Opportunities From: United Way of Central Iowa

Volunteer: Drake Neighborhood Front Desk Receptionist

The Front Desk Reception Volunteer helps create a calm, welcoming environment for individuals and families seeking support. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys interacting with people, offering guidance, and being a steady, friendly presence. Volunteers support staff by greeting guests, answering questions, and helping keep daily operations running smoothly—all while making a meaningful difference in someone’s day.

Organization: IMPACT Community Action Partnership

The Front Desk Reception Volunteer helps create a calm, welcoming environment for individuals and families seeking support. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys interacting with people, offering guidance, and being a steady, friendly presence. Volunteers support staff by greeting guests, answering questions, and helping keep daily operations running smoothly—all while making a meaningful difference in someone’s day.

Organization: IMPACT Community Action Partnership

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 50311

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Morning Food Delivery Driver (No CDL Required)

IMPACT Community Action Partnership is looking for reliable, caring volunteers to help with our Monday morning food rescue deliveries that keep our pantries stocked and families fed. Volunteers will drive an automatic box truck (no CDL required) to pick up donated food and deliver it to our Drake Neighborhood pantry. Routes are local, clearly outlined, and supported by staff throughout the shift.


What to expect:

Drive an automatic box truck on a local route (Ankeny → Windsor Heights → Drake → Ankeny)

A 2–3 hour commitment on Monday mornings

Staff assistance with loading and unloading

Clear instructions, printed routes, and on-call staff support

A direct and meaningful impact on families in our community

We are seeking one primary driver as well as backup or on-call drivers who can assist as needed or fill in when others are unavailable. For those unsure about committing, one-time shifts and ride-along opportunities are available to see if the role is a good fit.

What you’ll need:

A valid driver’s license

Comfort driving a larger vehicle

Willingness to use a pallet jack and assist with moving donated items, with support provided

This role is essential in ensuring rescued food reaches families who need it most. If you enjoy driving, working behind the scenes, and making a tangible difference in a short amount of time, we would love to connect with you.

Organization: IMPACT Community Action Partnership

IMPACT Community Action Partnership is looking for reliable, caring volunteers to help with our Monday morning food rescue deliveries that keep our pantries stocked and families fed. Volunteers will drive an automatic box truck (no CDL required) to pick up donated food and deliver it to our Drake Neighborhood pantry. Routes are local, clearly outlined, and supported by staff throughout the shift.


What to expect:

Drive an automatic box truck on a local route (Ankeny → Windsor Heights → Drake → Ankeny)

A 2–3 hour commitment on Monday mornings

Staff assistance with loading and unloading

Clear instructions, printed routes, and on-call staff support

A direct and meaningful impact on families in our community

We are seeking one primary driver as well as backup or on-call drivers who can assist as needed or fill in when others are unavailable. For those unsure about committing, one-time shifts and ride-along opportunities are available to see if the role is a good fit.

What you’ll need:

A valid driver’s license

Comfort driving a larger vehicle

Willingness to use a pallet jack and assist with moving donated items, with support provided

This role is essential in ensuring rescued food reaches families who need it most. If you enjoy driving, working behind the scenes, and making a tangible difference in a short amount of time, we would love to connect with you.

Organization: IMPACT Community Action Partnership

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 50311

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Boone Front Desk Receptionist

The Front Desk Reception Volunteer is the welcoming face of our food pantry and office locations. This role is essential to creating a warm, respectful, and organized environment for guests, volunteers, and community members. Volunteers at the front desk provide direct support to staff, answer questions, and help ensure smooth daily operations.

Organization: IMPACT Community Action Partnership

The Front Desk Reception Volunteer is the welcoming face of our food pantry and office locations. This role is essential to creating a warm, respectful, and organized environment for guests, volunteers, and community members. Volunteers at the front desk provide direct support to staff, answer questions, and help ensure smooth daily operations.

Organization: IMPACT Community Action Partnership

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 50036

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Boone Food Pantry Volunteer

IMPACT Community Action Partnership’s Food Pantry in Boone, Iowa, is looking for dedicated volunteers to support local families in need. With a variety of tasks available, there’s something for everyone!

As a volunteer, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring smooth pantry operations by:
✅ Stocking shelves and organizing food items
✅ Counting and weighing donations
✅ Maintaining food safety and organization
✅ Packing items for pickup or delivery
✅ Assisting families as they shop, bag their groceries, and load their vehicles.

Whether you're looking for a one-time opportunity or an ongoing volunteer experience, we’d love to have you join us!


Please note that all volunteers must submit an application, and complete orientation/training prior to volunteering with us. Please complete your application by visiting our website at www.impactcap.org/volunteer


Organization: IMPACT Community Action Partnership

IMPACT Community Action Partnership’s Food Pantry in Boone, Iowa, is looking for dedicated volunteers to support local families in need. With a variety of tasks available, there’s something for everyone!

As a volunteer, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring smooth pantry operations by:
✅ Stocking shelves and organizing food items
✅ Counting and weighing donations
✅ Maintaining food safety and organization
✅ Packing items for pickup or delivery
✅ Assisting families as they shop, bag their groceries, and load their vehicles.

Whether you're looking for a one-time opportunity or an ongoing volunteer experience, we’d love to have you join us!


Please note that all volunteers must submit an application, and complete orientation/training prior to volunteering with us. Please complete your application by visiting our website at www.impactcap.org/volunteer


Organization: IMPACT Community Action Partnership

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 50036

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Ankeny Food Pantry Volunteer

IMPACT Community Action Partnership’s Food Pantry in Ankeny, Iowa, is looking for dedicated volunteers to support local families in need. With a variety of tasks available, there’s something for everyone!

As a volunteer, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring smooth pantry operations by:
✅ Stocking shelves and organizing food items
✅ Counting and weighing donations
✅ Maintaining food safety and organization
✅ Packing items for pickup or delivery
✅ Assisting families as they shop, bag their groceries, and load their vehicles.

Whether you're looking for a one-time opportunity or an ongoing volunteer experience, we’d love to have you join us!

Please note that all volunteers must submit an application, and complete orientation/training prior to volunteering with us. Please complete your application by visiting our website at www.impactcap.org/volunteer


Organization: IMPACT Community Action Partnership

IMPACT Community Action Partnership’s Food Pantry in Ankeny, Iowa, is looking for dedicated volunteers to support local families in need. With a variety of tasks available, there’s something for everyone!

As a volunteer, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring smooth pantry operations by:
✅ Stocking shelves and organizing food items
✅ Counting and weighing donations
✅ Maintaining food safety and organization
✅ Packing items for pickup or delivery
✅ Assisting families as they shop, bag their groceries, and load their vehicles.

Whether you're looking for a one-time opportunity or an ongoing volunteer experience, we’d love to have you join us!

Please note that all volunteers must submit an application, and complete orientation/training prior to volunteering with us. Please complete your application by visiting our website at www.impactcap.org/volunteer


Organization: IMPACT Community Action Partnership

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 50021

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Drake Neighborhood Food Pantry Volunteer

IMPACT Community Action Partnership’s Food Pantry in Des Moines, Iowa, is looking for dedicated volunteers to support local families in need. With a variety of tasks available, there’s something for everyone!

As a volunteer, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring smooth pantry operations by:
✅ Stocking shelves and organizing food items
✅ Counting and weighing donations
✅ Maintaining food safety and organization
✅ Packing items for pickup or delivery
✅ Assisting families as they shop, bag their groceries, and load their vehicles.

Whether you're looking for a one-time opportunity or an ongoing volunteer experience, we’d love to have you join us!


Please note that all volunteers must submit an application, and complete orientation/training prior to volunteering with us. Please complete your application by visiting our website at www.impactcap.org/volunteer


Organization: IMPACT Community Action Partnership

IMPACT Community Action Partnership’s Food Pantry in Des Moines, Iowa, is looking for dedicated volunteers to support local families in need. With a variety of tasks available, there’s something for everyone!

As a volunteer, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring smooth pantry operations by:
✅ Stocking shelves and organizing food items
✅ Counting and weighing donations
✅ Maintaining food safety and organization
✅ Packing items for pickup or delivery
✅ Assisting families as they shop, bag their groceries, and load their vehicles.

Whether you're looking for a one-time opportunity or an ongoing volunteer experience, we’d love to have you join us!


Please note that all volunteers must submit an application, and complete orientation/training prior to volunteering with us. Please complete your application by visiting our website at www.impactcap.org/volunteer


Organization: IMPACT Community Action Partnership

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 50311

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Polk County Pantry Delivery Volunteers

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of families in need by joining IMPACT Community Action Partnership’s Pantry Delivery Program in Polk County! As a Delivery Volunteer, you’ll ensure that essential food and personal pantry items reach those who may not have access to transportation.

Please note that all volunteers must submit an application, and complete orientation/training prior to volunteering with us. Please complete your application by visiting our website at www.impactcap.org/volunteer

Organization: IMPACT Community Action Partnership

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of families in need by joining IMPACT Community Action Partnership’s Pantry Delivery Program in Polk County! As a Delivery Volunteer, you’ll ensure that essential food and personal pantry items reach those who may not have access to transportation.

Please note that all volunteers must submit an application, and complete orientation/training prior to volunteering with us. Please complete your application by visiting our website at www.impactcap.org/volunteer

Organization: IMPACT Community Action Partnership

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 50021

Allow Groups: Yes