Shopper Advisory Council
What is it?
A group of shoppers who meet monthly to:
Discuss what’s happening at the food bank
Share ideas to improve shopping experiences
Help make decisions that impact shoppers
What’s being offered?
Transportation stipend
Meal/snacks at meetings
Interpretation and/or childcare support if needed
Meeting times based on participants’ availability
Who can join?
We encourage shoppers who are unhoused, disabled, immigrants, BIPOC, trans, and nonbinary to apply!
Shop at UDFB on Roosevelt & 50th or get food from the Apple A Day Cafe
Can meet for 2 hours per month from January to December 2027
Care for your neighbors
Want to help make UDFB a more inclusive place
How do I apply?
Apply online here or ask a staff member for a paper application at UDFB!
Applications are open until November 6th, 2027. If you'd like assistance completing an application, please join us for one of our weekly support sessions.
Friday, October 23
12-1:30pm in Spanish and English
Thursday, October 29
4:30-6:00pm in Cantonese, Mandarin, and English
Monday, Nov 2
9:30am-11:00am in Spanish and English
If you need additional support, please contact The Shopper Advisory team
Guiding Values
Dignity - We have respect for each other and acknowledge each person’s inherent value.
Community-centric - We work together to create a welcoming, safe, and inclusive environment for all who interact with the food bank, where everyone belongs and has a voice.
Sustainability - We value sustainability for community wellbeing, the environment, and beyond.
Accountability - We are accountable to each other, and the broader community, to show up in alignment with these values and adjust our actions accordingly.
Commitment - We are committed to helping make familiar food and vital resources available to all, and to show up for each other and this work with compassion.
Joy - We strive to center safety and connection, fostering well-being through our actions and services.
