Market Volunteer Calendar

Volunteer at Harvest on Main Community Market

When you volunteer at Harvest on Main, you’re not just stocking shelves or bagging groceries – you’re ensuring every household can access affordable nutrition. Be a part of our vision to create a familiar neighborhood hub where people can find belonging, connection, and support. It all starts with caring people like you!

Sign Up for a Shift

We have three shifts daily to fit your schedule. Browse the calendar below, click on a date, and choose your role — whether as a market volunteer in the retail space, or as a kitchen volunteer assisting the prepared foods chef or bakery manager. Once you register, we’ll send a confirmation with details.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long are the volunteer shifts?

Shifts are two hours, with morning and mid-day options available.

What will I do when I volunteer?

Tasks vary daily based on your role as either a market volunteer or kitchen volunteer.

Market volunteers will work under the guidance of the Market Manager and may conduct many tasks in the market retail space such as:

Help ensure the market is a tidy, organized, and welcoming space
Stock and rotate shelves with grocery, bakery, and prepared food items
Greet and assist customers with a friendly demeanor
Portion and label products for sale
With training, operate the checkout/register system
Merchandise the store

Kitchen volunteers will work under the guidance of the Prepared Foods Chef and the Bakery Manager and may conduct many tasks in the kitchen space such as:

Help ensure the kitchen is a tidy, organized, and welcoming space
Help with daily food prep for prepared foods and bakery items
Portion and label products for sale
With training, slice and prepare deli meats and cheeses
Clean and sanitize dishes and workspaces

What are the age requirements?

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.

What should I wear?

Comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes recommended — expect light lifting or movement.

Where should I park?

Volunteers can park in the free lot at Second Harvest’s Community Thrift Store (624 Clay Street), just one block from Harvest on Main Community Market. Additional volunteer parking is available across from the thrift store at Sharpsburg Family Worship Center (corner of 8th and Clay Streets). Metered street parking is also available on Main Street.