The CLC Food Pantry Food Pantry achieves its mission of providing food to people in need throughout Cedar Creek Lake area by partnering with you. There are many ways you can make a difference in someone’s life in our community. You can donate your time and help with the many task it takes to make this happen. So many things happen behind the scenes to help make this a success and it would not be possible with out our wonderful volunteers.
The CLC Food Pantry, located at 110 Southland Dr. Gun Barrel, very much relies on volunteers to help us with our mission. Over 20,000 have come through our doors last year. All made possible by volunteers like you!
What volunteer opportunities are available at the CLC Food Pantry?
Repacking bulk food.
Processing and sorting food drive donations.
Packing and distributing fresh produce to clients.
Cleaning and organizing the warehouse and administration areas.
Assisting with administrative duties in the office.
How do I volunteer at CLC Food Pantry?
Individuals (includes individual students):
If it is your first time volunteering at the East Texas Food Bank, print out and complete the Individual Volunteer Application and bring it with you.
Individuals are welcome to come volunteer an available shift Monday through Friday. See the available volunteer shifts and times below.
Groups of 2 or more individuals:
Complete our Group Volunteer Application.
Once the application is completed, our Volunteer Coordinator will contact you via phone or email to schedule your group’s time to volunteer and answer any questions that you may have.
Court Ordered Community Service Volunteers
If it is your first time volunteering at CLC Food Pantry. To receive credit for your volunteer hours, you must bring your court-appointed time card and documentation.
How old do I need to be to volunteer?
We accept all volunteers over the age of 8*. We do request that groups of Elementary-aged children have at least one adult per 5 children. For Junior High-aged children, there must be one adult per 10 youths. There is no guardian needed for High School-aged individuals, however they must be at least 16 years of age.
(*Ages subject to change based on Volunteer Coordinator’s discretion.)
The CLC Food Pantry Food Bank has established Volunteer Guidelines which all volunteers must follow. Please be sure to read these prior to completing your volunteer service.
Volunteer Center Hours and Shifts
Monday – Friday 9:00 am – 1:00 am
Supporting us through giving.
Your support is vital for the 1 in 7 East Texans, including 1 in 5 children, who are facing hunger today. This is why the CLC Food Pantry is continuing our work to provide for our neighbors who need it most, and we couldn’t do it without you. The work is funded by gifts – large and small – from individuals, corporations, foundations and others in our community and nationwide. Your gifts make a difference – in the lives of over 20,000 households in the Cedar Creek Lake area!
Thank you for donating today to support our mission to fight hunger and feed hope.