The Surprise Human Service and Community Vitality Department is looking for volunteers for its day of service events on Wednesday, May 18 and Wednesday June 15.

Volunteers will assist with sorting bulk food items, creating food baskets and loading food into vehicles, helping in the process of providing food for families in need.

Individuals and groups can register with Larry Garcia at Larry.Garcia@surpriseaz.gov or 623-222-1522.

Groups are asked to submit a group name and estimated number of volunteers — limited to no more than 10 people.

St. Mary’s Food Bank is at 13050 W. Elm St. in Surprise. There are two shifts to choose from, 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

For those who are interested but unavailable, upcoming day of service opportunities are:

• Wednesday, July 20
• Wednesday, August 17
• Wednesday, September 14

Day of service events are updates at surpriseaz.gov/dayofservice.