Opportunities From: Serve Washington

Women & Children’s Free Restaurant & Community Kitchen serves women and children who need food assistance and community support. Since 1988, we have provided healthy chef-made meals, fresh groceries, and shelf-stable products to women, seniors, teens, and children.

Please consider joining our team as a kitchen assistant, dishwasher, or meal packager. There are no specific skills needed, and you will receive excellent training as you work alongside our kitchen professionals. A Washington State Food Worker card is required.

If you are interested, please fill out the online volunteer application on our website. There are many ways to support our services and be a part of a fun, productive team. We hope you'll join us!

If you have questions, please contact Jessica Gebhardt, our Volunteer Services Manager, at volunteer@wcfrspokane.org or by calling 509-324-1995 Ext. 300.

Women & Children’s Free Restaurant & Community Kitchen serves women and children who need food assistance and community support. Since 1988, we have provided healthy chef-made meals, fresh groceries, and shelf-stable products to women, seniors, teens, and children.

Become a member of our food inventory team! Along with other volunteers, you will help stock, organize, bag and box perishable and pantry foods. This position requires no special skills and you will receive training. Standing, stooping, reaching and lifting needed. Please reach out to learn more about this position and current openings.

Please complete our online volunteer application. For questions, please contact Jessica Gebhardt, Volunteer Services Manager, at volunteer@wcfrspokane.org or by calling 509-324-1995 Ext. 300.

Caritas FB is looking for a person who could assist with procuring items for raffles, and events. You would use the internet for contact information, email donation requests, do some phone work, complete spreadsheet. Everything is scripted. 2 hours a week, M, W, or Thursday. Must have pleasant personality and phone etiquette. Will be working in a team environment.

Are you a "people person" who loves being outdoors? We’re looking for friendly faces to help the incredible women we serve navigate our brand-new food locker system. As a Locker Porter, you aren’t just handing out bags—you’re delivering fresh groceries and gourmet, chef-prepared dinners with a side of dignity and a smile. Our new 16-unit locker system is the first of its kind in Spokane, and we are assembling a team of Locker Porters to cover (3) 3-hour shifts on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays (8:30-11:30 AM, 11:30 AM-2:30 PM, 2:30-5:30 PM).

If you are interested in joining our dynamic outdoor team, please complete our online volunteer application. For questions, please contact Jessica Gebhardt, Volunteer Services Manager at volunteer@wcfrspokane.org or by calling 509-324-1995 Ext. 300.

The Food Resourcing team is working to reduce food waste and increase food security by transporting excess donated products we receive from our local farm partners that cannot be used within FareStart to our local food bank partners instead. The volunteer will transport the produce from FareStart to the correlating food bank that requested it. Specific information will be provided beforehand, as well as directions to any locations being traveled to. 

Requirements: Having a personal vehicle to transport food in or willing to become van trained

The Food Resourcing team is working to reduce food waste and increase food security by transporting excess donated products we receive from our local farm partners that cannot be used within FareStart to our local food bank partners instead. The volunteer will lead fellow volunteers in harvesting produce at the farm; then will transport produce from the farm to the correlating food bank that requested it. Essential information will be provided beforehand, as well as directions to any locations being traveled to. 

Requirements: Having a personal vehicle to transport food in or willing to be van trained

Preferred: The ability to attend regular shifts (once a week or once every other week). However, we will take any help you are willing to give!

The Food Resourcing team is working to reduce food waste and increase food security by transporting excess donated products we receive from our local farm partners that cannot be used within FareStart to our local food bank partners instead. The volunteer will lead fellow volunteers in harvesting produce at the farm; then will transport produce from the farm to the correlating food bank that requested it. Essential information will be provided beforehand, as well as directions to any locations being traveled to. 

Requirements: Having a personal vehicle to transport food in or willing to be van trained

Preferred: The ability to attend regular shifts (once a week or once every other week). However, we will take any help you are willing to give!

The Food Resourcing team is working to reduce food waste and increase food security by transporting excess donated products we receive from our local farm partners that cannot be used within FareStart to our local food bank partners instead. The volunteer will lead fellow volunteers in harvesting produce at the farm; then will transport produce from the farm to the correlating food bank that requested it. Essential information will be provided beforehand, as well as directions to any locations being traveled to. 

Requirements: Having a personal vehicle to transport food in or willing to be van trained

Preferred: The ability to attend regular shifts (once a week or once every other week). However, we will take any help you are willing to give!

Overview: FareStart’s Food Resourcing Team partners with area food rescue nonprofits, local farms, and food businesses to pick up food donations. This product will be used in our community meals to support student training, and in other food security initiatives. It helps FareStart incorporate fresh, local, and nutritious products into those programs, diversify ingredients we wouldn’t otherwise be able to purchase, and minimize costs.

Tasks: This ongoing weekly volunteer role will support in a variety of activities, including:

Schedule and Location

Qualifications and Requirements

Please click this link to view the On-Site Volunteering Information Sheet before your shift. You will find key information here, including photos of building entrances!

The Food Resourcing team is working to reduce food waste and increase food security by transporting excess donated products we receive from our local farm partners that cannot be used within FareStart to our local food bank partners instead. The volunteer will lead fellow volunteers in harvesting produce at the farm; then will transport produce from the farm to the correlating food bank that requested it. Essential information will be provided beforehand, as well as directions to any locations being traveled to. 

Requirements: Having a personal vehicle to transport food in or willing to be van trained

Preferred: The ability to attend regular shifts (once a week or once every other week). However, we will take any help you are willing to give!

FareStart is a social enterprise nonprofit that transforms lives, disrupts poverty, and nourishes communities through food, life skills, and job training. Our restaurant serves as both a dining space and a hands-on classroom where students gain real-world culinary and customer service experience.

We are seeking enthusiastic and dependable volunteers to support lunch service at the FareStart Restaurant. Volunteers play an important role in creating a welcoming experience for guests while supporting students in our job training programs.

Volunteers may assist with:

Tasks vary based on daily restaurant needs and volunteer comfort level.

The Curriculum & Materials Support Volunteer assists FareStart's training teams by preparing and organizing classroom materials that support student learning and workforce development programs. This behind-the-scenes role helps ensure instructors have the resources they need to create engaging, effective learning experiences for students.

Volunteers will receive an orientation to FareStart and role-specific training from the Training Programs team. Ongoing support and supervision will be provided by FareStart staff.

By supporting the preparation of classroom materials, Curriculum & Materials Support Volunteers help create engaging learning environments and contribute directly to student success. Your work allows instructors to spend more time focused on teaching, coaching, and supporting students as they build skills for employment and long-term economic mobility.

About the Role
The Washington West African Center is seeking committed volunteers to serve as Court Observers. This role is essential in helping us identify community members who may need free legal aid, including support with record‑clearing, driver’s license reinstatement, LFO relief, and other civil legal issues.
Court Observers help ensure that individuals—especially immigrants, refugees, and those facing systemic barriers—are connected to the legal resources they need to move forward.

What You’ll Do
- Attend district court sessions in person
- Observe hearings and identify individuals who may benefit from legal aid
- Share WAWAC resource information when appropriate
- Submit brief reports to our legal aid team for follow‑up
- Help bridge the gap between underserved community members and essential legal services

What We Provide
- Full training—no legal background required
- Ongoing support from our Legal Aid & Community Outreach teams
- A meaningful opportunity to support justice, equity, and community empowerment

Who We’re Looking For
- Reliable, compassionate volunteers
- Comfortable in a courtroom environment
- Able to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
- Passionate about supporting marginalized communities

Why It Matters
Many community members face barriers that prevent them from accessing legal help. Your presence in the courtroom helps us reach people at the exact moment they need support—ensuring no one falls through the cracks.

FareStart’s Food Resourcing Team works with local partners to support our food security and rescue initiatives. From our local growers, we glean any goods that are seconds, in excess, or that they would like to donate. This product will be incorporated into our Community and School Meals kitchens to provide local, nutritious food to communities experiencing food insecurity.

For those new to gleaning, gleaning is:

Volunteers who have a FareStart volunteer account are welcome to bring a child under 16 years old to participate in a farm harvest/gleaning shift. To reserve space, please create a team when registering and sign up for the number of spots needed. After registering, email volunteer@farestart.org with the name(s) and age(s) of the child(ren) who will be attending with you so we can ensure everyone is accounted for. Children's volunteer hours will be added to the registered volunteer's account. We look forward to having your family join us in supporting local farms and reducing food waste!
Please watch these two training videos before showing up at your shift:

DRIVING/PARKING DIRECTIONS:
156th Pl NE, Bellevue, WA 98008
tBUG is located on the right when coming from 156th Ave SE. Volunteers can park in the gravel on the side of the road (in yellow) or in the Lake Hills parking lot nearby (in yellow).
Note for glean leads: To unload supplies and load produce back into the van, you can park near the entrance gate but make sure not to block the trail. Otherwise, you can park in either area (in yellow) for they are roughly the same walking distance from tBUG.

Join us at Oxbow Farm in Carnation to Glean produce for the Community!

FareStart’s Food Resourcing Team works with local partners to support our food security and rescue initiatives. From our local growers, we glean any goods that are seconds, in excess, or that they would like to donate. This product will be incorporated into our Community and School Meals kitchens to provide local, nutritious food to communities experiencing food insecurity

For those new to gleaning, gleaning is:

Volunteers who have a FareStart volunteer account are welcome to bring a child under 16 years old to participate in a farm harvest/gleaning shift. To reserve space, please create a team when registering and sign up for the number of spots needed. After registering, email volunteer@farestart.org with the name(s) and age(s) of the child(ren) who will be attending with you so we can ensure everyone is accounted for. Children's volunteer hours will be added to the registered volunteer's account. We look forward to having your family join us in supporting local farms and reducing food waste!
Please watch these two training videos before showing up at your shift:

DRIVING/PARKING DIRECTIONS:
10819 Carnation Duvall Rd Carnation, WA. 98014
There are 3 entrances to Oxbow. Please use the public entrance, 1.4 miles south of the 124th Street roundabout. It will be marked with a “Welcome to Oxbow” sign. Following the red arrows/lines on the photo, you will turn into the entrance and drive down a dirt path. At the yellow ‘x’ is the parking lot and farmstand, where you should park and where you will meet volunteers.

Join us at Carnation Farms in Carnation to Glean produce for the Community!

FareStart’s Food Resourcing Team works with local partners to support our food security and rescue initiatives. From our local growers, we glean any goods that are seconds, in excess, or that they would like to donate. This product will be incorporated into our Community and School Meals kitchens to provide local, nutritious food to communities experiencing food insecurity

For those new to gleaning, gleaning is:

Volunteers who have a FareStart volunteer account are welcome to bring a child under 16 years old to participate in a farm harvest/gleaning shift. To reserve space, please create a team when registering and sign up for the number of spots needed. After registering, email volunteer@farestart.org with the name(s) and age(s) of the child(ren) who will be attending with you so we can ensure everyone is accounted for. Children's volunteer hours will be added to the registered volunteer's account. We look forward to having your family join us in supporting local farms and reducing food waste!
Please watch these two training videos before showing up at your shift:

DRIVING DIRECTIONS:
28901 NE Carnation Farm Rd. Carnation WA 98014
Turn into a dirt area with a white gate and a bridge just ahead (where the red arrow is; the yellow line is the bridge). Drive slowly over the bridge and between the path of trees (marked by the second red arrow). At the end there will be a few buildings and a parking lot (red ‘x’ and circle). This is where you will park and meet with volunteers.

Once a month, instead of Sofia's usual Monday Food Resourcing Kitchen Shift, volunteers will meet at the Beacon Food Forest located in Beacon Hill. You will be assisting with a small-scale harvest of mainly herbs, along with some berries and greens that will go towards our Community & School Meals Programs. It is a great way to get outside for a bit and enjoy the nice weather! Attached are highlighted areas with free parking once you arrive.

Beacon Food Forest is a 7-acre food forest adjacent to Jefferson Park on Beacon Hill near 15th Avenue South and South Dakota St.  Free parking highlighted below, meet FareStart staff at the gazebo entrance.

Volunteer Role: FareStart Ambassador (Information Tabling Volunteer)

Overview:
As a FareStart Ambassador, you will introduce new people to FareStart and help grow support for our mission. Your outreach helps us welcome more students, expand our programs, and empower more graduates on their path forward.

Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

How to Get Involved:
If you are interested, please email volunteer@farestart.org to learn more and schedule a brief interview.

FareStart’s Food Security Team works with local partners to support our food rescue and access initiatives. From our local growers, we glean any goods that are seconds, in excess, or that they would like to donate. This product will be incorporated into our Community and School Meals.
21 Acres is a leader in sustainable and regenerative practices, serving as a living laboratory center for sustainable ways of living. Their purpose is to promote the benefits of local food systems within the context of climate challenges through their farm, community gardens, native plant nursery, education center, and more.

For those new to gleaning, gleaning is:

Volunteers who have a FareStart volunteer account are welcome to bring a child under 16 years old to participate in a farm harvest/gleaning shift. To reserve space, please create a team when registering and sign up for the number of spots needed. After registering, email volunteer@farestart.org with the name(s) and age(s) of the child(ren) who will be attending with you so we can ensure everyone is accounted for. Children's volunteer hours will be added to the registered volunteer's account. We look forward to having your family join us in supporting local farms and reducing food waste!
Please watch these two training videos before showing up at your shift:

Looking to get to 21 Acres on the bus from Seattle? Check out this route suggestion.

DRIVING/PARKING DIRECTIONS:
13701 NE 171st St, Woodinville, WA 98072 
The 21 Acres Center is a two-story gold building located on the right-hand side of the street. Turn into the parking lot and park anywhere. There will be tents set up on the sidewalk in the parking lot for gleaning events. This is where volunteers will meet and check in.

After the Glean you are invited to enjoy the amenities of 21 acres which include:

We need volunteer allies!! We currently have a waitlist of participants needing social support and allyship. 

As an ally, you'll provide companionship, connect clients with resources, serve as a liaison with their case manager, and help them achieve their goals. The best part is that you can do all this at a pace that suits you and your partner-participant. Our primary focus is on fostering connection and building a trusting relationship. 

Depending on your preferences and availability, you may be paired with a guest at the Gardenview Village tiny homes or with an individual in the community.

Being an ally is not just a volunteer role; it's an opportunity to make a significant difference in someone's life. Road2Home provides a community of fellow allies to learn from and connect with. We also offer in-depth training for allies that covers trauma-informed care, setting boundaries, strategies to help clients achieve their goals, local resources, and more. This comprehensive support ensures you feel prepared and confident in your role as an ally, ready to make a positive impact.

Being an ally requires a six-month commitment, during which you meet with a client in person at least twice a month and are available for phone calls or texts.

To help ensure a successful Ally experience, you must complete a Road2Home volunteer training class and an Ally orientation before being assigned a program partner. These sessions are designed to introduce our work, enrich your understanding of homelessness in our community, and help ensure a rewarding volunteer experience. You will also have access to our experienced staff trained in trauma-informed principles to guide you. We want your Ally Program experience to be rewarding for you and your partner!

We are thrilled about the possibility of working with you and the positive impact you can make as an ally. Your contribution is highly valued, and we look forward to welcoming you to our team soon!

To begin the process of becoming an Ally, click here!

Do you have a hobby or interest that you look forward to completing?   What better way to enjoy it than by sharing it with others who may find that same enjoyment and perhaps discover a new self-interest or talent?  

Do you knit, crochet, fish, color, draw, paint, teach good nutrition, instruct tai chi, etc?  You get the picture!  You can sign up as a volunteer and share your hobby with a guest(s) at Gardenview Village.  Please let us know what day and time work best for you, as well as the frequency at which you would like to visit. 

Share your hobby and build positive relationships -- What a wonderful way to spend an afternoon.   

We have an opening for an art/craft instructor for our Gardenview Village sessions.  If you have basic arts and crafts experience and would like to share the joy of creativity with the folks we serve, please complete the application below, and we will get started.

Click here to complete a volunteer application

We are looking for civic clubs, businesses, churches, or simply groups of friends, neighbors, families, or individuals who will come together and commit to preparing and delivering a healthy meal to Gardenview Village's 30-40 guests. You have the power to decide how frequently you can commit—one time only, weekly, or monthly—whichever best fits your schedule. We especially need meal deliveries towards the end of the month.

Kitchen facilities in Gardenview Village are limited, so food must be prepared offsite and delivered. Road2Home volunteers often foster personal connections with the folks we serve. By providing each Gardenview Village guest with healthy meals, positive interactions, and encouragement, you can make a significant difference in their lives.  

Through Road2Home's work, meaningful relationships are built, and hope for better futures is created.  

To begin the process of becoming a Road2Home volunteer, click here!

Road2Home works with the people who are living unsheltered.  Staff and volunteers help them navigate through a complex system to ultimately obtain permanent housing.  Sometimes progress is hampered by outstanding legal issues associated with historical evictions, past due rents, charges that are outstanding, and other situations.  In situations such as these, someone with knowledge of the law and instruction on how to move forward is necessary.

We are looking for someone with the legal experience and capacity to assist, on a pro bono basis.  Your guidance is needed in the resolution of these issues so we can continue progressing on the road to a permanent home for people in our programs.

If you can help, we would love to have you join us!

Are you handy to have around? Do you love to fix, replace, or repair? Gardenview Village needs you!

Volunteers should be experienced in general maintenance in the area where they specialize. They will be asked to assess a problem and suggest a good solution to remedy a the issue. They will communicate and coordinate with the Gardenview Village staff about the issue/resolution and resources necessary to move forward with repairs.

Do you have three hours weekly to commit to a regular shift at Gardenview Village? While there, you will help our staff take care of the requests and needs of the village's guests.  You may also be asked to help complete daily routine tasks such as watering plants, stocking bathroom and kitchen supplies, pulling weeds, lots of cleaning etc....  Come ready to work and leave ready to rest!  

This position will allow you to meet many wonderful people from our community who also volunteer in different capacities and donors who drop by with in-kind gifts to share with the guests we serve. You will also build meaningful relationships with the folks served in Road2Home's programs and services.

We're looking for people who can commit to one afternoon a week from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. or 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.  If you are willing, you could commit to one six-hour afternoon from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.  You tell us the day you will be consistently available, and we will put you in that timeslot on the master schedule.  

Step one is to complete the Road2Home Volunteer Application at this link:  https://www.jotform.com/211485377281157.  We look forward to working with you!

Do you enjoy creating a plan and watching it all come together? The Road2Home Fundraising and Events Committee welcomes your participation.   As a nonprofit organization, we work hard to raise funds to support our programs and services.  Everyone on the committee utilizes their skills, talents, and experience to plan, prepare, promote, organize, and host the fundraising activity.

The committee meets online via Google Meets monthly for 1 -2 hours to discuss new ideas and prepare for upcoming events.  Whether a season event planner or a novice, we welcome you to join us!

We look forward to working with you!  To begin the process of becoming a Road2Home volunteer, click here!

Purple Light Nights is a global awareness campaign during October, Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

DAWN is hosting three Free Purple Light Nights Awareness Walks in October 2026. This committee will plan and run these free events:

October 1 - Puyallup Sunrise Village, sponsored by Tarragon Properties/Puyallup Sunrise Village

October 5 - Renton Downtown, starting at Legacy Square - supported by Renton Chamber of Commerce and Renton Downtown Partnership

October 8 - Kent Station, sponsored by Tarragon Properties/Kent Station.

The committee meets monthly starting with a kickoff meeting on June 17 at 4:30 at Mama Stortini's Kent Station. The group may form local subcommittees for each walk event.

Come help neighbors build pride in their community by supporting a City of Walla Walla neighborhood cleanup event. Throughout the year, the City hosts cleanup days in underserved neighborhoods and provides large dumpsters so residents can safely dispose of unwanted items, clutter, and materials.

Volunteers will help with a variety of tasks, including greeting residents at the registration table, helping load and unload materials, moving items from vehicles to dumpsters, monitoring dumpster areas, trimming grass or vegetation, and assisting wherever needed.

Volunteers are welcome to serve for all or part of the event. To help make the day run smoothly, we suggest a minimum volunteer commitment of 2 hours.

Volunteers must be at least 18 years old unless accompanied by a parent or guardian who is also volunteering. A free lunchtime meal will be provided for both neighbors and volunteers.

The cleanup location will be shared with registered volunteers before the event.

Lions Camp Horizon is a summer camp for teens, adults, and seniors with disabilities! Every day, we have a different group of volunteers help serve our campers and staff breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Each meal has its own volunteer shift. It is a great time to help others and get to know some very fun people!

Please sign up to volunteer using this link: https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/503576598052/false#/invitation

Or sign up on this site to receive an email with sign up instructions!

Join Dirt Corps this September as we're Fallin' for Fungi and caring for Westcrest trails. We'll be learning a bit about the fungi in our forest and how they interact with their ecosystem and its health. We'll then be removing non-native weeds such as blackberry from around plants and bare ground to help the native plants there grow and thrive and to make way for new native plantings in the spring. All ages and skill levels are welcome. We hope to see you there!

The Washington West African Center (WAWAC) supports African immigrant and refugee families across Snohomish County through food access, community navigation, cultural programs, and crisis support. As we expand our impact, we are preparing to pursue major philanthropic partnerships—including the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.

We are seeking a skilled volunteer to help us create a comprehensive, polished guidance document that will prepare our organization for a future Gates Foundation grant application. This document will serve as an internal roadmap to ensure our programs, data, narrative, and organizational structure align with Gates Foundation priorities and expectations.

The final deliverable will be a clear, well-organized document that includes:

A summary of Gates Foundation funding priorities relevant to WAWAC

A checklist of organizational readiness requirements

Recommendations for strengthening our data, evaluation, and storytelling

A narrative framework we can use when drafting the application

A list of documents, metrics, and evidence we should gather

A step-by-step preparation timeline

Any gaps we need to address before applying

You’ll thrive in this role if you have:

Experience with grant writing, grant readiness, or nonprofit strategy

Familiarity with large philanthropic funders (Gates Foundation experience is a plus)

Strong writing, research, and document-creation skills

Ability to translate complex requirements into clear, actionable guidance

A passion for supporting immigrant and refugee communities

This project will directly strengthen WAWAC’s ability to secure transformational funding that expands food access, community support, and culturally responsive services for thousands of West African families in Washington State.

Your expertise will help us take a major step toward long-term sustainability and impact.

Ready to change a life from the comfort of home? 

Ready to change a life from the comfort of home? 

Join ENGin as a conversation partner and be matched with a learner in Ukraine for weekly one-on-one English conversations. In just one hour a week, you can help someone build confidence, break the language barrier, and feel supported, all while discovering a new culture and making a genuine human connection.

When housing is disrupted in communities after a disaster it can be difficult for some people to find new long-term housing. The Shelter Resident Transition Service Associates help shelter residents create personalized plans to overcome roadblocks and transition to sustainable housing solutions. They play a critical role in reducing disaster-caused displacement and aiding in long-term recovery for individuals.

Do you have the flexibility to deploy for two weeks to support communities impacted by disaster? The Red Cross is looking to train willing individuals 18 and older who want to alleviate human suffering by shortening the time of disaster-caused displacement. All training and travel expenses are fully covered by the Red Cross. 

To join our team, visit: www.redcross.org/volunteer or contact your local chapter at JoinUsNW@redcross.org

Helping people navigate their path to recovery.

Join the American Red Cross as a Disaster Recovery Casework volunteer and help individuals and families navigate the path to recovery after a disaster. Whether it’s a house fire, flood, or other emergency, your support helps people affected by disasters access critical resources and rebuild their lives.

What You’ll Do

What You’ll Need

Why It Matters

Your support helps people recover from some of the most difficult moments in their lives. By guiding them through available resources and offering a compassionate presence, you’ll play a vital role in restoring hope and stability in your community.

Join us today and become part of a team that brings relief and recovery to those in need.

Get started: www.redcross.org/volunteer or contact your local chapter at JoinUsNW@redcross.org

Bringing comfort and support to families in their first moments of need.

When disaster strikes your community, Disaster Action Team (DAT) volunteers are the first to respond—bringing comfort, care, and critical resources like food and shelter to those in need. Join this vital team by signing up for on-call shifts and help ensure 24-hour emergency support is always just a phone call away for your neighbors.

Hear firsthand why others have volunteered in this role. Training is free and the experience is priceless. Get started at www.redcross.org/volunteer

We are the American Red Cross. Sleeves up. Hearts open. All in.

Make A Difference From Home. Volunteer Virtually as A Duty Officer. Duty Officer is one of the most-needed volunteers in name of community. Document incoming disaster notifications. Dispatch disaster responders and monitor the response to ensure that appropriate resources are made available . Activate health services, mental health, spiritual care or public affairs as needed. Training Provided.

Qualifications: Internet connection and computer literacy. Time Commitment: 3-4 self selected day or night shifts per month. Learn more and apply today at redcross.org/volunteer or contact Lindsay Taylor at 360-790-2987 or Lindsay.taylor@redcross.org

Here's a great way to help your fellow man and earn karma points while you're at it.  The Haskell Lions Eye Clinic provides FREE eye exams and glasses to low-income homeless, immigrant, and elderly residents, using only volunteers and donations. 

Open two afternoons a month, the clinic itself doesn't require much of your time.  Yet there's work behind the scenes that's required to make things run right.  You'd be helping the clinic manager review and input applications, contacting applicants to make appointments, help schedule our volunteers, and other administrative tasks, along with being the manager's right arm on clinic days (1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month).  As a member of the clinic's leadership team, you'd also sit in on our bi-monthly meetings that run 90 minutes. 

Your commitment totals about 15 hours a month, with some flexibility: Work from home and/or the clinic.  Overall, it's about half interacting with people and half paper & computer work.   Most of our volunteers have been at the clinic for many years; it's a fun and friendly place to help out!

Role: Downtown Guide

We’re so grateful for your time, energy, and commitment to making this trip a fun and memorable experience for our participants! You are the heart of this event. Your Purpose - Treat everyone with dignity and respect. Speak to participants as you would any other teen or adult. - Be both friend and safety net. JOIN in the fun while ensuring participants stay safe and engaged. They want to see you have a good time, too! - Encourage and connect. Help participants explore downtown. - Watch for elopement or wandering. This is what we refer to as a Level 3 (high) elopement risk environment. Keep your group together, and immediately alert Camden if a participant wanders off.

We will meet at the plaza downtown next to Starbucks

Bowling Night is one of our most loved events—and we’re so grateful you’re here to help! Your role ensures everyone has a fun, safe, and successful experience. Your Purpose - Treat everyone with dignity and respect. Speak to participants as you would any other teen or adult. - Oversee a lane with 5–7 participants (track turns and keep the group moving). - Encourage and celebrate every roll of the ball, gutter balls included! - Assist with ramps, ball selection, or lifting as needed. - Watch for frustration or overwhelm, offer reassurance and patience. - Troubleshoot small issues (bumpers, pins not resetting) by getting bowling staff help. - Be flexible: some participants may bowl more, others may head to the arcade.

Youth volunteers are an important part of making our camp welcoming and fun! As a Camp Buddy, you’ll be paired with campers or help in activity stations, supporting campers in having a great time. You don’t need special experience, just a kind heart, patience, and a willingness to help! Responsibilities Be a friend and buddy to campers, helping them feel included and safe. Support campers with activities like crafts, games, and STEAM projects. Encourage participation and celebrate camper successes. Use positive communication and be a good role model. Assist with transitions between camp activities. Work as part of a team with camp staff and adult volunteers. Ideal Qualities Friendly, responsible, and respectful Comfortable interacting with people with different abilities Willing to learn and take direction from camp leaders Energetic, flexible, and patient Reliable and able to attend most (or all) camp days Support Adult staff and mentors will always be available for help and guidance You’ll never be asked to do anything outside your comfort zone What You'll Gain Volunteer hours for school or community service Experience working with people with disabilities New friendships and fun memories A certificate of appreciation at the end of camp.

Adult volunteers are an important part of making our camp welcoming and fun! As a Camp Buddy, you’ll be paired with campers or help in activity stations, supporting campers in having a great time. You don’t need special experience, just a kind heart, patience, and a willingness to help! Responsibilities Be a friend and buddy to campers, helping them feel included and safe. Support campers with activities like crafts, games, and STEAM projects. Encourage participation and celebrate camper successes. Use positive communication and be a good role model. Assist with transitions between camp activities. Work as part of a team with camp staff and adult volunteers. Ideal Qualities Friendly, responsible, and respectful Comfortable interacting with people with different abilities Willing to learn and take direction from camp leaders Energetic, flexible, and patient Reliable and able to attend most (or all) camp days Support Adult staff and mentors will always be available for help and guidance You’ll never be asked to do anything outside your comfort zone What You'll Gain Volunteer hours for school or community service Experience working with people with disabilities New friendships and fun memories A certificate of appreciation at the end of camp

We need help getting flyers out in the community and putting door hangers on homes and apartment.

Location: Trailside-Everett, Sultan, Monroe, Lynnwood locations: Please respond with what location works best for you!!!!

Hours: Any hours between Monday thru Friday 8-4:30.

Do you enjoy painting?! If so, we are looking for volunteers to help paint the kiddos playhouse and sand box at the LNC!!!

*Any hours Monday thru Friday 8-4:30 when staff are present. Please respond if interested!!!

At FareStart, we believe everyone deserves access to fresh, healthy, and nutritious food. For more than 30 years, we have prepared and delivered meals throughout the Greater Seattle area, providing over 19 million meals to local nonprofits, shelters, respite centers, youth and adult daycare centers, and schools.

Volunteers play an important role in supporting the daily production of approximately 2,365 meals. No kitchen experience is required — this is a great opportunity for hands-on volunteering, team building, and giving back to the community.

Because our meal programs rely heavily on volunteer support, attendance is very important. If you are unable to attend your scheduled shift, please unregister as soon as possible so another volunteer may sign up and help ensure meals are prepared for the community members who depend on them.

Volunteer Activities: Volunteers may assist with a variety of food preparation and kitchen support tasks based on skill level and comfort, including:

Location: Galaxy Building, 635 Elliott Ave W, Seattle, WA 98119

Dates/Times: Saturdays & Sundays 10:00a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Attire: Volunteers working in kitchen spaces must wear:

Aprons and hairnets will be provided. Please avoid wearing loose jewelry or nail polish.

Health and Safety Considerations:

Please click this link to view the On-Site Volunteering Information Sheet before your shift. You will find key information here, including photos of building entrances!

We believe everyone is entitled to fresh, healthy and nutritious food.  We have over 30 years of history and expertise in preparing and delivering meals across the Greater Seattle area, producing 19 million meals for local nonprofits, shelters, respite centers, youth and adult daycare centers and schools.  Volunteers help with a variety of tasks to help supplement the large amount of work that goes in to creating around 2,365 meals each day. No kitchen experience required! A great opportunity for hands-on volunteer work and team building.

We rely on the hard work of volunteers in order to effectively serve our community.  If you schedule a volunteer shift and do not show up it means others are not able to sign up and we aren't able to make the meals our community depends on.  Please unregister yourself as soon as possible if you are not able to attend so others may sign up.

Volunteer Duties: Volunteers will help prepare meals by completing basic preparation tasks. FareStart staff will assign tasks based on individual skill and comfort level.

Location: Galaxy Building, 635 Elliott Ave W, Seattle, WA 98119

Phone: 206-588-40

Parking: Is available in Galaxy Building Garage ($16), a lot across the street ($14), or on the street for free. Bus routes 24 and 30 stop along the street.

Dates/Times: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

9:30am-11:30am

Attire: Volunteers are asked to wear sturdy, closed-toed, non-slip/rubber-soled shoes and full-length pants. We also advise volunteers to wear clothes and shoes which can get dirty, we will provide aprons. Long hair must be tied back, and all volunteers must wear a hat or a hairnet (hairnet provided). Please refrain from wearing nail polish.

Group Size: Individuals or groups of up to 5 people.

Health & Safety Considerations: 

Please click this link to view the On-Site Volunteering Information Sheet before your shift. You will find key information here, including photos of building entrances!

Connect Your Neighbors With Local Volunteering Options  – – Right from Home!

When we know more, we can do more. 

Community Compass is a crowdsourced platform that connects volunteers with their community and each other. We’re building a national directory of nonprofit organizations, mutual aid and grassroots networks, service clubs, and more. Because volunteer groups come in all shapes and sizes, our Community Pages include smaller, less formal organizations alongside established nonprofits.

We’re looking for enthusiastic contributors (like you!) to help us update and enrich Community Pages and Organization Pages on Community Compass. With some research and your curiosity, you can help your neighbors quickly find nearby nonprofits, mutual aid groups, service clubs and more – making it simpler than ever for everyone to make a local impact.

Community Compass contributors have already helped us identify over 3,600 ways to volunteer in more than 380 communities in the US!

What You'll Do:

Be a Contributor: Conduct quick, simple online research to identify active service clubs, mutual aid groups, and upcoming volunteer events in your community.

Be a Fact Checker: Enhance your community's page on Ways to Connect by ensuring the information is current, accurate, and inviting for potential volunteers.

Be an Organizational Profile Builder: Create Community Compass pages for nonprofit organizations

Be a Moderator: Review and approve submissions

Be an Ambassador: Coming soon

Why Volunteer with Community Compass?

Easy and accessible: Volunteer remotely at your convenience.

Immediate community impact: Help your neighbors discover meaningful ways to contribute.

Flexible commitment: Volunteer for as little as 2 hours, or as much as you'd like.

Growth opportunities: Volunteers can explore deeper involvement through our Ambassador program.

Ready to help your community thrive? Join us today and make volunteering easier for everyone.

Looking for volunteers for the LNC Community Resource Event!!!

Duties include: Front desk support, including checking in vendors and directing them to their assigned locations. Assist vendors with setup as needed and help with cleanup after the event.  

3on3 Basketball Tournament!!!!! At Everett Community College, July 18-19, and are seeking volunteers to help at the contest courts!

3 Point Shot Contest: rebounding and re racking balls, as well as help timing.

Free throw shot contest court: rebounding and re racking balls

Please respond and let me know if you would like to help with the 3 Point Shot Contest or the Free throw shot contest court. 

Looking for a volunteer opportunity that is fun and rewarding? Join our Volunteer team! As a Meals on Wheels Volunteer, you will belong to a team committed to helping homebound seniors maintain their health and independence with nutritious food, personal contact, and caring service.

2 Volunteer Callers are needed on Monday mornings, 9am - 11 am. Be a caring voice our clients look forward to each week. You’ll take their weekly meal orders and keep notes up to date. 

Are you typically available Monday mornings and interested in this volunteer opportunity? Register here and we will contact you with an application to get started!

Be the face of Volunteers of America Western Washington!!! The Street Team!!

We're building a small, tight-knit crew of community ambassadors to represent VOAWW at local events across the area — tabling, sharing our story, and connecting people to the work that changes lives every day.

You'll work in pairs, so you'll always have a teammate — but we need folks who show up, take this role seriously, and understand that every interaction at that table reflects directly on our organization and the people we serve.

What we're looking for:

Outgoing and personable. You enjoy talking to strangers, starting conversations, and leaving people with a smile.

Knowledgeable about VOAWW's mission. We’ll give you the information and materials to prepare you, but we’ll expect that you can speak to it confidently and authentically.

Dependable and trustworthy. When you commit to an event, people are counting on you — your teammate, the organization, and the community.

Weekend availability. Most community events happen on Saturdays and Sundays.

Own transportation. Events are spread across the county — you'll need reliable transportation to get there and back.

Able to carry up to 25 lbs. Tabling means carrying supplies — banners, materials, tables, donations. Light lifting is part of the gig.

What you get out of it:

You’ll get to attend these events and make great community connections. The satisfaction of putting good into the world. A solid group of like-minded volunteers to work alongside. And the knowledge that you're helping VOAWW do what it does best — showing up for people when they need it most.

If you are interested, please respond- we will be setting up an orientation this month. :)

Join Trees for Neighborhoods and Dirt Corps for our upcoming tree care skill share and volunteer work party along Juneau St/Longfellow Creek! We will learn how to identify local trees and celebrate their many social, ecological, and health benefits. We’ll then remove harmful weeds from around the mature trees at this site so they can continue to thrive and support the well-being of this critical riparian ecosystem and their neighbors (all of us!). Join us to care for this special neighborhood green space!

All ages and skill levels are welcome! Please wear clothing that can get dirty, including long sleeves, long pants, and closed-toed shoes. We’ll be working rain or shine, so everyone is encouraged to dress for the weather and wear layers if you can. We’ll provide the tools, gloves, snacks, hot drinks, and water.

Join Trees for Neighborhoods and Dirt Corps for our next tree care skill share and volunteer work party at Webster Pond! This work party will include a skill share about harmful weeds, their history, how they relate to the ecosystem, and how best to remove them to allow our trees and native plants to thrive. We’ll then practice these skills while caring for the trees in this special wetland ecosystem. Come learn and care for this neighborhood greenspace with us!

All ages and skill levels are welcome! Please wear clothing that can get dirty, including long sleeves, long pants, and closed-toed shoes. We’ll be working rain or shine, so everyone is encouraged to dress for the weather and wear layers if you can. We’ll provide the tools, gloves, snacks, hot drinks, and water.

Join Trees for Neighborhoods, Georgetown Youth Council, and Dirt Corps for our upcoming tree care skill share and volunteer work party at Gateway Park North! We will learn how to identify local trees and celebrate their many social, ecological, and health benefits. We’ll then remove harmful weeds from around the mature trees at this site so they can continue to thrive and support the well-being of this critical shoreline ecosystem and their neighbors (all of us!). Come learn and care for this special neighborhood greenspace with us!

All ages and skill levels are welcome! Please wear clothing that can get dirty, including long sleeves, long pants, and closed-toed shoes. We’ll be working rain or shine, so everyone is encouraged to dress for the weather and wear layers if you can. We’ll provide the tools, gloves, snacks, hot drinks, and water.

Join Dirt Corps this August in learning about and caring for the riparian forest of Kingfisher Natural Area. We'll be exploring the history, restoration, hydrology, and ecology of this section of Thornton Creek. Enjoy talking a walk through the denser canopy, quite and cleaner air. After this we'll be caring for the space by removing ground cover English ivy and other weeds, and performing general upkeep to keep it a nice space for people to use. We hope to see you there!

Join Dirt Corps this August for a forest bathing walk and then dive in and help us care for this section of the West Duwamish Greenbelt. We'll be going on a walk through the denser canopy areas, enjoy some quietite and clean air. We'll then care for our restoration area by applying mulch around the native plants and trees, removing weeds (looking at you, blackberry!), and performing other important landscape maintenance. We hope to see you there!

Join us at North Creek Forest for a Volunteer Stewardship Work Party!

Please meet at our 112th Ave NE Restoration Site: 20598 112th Ave NE, Bothell, 98011

~Tools and work gloves will be provided.

~Dress for the weather. Closed-toed, sturdy shoes are required. Boots are highly recommended.

~Volunteers ages 15 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

~Tasks could include invasive species removal, spreading mulch, planting native species, watering young plants and more!

Volunteer work parties provide great networking opportunities, an introduction to restoration ecology, and a fun way to spend time in the great outdoors!

***If possible, please fill out and electronically sign the Volunteer Liability Waiver located at the link below using Adobe's "Fill & Sign" feature and e-mail back to us at info@friendsnorthcreekforest.org prior to the event in order to help us reduce paper use.***

https://www.friendsnorthcreekforest.org/uploads/6/8/5/3/6853956/fncf_liability_waiver_oct_2019.pdf

Bellingham At Home (BAH), a non-profit membership organization, is a virtual Village in Bellingham WA empowering older adults to stay active and engaged while living in their own homes and neighborhoods.  It is a program of the Whatcom Council on Aging.

The Village is powered by volunteers who provide “good neighbor” assistance to older folks in our community. Volunteers provide transportation to medical appointments and other services in Bellingham, take members shopping, provide companionship, complete light home repairs and garden maintenance, and other tasks as needed.  (BAH does NOT provide medical assistance, personal care, nor ongoing cleaning and maintenance tasks.)

If you are searching for opportunities to use your skills to support the Bellingham community and enjoy talking with interesting people who have many life experiences to share, you’d make a great BAH volunteer. Most assistance requests are for 2-hour time slots and you can let us know when you are available.  There is no weekly commitment; flexibility to meet your own schedule. BAH members reward our volunteers with their most grateful appreciation!

Office volunteers staff the volunteer desk in the Bellingham at Home office.

Tasks include:

Qualifications:

Shifts:

We have office shifts available in the mornings and afternoons.

A six-month minimum commitment required.

We need volunteers to help us have a presence at various community events throughout the year.

Schedules vary:  Some are on weekends for 2 to 3 hour shifts

We seek a pool of volunteers now and people willing to share the Fig Tree story. We will provide training.

Some are evenings and some are week days.  Some will be outdoors as weather warms.

Having displays at community events increased our visibility and helps us introduce The Fig Tree to new readers.

Our address is below but the addresses of events vary.

The Fig Tree needs volunteers to assist with updating, organizing, proofreading and distributing the annual Directory of Congregations and Community Resources. Different tasks are needed throughout the year. The directory is a vital resource for connecting the faith and nonprofit communities, helping their leaders in making referrals, and connecting people with opportunities to serve.  Assist with research in March to May, editing in May and June, distribution in August and September and into fall.

The Fig Tree sponsors various educational events and opportunities for dialogue on issues of concern in the community and society. We are recruiting a team of people to help plan ecumenical dialogue events, the Eastern Washington Legislative Conference in January, interfaith dialogues and discussions, and other event opportunities that arise. In addition to meetings, there are responsibilities for arrangements, as well as for volunteer recruitment.

Meetings are on Zoom.

First Wednesdays of September through June at 10 a.m., volunteers meet at St. Mark's Lutheran Church, 24th and Grand, to deliver bulk orders of The Fig Tree and to send mailings. Volunteers work about 2 hours on their own and /or spend about 2 hours delivering papers to assigned routes in areas of Spokane.  Mailing volunteers work at St. Mark's or may take mailings home.

Assist with the Events Planning Committee work?meetings, phone calls, volunteer recruitment?for The Fig Tree Benefit Breakfast and Benefit Luncheon in March each year and other events. Assist with planning and promotion and on the days of the events with set up and clean up. 

Meetings by Zoom at noon first Thursdays.

The Fig Tree needs volunteer help with editing and proofreading on third Fridays, fourth Mondays and fourth Thursdays.  Visit http://www.thefigtree.org to learn about The Fig Tree.  We will offer training on our style.

We are editing online - also require training.

Please send resume.  We will interview.

 We are a group of volunteers who are committed to creating an unforgettable week away for our campers. This requires cooking three meals a day for over 150 campers and counselors, cleaning up after said meals, tidying camp, staffing carnival booths, and helping with arts and crafts projects. Come see the magic of the week and help us make this camp a reality!

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Here is a list of some  more of our needs: 

-Washing dishes

--Cleaning tables, floors, and bathrooms

--Restocking supplies

--Doing laundry

--Picking up toys and trash

--Arts and Crafts. 

Role: We’re so grateful for your time, energy, and commitment to making this trip a fun and memorable experience for our participants! You are the heart of this event. Your Purpose - Treat everyone with dignity and respect. Speak to participants as you would any other teen or adult. - Be both friend and safety net. JOIN in the fun while ensuring participants stay safe and engaged. They want to see you have a good time, too! - Encourage and connect. Help participants explore the farmers market, car show, and assist with dinner.            - Watch for elopement or wandering. This is what we refer to as a Level 3 (high) elopement risk environment. Keep your group together, and immediately alert Camden if a participant wanders off. Please bring your own money if you’d like to purchase food.

Role: Movie Night Chaperone Movie Night is about relaxing, having fun, and enjoying time with friends. Thank you for being here to make it a safe and enjoyable evening for all. Your Purpose - Treat everyone with dignity and respect. Speak to participants as you would any other teen or adult. - Be another set of eyes. Supervise the group to ensure everyone is safe and comfortable. - Offer support where needed. Some participants may: * Need help finding a seat or carrying snacks *Need reassurance if the movie is loud or intense - Be a friend. Sit with participants, laugh together, and make the night fun. - Encourage inclusion. If someone is sitting off to the side or seems unsure, invite them to join in. - Enjoy yourself! This is a relaxed event; feel free to watch the movie and share the fun right alongside participants.

Ready to make a difference?

Support your community from your living room. Dispatch help in real time and make a difference behind the scenes. Flexible shifts available.

Make a Real-Time Impact During Disasters

Disaster Action Team (DAT) Duty Officers are the behind-the-scenes heroes who coordinate local emergency responses as they unfold. From the comfort of your home, you’ll ensure that people affected by disasters receive the care and support they need by dispatching trained volunteers to the scene.

What You’ll Do:

What You’ll Need:

Why It Matters:

Your coordination ensures that families affected by disasters receive timely help, shelter, and emotional support. You’ll be a vital part of the Red Cross mission—Sleeves up. Hearts open. All in.

Get started: Visit www.redcross.org/volunteer or contact your local chapter at JoinUsNW@redcross.org

**This opportunity is for students**

Lion’s Heart Children’s Grief Center is seeking compassionate and dedicated volunteers to support our mission of providing grief support to children and families in our community. Volunteers may serve in a variety of roles based on their interests, skills, and availability.

Opportunities may include assisting with special events, supporting day camp activities and breakout groups, helping with administrative tasks, representing Lion’s Heart at community outreach events, assisting with social media, or contributing to fundraising and grant support efforts.

This role is ideal for individuals who are dependable, caring, and passionate about making a meaningful difference. Whether working directly with families or behind the scenes, each volunteer plays an important part in ensuring no child has to navigate grief alone.

Join us in bringing hope, connection, and healing to children and families in our community.

Click here to apply

Role Overview 

Rainier Athletes' (RA) mission is to affirm our youth’s sense of purpose and belonging by intentionally connecting their core community of teachers, coaches, families, and mentors. Once selected, each student is paired with a dedicated one-on-one mentor in elementary and middle school and a Squad Leader in high school. Each student is also sponsored to participate in sports/extra-curricular activities year-round throughout their duration with Rainer Athletes. Students begin their RA journey in 4th grade and continue through high school graduation and beyond.  

To sustain our impact with the growing number of Rainier Athletes high school students and families, we are seeking enthusiastic, dedicated individuals to serve as Squad Leaders for small groups of high school students. Squads consist of four or five students of similar ages. Squad Leaders are tasked with building relationships with students in their squad(s) as well as their students’ families, teachers, and others in the community. 

Responsibilities include coordinating logistics and prepping for weekly hour-long Squad Meet-Ups. These Squad Meet-Ups may include topical discussions, study sessions, or other activities to strengthen relationships and build towards each student’s next step plan after high school. Collaboration is a key element to the program’s success; Squad Leaders will have hour-long weekly formal opportunities to connect with other Squad Leaders and RA’s High School Program Manager to share highlights, challenges, and best practices.

Must-Haves 

Nice-to-Haves

Benefits

Do you and your friends love to cook? Consider recruiting a small group of friends to come cook and serve meals at Nativity House Shelter.

Scheduling is flexible. We realize that volunteers have busy lives and we'll work with you to design a plan that fits busy schedules.

Nativity House Shelter is 167-bed shelter serving adult men and women who are actively experiencing homelessness in Tacoma. The Nativity House Kitchen serves 3-meals a day and needs volunteers who know how to cook for a crowd.

Groups often plan meals like pancakes, casseroles, bulgogi/teriyaki, spaghetti & meatballs, hotdogs and sloppy joes.

Groups are encouraged to use ingredients available in the kitchen to build a menu and/or donate their own ingredients based on whatever they want to cook.

If groups are more comfortable serving instead of cooking, just let us know. We always groups to help serve on the cafeteria line. 

The Nativity House Kitchen provides breakfast, lunch and dinner, 7 days a week, 365 days per year so there is always an opportunity to serve.

How to Get Started: If you are interested in starting a meal group, please email meganed@ccsww.org.

Group leaders can register online to join our volunteer team or request that registration materials be mailed to their address.

Have questions? Please call Megan at 253-365-4111.

The Basics:

Requirements:

Want to learn more about other volunteer opportunities with Catholic Community Services? Click HERE to learn more about the Volunteer Services Program! Opportunities are available in 15 counties across Western Washington.

Join Trees for Neighborhoods and Dirt Corps for our upcoming tree care skill share and volunteer work party along Juneau St/Longfellow Creek! We will learn how to decide the best species and spots for adding new trees to your yard or street. Our Right Tree, Right Place lesson is leading up to the Trees for Neighborhoods' free tree giveaway and our local planting season. We’ll then remove harmful weeds from and apply mulch to the young and mature trees at this site to allow them to continue to thrive. Join us to care for this special riparian forest ecosystem!

All ages and skill levels are welcome! Please wear clothing that can get dirty, including long sleeves, long pants, and closed-toed shoes. We’ll be working rain or shine, so everyone is encouraged to dress for the weather and wear layers if you can. We’ll provide the tools, gloves, snacks, hot drinks, and water.

Join Trees for Neighborhoods and Dirt Corps for our next tree care skill share and volunteer work party at the special wetland ecosystem of Webster Pond! We will learn how to decide the best species and spots for adding new trees to your yard or street. Our Right Tree, Right Place lesson is leading up to the Trees for Neighborhoods' free tree giveaway and our local planting season. We’ll then remove harmful weeds from and apply mulch to the young and mature trees at this site to allow them to continue to thrive. Join us to care for this special neighborhood greenspace!

All ages and skill levels are welcome! Please wear clothing that can get dirty, including long sleeves, long pants, and closed-toed shoes. We’ll be working rain or shine, so everyone is encouraged to dress for the weather and wear layers if you can. We’ll provide the tools, gloves, snacks, hot drinks, and water.

Join Trees for Neighborhoods and Dirt Corps for our next tree care skill share and volunteer work party at the special wetland ecosystem of Meadowbrook Pond! We will learn how to decide the best species and spots for adding new trees to your yard or street. Our Right Tree, Right Place lesson is leading up to the Trees for Neighborhoods' free tree giveaway and our local planting season. We’ll then remove harmful weeds from and apply mulch to the young and mature trees at this site to allow them to continue to thrive. Join us to care for this special neighborhood greenspace!

All ages and skill levels are welcome! Please wear clothing that can get dirty, including long sleeves, long pants, and closed-toed shoes. We’ll be working rain or shine, so everyone is encouraged to dress for the weather and wear layers if you can. We’ll provide the tools, gloves, snacks, hot drinks, and water.

Nativity House Shelter has two walk-in freezers in need of monthly and/or twice-monthly rotation, clean out and organization. 

This is a great group project for teams of 4-8 people who want to do something that has clear outcomes, requires physical labor and has visible impact. If you want a good workout, this is the project for you!

We are hoping to offer projects on Wednesday or Friday afternoons from 1:30-4 pm, however this can be scheduled as a weekend project if necessary. Times can also be flexed.

The Basic:

For more info, please contact meganed@ccsww.org or call 253-365-4111. This project can be done as a one-time project or as a recurring project depending on what groups want to do.

Looking for a different kind of date night? Volunteering is a great way for couples to spend time together, have fun and connect over shared values.

If you and your honey bunny love to cook and are looking for ways to help the local community- PLEASE join our team! This is a good activity for couples and double dates. Ideal shift size is 2-4 people.

Everything is better when cooked with love.

The Details:

Shift times are flexible. We realize that volunteers have busy lives. You can volunteer as frequently as your schedule permits. 

Meal times are fixed but the shift length depends on what you want to do and how much time you and your spouse or partner have to share.

The Basics:

If you would prefer to complete a hardcopy of the volunteer registration- please contact meganed@ccsww.org or call 253-365-4111 to request that materials be mailed to you with a self-addressed stamped return envelope.

To learn more about other volunteer opportunities through Volunteer Services (a program of Catholic Community Services) visit- https://ccsww.org/services/volunteer-services/

Volunteer Services has volunteer opportunities in 15 counties across Western Washington. All of the services we provide are FREE and made possible by volunteers like YOU.

Nativity House Shelter is looking for groups and/or individuals who would like to pack Personal Care Kits for shelter guests.

Shelter guests have access to shower facilities but don't usually have their own personal hygiene supplies. Personal Care Kits are a great resource for folks who need essential items like shampoo, conditioner, bodywash, deodorant, shaving supplies and dental care products, and who don’t have a ton of space to store supplies.

Volunteers would need to supply their own materials which can be purchased in bulk through hospitality supply companies or through online distributers like Amazon.

Personal Care Kits generally include these types of items:

·         Travel size shampoo and conditioner

·         Travel size soap or bodywash

·         Travel size deodorant

·         Toothbrush, toothpaste and dental floss

·         Shaving cream and a razor

 Helpful “bonus items” include things like bath poufs or washcloths, nail brushes, plastic combs, hair brushes and nail clippers. Feminine hygiene products like tampons and personal care wipes are always greatly appreciated.

If you would like to make Personal Care Kits or have a group that would like to make kits with you, please contact meganed@ccsww.org or call 253-365-4111. Thank you!

The Family Housing Network Safe Parking Site is seeking volunteer groups to make "Keeping It Cool Kits" for the hot summer months ahead. Kits are intended to be distributed to site guests/residents who are living in their cars.

"Keeping It Cool Kits" are care kits that can be packed with any of these hot weather essentials:

Kits can be packed in Ziploc-style baggies or paper lunch sacks. This is a new project we're piloting so there is no right or wrong way to pack a "Keeping it Cool Kit". It's all about keeping folks safe from heat during the summer. Kindness and creativity go  a long way.

Groups that are interested in packing care kits would need to supply their own materials.

Since it's an offsite project, we don't require a lot of volunteer paperwork. We just ask for basic info for the group leader (name, contact info and DOB). We ask that groups log their hours (essentially a sign in sheet) so we can use that data for monthly volunteer reports and grant proposals. This project is suitable for adults and youth groups.

Interested in learning more? Email meganed@ccsww.org or call 253-365-4111 to reach Megan Edwin, Volunteer Coordinator.

Nativity House Shelter is seeking volunteer groups to make "Keeping It Cool Kits" for the hot summer months ahead. Kits are intended to be distributed at Nativity House Shelter, the Stability Site and the Tahoma Family Center where we encounter community members experiencing homelessness. While Nativity House Shelter is air conditioned, we don't always have enough beds to meet the need and want to distribute supplies to help people stay safe during hot weather.

"Keeping It Cool Kits" are care kits that can be packed with any of these hot weather essentials:

Kits can be packed in Ziploc-style baggies or paper lunch sacks. This is a new project we're piloting so there is no right or wrong way to pack a "Keeping it Cool Kit". It's all about keeping folks safe from heat during the summer. Kindness and creativity go a long way.

Groups that are interested in packing care kits would need to supply their own materials.

Since it's an offsite project, we don't require a lot of volunteer paperwork. We just ask for basic info for the group leader (name, contact info and DOB). We ask that groups log their hours (essentially a sign in sheet) so we can use that data for monthly volunteer reports and grant proposals. This project is suitable for adults and youth groups.

Interested in learning more? Email meganed@ccsww.org or call 253-365-4111 to reach Megan Edwin, Volunteer Coordinator.

Lion’s Heart Children’s Grief Center is seeking compassionate and dedicated volunteers to support our mission of providing grief support to children and families in our community. Volunteers may serve in a variety of roles based on their interests, skills, and availability.

Opportunities may include assisting with special events, supporting day camp activities and breakout groups, helping with administrative tasks, representing Lion’s Heart at community outreach events, assisting with social media, or contributing to fundraising and grant support efforts.

This role is ideal for individuals who are dependable, caring, and passionate about making a meaningful difference. Whether working directly with families or behind the scenes, each volunteer plays an important part in ensuring no child has to navigate grief alone.

Join us in bringing hope, connection, and healing to children and families in our community.

Click here to apply

Lion’s Heart Children’s Grief Center is seeking a dedicated volunteer to support our fundraising efforts through grant research, writing, and strategy. Your work will directly help expand access to grief support for children and families in our community. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys writing, research, and collaboration, and wants to use those skills to make a meaningful impact. Responsibilities may include identifying funding opportunities, assisting with grant writing and review, and brainstorming new ideas to grow our support.

Join us in ensuring no child has to navigate grief alone.

To apply, click here

Lion’s Heart Children’s Grief Center is seeking a dedicated volunteer to serve as Board Secretary, supporting our mission through organization, communication, and recordkeeping. Your work will help ensure the smooth operation of our organization as we expand access to grief support for children and families in our community.

This role is ideal for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and enjoys helping teams stay informed and connected. Responsibilities may include recording meeting minutes, maintaining organizational records, assisting with correspondence, tracking important deadlines, and supporting communication between board members, volunteers, and staff.

Join us in ensuring no child has to navigate grief alone.

Mitten Makers Unite!

Do you love to knit, felt, weave or crochet? There is an opportunity to put your skills to do good use! Help prevent frostbite while doing something you love from the comfort of your own home. Most needed winter items are gloves, mittens and infinity/funnel scarves (easier to store & easier to layer under clothing)

The Basics:

Have questions? Call Megan at 253-365-4111 or email meganed@ccswww.org

Want to teach shelter residents to knit or crochet or want to start a knitting group? Please complete our full volunteer registration to serve onsite- http://bit.ly/VSregSW

The Family Housing Network Safe Parking Site Program is looking for groups and/or individuals who would like to pack Personal Care Kits for families and single adults who are currently unhoused and living in their cars.

Residents staying at the Safe Parking Site have access to bath and shower facilities but frequently don't have their own personal hygiene supplies. Personal Care Kits are a great resource for folks who need essential items like shampoo, conditioner, bodywash, deodorant, shaving supplies and dental care products, and who don’t have a ton of space to store supplies in their vehicles.

Volunteers would need to supply their own materials which can be purchased in bulk through hospitality supply companies or through online distributers like Amazon.

Personal Care Kits generally include these types of items:

·         Travel size shampoo and conditioner

·         Travel size soap or bodywash

·         Travel size deodorant

·         Toothbrush, toothpaste and dental floss

·         Shaving cream and a razor

 Helpful “bonus items” include things like bath poufs or washcloths, nail brushes, plastic combs, hair brushes and nail clippers. Feminine hygiene products like tampons, maxi-pads and personal care wipes are always greatly appreciated.

If you would like to make Personal Care Kits or have a group that would like to make kits with you, please contact meganed@ccsww.org or call 253-365-4111. Thank you!

Purrfect Pals is seeking a reliable and organized Facilities & Maintenance Volunteer to help support the daily operations of our cat sanctuary. This volunteer role is perfect for someone who enjoys coordinating projects, communicating with vendors, and helping keep our facilities safe and running smoothly.

Responsibilities

Qualifications

Time Commitment

About Purrfect Pals

Purrfect Pals is a no-kill cat sanctuary and adoption center dedicated to providing compassionate care and loving homes for cats in need. Volunteers are an essential part of our mission and make a direct impact on the lives of hundreds of cats each year.

Please apply here: https://www.volgistics.com/appform/1759288790

Furniture Repair Bank rescues worn, torn, and broken furniture from the landfill, restores its value, and provides it to people in need. Learn some new skills or utilize ones you already have while reducing waste and supporting your community. 

Volunteer shifts are available multiple days per week. To sign up to volunteer with us right away, visit our volunteer portal linked here to register and view available shifts.

Teens ages 14 to 17 are welcome to join, provided a parent or guardian provides permission on their volunteer form. Younger kids ages 11 to 13 are welcome to volunteer along with their parent or guardian.

Are you a licensed health care professional? Join the Red Cross!

Disaster Health Services Responders provide disaster health care by meeting the disaster related health needs of clients and providing support to other volunteers.

Support to the DAT response, shelter operations, emergency aid stations, outreach activities, and casework and recovery planning during a disaster relief operation .

Time Commitment:

Minimum 8-hours per month

Requirements:

When housing is disrupted in communities due to a large disaster it can be tough for many individuals to secure new long term consistent/reliable housing. The Shelter Resident Transition Service Associate assists shelter residents and disaster victims create long term personal plans to overcome obstacles and transition into a stable housing solution. They play an important role in minimizing disaster caused displacement and aid in long term recovery.

Do you have a Flexible schedule that would allow you to deploy for two weeks to support communities impacted by disasters? The Red Cross is looking to train willing individuals over 18 who want to alleviate human suffering by shortening the time of a disaster caused by displacement. All training and Travel expenses are fully covered by the Red Cross. 

To join our team visit www.redcross.org/volunteer or contact your local chapter office at Joinusnw@redcross.org.

When disaster strikes your community, Disaster Action Team (DAT) volunteers are the first to respond—bringing comfort, care, and critical resources like food and shelter to those in need.

Join this vital team by signing up for on-call shifts and help ensure 24-hour emergency support is always just a phone call away for your neighbors.

Hear firsthand why others have volunteered in this role. Training is free and the experience is priceless.  Get started at www.redcross.org/volunteer We are the American Red Cross. Sleeves up. Hearts open. All in

The Red Cross Logistics Fulfillment Service Associate plays an essential role in disaster response operations by ensuring that congregate shelters receive the necessary supplies. From procuring materials to delivering them efficiently, our logistics team is the backbone of our relief efforts.

Do you have the flexibility to deploy for two weeks to support communities impacted by disaster? If you have a heart for helping and  working behind the scenes to support those displaced by disasters and thrive in dynamic environments, this is the perfect role for you. All training and travel expenses are fully covered by the Red Cross. Join us in making a difference and providing essential resources to those in need.

To join our team, visit: www.redcross.org/volunteer or contact your local chapter at JoinUsNW@redcross.org

After a disaster, a hot meal and a warm smile can be a powerful source of comfort and hope. As a Feeding Service Associate with the Red Cross, you’ll help nourish both body and spirit— whether by serving meals at a shelter or delivering food directly to neighborhoods impacted by disaster. Your presence can be a light in someone’s darkest moment.

Do you have the flexibility to deploy for two weeks to support communities impacted by disaster? The Red Cross is looking to train willing individuals 18 and older to fill a variety of roles during disaster relief operations. All training and travel expenses are fully covered by the Red Cross.

To learn more about how you can make sure that no one goes hungry after a disaster, visit: www.redcross.org/volunteer or contact your local chapter at JoinUsNW@redcross.org

Grass growing season is upon us!

Help make a huge difference in the life of a senior near you, by adopting their yard! If you can help even once for a yard clean-up, it could make a big impact on the peace of mind and health of a senior.

Excellent opportunity for small volunteer groups as well!

Location and Time Commitment: We will work with your schedule and location preferences.

Volunteer Benefits: Increase the quality of life for a senior or adult with a disability, gain new friendships,  and make the community a better place to live.

Contact volunteercenter@communityactionskagit.org for more information.

A little about our Volunteer Services Program :

Community Action’s Senior and Disabled Volunteer Services Program is one of the largest volunteer based programs in the area that meets one of the greatest needs by providing this population of individuals with dignity and a safe, healthy home. 

Without volunteers these needs would not be met!

We are looking for community volunteers to provide direct services for elderly and disabled adults. These direct services include transportation, housekeeping, shopping, yard work, moving assistance, firewood chopping and stacking, minor home repair, meal preparation and more as we strive to help clients remain living independently in their own homes. 

Join the American Red Cross, Service to the Armed Forces Program at the Naval Hospital Bremerton. We are looking for a volunteer who is passionate about serving the military community and has program management, volunteer management experience, or a desire to learn.

Responsibilities include:

Training will be provided. 

Be the voice that helps someone feel less alone.

Join our NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group as a peer support leader. At NAMI Skagit, we believe that each volunteer is a gift, and we're looking for compassionate volunteers to share it. As a peer support group facilitator, you'll help lead our monthly NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group — a safe, confidential space where people living with mental health conditions come together to share, connect, and find strength in one another.

What we’re looking for:

Someone living with a mental health condition who supports a safe space without judgment and believes in the power of shared experience, empathy, and peer connection, committed to confidentiality and respect for all participants. 

What you'll help create:

A judgment-free space where members build better coping skills and discover inner strength and a community that embraces honesty, humor, and self-forgiveness as part of healing. 

No professional experience required - just compassion, empathy, and passion for helping others. All volunteer leaders must be 18+ and will complete training, interviews, and background checks. 

Turn your experience into support. Be the voice that helps families feel heard, understood, and less alone.

Join our NAMI Family Support Group as a meeting leader. At NAMI Skagit, we believe that each volunteer is a gift, and we're looking for compassionate volunteers to share it. As a family support group facilitator, you'll help lead our monthly NAMI Family Support Group — a safe, confidential space where family and friends supporting a loved one with mental health conditions come together to share, connect, and find strength in one another.

What we’re looking for:
Someone who provides a safe, welcoming space for families and loved ones to share experiences, find hope, and connect with others who understand. Participants gain support, build coping skills, discover strength through shared experiences, and learn to let go of guilt while recognizing that mental health conditions are no one's fault. Together, families find understanding, encouragement, and a sense of community.

What you'll help create: A judgment-free space where families and friends gain insights from the challenges and successes of peers on a similar journey as you. You are not alone.

No professional experience required - just compassion, empathy, and passion for helping others. All volunteer leaders must be 18+ and will complete training, interviews, and background checks.