Free Fridge Volunteer Information
Free Fridge Volunteer Information
The Community Free Fridge at Second Harvest is a grassroots food-sharing program that is fueled by the generosity of neighbors like you.
As a volunteer, you’ll get home-cooked meals, grocery staples, and other non-food items directly into the hands of neighbors who need it most. It’s about more than reducing food insecurity and food waste – it’s a way for neighbors to take care of each other.
Signing up to volunteer couldn’t be easier, and there’s no training needed. Browse the calendar below, choose a date and shift that fits your schedule, and look for a confirmation email in your inbox. We can’t wait to welcome you to our volunteer community!
Shifts are one hour long.
Tasks will include cleaning and replenishing the fridge.
Volunteers must be at least 14 years old. Younger volunteers may participate if accompanied by an adult — we’ll tailor your role to match your age and ability.
Comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes recommended — expect light lifting or movement.
Parking is available at the Community Thrift Store’s free, on-site parking lot. Additional volunteer parking is available across the street at Sharpsburg Family Worship Center (corner of 8th and Clay Streets).
Engage your workplace, school, or other affinity group around a shared cause! Consider choosing an item type like canned goods or diapers and organize an item collection, or organize your group to shop and prepare a batch meal. By donating items to the Community Free Fridge at Second Harvest, your group is helping local households meet their basic food needs with dignity. Contact kelly@second-harvest.com to learn more.
From our community to your feed!
June is already off to a delicious start – and we’re just getting started!
This month’s menu features a mix of seasonal specials and Harvest on Main favorites, thoughtfully prepared by Chef Blakely and her team.
Take a look at what’s on the menu this month, and make plans to stop by soon ☀️
Who will you rally?
The Community Full Fridge Relay was designed for groups to participate together.
Whether it’s your coworkers, family, faith community, sports team, neighbors, or a group of friends, adopting the Community Free Fridge at Second Harvest for a week is a simple way to turn shared values into visible action.
A meaningful summer activity for families. Team-building with purpose. A chance for faith communities, clubs, and neighborhood groups to make an impact together.
During your adopted week, your group commits to stopping by at least once to help clean, stock, and care for the Community Free Fridge before passing the baton to the next team.
One group. One week. One less empty fridge.
🔗 Sign up at the link in our bio and claim your week.
Happy National Cheese Day!
We put together a little board with a few things you’ll find around the market right now. Starting with @belgioiosocheese cheeses, @delallofoods olives, petite pickles, breadsticks & banana peppers. Some local honey, fresh and dried fruit, almonds from @bestevergranola, pita chips from @pitas_pieces, and a spoonful of lemon curd for something sweet.
If you’re putting together a snack board, heading to a gathering, or just looking for something good to nibble on, we’ve got plenty of ingredients to mix and match.
#charcuteria #harvestonmain #nationalcheeseday #sharpsburg #localgrocerystore
Welcome to Check It Out with Chuck.
We’re starting a new series, where he shares some of the interesting secondhand finds that make their way through the store.
As a longtime woodworking hobbyist, he’s quick to notice the details that others might miss. This particular piece stood out for its quality craftsmanship, and a little digging helped uncover clues about its maker and the time period it came from.
That’s one of the things we love about secondhand goods—there’s always something new to learn. Next time you’re browsing, take a closer look. You never know what story a piece might have to tell.
#shopsecondhandfirst #pittsburghthrift #thriftstorefinds #thriftedfurniture #sharpsburg
