Group Volunteering with CHiPS
Corporate and Community Group Volunteering Opportunities
Onsite Volunteering
We are always in need of Dedicated Groups of Volunteers to support our programs, with opportunities available in our Kitchen and Food Pantry.
Who we work with
CHiPS offers meaningful volunteer opportunities for groups of up to 10 people. We host group volunteers from a wide range of organizations—including companies, schools, community groups, and religious congregations. Whether you’re building team spirit or giving back with neighbors, we welcome your group’s energy and support.
What to Expect
Group volunteer opportunities are available for single 4-hour shifts from 10:00 AM–2:00 PM, Tuesday through Friday. Only community groups are eligible for limited Saturday shifts.
During your shift, your group will support two of CHiPS’ core programs, the Community Meals and Community Pantry programs, through a variety of hands-on tasks. Our Community Meals are served through a to-go window, and pantry distributions take place outdoors.
Community Meals Program volunteers…
Prep, pack, and serve hot meals
Assemble sandwiches and snacks
Assist with kitchen organization and cleanup.
Community Pantry Program volunteers… (only available on select Thursdays & Saturdays)
Organize shelves
Pack grocery bags with shelf-stable items and fresh vegetables
Help distribute groceries to neighbors facing food insecurity.
Volunteers are essential to keeping these services running. All groups receive on-site orientation and staff support.
Group Volunteering Options
Corporate Groups (Employee Volunteer Teams)
If your group is volunteering as part of a company, business, or employer-sponsored initiative, please follow these steps:
Preview open dates on our Calendar of Availability
Submit the Corporate Volunteering Inquiry Form to indicate your preferred date
We’ll follow up to schedule a brief call, answer questions, and finalize your booking
A suggested donation of $3,000 is requested to support CHiPS’ programs
Note: During our holiday season (Nov 18–Dec 20), a donation of $4,000 is required
Community Groups (Schools, Faith-Based, Clubs & More)
If your group is volunteering as part of a school, congregation, neighborhood group, or other non-corporate community, please follow these steps:
Preview open dates on our Calendar of Availability
Email us at volunteer@chipsonline.org with your group name and group leader’s name, expected number of participants, and preferred date
A limited number of Saturday shifts are available.
No financial donation is required. However, we warmly welcome in-kind donations from community group participants. Please encourage each member of your group to bring either a loaf of bread or a box of pasta to help stock our pantry and support neighbors in need.
Have questions? We’d love to hear from you. Thank you for helping us serve Brooklyn neighbors with dignity and care. Email us anytime at volunteer@chipsonline.org. We look forward to welcoming your group to CHiPS!
Thank You to Our Volunteer Partners!
