Opportunities From: United Way of Central Iowa

Volunteer: DMARC - Warehouse Sorting Volunteer

Description

DMARC is recruiting volunteers to assist with sorting, quality-checking, counting, and packaging thousands of pounds of donated food items to distribute through our Food Pantry Network. Friends, families, and colleague groups are encouraged to volunteer together; children and youth are welcome! 


If these times below do not fit your schedule, please fill out this form or contact Volunteer & Outreach Manager, Chloe Bald, at cbald@dmarcunited.org!  

Organization: Des Moines Area Religious Council (DMARC)

Description

DMARC is recruiting volunteers to assist with sorting, quality-checking, counting, and packaging thousands of pounds of donated food items to distribute through our Food Pantry Network. Friends, families, and colleague groups are encouraged to volunteer together; children and youth are welcome! 


If these times below do not fit your schedule, please fill out this form or contact Volunteer & Outreach Manager, Chloe Bald, at cbald@dmarcunited.org!  

Organization: Des Moines Area Religious Council (DMARC)

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 50315

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: DMARC-Ket Food Pantry Volunteer

Please join us as a DMARC Food Pantry Volunteer!

Volunteering at the DMARC-Ket Food Pantry is just like helping a friend shop for groceries! As a food pantry volunteer, you will assist visitors in selecting their food items after they have gone through the intake process. We also need folks to break down our food rescue items and keep our shelves stocked throughout the day!

Requirements:

This is an opportunity for groups 10 people and under.Shifts are Monday-Friday and begin at 2 hours. Typically 10am-12pm, 12-2pm, and 2-4pm.

Training:

Volunteers will be provided with instructions and ongoing guidance from a DMARC staff person for the duration of their shift. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to your shift for direction. 

 Qualifications:

Possess a passion and enthusiasm for assisting individuals and families in crisis. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while under pressure. Ability to bend, squat and frequently lift items up to 35 pounds. We can make reasonable accommodations whenever possible!

Sign up on our volunteer portal!

 We look forward to working with you!

Organization: Des Moines Area Religious Council (DMARC)

Please join us as a DMARC Food Pantry Volunteer!

Volunteering at the DMARC-Ket Food Pantry is just like helping a friend shop for groceries! As a food pantry volunteer, you will assist visitors in selecting their food items after they have gone through the intake process. We also need folks to break down our food rescue items and keep our shelves stocked throughout the day!

Requirements:

This is an opportunity for groups 10 people and under.Shifts are Monday-Friday and begin at 2 hours. Typically 10am-12pm, 12-2pm, and 2-4pm.

Training:

Volunteers will be provided with instructions and ongoing guidance from a DMARC staff person for the duration of their shift. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to your shift for direction. 

 Qualifications:

Possess a passion and enthusiasm for assisting individuals and families in crisis. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while under pressure. Ability to bend, squat and frequently lift items up to 35 pounds. We can make reasonable accommodations whenever possible!

Sign up on our volunteer portal!

 We look forward to working with you!

Organization: Des Moines Area Religious Council (DMARC)

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 50315

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Stamp Out Hunger- Warehouse Sorting Volunteer

Description

DMARC is the local recipient of the Stamp Out Hunger® food drive in Greater Des Moines. In 2025, over 19,000 pounds of food were contributed through Stamp Out Hunger®. DMARC is recruiting volunteers to assist with sorting, quality-checking, counting, and packaging thousands of pounds of donated food items to distribute through our Food Pantry Network. Friends, families, and colleague groups are encouraged to volunteer together; children and youth are welcome!

CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS!
Shifts are two hours long and all skill levels and abilities are welcome! Sign up below or online here!  

Organization: Des Moines Area Religious Council (DMARC)

Description

DMARC is the local recipient of the Stamp Out Hunger® food drive in Greater Des Moines. In 2025, over 19,000 pounds of food were contributed through Stamp Out Hunger®. DMARC is recruiting volunteers to assist with sorting, quality-checking, counting, and packaging thousands of pounds of donated food items to distribute through our Food Pantry Network. Friends, families, and colleague groups are encouraged to volunteer together; children and youth are welcome!

CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS!
Shifts are two hours long and all skill levels and abilities are welcome! Sign up below or online here!  

Organization: Des Moines Area Religious Council (DMARC)

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 50315

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: DMARC Corporate Leadership Cabinet

The Corporate Leadership Cabinet is a network of community-minded business leaders who support DMARC through strategic partnerships, resource sharing, and community engagement. Members act as ambassadors within their sectors to raise awareness of DMARC’s mission, contribute financially or in-kind, and help open doors to new opportunities.

Activities include:

Quarterly meetings with DMARC leadership Serve as thought partners and sounding boards for DMARC initiatives Leverage your networks to build strategic partnerships Promote DMARC events and campaigns within your circles

Ideal for: Professionals and executives who want to lend their influence to reduce food insecurity in Greater Des Moines.

Organization: Des Moines Area Religious Council (DMARC)

The Corporate Leadership Cabinet is a network of community-minded business leaders who support DMARC through strategic partnerships, resource sharing, and community engagement. Members act as ambassadors within their sectors to raise awareness of DMARC’s mission, contribute financially or in-kind, and help open doors to new opportunities.

Activities include:

Quarterly meetings with DMARC leadership Serve as thought partners and sounding boards for DMARC initiatives Leverage your networks to build strategic partnerships Promote DMARC events and campaigns within your circles

Ideal for: Professionals and executives who want to lend their influence to reduce food insecurity in Greater Des Moines.

Organization: Des Moines Area Religious Council (DMARC)

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 50315

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Spring Greens Event Committee


This committee will help plan the 8th annual Spring Greens event, DMARC’s signature fundraising event. This year’s event will also celebrate the 50th anniversary of the founding of the DMARC Food Pantry Network. Areas of focus include sponsorship, ticket sales, communications, logistics, raffle, logistics, communications.

Date: April 30th, 2026 at DMARC’s headquarters, 100 Army Post Rd., Des Moines.

Subcommittees include: 

Sponsorship – Secure financial sponsors and help meet revenue goals. 

Raffle – Source a high-value raffle item and coordinate raffle sales and promotion. 

Logistics – Coordinate event setup, managing timelines and  volunteers. 

Communications & Promotions – Assist with marketing materials, social media, and press outreach. 

Decor & Design – Plan and implement the event’s decor and design.  

Pallet Project – Recruitment of organizations, clubs and faith communities to design and create a pallet project for the Spring Greens event. 

Commitment: 
Monthly meetings from October to April, with subcommittee work between meetings and hands-on help the week of the event. 

Ideal for: Organized, creative individuals who enjoy event planning, fundraising, or outreach! 

Organization: Des Moines Area Religious Council (DMARC)


This committee will help plan the 8th annual Spring Greens event, DMARC’s signature fundraising event. This year’s event will also celebrate the 50th anniversary of the founding of the DMARC Food Pantry Network. Areas of focus include sponsorship, ticket sales, communications, logistics, raffle, logistics, communications.

Date: April 30th, 2026 at DMARC’s headquarters, 100 Army Post Rd., Des Moines.

Subcommittees include: 

Sponsorship – Secure financial sponsors and help meet revenue goals. 

Raffle – Source a high-value raffle item and coordinate raffle sales and promotion. 

Logistics – Coordinate event setup, managing timelines and  volunteers. 

Communications & Promotions – Assist with marketing materials, social media, and press outreach. 

Decor & Design – Plan and implement the event’s decor and design.  

Pallet Project – Recruitment of organizations, clubs and faith communities to design and create a pallet project for the Spring Greens event. 

Commitment: 
Monthly meetings from October to April, with subcommittee work between meetings and hands-on help the week of the event. 

Ideal for: Organized, creative individuals who enjoy event planning, fundraising, or outreach! 

Organization: Des Moines Area Religious Council (DMARC)

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 50315

Allow Groups: Yes