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Volunteer Catering Calculator

Estimate the food and drink quantities needed to keep your volunteer team fuelled.

Estimated quantities

Packed lunches

2 per person (full day)

40

Snack portions

Every 2 hours

80

Water

0.5L per person/hour

80L

Hot drinks

Every 3 hours

60

Planning tip

Add a 10–15% buffer to account for no-shows, dietary swaps, and unexpected arrivals. Always check dietary requirements in advance.

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Know exactly how many people are on each shift before you order catering.

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