Opportunities From: Serve Washington

Help our non-profit Full Life Care get organized ahead of the winter holiday season to help us spread cheer to low-income and isolated seniors, adults with disabilities, and unpaid family caregivers. 

Sort Christmas themed holiday donations and party decor, prep holiday greeting card mailings, and hand draw your own holiday doodles on envelopes. 

Not celebrating Christmas? No problem! All are welcome. Other seasonal themed cards and supplies will be available to organize and contribute to as well.

Note: This service project is behind-the-scenes, not including clients. If interested in direct client interaction with our seniors, caregivers, and/or adults with disabilities, refer to our additional volunteer opportunities.

Volunteers under 18 will require accompaniment from an adult group leader or parent/guardian.

Additional supply sorting volunteer event times will be announced in upcoming months. 

Do you have life experience, practical skills, and a desire to make a meaningful difference in the lives of families?

The Women & Children's Pallet Shelter Village is seeking compassionate indivdual/group volunteers to serve as Community Elders. Community Elders provide the kind of support, encouragement, and guidance that many of us receive from trusted family members, neighbors, mentors, or grandparents.

This role is not about being a case manager or counselor. Instead, Community Elders help create a welcoming and supportive community by spending time with residents, sharing life skills, offering encouragement, and building positive relationships.

Examples of volunteer activities may include:

We are looking for volunteers who are patient, respectful, dependable, and committed to creating a safe and welcoming environment for families working toward stability and permanent housing.

Sometimes the most meaningful support comes from a caring adult who shows up consistently, shares their wisdom, and reminds others that they are not alone.

If you believe it takes a village, we'd love to have you join ours. Please respond if you would like to support!!! :)

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. 

We currently have a couple of shifts we need help with!

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!

Help reduce landfill waste and reduce hunger in our community by supporting a free community fridge!

Sign up to clean up the Freedge (community fridge) on Mondays and Thursdays! Spend about 30 minutes wiping down the inside of the fridge, taking the trash out and generally making the space welcoming and presentable to encourage folks to come get the free food. 

You do not need a vehicle to complete this shift, and all cleaning materials are provided. 

For more information, and to sign up for shifts click this link! 

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.

We’re looking for a kind-hearted volunteer to brighten the days of our residents by offering simple nail painting sessions. Ideally this would be a scheduled volunteer activity, but we are very flexible with time and dates. No professional experience required — just a steady hand, a caring heart, and a love for connecting with people.

Pushing Boundaries, the Puget Sound’s only Paralysis Exercise Therapy Center, is seeking board members who are passionate about maximizing function, strength, and independence for people navigating paralysis and neurological movement disorders. We are looking for engaged individuals who can provide leadership, advocacy, community connections, and strategic support to help expand access to life-changing therapy programs and strengthen our impact. Please reach out to Board President, Annie LaCroix at annie@pushing-boundaries.org.

When: Thursday, July 30th 8AM-Noon

Where: Equestrian Day Use Area (Arena)

Overview: Riverside State Park consists of 9,194 acres along the Spokane and Little Spokane rivers. Recreational opportunities include mountain biking, horseback riding, hiking, boating and more!

Getting There: From West Trails Road/Government Way, turn North onto N Riverside State Park Drive. Take your first right to head towards the Equestrian area (gravel road - 1 mile). Follow the road to its end and park. We will meet in the parking area and then head to the Arena (1 minute walk from trailhead).

Project Description: We will continue prepping and staining the Equestrian Arena fence. We will utilize paint brushes for the corners, and rollers for the rails. This is a large fence and there is plenty of room for each of us to paint our own panel. There may be some sections that could use some more prep work so we can continue scraping and cleaning the fence as needed. 

Hiking Information: 1-minute flat walk from the parking area and restroom.

Planning Information:

Things to bring:

Required:

Recommended: 

Work gloves, face mask, and eye protection will be provided but, if possible, we recommend bringing your own. 

Supplemental Tools to Bring (Not necessary, but helpful):

This volunteer opportunity consists of sorting, stocking food, portioning bulk food, and helping distribute food to clients.

Food Bank Shifts: 

8:00am-2:30pm

8:00am-11:15am

11:00am-2:30pm

When you arrive at the Food Bank, please park on the side street and come through the side door in the parking lot. 

If Everett school district is CLOSED or 2-hour late start the food bank is CLOSED. Please check here for closures: Everett Public Schools / Homepage (everettsd.org)

Note:

In a professional/casual work setting, volunteers should wear clothing that is comfortable and practical for work but not distracting or offensive to others. Any clothing that has words, terms, or pictures that may be offensive to other volunteers, clients, or employees is unacceptable.

In the food bank, volunteers are encouraged to wear comfortable clothes and dress in layers to accommodate varying temperatures. Volunteers are required to wear close-toed shoes in the food bank.

Join our crew to learn new skills, connect with your community, and have lots of fun. No prior experience required!

How we serve the community

The Capitol Hill Tool Library empowers our neighborhood to build DIY skills and improve sustainability, through offering tool borrowing, workspace, and classes.

Our inventory includes over 3,000 items, ranging from ice cream makers to hedge trimmers to sewing machines to drills. Our workshop has spaces for woodworking, jewelry making, and 3D printing. And our classes cover everything from backpacking to kombucha brewing wood shop safety to tax prep.

We're an entirely volunteer staff, and everything we offer is free or pay-what-you-can so that we can serve everyone in the community.

What skills you’ll need

Absolutely none. Really!

Many of us (including the person writing this listing!) came to the tool library with no DIY, woodworking, or "maker" experience at all - just an interest in connecting with our neighborhood. It’s very easy to learn on the job.

What you’ll do

We're open six days per week, for three hours each day. You'll pick a day to come in for, where you and one or two other tool librarians will serve patrons and improve the library. This includes checking tools in and out (like a library book), organizing inventory, helping patrons plan their projects, designing outreach and signage, and repairing broken items.

During your first shift, you’ll get an orientation from an existing volunteer and we’ll help you find tasks that you enjoy.

Why you’ll be excited

Staffing the tool library is a fun, rewarding way to connect with your community. You’ll meet your neighbors and help them with projects that they’re infectiously enthusiastic about. You’ll also learn a ton through your own tasks - whether it’s by cataloging new inventory, chatting with patrons, or opening up and trying to repair items.

You’ll do all this while working as a team with other sociable, community-minded tool librarians who are excited to make Capitol Hill a better place. You'll also have a chance to meet tool librarians from other shifts at our monthly volunteer potlucks.

Final ask

Please let us know your phone number so our volunteer coordinator can reach out to you. (There's no way within United Way's interface for us set this as a requirement, unfortunately.)

Rooted Home Furniture Bank is looking for volunteer Furniture Pickup & Delivery Team Members to help collect donated furniture and deliver essential household items to individuals and families transitioning into stable housing in Whatcom County.

This hands-on role is one of the most direct ways to support our mission. Volunteers help pick up donated furniture from community members, load and unload items, and deliver pieces such as beds, dressers, tables, chairs, lamps, and other home essentials to local households. By helping move these items, volunteers play a direct part in turning empty housing into comfortable, functional homes.

Volunteers should be comfortable lifting 30+ lbs, working as part of a team, and treating donors, clients, homes, and belongings with care and respect. Access to a truck, van, or trailer is helpful but not required. We welcome volunteers who can drive, lift, navigate, organize, or assist as part of a pickup and delivery team.

This is a great opportunity for people who enjoy hands-on service, teamwork, and making an immediate difference in the community. Flexible one-time, occasional, and ongoing volunteer opportunities are available.

Wish-granting volunteers work in teams of two to help plan and fulfill a child’s wish. New volunteers are paired with a mentor volunteer to help guide them through the wish journey. Each wish is as unique as the child who dreams it, so the level of volunteer commitment varies from wish to wish. Training is online and on-demand, and volunteers choose the wishes that best fit into their schedule. Wish-granting opportunities can be in-person, virtual, or hybrid. There is no financial commitment required.

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

When we know more, we can do more. 

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

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

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

What You'll Do:

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

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

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

Be an Ambassador: Coming soon

Why Volunteer with Community Compass?

Easy and accessible: Volunteer remotely at your convenience.

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

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

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

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

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

When we know more, we can do more. 

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

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

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

What You'll Do:

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

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

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

Be an Ambassador: Coming soon

Why Volunteer with Community Compass?

Easy and accessible: Volunteer remotely at your convenience.

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

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

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

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

13735 24th Avenue S . SeaTac, WA 98168

Job Title: Garden Docent

Position Overview: The Highline SeaTac Botanical Garden is seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Garden Docent to lead small tours in our beautiful garden. The successful candidate will be passionate about plants, knowledgeable about the garden’s history, and able to communicate this information effectively to visitors of all ages. As a Garden Docent, you will be responsible for leading groups of visitors on informative tours, answering questions, and providing a positive experience for guests.

Key Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

Physical Requirements:

The Garden Docent will report to the Volunteer Coordinator and work closely with the garden staff and volunteers to provide a positive experience for visitors.

Read individual requests for books. Create packages. You must be able to read cursive. Appropriate for mature teens. Keep in mind you will encounter adult themes.

Volunteer at SOAFEST 4.0: Be Part of the Movement!

The 4th Annual Sounds of Africa Festival is almost here, and we need YOU to help bring it to life! This vibrant celebration of African culture, music, fashion, and community is powered by volunteers like you. Whether you can lend a hand the day before or during the event, your time and energy will make a lasting impact.

Event Date: Saturday, August 15th, 2026  

Location: Garfield Park, Everett (2300 Walnut St, Everett, WA 98201)

Contact: (253)-235-2132 |  info@wawac.org  

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

DAY ONE: Friday, August 14th: Pre-Event Setup

Shift: 10am–7pm

Flyer Distribution Booth: Help distribute flyers at the main entrance starting at 10am.

Event Setup Crew: Assist with setting up the bouncy house, banners, staging,  and audio equipment.

DAY TWO: Saturday, August 15th — Festival Day

Shift Options:

9am–1pm (Early Morning)

12pm–4pm (During Event)

3pm–7pm (Evening)

6pm–10pm (Evening)

1pm–7pm (Entire Event)

Volunteer Roles:

Entrance Check-ins: Greet guests and track attendance at four entrances.

Traffic: Direct parking and vendor access.

Fashion Show: Support models showcasing traditional African attire.

Vendors: Assist with vendor check-in and compliance.

Media: Capture photos and videos with our media team.

Stage Coordination: Support performers and manage stage logistics.

Transportation & Logistics: Move supplies, food, and equipment.

Bideww Kids: Supervise youth performances of African Union anthem and “An African Child” 

Security: Help ensure safety throughout the event.

Food Distribution:  Assist with serving and organizing food.

Why Volunteer?

This isn’t just a festival — it’s a legacy. Every drumbeat, every dance, every child’s smile is a celebration of African pride and community. Your support helps create a space where joy, culture, and connection thrive.

 Ready to Join Us?

Sign up today to be part of SOAFEST .0!  

Let’s build something beautiful together.

Seattle Parks and Recreation's annual Big Day of Play is a celebration of our City’s diversity and it encourages neighbors, communities and families to have fun, build relationships and be active together. This year's event takes place on Saturday, August 15th from 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. at the Rainier Playfield and Mt Baker Rowing & Sailing Center. Register for a 3-to-8-hour shift between 9:30am and 7:00pm and spend the rest of your day at play.

Register at https://bit.ly/BDOPVolunteer2026

Volunteer roles include:

And so much more!

More information can be found at www.bigdayofplay.org/volunteer. 

Make a positive impact on the quality of life in our community by volunteering with Parks & Rec! With over 4,000 acres of protected green space and hundreds of recreation activities, volunteers are integral in helping Spokane keep our public spaces and recreation actives enjoyable and accessible to all. 

This volunteer opportunity at Finch Arboretum involves cleaning, greening, stewardship and landscape restoration of John A. Finch Arboretum. Duties may include: litter clean-up; removing weeds and other invasive vegetation; native plant restoration; mulching with wood chips; planting trees, shrubs, and herbaceous vegetation; setting irrigation and watering plants; mowing; general janitorial; general labor; and some interaction with the public.

Due to this position requiring supervision from staff, evening and weekend volunteer hours are not available.

Come help hand out slips of paper to shoppers with our most needed items for our preschool kids and collect donated items at the Monroe Fred Meyer entrances! :)

UTOPIA Fa‘ato‘aga is a community-powered farm where volunteers support Pacific Islander food traditions, collective care, and local food access. Volunteering here is about connection. Working side by side, sharing knowledge, and growing food rooted in culture and community well-being.

Do you have good driving skills and some time to serve others?  We need you.

Gardenview Village occasionally needs volunteers to transport guests to appointments, the grocery store, and other necessary locations. We would like to have a list of trained and dedicated volunteers with whom we can coordinate scheduling ahead of time to ensure dependable transportation to appointments is available when needed.   

This volunteer opportunity can be scheduled based on your available frequency.  We welcome daily, weekly, or monthly transporters' commitments.  Along with providing transportation to our guests, this experience offers the opportunity to form a positive connection and the potential for relationship building.  

The Gardenview Village van will be available for the transporters to drive, but for insurance purposes, it requires the following to be on file for each driver:

Completed volunteer application
Approved background check (Road2Home will do this)
Driver's Abstract Report (Volunteer requests this and provides a copy to Road2Home.  Road2Home will reimburse volunteers for the $15 fee associated with this report.
Copy of valid driver's license
Completion of Road2Home Volunteer Training 

We're excited to have you join our volunteer team!  To start your journey with Road2Home, click the link below to begin the application process.

Road2Home is actively recruiting for new board members who believe in our mission and want to volunteer with an agency doing first-hand work with our unsheltered community members in Bellingham and Whatcom County. 

We are looking for compassionate and motivated individuals who want to actively serve the organization and help further it's mission.  Applicants must be able to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with the board of directors.  Prior board experience is a huge plus!

Individuals interested in taking an active position with the board of directors or who have a specific skillset in fundraising, grant writing, HR, or accounting are highly encouraged to apply. 

We look forward to working with you soon!  To begin the process of becoming a Road2Home board member click here!

Help Spokane Valley Community Advocates (SVCA) guide the next chapter of our all-volunteer nonprofit. Board & Leadership Volunteers provide oversight, strengthen community connections, and actively support our rebuild and relaunch goals.

Volunteer Duties:

Good Fit For: Volunteers with board governance experience or those willing to learn and apply new skills while actively participating in SVCA’s rebuild, relaunch, and long-term sustainability goals. SVCA values diverse perspectives, including lived experience with barriers similar to those faced by the neighbors we serve. Board members should support an inclusive, secular-based environment and be comfortable working with neurodiverse volunteers and community members.

ADA accessibility varies based on tasks and locations. Meetings and other work can be done remotely. WSP background check required. 18+. Training/Mentoring provided.

Time Commitment: 5–10 hours per month
Meeting Commitment: 4 quarterly board meetings and 1 annual meeting
Event Support: Assist with 4 community events annually

The Treasurer serves as the financial steward of RISE Northwest, providing strategic financial oversight and guidance to the Board of Directors. This volunteer leadership position plays a critical role in maintaining the organization’s fiscal integrity while supporting thoughtful growth and responsible stewardship of donor resources.

Working collaboratively with fellow board members, leadership, and financial partners, the Treasurer helps ensure sound financial practices that enable RISE Northwest to continue serving grieving children and families throughout our community.

Responsibilities

As Treasurer, you will:

Qualifications

We’re looking for someone who has:

Time Commitment

Why Join Our Board?

Serving as Treasurer is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact beyond the numbers. Your expertise will help ensure that children and families navigating grief continue to receive compassionate support and life-changing programming.

If you are looking to use your professional skills to strengthen your community while serving alongside passionate nonprofit leaders, we would love to hear from you.

Apply

To express your interest, please send your résumé and a brief statement of interest to:

Email: contact@risenorthwest.org

Together, we can help ensure that no child must navigate grief alone.

We are looking for a volunteer that is comfortable with the computer, ready to be the first face our members see, and is available Monday and/or Wednesday mornings. Our front desk volunteer greets guests, helps sign up new members, files, makes copies, answers the phone, and more!

Garden volunteer jobs such as weeding, bagging and taking green waste to the curb, spreading straw and mulch, repairing raised beds, pruning plants or harvesting, laying down weed barrier and chips. Help us in the garden  season! 

The Sounds of Africa Festival is returning this August, bringing together community members to celebrate African culture through music, dance, fashion, food, and art. We are seeking dedicated volunteers to support event planning and logistics as we prepare for this vibrant, free community festival.

Assist with event planning and coordination

Support vendor and performer logistics

Help organize activity zones, schedules, and event flow

Contribute to volunteer coordination and communication

Provide on‑site support during the festival (optional but appreciated)

Organized, reliable individuals

People who enjoy teamwork and community engagement

Anyone with interest or experience in events, logistics, or cultural programming

Volunteers who want to make a meaningful impact

Your support helps us create a welcoming, joyful, and culturally rich experience for the community—celebrating African heritage and bringing people together through art, music, and shared experiences.

We’d love to have you be part of making this year’s festival unforgettable.

The Artistic Director for the Sounds of Africa Fashion Showcase is the creative lead responsible for designing and coordinating the most anticipated segment of the Sounds of Africa Festival. This role oversees the artistic vision, storytelling, cultural presentation, music, choreography, and overall runway experience.

Make a positive impact on the quality of life in our community by volunteering with Parks & Rec! With over 4,000 acres of protected green space and hundreds of recreation activities, volunteers are integral in helping Spokane keep our public spaces and recreation actives enjoyable and accessible to all. 

For this volunteer opportunity, we need help picking up litter in your local parks. All you need to bring is yourself! Volunteer at your leisure any time. Just let us know which park you'd like to volunteer at 48 hrs in advance so we can have supplies ready for you if needed. 

A Parks representative will email you within 72 hours of signing up to discuss the volunteer locations and hours with you.

We are looking for volunteers to help make MANAFest a success.  MANAFest brings together our Pacific Islander communities from across Washington State to celebrate who we are, where we come from, and the futures we’re building together. Join us for a day filled with culture, food, music, performances, workshops, vendors, community connection, and so much more. 

Sign up for a spot

This monthly event is an awesome (and easy!) way to support foster parents and caregivers in our community.  Volunteers are needed from 5:40-8:45 pm to provide childcare, snacks and games with kids while their caregivers take a few hours off! 

We are eager to host Family Night Out the first Friday in October and November this fall! 

This is a great volunteer opportunity for teens, students, families or large groups to volunteer together.  Please contact kayla@skookumkids.org with any questions and to sign up! 

Camp Skookum is seeking an experienced and organized cook to prepare meals for approximately 80-90 campers, staff, and volunteers during our camp at The Firs Retreat Center for the dates of Thursday, August 20 through Sunday, August 23.

What is Camp Skookum? It's a weekend long retreat for families impacted by the foster care system, where they get to connect and celebrate being together as a family. Camp Skookum is a place to make memories, find community with other families, and celebrate being together. And it’s completely free for families to attend.

Qualifications:

21 years or older with at least a high school diploma or equivalent

Valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle

Experience preparing meals for large groups

Current Whatcom County Food Handlers card 

Ability to develop positive relationships with volunteers and staff

Ability to work independently and manage food prep efficiently

Effective communication

Able to pass background check

Key Responsibilities

Prepare meals according to agreed-upon menu

Utilize the fully equipped commercial kitchen at The Firs

Ensure compliance with all food safety and sanitation standards as set by the Whatcom County Health Department

Manage food storage, preparation, and cleanup

Maintain a clean and organized kitchen throughout the camp session

Coordinate meal timing with camp staff and program schedules

Leave kitchen facilities in good condition following the conclusion of camp.

Camp Skookum is looking for a team of certified lifeguards to oversee Lake Time on August 21 and 22nd at the Firs Conference and Retreat Center in Bellingham WA.  At Skookum Kids, we are passionate about protecting the connection between children and their families while in the child welfare system, and want to celebrate and support families who are back together after their time apart. Camp Skookum is a place for reunified families to make memories, find community with other families, and celebrate being together. And it’s completely free for families to attend!

Requirements: 

Lake time will be roughly between 1-5pm on Friday the 21st, and Saturday the 22nd. 

If you are interested in supporting Camp Skookum by volunteering as a lifeguard, we'd love to connect with you! 

Description:  Help Spokane Valley Community Advocates (SVCA) prepare for our September reopening by organizing resources that help neighbors understand options, ask questions, and connect with community support. Resource Navigation volunteers help strengthen the tools used to guide neighbors from hardship toward stability. Volunteers will also be trained in the intake process (by phone) if they stay on after Sept 1, 2026.

Volunteer Duties:

Good Fit For:  Volunteers who enjoy research, organization, problem-solving, and helping connect people with information and resources.

Training provided. WSP background check required.

Description: Help Spokane Valley Community Advocates (SVCA) rebuild the in-kind donation and inventory support behind REACT™. REACT™ Support Volunteers help organize donated items, support inventory tracking, and assist with the donation pipeline that helps SVCA respond to practical needs in the community.

Volunteer Duties:

ADA accessibility depends on tasks and locations. Ability to lift/carry up to 25 lbs. preferred; lighter inventory tasks may be available. WSP background check required. 18+

Description: Help Spokane Valley Community Advocates (SVCA) rebuild and strengthen community connections before our September reopening. Outreach volunteers help introduce SVCA to local businesses, schools, faith organizations, and community partners through organized outreach campaigns.

Volunteer Duties:

Good Fit For: Volunteers who enjoy connecting with people, building relationships, organizing outreach efforts, and sharing community resources.

Remote planning with community-based outreach opportunities in Greater Spokane Valley. 

ADA accessibility varies based on tasks and locations. A vehicle is preferred with a driving record required. WSP background check required. 18+. Training provided.

Description: Help Spokane Valley Community Advocates (SVCA) stay organized and prepared for our September reopening. Administrative volunteers provide behind-the-scenes support that helps keep programs, records, and daily operations running smoothly.

Volunteer Duties:

Good Fit For: Volunteers who enjoy organization, details, record keeping, and behind-the-scenes support. Experience with Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, spreadsheets, forms, and digital documents helpful.

ADA accessibility varies based on tasks and locations. A vehicle is preferred with a driving record required. WSP background check required. 18+. Training provided.

Help Spokane Valley Community Advocates (SVCA) rebuild long-term support by connecting with donors, businesses, and community partners. Fundraising & Sustainability volunteers help strengthen the resources needed to continue serving Greater Spokane Valley neighbors.

Volunteer Duties:

Good Fit For: Volunteers who enjoy building relationships, researching opportunities, writing, organizing information, and helping create sustainable community support. Grant writing or fundraising experience a plus.

Other:  ADA accessibility varies based on tasks and locations. A vehicle is preferred with a driving record required. WSP background check required. 18+. Training provided.

Help Spokane Valley Community Advocates (SVCA) strengthen community outreach through creative, technical, and project-based support. Special Skills Volunteers use their experience to help improve communication, visibility, and organizational resources.

Volunteer Duties:

Good Fit For: Volunteers with skills or experience in marketing, graphic design, website support, social media, writing, technology, or other creative and professional areas.

ADA accessibility varies based on tasks and locations. This is most likely going to be a VIRTUAL role. A vehicle is preferred with a driving record required. WSP background check required. 18+. Training provided.

Become a volunteer mentor! Join a fun community! 

Rally Club Seattle is recruiting mentors for its “lunch bunch” group mentor community for the 2026/27 school year. Programming takes place onsite at Greenlake Elementary School in  NE Seattle (2400 N 65th St,  Seattle, WA 98103)  weekly on Mondays from 12-1pm (approximately).

Rally Club focuses on community and making meaningful connections. Connectedness not only has a powerful protective effect on mental health, but also improves other youth outcomes such as academic competence, concern for others, and confidence. Caring mentors like you create a welcoming, fun, and inclusive community that youth want to be a part of. Time is spent in larger group activities as well as in small groups and in giving individualized attention. Activities are tailored to youth need and interest.

Some great reasons to join:

-Community is good for all of us, and volunteering has measurable health benefits. 

-Our group format allows for others to cover absences, so although we ask for a once a week, semester commitment, it’s realistic.

-You can join with friend! It’s not only fun, but also provides the kids with healthy examples of adult friendships.

Volunteers will support the Food Access Network (FAN) team by helping with food pick-up from our food bank partners across King County. This will involve manually unloading food from trucks and transporting it to our Makeki (Market), where they will help stock the shelves. Volunteers will also assist with breaking down boxes, managing operations during Makeki (Market) hours under the supervision of the FAN team, and helping to close Makeki at the end of each operational day. Volunteers should be prepared to lift items weigh between 5 to 50 lbs.  Can only accommodate groups of up to 5 people. https://signup.com/go/FFbXSLA

Come help hand out slips of paper to shoppers with our most needed items for our preschool kids and collect donated items at the Murphy's Corner Fred Meyer entrances! :)

Volunteers are fundamental to the success of this event and play an important role in creating a memorable experience for participants.  Volunteer opportunities include Guest Registration, Hole-In-One Witness, Activity Stations and more.  Shifts are around 4 hours and take place in the morning, mid-day and afternoon.

Sign up to learn more and we will find a role and shift that works for you!

Skagit Runners hosts runs and uses the proceeds from the races to fund scholarships and trail projects throughout Skagit county. Skagit Flats is our biggest race and requires the most volunteers, please consider joining us for this event.  Sign-ups are at https://volunteersignup.org/XCBW7

The LNC is a partnership between Trinity Lutheran Church & Schools, Rick Steves, and Volunteers of America Western Washington. By bringing services, volunteers, and community groups into one place, the center will make it easier for people to get help, stay healthy, and feel connected. 

Please sign up for shifts that fit your schedule. 

**Volunteers can sign up for shifts prior to orientation. We just ask that you attend orientation as soon as you are available. 

Next Volunteer Orientation will be in July. 

Volunteer Tourism Ambassadors assist visitors, residents, and community members at our Visitor Information Centers by providing recommendations, insight, local knowledge, and general support. This volunteer role is ideal for individuals who enjoy engaging with the public and who take pride in sharing the best of Whatcom County.

What you will do

Qualifications

Time Commitment

Volunteer Benefits

Are you a responsible driver who wants to help local teens? We need you!

We are launching our first ever teen summer camps for Lydia Place families! This July, our Mental Health Team will be running two camps – an animal camp and a Dungeons and Dragons camp.

Many of the families we work with struggle with social isolation, and summer can be an especially tricky time for teens. The routine of school is gone and it can be extra hard to connect with friends and community. Teen summer camps in Whatcom County are limited and, when combined with other barriers, this experience moves out of reach for many low-income families.

We’ve put together two camps teens are excited to be a part of in a gorgeous location. Whether its spending time with other teens who love animals or love DnD-style live action role playing, our aim is to increase connection with each other, have fun, and to make sure that they know that they deserve incredible experiences like camp – that they are held and loved by larger community. It is free for our families and transportation will be provided...this is where you come in! 

We need someone to pickup and drop off teens from North Whatcom County (Blaine/Birch Bay) to camp (in Whatcom County close to Bellingham) for the week of July 27th. Teens will need a ride to camp, starts at 10am and then back home, ends at 4pm. Rides are needed Monday, July 27th - Thursday, July 30th. We would love to have one driver who can help, but if you can only do a few days, that would be great too.

Process:

If you are interested in learning more about camp, check out this short video: https://youtube.com/shorts/o_-gnwCoBX8?si=GcYBZreEKPKyVfI6

Wider Fairways is in its first year and opportunities are developing quickly.  This event support helps with setup, staffing our booth, and break down at community events.  

Help Wider Fairways organize and manage its contacts and materials.  Experience working with databases, spreadsheet, and tools for formatting E-newsletters needed.

Help tell the story of Wider Fairways through writing for E-newsletter to supporters and other materials.  We also would like to tell the stories of the obstacles and successes of young golfers, especially those from underserved communities.

Help tell the stories of Wider Fairways and the youth golfers we support.  We want to gather and use pictures to tell our story.  We need video production skills to bring these stories alive.

We’re looking for compassionate volunteers to join our Volunteer Transportation Program. Many oncology patients face challenges getting to their medical appointments due to limited transportation options. By volunteering, you can help ensure they receive the care they need—simply by offering a ride.

Our volunteer drivers provide safe, reliable transportation for cancer patients to and from their homes and hospitals or clinics throughout Spokane and surrounding communities. Your time and kindness can ease a stressful journey and truly make a difference in someone’s life.

Why volunteer with us?

You choose your own schedule

Ride requests are available Monday through Friday

No minimum time commitment

Flexible and rewarding way to give back

Mileage Reimbursement Option

Requirements:

Must be 21 or older

Have a valid driver’s license and cell phone

Own a reliable vehicle

Provide proof of car insurance

Join our network of caring volunteers and help bring hope, comfort, and support—one ride at a time. Sign up today!

Person needed to be part of a team to unload incoming donations. EVERY Monday 8:30-10:30. Volunteer will be lifting up to 50 lbs at times, stage food in designated locations. Must be able to lift, bend, stoop, use of a step stool and cart. 

Caritas FB is set up like a grocery store where the client can self select their items while keeping their dignity in tact. Volunteer will set up staging areas prior to distribution. The volunteer will walk the client thru to assist in selections and item limits. You will use a cart, pencil, and log sheet. Once client has finished, the items will be weighed and documented. There will be set up for the next days distribution and light cleaning at the end of the shift. Volunteer will need to be able to stand, walk slowly, bend, some light lifting. We ask for a minimum of twice a month at 3 hours per shift. Shift hours 9-12:30, 10:20-1:45

Wider Fairways is bringing youth from underserved communities into golf and supporting them to sustain their golf involvement year in and year out.  These young golfers will be members of the Wider Fairways Golf Association (WFGA) where they will be nurtured by belonging activities and each of them will be matched with a mentor.  Maybe that mentor will be you!

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Schedule and Location

Qualifications and Requirements

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

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

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

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

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

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

Volunteers may assist with:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

For those new to gleaning, gleaning is:

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

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

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

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

For those new to gleaning, gleaning is:

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

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

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

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

For those new to gleaning, gleaning is:

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

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

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

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

Volunteer Role: FareStart Ambassador (Information Tabling Volunteer)

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

Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

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

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

For those new to gleaning, gleaning is:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Click here to complete a volunteer application

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

A summary of Gates Foundation funding priorities relevant to WAWAC

A checklist of organizational readiness requirements

Recommendations for strengthening our data, evaluation, and storytelling

A narrative framework we can use when drafting the application

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

A step-by-step preparation timeline

Any gaps we need to address before applying

You’ll thrive in this role if you have:

Experience with grant writing, grant readiness, or nonprofit strategy

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

Strong writing, research, and document-creation skills

Ability to translate complex requirements into clear, actionable guidance

A passion for supporting immigrant and refugee communities

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

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

Ready to change a life from the comfort of home? 

Ready to change a life from the comfort of home? 

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

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

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

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

Helping people navigate their path to recovery.

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

What You’ll Do

What You’ll Need

Why It Matters

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Role: Downtown Guide

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

We will meet at the plaza downtown next to Starbucks

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

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

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

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

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

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