Join our team

Tummies Not Trash is run entirely by volunteers.

Every day, people give their time to collect surplus food, run the Hub, and keep everything moving.

If that sounds like something you’d like to be part of, you can get started below.

How to volunteer with us

Whether you join the Hub or Collection team, the process is simple

Complete an expression of interest form

You will be contacted to book a trial shift

Register as an official volunteer!

Which team do I join?

Hub team

Where: The Hub, 177 Gorgie Road

When: Each shift is from 9.30am to 12.30am, and days are flexible

What: Hub volunteers help with getting the space ready before opening, manning it while it’s open (greeting & welcoming, replenishing fridges, taking donations etc.) and tidy up before closing.

If you’re interested in becoming a Hub volunteer, please complete the Volunteer expression of interest form below:

Collection team

Where: Various partner stores throughout Edinburgh

When: Collection times available throughout the day

What: The Collection team help pick up surplus food items from our partner stores and drop them at The Hub. If you’re interested in becoming part of the Collection team, please complete the Volunteer expression of interest form below: