“How wonderful it is that nobody need wait a single moment before starting to improve the world”
- Anne Frank

As an organization, Kalamazoo Loaves & Fishes simply could not do the daily work we do without volunteers. Over 450 volunteers a week hold positions that get food to hungry people in our community. 

Each month, KLF holds a volunteer orientation that gives a historic perspective of the organization and its place in the community, as well as an overview of volunteer positions that are currently available. Positions range from clerical duties to warehouse stocking to direct client support. Any skill or special interest you have can be put to good use at Kalamazoo Loaves & Fishes.  

Meetings are held at the Kalamazoo Loaves & Fishes’ Warehouse and Administrative Office at 901 Portage St.

The next volunteer orientation dates are scheduled for:  

• Friday, May 25

If you are interested in volunteering, please call Laura Winther at 488-2617  ext. 209 for details and to reserve your spot. 

 ************Current Open Volunteer Positions************** 

• Call-center Operator at Main office on Portage St.  -Several slots available Monday through Friday 9 am-12 pm and 12 pm-3 pm. This position is responsible for registering clients to a pantry location.
• Food Assistance Outreach Program Volunteer -Kalamazoo Loaves & Fishes’ FAOP helps local residents find out if they’re eligible to receive food assistance benefits and aids them in registering. Hours vary. Training is provided.
• Warehouse Greeter -Warehouse greeters are stationed at the warehouse door and are responsible for greeting visitors and donors, weighing and recording food donations and various other tasks. The warehouse greeter position requires one set four hour shift each week. Shifts currently open are Monday 8-12, Tuesday 12-4, Wednesday 8-12 and Thursday 12-4.

Do you want to see exactly what goes on at Kalamazoo Loaves & Fishes? Individuals, families, and groups are always welcome to a guided tour of our warehouse and facility. To schedule your visit, please call Kimberly Schoetzow, communications coordinator, at 488-2617 ext. 218.

If you’re interested in any of the above volunteer positions, or have a general question about volunteering, please contact Laura Winther, volunteer coordinator, at 488-2617 ext. 209 or laura@kzoolf.org.

To download a pdf version of our volunteer brochures, click HERE for an adult version and HERE for a young adult version. If you’re new to volunteering at KLF and want to see what it’s all about, click HERE to see what other volunteers currently do.