Volunteers Make It Possible
Whether you are a student needing to fulfill your volunteer hours or just a good-hearted individual with extra time or skills that you want to donate to a good cause, you've found the right place. The heart of OBK is volunteers like you. No matter what stage of life or age, you're always welcome here.
Have you volunteered with us before?
What do our volunteers do?
Volunteers help with a wide range of kitchen activities. You may be asked to do some cleaning, washing, chopping / preparing fruits and vegetables, sorting, packaging and labeling, setting up kitchen areas, and food distribution. Depending on the day, the tasks can vary, however usually it's structured around an event at OBK. There are also regular volunteer events for those who are able to offer more consistent help.
Volunteering:
Enrich Your Life,
Make a Difference
Skill Development and Experience
Volunteering develops valuable skills like communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and offers transferable experiences to professional and personal life.
Social Connections and Networking
Volunteering expands your social circle, fosters friendships, connects you with diverse people, and provides community belonging.
Contributing to a Positive Impact
Volunteering creates a positive impact on others' lives and the community, increasing happiness, satisfaction, and fulfilment.
Benefits of volunteering with us
Collaborate With Team Members To Rise
150,000+
Meals Completed
413+
Donors
33+
Charities Supported
619+
Volunteers & 445+ Group Events
Volunteer Options
Existing Volunteers
If you’re 18 years or older, your Working with Children’s Check (WWCC) must be up to date in order to volunteer.
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Adults
18 + years old
You must have a valid Working With Children’s Check (WWCC) as part of the application process.
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*Please note all volunteers are required to wear closed shoes, long pants, covered shoulders and a cap for food safety compliance.
Our next Generation is the Future for a giving Comunity
Volunteering feels good.
Volunteering at OBK was fun, easy and I felt like I was really making a difference.
Everyone in the kitchen was very welcoming and created a warm and fun environment, and there was lots to do from the first hour I got there. The process to sign up online is straightforward and easy, and you can see which days the kitchen needs help which means your time is always well spent.
Hope to see you again soon and best of luck till then, sounds like you're very busy at the moment!
Paige Taylor