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Celebrating our Volunteers of the Year
At Foodbank NSW & ACT, our volunteers are the lifeblood of our organisation, bringing a wealth of life experiences and a shared commitment to our mission.
We have a diverse group of volunteers, from recently retired and re-entering the workforce to university students. Their shared dedication plays a crucial role in our ability to provide over 20 million meals to communities across NSW and the ACT.
Our volunteers’ dedication and hard work provide more than just meals to families doing it tough. We know that financial hardships and hunger often also come with social stigma, physical and mental health challenges and can impact our community’s ability to face other challenges in life.
Every day, we receive countless messages from families we have supported, thanking our incredible team of volunteers and expressing their gratitude for the simple fact that they care enough to do what they do.
Our Volunteers of the Year
The NSW Volunteer of the Year Awards are an annual program aimed at recognising the incredible dedication, effort and community service of our state’s volunteers, volunteer leaders and volunteer teams.
According to The Centre for Volunteering, the Awards program has grown to become one of the largest celebrations of volunteering in Australia. Last year, more than 133,000 nominees from over 500 organisations were recognised at Regional and State Ceremonies.
We have nominated Antoine, Jane and Marina as our Foodbank NSW & ACT Volunteers of the Year.
Jane and Antoine Mapoon
Married couple, Jane and Antoine Mapoon, have been volunteering with Foodbank NSW & ACT since 2014. They have seen our organisation grow through warehouse site moves, natural disasters and updates to our technology and processes. Their dedication and ongoing support have made them invaluable members of our team.
Antoine works in our warehouse, picking orders and welcoming and training new volunteers. His calm and caring approach helps new volunteers feel comfortable and quickly become part of our team.”
– Volunteer Engagement Team
Jane specialises in sorting single-item donations, ensuring they are safe for distribution. Her meticulous work and training of new volunteers in her section ensure our operations run smoothly and efficiently.”
– Volunteer Engagement Team
Marina Juan
Marina joined our volunteer team last year, bringing boundless enthusiasm. She supports our warehouse three days a week, picking orders for shipment to our community partners across NSW & the ACT.
Marina’s welcoming nature and encouragement of friends to volunteer make her a perfect ambassador for Foodbank NSW & ACT. She has represented us at recognition events and played an active role in National Volunteer Week 2024.”
– Volunteer Engagement Team
The dedication of volunteers like Antoine, Jane and Marina is a testament to the positive impact our volunteers have on the community. Their commitment and hard work not only help us feed those in need but also help foster a supportive and inclusive environment for our new volunteers.
Volunteer with us
Are you inspired by the stories of Jane, Antoine, and Marina? You can join our team of dedicated, regular volunteers at Foodbank NSW & ACT and make a difference in your community. Your efforts will contribute to providing meals to those in need and help us continue our mission to fight hunger.
