Volunteer

Without the dedication of over 250 people who gave more than 10,000 hours of their time last year, Loudoun Interfaith Relief, Inc. simply could not fulfill its mission. We are a hard working, friendly, and dynamic group. The jobs our volunteers perform on site can be physically demanding and very busy. The reward however is immensely and immediately gratifying and extremely worthwhile!

However...good news - bad news. Our volunteer program is extremely popular. Most of our shifts are currently filled. However, we do have some turnover and we will keep your application on file should an opening become available that meets with the time you can provide. So, please complete our application and we hope that we can make a match! Once we receive your application, we will make every effort possible to notify you of the status of your application.

Please read on...

Would You Like to Help?

Volunteer Positions:
•    Grocery Planners—pack food orders for our clients
•    Sorters—sort food donations
•    Drivers—drive to area stores to pick up food
•    Special Events—represent LIR at public events
•    Administrative Assistants—help with clerical needs
•    Ambassadors—veteran volunteers helping with tours of our facility
Hours:
•    Monday through Saturday mornings
•    Tuesday and Thursday evenings

Our application (see below) provides more details. A minimum commitment of twice a month is typically required.

What Do I Do Next?

We’re glad you’re interested in volunteering at LIR! You will first need to complete a Volunteer Application and submit by email, fax or mail. Once we match your talents with our needs, we will call to schedule an interview. We have a thriving volunteer program. Many of our shifts are filled; so we may not be able to schedule you right away, but please do complete and return our application. We keep all the applications on file. We try to contact everyone that applys as soon as we can - it may take up to 2 weeks to get back to you since we receive so many applications. Once a position is available, new volunteers will attend a 90 minute volunteer training class. If you have any questions, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator at 703-777-5911 or email cfortenberry@interfaithrelief.org

Adult Volunteer Application Microsoft Word Format
Youth Volunteer Application Microsoft Word Format

A Special Note About Youth Volunteers

The minimum age for any volunteer is 13, and teens between the ages of 13 and 17 must volunteer under the supervision of their parent or guardian. Please submit both parent and teen applications together. Young people can also help by collecting food. Please see our Food Drives page for more information.

Group & Holiday Volunteers

We are a food pantry that provides service year round so our volunteer needs are ongoing. We usually cannot accommodate either small or large groups for one day/one time community service projects, but always appreciate and would suggest that you consider holding a food drive for us – we always have a need for food! Please see our food drive page for more information.

Food Drives

Food drives are especially helpful to Loudoun Interfaith Relief, Inc. Please make sure to contact us at (703) 777-5911 before beginning your food drive. This allows us to help you plan, offer suggestions, and coordinate the delivery of the food. We do provide tax receipts.