Opportunities From: Feeding South Dakota

Mobile Food Distribution Volunteer Opportunity

Make a difference by distributing food boxes and bags to individuals and families facing food insecurity in local communities.

Key Responsibilities:

As a volunteer, you will assist with various tasks to ensure the smooth distribution of food to the public. Duties may include:

Directing traffic to maintain an orderly flow Registering guests using pen and paper or tablet computers Loading food into vehicles and offering a warm farewell

Support and Training:

Wear comfortable, layered clothing and fully enclosed shoes Volunteers will receive on-site training and instructions Feeding South Dakota staff will be available to guide and support you throughout your shift

Qualifications:

Ability to stand and walk for 1-2 hours at a time Ability to lift at least 5 pounds Be prepared to work outdoors in varying weather conditions

Age Requirements:

Volunteers must be at least 11 years old Volunteers under 14 must be accompanied by an adult for safety reasons

Important Notes:

If you are feeling unwell and need to cancel, please notify us by calling 605-335-0364 or emailing info@feedingsouthdakota.org. Volunteering with friends, family, or coworkers is encouraged! Use the "respond as a team" feature to register as a group.

Opportunity

Feeding South Dakota staff and volunteers work together to serve approximately 12,000 families each month through Mobile Food Distributions across the state.

We are seeking a volunteer to assist with Neighbor Intake, which includes checking in guests and entering or updating information on a tablet.

 

Key Responsibilities

Check in guests at the distribution using a tablet Enter or update guest information as needed Be respectful, welcoming, and supportive of guests, volunteers, and staff

 

Support & Training

Please contact Ryan Teets at ryan.teets@feedingsouthdakota.org or call him at 605-348-2689 ext. 210 for training beforehand
Volunteers are encouraged to attend an in-person training with staff before their first shift Feeding South Dakota staff will be available on-site for support and supervision throughout the shift

 

What to Wear

This distribution is held outdoors, so please dress for the weather Wear comfortable, layered clothing Fully enclosed shoes required (no Crocs, sandals, or open-toed shoes)

 

Qualifications

Ability to treat all guests and volunteers with respect and kindness Comfortable standing and walking for 1–2 hours Comfortable using a tablet

Cancellation Policy

If you need to cancel your shift, please call 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org

IMPORTANT: This opportunity cannot be signed up for without completing the Mobile guest check-in training. Once trained, a site manager will approve the RC Mobile Check In qualification. For more information, email rcinfo@feedingsouthdakota.org or call 605-348-2689. 

Help your neighbors in need today by volunteering to help check guests into our mobile food distributions.

Key Responsibilities:

Accurately record Guest attendance on the supplied iPad.  Indicate the number of households being picked up by Guest by marking their vehicle with a washable marker or paper “tag."Provide a space for guests not to feel judged while receiving food.

Support/Training:

Volunteers will be given instructions and training at a training session prior to the shift and will have staff support and supervision throughout their shift. 

What to wear:

Distributions are held outside, please dress accordingly for all types of weather. Wear comfortable clothing in layers. Fully enclosed shoes are required, 100% of the foot must be covered. No crocks, sandals, Keen sandals, etc. If you arrive not wearing appropriate footwear, we will kindly ask that you leave and change shoes or volunteer with us another time.

Qualifications:

Must have a friendly disposition and can SMILE! Ability to stand and walk for 2-3 hours at a time.Must be comfortable with tablet usage. Must have completed the mobile check in training prior to signing up for the opportunity.

Volunteer and Guest Safety: 

It’s important to Feeding South Dakota that our guests and volunteers feel safe while promoting a judgement-free zone.If a volunteer witnesses something that they believe could be abuse or harassment by or to a volunteer or guest, please notify a staff member.If a volunteer feels uncomfortable because of item(s) in a vehicle (a threatening dog, gun, etc.) and doesn’t feel safe to complete their assigned task, please defer to staff.

If you need to cancel your shift due to illness or another emergency, please call 605-348-2689 or email rcinfo@feedingsouthdakota.org.

Mobile Distribution

Help your neighbors in need today by volunteering to distribute boxes and bags of food to those who need a little extra food assistance.

Key Responsibilities:

Volunteers will assist with a variety of tasks to help with the distribution of food boxes to the public.

Volunteer duties may include:

Assist Feeding South Dakota staff by directing traffic Registering guests receiving food using pen and paper or tablet computers Greeting the public Unloading pallets of food into vehicles and ensuring a friendly farewell

Support/Training:

Please arrive wearing comfortable clothing in layers and closed-toe/closed-heel shoes. Volunteers will be given instructions and training upon arrival and will have staff support and supervision throughout their shift.

Qualifications:

Ability to stand and walk for 2-3 hours at a time Ability to lift about 10 to 30 pounds Work will be outdoors in winter weather. Please dress accordingly.

Age Requirements:

This position may be working outdoors in a parking lot around vehicle traffic. For safety reasons, all volunteers must be 11 years or older. Volunteers under 14 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.

 

If you need to cancel your shift due to illness, please call 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org

Reminder:

We welcome you to volunteer with friends, family or co-workers. If you will be volunteering with others please be sure to respond to this opportunity using the "respond as a team" feature.

What to Wear:
Our distributions take place outdoors, so please dress for whatever South Dakota weather decides to throw our way! Layers and comfortable clothing are always a good idea.
For safety, closed-toe, closed-heel shoes are required—your whole foot must be covered. No Crocs, sandals, Keen sandals, etc. If someone arrives without the right footwear, we’ll kindly ask them to change shoes or join us another time.

Qualifications:

·         Bring a friendly attitude and a great SMILE!

·         Comfortable standing and walking for 2–3 hours

·         Able to lift about 10–30 pounds

Age Requirements:
Because we’re outdoors and around moving vehicles, volunteers must be 11 years or older.
Anyone under 14 will need to volunteer with an adult.

Volunteering as a Team:
We love when friends, family, and co-workers volunteer together! If you’re coming as a group, please use the “Respond as a Team” option when signing up so we can plan for everyone.

If You Need to Cancel:
Life happens! If you’re feeling ill or have an emergency come up, just give us a call at 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org to let us know.

We can’t wait to have you volunteer with us!

Mobile Distribution

Help your neighbors in need today by volunteering to distribute boxes and bags of food to those who need a little extra food assistance.

Key Responsibilities:

Volunteers will assist with a variety of tasks to help with the distribution of food boxes to the public.

Volunteer duties may include:

Assist Feeding South Dakota staff by directing traffic Registering guests receiving food using pen and paper or tablet computers Greeting the public Unloading pallets of food into vehicles and ensuring a friendly farewell

Support/Training:

Please arrive wearing comfortable clothing in layers and closed-toe/closed-heel shoes. Volunteers will be given instructions and training upon arrival and will have staff support and supervision throughout their shift.

Qualifications:

Ability to stand and walk for 2-3 hours at a time Ability to lift about 10 to 30 pounds Work will be outdoors in winter weather. Please dress accordingly.

Age Requirements:

This position may be working outdoors in a parking lot around vehicle traffic. For safety reasons, all volunteers must be 11 years or older. Volunteers under 14 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.

 

If you need to cancel your shift due to illness, please call 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org

Reminder:

We welcome you to volunteer with friends, family or co-workers. If you will be volunteering with others please be sure to respond to this opportunity using the "respond as a team" feature.

Mobile Food Distribution Volunteer Opportunity

Make a difference by distributing food boxes and bags to individuals and families facing food insecurity in local communities.

Key Responsibilities:

As a volunteer, you will assist with various tasks to ensure the smooth distribution of food to the public. Duties may include:

Directing traffic to maintain an orderly flow Registering guests using pen and paper or tablet computers Loading food into vehicles and offering a warm farewell

Support and Training:

Wear comfortable, layered clothing and fully enclosed shoes Volunteers will receive on-site training and instructions Feeding South Dakota staff will be available to guide and support you throughout your shift

Qualifications:

Ability to stand and walk for 1-2 hours at a time Ability to lift at least 5 pounds Be prepared to work outdoors in varying weather conditions

Age Requirements:

Volunteers must be at least 11 years old Volunteers under 14 must be accompanied by an adult for safety reasons

Important Notes:

If you are feeling unwell and need to cancel, please notify us by calling 605-335-0364 or emailing info@feedingsouthdakota.org. Volunteering with friends, family, or coworkers is encouraged! Use the "respond as a team" feature to register as a group.

 Opportunity

Feeding South Dakota staff and volunteers work together to serve approximately 12,000 families each month through Mobile Food Distributions across the state.

We are seeking a volunteer to assist with Neighbor Intake, which includes checking in guests and entering or updating information on a tablet.

 

Key Responsibilities

Check in guests at the distribution using a tablet Enter or update guest information as needed Be respectful, welcoming, and supportive of guests, volunteers, and staff

 

Support & Training

Volunteers are encouraged to attend an in-person training with staff before their first shift Feeding South Dakota staff will be available on-site for support and supervision throughout the shift

 

What to Wear

This distribution is held outdoors, so please dress for the weather Wear comfortable, layered clothing Fully enclosed shoes required (no Crocs, sandals, or open-toed shoes)

 

Qualifications

Ability to treat all guests and volunteers with respect and kindness Comfortable standing and walking for 1–2 hours Comfortable using a tablet

Cancellation Policy

If you need to cancel your shift, please call 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org

What to Wear:
Our distributions take place outdoors, so please dress for whatever South Dakota weather decides to throw our way! Layers and comfortable clothing are always a good idea.
For safety, closed-toe, closed-heel shoes are required—your whole foot must be covered. No Crocs, sandals, Keen sandals, etc. If someone arrives without the right footwear, we’ll kindly ask them to change shoes or join us another time.

Qualifications:

·         Bring a friendly attitude and a great SMILE!

·         Comfortable standing and walking for 2–3 hours

·         Able to lift about 10–30 pounds

Age Requirements:
Because we’re outdoors and around moving vehicles, volunteers must be 11 years or older.
Anyone under 14 will need to volunteer with an adult.

Volunteering as a Team:
We love when friends, family, and co-workers volunteer together! If you’re coming as a group, please use the “Respond as a Team” option when signing up so we can plan for everyone.

If You Need to Cancel:
Life happens! If you’re feeling ill or have an emergency come up, just give us a call at 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org to let us know.

We can’t wait to have you volunteer with us!

Mobile Food Distribution Volunteer Opportunity

Make a difference by distributing food boxes and bags to individuals and families facing food insecurity in local communities.

Key Responsibilities:

As a volunteer, you will assist with various tasks to ensure the smooth distribution of food to the public. Duties may include:

Directing traffic to maintain an orderly flow Registering guests using pen and paper or tablet computers Loading food into vehicles and offering a warm farewell

Support and Training:

Wear comfortable, layered clothing and fully enclosed shoes Volunteers will receive on-site training and instructions Feeding South Dakota staff will be available to guide and support you throughout your shift

Qualifications:

Ability to stand and walk for 1-2 hours at a time Ability to lift at least 5 pounds Be prepared to work outdoors in varying weather conditions

Age Requirements:

Volunteers must be at least 11 years old Volunteers under 14 must be accompanied by an adult for safety reasons

Important Notes:

If you are feeling unwell and need to cancel, please notify us by calling 605-335-0364 or emailing info@feedingsouthdakota.org. Volunteering with friends, family, or coworkers is encouraged! Use the "respond as a team" feature to register as a group.

Help your neighbors in need today by volunteering to distribute boxes and bags of food to those who need a little extra food assistance.

Key Responsibilities:

Volunteers will assist with a variety of tasks to help with the distribution of food boxes to the public. Volunteer duties may include:

Assist Feeding South Dakota staff by directing traffic Registering guests receiving food using tablets (pen and paper will be used when necessary) Greeting the public Unloading pallets of food into vehicles and ensuring a friendly farewell

Support/Training:

Volunteers will be given instructions and training upon arrival and will have staff support and supervision throughout their shift. 

What to wear:

Distributions are held outside, please dress accordingly for all types of weather. Wear comfortable clothing in layers. Closed-toe/closed-heel shoes are required, 100% of the foot must be covered. No crocks, sandals, Keen sandals, etc. If you arrive not wearing appropriate footwear, we will kindly ask that you leave and change shoes or volunteer with us another time.

Qualifications:

Must have a friendly disposition and can SMILE! Ability to stand and walk for 2-3 hours at a time Ability to lift about 10 to 30 pounds

Age Requirements:

This position may be working outdoors in a parking lot around vehicle traffic. For safety reasons, all volunteers must be 11 years or older. Volunteers under 14 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.

Volunteering as a TEAM:

We welcome you to volunteer with friends, family or co-workers! If you will be volunteering with others, please be sure to respond to this opportunity using the "respond as a team" feature.

 

If you need to cancel your shift due to illness or another emergency, please call 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org.

Mobile Food Distribution Volunteer Opportunity

Make a difference by distributing food boxes and bags to individuals and families facing food insecurity in local communities.

Key Responsibilities:

As a volunteer, you will assist with various tasks to ensure the smooth distribution of food to the public. Duties may include:

Directing traffic to maintain an orderly flow Registering guests using pen and paper or tablet computers Loading food into vehicles and offering a warm farewell

Support and Training:

Wear comfortable, layered clothing and fully enclosed shoes Volunteers will receive on-site training and instructions Feeding South Dakota staff will be available to guide and support you throughout your shift

Qualifications:

Ability to stand and walk for 1-2 hours at a time Ability to lift at least 5 pounds Be prepared to work outdoors in varying weather conditions

Age Requirements:

Volunteers must be at least 11 years old Volunteers under 14 must be accompanied by an adult for safety reasons

Important Notes:

If you are feeling unwell and need to cancel, please notify us by calling 605-335-0364 or emailing info@feedingsouthdakota.org. Volunteering with friends, family, or coworkers is encouraged! Use the "respond as a team" feature to register as a group.

What to Wear:
Our distributions take place outdoors, so please dress for whatever South Dakota weather decides to throw our way! Layers and comfortable clothing are always a good idea.
For safety, closed-toe, closed-heel shoes are required—your whole foot must be covered. No Crocs, sandals, Keen sandals, etc. If someone arrives without the right footwear, we’ll kindly ask them to change shoes or join us another time.

Qualifications:

·         Bring a friendly attitude and a great SMILE!

·         Comfortable standing and walking for 2–3 hours

·         Able to lift about 10–30 pounds

Age Requirements:
Because we’re outdoors and around moving vehicles, volunteers must be 11 years or older.
Anyone under 14 will need to volunteer with an adult.

Volunteering as a Team:
We love when friends, family, and co-workers volunteer together! If you’re coming as a group, please use the “Respond as a Team” option when signing up so we can plan for everyone.

If You Need to Cancel:
Life happens! If you’re feeling ill or have an emergency come up, just give us a call at 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org to let us know.

We can’t wait to have you volunteer with us!

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Mobile Food Distribution Volunteer Opportunity

Make a difference by distributing food boxes and bags to individuals and families facing food insecurity in local communities.

Key Responsibilities:

As a volunteer, you will assist with various tasks to ensure the smooth distribution of food to the public. Duties may include:

Directing traffic to maintain an orderly flow Registering guests using pen and paper or tablet computers Loading food into vehicles and offering a warm farewell

Support and Training:

Wear comfortable, layered clothing and fully enclosed shoes Volunteers will receive on-site training and instructions Feeding South Dakota staff will be available to guide and support you throughout your shift

Qualifications:

Ability to stand and walk for 1-2 hours at a time Ability to lift at least 5 pounds Be prepared to work outdoors in varying weather conditions

Age Requirements:

Volunteers must be at least 11 years old Volunteers under 14 must be accompanied by an adult for safety reasons

Important Notes:

If you are feeling unwell and need to cancel, please notify us by calling 605-335-0364 or emailing info@feedingsouthdakota.org. Volunteering with friends, family, or coworkers is encouraged! Use the "respond as a team" feature to register as a group.

 Opportunity

Feeding South Dakota staff and volunteers work together to serve approximately 12,000 families each month through Mobile Food Distributions across the state.

We are seeking a volunteer to assist with Neighbor Intake, which includes checking in guests and entering or updating information on a tablet.

 

Key Responsibilities

Check in guests at the distribution using a tablet Enter or update guest information as needed Be respectful, welcoming, and supportive of guests, volunteers, and staff Review the Volunteer Guide for Registering Guests at a Mobile Distribution prior to your shift

 

Support & Training

Please contact Ryan Teets at ryan.teets@feedingsouthdakota.org or call him at 605-348-2689 ext. 210 for training beforehand
Volunteers are encouraged to attend an in-person training with staff before their first shift Feeding South Dakota staff will be available on-site for support and supervision throughout the shift

 

What to Wear

This distribution is held outdoors, so please dress for the weather Wear comfortable, layered clothing Fully enclosed shoes required (no Crocs, sandals, or open-toed shoes)

 

Qualifications

Ability to treat all guests and volunteers with respect and kindness Comfortable standing and walking for 1–2 hours Comfortable using a tablet

Cancellation Policy

If you need to cancel your shift, please call 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org

What to Wear:
Our distributions take place outdoors, so please dress for whatever South Dakota weather decides to throw our way! Layers and comfortable clothing are always a good idea.
For safety, closed-toe, closed-heel shoes are required—your whole foot must be covered. No Crocs, sandals, Keen sandals, etc. If someone arrives without the right footwear, we’ll kindly ask them to change shoes or join us another time.

Qualifications:

·         Bring a friendly attitude and a great SMILE!

·         Comfortable standing and walking for 2–3 hours

·         Able to lift about 10–30 pounds

Age Requirements:
Because we’re outdoors and around moving vehicles, volunteers must be 11 years or older.
Anyone under 14 will need to volunteer with an adult.

Volunteering as a Team:
We love when friends, family, and co-workers volunteer together! If you’re coming as a group, please use the “Respond as a Team” option when signing up so we can plan for everyone.

If You Need to Cancel:
Life happens! If you’re feeling ill or have an emergency come up, just give us a call at 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org to let us know.

We can’t wait to have you volunteer with us!

Mobile Food Distribution Volunteer Opportunity

Make a difference by distributing food boxes and bags to individuals and families facing food insecurity in local communities.

Key Responsibilities:

As a volunteer, you will assist with various tasks to ensure the smooth distribution of food to the public. Duties may include:

Directing traffic to maintain an orderly flow Registering guests using pen and paper or tablet computers Loading food into vehicles and offering a warm farewell

Support and Training:

Wear comfortable, layered clothing and fully enclosed shoes Volunteers will receive on-site training and instructions Feeding South Dakota staff will be available to guide and support you throughout your shift

Qualifications:

Ability to stand and walk for 1-2 hours at a time Ability to lift at least 5 pounds Be prepared to work outdoors in varying weather conditions

Age Requirements:

Volunteers must be at least 11 years old Volunteers under 14 must be accompanied by an adult for safety reasons

Important Notes:

If you are feeling unwell and need to cancel, please notify us by calling 605-335-0364 or emailing info@feedingsouthdakota.org. Volunteering with friends, family, or coworkers is encouraged! Use the "respond as a team" feature to register as a group.

IMPORTANT: This opportunity cannot be signed up for without completing the Mobile guest check-in training. Once trained, a site manager will approve the RC Mobile Check In qualification. For more information, email rcinfo@feedingsouthdakota.org or call 605-348-2689. 

Help your neighbors in need today by volunteering to help check guests into our mobile food distributions.

Key Responsibilities:

Accurately record Guest attendance on the supplied iPad.  Indicate the number of households being picked up by Guest by marking their vehicle with a washable marker or paper “tag."Provide a space for guests not to feel judged while receiving food.

Support/Training:

Volunteers will be given instructions and training at a training session prior to the shift and will have staff support and supervision throughout their shift. 

What to wear:

Distributions are held outside, please dress accordingly for all types of weather. Wear comfortable clothing in layers. Fully enclosed shoes are required, 100% of the foot must be covered. No crocks, sandals, Keen sandals, etc. If you arrive not wearing appropriate footwear, we will kindly ask that you leave and change shoes or volunteer with us another time.

Qualifications:

Must have a friendly disposition and can SMILE! Ability to stand and walk for 2-3 hours at a time.Must be comfortable with tablet usage. Must have completed the mobile check in training prior to signing up for the opportunity.

Volunteer and Guest Safety: 

It’s important to Feeding South Dakota that our guests and volunteers feel safe while promoting a judgement-free zone.If a volunteer witnesses something that they believe could be abuse or harassment by or to a volunteer or guest, please notify a staff member.If a volunteer feels uncomfortable because of item(s) in a vehicle (a threatening dog, gun, etc.) and doesn’t feel safe to complete their assigned task, please defer to staff.

If you need to cancel your shift due to illness or another emergency, please call 605-348-2689 or email rcinfo@feedingsouthdakota.org.

Mobile Distribution

Help your neighbors in need today by volunteering to distribute boxes and bags of food to those who need a little extra food assistance.

Key Responsibilities:

Volunteers will assist with a variety of tasks to help with the distribution of food boxes to the public.

Volunteer duties may include:

Assist Feeding South Dakota staff by directing traffic Registering guests receiving food using pen and paper or tablet computers Greeting the public Unloading pallets of food into vehicles and ensuring a friendly farewell

Support/Training:

Please arrive wearing comfortable clothing in layers and closed-toe/closed-heel shoes. Volunteers will be given instructions and training upon arrival and will have staff support and supervision throughout their shift.

Qualifications:

Ability to stand and walk for 2-3 hours at a time Ability to lift about 10 to 30 pounds Work will be outdoors in winter weather. Please dress accordingly.

Age Requirements:

This position may be working outdoors in a parking lot around vehicle traffic. For safety reasons, all volunteers must be 11 years or older. Volunteers under 14 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.

 

If you need to cancel your shift due to illness, please call 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org

Reminder:

We welcome you to volunteer with friends, family or co-workers. If you will be volunteering with others please be sure to respond to this opportunity using the "respond as a team" feature.

Mobile Distribution

Help your neighbors in need today by volunteering to distribute boxes and bags of food to those who need a little extra food assistance.

Key Responsibilities:

Volunteers will assist with a variety of tasks to help with the distribution of food boxes to the public.

Volunteer duties may include:

Assist Feeding South Dakota staff by directing traffic Registering guests receiving food using pen and paper or tablet computers Greeting the public Unloading pallets of food into vehicles and ensuring a friendly farewell

Support/Training:

Please arrive wearing comfortable clothing in layers and closed-toe/closed-heel shoes. Volunteers will be given instructions and training upon arrival and will have staff support and supervision throughout their shift. 

Qualifications:

Ability to stand and walk for 2-3 hours at a time Ability to lift about 10 to 30 pounds Work will be outdoors in winter weather. Please dress accordingly.

Age Requirements:

This position may be working outdoors in a parking lot around vehicle traffic. For safety reasons, all volunteers must be 11 years or older. Volunteers under 14 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.

 

If you need to cancel your shift due to illness, please call 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org

Reminder:

We welcome you to volunteer with friends, family or co-workers. If you will be volunteering with others please be sure to respond to this opportunity using the "respond as a team" feature.

Hunger Action Month • September 2026

Volunteer-A-Thon

Delivering Through the Decades

For decades, volunteers have helped deliver hope across South Dakota. This September, we’re celebrating the people who make our mission possible — and we want you to be part of it.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15TH

PICK YOUR DECADE. PICK YOUR SHIFT. DELIVER HOPE.

Morning Through Evening — A Musical Journey Through the Decades

Join us for any shift — or all of them! Each two-hour shift features a different decade of music to keep the energy going all day long. (If the shift is full, please join the waitlist!)

 

8:00 – 10:00 AM  •  The 70’s

 

11:00 AM – 1:00 PM  •  The 80’s

 

2:00 – 4:00 PM  •  The 90’s

 

5:00 – 7:00 PM  •  The 00’s

Event Highlights

  Limited-edition Volunteer-A-Thon t-shirt available for purchase — wear your shirt and celebrate with fellow volunteers

  Complimentary snacks and beverages provided during your shift

  Optional behind-the-scenes tours of Feeding South Dakota

  Individuals, families, friends, and groups are all welcome

What You Need to Know

Your Shift

Tasks may vary but they’re all about putting food on the table! Shifts last 2 hours and include time for complimentary snacks, tours, and mingling. Please arrive at least 5 minutes early to check in.

What to Wear

Dress in comfortable layers. Fully enclosed, closed-heel shoes are required. No Crocs or sandals permitted. If you purchased a Delivering Through the Decades t-shirt, we encourage you to wear it while volunteering.

Age Requirements

All volunteers must be 11 years or older. Volunteers under 14 need a parent or guardian to participate.

Accommodations

All abilities are welcome! If you need accommodations, reach out to us at volunteer@feedingsouthdakota.org.

Need to Cancel?

Just call 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org.

Join us this Hunger Action Month and help us continue Delivering Through the Decades — because for decades, volunteers have been the heartbeat of our mission.

Hunger Action Month • September 2026

Volunteer-A-Thon

Delivering Through the Decades

For decades, volunteers have helped deliver hope across South Dakota. This September, we’re celebrating the people who make our mission possible — and we want you to be part of it.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22ND

PICK YOUR DECADE. PICK YOUR SHIFT. DELIVER HOPE.

Morning Through Evening — A Musical Journey Through the Decades

Join us for any shift — or all of them! Each two-hour shift features a different decade of music to keep the energy going all day long. (If the shift is full, please join the waitlist!)

 

7:00 – 9:00 AM  •  The 70’s

 

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM  •  The 80’s (SHIFT IS FULL)

 

1:00 – 3:00 PM  •  The 80’s

 

4:00 – 6:00 PM  •  The 90’s

 

7:00 – 9:00 PM  •  The 00’s

Event Highlights

  Limited-edition Volunteer-A-Thon t-shirt available for purchase — wear your shirt and celebrate with fellow volunteers

  Complimentary snacks and beverages provided during your shift

  Optional behind-the-scenes tours of Feeding South Dakota

  Individuals, families, friends, and groups are all welcome

What You Need to Know

Your Shift

Tasks may vary but they’re all about putting food on the table! Shifts last 2 hours and include time for complimentary snacks, tours, and mingling. Please arrive at least 5 minutes early to check in.

What to Wear

Dress in comfortable layers. Fully enclosed, closed-heel shoes are required. No Crocs or sandals permitted. If you purchased a Delivering Through the Decades t-shirt, we encourage you to wear it while volunteering.

Age Requirements

All volunteers must be 11 years or older. Volunteers under 14 need a parent or guardian to participate.

Accommodations

All abilities are welcome! If you need accommodations, reach out to us at volunteer@feedingsouthdakota.org.

Need to Cancel?

Just call 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org.

Join us this Hunger Action Month and help us continue Delivering Through the Decades — because for decades, volunteers have been the heartbeat of our mission.

Hunger Action Month • September 2026

Volunteer-A-Thon

Delivering Through the Decades

For decades, volunteers have helped deliver hope across South Dakota. This September, we’re celebrating the people who make our mission possible — and we want you to be part of it.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29TH

PICK YOUR DECADE. PICK YOUR SHIFT. DELIVER HOPE.

Morning Through Evening — A Musical Journey Through the Decades

Join us for any shift — or all of them! Each two-hour shift features a different decade of music to keep the energy going all day long. (If the shift is full, please join the waitlist!)

 

5:00 – 7:00 AM  •  The 70’s

 

8:00 – 10:00 AM  •  The 70’s (SHIFT IS FULL)

 

11:00 AM – 1:00 PM  •  The 80’s (SHIFT IS FULL)

 

2:00 – 4:00 PM  •  The 80’s (SHIFT IS FULL)

 

5:00 – 7:00 PM  •  The 90’s (SHIFT IS FULL)

 

8:00 – 10:00 PM  •  The 00’s

Event Highlights

  Limited-edition Volunteer-A-Thon t-shirt available for purchase — wear your shirt and celebrate with fellow volunteers

  Complimentary snacks and beverages provided during your shift

  Optional behind-the-scenes tours of Feeding South Dakota

  Individuals, families, friends, and groups are all welcome

What You Need to Know

Your Shift

Tasks may vary but they’re all about putting food on the table! Shifts last 2 hours and include time for complimentary snacks, tours, and mingling. Please arrive at least 5 minutes early to check in.

What to Wear

Dress in comfortable layers. Fully enclosed, closed-heel shoes are required. No Crocs or sandals permitted. If you purchased a Delivering Through the Decades t-shirt, we encourage you to wear it while volunteering.

Age Requirements

All volunteers must be 11 years or older. Volunteers under 14 need a parent or guardian to participate.

Accommodations

All abilities are welcome! If you need accommodations, reach out to us at volunteer@feedingsouthdakota.org.

Need to Cancel?

Just call 605-335-0364 or email info@feedingsouthdakota.org.

Join us this Hunger Action Month and help us continue Delivering Through the Decades — because for decades, volunteers have been the heartbeat of our mission.

Requirements:

We ask that volunteers complete front desk training to review the phone system and commonly asked questions prior to their first volunteer shift.  Please email info@feedingsouthdakota.org to set-up a date/time for Sioux Falls Front Desk Training.  Thank you!

Key Responsibilities:

The front desk volunteer will be responsible for greeting guests and answering phone calls.

A Volunteer Guide will be provided! Our Volunteer Coordinator will be in the office next to yours, if you have questions or need assistance.Please arrive at least 10 minutes early for a brief training, and dress in comfy layers.Water is provided, but feel free to bring snacks you would like while at the front desk.

Do you have a flexible schedule? Willing and able to jump in right away when help is needed?

On occasion, Feeding South Dakota needs last-minute individuals and groups of volunteers when we come up short due to cancellations and other complications. Life gets busy and we understand!

Respond to this opportunity and your name will be added to the list of volunteers that we will call or email when an emergent need arises!

Thank you!