Opportunities From: Serve Washington

*Please wear black clothing, if possible. For the shirt, a collared shirt, polo, or long-sleeve shirt.

We are excited for the Green Building Slam on October 16th at Wild Buffalo House of Music! A long-time community favorite, this event brings together green building leaders and enthusiasts for a night of fast-paced presentations on the hottest topics in sustainable building. Whether you are deeply involved in the industry or just curious, you'll leave inspired with new ideas about green building!   

Want to experience the Green Building Slam for free? We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help make this exciting event a success.  Volunteers assist with event setup, check-in, guest support, and other event-day activities. In return, you'll receive a free ticket to the Green Building Slam, including dinner and access to the evening's presentations and networking opportunities. 

Join us behind the scenes, meet leaders in the green building community, and be part of one of the region's most anticipated sustainability events. 

Interested in volunteering? Email marias@sustainableconnections.org

Sustainable Connections' Food Recovery Program reduces food insecurity and addresses climate change by recovering and redistributing nutritious surplus food to neighbors in need. We need volunteers to help pick up food from restaurants and transport the food to hunger relief agencies. Sign up here!

We have a diverse list of food recovery opportunities between Monday and Friday from 8 am - 4 pm. Each shift only takes 30 minutes to an hour and works well for people with busy schedules. 

Plan to: 

Everyone is welcome! 
We offer on-site training for your first shift, along with clear, step-by-step instructions for each pickup and drop-off location—so you’ll feel confident every step of the way!

If you’re signing up for your first shift or have any questions, concerns, or accessibility needs, please don’t hesitate to reach out—we’re happy to help!

Sign up here!

Sign up here!

Help support a community fridge (freedge) that saves food from being thrown away and allows anyone in the community to access it!

There is a weekly cleaning shift completed on Thursday Morning. The Freedge is located behind the RE-store at 2316 Kulshan Street and is easy to bike or take public transportation to. 

During these shifts expect to: 

-take out the trash/recycling/compost & replace bags

-wipe down the shelves of the fridge with cleaning solution

-ensure that all items in the freedge are edible and compliant with health code standards

Since it is cleaned twice a week, it doesn't get very gross and each shift only requires light maintenance cleaning. Feel free to take a snack for yourself from the freedge while you're there! All necessaryary supplies are provided!

Sign up here!

Interested in becoming a Food Recovery Driver that drops off food from local restaurantsuraunts and grocery stores at the Freedge? Find more information here

Sustainable Connections’ Food Recovery Program fights food insecurity and climate change by rescuing nutritious surplus food and delivering it to neighbors in need. We’re looking for volunteers to help pick up food from local restaurants and transport it to hunger relief agencies.

What to expect:

-Flexible weekday shifts between 9:00 AM–4:00 PM

-Most shifts take just 30–60 minutes

-A simple, meaningful way to make an immediate impact

Volunteer responsibilities:

-Use your personal vehicle for pickups and drop-offs

-Lift and carry food trays (up to 25 lbs)

-Transport food safely using reusable containers we provide

Support & training:

We offer on-site training for your first shift, along with clear, step-by-step instructions for each pickup and drop-off location—so you’ll feel confident every step of the way.

Everyone is welcome! If you’re signing up for your first shift or have any questions, concerns, or accessibility needs, please don’t hesitate to reach out—we’re happy to help.

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.

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Volunteer with Invest in Youth

Invest in Youth has been providing volunteer tutoring support to Seattle Public School students for 30 years! We match each volunteer tutor with a single student for the entire school year to foster truly meaningful relationships for both the student and the tutor. Our program is provided free of charge to all families and schools we work with. We hope you'll join us!

HOW IT WORKS:

Each volunteer tutors is paired with a 3rd, 4th or 5th grade student for a full school year.

From October through May tutors and students meet once per week for an after-school tutoring session (exact location/times can be found here). We ask volunteers to make a commitment to the whole school year.

Tutoring sessions are held at the student's school, last one hour and are supervised by Invest in Youth and SPS staff.

Volunteers can expect to help students with their homework, read books together and work on math problems, all while serving the important role of a mentor.

Apply today by pressing the "respond" button and we will be in touch!

Looking for a way to give back to your community?

Invest in Youth is a Seattle-based nonprofit organization that provides free after-school tutoring to local elementary students in Seattle Public Schools.

If you're looking for a way to get involved or give back to your community, this could be your opportunity! Invest in Youth is looking for role-model tutors to work one-on-one with elementary students at local schools, including Beacon Hill International, Roxhill Elementary and Sanislo Elementary (both in West Seattle), in addition to Thurgood Marshall Elementary (in the Squire Park neighborhood of the Central District).

Tutoring begins in October, runs through May and takes place once every week at each school.

Each tutor is matched with the same student for the whole school year, and the pair works together playing math games, reading stories or working on homework, for one hour each week. Educational materials and activities, training and support, and heartfelt appreciation are provided at every session.

For more information or to apply to be a tutor, please visit our website: https://www.investinyouth.org/volunteer/

Can't commit to the full school year? Become a substitute tutor or share this with your friends who might be interested.

Looking for a way to give back to your community?

Invest in Youth is a Seattle-based nonprofit organization that provides free after-school tutoring to local elementary students.

If you're looking for a way to get involved or give back to your community, this could be your opportunity! Invest in Youth is looking for role-model tutors to work one-on-one with elementary students at local schools, including Roxhill and Sanislo Elementary schools (both in West Seattle), Beacon Hill International, and Thurgood Marshall Elementary (in the Squire Park neighborhood of the Central District).

Tutoring begins in October, runs through May and takes place one day a week at each school.

Each tutor is matched with the same student for the whole school year, and the pair works together playing math games, reading stories or working on homework. Educational materials and activities, training and support, and heartfelt appreciation are provided at every session.

For more information or to apply to be a tutor, please visit our website: https://www.investinyouth.org/volunteer/

Can't commit to the full school year? Become a substitute tutor or share this with your friends who might be interested.

Looking for a way to give back to your community?

Invest in Youth is a Seattle-based nonprofit organization that provides free after-school tutoring to local elementary students across the city.

If you're looking for a way to get involved or give back to your community, this could be your opportunity! Invest in Youth is looking for role-model tutors to work one-on-one with elementary students at local schools, including Roxhill and Sanislo Elementary schools (both in West Seattle), Beacon Hill International, and Thurgood Marshall Elementary (in the Squire Park neighborhood of the Central District).

Tutoring begins in October, runs through May and takes place once every week at each school.Each tutor is matched with the same student for the whole school year, and the pair works together on things like playing math games, reading stories or working on homework, for one hour each week. Educational materials and activities, training and support, and heartfelt appreciation are provided at every session.

For more information or to apply to be a tutor, please visit our website: https://www.investinyouth.org/volunteer/

Can't commit to a full school year?  Become a substitute tutor or share this with your friends who might be interested.

Looking for a way to give back to your community?

Invest in Youth is a Seattle-based nonprofit organization that provides free after-school tutoring to local elementary students across the city.

If you're looking for a way to get involved or give back to your community, this could be your opportunity! Invest in Youth is looking for role-model tutors to work one-on-one with elementary students at local schools, including Roxhill Elementary and Sanislo Elementary (both in West Seattle) and Thurgood Marshall Elementary (Squire Park Neighborhood) in addition to Beacon Hill International.

Tutoring begins in October, runs through May and takes place once every week at each school.

Each tutor is matched with the same student for the whole school year, and the pair works together playing math games, reading stories or working on homework, for one hour each week. Educational materials and activities, training and support, and heartfelt appreciation are provided at every session.

For more information or to apply to be a tutor, please visit our website: https://www.investinyouth.org/volunteer/

Can't commit to the full school year? Become a substitute tutor or share this with your friends who might be interested.

Habitat Whatcom has a dedicated Outdoor Center for our patio furniture, gardening supplies, lawn care devices, and sports equipment. With all of the donations we get in and how much merchandise in a day, it can be difficult to keep all areas clear of clutter and growth! Our Outdoor Center is in serious need of someone who can upkeep the organization and safety of the area.

Assignments include:

This is a great fit for someone who has an eye for visual design, focusing on improving the way we present our sales floor to make it more interesting and appealing. This need presents a lot of opportunity for creativity and collaboration. Some duties include:

Showing our visitors that we're happy to see them is just another part of customer retention at the Habitat Store. This opportunity is great for someone who is older and likes to share information with others. Here are some expectations:

Our Lighting Lead is responsible for making sure we have a safe, functioning way we test, display, and organize our lighting section. The more shoppable our Store is, the more fundraising we can generate for our cause! Main responsibilities include:

STEM Paths Innovation Network (SPIN) is a nonprofit offering K-12 instruction, mentoring and program development in science, technology, engineering, and math. Our mission is to close the opportunity gap for women and BIPOC communities in SPIN education and careers.  

Purpose:

The SPIN Fellows Career Coach Volunteer at STEM Paths Innovation Network will provide a culturally-responsive and uplifting coaching experience for 11th and 12th grade youth. This includes providing support and resources, both academic and personal.

Job Title:

SPIN Fellows Career Coach Volunteer

Location:

The SPIN Fellows Career Coach Volunteer will work out of SPIN’s main office at 3407 NE 2nd St, Renton, WA 98056 and at designated sites and events as identified by the SPIN Fellows Program Manager. 

Key Responsibilities may include:

(1) Help students by providing informational interviews

(2) Provide or assist in finding job shadowing and internship opportunities for SPIN Fellows

(3) Mentor SPIN Fellows using culturally-responsive and strengths-based approach

(4) Develop and present SPIN Fellows with workshops on career and college prep skills

Reports to:

SPIN Fellows Program Manager

Length of Appointment:

The SPIN Fellows Career Coach Volunteer commits to attending at least 3 events with SPIN Fellows, from a career panel to a workshop to general support, over the course of the academic year. 

Time Commitment:

The SPIN Fellows Career Coach Volunteer will provide up to 5 hours a month throughout the year.

Qualifications:

SPIN Fellows seeks coaches working in STEM fields**, especially women of color*, to volunteer their time as coaches for our students.

Support Provided:

An orientation to SPIN and SPIN Fellows will be scheduled for the SPIN Career Coach. In addition, attendance at quarterly volunteer meetings is required. The SPIN Fellows Manager is available on an ongoing basis to answer questions and provide other assistance as needed.

Additional Perks:

The opportunity to create a network of like minded individuals that have a passion for STEM and youth engagement. As well as the ability to contribute to a student’s personal, academic, and professional goals.

*SPIN does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. All are welcome to apply.

*Including cis women, trans folks, gender queer folks, gender non-conforming and/or non-binary folks who experience(d) womanhood as a part of their journey.

**SPIN defines STEM loosely, so if you are unsure whether or not your field qualifies, please contact us.

Purpose
Members of the Board of Directors are responsible for ensuring that STEM Paths
Innovation Network (SPIN) fulfills its mission by planning for its future, monitoring its
operations and evaluating its performance. The Board of Directors works in close
partnership with the Executive Directors who lead the day-to-day operations of SPIN.
The Board of Directors is entrusted with fiduciary duties to make choices that safeguard
the welfare of the organization’s financial interests.
For more information, please contact Katherine Barr: katb@stempaths.org
To apply, please fill out this form:
https://stempaths.socialsolutionsportal.com/apricot-intake/99f5a0a6-c0e3-4535-ac2e-82cb9ee549f2
Currently recruiting for the following needs:
Area of expertise
● Administration/Management
● Experience with non-profit boards
● Fundraising
● Human resources
● Understand community needs
Access to resources
● Connections to potential individual donors
● Connections to corporate/foundation dollars
Community connections
● Strong ties to local communities
● Businesses/Corporations
● Political/government
● Philanthropy
Key responsibilities
Advance the mission: To close the opportunity gap in STEM education and careers for
women and BIPOC communities.
● Actively promote the mission of SPIN, contributing ideas, and expertise

● Be informed about the organization’s mission, services, policies, and programs
● Determine and monitor the organization’s programs and services
● Participate in the development of SPIN’s strategic plan to accomplish its mission,
oversee its implementation, and evaluate its success
Ensure necessary resources
● A personal financial contribution at whatever level feels right to you
● Recruit others for SPIN’s fundraising events
● Actively participate in fundraising
● Promote SPIN and its work to uplift its public image
● Commit 3-5 hours each month to board service
Provide effective oversight
● Hire and evaluate the Executive Directors
● Monitor the effectiveness of SPIN’s programs and services
● Ensure the financial health of SPIN, including approving its annual budget, audit
reports, and material business decisions
● Select an auditor and receive the auditor’s report
● Ensure that the organization is aware of risks and has strong risk management
practices and protocols
Ensure effective Board of Director operations
● Attend Board meetings fully prepared to participate
● Assess the boards performance
● Follow board policies, including conflict of interest and confidentiality policies
● Serve on committees or task forces
● Assist in identifying and recruiting board members
Election, term length and participation.
Board members are elected by the Board of Directors. SPIN’s Board members will serve
a 2 year term and are eligible for reappointment for 2 additional years.
Board meetings are held monthly. Additional time may be required for committee
work, board development, and other board commitments.
Service on SPIN’s Board of Directors is without remuneration, except for administrative
support, travel and accommodation costs in relation to Board Member duties.

Once you sign up for a shift, consider it confirmed. Please arrive about 15 minutes early for your first shift to fill out a volunteer application and waiver along with getting a brief orientation.

General building maintenance including painting and cleaning. Shifts are on Mondays and times can flex between 10:00am and 3:00pm

Thank you for thinking of us in donating your precious time. Please try to arrive about 15 minutes early for your first shift to fill out a volunteer application and waiver along with getting a brief orientation.  

*To enter, use the double green doors at the food bank if no one hears you knock loudly at the front door.     If you anticipate having difficulty meeting this obligation in any way, please let me know as soon as possible either by email, phone or text at 509-879-6309, please include your name and the shift you signed up for so I can find a replacement for the schedule.

Thank you, Nina, Volunteer Manager

These positions are reserved for individuals that are caseworkers of clients with special needs that need a job coach or caseworker to accompany them in their volunteer tasks. The work will be customized to suit the individual abilities. Hours will flex based on individual availability. These shifts are pre-arranged

Once you sign up for a shift, consider it confirmed. Please arrive about 15 minutes early for your first shift to fill out a volunteer application and waiver along with getting a brief orientation.

Kick off the fall season at DHP! We need to clear blackberry and make room for planting season! Join Friends of the Hill and parks staff for a day of restoration! The unique ecosystems at the Duwamish Hill Preserve highlight oak savannahs, camas prairie, wet sedge meadow, and the tule wetland. The hill itself is a geological wonder and is older than Mt. Rainier!

All ages and abilities are welcome, and no experience is necessary! Tools and training provided.

Happy Duwamish Alive! 

Celebrate the return of salmon and the beauty of our watershed with a day of action at Duwamish Hill Preserve. Spend the day planting with Friends of the Hill, volunteer Forest Stewards, and community members as we work to keep this special place healthy and thriving. Together with hundreds of volunteers at sites across the watershed, we’ll restore habitat and care for the only river in Seattle and Tukwila.

Join Forest Stewards and your community for a hands-on day of restoration at Tukwila’s natural areas! We’ll be planting native understory plants to help restore habitat and support urban wildlife.

No experience is necessary—tools, gloves, and training will be provided on site. Bring your curiosity, energy, and love for the outdoors, and help us grow a healthier, greener Tukwila together! All ages OK

Join our Cottonwood Corner crew for a fun work party removing noxious weeds and learning about healthy ecosystems.

All tools and training provided.

Our work party crews have worked all year, clearing and mulching to make room for new plants and trees. Come by and help keep our parks healthy and learn how to plant a forest!

All ages and identities are welcome, and tools and training are provided.

Crews have worked all year, clearing and mulching to make room for new plants and trees. Come by to help keep our forests healthy and learn everything you need to know about planting a forest!

All ages and identities are welcome, and tools and training are provided.

Join local Forest Stewards for Planting Season. Crews have worked all year, clearing and mulching to make room for new plants and trees.

Come help keep our local urban parks healthy and learn everything you need to know about planting a forest!

All tools and training provided.

Warm up with Green Tukwila as we care for our local parks and natural areas! Join us for a day of planting native species and restoring habitat to support healthy forests, cleaner waterways, and local wildlife.

After lending a helping hand, treat yourself to a warm cup of hot cocoa and connect with fellow community members. Whether you're a longtime volunteer or joining us for the first time, everyone is welcome.

Seattle GiveCamp is an annual weekend hackathon where volunteer software developers, designers, project managers, and support staff build websites, databases, and mobile apps for Puget Sound nonprofits — completely free of charge.

Join us for Seattle GiveCamp 2026:

Where: Microsoft Building 122, 15320 NE 40th Street, Redmond, WA 98052.

We welcome technical, design, and non-technical volunteers of all skill levels — no experience needed for support roles.

Ready to help? Sign up here: https://givebutter.com/WlAKAi

Get into the Halloween spirit while giving back to nature! Join Green Tukwila for our Trick-or-Tree Planting event! We'll be planting native trees and ferns to help restore and strengthen Tukwila's urban forests. Come dressed in your costume for a chance to win a prize!

Spend the morning making a real difference for local wildlife, cleaner air, and healthier waterways.

Girlvolution is where bold ideas, genuine connection, and hope for the future come together. Powerful Voices' signature, youth-led social justice retreat centering BIPOC and gender-expansive youth, brings together healing, immersion, creativity, and community through interactive workshops, intergenerational panels, cultural performances, and opportunities to connect with inspiring people from diverse backgrounds and experiences. This year’s theme, Unfiltered, is an invitation to let go of expectations, embrace your authentic self, and celebrate what makes you, you. Leave with new friendships, new perspectives, and renewed hope for the future you will help shape. 

Join Powerful Voices for Girlvolution, Saturday, September 5th, 11am - 5pm at the Seattle Public Library - Central Branch (1000 4th Ave, Seattle, WA 98104). RSVP at bit.ly/gv-unfiltered!

Help us keep our free Tool Library running smoothly - no experience needed!

We are looking for volunteers who are available during our library's closed hours to help with inventory tasks that keep our organization on track. Such tasks include:

Reach out if you'd like to be trained on playing with tools!

Help us keep our rain garden healthy and beautiful! 

We are looking for volunteers who enjoy getting their hands dirty to help us take care of our rain garden. Garden tasks include:

Learn about native plants while playing in the dirt!

Join our Volunteer team to help Meals on Wheels in King County fight hunger! 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.

Volunteer Packers: Volunteers are needed to help pack meals on Monday mornings, 8:30 am - 9:30 am. As a packer, you will bag the meals delivered to homebound seniors. Thanks to our packers, drivers leave with the right bags to deliver, and clients receive the meals they ordered. Training for this position is provided. We are looking for volunteers who are interested in volunteering longer term.

Qualifications: Good communication and people skills, reliable, good cheer, and a commitment to the well-being of homebound elders. This is an on-going volunteer commitment.

Requirements: Complete an application, consent to a background check, be able to lift 15lbs, be at least 18 years of age, and have a Washington state driver’s license and insurance.

Organization: Road2Home

Position Type: Volunteer, Board President Board

Start: Immediately President

Role Begins: January 2027

Organization Overview

The mission of Road2Home is to address housing instability by building community, fostering hope, and creating circumstances for individuals to thrive. Our mission is to support our neighbors experiencing homelessness while they are on their "road to home”. Our vision is a community where everyone has access to safe shelter and the social support they need to obtain stable housing. Road2Home is actively recruiting for a Board President who believes in our mission and wants to volunteer with an organization doing first-hand work with our unsheltered community members in Bellingham and Whatcom County.

Position Summary

The Board President is responsible for facilitating the effective action of the board in governing and supporting the organization to fulfill Road2Homes’ mission, strategic planning and fundraising. The President operates collaboratively with the Executive Director, supporting the Executive Director and the organization in their capacity to run Road2Homes’ operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Set the agenda for and lead board meetings

• Facilitate the effective action of the board in governing and supporting the organization

• Appoint the chairs of all standing and ad hoc committees

Qualifications

• Compassionate and motivated individual who wants to actively serve the organization and help further its mission

• Effective communicator able to work collaboratively with the board of directors

• Prior board leadership experience preferred

Timeline

This person would join the Road2Home Board of Directors immediately and assume the President role in January 2027.

Celebrate Make A Difference Day and Arbor Day with the City of Bellingham and Nooksack Salmon Enhancement Association (NSEA) as we care for Cornwall Memorial Park! Together, we will plant native trees and shrubs and remove invasive weeds near Squalicum Creek to improve water quality, recover downstream salmon habitat, and restore our urban forest and understory habitat for wildlife. This work party will build upon urban forest restoration efforts that are part of the new Cornwall Memorial Park Forest Restoration Project

This event is partnering with Birchwood Food Desert Fighters (BFDF) to collect unopened donations for their efforts in promoting equitable food access to the community. BFDF supports our community through weekly events, food share boxes, food delivery, farming, advocacy, and more. Volunteers are encouraged to bring shelf-stable donations to this work party to support BFDF's work.

*Please note that this work party is from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.*

All ages, abilities, and experience levels welcome. Unaccompanied youth under age 18 must provide a City & NSEA Youth Liability Release Form (downloadable PDF)  signed by their legal guardian. Participants under age 16 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. This event will conclude with some brief closing remarks and free pizza.

You need: Weather-appropriate clothing, long pants, closed-toe shoes, and a full water bottle.

We provide: Tools, gloves, instruction, and light refreshments, including free Tony’s coffee and free pizza from Pizza Time and Zeeks Pizza, all generously donated for this event. Bellingham residents can also take a free tree sapling home with them.

Additional information will be emailed to registered participants. Register early, space is limited! If you sign up, please show up!

Important Registration Steps:

After you have completed the required waiver (adult or youth), please be sure to then click "Sign Up" to complete your registration for the event! Completing the waiver does not automatically sign you up.

If you are bringing any additional volunteers or family members, please sign up as a team or have them join the site, sign the waiver, and then sign up individually. Here are some guides:

Responding as a Team | Get Connected Help Center

Signing Waivers | Get Connected Help Center

Here are some quick reminders about our youth liability release form:

Directions:

This event takes place in Cornwall Memorial Park via the entrances to the park on Meridian Street near the Disc Golf Course, at 3424 Meridian Street. Please sign in at the tents. Additional parking is also located at another parking lot in Cornwall Memorial Park located at the intersection of E Maplewood Ave & Meridian St.

Map with directions will be added here soon!

Where to meet: Please meet at the field near the main parking lot at Cornwall Memorial Park located near the intersection of Meridian St. and Squalicum Way. Parking, free bike parking, and the sign-in tent will be located here. Event staff will then lead groups of volunteers to the work site.

Travel by bike or foot: The work party site is accessible by bike or foot. Find your bike route by visiting cob.org/bike and your walking route by viewing a trail map of Cornwall Memorial Park [PDF]. A free bike valet located near the sign-in tents will be provided by Let’s Bike Bellingham!

Travel by bus: Several Whatcom Transportation Authority bus routes serve the area, with two nearby stops (Meridian St at Birchwood Ave and Meridian St at Victor St) available for you to use. Find your route using the online trip planner at ridewta.com. 

Travel by car: Carpooling is encouraged! Limited parking is available in Cornwall Memorial Park via the entrance at Meridian St & Squalicum Pkwy or the entrance at Meridian St & E Maplewood Ave. Additional parking is available about a 10-minute walk away at the south entrance to the park located near the intersection of Cornwall Ave & W Indiana St. 

Questions? Contact pkvolunteers@cob.org or 360-778-7105.

he American Red Cross is seeking compassionate, dependable volunteers to join our Disaster Action Team (DAT) and help families in Washington when they experience a disaster.

Disasters can happen at any time. DAT volunteers respond to local emergencies such as home fires and other disasters, providing immediate support, resources, information, and a caring presence to people during some of their most difficult moments.

What You’ll Do

·       Respond to local disaster incidents as part of a Red Cross team

·       Provide compassionate support to individuals and families affected by disasters

·       Help connect clients with emergency assistance and community resources

·       Complete basic disaster response documentation

·       Work alongside trained Red Cross volunteers and staff

Time Commitment

Volunteers must commit to a minimum of two, 12-hour on call shifts per month. You are welcome to take additional shifts if your schedule allows.

On call shifts mean you are available and ready to respond if a disaster occurs during your scheduled shift. You do not report to a location unless you are contacted for a response.

What We’re Looking For

You don't need prior disaster response experience. We provide the training you need to serve effectively.

We’re looking for people who are compassionate and comfortable supporting people during stressful situations, reliable and willing to respond when available, comfortable working as part of a team, able to communicate clearly and respectfully with people from diverse backgrounds, and willing to complete required Red Cross training.

We are especially seeking volunteers who are bilingual in English and Spanish to help support and connect with our diverse community.

Learn more and apply at redcross.org/volunteer

The City of Sammamish Restoration and Volunteer team manages several restoration sites at various Sammamish Parks with the help of stewards and community volunteers. Volunteers can help restore native vegetation by removing noxious weeds, laying down mulch and planting native plants. 

Dates and Locations vary, but events are typically hosted 2-4 times/ month at the following restoration sites:

Upcoming Opportunities

 Evan's Creek Preserve

Wednesday Sept. 16

Evans Creek Preserve

Wednesday Sept. 23

4 pm - 6:30 pm

Evan's Creek Preserve

Saturday Sept. 26

11 am - 2 pm

If you're interested in helping out at an event click the above links to register for a specific event , or visit: https://sammamish.galaxydigital.com/need/ to create an account, see more opportunities and sign up for alerts.

Come be the smiling face members see first thing! Greet guests, enter new members, schedule members in classes, answer phones, file and more! Must be comfortable with computers and learning new computer programs, working in a fast-paced environment, multi-tasking, and being social.

We have partnered with local plant nurseries to promote the benefits of planting native trees, shrubs, and plants that benefit birds. We're looking for a volunteer to create physical note cards with a native plant, a description of the plant (water needs, light requirements, etc.) and what bird species the plant may attract. 

Are you handy and love fixing things? Help us power up!

We are looking for volunteers to help us keep our tools in good working order. We have both weekly and monthly volunteer opportunities to help us keep up with routine maintenance and cleaning, repairing malfunctioning tools, and make even more tools available to our community!

Learn about tools and connect with our community! No experience needed.

We are looking for volunteers to help with tool checkouts during our open hours and expand to more operating hours. we will train you on how to help with checkouts, prepare for reservations, and advise patrons on their projects.

Help us with any of our fun and impactful events such as recycling events, repair cafes, clothing swaps, and workshop events!

We are looking for volunteers to help event set up and tear down, checking in participants, traffic direction, and more. Our events are normally on Saturdays and a great way to get to know the community.

The community showed up — now we need volunteers to help us finish the job! 

Who We Are

Partners INW is a local nonprofit providing essential resources to individuals and families throughout our community, including food, clothing, diapers, hygiene products, and other basic necessities.

Why This Project Is Happening

When the Spokane Complex Fires impacted our community, the response was incredible. Individuals, businesses, churches, schools, and organizations stepped up with an overwhelming amount of donated resources to help our neighbors affected by the fires.

We became a major collection and distribution point for those donations, and while the immediate crisis has slowed, the work behind the scenes is not finished!

Tuesday, September 30

10:00 AM–2:00 PM

17002 E. Sprague Ave., Spokane Valley, WA 99037

Volunteers will work together to sort, organize, and prepare donated items so these resources can continue moving where they are needed most.Volunteers will help sort, organize, and prepare the remaining fire relief donations so these resources can continue moving where they are needed most.

This is a special off-site Partners INW volunteer project and is perfect for individuals, businesses, organizations, schools, and community groups who want to serve together.

Come ready to work, have some fun, and help us finish what this amazing community started!

Do you love a little retail therapy and helping people at the same time? This might be the perfect VOLUNTEER opportunity for you! Our free Clothing Bank store is looking for a friendly volunteer to help create a welcoming and positive shopping experience for our guests. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys interacting with people, staying organized, and being part of a mission that provides dignity and essentials to our community.

What you’ll do:

• Welcome and greet guests as they enter the Clothing Bank

• Help explain the simple shopping process and guidelines

• Assist guests at checkout and learn you will learn how to use our easy computer check-out system

• Ensure shoppers stay within the permitted item allotment

• Keep the store looking great by straightening bins and pulling empty hangers

• Restock shelves and help replenish diapers and newborn layettes in our Diaper Bank

• Help bring freshly sorted clothing from the back to restock the store floor

Think of it as running a little boutique that serves our neighbors in need. If you enjoy organizing, light retail-style tasks, and making people feel welcome, you’ll love this role.

Best of all, you’ll be part of a team that helps provide clothing, diapers, and essentials to families throughout our community. If you’d like to join the fun and make a real impact, we’d love to have you!

Looking for a meaningful way to give back to your community? Join our team as a Food Bank Floater and play a key role in keeping our food bank running smoothly by stepping in wherever help is needed most. In this flexible volunteer position, you'll work alongside a dedicated team of fellow volunteers and perform a variety of tasks based on the day’s needs, with guidance from our staff. Tasks may include building food carts, stocking shelves, bagging produce and collecting empty carts from the parking lot so they can be rebuilt with food!

What We’re Looking For: Adaptable and dependable, with a can-do attitude.  Friendly and comfortable working with people from all walks of life.  Willing to work indoors and outdoors as needed. 

Able to lift up to 30 pounds for stocking shelves and stay active on your feet. 

Are you looking for a fun, impactful way to give back to your community? Join our friendly front-of-house volunteer team at Clothes For Kids as a Cashier.

Clothes For Kids provides free school wardrobes to Snohomish County students who qualify. Kids and their families can "shop" our retail-like environment for high-quality, well-fitting clothes. As a cashier, you will keep our front-of-house running smoothly by checking-out families on the computer after they have selected their wardrobes. 

Location: 16725 52nd Avenue West, Suite B Lynnwood, WA 98037

Time Commitment: One shift per week. All shifts currently have availability, but our Wednesday and Thursday shifts are most in need of Cashiers. 

Monday/ Wednesday or Friday mornings: 8:30am to 12:30pm
Thursday or Thursday evenings: 4pm to 7:30pm
every other Saturday morning: 8:30am to 12:30pm

What You'll Do:

Warmly welcome customers and answer basic questions.

Check out families using our point-of-sale system.

Maintain a clean, inviting front counter area.

Qualifications:

Friendly, reliable, and comfortable interacting with the public.

Basic computer skills (we will train you on our POS system!).

How to Apply:

Ready to join us? Fill out our quick Volunteer Interest Form at or email us at outreach@clothesforkids.org. We’d love to have you on the team!

We are looking for helping hands to set up our market infrastructure before our vendors set-up.

Tuesdays from September 1st - Oct 13th. 

This includes setting out tables & chairs, signs, booth tents, info booth, and other miscellaneous market needs.

This is usually an hour long commitment and we are trading 1 hour of help for $5 in market tokens which can be spent on items from any of our market vendors. 

Please reach out if you are interested in helping: Fairwood.market@gmail.com

This volunteer will assist the Vanessa Behan House Manager in the upkeep of our childcare areas and items used by and for the children.  The volunteer will also help keep items sorted, dated, and stocked. Essentially, this volunteer position will be support for the Vanessa Behan House Manager.

The purpose of this position is to provide Disaster Mental Health services to people impacted by disasters and Red Cross workers during preparedness, response, and recovery.

Requirements: Hold at minimum a Master’s Degree in one of the mental health professions listed below;

Any U.S. state or territory as a social worker, psychologist, professional counselor, marriage and family therapist, or psychiatrist (any level license/registration, including non-clinical licenses such as Licensed Masters Social Worker or LMSW).

Please click "respond" if you have interest in this opportunity!

Do you have donor stewardship or sales experience? (Virtual volunteer opportunity)

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

Home fires and other disasters can occur any time, any place. As a Disaster Action Team volunteer, you’ll provide emotional support, financial assistance, and information to help families begin the process of recovery.

We are looking for volunteers to join our team to be on-call purely for translation assistance to ensure we have the workforce able to serve our population. 

After your initial training and orientation, you will join a team of dedicated and passionate volunteers to be on-call when your language skills are needed. With experience and further training you can take on leadership and response coordination roles to have a wider impact. At the same time, you’ll be developing skills that you may choose to apply to larger-scale disaster response efforts with the Red Cross.

Every day, the American Red Cross sees the heartbreak of people trying to cope with more intense storms, heavier rainfall, higher temperatures, stronger hurricanes and more devastating wildfires.

As more people rely on the Red Cross for help, the need for compassionate volunteers has never been greater.

Volunteers help comfort and support people who are forced from their homes due to fires, storms and other emergencies, so they don’t have to face tough times alone. Join us and turn your compassion into action by becoming a volunteer today. We are actively recruiting for these critical volunteer roles:

Shelter Support Team: During large disasters, you can support the day-to-day activities within a shelter which may include working in reception, registration, feeding, dormitory, information or other areas within a shelter. Free online training will be provided. If the need arises, volunteers are asked to commit to multiple local shifts of 4-12 hours each. For those able to travel outside of their local area, a commitment of at least 14 consecutive days, working 8- or 12-hour shifts is required.

Disaster Health Services Team: During large disasters, you can use your professional skills as a licensed healthcare provider to deliver hands on care and education to shelter residents. Free online training will be provided and can count towards nursing continuing education units. If the need arises, volunteers are asked to commit to multiple local shifts of 4-12 hours each. For those able to travel outside of their local area, a commitment of at least 10-14 consecutive days, working 8- or 12-hour shifts is required. Qualified licenses include RN, LPN, LVN, EMT, Paramedic, MD, DO, PA, NP, APRN. Only RNs have full scope of practice.

Disaster Action Team: While big hurricanes and wildfires get the most news coverage, smaller disasters are no less devastating to the families affected. Most of the 60,000 emergencies that the Red Cross responds to each year are smaller disasters like home fires. As a Disaster Action Team volunteer, you can help comfort and support people in your community by meeting any immediate needs such as food, shelter, clothing or supplies and connecting them to long term recovery services. We supply all the training you need.

When a large-scale disaster impacts a community, multiple agencies and resources are needed to walk alongside them to provide response and recovery support. As a Community Engagement & Partnerships (CEP) Service Associate you’ll connect with local partners to build capacity, coordinate activities, integrate expertise, and ensure that all disaster-affected communities, including traditionally underserved populations, have access to Red Cross services.

Your volunteer role involves implementing the CEP plan, engaging with organizations, and supporting multi-agency collaborative efforts to promote regional engagement and inclusive partnerships.

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.

If you have the passion to build relationships with community partners, this is the perfect role for you! To join our team, visit: www.redcross.org/volunteer or contact your local chapter at JoinUsNW@redcross.org.

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:

Monitor incoming disaster alerts and assess response needs

Dispatch Red Cross volunteers to provide immediate assistance

Communicate clearly and calmly with team members and affected individuals

Use Red Cross systems to track and manage response activities

What You’ll Need:

Comfort talking on the phone with new people

Ability to learn and use computer applications

Strong organizational and multitasking skills

Reliable access to a computer, internet, and phone

Willingness to complete Red Cross training

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: 

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

When disasters strike, it takes coordinated efforts of government agencies working alongside nonprofit organizations to quickly respond and help chart the path forward. Volunteers serving as Government Operations Service Associates serve as direct contact with government partners, often in an Emergency Operations Center or other coordination center, during a Disaster Relief Operation to ensure that Red Cross actions are aligned with the government.

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

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:

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

Red Cross Disaster Action Teams: Turning Tragedy into Hope after a Disaster

Disaster Action Teams provide 24-hour emergency response to local disasters, particularly house fires, ensuring that those affected have access to resources for basic necessities such as food, shelter and clothing.

Our DAT team is responsible for:

Further requirements:

* Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively in person, on the phone, and by email
* Excellent problem solving
* Ability to be consistently respond immediately to notification calls and dispatch DAT when on call

Requirements:

The purpose of this position is to provide Disaster Mental Health services to people impacted by disasters and Red Cross workers during preparedness, response, and recovery.

Requirements: Hold at minimum a Master’s Degree in one of the mental health professions listed below;

Any U.S. state or territory as a social worker, psychologist, professional counselor, marriage and family therapist, or psychiatrist (any level license/registration, including non-clinical licenses such as Licensed Masters Social Worker or LMSW).

Please click "respond" if you have interest in this opportunity!

Grant Writer

Assist with research and documentation relating to grants and foundations.

APPLY NOW Locations

Seattle area, Tacoma area

Key Responsibilities

Qualifications

Training

Every day, the American Red Cross sees the heartbreak of people trying to cope with more intense storms, heavier rainfall, higher temperatures, stronger hurricanes and more devastating wildfires.

As more people rely on the Red Cross for help, the need for compassionate volunteers has never been greater.

Volunteers help comfort and support people who are forced from their homes due to fires, storms and other emergencies, so they don’t have to face tough times alone. Join us and turn your compassion into action by becoming a volunteer today. We are actively recruiting for these critical volunteer roles:

Shelter Support Team: During large disasters, you can support the day-to-day activities within a shelter which may include working in reception, registration, feeding, dormitory, information or other areas within a shelter. Free online training will be provided. If the need arises, volunteers are asked to commit to multiple local shifts of 4-12 hours each. For those able to travel outside of their local area, a commitment of at least 14 consecutive days, working 8- or 12-hour shifts is required.

Disaster Health Services Team: During large disasters, you can use your professional skills as a licensed healthcare provider to deliver hands on care and education to shelter residents. Free online training will be provided and can count towards nursing continuing education units. If the need arises, volunteers are asked to commit to multiple local shifts of 4-12 hours each. For those able to travel outside of their local area, a commitment of at least 10-14 consecutive days, working 8- or 12-hour shifts is required. Qualified licenses include RN, LPN, LVN, EMT, Paramedic, MD, DO, PA, NP, APRN. Only RNs have full scope of practice.

Disaster Action Team: While big hurricanes and wildfires get the most news coverage, smaller disasters are no less devastating to the families affected. Most of the 60,000 emergencies that the Red Cross responds to each year are smaller disasters like home fires. As a Disaster Action Team volunteer, you can help comfort and support people in your community by meeting any immediate needs such as food, shelter, clothing or supplies and connecting them to long term recovery services. We supply all the training you need.

When a large-scale disaster impacts a community, multiple agencies and resources are needed to walk alongside them to provide response and recovery support. As a Community Engagement & Partnerships (CEP) Service Associate you’ll connect with local partners to build capacity, coordinate activities, integrate expertise, and ensure that all disaster-affected communities, including traditionally underserved populations, have access to Red Cross services.

Your volunteer role involves implementing the CEP plan, engaging with organizations, and supporting multi-agency collaborative efforts to promote regional engagement and inclusive partnerships

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.

If you have the passion to build relationships with community partners, this is the perfect role for you! To join our team, visit: www.redcross.org/volunteer or contact your local chapter at JoinUsNW@redcross.org.

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:

Monitor incoming disaster alerts and assess response needs

Dispatch Red Cross volunteers to provide immediate assistance

Communicate clearly and calmly with team members and affected individuals

Use Red Cross systems to track and manage response activities

What You’ll Need:

Comfort talking on the phone with new people

Ability to learn and use computer applications

Strong organizational and multitasking skills

Reliable access to a computer, internet, and phone

Willingness to complete Red Cross training

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: 

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

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 disasters strike, it takes coordinated efforts of government agencies working alongside nonprofit organizations to quickly respond and help chart the path forward. Volunteers serving as Government Operations Service Associates serve as direct contact with government partners, often in an Emergency Operations Center or other coordination center, during a Disaster Relief Operation to ensure that Red Cross actions are aligned with the government.

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

Every day, men and women answer our nation’s call to serve in the armed forces. The American Red Cross stands by these heroes from the day they enlist throughout their military careers and beyond. Our Hero Care Network Caseworkers provide emergency communications and critical care to our military members, veterans and their families.

If you are someone with strong listening skills and the ability to work with culturally diverse populations, you can gift your time and join the Hero Care Network.

To learn more about how you can make these very important connections visit www.redcross.org/volunteer or contact your local chapter at joinusnw@redcross.org.

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

Bring hope to families when it matters most! As a Restoring Family Links Caseworker, you’ll play a vital role in reuniting loved ones separated by conflict, migration, or disaster. Every case you handle helps restore dignity and peace of mind.

Your Impact:

~Work one-on-one with clients to collect details and deliver Red Cross messages ~Provide compassionate support and assist with necessary documentation

~Keep accurate records and follow up promptly

~Share helpful resources and referrals for next steps

~Promote awareness through community outreach

What We’re Looking For:

~A heart for helping families rediscover hope

~Strong communication skills and empathy

~Ability to work independently while fostering inclusivity

~Detail-oriented and committed to meeting deadlines

~Problem-solving skills and cultural sensitivity

Why It Matters: Your dedication can change lives—help us restore connections and hope across borders. Ready to make a difference? Apply today at www.redcross.org/volunteer or email JoinUsNW@redcross.org.

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. 

The purpose of this position is to provide Disaster Mental Health services to people impacted by disasters and Red Cross workers during preparedness, response, and recovery.

Requirements: Hold at minimum a Master’s Degree in one of the mental health professions listed below;

Any U.S. state or territory as a social worker, psychologist, professional counselor, marriage and family therapist, or psychiatrist (any level license/registration, including non-clinical licenses such as Licensed Masters Social Worker or LMSW).

Please click "respond" if you have interest in this opportunity!

You can help comfort and support people who are forced from their homes due to fires, storms and other emergencies, so they don’t have to face tough times alone. Join us and turn your compassion into action by becoming a volunteer today. We are actively recruiting for these critical volunteer roles:

Disaster Action Teams provide 24-hour emergency response to local disasters, particularly house fires, ensuring that those affected have access to resources for basic necessities such as food, shelter and clothing.

Our DAT team is responsible for:

Further requirements:

When a large-scale disaster impacts a community, multiple agencies and resources are needed to walk alongside them to provide response and recovery support. As a Community Engagement & Partnerships (CEP) Service Associate you’ll connect with local partners to build capacity, coordinate activities, integrate expertise, and ensure that all disaster-affected communities, including traditionally underserved populations, have access to Red Cross services.

Your volunteer role involves implementing the CEP plan, engaging with organizations, and supporting multi-agency collaborative efforts to promote regional engagement and inclusive partnerships.

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.

If you have the passion to build relationships with community partners, this is the perfect role for you! To join our team, visit: www.redcross.org/volunteer or contact your local chapter at JoinUsNW@redcross.org.

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 disasters strike, it takes coordinated efforts of government agencies working alongside nonprofit organizations to quickly respond and help chart the path forward. Volunteers serving as Government Operations Service Associates serve as direct contact with government partners, often in an Emergency Operations Center or other coordination center, during a Disaster Relief Operation to ensure that Red Cross actions are aligned with the government.

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

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:

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

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.

Come join our restoration party at Riverton Park! This is our last chance to clear out invasives before we jump into planting season! We'll be pulling invasive blackberry, ivy and other invasive species to help keep our urban parks healthy!

For more information and to register, click here: https://tukwila.greencitypartnerships.org/event/619/

Exciting news! Opportunity Council’s Volunteer Chore Program is expanding to include Whidbey Island. We’re connecting amazing volunteers with low-income older adults & people with disabilities who need a helping hand with things like yard care, grocery runs, dog walking, etc. so they can stay independent in their homes.

Sign up here! 

The Volunteer Chore Program is looking for volunteers in East Whatcom. We match volunteers with seniors, veterans, and adults with disabilities to assist with the everyday chores they are physically unable to do. Volunteers can choose to help with:

- Grocery shopping
- Transportation to medical or other appointments
- Yard Work
- Dog walking
- Small home repairs

This opportunity is open to volunteers of all ages, as long as an adult is present.
Sign up today or contact chore@whatcomvolunteer.org for more information!

Do you love to help people in your community?

KMRE 88.3 FM is looking for volunteer news anchors to join our community radio news team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys local news, has a clear speaking voice, and wants to contribute to community media in Whatcom County.

KMRE news anchors read and record the station's daily newscast for broadcast. Anchors should be comfortable delivering news in an active, conversational style — engaging and energetic without sounding over-the-top or overly dramatic. News scripts are prepared and sent to anchors through the KMRE internal Slack channel. They then review the script, record the newscast, edit the recording as needed to ensure it is clean and ready for broadcast. They then insert the finished newscast into the station's playback system.

The time committment is one shift per week--Approximately 2–3 hours per week, depending on experience and familiarity with the process.

A consistent commitment to your assigned time slot is essential.Because KMRE's newscasts are scheduled for broadcast, reliability is one of the most important parts of this volunteer position. We are looking for people who can make a regular commitment to their assigned shift and communicate promptly if an occasional conflict arises.

You don't need professional broadcast experience. We are looking for volunteers who: Have a clear, understandable speaking voice. Can read news copy naturally and confidently. Can convey energy and interest without being overly dramatic.Are comfortable learning basic audio recording and editing. Can follow a script while making small adjustments for natural delivery. Are dependable and able to commit to a regular weekly shift. Have an interest in local news and community radio.Broadcast or audio experience is helpful, but not required.

Training will be provided on KMRE's recording, editing and playback process. If you have a good voice, enjoy telling stories and can make a dependable weekly commitment, we'd love to hear from you.

Habitat for Humanity in Whatcom County is looking for a Student in an accounting or finance program to join us to work with our Payroll Specialist and other Admin staff in:

- Handling confidential information
- Processing paperwork both manually and digitally
- Data entry in accounts payable

We hope the right person has these attributes:

- Flexibility to work with different departments on admin/office tasks
- Willingness to learn and develop skills

Some experience is a bonus, but we are willing to teach to the right person!

5-10 hours a week, Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays.

Planned Parenthood of Greater Washington and North Idaho is seeking Spanish speaking volunteers to join our Raiz volunteer team. The Planned Parenthood Raíz program is committed to breaking down barriers in accessing health care in the Latinx community. The Raíz program is about more than just health. It’s about justice, knowledge, and the power to control our own bodies and lives. Volunteer opportunities may include event support, health center greeting, donor thank you card writing, and walking in Pride parades.

https://www.plannedparenthood.org/get-involved/raiz

3 simple steps to becoming a volunteer!

Our team is looking for dedicated volunteers who are: 

Location and time commitment: Volunteer opportunities vary and may be offered on weekdays and nights or weekends. There is no volunteer hour minimum requirement.

Planned Parenthood of Greater Washington and North Idaho is seeking Spanish speaking volunteers to join our Raiz volunteer team. The Planned Parenthood Raíz program is committed to breaking down barriers in accessing health care in the Latinx community. The Raíz program is about more than just health. It’s about justice, knowledge, and the power to control our own bodies and lives. Volunteer opportunities may include event support, health center greeting, donor thank you card writing, and walking in Pride parades.

https://www.plannedparenthood.org/get-involved/raiz

3 simple steps to becoming a volunteer   

Our team is looking for dedicated volunteers who are:  Represent PPGWNI at community events Set up and/or tear down materials at community events Interact with the community in Washington by informing them of our services offered  

Location and time commitment: Volunteer opportunities vary and may be offered on weekdays and nights or weekends. There is no volunteer hour minimum requirement.

This Fall, students in grades 1, 2, and 5 will be learning life sciences and practicing practical skills in their school gardens across Whatcom County! Come support their learning and share your contagious enthusiasm for the outdoors.

Days: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays

Times: Between 8:00 - 3:30

Locations: Vary

Requirements: Background check passed

Please fill out our Volunteer Application  to get started!