Volunteering
Community Support and Volunteer Opportunities with Inland Valley Hope Partners
Inland Valley Hope Partners depends on caring community members of all ages to help support individuals and families experiencing poverty. Each year, more than 150 volunteers donate over 20,000 hours to help power programs that make a meaningful difference in our community.
We offer a variety of volunteer opportunities for both individuals and groups. Opportunities that can accommodate organized groups will be clearly marked with “Groups” next to the listing. These group-friendly opportunities are ideal for youth groups, faith communities, service clubs, employee volunteer days, team-building experiences, and corporate social responsibility initiatives.
Important: Volunteers under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian present during all activities.
Food Security Program (Groups)
Ontario (Sova) Pomona (Beta):
Monday–Thursday | 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Pomona (Beta):
Monday–Thursday | 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
San Dimas:
Monday & Wednesday (plus every 2nd & 4th Friday)
| 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Claremont:
Tuesday | 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Volunteers support pantry operations that help ensure families and individuals receive food in a welcoming and efficient environment. Roles include:
- Pantry support (stocking shelves, packing food bags, assisting with food distribution)
- Client intake
Farmers’ Market (Pomona) Saturdays only.
Volunteers help with our weekly Farmers’ Market through outreach and operations. Tasks include:
· Assisting with community education and engagement
· Welcoming guests and sharing information about IVHP services
· Helping with set-up and tear-down (may include lifting)
Our House Emergency Shelter (Pomona- Groups)
- Organizing and maintaining shelter resources
- Hosting an on-site dinner (depending on the number of shelter residents)
- Assisting with general maintenance needs at the shelter
Administration & Finance (Pomona)
· Provide behind-the-scenes support to keep programs running smoothly.
· Assist with filing, typing, and answering phones.
· Help prepare monthly newsletters through folding and labeling. Newsletter mailings typically take place on the third Tuesday of every other month (call 909-622-3806, ext. 108 for exact dates).
Special Events Support (Groups)
Volunteers assist with IVHP special events, such as the annual Golf Tournament, the annual Hunger and Homelessness Walk, Volunteer Luncheon, and more. Tasks may include:
- Participating in event planning and committees
- Helping with event setup and breakdown
- Greeting guests and providing on-site support during events
Gleaning Neighborhood Fruits and Vegetables (Groups)
· - Picking and gathering produce
· - Sorting and preparing fruits and vegetables for redistribution
· - Helping reduce food waste and increase access to fresh produce
Self-Guided Volunteer Activities
(Great for individuals, families, workplaces, and community groups)
These activities can be organized independently by volunteers. We simply ask that you contact our office in advance so we can coordinate details such as timing and drop-off locations. Food drives are especially popular during the holiday season—such as Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, and Christmas—when community need is often greater. Book and school supply drives tend to see the most support during the summer and at the beginning of the school year, helping ensure students are prepared and families have the resources they need.
Food Drives
· Support local families by collecting nutritious food. (Attached – Food Staples List)
· Organize independently at work, school, or with a group. Coordinate drop-off or request pickup.
· Your donations help ensure families have the food they need.
Book Drives
· Provide books to children and families in need.
· Collect new or gently used books independently; summer collections help prepare for back-to-school programs.
· Contact our office to arrange drop-off.
Collecting School Supplies
- Help students start school prepared with essential supplies.
- Collect items like notebooks, pencils, crayons, and backpacks; summer is peak collection time.
- Coordinate drop-off with our office.
Get Involved
For more information about any of these volunteer opportunities or to sign up, please complete the volunteer form, click HERE!
You can also contact us directly at (909) 622-3806, ext. 108 or email vcoordinator@inlandvalleyhopepartners.org.