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Get Involved with
Student Nutrition Programs

There are different ways to get involved with Halton Food for Thought, through working or volunteering with us.

Volunteer With Us

Halton Food for Thought's Student Nutrition Programs are delivered in 163 partner schools across the region. This is made possible with the support of over 1,500 volunteers yearly. Volunteers are the key to delivering our programs to students, connecting them with the nutritious food they need to support their school day ahead.

Why Volunteer?

Experience the joy of seeing grateful students' smiles. Enjoy preparing healthy meals and snacks, and build a sense of community. Return each school year to help students reach their full potential.

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Individual Volunteering Quick Facts

    • Volunteering takes place from September toJune
    • Volunteer positions are coordinated with schools based on their needs
    • We can help connect you with a school program

    All student volunteer opportunities are coordinated directly at schools – students interested should speak to school administration to get involved.

    If you are interested in volunteering with us, please click here to complete a form and a member of staff will follow up with you:

    Group Volunteering Quick Facts

    • Group volunteering is similar to individual volunteering
    • Schools benefit from regular support for their programs but may be able to arrange a one-time opportunity

    If you would like to learn more or are interested in volunteering as a group, please click here to complete a form and a member of staff will follow up with you.

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    Group Volunteer Opportunities

    Some of our programs can welcome small groups of individuals from the community to support their work,  up to 5 people. What is most helpful for our programs is consistent group volunteering weekly throughout the year so our Program Coordinators can plan the running of the programs.

    If you are not sure if you can commit to the program and would like to learn more, you can complete this form and we would be happy to discuss the opportunity with you further to ensure there is a fit

    Student Volunteer Opportunities

    Our work and programs can provide volunteer opportunities to allow the students who use our programs be able to give back and get involved in their school community.

    All student volunteer opportunities are managed directly at the school level. Please speak with your program coordinator who manages volunteer opportunities for the program.

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    Career Opportunities

    All career opportunities are posted on our LinkedIn page, please visit there to see any open positions with the organization.