Opportunities From: Serve Washington

There is a huge need for volunteers in Pierce county to help construct wheel chair ramps and install grab bars. Our goal is to help seniors stay in their own homes as long as physically possible.  It would be great if you had some knowledge of construction and tools... but not required.

Our volunteers work in groups to accomplish this task... come join us and help someone get in and out of their home safely.

Training is available  

If you enjoy driving, DESC has a great way to get out and about in Seattle and help provide clothing and resources to our community that is experiencing homelessness!

DESC is looking for reliable drivers to deliver donations to DESC programs throughout the city, as needed. Also, a backup driver for Mondays and Fridays who can fill in to retrieve donated clothing from two Crossroads Clothing locations in the University District and Capitol Hill neighborhoods and take them to our donation center in Columbia City area of Seattle (5270 Rainier Ave S.) for processing and distribution.

Driver's pick up from Crossroads on Monday's and Fridays starting at 11AM. Complete shift should take around 2-3 hours.

*Driver's with large vehicles (pickup truck or large van) can utilize personal vehicle or DESC can provide a delivery van if needed. Please note, we can also utilize driver's for other various delivery needs if availability or vehicle size does not match.

*REQUIREMENTS: Washington State Driver’s License, clean driving record, personal vehicle insurance and ability to lift 25+ lbs. Commitment of at least 6 months. Vaccination/Proof of Vaccination for COVID required.

Like to organize and keep things tidy? We could use your help!  Many of DESC's programs have a resource closet.  We need your help in maintaining and upkeeping the items and making sure they are available for staff to give to clients in need.  This position will include performing a weekly inventory of clothing and other resources, partnering with staff about needs then communicating those needs to the donation center.

This position has limited interaction with clients and is more organizational in nature.  This opportunity is at our 216 James Clinic and the Lew Middleton Drop In Center in downtown Seattle.  The Lew Middleton Drop-In Center was started by Washington state’s longest-standing Certified Peer Counselor, Lew Middleton Jr. Since 1994, the center is and continuously aims to be a safe space for an incredibly special and diverse population. The center is staffed and operated by a team of Certified Peer Specialists, who receive intensive clinical training in order to best serve the community and provide recovery-oriented services.

Many of those we serve, have low to no income so these supplies are essential at ensuring their well being. This volunteer role would be responsible for maintaining the organization of these supplies so that they are easily accessible, as well as communicating any needs when supplies are low or out. Frequency in most cases would be weekly and schedule is flexible depending on volunteer schedule and location needs/abilities.

All volunteers must be fully vaccinated against COVID and adhere to any required safety guidelines. Submission of proof of vaccination is required and masking is still mandatory in our locations. Must be over 18 and complete a background check. We ask for a commitment of at least 6 months.

Do you have a special skill that you think would make a great group activity for our DESC residents/clients? Would you like to be involved with assisting someone else in their special skill or just spend time with some of the people that DESC serves?

DESC has 15 housing locations across the Seattle area as well as a few additional programs that lead a variety of group activities for DESC residents/clients. Activities range from bingo to art groups, etc. We are seeking volunteers to lead or assist staff with these activities. Type of group activity would depend on abilities/talents of the volunteer and the needs of the specific housing location. Frequency in most cases would be weekly and schedule is flexible depending on volunteer schedule and location needs/abilities.

If you are interested, please let us know if you prefer leading a group or assisting someone else with leading a group and what types of groups you might be interested in. If you have a special skill that you think would make a great group, let us know as we are always open to options and our housing programs main focus is just to create a group environment where our residents can connect as a community.

All volunteers must be fully vaccinated against COVID and adhere to any required safety guidelines. Submission of proof of vaccination is required. Must be over 18 and complete a background check. We ask for a commitment of at least 6 months.

Bellingham Housing Authority – There are two (2) vacancies on the Board of Commissioners. Meets the
3rd Tuesday of the month at 1:00 p.m. The meetings are held in hybrid format, and commissioners may
attend in-person or remote via zoom. If interested in applying, please submit letter of interest to
Executive Services Manager, 208 Unity Street, Bellingham, WA 98225 or by email at hr@bwcha.org and
fill out a City Boards/Commissions application here: Board and Commission Vacancies (cob.org)

BMAC is once again the host of a new regional office for the Washington State Long-Term Care Ombuds Program (LTCOP). This program provides effective, visible advocacy for residents in long-term care facilities. A certified ombuds is a volunteer, observer, listener, detective, communicator, and problem-solver who advocates for residents in long-term care facilities. Each volunteer receives extensive free training and support. Our volunteers find that they enjoy knowing that their volunteer work makes a critical difference in the lives of vulnerable people. Volunteer Ombuds work to protect residents’ rights and dignity, ensure quality care, and prevent neglect, abuse, and other issues.

Contact Elizabeth Claridge to request a volunteer application.

CAST serves a simple meal Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday evenings to anyone in need of a small meal. Shifts are from 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm once a month on Wednesdays, Thursdays, or Fridays. The serving site is outside and we serve year-round, rain or shine.

Responsibilities for this volunteer opportunity are:

Must haves:

A completed Interfaith Coalition Volunteer Application is required. Training is provided during your first shift. This opportunity is not generally appropriate for youth under the age of 16, and youth 16-18 must have parental approval.  

Quote from a new volunteer: "It was truly an amazingly satisfying experience to serve tonight. Very difficult to describe the emotional feelings. We served some 45 people. Thanks for allowing me to be able to participate."

CAST (Coffee and Sandwiches Together)

We serve a simple meal on the streets of Bellingham 4 nights/week (Mon/Tues/Thurs/Fri). Our purpose is to serve food and connection to our neighbors in need. Many of our volunteers have been with CAST for years and continue to find it a rewarding and fulfilling experience.

Sandwich makers do food prep in the kitchen of a congregation in Fairhaven, making sandwiches (generally a 100 - 120 sandwiches), loading the carts with other supplies, and then cleaning up the kitchen. Available shifts are Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday afternoon from about 3 pm - 4:30 pm. A completed Interfaith Coalition volunteer application is required and the Health Department requires volunteers to have a food handlers card (you can complete online.)

When you sign up for a shift, you commit to that day each month. NOTE: some shifts - like "5th Wed." for example - have months when you will not volunteer.

Are you passionate about mental health and giving back to your community? We have an amazing opportunity as we are looking to expand our Board of Directors! We are looking for dedicated individuals to serve on our Board of Directors at HERO House NW.

HERO House NW is the administrative and advocating body for three clubhouses in Washington State.

We formed because of the clear need to develop more clubhouses in the state. Using economies of scale, we have been able to set the stage for our vision of a Washington State where clubhouse communities not only survive but thrive.

HERO House NW’s Clubhouses are the “What now?” for individuals who have become lost in the mental health system, for people whose current treatment has become stagnant, and for those who have found great success in clinical treatment of their illness but are left isolated, unemployed, and hopeless.

Through our programs, we provide education, advocacy, pre-vocational skill building, socialization, employment placement, and support.

Our current board members work in a variety of fields, including marketing, finance, real estate, and law. We’d love to give you an opportunity to join our team and use your skills and experience to help HERO House NW and the community.

Board Member Responsibilities

The Marketing Volunteer will work closely with the Volunteer Coordinator and the Marketing Committee to create marketing materials and execute marketing strategies that increase awareness about the makerspace, attract new members and volunteers, and engage with the local community.

Responsibilities:

CCS along with Sacred Heart Parish have an Emergency Clothing Closet at the CCS Farmworker Center in Mt Vernon, looking for volunteers to help organize incoming donations, work when the closet is open to the public and help organize other volunteers. 

Need volunteers on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.

Please apply on Indeed: https://www.indeed.com/q-Eden-Hospice-Care-jobs.html?vjk=d9d98e48c6195ea6. 

Becoming an Eden Health Hospice Volunteer is the opportunity to give back. To lend a hand and a listening ear at a time of great need. An opportunity to make a lasting impact. Spending time reflecting on our own values and perspectives helps us to understand, appreciate , and celebrate the wisdom that often comes with life experience. Whether it’s through sharing life lessons, a funny story, or skill, we all have something to offer those around us.

Eden Health Events Volunteers assist at various intervals around the year in areas of indirect care. Volunteers shall support and reinforce the philosophy of the Eden Hospice Program. The Volunteer provides a wide variety of supportive services that assist the patient in improving their quality of life.

Essential Functions

Potential Volunteer Tasks

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

INQUIRE TODAY TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE.

Eden Hospice is an equal opportunity employer.

Please apply on Indeed: https://www.indeed.com/q-Eden-Hospice-Care-jobs.html?vjk=d9d98e48c6195ea6. 

Becoming an Eden Health Hospice Volunteer is the opportunity to give back. To lend a hand and a listening ear at a time of great need. An opportunity to make a lasting impact. Spending time reflecting on our own values and perspectives helps us to understand, appreciate , and celebrate the wisdom that often comes with life experience. Whether it’s through sharing life lessons, a funny story, or skill, we all have something to offer those around us.

Eden Health Events Volunteers assist at various intervals around the year in areas of indirect care. Volunteers shall support and reinforce the philosophy of the Eden Hospice Program. The Volunteer provides a wide variety of supportive services that assist the patient in improving their quality of life.

Essential Functions

Potential Volunteer Tasks

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

INQUIRE TODAY TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE.

Eden Hospice is an equal opportunity employer.

Please apply on Indeed: https://www.indeed.com/q-Eden-Hospice-Care-jobs.html?vjk=d9d98e48c6195ea6. 

Becoming an Eden Health Hospice Volunteer is the opportunity to give back. To lend a hand and a listening ear at a time of great need. An opportunity to make a lasting impact. Spending time reflecting on our own values and perspectives helps us to understand, appreciate , and celebrate the wisdom that often comes with life experience. Whether it’s through sharing life lessons, a funny story, or skill, we all have something to offer those around us.

Eden Health Administrative Volunteers assist at our Bellingham office in areas of indirect care. Volunteers shall support and reinforce the philosophy of the Eden Hospice Program. The Volunteer provides a wide variety of supportive services that assist the patient in improving their quality of life.

Essential Functions

Potential Volunteer Tasks

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

INQUIRE TODAY TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE.

Eden Hospice is an equal opportunity employer.

Please apply on Indeed: https://www.indeed.com/q-Eden-Hospice-Care-jobs.html?vjk=d9d98e48c6195ea6. 

Becoming an Eden Health Hospice Volunteer is the opportunity to give back. To lend a hand and a listening ear at a time of great need. An opportunity to make a lasting impact. Spending time reflecting on our own values and perspectives helps us to understand, appreciate , and celebrate the wisdom that often comes with life experience. Whether it’s through sharing life lessons, a funny story, or skill, we all have something to offer those around us.

Eden Health Administrative Volunteers assist at our Bellingham office in areas of indirect care. Volunteers shall support and reinforce the philosophy of the Eden Hospice Program. The Volunteer provides a wide variety of supportive services that assist the patient in improving their quality of life.

Essential Functions

Potential Volunteer Tasks

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

INQUIRE TODAY TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE.

Eden Hospice is an equal opportunity employer.

Make a difference in the life of a 10yo girl's life (and yours) by being her mentor. Spanish is her first language and the language her mother speaks, so it would be a plus if you speak Spanish. She wants someone to talk with, to create art and play games...

Popular group activities include: arts and crafts, music, bingo, table and board games, worship services and Bible study. We are willing to work with your hobbies and passions, to create new and interesting group activities for our residents.

Adopt a resident! Spend one on one time with a resident who could use a friend. Many of our residents enjoy having someone to read with, go for walks, arts and crafts, play card games, or simply just visit with them.

Our vision is to have a community of volunteers that will rise to the challenge of emergencies to improve the quality of life in Walla Walla Valley in the future. We are prepared to open an Emergency Operations Center (EOC) to provide support to field incident commanders and information to the public when a disaster occurs. We are always looking for volunteers to assist us in the EOC.

Event assistants help out either Volunteer Coordinator or Forest Stewards with day-of event tasks, from event set-up and break down, volunteer registration forms, taking photos  during event, and leading volunteers in restoration tasks. Restoration tasks will include removing weeds, planting, spreading mulch and gravel, watering, and some trail work among others.

Note: Volunteer assistants are not expected to spend event time actively doing restoration, but rather guiding attendees by offering help and giving advice on best practices.

Duties:

Time Commitment:

DESC is looking for weekday/weekend volunteers to help sort through donations at our Donation Processing Center that will benefit our DESC clients/residents. Clothing resources, hygiene and household items are highly requested by our emergency housing/shelter, housing and outreach programs so your assistance would be vital to meeting those needs.

Clothing donations are delivered 2 days a week to our donations processing center, located in our Rainier House building in Columbia City area of Seattle, where you will be sorting. We also receive various donations from the community. Your responsibilities will include identifying items for use by DESC clients across various programs and shelving those items for pick up from case managers.

Hours are flexible and sorting can be done anytime between 8 AM - 8 PM any day of the week / weekend. It is preferred that volunteers choose a weekly scheduled shift but we can also offer flexible pop in shifts as well if schedule will not allow. Most shifts are done solo but sometimes there can be slight overlap.

All volunteers must be fully vaccinated against COVID and adhere to any required safety guidelines. Submission of proof of vaccination is required. DESC is a licensed healthcare provider and follows all direction given by the CDC. Sometimes lifting around 20-25 lbs is needed but we can adapt depending on individual needs if necessary. Must be over 18 and complete a background check. We ask for a commitment of at least 6 months.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Mercer Island’s Natural Resources Department is looking for volunteer photographers. Volunteers in this role will take photos for promotional materials and marketing purposes. We’re specifically looking for photographers to capture our various events, along with photos of plants and wildlife across the island.

We will accept photographers of all levels from students to professionals. We do not have a camera to provide.

DUTIES:

Team Project Idea: Food and Toiletry Drive for the Skagit Food Distribution Center

Engage in a meaningful group activity by holding a donation drive for Skagit County families. The Skagit Food Distribution Center serves 14 Skagit County food banks and is in need of the following items:

Where to Donate: Skagit Food Distribution Center, 220 Michael Street in Sedro Woolley, weekdays between 10:00 and 2:00

Volunteer Type: Civic group, business, team, church group, adult or youth

Timeline: Ongoing  

Community Need Met: At Community Action of Skagit County we believe everyone should have access to enough healthy, nutritious food to thrive at school, work and home. Your contribution to this program will help end hunger by providing a local source of nutritious food for the hungry in Skagit County, where one in four children and one in seven adults don't know where their next meal is coming from.

Contact: volunteercenter@communityactionskagit.org or (360) 588-5753.

Project Ideas: Make it fun!

The Volunteer Food Warehouse Assistant helps sort and stock food donations that come in through several community partners which include stores and other warehouses. The main task is to sort and store food items as they come in and make sure they are ready for dispersal into the community via the Food Pantry.

Please click this link https://volunteer.usawest.org/OpportunityDetail.aspx to register for the date that works best for you. 

Volunteers working in this capacity should be able to repeatedly lift up to 25 pounds to waist level, bend over, sit, stand, and walk. 

Free hot lunch is available in our community center. 

While overseen by a staff member, The Salvation Army Puyallup Food Bank is completely volunteer driven. Volunteers are needed to guide guests through the client choice pantry to select the foods most beneficial to their family, sort and weigh donations, stock shelves, and light janitorial. Through the collective work of our amazing volunteers, more than 15,000 families are provided food every year in East Pierce County.

Please go to our volunteer website https://volunteer.usawest.org/OpportunityDetail.aspx to select the date and times that work best for you. You may select one shift or multiple.

Free hot lunch is available in our community center. 

Any questions please contact Diane Warbus at 253-841-1491 diane.warbus@usw.salvationarmy.org

The Team Captain assists Operation Homefront with the delivery of local OH and/or community outreach events by acting as the POC for volunteer groups, whether that group is a corporate partner, a service or family group, or a collection of individuals. The Team Captain receives and disseminates information about local volunteer opportunities, effectively activating his/her respective group. The Team Captain reports to the designee of the Area or Program Manager, communicating how many and which members of the group can attend, and reporting and recording hours after the event. The Team Captain may or may not also serve at events. 

Average Time Investment:  2-8 hours per event, depending on whether the Captain also attends the event  

Responsibilities: 

Personal Qualifications: 

Additional Qualifications for Outreach: 

If you have any questions or are interested in learning more, please email isabel.murphy@operationhomefront.org.

Help us spread love, joy and frosting as a volunteer baker in Bellingham, WA!

For Goodness Cakes works with foster agencies and care homes to match volunteers to bake and deliver birthday cakes to disadvantaged youth and young adults in many locations across the US.

We are looking for volunteer bakers to join our Sprinkle Squad of intrepid bakers to help put smiles on a child’s face. The opportunity is flexible around your schedule, whether you can commit to one cake a year or fifty. You don’t have to be a master cake decorator to help out, even a simple cake can make the day sweet!

These children and young adults' lives when we connect with them are centered around fixing their immediate traumas - be it neglect, poverty, or abandonment. For Goodness Cakes presents a unique opportunity to help give them the chance to disconnect from that trauma, and give hope in the world around them. It produces such an incredible impact from a small effort that almost anyone can join and give back around their own busy schedules.

You can check out our website at the link below to take our online orientation and begin baking cakes! This training is mandatory for all volunteers, and there are zero exceptions. You'll learn about how we work, what to expect from your volunteer experience, and all about food safety - because that's our number one priority! When you become a volunteer you'll be baking out of your own home, choosing cakes to bake and deliver around your own schedule, so it's imperative you understand the risks and liabilities.

Keep in mind that you must be at least 18 years old, are able to make deliveries in the County you provide, and you must pass with a 90% or more within two attempts. Baking with us is not a group activity and we ask that you sign up with our organization as an individual.

http://www.forgoodnesscakes.org

By responding to this listing we will reach out to you. Hope to see you on the Sprinkle Squad soon!

Help us spread love, joy and frosting as a volunteer baker in Bellingham, WA!

For Goodness Cakes works with foster agencies and care homes to match volunteers to bake and deliver birthday cakes to disadvantaged youth and young adults in many locations across the US.

We are looking for volunteer bakers to join our Sprinkle Squad of intrepid bakers to help put smiles on a child’s face. The opportunity is flexible around your schedule, whether you can commit to one cake a year or fifty. You don’t have to be a master cake decorator to help out, even a simple cake can make the day sweet!

These children and young adults' lives when we connect with them are centered around fixing their immediate traumas - be it neglect, poverty, or abandonment. For Goodness Cakes presents a unique opportunity to help give them the chance to disconnect from that trauma, and give hope in the world around them. It produces such an incredible impact from a small effort that almost anyone can join and give back around their own busy schedules.

You can check out our website at the link below to take our online orientation and begin baking cakes! This training is mandatory for all volunteers, and there are zero exceptions. You'll learn about how we work, what to expect from your volunteer experience, and all about food safety - because that's our number one priority! When you become a volunteer you'll be baking out of your own home, choosing cakes to bake and deliver around your own schedule, so it's imperative you understand the risks and liabilities.

Keep in mind that you must be at least 18 years old, are able to make deliveries in the County you provide, and you must pass with a 90% or more within two attempts. Baking with us is not a group activity and we ask that you sign up with our organization as an individual.

http://www.forgoodnesscakes.org

By responding to this listing we will reach out to you. Hope to see you on the Sprinkle Squad soon!

Help us spread love, joy and frosting as a volunteer baker in Bellingham, WA!

For Goodness Cakes works with foster agencies and care homes to match volunteers to bake and deliver birthday cakes to disadvantaged youth and young adults in many locations across the US.

We are looking for volunteer bakers to join our Sprinkle Squad of intrepid bakers to help put smiles on a child’s face. The opportunity is flexible around your schedule, whether you can commit to one cake a year or fifty. You don’t have to be a master cake decorator to help out, even a simple cake can make the day sweet!

These children and young adults' lives when we connect with them are centered around fixing their immediate traumas - be it neglect, poverty, or abandonment. For Goodness Cakes presents a unique opportunity to help give them the chance to disconnect from that trauma, and give hope in the world around them. It produces such an incredible impact from a small effort that almost anyone can join and give back around their own busy schedules.

You can check out our website at the link below to take our online orientation and begin baking cakes! This training is mandatory for all volunteers, and there are zero exceptions. You'll learn about how we work, what to expect from your volunteer experience, and all about food safety - because that's our number one priority! When you become a volunteer you'll be baking out of your own home, choosing cakes to bake and deliver around your own schedule, so it's imperative you understand the risks and liabilities.

Keep in mind that you must be at least 18 years old, are able to make deliveries in the County you provide, and you must pass with a 90% or more within two attempts. Baking with us is not a group activity and we ask that you sign up with our organization as an individual.

http://www.forgoodnesscakes.org

By responding to this listing we will reach out to you. Hope to see you on the Sprinkle Squad soon!

Help us spread love, joy and frosting as a volunteer baker in Bellingham, WA!

For Goodness Cakes works with foster agencies and care homes to match volunteers to bake and deliver birthday cakes to disadvantaged youth and young adults in many locations across the US.

We are looking for volunteer bakers to join our Sprinkle Squad of intrepid bakers to help put smiles on a child’s face. The opportunity is flexible around your schedule, whether you can commit to one cake a year or fifty. You don’t have to be a master cake decorator to help out, even a simple cake can make the day sweet!

These children and young adults' lives when we connect with them are centered around fixing their immediate traumas - be it neglect, poverty, or abandonment. For Goodness Cakes presents a unique opportunity to help give them the chance to disconnect from that trauma, and give hope in the world around them. It produces such an incredible impact from a small effort that almost anyone can join and give back around their own busy schedules.

You can check out our website at the link below to take our online orientation and begin baking cakes! This training is mandatory for all volunteers, and there are zero exceptions. You'll learn about how we work, what to expect from your volunteer experience, and all about food safety - because that's our number one priority! When you become a volunteer you'll be baking out of your own home, choosing cakes to bake and deliver around your own schedule, so it's imperative you understand the risks and liabilities.

Keep in mind that you must be at least 18 years old, are able to make deliveries in the County you provide, and you must pass with a 90% or more within two attempts. Baking with us is not a group activity and we ask that you sign up with our organization as an individual.

http://www.forgoodnesscakes.org

By responding to this listing we will reach out to you. Hope to see you on the Sprinkle Squad soon!

Help us spread love, joy and frosting as a volunteer baker in Bellingham, WA!

For Goodness Cakes works with foster agencies and care homes to match volunteers to bake and deliver birthday cakes to disadvantaged youth and young adults in many locations across the US.

We are looking for volunteer bakers to join our Sprinkle Squad of intrepid bakers to help put smiles on a child’s face. The opportunity is flexible around your schedule, whether you can commit to one cake a year or fifty. You don’t have to be a master cake decorator to help out, even a simple cake can make the day sweet!

These children and young adults' lives when we connect with them are centered around fixing their immediate traumas - be it neglect, poverty, or abandonment. For Goodness Cakes presents a unique opportunity to help give them the chance to disconnect from that trauma, and give hope in the world around them. It produces such an incredible impact from a small effort that almost anyone can join and give back around their own busy schedules.

You can check out our website at the link below to take our online orientation and begin baking cakes! This training is mandatory for all volunteers, and there are zero exceptions. You'll learn about how we work, what to expect from your volunteer experience, and all about food safety - because that's our number one priority! When you become a volunteer you'll be baking out of your own home, choosing cakes to bake and deliver around your own schedule, so it's imperative you understand the risks and liabilities.

Keep in mind that you must be at least 18 years old, are able to make deliveries in the County you provide, and you must pass with a 90% or more within two attempts. Baking with us is not a group activity and we ask that you sign up with our organization as an individual.

http://www.forgoodnesscakes.org

By responding to this listing we will reach out to you. Hope to see you on the Sprinkle Squad soon!

We are looking for passionate and enthusiastic volunteer board members to oversee and guide Cares of Washington path forward.

The people we are looking for are diverse candidates that have lived experience and personally relevant backgrounds, and/or a professional background in one or more of the following areas: Accounting, business development and fundraising are strongly encouraged to apply.

The responsibilities of a Cares board member are: 

The average time that a board member spends on Cares board activities is 5 hours a month, i.e. board meetings, sub committee work, strategic planning and representation.

Story from Amelia, Case Manager: “Our Fresh Start shower program volunteers do several different jobs such as greet clients, check them in, help them find clothing, and refreshing/sanitizing the showers. While doing these jobs, many volunteers get to know our clients. When we have regular clients and volunteers, our volunteers can be seen as mentors to our clients. Our clients talk to them and tell them about life or problems that they’re going through, and our volunteers listen to them, support them, and encourage them.”

Mission 

To provide all members of our community with personal dignity, Fishline Food Bank & Comprehensive Services, in collaboration with Kitsap Rescue Mission and the City of Poulsbo, will operate a pilot mobile shower program that will provide the unsheltered neighbors of North Kitsap access to public hygiene services. 

 General Description 

The Shower Attendant supports the Fishline Fresh Start program staff in offering a free shower service to those without access to consistent hygiene services. This position involves multi-tasking, from assisting with daily set-up, making sure the shower trailer is clean and operational, organizing hygiene items and cleaning after each guest (per CDC COVID-19 guidelines). This position also requires the ability to work with diverse populations with a compassionate and welcoming demeanor. The shower attendant will greet every shower guest, guide them to what supplies they need for the shower, walk them to the stall and monitor the time allotted. This is an outdoor position and will be subject to inclement weather, proper coverings and equipment will be supplied. The ability to stand, bend and move around for some periods of time is strongly suggested. Loose, comfortable clothing with applicable layers for weather and closed-toed comfortable shoes is required. There will be a minimum of two shower attendants per shift along with program staff. 

Necessary Skills: 

Grant Evaluators Trained volunteer grant evaluators provide the foundation with valuable assistance in offering local perspective on community needs, and sharing objective findings about grant proposals' fit with KCF funding objectives. Volunteer grant evaluators review the organizations that apply to KCF for grants, producing both verbal and written reports. Grant Evaluator Qualifications Skills required include general knowledge of the community and its non-profit sector; ability to analyze and compare grant applications impartially; ability to communicate concisely, both orally and in writing; understanding of the variety and complexity of community needs; ability to value a diversity of charitable activities in the community; and ability to exercise discretion with confidential information. 

Camp Fire is a fully inclusive organization that welcomes youth of all backgrounds and abilities and we are working hard to ensure our board represents the youth and communities that we serve. New board members are needed that have experience in marketing, fundraising, sales, architecture, construction, retail, restaurant/food service, IT and education.

Our Board is comprised of volunteers from a variety of backgrounds who are responsible for council policy, administration, strategic planning, financial stability and overall support of our programs.

BIPOC applicants and those of non-dominant cultures are encouraged to apply!

Volunteers needed for in-home visits + yard care projects: Neighbors helping neighbors with basic household tasks, yard work, and friendly visiting. These volunteers go to seniors’ homes and help with various requests such as lawn mowing, vacuuming, and changing light bulbs or fire detector batteries.

Please send Madysen McLain an email at volunteers@themustardseedproject.org to apply!

Jarvis, an 87-year old volunteer driver who has logged more than 40,000 miles with TMSP.

Hunger Intervention Program (HIP) is an award-winning organization that is changing the lives of children, families, seniors, and unhoused neighbors by increasing food security through nutritious meals, community food education programs, and advocacy. Join the Board of Directors of HIP and provide strategic leadership to this dynamic organization.

HIP's meal programs provide vital meals to our neighbors, young and old, through programs like our Healthy HIP Packs, Summer Meals, Shelter Meals, and Senior Community Meals. We offer various nutrition education classes, activities, gardening programs, food justice workshops, and cooking demonstrations for children, adults, and families throughout the year. HIP also actively participates in several different coalitions to advocate for food justice issues, locally and nationally.

The HIP board is a governing board, providing oversight and leadership to the organization. It makes sure the best interests of the community are represented and funds are stewarded in support of the mission.

Board members are expected to participate in a monthly board meeting, serve on board committees, and/or hold an officer position as needed, and support fundraising efforts through personally significant annual gifts, connecting to other giving opportunities, and helping at HIP events and outreach.

We value a Board of Directors as diverse as the community we serve and give special consideration to people who have a lived experience of food insecurity. We are specifically looking for people with expertise in one/more of these areas: poverty alleviation, agriculture, farm labor, food systems, social work, community organizing, advocacy, youth services, or senior services; skills in the area of fundraising, law, human resources, non-profit governance, or data & program evaluation. All our Board members are passionate about food justice, understand the importance of working with a racial equity lens, and value continued learning that influences our work. People of color, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQIA2+ folks are strongly encouraged to apply.

Interested? Please respond to this opportunity or email info@hungerintervention.org.

Do you enjoy spending time outdoors in a beautiful garden? Do you want to chat with fellow volunteers while learning valuable gardening skills? Join us for one of our fun work parties!

Our talented horticulture team will lead volunteers on various gardening projects to help us maintain our historic gardens, to include weeding, mulching, deadheading, planting and more.  

Held every Tuesday from 1-3 p.m. and on occasional weekends!  (Sat. Feb. 11th, March 11th & April 22nd all 10:30-12:30)

Enter through our main gate, park inside, walk straight ahead to the Wagner house, look for the "Volunteers sign in here sign" and we will meet you there!

Please contact Julie Lee, Volunteer Coordinator with any questions jlee@lakewoldgardens.org or 253-584-4106 x152.  

It's all about quality of life and "the little things" here at Bailey-Boushay House. A listening ear, a cup of coffee, a friendly conversation, a fun game of BINGO and a little of your time.  We are looking for Seattlites who are settled in our community who wish to give back in those small ways. Volunteers are the heart of Bailey-Boushay House and double the capacity of our staff each week! We are in our 27th year providing support to a fragile and vulnerable population, those living with HIV/AIDS and other life-altering diseases.  

Bailey-Boushay House is looking for motivated community members who have a desire to help people facing life challenging illnesses. We need people from all walks of life, and life experiences to give their time and open heart. We need YOU- and promise that you will receive a remarkable sense of fulfillment in return.

Volunteers (we call the role Program Assistant) assist clients and residents who have very little social support otherwise. In a four hour shift, volunteer a volunteer may listen to a client and or residents talk about their life, participate in a group activities, assist with a meal, escort a client or resident to an appointment, to name a few things that bring joy to our clients and residents. We look forward to sharing our commitment to maintaining the dignity and increasing the quality of life for people living on the margins of society while experiencing life threatening illnesses.

We ask all interested community members to click the "respond" button and then go to www.bailey-boushay.org/volunteer to complete the online application. Once submitted, potential volunteers are contacted regarding an interview.

Next steps include on-line orientation, health screening (immunizations, flu shot and TB test), completion of a DSHS background check, and completion of health learning modules. We ask volunteers to make a one year OR 100 hour commitment to a consistent weekly 4-hour shift. 

Shift options:  

7:30-11:30 am

10:30 am - 2:30 pm

1:30 - 5:30 pm

5:15 - 8:30 pm

Schedules are able to change with school terms.  For our retired volunteers, having the ability to be away for extended trips yet still be a volunteer is a great fit.

For more information about Bailey-Boushay House go to www.baileyboushay.org

Position Title: Dishwasher

Community Need Met: The mission of Friendship House is to reflect the heart of God by feeding, sheltering, clothing, and healing… to empower those in need. A Dishwasher supports the ability to feed healthy meals families, friends, and neighbors of our community.

Qualifications: The Dishwasher will be standing for a few hours at a time in a fast-paced environment working closely with others. These tasks require attention to detail, willingness to take direction, and an embrace of diversity in the workplace.

Responsibilities: This position includes washing dishes, running the dishwasher machine, and other cleaning tasks throughout the kitchen. Orientation and training will be provided and afterword volunteers are expected to independently operate the dish room.

Location and Time Commitment: Volunteers are asked to commit to at least one shift per week for a minimum of three months. All service will be completed in Friendship House Café at 108 Snoqualmie Street, Mount Vernon. Ending times for shifts are only estimates. Volunteers are expected to remain until all duties are complete. Following are the available shifts

How to Apply: Submit a Need Response on Skagit Volunteer Center or contact Olivia Hickerson for more information about this position. Both application routes will go through an application and an interview before placement into a volunteer position.

Contact: Volunteer Coordinator, Olivia Hickerson by email at olivia@skagitfriendshiphouse.org or by phone at (360) 336-6138 ext. 110

Support Community Resource Coordinator

Organize boxes and bags of food for on site deliveries to multiple classrooms

Breakdown and cleanup to leave the worksite in a clean condition

Volunteer at Job Carr Cabin Museum. Saturdays are always fun with visitors of all ages. We are seeking friendly faces to greet museum guests and help them learn about Tacoma's pioneer history. You may also assist with children's crafts and help tourists find their way in Old Town Tacoma. Be a part of bringing Tacoma's birthplace to life!

No need to be a local history expert; we'll give you the tools to succeed! We welcome volunteers of all ages, interests and skill levels. Training and reference materials are provided. You will also have opportunities to assist with a variety of tasks, suited to your skills and interests, that help keep the museum running. Volunteers should be available at least one Saturday per month, but can participate more frequently.

The museum is open W-Sat afternoons and is the visitor center for Old Town, Tacoma. All volunteers must complete a volunteer application form and successfully pass a security background check.

Youth volunteers are welcome at the museum. Teens (15-17) may volunteer with permission from a parent/guardian. Adolescents (10-14) may volunteer if a parent/guardian remains on-site at the Museum to supervise them directly.

http://www.jobcarrmuseum.org

We are looking for someone to come enrich the lives of our residents here at Whitman Place by playing various board and card games with the residents! This could be Uno!, Scrabble, Monopoly or any other game we have! This will be a weekly or bi-weekly opportunity that can work around your schedule. If you have any questions contact Bailey at bkissack@enlivant.com.

Whitman Place is looking for a nondenominational bible study leader!

We are able to work with your schedule, and will ensure you have everything you need for a wonderful bible study session. This could be a virtual opportunity if needed, but our residents love new people coming in! Please reach out to bkissack@enlivant.com if you have any questions!

This volunteer position will support Whitman Mission NHS rangers by staffing the visitor center desk and assisting them in other duties. The volunteer will have to adhere to all National Park Service safety and health regulations during the volunteer position. 

Duties:

Qualifications:

Many nonprofits lack the capacity, resources, and knowledge to raise the funds they need in order to sustain themselves financially and deliver their missions. You can help by contributing your fundraising expertise and boosting the capacity of local nonprofits while also enhancing your own consulting skills.

501 Commons provides high-quality, affordable consulting, coaching, and training services to nonprofits, schools, and public agencies thanks to a corps of skilled volunteers who share their time and talent. The Executive Service Corps, a program of 501 Commons, is dedicated to connecting the skills and expertise of volunteer consultants with organizations in need of planning and management consulting. As a fund development consultant with 501 Commons, you can help build the capacity of nonprofits to effectively fundraise by:

As a Service Corp Member, you will:

While the requirements of each project vary, consultants typically work in pairs and serve approximately 10-12 hours per month each, over the course of 2-4 months.

For more information about how you can utilize your professional expertise to benefit the nonprofit community, visit 501commons.org and click on Engage.

Are you a professional coach who is looking for ways to engage in the community?

We are in high demand for volunteers with coaching certifications and passion for making a difference in the nonprofit community by providing leadership, executive, business, or performance coaching to the senior level leaders including Executives, Directors, Board members, and teams. Coaches who have had work experience in nonprofits are encouraged to apply, as many nonprofit leaders appreciate the guidance of coaches who have been in their shoes.

501 Commons provides high-quality, affordable consulting, coaching, and training services to nonprofits, schools, and public agencies thanks to a corps of skilled volunteers who put their expertise to good use. As a coach with 501 Commons, you can help support nonprofits on projects such as:

Our typical coaching engagement is 15 hours over 6 months where some sessions happen in person and others over the phone or video conferencing.

As a service corps member, you will:

Additionally, if you are in the process of obtaining your coaching certificate, you are welcome to apply. The hours you spend with our clients will count towards your certification.

For more information, please reply to this posting.

Human resource services are essential to the success of nonprofits. However, many nonprofits lack the capacity, resources, and knowledge to provide these services to assist their staff and help achieve their missions. You can help by contributing your human resources skills and experience to help boost the capacity of local nonprofits while also enhancing your own consulting skills.

501 Commons provides high-quality, affordable consulting, coaching, and training services to nonprofits, schools, and public agencies thanks to volunteer consultants who generously give their time and talents. The Executive Service Corps, a program of 501 Commons, is dedicated to connecting the skills and expertise of volunteer consultants with organizations in need of planning and management consulting. As an HR consultant with 501 Commons, you can help support nonprofits on projects such as:

While the requirements of each project vary, on average consultants can expect to serve 10-12 hours per month for 2-4 months.

As a service corps member, you will:

For more information and to apply, please visit Engage section of our website https://www.501commons.org/engage or reply to this posting.

Are you looking to contribute your skills to nonprofits in your community? Do you have a broad understanding of nonprofit administration and/or expertise in small business development? If so, look no further than becoming a Pathways consultant with 501 Commons. As a Pathways Consultant, you will have the opportunity to make a fundamental difference in an organization’s ability to more effectively deliver their mission!

Are you looking to contribute your skills to nonprofits in your community? Do you have a broad understanding of nonprofit administration and/or expertise in small business development? If so, look no further than becoming a Pathways consultant with 501 Commons. As a Pathways Consultant, you will have the opportunity to make a fundamental difference in an organization’s ability to more effectively deliver their mission!

Pathways is a short consultative process that provides a framework for what it means to be a healthy nonprofit, tips on how an organization can "easily" move themselves up the ladder, and personalized assistance working through their more challenging issues. It is meant to help organizations take stock of where they are at and daylight a way forward.

Grounded in the Five Elements of a Healthy Nonprofit Assessment, Pathways helps organizations reflect on their own ability to:

Pathways consultants work in teams of two to:

The entire Pathways process includes a series of four meetings held over the course of 2-3 months and approximately 25 hours of service per consultant.

Apply to volunteer with 501 Commons and prepare to make a difference in your own community. For more information about Pathways or volunteering with 501 Commons, reply to this posting.

Many nonprofits lack the capacity, resources, and knowledge to raise the funds they need in order to sustain themselves financially and deliver their missions. You can help by contributing your fundraising expertise and boosting the capacity of local nonprofits while also enhancing your own consulting skills.

501 Commons provides high-quality, affordable consulting, coaching, and training services to nonprofits, schools, and public agencies thanks to a corps of skilled volunteers who share their time and talent. The Executive Service Corps, a program of 501 Commons, is dedicated to connecting the skills and expertise of volunteer consultants with organizations in need of planning and management consulting. As a fund development consultant with 501 Commons, you can help build the capacity of nonprofits to effectively fundraise by:

As a Service Corp Member, you will:

While the requirements of each project vary, consultants typically work in pairs and serve approximately 10-12 hours per month each, over the course of 2-4 months.

For more information about how you can utilize your professional expertise to benefit the nonprofit community, visit 501commons.org and click on Engage.

Nonprofit organizations need your help more now than ever!! Many lack the capacity and resources they need to support their missions and the numerous people they serve. Your professional expertise and passion for contributing to the community will play an essential role in helping these organizations realize their full potential.                                                                                 

Who are we? 501 Commons provides high-quality, affordable consulting, coaching, and training services to nonprofits, schools, and public agencies thanks to volunteer consultants who generously give of their time and talents. The Executive Service Corps, a program of 501 Commons, is dedicated to connecting the skills and expertise of volunteer consultants with organizations in need of planning and management consulting.                                                                                                                                            

How does it work? Members of 501 Commons’ Service Corps support nonprofits by acting as:

While the requirements of each project vary, on average consultants can expect to serve 6-12 hours per month throughout the course of  4-6 months, and work on projects in pairs. All volunteers are covered by 501 Commons' Professional Liability coverage.                                                                                                                                 

What’s in it for you? As a service corps member, you will:

How do you start? For more information about this opportunity and how to join the service corps, please visit the "engage" section of our website www.501commons.org or reply to this posting. 

Thanks for your interest in volunteering with us! We love all of our volunteers, and would love to see you join us! City Fruit volunteers give their time in many ways to help support the mission of promoting the cultivation of urban fruit in order to nourish people, prevent food waste, and build community. We provide on-site introduction to tools and practices and also welcome experienced volunteers who can share their perspectives as well. 

We offer group volunteer and education opportunities for school groups, 4H clubs, girl and boy scout troops, and other community groups!  We also offer Group Teambuilding & Education events for corporate groups.  Many of our opportunities are orchard-based across Seattle, but we are happy to work with your group or team to design a volunteer event that suits your interests!

Orchard based work-parties run at different times during the week and on Saturday mornings for 2-3 hours depending on the project.  Work-party topics include: 

Are you a professional coach who is looking for ways to engage in the community?

 We are in high demand for volunteers with coaching certifications and passion for making a difference in nonprofit community by providing leadership, executive, business, or performance coaching to the senior level leaders including Executives, Directors, Board members, and teams. Coaches who have had work experience in nonprofits are encouraged to apply, as many nonprofit leaders appreciate the guidance of coaches who have been in their shoes.

 501 Commons provides high quality, affordable consulting, coaching and training services to nonprofits, schools, and public agencies thanks to a corps of skilled volunteers who put their expertise to good use.  As a coach with 501 Commons you can help support nonprofits on projects such as:

 Our typical coaching engagement is 15 hours over 6 months where some sessions happen in person and others over phone or video conferencing.

 As a service corps member, you will:

 Additionally, if you are in the process of obtaining your coaching certificate you are welcome to apply. The hours you spend with our clients will count towards your certification.

All volunteers are covered under 501 Commons' Professional Liability coverage. For more information about this opportunity and how to apply, please click on the "respond" button on this page.

Human Resources services are essential to the success of nonprofits. However, many nonprofits lack the capacity, resources, and knowledge to provide these services to assist their staffs and help achieve their missions. You can help by contributing your human resources skills and experience to help boost the capacity of local nonprofits while also enhancing your own consulting skills.

501 Commons provides high quality, affordable consulting, coaching and training services to nonprofits, schools, and public agencies thanks to a corps of skilled volunteers who put their expertise to good use. As an HR consultant with 501 Commons you can help support nonprofits on projects such as:

• Developing effective selection and recruitment process
• Assisting a nonprofit in recruiting staff members
• Conduct compensation study and advise the organization on equitable and responsible remuneration for staff
• Reviewing and updating employee handbook for compliance with federal and state law while being aligned to an organization’s mission, vision and culture.
• Creating a thoughtful performance management system

The Service Corps, a program of 501 Commons, is dedicated to connecting the skills and expertise of volunteer consultants with organizations in need of planning and support. Volunteers are in an on-call “pool” of professionals whom we contact when a specific project calls for their skill set. You decide if the project and timing are of interest to you. If it’s not the right time, we place you back in the pool to await the next opportunity.

While the requirements of each project vary, on average consultants can expect to serve 10-12 hours per month for 2-4 months.

As a service corps member, you will:
• Access our resource library, and professional development workshops
• Learn new skills applicable to personal and professional situations
• Apply your background and expertise towards supporting the nonprofit community

For more information and to apply, please respond to this posting and visit Engage section of our website https://www.501commons.org/engage or reply to this posting.

Over 1,500 youth and young adults between the ages of 12-25 are homeless or unstably housed in King County. Shelter beds and community resources are limited, leaving the vast majority of young people without access to food or safe housing.

Through the YMCA Host Homes Program, you have the opportunity to be a champion for some of these young adults facing who are facing homelessness.

Host Homes is a 6-month transitional housing program that matches young people ages 18 - 24 who are at risk of experiencing homelessness with caring hosts in the community who can provide the space and opportunity young adults need to build independent living skills, gain stability, and focus on goal attainment. While enrolled, young adults receive 1-on-1 case management support as well as access to wrap-around services through the YMCA Social Impact Center.

Hosts are volunteers in King County who want to make a difference in the life of a young person. They offer a room in their home that provides safe, short-term housing to a young adult who needs support to focus on housing, employment, education, and/or other stabilizing goals. Hosts receive guidance and support from our Team every step of the way.

It is important to us that young people have the opportunity to be matched with host families that fit within their cultural orientation and individual lifestyle. We are searching for host families that come from various backgrounds and experiences. Host families may be single, married or partnered and represent a wide range of ethnicities, religions, sexual identities, cultures, etc.

One common trait that all host families have is their passion, commitment and dedication in making a positive difference in the lives of young people.

WHO CAN BE A HOST HOME PROVIDER?

Families who want to give back to their community and serve as a support for a young adult experiencing homelessness may be interested in joining the YMCA Host Homes program. Although Host Homes is a short 6-month commitment, many Hosts and participants find that their connection continues long after their exit. 

Host Homes is also a great opportunity for prospective foster parents who would like to try living with a young person for 6 months before committing to something more long-term.

All hosts must meet the following criteria:

WHAT ARE HOST HOME PROVIDERS' RESPONSIBILITIES?

Host families are asked to:

Once enrolled, Hosts will receive a monthly stipend to offset any expenses associated with having another person in the home.

Please note: Hosts are NOT expected to provide any financial assistance to the young adult - they will work with their Case Manager who will support them with any expressed needs.

If you are already hosting a young adult between the ages of 12 - 24 and are not a parent or guardian, you may be eligible for supports through our Kinship Host Homes model.

If you are interested in hearing more about the YMCA Host Homes program, check out our website and contact us!

CRB's Youth Education Program is seeking volunteer mentors/tutors to provide individualized tutoring to refugee youth attending Panther Lake Elementary School in an impactful after-school program! Mentors will be able to identify hindrances to their students’ overall prosperity, promote regular goal setting, and deliver pertinent, hands-on support in the classroom.

Self-realization and improved self-esteem for the young person are important goals of the relationship. We're hoping to find mentors who are compassionate, caring, and have cultural humility. We provide extensive training to our tutors, so everyone is prepared and ready to have a rewarding experience!

Type of Engagement: In-Person/On-site, working with minors under 18, specifically 6 to 11 years old.

Time Involvement: 2-8 hours per week (Monday to Thursday), with a minimum three-month commitment required. This position is based in Kent, WA. 

Screening: Primary orientation will go over tutor roles/responsibilities, expectations, and code of conduct. We will ask for your state-issued identification (driver's license/passport), proof of vaccination, Volunteers in Public School (VIPS) completion, completion of Authorization, Agreements, Criminal History form. This data will be uploaded to our database to keep track of your timesheets. 

You will then have a second orientation on Independent Reading Level Assessment (IRLA), which is the tool we use when reading with our younger students.

Essential Job Functions include:

Impact

Skills Needed

CLICK THE RESPOND BUTTON BELOW TO APPLY!

Tap into your passion for the cause by lending a helping hand for the world's largest fundraiser to fight the disease. To sign up as a local Volunteer or Committee member, go to act.alz.org/Bellingham, visit the event's website, then click the "Volunteer" button. Fill out the application to let us know how you'd like to help!

The Alzheimer’s Association, Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the world’s largest fundraiser for Alzheimer’s research, care, and support. An estimated 55 million people are living with Alzheimer’s in the United States and 1 in 3 seniors will pass while suffering from Alzheimer’s or other dementias. With over 600 events nationwide, the Walk to End Alzheimer’s raises critical funds to fight for a world without Alzheimer’s and all other dementias.

 Do you want to get more involved with the Alzheimer's Association and the Walk to End Alzheimer's? Then we need you! Join our Whatcom County Walk to End Alzheimer's Planning Committee or sign up to volunteer on Walk Day, and help grow the movement to end Alzheimer's from the ground up.

Committee members are the heart of the event, planning each Walk to End Alzheimer's event from the kick-off to the wrap-up. Activities of your local committee include the following:

We simply could not do this without the help of dedicated Walk day volunteers. These individuals help with event set up, registration and check in, booths, advocacy efforts, cheerleading and more!

Join Associated Recreation Council’s Board of Directors

About Associated Recreation Council (ARC)

Associated Recreation Council (ARC) has been the 501(c)(3) nonprofit partner of Seattle Parks and Recreation for over 45 years. Our mission is to inspire engagement and participation in equitable, dynamic, culturally relevant, and responsive recreation and lifelong learning programs. It's our vision to bring together all people to build a healthy community.

ARC strives to become an anti-racist organization that dismantles oppressive policies and processes and co-creates liberating systems that are equitable and culturally relevant.  We are working to create and foster a welcoming and inclusive environment where our diverse, and dedicated caring staff, board, and advisory council members commit to the personal and professional journey of becoming anti-racist.

ARC Board Responsibilities and Expectations:

QUALIFICATIONS

This is an extraordinary opportunity for an individual who is passionate about ARC’s mission and commitment. Ideal candidates are driven to serve on a board that promotes the following values:

TO APPLY:

Please click the Respond button below and provide a brief introduction, including a statement about your interest in Associated Recreation Council and joining the ARC Board of Directors. 

To learn more about the Associated Recreation Council, visit our website. A list of our current Board members can be found here.

We are in need of individuals who would like to be a mentor to an elementary school child.  Meeting once a week during lunch and recess at at local elementary school can make a world of difference to a child.  

Are you a professional coach who is looking for ways to engage in the community?

We are in high demand for volunteers with coaching certifications and passion for making a difference in the nonprofit community by providing leadership, executive, business, or performance coaching to the senior level leaders including Executives, Directors, Board members, and teams. Coaches who have had work experience in nonprofits are encouraged to apply, as many nonprofit leaders appreciate the guidance of coaches who have been in their shoes.

501 Commons provides high-quality, affordable consulting, coaching, and training services to nonprofits, schools, and public agencies thanks to a corps of skilled volunteers who put their expertise to good use. As a coach with 501 Commons, you can help support nonprofits on projects such as:

Our typical coaching engagement is 15 hours over 6 months where some sessions happen in person and others over the phone or video conferencing.

As a service corps member, you will:

Additionally, if you are in the process of obtaining your coaching certificate, you are welcome to apply. The hours you spend with our clients will count towards your certification.

For more information, please reply to this posting.

Human resource services are essential to the success of nonprofits. However, many nonprofits lack the capacity, resources, and knowledge to provide these services to assist their staff and help achieve their missions. You can help by contributing your human resources skills and experience to help boost the capacity of local nonprofits while also enhancing your own consulting skills.

501 Commons provides high-quality, affordable consulting, coaching, and training services to nonprofits, schools, and public agencies thanks to volunteer consultants who generously give their time and talents. The Executive Service Corps, a program of 501 Commons, is dedicated to connecting the skills and expertise of volunteer consultants with organizations in need of planning and management consulting. As an HR consultant with 501 Commons, you can help support nonprofits on projects such as:

While the requirements of each project vary, on average consultants can expect to serve 10-12 hours per month for 2-4 months.

As a service corps member, you will:

For more information and to apply, please visit Engage section of our website https://www.501commons.org/engage or reply to this posting.

Are you looking to contribute your skills to nonprofits in your community? Do you have a broad understanding of nonprofit administration and/or expertise in small business development? If so, look no further than becoming a Pathways consultant with 501 Commons. As a Pathways Consultant, you will have the opportunity to make a fundamental difference in an organization’s ability to more effectively deliver their mission!

Are you looking to contribute your skills to nonprofits in your community? Do you have a broad understanding of nonprofit administration and/or expertise in small business development? If so, look no further than becoming a Pathways consultant with 501 Commons. As a Pathways Consultant, you will have the opportunity to make a fundamental difference in an organization’s ability to more effectively deliver their mission!

Pathways is a short consultative process that provides a framework for what it means to be a healthy nonprofit, tips on how an organization can "easily" move themselves up the ladder, and personalized assistance working through their more challenging issues. It is meant to help organizations take stock of where they are at and daylight a way forward.

Grounded in the Five Elements of a Healthy Nonprofit Assessment, Pathways helps organizations reflect on their own ability to:

Pathways consultants work in teams of two to:

The entire Pathways process includes a series of four meetings held over the course of 2-3 months and approximately 25 hours of service per consultant.

Apply to volunteer with 501 Commons and prepare to make a difference in your own community. For more information about Pathways or volunteering with 501 Commons, reply to this posting.

An effective, well-functioning board of directors is essential to every nonprofit. However, successfully engaging board members in governance is a tall order for many nonprofits. Build upon your board leadership experience by helping another nonprofit strengthen theirs!

501 Commons provides high-quality, affordable consulting, coaching, and training services to nonprofits, schools, and public agencies thanks to a corps of skilled volunteers who generously share their time and talents. The Executive Service Corps, a program of 501 Commons, is dedicated to connecting the skills and expertise of volunteer consultants with organizations in need of planning and management consulting. As a board development consultant with 501 Commons, you can help support organizations by:

As a Service Corp Member, you will:

While the requirements of each project vary, consultants typically work in pairs and serve approximately 10-12 hours per month each, over 2-4 months. It is an excellent opportunity to make a difference at a fundamental level while also enhancing your expertise.

For more information about how you can help strengthen the structure of nonprofit governance, visit 501commons.org and click on "Engage" or reply to this posting.

KidVantage has been serving the central Puget Sound community for over 32 years.  We provide basic needs items to kids and families experiencing poverty or other family crises.  Items include diapers, wipes, baby formula, clothing and so much more.

We are seeking members of the community to assist us processing orders and sorting goods at our hub on Dawn Road in Bremerton.  Shifts are usual 2 to 2 1/2 hours in length.  We provide training an a tangible way you can help kids in our community.  

Volunteers who can commit to a regular time slot can become specialist in different areas of the agency.  Become a Diaper Diva or a Safety Check King!

Please contact our hub directly at (360)616-0235 and talk to Melanie about individual or group volunteering.  You can also find out more about open shifts at our volunteer website: https://babycorner.volunteerhub.com/vv2/

KidVantage is a basic needs bank that has been providing goods to families with children 0-12 in the central Puget Sound region for over 32 years.  

We are currently seeking new Board members from the west Puget Sound area to represent the communities we serve in Kitsap and Mason counties.  

The KidVantage Board is made up of civic minded folks from all walks of life who care about kids and families in our community.  They are passionate about ensuring kids have their basic needs met and find joy in working together to make a difference.

The Board of KidVantage is a governance board that meets on a monthly basis and has an active committee structure.  Board members serve as organization ambassadors, provide fiscal oversight and community boosters.  This includes helping us make connections with local funders and participating in fundraising events.

Board meeting can be attended in person or virtually through Zoom (as can committee meetings).  

The Nisqually Land Trust hosts habitat restoration work parties every Wednesday and occasional Saturdays year-round. We're at various sites throughout the Nisqually River Watershed, from Olympia to Ashford, planting trees, removing invasive species, picking up trash, and much more. It's a great way to experience firsthand the beautiful areas throughout the watershed on Land Trust properties. It's also an awesome way to get some exercise while performing a service for one of the most unique watersheds in Washington State. These projects not only help the ecology of the area, but also improve water quality for salmon and people!

A comprehensive list of events can be found on our website. Otherwise, any questions can go to our Volunteer Coordinator at emily@nisquallylandtrust.org or (360) 489-3400 x106.

Thanks, and we hope to see you on the land!

Do you have a love for the land, and the plants, animals and the other life it supports? Do you want to help take care of the special places you love? Do you spend your free time romping through the woods looking at plants and insects?

If you answered yes to any of these questions or wish you had, becoming a Site Steward with the Nisqually Land Trust may be a good fit for you! Our volunteer stewards "adopt" one of the Land Trust's properties in the Nisqually River watershed, and periodically monitor it for positive and negative changes, such as: wildlife signs, plant growth and regeneration, signs of trespass, invasive plant species, and many others. There is also the opportunity to do work on the land such as invasive species removal or trash collection as needed.

We ask that you complete at least 4 site visits a year. Once you communicate your interest, we will be in touch further to walk you through picking a site and set up a time to do an on-site orientation.

The Nisqually Land Trust protected areas are along the Nisqually River from the Olympia area to Ashford, WA.

If interested, please contact Emily Simroth at emily@nisquallylandtrust.org.

- Volunteer to prepare quality breakfasts for students to enjoy for FREE on Friday mornings!

Nourishing Networks supports grassroots hunger relief projects with fiscal sponsorship and networking to help them be successful right out of the gate. A big part of that will be having a great web site that helps connect people in need to food resources, people with food resources to those who need them, and coordinate it all to avoid duplication while identifying and filling gaps.

We're looking for an experienced Web designer and developer to lead the effort to take our web site to the next level. It's an opportunity to use your professional skills remotely from home in your spare time to make a big difference in helping hungry families.

It would be great if you had experience in architecting and designing responsive easy-to-use web sites with striking visuals and modern web technologies, including integration with fundraising tools and social media. Being able to express design ideas to the all-volunteer NNC Leadership Team is important to get buy-in to move ahead with development and deployment. We're also looking for skills in search engine optimization to help people find the site. We'd be happy to chat about the kind of things we have in mind. Even if your skills cover only part of the effort, your contributions would be welcome and appreciated!

Boilerplate stuff: Nourishing Networks Consortium (NNC) is a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit in Washington State and has been in operation since 2012. Our purpose is to build resilient networks to mobilize, connect, strengthen, and support communities to increase their capacity to tackle local challenges. We develop, support, and connect individuals, formal, and informal networks within communities. These local volunteers, state and federal agencies, NGOs, corporations, and faith communities forge cross-sector, purpose-driven efforts that leverage local resources to create sustainable solutions to make sure everyone is well nourished.

Thanks for considering volunteering with Nourishing Networks!

Our Thrift Shop is located at 4151 Meridian Street in Bellingham Washington! We are currently looking for some fantastic folks to add to our amazing team of volunteers at the thrift store. Volunteers can choose from different positions such as cashier, bagging, sales floor stocking, sorting through donations, and more! Volunteer opportunities are available from Wednesday through Sundays 9-5pm.

If you are interested in learning more contact our volunteer manager at volunteer@whatcomhumane.org or call 360-733-2080 ext. 3075

Welcome ACRS clients, staff, and the general public. Perform cashier duties, keep ordered accounts of daily cash and other transactions. Help clients fill out forms, keep track of participants on the check-in sheet, and answer questions regarding Club Bamboo. Practice attention to detail, develop interpersonal skills in a diverse setting, and serve people with dignity while creating community. Some data-entry, monitoring online classes and clerical support.

Asking for a 3 month commitment, 1-4 shifts weekly

Strong communication/organization skills and patience. Asian language skills a plus particularly Vietnamese. Prefer experience and comfort in hosting Zoom classes remotely.

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Taking attendance and assisting clients in using kiosks with great customer service to our seniors, staff and general public. Ability to perform all cash register functions while always displaying a helpful and enthusiastic attitude. May include data entry and helping maintain a database, light bookkeeping, and assisting with event planning. Lunch is provided!

Asking for a 3 month commitment for 1-2 shifts weekly

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- Students bring their homework & study questions for help from our volunteer tutors - Volunteers needed 2:30pm to 4:30pm

- Cooking lessons, gardening, career talks, art, music, basketball, board games, and more! Feel free to lead any structured activity you have a passion for and spread the joy - Volunteers needed 2:30pm to 4:30pm

Cancer Lifeline’s mission is to optimize the quality of life for people living with cancer. We define those people as survivors, friends, family, caregivers and co-workers. Cancer Lifeline’s Board is responsible for fulfillment of the organization’s mission and the legal accountability for its operation. The Board (i) establishes and implements a clear organizational mission,(ii) oversees Cancer Lifeline’s financial decisions and development, (iii) develops, oversees, supports, and evaluates a strategic plan for Cancer Lifeline, (iv) hires, oversees and supports an Executive Director, (v) represents the community to the organization and the organization to the community and (vi) institutes policies and procedures for the Board’s operation under Washington State law.

Time Commitment:
• Attend and participate in Board meetings. Typically, Board meetings are held at the Dorothy S. O’Brien Center, 6522 Fremont Avenue North in Seattle.
• Serve on a Board committee. Standing committees include Executive, Finance & Investment, Marketing and Nominations. The Board also establishes ad hoc committees and task forces (in particular for the annual spring fundraising event) as needed.
• Fundraising. Board Directors actively participate in fund development, working with the organization’s Executive Director to participate in fundraising events or activities.
• Attend at least two Cancer Lifeline events per year (e.g. spring fundraising event, volunteer appreciation event, art show openings, fall fundraising event, etc.)

Financial Commitment:
Each Board Director is expected to make a personal annual contribution. Our expectation is 100% participation with each Board Director giving at a level that is significant to him/her.
• Annual Spring Fundraiser. Each year, Cancer Lifeline holds a benefit that raises significant funds to support Cancer Lifeline’s programs. Board Directors are expected to participate in this event and to invite their networks to support their fundraising efforts.

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We are seeking help with a variety of landscape projects.

Puppy raisers & sitters needed!

What’s better than a soft, cuddly puppy? Maybe the feeling you’ll get if that puppy grows up to become a life-changing partner for a person living with a mobility disability.

Mobility assistance dogs help their human partners with tasks such as retrieving dropped items, opening/closing doors, turning lights on/off, tugging clothing off, and retrieving an emergency phone (to mention a few). In addition to the physical tasks that a service dog provides, is the unconditional love and acceptance that helps to alleviate depression.

The road to becoming one of these priceless dogs begins in the home of a dedicated puppy raiser who will love, socialize and provide initial training. You could become someone’s hero by fostering a puppy for Summit Assistance Dogs. Learn more at www.summitdogs.org/volunteer.  Snuggle a puppy today and change someone’s life tomorrow.

Summary: The Event Coordinator is responsible for the recruitment, scheduling, management, and recognition of volunteers in partnership with the Conference Co-Chair for the WE Ignite Conference and WE Ignite CEO. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Time Commitment (approximate)

Benefits

By volunteering your time for WE Ignite you will develop skills around organizing an event and gain valuable work experience, you can list on your resume. It gives you free access to the conference and an opportunity to network, which can unlock new opportunities. You will be supporting positive change within your community and will have the opportunity to create new friendships with similarly passionate individuals.

The Event Assistant provides administrative support to the Event Coordinator. They assist in coordinating the WE Ignite Conference by completing tasks and projects related to volunteer recruitment, meeting support, data entry and other tasks as needed. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Time Commitment (approximate)

Benefits

By volunteering your time for WE Ignite you will develop skills around organizing an event and gain valuable work experience, you can list on your resume. It gives you free access to the conference and an opportunity to network, which can unlock new opportunities. You will support positive change within your community and will have the opportunity to create new friendships with similarly passionate individuals.

Connecting • Inspiring •  Empowering

WE Ignite

WE Ignite is an educational non-profit with the mission to ignite the inner spirit of women to connect, inspire and empower each other.

Our vision is to provide opportunities, through educational events such as retreats, workshops, and our annual conference, for women from varied backgrounds to connect and support each other through both online platforms and in-person events.

WE Ignite’s goal is to provide an educational forum for women to connect, to learn from and to empower each other. Through these events, we will expand our reach, expand our minds, and expand our hearts.

The conference provides attendees with time for reflection and impactful conversations around gender, sexuality, and race. WE Ignite 2021 was our first virtual zoom conference.

WE Ignite is committed to facilitating diverse, equitable, and inclusive environments where everyone can learn and grow. The conference sessions contain an anti-oppressive and anti-racist lens with an intersectionality and positionality focus to center the most marginalized. 

By submitting your application, you join us in the furthering of our commitment towards liberation and antiracism.

At Lakewold Gardens, our dedicated Docents lead tours on the beautiful grounds of Lakewold while revisiting its rich history with visitors from around the world. You will learn how to conduct a tour and develop your own presentation style. Tours primarily occur during the months of April-September and last approximately 2 hours.

Located in Lakewood, Washington, Lakewold offers landscape architecture by Thomas Church surrounded by rare and native plants, State Champion trees, over 900 rhododendrons, 30 Japanese maples and stunning statuary. A Washington State historic landmark, Lakewold's Georgian-style mansion and historic architecture complete the 10 acres where visitors can step back in time to an elegant past or enjoy a relaxing moment to contemplate the future.

For more information, or to fill out a volunteer application, please visit our website at www.lakewoldgardens.org/volunteering. A background check, Orientation and an interview with the Horticulture staff is required.

Contact Julie Lee, Volunteer Coordinator with any questions at jlee@lakewoldgardens.org 253-584-4106 x152. 

Lakewold Gardens wants you to enjoy the great outdoors with our garden helper volunteer opportunity! Not only will you assist in the care of our 10-acre historic garden estate, but you will be able to enjoy its beauty for yourself! No previous experience is necessary. Our knowledgeable horticulture staff can teach you what you need to know.

Application and background check, Orientation and an interview with the Horticulture staff are required. Please visit us at lakewoldgardens.org/volunteering for more information and for a link to our online application.

Contact Julie Lee, Volunteer Coordinator with any questions.  jlee@lakewoldgardens.org 253-584-4106 x152. 

The Blaine Senior Center serves 5 hot meals daily in the Center.  We are looking for friendly people to help one day a week for about an hour: serve food, bus tables, and prepare dishes for the dishwasher.  

The front desk is the welcoming introduction to the Blaine Senior Center.  This person welcomes members, ensures a friendly check-in, gives tours of the Center to potential new members, answers the phone and directs calls and in person questions to the appropriate resource.  The front desk also helps ensure a welcoming and clean environment and supports office staff when appropriate.

Our Food Bank is open to clients every Monday from 10am - 1pm. Volunteers are generally needed between about 9am until 2pm. There are a number of different tasks to be done on food bank day, including but not limited to: set up, sanitizing surfaces, making sure clients are sanitizing their hands, setting up the food, checking clients in, periodically sanitizing crates, tear down/clean up after, guiding clients while they shop, etc. 

Additionally, we are seeking new volunteers on Saturdays and Sundays to help pick up donations from grocery stores who help stock our food bank, and can help organize and stock our pantry in preparation our food bank on Mondays.

If you sign up for this opportunity, we will email you with more details. 

Do you care about gender, racial, and economic justice? Do you want to get more involved in collaborative efforts to end sexual and domestic violence? Are you interested in developing your leadership skills, learning more about non-profit governance, and being a part of a fun, diverse, and engaged group of professionals and community members? The Coalition Ending Gender-Based Violence is recruiting enthusiastic, dynamic candidates for terms beginning in January 2023. What is most important is a passionate commitment to the mission and values of the Coalition, and an interest in promoting and supporting the organization’s effectiveness and sustainability.

 All are welcome to apply. For 2023, we are especially looking for some people with expertise in program management, personnel/HR, fund-raising, and computers/technology, people with connections in East and South King County, and people with strong connections in/experience working with survivors from BIPOC communities in King County. Organizational change and alliance-building centered on the intersections of anti-violence & anti-racism work are key priorities for our work. And of course, in this uncertain and quickly-changing environment, creativity and adaptability are key!

 We value a diverse Board, and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply, especially Black, Indigenous, and other People of Color, immigrants, refugees, LGBTQ people, people with disabilities, veterans, and people with lived experience with gender-based violence and/or navigating human services systems. 

 MISSION: The Coalition’s mission is to end gender-based violence and promote equitable relationships through collective action for social change.

Responsibilities: Together with other members of the board, each Board member is responsible for governance and oversight of the financial viability, operations, and activities of the Coalition. Most importantly, Board members serve as ambassadors of the Coalition, promoting the mission of the organization in the community, and representing the perspectives of the membership and the community in guiding the Coalition.

Board members are active in the following areas:

Length of Term: Terms are two-years in duration; members may run for additional terms up to a maximum of three consecutive terms before being required to step off the Board for at least one year.

Meeting Participation: Board members are expected to attend regularly scheduled Board business meetings. While occasional conflicts may be unavoidable, inconsistent participation can negatively impact the organization and the individual Board member. Board meetings are currently scheduled for the third Wednesday of most months, 5:30 – 7:00 PM, currently via Zoom. We anticipate that most regular meetings will remain virtual for the foreseeable future; however, some in-person activities in the Seattle/King County region may occur.

EXPECTATIONS OF BOARD MEMBERS:

If interested, please contact Merril Cousin, Executive Director, merril@endgv.org or 206.568.5454, or Jamie Whalen, Board Co-Chair, jdwhalen@gmail.com . We will get back to you with more information and next steps.

Background: 

The UW Medicine Memory & Brain Wellness Center (MBWC) promotes the well-being of persons living with memory loss and their families by providing exceptional care, advancing scientific understanding and clinical best practices, and building dementia-friendly communities. As part of its mission, the MBWC offers a variety of education, support and social engagement programs for the community, and operates the Memory Hub, a new community center focused on living well with memory loss. 

The Front Desk Volunteer joins MWBC staff at the Memory Hub, along with partner organizations called “On-Site Collaborators,” as part of the Memory Hub team! Together, we aim to create a unique place of connection, learning, growth and discovery for people living with memory loss, their family and friends, and industry professionals. This volunteer serves as the initial point of contact for visitors and phone calls to the Memory Hub during public hours.  While this position does not work directly with a specific program, the volunteer may be asked to provide temporary support for in-session programs.  We are currently seeking volunteers to support this ongoing need.

Supervisor: Debra Cayz, Operations Lead

Responsibilities:

The Front Desk Volunteer works as a team with another Front Desk Volunteer to welcome visitors and support the daily programs and operations at the Memory Hub. Depending on the number of volunteers you may work alongside one-another at the reception desk, or may be stationed at another location in the building in support of a specific program, collaborator, or staff member. 

With direct support from the Operations Lead, duties include maintaining a positive, safe, respectful and welcoming space; welcoming visitors to the space and helping them get connected to the program or staff person they are looking for; keeping an organized reception desk; answering questions; helping people complete registration forms as needed; handing out parking validations; taking note of any issues and reporting any concerns to Operations Lead. Other tasks are possible depending on interest and experience.

Time Commitment: 

We aim to help volunteers develop a meaningful relationship with the Memory Hub community, and we are dedicated to training and supporting our volunteers as part of our team. Therefore, we ask for the following:

Shift Options:  

Volunteers can select from a Tuesday or Thursday schedule, with the following shift options:

Requirements:

Volunteer Benefits: 

More Info or To Apply:

If you’d like to learn more, please click the Respond button below and we will follow up with you. From there, you may be asked for an interview. Selected volunteers will then complete Harborview Medical Center volunteer paperwork and onboarding, a background check, and show proof of current vaccinations including COVID-19.

A storm traveled from the west toward Wallowa on Aug. 11, with some hail reported as large as golf balls and even baseballs in certain areas of Wallowa County and winds up to 50 mph, according to media accounts.

While many community organizations have banded together, the northeast Oregon community of around 800 people does not have the financial resources to support repairs and recovery, Governor Brown said in a news release.

The city of Wallowa is a small, remote rural community with many low-income community members that live on fixed incomes, and many are either uninsured or underinsured.

The BMLTRG is seeking individual volunteers and team volunteers to fill roles that vary from meeting with survivors to documenting needs to hands-on roofing, siding, window installation, to installing insulation. We are seeking teenagers (with appropriate supervision) to individuals skilled in the trades.

By responding to this general post we will contact you to see what the best fits are. As specific needs are identified over the next week we will be posting specific volunteer days and times for individuals but we can customize group team dates.

Thank you in advance!

Volunteers and their dogs get involved by listening to students in the community practice their reading skills. Dogs are great listeners and children don’t feel judged when reading to them. We always need new volunteers and friendly pups! 

When: Weekday Afternoons Fall, Winter, Spring

Where: Participating schools and libraries in Whatcom County

We are looking to add a big exhibit to be displayed in our front window and are looking for volunteers to help with the planning, painting, construction, and other tasks that might arise. We are also looking for volunteers to help welcome visitors to our museum! Thank you to all the great people out there volunteering in our communities! 

Architects Without Borders Seattle (AWBS) is seeking talented and passionate leaders to serve a two-year term on our Board of Directors from January 2023 through December 2024. 

Diversity is crucial to the success of our mission to collaborate with underserved communities to deliver ecologically sensitive, culturally appropriate, life-changing design solutions in Seattle and around the world. We seek members who have ties or lived experience with underserved communities locally and/or internationally. Skills helpful to AWBS at this time include fundraising, marketing, and international development.  We are also seeking those who have a current Washington State architect license.

About AWBS

Founded in 2005 by a group of Seattle architects and designers in response to a devastating tsunami, Architects Without Borders Seattle is committed to providing pro bono services to build strong communities. AWBS is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit. Volunteers are fundamental to our work as all our project work is completely volunteer led and assisted. AWBS’s one paid staff member is our Executive Director, who reports to the Board of Directors.

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AWBS Mission and Values

AWBS volunteers collaborate with underserved communities to deliver ecologically sensitive, culturally appropriate, life-changing design. 

Core Values:

Appropriate design solutions are vital to communities and the environment

Collaborative long-term relationships with communities are essential to providing effective design assistance

Exchange of knowledge and skills can empower both communities and designers

Interdisciplinary teams create innovative and insightful projects

Volunteer passion, energy, and efforts make our work possible
 

AWBS Board members advise, govern, oversee policy and direction, and assist with leadership and general promotion of Architects Without Borders Seattle. Although board members are not directly responsible for project work, they assist the Project Committee with project leadership. Board members serve as ambassadors and guide the sustainability of the organization.

Board members serve as advisors by:

providing mission-focused guidance during potential project vetting, and to project teams, as needed

mentoring new board members

serving on one board committee to focus on specific parts of AWB’s mission and needs 

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Board members serve as ambassadors by:

reflecting the Mission and Core Values of the organization

strengthening relationships between AWBS and the local community

advancing AWBS’s mission and services 

supporting activities to develop funding for the organization

understanding and adhering to the policies and procedures of AWBS

developing organizational policy, and creating, reviewing, and evaluating organizational plans

engaging in strategic planning to establish long and short-term goals and priorities

overseeing personnel and staff accountability and development 

recognizing and avoiding conflicts of interest 

ensuring the organization’s fiscal stability by:

becoming familiar with AWBS’s finances, budget, and financial/resource needs

connecting AWBS with sponsors, donors, and other funding opportunities

supporting AWBS financially with a personally meaningful gift through a monthly recurring donation, and/or donations at fundraising events, and/or donations at other times during the year 

AWBS Board members should commit in the range of 12-25 hours per month to AWBS, distributed between the monthly board meeting, events, and work related to the organization, as well as committee meetings. Each board member will participate and serve on at least one board committee, which aligns with their areas of expertise and interest. The board will engage in an annual retreat of approximately 6-8 hours, usually held on a weekend day in February. 

Due to the coronavirus pandemic, as of March 2020, the board has been meeting virtually via Zoom instead of the in-person meetings itemized below. In-person meetings will resume in the future when it is safe to do so.

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The board of directors meets monthly on the third Wednesday of the month, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. in downtown Seattle at our office at 1101 2nd Ave. 

Committee meetings generally take place once per month for 90 minutes in person or by zoom. Members are expected to attend at least three Projects Committee meetings each year (a monthly gathering of volunteer teams doing the inspiring work of the organization)

Board members are expected to attend and participate in organization-wide events (e.g. the annual fundraiser, annual volunteer appreciation, etc.)

One board term is two years long, with the option to continue serving on the board after the first term

A current resume with contact information to help us get to know you (a thorough LinkedIn or similar profile is also acceptable – we’re interested in content, not polish)

A Statement of Interest replying specifically to board member responsibilities. Please consider the following questions as you compose your Statement of Interest:

What prompted your interest in joining the AWBS Board?

What do you know about AWBS, and what would you like to learn about us?

What challenges, issues, or needs would you like to address as an AWBS Board member?   

What areas of expertise, special skills, training, or personal qualities do you feel would be most important to your work on the AWBS Board? 

What will be the biggest challenges in sharing your personal time, energy, and financial resources with AWBS?  

Are there any thoughts, questions, or concerns that may have come up while thinking about these questions that you would like to share with us?

Interviews will be conducted in December with offers to join the board extended by mid-January.

A project of Zero Waste Washington, Fix-it Fairs are community gatherings bringing neighbors together to provide free repair services to the public while reducing landfill waste and passing on vital skills. These hands-on events are open to everyone and provide an empowering opportunity for individuals to learn how to repair items – like small appliances and electronics – for themselves and others. The events are held at revolving sites around town, with the goal of making them accessible to more people in more communities.

What gets fixed? We invite people to bring items in need of repairing or mending that might otherwise be thrown away, such as bikes, jewelry, clothing, small appliances, furniture, toys and electronics. 

What do volunteers do? Volunteers help with a variety of event-prep activities: setting up the space, placing signage, helping guests get their items checked in, getting those items to the appropriate repair station, taking photos of guests with their repaired items and more. 

We are looking for a volunteer grant writer to come on board with us and help get grants for the program.  We are also looking for that person to help us fundraise for the program. 

If you are a grant writer or know of a grant writer that would love to volunteer some time to better the community and the people living in it.  Currently we are self-supporting and have not taken any grants yet.  We are a 501 C 3 nonprofit status. 

This is an opportunity that will work with your schedule and can be flexible.  We have not had a grant writer so this is new to us.  

Are you looking to support local farmers and food distribution agencies within the greater Seattle area?
Farms for Life is looking for 2 new Members at Large (MAL) to support their ongoing work in supporting a vibrant local food system.

MAL play an important role, providing feedback and support while adapting to the current needs of the organizations and Board of Directors.

MAL are expected to contribute 3-6 hours of volunteer time a month, depending on current needs and availability. As well as attend monthly Board of Director meetings (zoom)

This is a great opportunity to join a community working to address food insecurity and expand culturally relevant food options to those in need.