Volunteering Opportunity: VO104832

• Foodbank Assistant - Burntisland
  with Burntisland and Kinghorn Foodbank.

  Created/last updated: 28/01/2026

  
  

  About this opportunity:	Burntisland and Kinghorn Foodbank provides much needed support in the community, providing food parcels to individuals in need  •  Food parcels are distributed twice per week from the Salvation Army Hall in Burntisland, on a Tuesday and a Friday from 12 to 2pm  •  Would you like to be involved in delivering this essential service within the local community? Foodbank Assistants are required to set up the room, meet clients to take details, give out food parcels and other items and tidy up at the end of the session  •  Volunteers will also refer on to agencies that may help clients, and signpost offers available within the community  •  If you would like to support your local community this may be the role for you  •
  Takes place:	mornings afternoons evenings Mondays Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays Fridays Saturdays Sundays
  Minimum age:	16
  Maximum age:	100
  Training provided:	You will be on with experienced members of staff who will help with induction and initial training. There is support available if you need it at all times and if you need further training that can be discussed.
  Out of pocket expenses paid?	Yes - If miles are accrued as part of the volunteering responsibilities they can be claimed – rate to be discussed.
  Experience required:	The individual must be able to work compassionately with members of the public who come for support and food. Being friendly and open are the most important things, you will get training on the job.
  Restrictions on who can volunteer	No restrictions were specified.
  Application process:	Application Form
  Taster available?	No, not for this opportunity.
  Travel Details	The role takes place at the Salvation Army Hall, 40 Lonsdale Crescent, Burntisland.
  Saltire Award	This opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25.