Opportunities From: Serve Washington

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

Do you love to help people in your community?

Come join us for a roaring good time volunteering at our Gala Auction, at Club206 1920s themed night! We have several spots open.

Please consider joining us to make this amazing event run smoothly and positively impact the youth in your community. 1920s-themed dress is encouraged but not required! 

Click Here to see our current shifts!

About us:

Operation Nightwatch has a six-decade track record of ecumenical ministry. Loving our most-vulnerable neighbors in the name of Christ, together. We do this through street chaplaincy, food, shelter and housing. We are a privately funded, Christian organization. There are no religious requirements for those seeking services. Annually, we have more than 65,000 encounters with folks experiencing homelessness.

Kitchens get messy and our seniors need all the help they can get. We need a group of 4-5 Adults that are interested in deep cleaning two kitchens in our senior housing.

Days: Tuesday & Thursdays 8 AM - 3:30 PM or Saturday mornings

https://www.seattlenightwatch.org/

Ready to make a difference?

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

The American Red Cross has a special need for support from people who are an RN, LPN, LVN, APRN, NP, EMT, paramedic, MD/DO or PA with an active, current and unencumbered license. RNs supervise all clinical tasks.

Share your healthcare training with those who need it most. Healthcare providers are needed for the following volunteer opportunities:

Requirements: Active and unencumbered licensure as a Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse, Licensed Vocational Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Advanced Practice Nurse, Medical Doctor, Doctor of Osteopathy, Physician Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic, Retired RN/LPN/LVN if the state in which the license is granted allows for full scope of practice for the volunteer.

Ready to Make a Difference? Get started by visiting www.redcross.org/volunteer

The American Red Cross provides critical services with a caring touch to men and women in all branches of the United States military, active duty personnel, reservists and members of the National Guard, and their families. Red Cross workers use advanced communications technologies to link service members with their families, the Red Cross links military families to local resources and support services, and the Red Cross provides training that promotes resiliency and preparedness to help families and friends cope with the challenges of military life.

Current needs:

Give presentations to service members at Fairchild AFB (base access required); or,

Assist with administrative and / or medical tasks in the military hospital (base access required), or at the VA hospital; or,

Provide family follow-up services via phone to service member families who have experienced an emergency (optional to volunteer from home opportunity).

Great opportunities for retired military or military spouses who already have base access and / or familiarity with military culture.

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. After your initial training, your shifts will include responding to emergencies within 2 hours, night or day, rain or shine, either on the scene or coordinating remotely to provide immediate compassion and care. 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.

Share your mental health training with those who need it most. Mental health professionals are needed for the following volunteer opportunities:

Requirement: 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).

Ready to Make a Difference? Get started by visiting www.redcross.org/volunteer

Help make our Gala for Justice a success!

Volunteers help make the event a success, we can't do it without you, thank you! 

The event will take place at the Four-Points Sheraton, 714 Lakeway Drive, Bellingham (by Fred Meyers)

Please contact Piper with any questions, programsmanager@lawadvocates.org

The purpose of the Board of Directors is to provide good governance for The Upfront Theatre by ensuring all corporate, legal, financial, and mission obligations are met. The Board of Directors is solely responsible for determining policy in the following areas: Human Resources, Finance, and Organizational Operations. The Board of Directors sets long and short range goals, approves the annual budgets and is responsible for diversified fund development, and the leadership development of the organization.

Respond via this platform or click here to fast track your interest survey!

The Chuckanut Center includes a venue for community education that leads to greater resilience. Join our Program support team - managing email requests, providing site orientation for new instructors, working alongside event calendar & scheduling coordinators, recruiting leaders to teach new skills, and supporting our great community of program providers. Typical time 2-3 hours/week. Asking for a minimum 1 year commitment. Hybrid - can be done remotely with on-site visits needed for instructor orientation. 

The Chuckanut Center is seeking a volunteer who loves to celebrate and appreciate volunteers. We need someone to respond to volunteer interest requests, greet new volunteers at work parties, develop fun engagement and create and publicize opportunities for new folks to join our work parties. Typical time commitment 8-12 hours/month. Asking for a minimum 1 year commitment. 

We are a working board. Participating includes lots of opportunities to engage with others and serve in a variety of roles supporting our all-volunteer squads. Squads grow food, maintain our facilities and grounds (house, shed, fence line, orchard), and provide low-cost access for education and wellness activities to a venue that seats 20-25 and includes a full kitchen. Three-year term. Average 10 hours/mo of time. Meetings are 3rd Thursdays and work parties are 10-1 2nd Saturdays, March-November. Parties, potlucks, and special events are abundant. 

Connelly Creek, which runs through this neighborhood park and flows into Padden Creek, needs our help! We’ll remove harmful invasive vegetation and plant native trees and shrubs to improve riparian habitat.

All ages and abilities welcome. Participants under age 16 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Tools, gloves, and instructions are provided. Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes.

Parking is a short 9-minute walk down the street from Happy Valley Park at the South Bellingham Park and Ride (West). Follow our work party signs and walk to Happy Valley Park at 2710 Donovan Ave.

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

This event is Parkscriptions Certified!

Important Registration Steps:

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

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

Join us and our friends from NSEA as we restore wildlife habitat and protect wetlands in this lovely park on the south side of Bellingham.

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

All ages and abilities welcome. Participants under age 16 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Tools, gloves, and instructions are provided. Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes. 

Parking is a short 6-minute walk down the street from Connelly Creek Nature Area at the South Bellingham Park and Ride (West). Follow our work party signs and walk to CCNA at 2901 Donovan Ave.

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

This event is Parkscriptions Certified!

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

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

Enjoy the art exhibitions and behind-the-scenes experiences! Docents are a highly committed group of volunteers who are an essential part of MoNA.  They help foster appreciation and understanding of exhibitions and provide a friendly welcome for visitors.  They receive first-hand information and training from artists and professional staff about the exhibitions and how to present to the public. In addition, docents are invited to special social and educational activities including excursions to other museums, private collections and artists' studios. Involvement as a docent is an enriching, educational experience. A member of the Museum of Northwest Art Docent Association will be happy to answer any questions you may have about volunteering as a Docent. You can find more information about this and other volunteer opportunities here: https://www.monamuseum.org/volunteer-opportunities

Imagine a city where people have equal access to healthy and culturally appropriate food. The Community Food Education (CFE) at Solid Ground fosters community connections through gardening education, sustainable food production, environmental stewardship, and raising awareness about good nutrition and food justice. We also fight hunger by providing low-income individuals with seeds and materials, and supporting backyard gardeners in donating fruits and vegetables grown in King County.

If you share our vision, join us at Marra Farm Giving Garden in Seattle's South Park neighborhood! A Giving Garden Work Party offers an idyllic outdoor opportunity to bond with your coworkers. Dig into soil, plant, weed, and harvest much-needed fresh food for our neighbors as you connect with your team. With the rising cost of food, our local communities rely on fresh produce from Marra Farm more than ever. Help us grow healthy and culturally appropriate food for our neighbors in need!

Time Commitment

Help us kick off the growing season in March and April, or support us during the highest need months of July through September. We’ve already set aside most Tuesdays from 9am to 2pm during the growing season for large-group work parties, preferably with 20 or more volunteers. We encourage you to sign up for a full shift, but we ask for a minimum of three hours. Teams can consist of coworkers, community or church group members, or neighbors. All are welcome!

To Apply

Please click the Respond button below. We will get back to you within 3-5 business days with next steps. 

BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and other People of Color), and people with the lived experience of food insecurity are strongly encouraged to volunteer. 

Imagine a city where people have equal access to healthy and culturally appropriate food. The Community Food Education (CFE) at Solid Ground fosters community connections through gardening education, sustainable food production, environmental stewardship, and raising awareness about good nutrition and food justice. We also fight hunger by providing low-income individuals with seeds and materials, and supporting backyard gardeners in donating fruits and vegetables grown in King County.  

If you share our vision, join us on the Marra Farm Giving Garden in Seattle's South Park neighborhood! We're looking for volunteers to help prepare vegetable beds, plant vegetable starts and seeds, weed by hand, compost, water, harvest, wash produce, and distribute produce to the community food bank and other locations. Many of our volunteers start with limited or no gardening knowledge and learn as they go, so we welcome you with whatever level of gardening skills and knowledge you bring. Families welcome!

To Apply

Please click the Respond button. We will get back to you within 3-5 business days with next steps. Volunteer opportunities are available during the growing season, March to November.

BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and other People of Color), and people with the lived experience of food insecurity are strongly encouraged to volunteer. 

Do you want to help families living on low incomes or people experiencing homelessness stay warm this winter?

Knit-It-Alls (KIA) Volunteers knit and crochet throughout the year to create warm winter clothing for low-income families and/or people experiencing homelessness in Seattle/King County. Solid Ground then distributes the items in the winter to people we serve as well as other nonprofits to pass out to their participants. Groups are welcome!  
    
We're looking for volunteers to... 

Interested in volunteering? Click the "Respond" button to contact Solid Ground Volunteer Services and learn more!

BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and other People of Color), and people with the lived experience of food insecurity are strongly encouraged to volunteer.

Do you want to make a difference in the fight against poverty? Join Solid Ground's Board of Directors! Solid Ground is dedicated to ending poverty and advancing social justice by breaking down barriers and promoting stability. We're looking for passionate, diverse individuals to help guide our mission of ending poverty and advancing social justice.

As a Board Member, you'll play a key role in shaping our policies, advocating for change, and engaging with the community. What you'll do:

Commitment: Minimum 2-year term, 5-8 hours/month, including monthly meetings and committee work.

Qualifications: We encourage individuals from underrepresented backgrounds, including those with lived experience of poverty, homelessness, or oppression. Experience in fundraising, Human Resources (HR), human services, housing, youth work, or behavioral health is a plus.

Benefits: Stipend and reimbursements available for board-related expenses. Access to resources like laptops and additional support.

To apply: Interested in volunteering or learning more about the opportunity? Click "Respond" and contact Solid Ground Volunteer Services today!

BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and other People of Color), and people with the lived experience of poverty, racism, sexism, trans- and homophobia - everything the American system can put in our paths - are strongly encouraged to volunteer.

Are you 55 or older? The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) of Solid Ground is a national service program that makes volunteering easy and rewarding by finding volunteer positions for those 55 years and older. We partner with 40 public and nonprofit organizations in need of volunteers and can help find the right opportunity for you!     

Link up with a neighbor in need and help elders remain independent in their homes by providing companionship and services to older adults and those with disabilities. Opportunities to connect include:

Training and support provided.

If you want to put your experience and compassion to work in your community, contact RSVP at Solid Ground today!

Are you 55 or older? The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) of Solid Ground is a national service program that makes volunteering easy and rewarding by finding volunteer positions for those 55 years and older. We partner with 40 public and nonprofit organizations in need of volunteers and can help find the right opportunity for you!        

Link up with a neighbor in need and help elders remain independent in their homes by providing companionship and services to older adults and those with disabilities. Opportunities to connect include:

Training and support provided.

If you want to put your experience and compassion to work in your community, contact RSVP at Solid Ground today!

Are you 55 or older? The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) of Solid Ground is a national service program that makes volunteering easy and rewarding by finding volunteer positions for those 55 years and older. We partner with 40 public and nonprofit organizations in need of volunteers and can help find the right opportunity for you!     

Link up with a neighbor in need and help elders remain independent in their homes by providing companionship and services to older adults and those with disabilities. Opportunities to connect include:

Training and support provided.

If you want to put your experience and compassion to work in your community, contact RSVP at Solid Ground today!

Are you 55 or older? The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) of Solid Ground is a national service program that makes volunteering easy and rewarding by finding volunteer positions for those 55 years and older. We partner with 40 public and nonprofit organizations in need of volunteers and can help find the right opportunity for you!    

Link up with a neighbor in need and help elders remain independent in their homes by providing companionship and services to older adults and those with disabilities. Opportunities to connect include:

Training and support provided.

If you want to put your experience and compassion to work in your community, contact RSVP at Solid Ground today!

Are you 55 or older? The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) of Solid Ground is a national service program that makes volunteering easy and rewarding by finding volunteer positions for those 55 years and older. We partner with 40 public and nonprofit organizations in need of volunteers and can help find the right opportunity for you!   

Link up with a neighbor in need and help elders remain independent in their homes by providing companionship and services to older adults and those with disabilities. Opportunities to connect include:

Training and support provided.

If you want to put your experience and compassion to work in your community, contact RSVP at Solid Ground today!

Are you 55 or older? The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) of Solid Ground is a national service program that makes volunteering easy and rewarding by finding volunteer positions for those 55 years and older. We partner with 40 public and nonprofit organizations in need of volunteers and can help find the right opportunity for you!  

Link up with a neighbor in need and help elders remain independent in their homes by providing companionship and services to older adults and those with disabilities. Opportunities to connect include:

Training and support provided.

If you want to put your experience and compassion to work in your community, contact RSVP at Solid Ground today!

Are you 55 or older? The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) of Solid Ground is a national service program that makes volunteering easy and rewarding by finding volunteer positions for those 55 years and older. We partner with 40 public and nonprofit organizations in need of volunteers and can help find the right opportunity for you!     

Link up with a neighbor in need and help elders remain independent in their homes by providing companionship and services to older adults and those with disabilities. Opportunities to connect include:

Training and support provided.

If you want to put your experience and compassion to work in your community, contact RSVP at Solid Ground today!

Are you 55 or older? The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) of Solid Ground is a national service program that makes volunteering easy and rewarding by finding volunteer positions for those 55 years and older. We partner with 40 public and nonprofit organizations in need of volunteers and can help find the right opportunity for you!        

Over 16% of King County children live in poverty. Be a guiding hand on an at-risk student's path to success! Start by giving an hour a week to students to: 

If you want to make a difference in a student's life by making learning exciting, relevant and creative, contact RSVP at Solid Ground now!

Are you 55 or older? The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) of Solid Ground is a national service program that makes volunteering easy and rewarding by finding volunteer positions for those 55 years and older. We partner with 40 public and nonprofit organizations in need of volunteers and can help find the right opportunity for you!         

Over 16% of King County children live in poverty. Be a guiding hand on an at-risk student's path to success! Start by giving an hour a week to students to:  

If you want to make a difference in a student's life by making learning exciting, relevant and creative, contact RSVP at Solid Ground now!

Are you 55 or older? The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) of Solid Ground is a national service program that makes volunteering easy and rewarding by finding volunteer positions for those 55 years and older. We partner with 40 public and nonprofit organizations in need of volunteers and can help find the right opportunity for you!         

Over 16% of King County children live in poverty. Be a guiding hand on an at-risk student's path to success! Start by giving an hour a week to students to:   

If you want to make a difference in a student's life by making learning exciting, relevant and creative, contact RSVP at Solid Ground now!

Are you 55 or older? The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) of Solid Ground is a national service program that makes volunteering easy and rewarding by finding volunteer positions for those 55 years and older. We partner with 40 public and nonprofit organizations in need of volunteers and can help find the right opportunity for you!          

Over 16% of King County children live in poverty. Be a guiding hand on an at-risk student's path to success! Start by giving an hour a week to students to:

If you want to make a difference in a student's life by making learning exciting, relevant and creative, contact RSVP at Solid Ground now!

Are you 55 or older? The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) of Solid Ground is a national service program that makes volunteering easy and rewarding by finding volunteer positions for those 55 years and older. We partner with 40 public and nonprofit organizations in need of volunteers and can help find the right opportunity for you!       

Over 16% of King County children live in poverty. Be a guiding hand on an at-risk student's path to success! Start by giving an hour a week to students to:  

If you want to make a difference in a student's life by making learning exciting, relevant and creative, contact RSVP at Solid Ground now!

Are you 55 or older? The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) of Solid Ground is a national service program that makes volunteering easy and rewarding by finding volunteer positions for those 55 years and older. We partner with 40 public and nonprofit organizations in need of volunteers and can help find the right opportunity for you!       

Mentors help recently arrived refugees become acquainted with the surrounding community and face the challenges of resettling in a new country. This is a critical period when refugees need assistance learning the basics of life in a new place, including things like public transportation, the banking system, public schools, managing personal healthcare, conversational English and getting involved in their community. Mentors meet with an individual or a family for two hours per week during their first three months in the U.S.  

If you want to use your experience and compassion to improve your community, contact RSVP at Solid Ground now!

Did you know that 1 in 5 children in King County struggle with hunger? Are you 55 or older? The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) of Solid Ground is a national service program that makes volunteering easy and rewarding by finding volunteer positions for those 55 years and older. We partner with 40 public and nonprofit organizations in need of volunteers and can help find the right opportunity for you!       

Help feed our community through one of the following opportunities: 

Community Dining: Help prepare and serve meals for seniors in a senior center. 

If you want to put your experience and compassion to work in your community, contact RSVP at Solid Ground today!

Did you know that 1 in 5 children in King County struggle with hunger? Are you 55 or older? The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) of Solid Ground is a national service program that makes volunteering easy and rewarding by finding volunteer positions for those 55 years and older. We partner with 40 public and nonprofit organizations in need of volunteers and can help find the right opportunity for you!           

Help feed our community through one of the following opportunities:  

If you want to put your experience and compassion to work in your community, contact RSVP at Solid Ground today!

Did you know that 1 in 5 children in King County struggle with hunger? Are you 55 or older? The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) of Solid Ground is a national service program that makes volunteering easy and rewarding by finding volunteer positions for those 55 years and older. We partner with 40 public and nonprofit organizations in need of volunteers and can help find the right opportunity for you!  

Help feed our community through one of the following opportunities:          

If you want to put your experience and compassion to work in your community, contact RSVP at Solid Ground today!

Did you know that 1 in 5 children in King County struggle with hunger? Are you 55 or older? The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) of Solid Ground is a national service program that makes volunteering easy and rewarding by finding volunteer positions for those 55 years and older. We partner with 40 public and nonprofit organizations in need of volunteers and can help find the right opportunity for you!    

Help feed our community through one of the following opportunities:         

If you want to put your experience and compassion to work in your community, contact RSVP at Solid Ground today!

Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) is welcoming volunteers now!

RSVP is a national service program that makes volunteering easy and rewarding by finding volunteer positions for those 55 years and older. We partner with over 40 public and nonprofit organizations in need of volunteers and can help find the right opportunity for you!

Volunteers are needed to meet the following community needs:        

If you want to put your experience and compassion to work improving your community, contact RSVP at Solid Ground today!

Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) is welcoming volunteers now!

RSVP is a national service program that makes volunteering easy and rewarding by finding volunteer positions for those 55 years and older. We partner with over 40 public and nonprofit organizations in need of volunteers and can help find the right opportunity for you! 

Volunteers are needed to meet the following community needs:          

If you want to put your experience and compassion to work improving your community, contact RSVP at Solid Ground today!

Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) is welcoming volunteers now!

RSVP is a national service program that makes volunteering easy and rewarding by finding volunteer positions for those 55 years and older. We partner with over 40 public and nonprofit organizations in need of volunteers and can help find the right opportunity for you! 

Volunteers are needed to meet the following community needs:   

If you want to put your experience and compassion to work improving your community, contact RSVP at Solid Ground today!

Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) welcoming volunteers now!

RSVP is a national service program that makes volunteering easy and rewarding by finding volunteer positions for those 55 years and older. We partner with over 40 public and nonprofit organizations in need of volunteers and can help find the right opportunity for you!

Volunteers are needed to meet the following community needs:        

If you want to put your experience and compassion to work improving your community, contact RSVP at Solid Ground today!

Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) is welcoming volunteers now!

RSVP is a national service program that makes volunteering easy and rewarding by finding volunteer positions for those 55 years and older. We partner with over 40 public and nonprofit organizations in need of volunteers and can help find the right opportunity for you! 

Volunteers are needed to meet the following community needs:       

If you want to put your experience and compassion to work improving your community, contact RSVP at Solid Ground today!

Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) is welcoming volunteers now!

RSVP is a national service program that makes volunteering easy and rewarding by finding volunteer positions for those 55 years and older. We partner with over 40 public and nonprofit organizations in need of volunteers and can help find the right opportunity for you!       

Volunteers are needed to meet the following community needs: 

If you want to put your experience and compassion to work improving your community, contact RSVP at Solid Ground today!

We are looking for someone willing to support other letter writers in the community. Tasks may include posting flyers, collecting & delivering letters, and reaching out to local libraries and groups who might like to write with us. 

Do you know someone who works at a nursing home, assisted living facility, Meals on Wheels program, hospice, or senior center? We’d love your help spreading the word about Letters Against Isolation!

Our volunteers send friendly, handwritten letters to seniors who are at risk of feeling lonely or disconnected. Since 2020, we’ve mailed over one million letters in more than 40 languages.

We’re actively expanding our outreach in Oregon and looking for senior programs that would benefit from receiving kind, personal mail.

Please don’t sign up on a facility’s behalf. An activity director, volunteer coordinator, program manager or other staff member must complete the request form themselves.

If you're personally connected to a facility (as a volunteer, employee, or family member), we encourage you to reach out to them and share our website!

Are you someone who loves writing thoughtful, upbeat letters? Want to volunteer from wherever you live, work, or play?

Turn your small talk into connection. A simple, sincere letter can brighten a senior’s day more than you know.

Join Letters Against Isolation, a volunteer-run nonprofit bringing joy to seniors in aged care homes and community programs across the U.S., Canada, the U.K., and Australia. Since 2020, our volunteers have mailed over one million cheerful, one-of-a-kind handwritten letters in dozens of languages!

You can get started by responding to our current needs in the United Way portal, but volunteers will also need to register on our website to gain access to the active letter requests from our partner facilities. Register to volunteer, sign up your senior program to receive letters or learn more about our work:

This is not a pen pal or greeting card program. Your words are what matter most!

We’re actively expanding our outreach in the Blue Mountain area and would love your help! If you know a care facility, senior center, or Meals on Wheels program that might want to receive letters, please share this link with a staff member:

www.lettersagainstisolation.com/care-homes

Please don’t sign up on behalf of a location. A program director or staff member must complete the form directly.

Come Join Our Amazing Volunteer Team!

The Bellingham Senior Activity Center focuses on building community, while providing a positive and vibrant environment in which to make new connections and participate in a wonderful array of classes, presentations, discussion groups, and recreational activities. Our entire center is primarily powered by amazing volunteers who want to give back to our community and are impactful in making our center a truly delightful place to be.

We are looking for friendly people who are interested in helping at our Greeter station in welcoming our members and guests, assisting members with signing in, and distributing lunch tokens to members coming in to enjoy our delicious lunch. The duration of this volunteer shift is 2 1/2 - 3 hours in length, and has an option of sitting, standing, or a combination of both.

If you are interested in volunteering for this position, please feel free to stop by the Bellingham Senior Activity Center and pick up an application or apply online at www.whatcomcoa.org 

Our delicious lunch is powered by amazing volunteers like you!  

We are looking for volunteers who can set up tables, stock supplies, serve coffee and tea during lunch service, clear trays, wrap silverware, and clean-up after our lunch service ends. Shifts are typically 10:30 am -1:00 pm, Monday thru Friday.  If you are looking to volunteer in an active role, then this is the opportunity for you. The Bellingham Senior Activity Center is a wonderful place where you can make new connections and build lasting friendships, all while volunteering in a fun and energetic team environment!

If you are interested, please feel free to come by Bellingham Senior Activity Center to pick up an application, or complete the application below.

 https://whatcomcoa.org/volunteer-application/

Come join our Amazing Meals on Wheels Volunteer Team! 

Are you a kind and compassionate person who wants to make a difference and have a positive impact for senior members in our community? If the answer is yes, then this is the opportunity for you!

We have a team of amazing volunteers who bring meals to homebound seniors in our community Monday thru Friday, delivering over 4000 meals each week. Our Meals on Wheels clients struggle to cook for themselves for a variety of reasons: some lost a loved one who did the cooking, some suffer from physical limitations, some face cognitive decline, others struggle to leave the house to get groceries for cooking.  Whatever the reason, we are there to make sure they have healthy meals.

We are looking for Sub Drivers to fill in when Regular Drivers are on vacation, have an appointment, or are out sick, with the opportunity for a recurring once-a -week route delivery when one arises, if desired. It does require having your own vehicle for transporting meals, with mileage reimbursement available.  

If you are interested in becoming a driver, we would love to have you join us at our next Meals on Wheels Orientation, which is mandatory before being able to deliver meals. (Date TBD) 

Most routes leave our center between 7:45am and 11:00 am Monday-Friday. (No weekend routes) 

To become a volunteer driver: 

1. We ask volunteers to participate in an orientation (approx. 1.5 hours) to learn about being a driver and how to handle various situations.  

 2. We ask volunteers to fill out a Volunteer Application so that we can run a background check (required by DSHS). Feel free to come by the Bellingham Senior Activity Center and pick up an application, or apply online at:  www.whatcomcoa.org  (Click on "VOLUNTEER" in the upper right corner of the homepage, and then scroll about halfway down the page to access the beginning of the application)

3)  We will verify Driver's License and Auto Insurance and make a copy of both at the Meals on Wheels Orientation.

4) Before delivering a route, we ask drivers to go on a ride-along with one of our experienced drivers so it is a smooth transition for our participants and our drivers. 

We would be happy to answer any questions you have and would love for you to join this amazing team of volunteers who are making a huge difference in our community.  

This is a GREAT opportunity for a teen to ride-along with a parent to deliver meals while the parent drives.

Questions?

Please contact:

Amy Wharton

Administrative Volunteer Coordinator

Whatcom Council on Aging

Email: awharton@whatcomcoa.org

Phone:  360-733-4030 x1024

Come Join Our Amazing Volunteer Team!

The Coffee Bar Helper entails serving coffee, tea, sodas, and pre-packaged snacks to our members at the Bellingham Senior Activity Center. This volunteer position is responsible for the set-up or breakdown of the Coffee Bar (depending on which shift you are volunteering for), stocking supplies, wiping tables with a sanitized towel at the beginning of each shift, in between Coffee Bar customers, and at the end of each shift, washing coffee pots, and cleaning up the coffee station at the end of each shift. It is a fairly slow-paced coffee bar, with no making of espresso drinks-just brewing pump pots of coffee...definitely not a Starbucks. This position includes a combination of sitting and standing, with a chair/stool provided. The shift duration is 3 - 3 1/2 hours in length. It is also a wonderful opportunity to make new connections and build lasting friendships!

If you are interested in volunteering for this position, please feel free to come by the Bellingham Senior Activity Center to pick up an application, or apply online at: www.whatcomcoa.org

About the Role
After the party winds down, the Clean-Up Crew ensures the event ends smoothly. You’ll help take down decorations, clean activity areas, and pack away supplies so the space is left better than we found it.

Your Purpose
As a Clean-Up Crew member, your role is essential to wrapping up a successful event. Your teamwork ensures that our staff and families don’t have to carry the load alone.

What You’ll Do

Take down decorations and pack away supplies.

Fold tables and stack chairs.

Help gather trash and tidy the space.

Work with other volunteers to finish quickly and efficiently.

What to Bring / Know

Comfortable clothing you don’t mind getting a little dirty.

Willingness to work as a team and wrap up tasks efficiently.

No direct participant interaction, but your support makes a huge difference.

About the Role
The heart of the Harvest Party happens during the event itself! As an Activity Friend, you’ll help run games, crafts, and activities while ensuring participants feel included and supported. Your presence helps create the laughter, fun, and sense of community that makes this celebration special.

Your Purpose
As an Activity Friend, you are the connection between the fun and our participants. You’ll run activities, cheer on participants, and make sure everyone feels welcomed and valued. Treat everyone with dignity and respect. Speak to participants as you would any other teen or adult.

What You’ll Do

Run carnival-style games, craft tables, or activity stations.

Greet participants and encourage them to try activities.

Help explain and demonstrate games in a friendly, simple way.

Offer support when needed, while letting participants lead the fun.

Celebrate every effort and success with positivity and encouragement.

What to Bring / Know

Comfortable clothing (you may be moving between activities).

Patience, kindness, and energy for engaging with participants.

A smile. Your joy helps make the night memorable!

Tutor an Adult Learner - Change a Life!

Interested in volunteering your time to support literacy? Become a 1-to-1 tutor for an adult who needs help with reading, writing, and/or math.

The Whatcom Literacy Council offers free tutoring services to adult learners who would like to build skills to help them reach their goals as parents, in the workplace, and in the community.  Tutor training provided. No second language or teaching experience is required. Please visit our website to find our application and for more information about how to become a tutor. 

https://www.whatcomliteracy.org/one-to-one-tutor

Where:

In person

When:

At times that fit your schedule

Minimum Commitment:

3-4 hours per week 9+ months

Contact: 
Ashley Meyer

alp@whatcomliteracy.org

360-306-1612

Qualifications

 Requirements

The Whatcom Literacy Council is a member of ProLiteracy America and a United Way partner agency.  We provide free one-to-one tutoring and small classes. Our tutors can work with learners throughout Whatcom County at a public meeting place and at times that fit our learners' busy schedules. 

About the Role
The Harvest Party can’t happen without a welcoming and festive atmosphere! The Set-Up Crew creates the magic before the event begins. You’ll help decorate, arrange tables and chairs, and prepare the space so our participants walk into a joyful, autumn-themed celebration.

Your Purpose
As a Set-Up Crew member, you bring the party to life before it even starts. Your work ensures that participants enter a space that feels safe, fun, and inviting.

What You’ll Do

Set up tables, chairs, and activity areas.

Put up decorations to create a festive, welcoming environment.

Make sure games and craft stations are ready to go.

Work together as a team to transform the space.

What to Bring / Know

Comfortable clothes you can move around in.

A cheerful attitude and willingness to pitch in wherever needed.

No direct participant interaction during this shift, but your work sets the stage for the event’s success.

**Currently looking for someone to help an adult learner with computer skills and Android phone skills**

Tutor an Adult Learner - Change a Life!

Interested in volunteering your time to support literacy? Become a 1-to-1 tutor for an adult who needs help with reading, writing, and/or math.

The Whatcom Literacy Council offers free tutoring services to adult learners who would like to build skills to help them reach their goals as parents, in the workplace, and in the community.  Tutor training provided. No second language or teaching experience is required. Please visit our website to find our application and for more information about how to become a tutor. 

https://www.whatcomliteracy.org/one-to-one-tutor

Where:

Online or in person

When:

At times that fit your schedule

Minimum Commitment:

3-4 hours per week 9+ months

Contact: 
Ashley Meyer

alp@whatcomliteracy.org

360-306-1612

Qualifications

 Requirements

The Whatcom Literacy Council is a member of ProLiteracy America and a United Way partner agency.  We provide free one-to-one tutoring and small classes. Our tutors can work with learners throughout Whatcom County at a public meeting place and at times that fit our learners' busy schedules. 

About the Event
Step into the world of Vikings! This immersive market celebrates early medieval culture with music, crafts, demonstrations, and interactive experiences, from blacksmithing and archery to ship displays and combat tactics. Our participants will explore the market with you as their companion and guide.

Your Purpose
As a Viking Market Guide, you’ll walk side-by-side with participants as they experience the market, helping them engage with the activities and vendors in ways that feel fun and comfortable. Treat everyone with dignity and respect. Speak to participants as you would any other teen or adult.

What You’ll Do

Walk with participants around the market, stopping at booths and demos.

Encourage them to ask questions or try out activities (archery, shield wall, etc.), while respecting their comfort level.

Help manage practical needs like finding food, staying together as a group, and navigating crowds.

Create moments of joy and discovery by sharing in the experience with them.

What to Bring / Know

Admission is $21 (SOAR will cover your admission).

Bring money if you’d like to purchase food, drinks (non-alcoholic), or souvenirs.

Dress for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes.

Expect a lively, outdoor environment with lots of sights and sounds.

Most importantly: your presence helps participants feel included and supported while exploring something new.

About the Event
This evening is all about sharing a meal, laughter, and friendship with our participants alongside the Walla Walla Firefighters. Dinner will be served, and everyone will get a chance to enjoy safe “axe” throwing (bristle game only), explore the firehouse, and connect in a relaxed, welcoming environment.

Your Purpose
As a Firehouse Dinner Companion, you will be the heart of this gathering. You’ll sit with participants, share conversation, encourage them in trying new activities, and help make the night feel fun and safe. Treat everyone with dignity and respect. Speak to participants as you would any other teen or adult.

What You’ll Do

Welcome participants with warmth and positivity.

Share dinner together, help make conversation comfortable and inclusive.

Encourage and cheer on participants during the axe-throwing activity.

Provide gentle guidance if someone needs help, but let them lead in what they want to try.

Foster a supportive and fun environment where everyone feels they belong.

What to Bring / Know

Dinner is provided; you are welcome to join!

Bring your curiosity, patience, and willingness to engage in conversation.

Wear comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for light activity.

Remember: your role is to create connections and help participants feel respected and included.

Bellingham At Home is a grassroots, volunteer-powered, non-profit membership organization helping people sustain positive futures as they grow older. We provide both practical assistance and a caring community to support members in feeling more secure and confident while living in their homes as long as possible.

Volunteers are the heart of our village. Volunteers provide "good neighbor" types of assistance such as transportation, health and wellness programs, home maintenance, social and educational activities. There are also opportunities to work in our office located at the Bellingham Senior Activity Center and participate in committees for Volunteers, Publicity and Website Management.

Seattle Ladies Choir is a local nonprofit choir committed to cultivating community through singing. SLC is a non-audition choir open to all self-identifying women. We are proud to be in our 23rd season and depend greatly on volunteer support to keep us running smoothly. We need volunteers to assist us with ticket sales, ushering, merchandise and beverage sales before and after the shows as well as during intermission.

Volunteers serving alcohol need to be at least 21 years of age, all ages accepted for other volunteer positions. Thank you for your consideration and we look forward to meeting you soon!

Check us out at: https://seattleladieschoir.org/ or Click Here to Sign up

Seattle Ladies Choir is a local nonprofit choir committed to cultivating community through singing. SLC is a non-audition choir open to all self-identifying women. We are proud to be in our 23rd season and depend greatly on volunteer support to keep us running smoothly. We need volunteers to assist us with ticket sales, ushering, merchandise and beverage sales before and after the shows as well as during intermission.

Volunteers serving alcohol need to be at least 21 years of age, all ages accepted for other volunteer positions. Thank you for your consideration and we look forward to meeting you soon!

Check us out at: https://seattleladieschoir.org/ or Click Here to Sign up

Sign up to volunteer at our Open House!! Jodi will reach out to assign jobs a little later! 

Come help support VOAWW!!!! VOAWW is the official non profit of the River Run!!!!!!!! 

Volunteer Roles: 

Medals and Food: 7:30am- Last Runner

Hydration Station: 7:30am- Last Runner

Tear Down: 1pm-3pm

Please register here: https://raceroster.com/events/2025/95755/2025-snohomish-river-run/volunteer/register

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 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.

Kent, WA 98031 Ages 18+ welcome (Under 18? Parent/guardian must accompany)

Make a meaningful impact in the life of a 75+ year-old woman who draws strength from her faith, family, and prayer. She keeps her Bible close, and values staying healthy and connected to those around her.

We’re seeking a kind-hearted volunteer to offer companionship, conversation, and emotional support to help her feel seen, heard, and uplifted.

 What You’ll Do:

 Who We’re Looking For:

Volunteer Requirements:

To ensure a safe and supportive environment, volunteers must complete:

 Ready to Make a Difference?

Reach out to: Archana Devi (She/Her) Volunteer Coordinator, Providence Elder Place WA  archana.devi@providence.org

Location: Tukwila, WA 98188
Commitment: Minimum 3 in-person visits per month

Are you someone who loves good conversation, music, and making meaningful connections? We’re looking for compassionate volunteers to spend time with a vibrant and fun-loving senior who enjoys socializing, listening to 90s jazz, gardening, movies, bowling, and attending church.

This friendly individual is wheelchair-bound and has mild cognitive impairment, occasionally needing help finding words. Staff are always available to support volunteers and ensure a safe, welcoming environment.

 What You’ll Do:

Volunteer Requirements:

 Why Volunteer?

Whether you're a student, retiree, or simply someone with a heart for service, we’d love to welcome you!

Are you someone who enjoys heartfelt conversations and connecting through shared stories? We’re seeking a compassionate and patient volunteer to spend time with a vibrant elderly participant who loves to talk and reflect on life.

 About the Participant:

Your presence can offer her the companionship she craves and the joy of being heard and understood.

 Who We’re Looking For:

Why It Matters:

Sometimes, simply being there—listening, laughing, and sharing space—can make all the difference. You don’t need special skills, just a kind spirit and a willingness to connect. Your time can bring comfort, joy, and a sense of belonging to someone who truly values it.

 Volunteer Requirements:

To ensure a safe and supportive environment, volunteers must complete:

Ready to Make a Difference?

Reach out to: Archana Devi (She/Her) Volunteer Coordinator, Providence Elder Place WA  archana.devi@providence.org

Volunteer Opportunity: Help a Pioneer in Homeopathic Medicine Publish Her Memoir 

Location: Des Moines, WA (Near 25825 18th Ave S, 98198) 

Client Profile: Elder with mild dementia, clear speech and thoughts, chronic pain and anxiety. Needs loud, clear communication. Unable to write due to hand issues. 

Project Overview: 

A trailblazer in homeopathic medicine is working on a memoir chronicling her personal and professional journey. She has already begun writing but now requires support to complete her story through interviews, transcription, and editing. 

We’re seeking compassionate, patient volunteers to help bring her vision to life. 

Volunteer Roles: 

Interviewer: Engage in thoughtful conversations to help capture her story. 

Transcriber: Convert audio recordings into written format. 

Editor/Writer: Organize, refine, and prepare the manuscript for self-publication. 

Publishing Support: Assist with formatting and navigating self-publishing platforms. 

Ideal Volunteers: 

Experience in writing, editing, or publishing (preferred but not required) 

Interest in homeopathic medicine or elder storytelling 

Comfortable working with voice-to-text tools and editing transcripts 

Willing to collaborate with the PACE team 

Able to meet in person (at least one volunteer ideally) 

Why Volunteer? 

Make a meaningful impact by preserving a legacy 

Volunteer Needed: Compassionate Companion for Elderly Participant 

We are seeking a respectful and patient volunteer to support an elderly individual living with moderate vascular dementia and recurrent major depressive disorder. The participant is alert and oriented but may require redirection or space during periods of agitation. 

Volunteer Role Includes: 

Accompanying the participant on brief outings (e.g., walks, shopping, manicure/pedicure) 

Providing calm, supportive companionship 

Encouraging engagement in preferred activities 

Qualifications: 

Empathy, humility, and emotional sensitivity 

Ability to respond appropriately to agitation 

No clinical experience required 

This is a meaningful opportunity to offer dignity and connection to someone navigating cognitive and emotional challenges. 

Be a Companion, Make a Difference  

Location: 31st Dr SE, Everett, WA 98208 

Role: Companion Volunteer 

Time Commitment: Flexible – even a few hours a week can brighten someone’s day! 

We are seeking compassionate volunteers to spend quality time with a delightful individual who is: 

Alert and oriented x3 

Living with moderate early-onset Alzheimer's dementia and mood disturbances 

Managing PTSD and major depressive disorder 

Enjoys being outdoors, playing bingo, and socializing with others 

Your presence can offer comfort, connection, and joy. Whether it’s chatting over coffee, taking a short walk, or joining a bingo game, your companionship can make a meaningful impact. 

Ideal Volunteer: 

Patient, empathetic, and a good listener 

Comfortable engaging with individuals with memory or mood challenges 

Interested in building a supportive relationship through shared activities 

Training and support provided. No medical experience required—just a kind heart and a willingness to connect. 

Ready to make a difference? Contact us at archana.devi@providence.org 

Hunger Intervention Program's Senior Meal program prepares lunches on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays for seniors. While the majority of meals are served at the Lamb of God Church in the Lake City neighborhood of Seattle, a portion are delivered to homebound Seniors in the north Seattle area with the help of staff and volunteer delivery drivers.

HIP is looking for BACKUP volunteer delivery drivers to deliver meals when a regular driver cannot. In the event that our regular drivers can't make it, we'll reach out to you and ask if you're available to do the delivery. You by no means are required to take the shift, especially on short notice.

Meals are picked up from the Lamb of God Church at 11:45am and are delivered to apartments and homes across North Seattle. The route takes approximately 2 hours. The volunteer will be asked to use their own vehicle, but will be reimbursed for gas.

This position requires a background check. Please click the Respond button below for more information or to register.

Come craft flowers and organize auction items on Saturday, October 11th, for their annual Building the Beloved Community Gala. Take part in an exciting event that raises funds for 43 programs and services that benefit more than 20,000 individuals and families across our region. This event will take place at the Seattle Convention Center on the 5th floor.

Together, our small efforts create a large impact, especially in today's political climate where the need is at its greatest with inflation and recent attacks against the Latino and Hispanic population.

Tasks will include: Decorating the dining room, helping set up the silent auction, set up the registration tables, and helping with the photo booth.

Let’s celebrate culture and fight toward equality as we help El Centro de la Raza prepare for another season of giving back to community.

Sign up to our Emerging Leaders 365 newsletter for more ways to start your year of impact! 

This committee provides guidance, oversight, and support to all major forms of donor planning, development, management, and reporting.

We believe everyone has the skills to fundraise, and incorporate fundraising training into our annual calendar. Help build community relationships that support equitable access to nature's benefits!

No experience necessary, but willingness to actively participate in both planning and implementation a must.  

Commitment: meets monthly with a suggested one-year term.

Want to make a BIG difference in your community?

Will you have a 2-4 month old by November 2025?

The Roots of Empathy program is delivered to elementary school children who are coached to recognize and connect with the vulnerability and humanity of a baby who visits their classroom throughout the school year with their parent(s), along with a trained Roots of Empathy Instructor using a specialized curriculum. We are looking for families with babies born between May-September 2025 to join us for the school year!

What's Involved?

Volunteer to become a Roots of Empathy Instructor!

Do you love working with children? Are you a good listener and want to help children have better relationships, friendships, and mental health? We are recruiting volunteers to become Roots of Empathy Instructors. Volunteer Instructors can be parents with time to give back or from a variety of backgrounds such as education, health care and more. You'll help us, "Change the world, child by child.

What We Do:

The Roots of Empathy program is delivered to elementary school children who are coached to recognize and connect with the vulnerability and humanity of a baby who visits their classroom throughout the school year with their parent(s), along with a trained Roots of Empathy Instructor using a specialized curriculum.

What is involved in becoming a Roots of Empathy Instructor?

Bring Comfort and Hope Through Faith – Become a Spiritual Care Volunteer! 

Do you find joy in sharing the love and words of God? Are you passionate about bringing peace, comfort, and encouragement to those who need it most? Join us as a Faith and Spiritual Care Volunteer and make a meaningful difference in someone’s life. 

Location: 34th Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98126 

Opportunities: In-person visits (with an option for virtual visits) 

We are seeking compassionate individuals who can offer spiritual support and companionship to those navigating life’s challenges. Your presence and words can bring light, hope, and reassurance to someone who values faith and connection. 

What You’ll Do: 

Offer prayer, scripture reading, or uplifting conversation. 

Provide a listening ear and empathetic presence. 

Share encouragement rooted in Christian faith. 

Who You’ll Serve: 

Individuals who appreciate spirituality and enjoy meaningful conversation. 

Someone who loves coloring, word searches, NPR radio, and TV—perfect for relaxed, heartfelt visits. 

Why Volunteer? 

Make a profound impact by sharing God’s love. 

Be a source of comfort for someone who sometimes feels overwhelmed. 

Experience the joy of serving others through faith. 

If you feel called to bring hope and spiritual care to those in need, we would love to hear from you! 

Contact us today:archana.devi@providence.org 

Volunteer with Providence Elder Place – Meaningful Day Activities in Adult Family Homes

Are you someone who finds fulfillment in making others feel seen, heard, and valued? Whether you're a recreational therapist, an activities aide, or a parent looking to volunteer with your child, we invite you to be part of something truly meaningful.

At Providence Elder Place, we believe that every day holds the potential for joy and connection, especially for our elderly participants. We’re seeking compassionate volunteers to support Meaningful Day Activities in Adult Family Homes. Your presence can brighten someone’s day and create lasting moments of companionship and learning.

Your time and care can make a real difference by offering:

 Who Can Volunteer?

 Volunteer Requirements

To ensure a safe and supportive environment for all, volunteers must complete:

By volunteering, you’ll not only enrich the lives of others, you’ll also:

Become part of a team that values compassion, connection, and community. Help us bring meaningful moments to the lives of our elders.

Contact:
Archana Devi (She/Her)
Volunteer Coordinator, Providence Elder Place WA
 archana.devi@providence.org

Location: Northaven II Assisted Living, NE 112th St, Seattle, WA 98125 

Are you someone who enjoys gentle walks and meaningful conversations? We’re seeking a compassionate volunteer to spend time with a delightful resident at Northaven II who experiences some memory loss but is very pleasant and enjoys being outdoors. 

About the Participant: 

Friendly and engaging 

Loves walking and being outside 

Needs a companion due to memory-related safety concerns 

Volunteer Role: 

Visit regularly (schedule flexible) 

Walk with the participant outdoors on Northaven property 

Offer companionship and a calming presence 

Ideal Volunteer: 

Patient and kind 

Enjoys spending time with older adults 

Comfortable supporting someone with mild memory loss 

This is a beautiful opportunity to brighten someone’s day while enjoying fresh air and gentle movement. Training and support provided. 

Interested? 

Contact us to learn more or sign up: archana.devi@providence.org

Pawsitive Alliance Board members make a difference for cats and dogs in need! 

Are you interested in using your time, talent, and energy to support the vision of a healthy and happy home for every cat and dog in Washington? 

 
If yes, then please consider joining our Board! 

Pawsitive Alliance, a volunteer driven tax-exempt nonprofit organization, is having an open call for Board Members. Founded in 2005, the mission of Pawsitive Alliance is to help end the euthanasia of adoptable dogs and cats in Washington by increasing adoptions, supporting spay and neuter programs, and improving pet retention. 

Pawsitive Alliance advances are mission through our three programs: 

Adoption program: #WhyNotMePets campaign, highlighting long-term homeless pets, and supporting adoption events to help homeless finds homes 

Spay/Neuter: providing vouchers and financial and logistical support to increase surgeries and access to end pet overpopulation and suffering 

Pet retention: collecting and distributing pet food and supplies and offering pet ID tags and microchips to keep pets thriving with their caretakers 

Our programs and activities prioritize increasing services for pets, people, and places across Washington state with few resources. 

Pawsitive Alliance’s biggest strengths are marketing, organizing, fundraising, and collaborating.  We work with more than 50 human and animal-welfare partners each year. Since 2005, we have helped over 8,000 animals find homes, delivered over 170,000 pounds of donated pet food, and facilitated more than 11,000 spay and neuter surgeries. 

The Pawsitive Alliance Board is a hands-on group of committed individuals, investing their time and resources to support our mission.  As we celebrate our 20th anniversary in 2025, and look to the future, we are looking to add individuals from diverse backgrounds to join the Board and help the organization’s continued success and growth.  Ideal candidates are committed to our mission, can commit at least 10-15 per month to the organization, are able to represent the organization in the community, are ready to engage in strategy setting, fundraising and networking, and bring a well-rounded set of skills to a unique and hard-working team. 
 

Pawsitive Alliance is always interested in bringing greater diversity and new areas of expertise, energy, and skills to the Board. For more information on the organization, refer to our website at www.pawsitivealliance.org.  Please fill out our Board Application if you share our passion for helping to end pet homelessness in Washington and are interested in serving and helping end pet overpopulation. 

Spokane Helpers Network strives to provide food and basic essentials to low-income families in the greater Spokane area. Many of our recipients are disabled/elderly and homebound - so they are not able to go to food banks on their own. Others do not have reliable transportation. For that reason, we are seeking a volunteer who can pick up food supplies in File Mile and deliver them to north side households on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month ( bi-weekly).

Volunteers who pick up food must have their own cars and must be willing to donate gas.

In addition, drivers must have car insurance and must submit to a background check.

Do you love board games and meaningful conversation? We’re looking for a friendly, compassionate volunteer to spend time with an alert and oriented elder who would truly enjoy a companion for game time.

This is a chance to bring joy through shared laughter, lighthearted competition, and genuine connection. Your presence can turn an ordinary afternoon into the highlight of someone’s week.

 What You’ll Do:

No communication barriers | Flexible schedule

 Who We’re Looking For:

Why It Matters:

Sometimes, the simplest moments—like rolling dice or sharing a laugh—can mean the most. You don’t need special skills, just a kind spirit and a love for connection. Your time can bring joy, friendship, and a sense of belonging.

 Volunteer Requirements:

To ensure a safe and supportive environment, volunteers must complete:

Ready to Make a Difference?

Reach out to: Archana Devi (She/Her) Volunteer Coordinator, Providence Elder Place WA

 archana.devi@providence.org

Are you looking for a way to give back, connect with others, and bring joy to someone’s day? We’re seeking compassionate, Spanish-speaking volunteers to support a kind and gentle elder in Kent, WA, who is beginning to experience memory loss and feels anxious in unfamiliar places. He lives with his loving family and finds comfort in familiar routines, nature, and friendly companionship.

He enjoys walking, light exercise, and reminiscing about his days as a landscaper and gardener. Your presence could bring him peace, joy, and a sense of connection.

Who Can Volunteer?

 Volunteer Requirements

To ensure a safe and supportive environment for everyone, volunteers will need to complete:

 Location: Kent, WA 98042

 Language: Spanish-speaking volunteers preferred

If you’re kind, patient, and enjoy spending time outdoors or chatting about gardening, we’d love to hear from you.

Contact:
Archana Devi (She/Her)
Volunteer Coordinator, Providence Elder Place WA
 archana.devi@providence.org

Brighten someone’s day with just a phone call.

Are you a good listener with a caring heart? Do you believe in the power of connection? Join our Phone Friend Volunteer Program and help reduce loneliness and isolation in your community—one conversation at a time.

 What You’ll Do:

Time Commitment:

Who You’ll Help:

 Why It Matters:

Loneliness can affect mental and physical health. Your voice can be a lifeline—bringing comfort, joy, and connection.

Requirements:

Ready to make a difference from the comfort of your home?
 Sign up today and become a Phone Friend!
archana.devi@providence.org

Bring comfort, joy, and connection to someone living with dementia.

We’re seeking compassionate volunteers to provide companionship to individuals experiencing memory lapses, anxiety, and visual hallucinations. Many of our participants find peace in their Christian faith and joy in singing or performing—your presence can make a meaningful difference.

Why Your Time Matters

Dementia companionship care offers more than just company—it provides emotional support, mental stimulation, and a sense of belonging. Your kindness can help reduce isolation and promote well-being.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wv1bf7S2XV0

 Who We’re Looking For:

 Volunteer Requirements:

To ensure a safe and supportive environment, volunteers must complete:

 Do you love to sing, share stories, or simply sit and listen?

Your presence could be the highlight of someone’s day.

Join us in making a difference—one visit, one smile, one song at a time.

 Location: Seattle, WA 98108

Are you someone who believes in the power of kindness and connection? We have a special opportunity for you to make a meaningful difference in the life of a wonderful individual who’s feeling isolated and would deeply appreciate your companionship.

 Meet Our Participant:

Despite facing challenges like visual impairment, speech difficulties, and major depressive disorder, this lively soul has a heart full of humor and warmth. They love cracking jokes, sharing stories, and simply enjoying the company of a good listener.

Your presence, whether through conversation, watching a show together, or just sitting nearby, can bring comfort, joy, and a sense of belonging.

 What You’ll Do:

 Flexible Scheduling:

We’ll work with your availability—weekends, afternoons, or whenever you can spare a little time.

 Why It Matters:

Loneliness can be heavy, but your time and kindness can lift someone’s spirits. You don’t need special skills, just a caring heart and a willingness to connect. The simple act of being there can create moments of happiness and friendship that truly matter.

 Volunteer Requirements:

To ensure a safe and supportive environment, volunteers must complete:

 Ready to Make a Difference?

Reach out to: Archana Devi (She/Her) Volunteer Coordinator, Providence Elder Place WA  archana.devi@providence.org

Are you someone who loves good conversation, gentle companionship, and making a meaningful difference in someone’s day? 

We’re seeking a friendly volunteer to visit a delightful older adult in Shoreline who describes herself as a “people person.” She enjoys chatting, coloring, light physical activity, and spending time with her mechanical dog. Though she experiences some memory loss and occasional word-finding difficulties, she remains quite verbal, pleasant, and engaging. 

What You’ll Do: 

Share stories and laughter during friendly visits 

Enjoy simple activities like coloring or light walks 

Offer companionship that brightens her day 

Why It Matters: Your presence can bring comfort, connection, and joy to someone who truly values human interaction. This is a low-key, high-impact opportunity to make a real difference. 

Location: 

Fremont Ave N, Shoreline, WA 98133 

Ideal Volunteer: 

Kind, patient, and enjoys conversation. No special training required—just a warm heart and a willingness to connect. 

Location: Bell Street, Seattle, WA 98121 

  Flexible Hours | Weekdays & Weekends Available 

Are you looking to make a meaningful difference in someone's life? Join us as a Companion Volunteer and bring comfort, connection, and joy to older adults in our community. 

What You'll Do: 

Spend quality time with elders through conversation, games, walks, or quiet companionship 

Offer emotional support and help reduce feelings of isolation 

Be a friendly presence and a listening ear 

Meet One of Our Neighbors: 

Alert and oriented x4, able to make needs and opinions known 

No communication issues – a little soft spoken 

Enjoys music of all types and shares her home with two cats 

Looking for a kind companion to share stories, smiles, and peaceful moments 

Ideal For: 

Empathetic, patient individuals who enjoy building relationships 

Students, retirees, or anyone with a few hours to spare each week 

No medical experience required—just a caring heart 

Requirements: 

Must be 18+ 

Background check required 

Orientation and training provided 

Why Volunteer? 

Location: 40th Ave SW, Federal Way, WA 98023 

Participant Profile: 

Elderly individual with dementia (alert and cooperative) 

Hearing and vision loss 

Loves animals and would enjoy regular visits from a friendly pet and their human companion 

Opportunity: 

We’re seeking a compassionate volunteer with a gentle pet (dog, cat, or other friendly animal) to brighten the day of a senior who finds joy in animal companionship. Your visits can bring comfort, connection, and smiles to someone who truly appreciates the presence of a furry friend. 

Ideal Volunteer: 

Has a calm, well-behaved pet 

Enjoys spending time with seniors 

Can commit to regular visits (weekly or biweekly) 

Patient, kind, and respectful of sensory limitations 

Why It Matters: 

Your time and your pet’s presence can make a meaningful difference in someone’s life. This is a beautiful way to share love, companionship, and joy. 

Interested? 

Please reach out to archana.devi@providence.org 

We’d love to hear from you. 

Support our Food Educators in delivering garden lessons to kids in Whatcom County! We have cooking clubs after school on Mondays and Fridays, and school day lessons during the school day Tuesday-Thursday in the Bellingham, Ferndale, Nooksack Valley and Mount Baker elementary schools!

You will be helping kids in garden class to explore nature and food through gardening, joyful science activities, and hands-on garden tasks. You must sign up to volunteer through your school district and go through a background check before volunteering with kids. 

Check out our School Day Volunteer Position Description and fill out our volunteer form to get started! Hope to see you in the gardens!  

Help care for a school garden in your neighborhood/area! Attend a volunteer orientation or scheduled volunteer hours and learn what to do, then volunteer on your own and take care of the school garden by watering, weeding, harvesting and beautifying! Volunteers under the age of 13 are very welcome but must bring an older sibling or an adult. Please note that not every garden is wheelchair accessible--but some are!

Please fill out our volunteer form to get started! Once you have filled out the volunteer form, you can navigate to your school's tab on our Sign Up Genius and sign up to volunteer! 

Please note there are different kinds of opportunities. Some schools have a scheduled time when you can garden with other volunteers (Birchwood, Cordata and Roosevelt in Bellingham; Nooksack and Sumas further east) if that's your jam or if you are just learning to garden and would like some guidance. Other schools have more independent volunteer opportunities. There's something for everyone! 

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED for fun opportunities at our Visitor Information Centers throughout the county! Share your passion about where you live through helping tourists, locals, and the community members of Whatcom County.

At Bellingham | Whatcom County Tourism, our mission is to improve the local economy by attracting visitors to stay longer. We are looking for volunteer Tourism Ambassadors to engage with people at our visitor information centers in Bellingham.

Volunteers must be familiar with Whatcom County attractions (or have an eagerness to learn), be able to investigate and provide clear directions, and handle multiple tasks at one time. Strong communication and customer service skills are essential, as well as having a positive and friendly attitude.

We are asking that volunteers commit to one shift per week, for a minimum of three months. Shifts are 3-4 hours. If you are interested, but have more questions about availability, please reach out.

Benefits to joining our team: trips to learn about area attractions, hotels, and outdoor adventures. We also have volunteer appreciation parties and provide snacks during shifts. Anyone who has felt more isolated the last couple years and has been looking for a way to get more involved in the community, couldn’t ask for a better opportunity than working in local tourism!  

Visitors need you! Please volunteer and share your knowledge with those who are looking for an opportunity to explore all that Whatcom County has to offer. 

The U-District Mentoring Program & Garfield and Whitman Elementary are looking for mentors!

Make a lasting impact in a child's life! Join us at Garfield or Whitman Elementary in North Spokane and become a mentor to an elementary student who will look forward to connecting with you each week.

This rewarding opportunity requires just 30 minutes of your time once a week throughout the school year. Whether you're sharing lunch, playing board games, enjoying conversation, or heading out to the playground, you'll be creating meaningful moments that matter.

Program Details:

Ready to get started? Contact Lexi today!

Follow our impact:

Join our team and help create connections that make a difference

The Surgery Center at Holy Family offers state-of-the-art technology, innovative treatment options, and a highly trained surgical staff.  Volunteers assist staff in this busy unit checking-in patients and escorting or transporting patients to their procedure or hospital room.  

Experience the benefit a dog visit brings to the health and well-being of hospitalized patients through this special program.  Dogs and their handlers must be certified with Pet Partners: Volunteer to Spread Joy and Comfort with Pets.

Our Soul Cart Volunteers are an integral part of keeping our Inpatient population socially and emotionally healthy.  They offer social interaction, and cognitive activities to combat boredom, melancholy and depression.  We also offer a variety of self-care items to help our patients feel a sense of normalcy in their day-to-day routine.