcome attendees, and share basic information about our programs.

As needed

Backpack Program

Help sort, pack, and distribute backpacks and school supplies for local students.

Summer/back-to-school season

Administrative Support

Assist with mailings, filing, organizing materials, data entry, or other office projects as needs arise.

As needed

Opportunities with a Wait List

Role

Description

Commitment

Zero Waste Meal Preparation

Help prepare meals using donated and rescued food through our Zero Waste partnership at HollyHedge Estate.

Two to three Mondays per month

Free MARKet Volunteer

Help create a welcoming and respectful shopping experience for Free MARKet participants. Roles may include greeting shoppers, stocking shelves, organizing food, and providing assistance while respecting participant privacy.

Weekly

FLY (Feeding Lambertville Youth) Lunch Preparation

Help prepare and pack nutritious lunches for local children through our FLY program.

Weekly

Specialized Opportunity

Role

Description

Commitment

Lambertville Academy Classroom Aide

Support Lambertville Academy teachers and students in the classroom. Because this role involves working directly with children, volunteers must complete an interview, background check, and fingerprinting process.

To be determined based on classroom needs

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