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Opportunity last updated: March 4th
Board Members
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Are you seeking an opportunity to make a positive impact in your community while experiencing the rewards of volunteerism? If so, Interfaith Food Bank Society of Lethbridge is currently looking to fill 2 Board of Directors positions with 2-year terms, beginning April 2026.
Currently seeking individuals with experience in the following areas:
- Corporate environments
- Community engagement
- Legal
- Fundraising
- Client advocacy
Volunteer Duties
The Board of Directors function in a governance role providing oversight to Interfaith Food Bank, which is a non-profit organization committed to recognizing the human dignity of those in need that provides food and access to services and resources generated from within our community.
Age Requirements
Between 18 and 30 years old
Other Requirements
- To be eligible for nomination to the Board of Directors, membership with Interfaith Food Bank Society is required. Annual memberships can be purchased for $5 online.
Schedule
- 2-year term (beginning April 2026).
- Monthly meetings to be arranged.
Time Commitment
Continuing commitment
Type of Opportunity
Board Governance
Application Type
Advanced
Other Opportunities with Interfaith Food Bank
At The Second Door, we recognize the value of the forgotten and the timeworn, offering unique pre-loved items, as well as those that never even made it off the shelf. You will find an array of new, used and slightly bruised items for home, kitchen and personal use. With the assistance of volunteers, donated items are turned into funds that the food bank uses for food and operational costs —every purchase helps to support those in the community who need it most.
Service & Care Volunteers support the Client Services team in providing Emergency Food Assistance. This involves supporting clients while ensuring a welcoming, inclusive and accessible environment. Duties include tasks such as greeting clients and updating files, fulfilling hamper orders, facilitating pick room access and empowering clients while decreasing barriers to services. These tasks are done safely and effectively through detailed processes while adhering to food safety guidelines.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Good customer service skills including listening, empathy and maintaining dignity for clients
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while standing continuously
- Able to work with a diverse group of individuals
- Some positions require heavy lifting activities on a regular basis (40lbs and over)
- Must be able to work with minimal supervision and demonstrate initiative
- Intermediate computer skills are an asset
Volunteer Advocates support the Service & Care Team by working with the Client Advocacy Coordinator to provide information, referrals and community connections to help address the underlying issues that are placing individuals in need of food bank supports. Duties include providing referrals, assisting clients with applications, appointments and systems navigation, and general administrative duties to maintain client files. Advocacy roles require an understanding of local community resources, a familiarity with vulnerable populations with complex issues, and a commitment to providing services with upmost dignity.
Thanks for your interest in this volunteer position!
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Volunteers can sign up for up to 3 continuing commitment opportunities for immediate referrals. If you signed up for more than 3, a Volunteer Lethbridge staff member will connect with you before making new referrals.