Volunteer Opportunities
The work of the Child Nutrition Council of Manitoba would not be possible without the community support we receive! Please see below the different ways that you can volunteer your time to help support child nutrition in Manitoba schools.
Stone Soup
Our annual Stone Soup fundraiser is held every year in March to raise awareness and funds for Manitoba school meal and snack programs. The event would not be possible without the generous help from volunteers! With the help of top local chefs, generous businesses, organizations, and the community we showcase the value of collaboration and raise support for our programming.
Special projects for nutrition students
The Child Nutrition Council is often looking for university students to assist with various projects throughout the year. If you are a student interested in volunteering, please send a resume and some information about the type of volunteer work you’re looking for to our email at info@childnutritioncouncil.com.
School breakfast, snack, and lunch programs
Many schools operate their breakfast, snack, or lunch programs with the support of volunteers. Tasks and duties that they may need help with include:
- Menu planning
- Shopping
- Gardening
- Cooking
- Baking
- Serving
- Special activities
- Clean-up
– and more!
“I overheard some kids talking about what kinds of fruit they like. Some kids were trying new foods that they don’t usually eat every day. It was interesting to see how strongly they are influenced by their peers’ food choices.”
~Kerby Sylvester, student volunteer from the University of Manitoba
“One of the younger boys asked to speak to me for a minute, so I said sure. He actually stopped to thank me. It was nice to hear and inspiring to know he thought to take the time to thank me all on his own without someone telling him to.”
~Jennifer Painter, student volunteer from the University of Manitoba
If you are interested in volunteering at a school please contact the school directly to inquire about volunteer opportunities with their breakfast, snack, or lunch program. Schools may require that volunteers provide a:
- criminal record check; and
- child abuse registry check.
For a listing of Winnipeg schools that have breakfast, snack, or lunch programs supported by the Child Nutrition Council of Manitoba for the 2022-23 school year click here.
For a listing of rural and northern Manitoba schools that have breakfast, snack, or lunch programs supported by the Child Nutrition Council of Manitoba for the 2022-23 school year click here.