Volunteer with The Francis Kitchen
The Francis Kitchen is built on community. Everything we do—from preparing meals to welcoming guests—is made possible by people who believe that food should be shared with dignity, love, and generosity.
Whether you have a few hours to give or are looking for a more regular way to serve, there is a place for you at The Francis Kitchen.
Why Volunteer?
Volunteering with The Francis Kitchen is about more than helping in a kitchen. It’s about showing up for your neighbors, building relationships, and being part of a community where everyone is welcome. No special experience is required—just a willingness to serve with kindness and respect.
Volunteer Opportunities
We are currently looking for volunteers to help with a variety of day-to-day roles, including:
- Food preparation and cooking support
- Serving meals and welcoming guests
- Cleaning and kitchen chores
- Set-up and breakdown for meals and events
- General support behind the scenes
Whether you enjoy hands-on kitchen work or prefer helping with logistics and organization, your time and talents are deeply appreciated.
Host a Pop-Up Meal
In addition to in-kitchen volunteering, we are seeking individuals, faith communities, organizations, and businesses willing to host pop-up meals throughout the Charlottesville area.
Pop-up meals help us extend our reach, build relationships in different neighborhoods, and bring people together around a shared table. Hosts may provide space, help with set-up, or partner with us to welcome guests—The Francis Kitchen will work closely with you to make the event meaningful and manageable.
Hosting a pop-up meal is a powerful way to support our mission and create a welcoming space where food, dignity, and community meet.
Join Us
No matter how you choose to get involved, your presence makes a difference. Together, we can nourish our community, one meal—and one act of care—at a time.
Interested in volunteering or hosting a pop-up meal?
We’d love to hear from you.