# Central Texas Food Bank Family Thanksgiving Volunteer & Sorting Session > Program for families in the Austin–Round Rock–San Marcos area (TX). Times are Central Time. - When: Ongoing - Dates: Mon, Nov 23 – Wed, Nov 25 - Where: Central Texas Food Bank, 6500 Metropolis Dr, Austin, TX 78744 - Ages: Ages 8 and older - Price: Free volunteer service opportunity (Advanced registration required) - Organizer: Central Texas Food Bank - Official page: https://www.centraltexasfoodbank.org/ - Last checked: Thu, Nov 5 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 42 metro areas as of Nov 11, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-11-10), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/austin/activities/central-texas-food-bank-family-thanksgiving-volunteer-and-sorting-sess--listing-4bc9e8a766672c00bab7128f ## About Inspire the true spirit of Thanksgiving by joining a family volunteer shift at the Central Texas Food Bank. Families with children ages 8 and up work together in the spacious, modern warehouse sorting, inspecting, and packaging fresh holiday produce, canned goods, and holiday pantry boxes for families in need across 21 Central Texas counties. Shifts include an educational orientation on food security and a tour showing the direct impact of community action. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Warehouse environment requires closed-toe shoes; service areas are paved and wheelchair accessible. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Modern volunteer lounge with filtered water dispensers, restrooms with changing counters, and break tables. • Age Suitability: Children ages 8 and older accompanied by an adult guardian. • Sensory Tips: Energetic music plays in the warehouse; volunteers are encouraged to take sensory breaks in the quiet lobby as needed. ## Similar picks in Austin - [Thanksgiving Bingo Bash at Delores Duffie Recreation Center](https://grassyknees.com/austin/activities/thanksgiving-bingo-bash-at-delores-duffie-recreation-center--listing-56ba4a5998110e1dd9c6ddea) — Sat, Nov 14 · 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM · Delores Duffie Recreation Center · Free · checked Oct 30. 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