Volunteer in Alb. and Las Cruces
Volunteers at the Food Bank are from all walks of life including working professionals, retirees, stay-at-home parents, children, students, rehabilitation program trainees, special needs groups, businesses, etc. It is a great place for families to volunteer!
Our volunteers help with lots of tasks in our warehouse including repacking bulk items into smaller quantities, sorting food, filling food boxes, providing administrative support, helping with maintenance, cleaning, assisting with special events and so much more. We rely and depend on volunteers just like you to help our hungry neighbors.
Come volunteer with us in Albuquerque and Las Cruces!
Below are several volunteer registration options for volunteers in Albuquerque and Las Cruces. Please pick the icon below based on whether you are a group, an individual or a court mandated volunteer. You are REQUIRED to read our volunteer policies prior to joining us (PDF).
 Individual Volunteers |
 Large Groups with 20+ Volunteers |
 Community Service and Court Volunteers |
Individual and Small Group (Less Than 20 in the Group) Volunteers
If you are an individual or a small group of 20 or less, use the “Individual Volunteers” icon above. This will take you to a registration page where new volunteers can create an account and manage volunteer appointments based on open appointment times. Returning volunteers should simply login by entering their credentials. An email notice will be sent for scheduled or modified visits. If you do not receive an email, your appointment or change has not taken effect. If at any time you have trouble using the registration system, please notify us at 505.349.8825 or matt.sanderson@rrfb.org.
Large Groups (More Than 20 in the Group)
If you are a large group of 20 or more, please use the “Large Group” icon above and fill out the web form. Please split groups larger than 40 into two separate shifts and include as many details as possible. We will contact you about your requested volunteer date and time. Please note that completing the web form doesn’t guarantee we have that time and date available for your group. It simply notifies us of your request. A staff member will confirm a date and time with you via phone, email or both.
Community Service and Court Volunteers
If you are a community service (NM Works, TANF, etc) or court-mandated volunteer, please use the “Community Service and Court Volunteers” icon above and fill out the web based form. We will contact you about your requested volunteer date/time. Please note that completing the form doesn’t guarantee the volunteer time and date you requested is available. It simply notifies us of your request. A staff member will confirm a date and time with you via phone, email or both.
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with us!
Volunteer Schedule
Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 3:00 pm (both branch locations)
SPECIAL VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: The Albuquerque Branch has several Saturdays throughout the year that we seek help from volunteers and the community. If you would like to help us on a Saturday, schedule a volunteer appointment by clicking on the appropriate category above. Upcoming Saturday dates are: Saturday, May 18, June 15, July 20 and August 17. Hours are 8 am to noon. Questions? Contact matt.sanderson@rrfb.org or call 505.349.8825.
!!Attention!! Volunteer appointments are now available at our Southern Branch in Las Cruces. Those interested can volunteer M-F from 8 am to 3 pm. Register online above or contact Valerie Torrez, valerie.torrez@rrfb.org or call 575.523.4390.
