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“Everyone at PROP tries to always do the right thing helping clients. I am proud to be part of the volunteer team.” – PROP volunteer
Questions? Please contact prop@propfood.org
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Volunteer FAQ's
Volunteering at Prop
PROP has a variety of volunteer opportunities within food operations, front office, and support systems. All volunteer positions are weekly ongoing commitments, with a commitment of at least 30 hours of service over a three month period. Orientation and training sessions are required for all volunteer positions except special projects or drivers. Learn more about the positions, hours and responsibilities by filling out our online application.
Volunteer FAQ’s
Q: Who can volunteer at PROP?
A: PROP welcomes all who would like to volunteer
Q: Is there an age minimum to volunteer at PROP?
A: Those 14+ years old can work on-site at our food shelf
Q: Is there a time commitment to volunteer at PROP?
A: If you are volunteering for a committee or a special project, this would be dependent on the staff. All other roles (food shelf, office, drivers), we prefer a commitment of at least 3 months.
Q: Are there events my family can volunteer at?
A: Adults and families with children under 14 can volunteer at many PROP events, including our annual Empty Bowls fundraiser in February, the annual Postal Drive in May, and various food drive pop-ups at local groceries around the city.
Learn more about the positions, hours and responsibilities by filling out our online application.
Featured News
Taste of the Prairie
Looking forward to seeing you at our PROP booth at the Taste of the Prairie on June 12, 2025 from 4-8 PM at Fat Pants Brewery. Come for the food, stay for the fun and donate a few dollars to help PROP make sure our neighbors have nutritious food all summer long....
Stamp Out Hunger Saturday May 10th
Let's Stamp Out Hunger on Saturday May 10th, 2025! Giving to PROP Food Shelf just got easier! Be on the look out for the bright yellow PROP bag to be delivered by your postal carrier between May 5th through May 9th. Fill the bag with in-date, unopened items to donate...
Recent News
Taste of the Prairie
Looking forward to seeing you at our PROP booth at the Taste of the Prairie on June 12, 2025 from 4-8 PM at Fat Pants Brewery. Come for the food, stay for the fun and donate a few dollars to help PROP make sure our neighbors have nutritious food all summer long....
Stamp Out Hunger Saturday May 10th
Let's Stamp Out Hunger on Saturday May 10th, 2025! Giving to PROP Food Shelf just got easier! Be on the look out for the bright yellow PROP bag to be delivered by your postal carrier between May 5th through May 9th. Fill the bag with in-date, unopened items to donate...
Eden Prairie Noon Rotary Benefit for PROP
Save the date and get a start on your spring cleaning! On Saturday May 3rd, 10 AM to Noon, the Eden Prairie Noon Rotary will help you securely shred your documents for a suggested donation of $10 per box. Every donation will go to support PROP Food Shelf. So load up...
Crew Carwash Benefit for PROP May 1st , 2nd, 3rd
We are so excited that Crew Carwash is celebrating its Grand Opening on April 17th at 2:15 PM at the corner of 4 & 5 in Eden Prairie. And what's even more exciting is that on May 1st, 2nd and 3rd, Crew is offering a free ultimate car wash for a donation of any...
