Opportunities From: Serve Washington

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

Make a difference in our housing community by delivering fresh groceries to our community food pantry! This volunteer position has a direct impact on our resident's access to fresh groceries by picking up food donations in Kenmore and delivering them to our housing in the Central District. This position is well-suited for friends or partners who would like to volunteer together to make a difference in the greater seattle area.

By volunteering with PHC you will be directly involved in building community and connections among residents. Many of our residents are negatively impacted by chronic mental health conditions, trauma, and homelessness. If you are passionate about access to food, mental health, community, and housing, this volunteer opportunity is for you!

Individuals in this position will be lifting boxes up to 40lbs, walking short distances while carrying 40lbs, driving their personal vehicle, and cleaning out the community pantry.

Commitment: One shift a month on Friday evenings for 2-4 hours per shift. Friday shifts are flexible, and Mileage reimbursement is available.

To apply, visit our website or reach out! We are happy to answer any questions.
http://plyhc.org/volunteer

We warmly encourage individuals from all walks of life, including those who identify as LGBTQIA+, Black or People of Color, or individuals with lived experiences of homelessness, mental illness, or low-income backgrounds, to apply. PHC values diversity and believes that people from varied backgrounds bring invaluable perspectives to the work we do. Your unique experiences and perspectives will help strengthen the community we’re building together.

Auction items will be picked up from the FareStart restaurant the week following the event.

Volunteers will support by greeting auction winners, and distributing auction items.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Our address is below but the addresses of events vary.

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

Meetings are on Zoom.

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

We are editing online - also require training.

Please send resume.  We will interview.

Welcome back to campus everyone!! For our first CARE Weekend of the year, we have the opportunity to help Hope Heals with their moving process! We will help with packing and loading up donations and other items. This is a great opportunity to get to know your community better and meet other students! 

Please join us in Foreman Lobby at 2:45 pm to debrief and arrange transportation. If you have any questions, please reach out to Gina Lorenz or Aidan Richards. See you there, and bring your friends!

As the weather turns, Ferndale Community Services is gearing up to open our Severe Weather Shelter from November through March. We're on the lookout for dedicated volunteers to help us provide a safe, warm, and welcoming space for our unhoused neighbors on the coldest nights of the year.

You'll be the friendly face that greets our guests, helping with everything from setup and check-in to just being a supportive presence. We have flexible 4-hour shifts available between 4:30 p.m. and 9:30 a.m. It’s not always glamorous work, but it’s incredibly meaningful, and it makes a direct impact right here in our community.

No prior experience? No problem! What we're really looking for are compassionate and reliable people. We provide all the necessary training, including an on-site orientation and valuable de-escalation skills, to make sure you're confident and prepared.

Ready to be a part of the team? Let's make sure everyone in our community has a safe place to turn this winter. We literally couldn't do it without you!

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

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

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

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

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

Join us in making a difference and providing essential resources to those in need. To join our team, visit: www.redcross.org/volunteer or contact your local chapter at JoinUsNW@redcross.org

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

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

Join us in making a difference and providing essential resources to those in need. To join our team, visit: www.redcross.org/volunteer or contact your local chapter at JoinUsNW@redcross.org

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

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

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

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

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

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

Come support us and the Friends of Big Rock Garden Park as we clean sculptures and tidy up this peaceful park!

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. 

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.

Celebrate the start of the Parks Volunteer Program’s fall work party season with us and the Kiwanis Club as we work to restore salmon habitat in Whatcom Creek and clean up this well-loved trail corridor behind City Hall.

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. 

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

If you are bringing any youth under age 18 and have issues with the waiver or don’t want to create a separate account for them, you can also sign a paper youth waiver at check-in on the day of the work party. Just be sure to reserve spots on your team for them.

Thank you for your patience with our volunteer registration system!

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Hear firsthand why others have volunteered in this role. Training is free and the experience is priceless. 

Get started at www.redcross.org/volunteer We are the American Red Cross. Sleeves up. Hearts open. All in.

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!       

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!

ADEFUA is now seek Board Members and A Job Position!

Come help the City of Issaquah plan and implement events celebrating America’s 250th birthday!  The City of Issaquah is seeking a dedicated volunteer to serve as the Executive Director of the 4th of July Commission. This unpaid leadership role is ideal for someone with a passion for our community and experience organizing programs and activities. Issaquah Mayor Mary Lou Pauly, earlier this year, appointed a 4th of July Commission charged with developing and providing policy guidance for the City’s celebrations commemorating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

The Executive Director will oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of the City’s 250th-anniversary activities.   These activities will include several small events during 2026 and a parade and celebration on July 4, 2026.  We are looking for an enthusiastic leader with strong skills in public speaking, fundraising, and event management, as well as a collaborative spirit and the ability to inspire volunteers. This is an opportunity to make a lasting impact on Issaquah by bringing our community together in celebration.

The position is anticipated to work 10-20 hours per week and will end on December 31, 2026.  This position reports to the City Administrator.

EQUITY STATEMENT  

The City of Issaquah strives to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the community we serve. We value a variety of perspectives and life experiences and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply. Applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under federal, state, and local laws. We believe diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to the success of our City operations.  

Interested? Apply here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/issaquahwa/jobs/5072847/executive-director-city-of-issaquah-4th-of-july-commission-volunteer?keywords=executive director&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

Join us for a Forest Steward Led Work Party on the 62nd Street Trail!

Mercer Island Forest Stewards will be hosting a work party on the 62nd street trail. We will be clearing weeds from the trail to help prep for future planting events! It will be a great chance to get your hands in the dirt and work alongside neighbors and friends! No experience necessary; gloves and tools are provided.

Please note: we require participants aged 14 and under to volunteer with a parent or guardian at a ratio of 1 adult to 3 kids.

When: Saturday, October 11th, 10am-12pm

Where: 62nd Street Trail off of Island Crest Way, if driving you can park at the intersection of 84th Ave SE and SE 62nd st.

What to bring: Dress for the weather in clothes you don’t mind getting dirty (think: long pants, boots or sneakers). Bring a water bottle. Small snacks, gloves, and tools will be provided.

When: Friday, October 31st: 9:00AM-1:00PM

Where: St. George’s School Parking

2929 West Waikiki Road, Spokane, WA 99208                

47.76842673394092, -117.47240943526481

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!

Scotch Broom is a Class B Noxious Weed that crowds out native species and can be harmful to habitat. Within the Little Spokane Natural Area, there is a large and growing area of this invasive plant. We will be targeting smaller patches of this plant along the edges of the affected area.

Project Description: From the parking lot, we will be hiking about 1 mile into the worksite to start removing the Scotch Broom plant. Volunteers can use weed whackers, loppers, and handsaws to cut down the plant. Then, crew leaders will follow up by spraying the stumps with herbicide so that the plant does not grow back.

Hiking Information: Expect to hike up to 3 miles total on steep and uneven terrain.  

Planning Information:

Things to bring:

Required:

Recommended:

Work gloves and eye protection will be provided but, if possible, we recommend bringing your own. We also will be providing tools but if you would like to bring your own, we will be using: handsaws, loppers, and weed whackers with a metal blade attachment.

When: Saturday, October 11th: 9AM-2PM

Where: Carlson Trailhead – Riverside State Park Carlson Road Trailhead, Nine Mile Falls, WA

99026 47.772202, -117.552498  

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!

Project Description: The Deep Creek Interpretive Loop trail is a 2-mile loop through moderately steep terrain in a very rocky area. Volunteers have already removed the old signage, and we will work on installing 9 new interpretive signs along the trail. This will include digging holes, setting the new post, and attaching the new signage.  

Hiking Information: From Carlson Trailhead, we will hike about 3 miles in moderately steep and uneven terrain.  

Planning Information:

-No experience is necessary; we will provide the training and tools you need

-Expect to be physically active at your own pace for up to 5 hours on uneven and steep terrain

-No problem if you need to leave early, but please be on time to sign in and attend safety briefing!

-Recommended for ages 10 and older; under 14 must be accompanied by an adult and a parental consent form must be signed for anyone under 18

-We are unable to sign off on court mandated community service

Things to bring:

Required:

-Sturdy closed-toe shoes

-Work gloves

-Eye protection (glasses, sunglasses, or safety glasses)

-Lunch and plenty of water

-A pack to carry your personal gear

-Discover Parking Pass (we can issue a day pass if you do not have one)

Recommended:

-Long pants

-Long sleeved shirt

Work gloves and eye protection will be provided but, if possible, we recommend bringing your own. We also will be providing tools but if you would like to bring your own, we will be using: rock bars, shovels, handsaws, and loppers.

When: Thursday, October 23rd: 10AM-2PM

Where: Wilber Trailhead, The Centennial Trail

Nine Mile Falls, WA 99026

47.732302158191175, -117.51374203298147

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!

Project Description: From Wilber Trailhead, we will walk down the Centennial trail about ½ mile to the CCC camp area. There are several overstocked stands of Ponderosa Pine trees in the area that could use some thinning. By removing the weaker trees and leaving the appropriate amount of space for the healthier trees, we can improve the health of the stand as well as reduce wildfire severity risks. We will start out by using handsaws and loppers to remove smaller trees. For the second half of the event, we can fire up the woodchipper and broadcast the mulch within the newly thinned stand of trees.

Hiking Information: ½ mile on flat, paved trail. After our safety briefing at the trailhead, we will hike down the Centennial Trail to the CCC camp.

Planning Information:

Things to bring:

Required:

Recommended:

Work gloves and eye protection will be provided but, if possible, we recommend bringing your own. We also will be providing tools but if you would like to bring your own, we will be using: handsaws, loppers, and pole saws.

When: Friday, October 10th: 9AM-2PM

Where: Carlson Trailhead – Riverside State Park Carlson Road Trailhead, Nine Mile Falls, WA

99026 47.772202, -117.552498  

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!

Project Description: The Deep Creek Interpretive Loop trail is a 2-mile loop through moderately steep terrain in a very rocky area. Volunteers have already removed the old signage, and we will work on installing 9 new interpretive signs along the trail. This will include digging holes, setting the new post, and attaching the new signage.  

Hiking Information: From Carlson Trailhead, we will hike about 3 miles in moderately steep and uneven terrain.  

Planning Information:

-No experience is necessary; we will provide the training and tools you need

-Expect to be physically active at your own pace for up to 5 hours on uneven and steep terrain

-No problem if you need to leave early, but please be on time to sign in and attend safety briefing!

-Recommended for ages 10 and older; under 14 must be accompanied by an adult and a parental consent form must be signed for anyone under 18

-We are unable to sign off on court mandated community service

Things to bring:

Required:

-Sturdy closed-toe shoes

-Work gloves

-Eye protection (glasses, sunglasses, or safety glasses)

-Lunch and plenty of water

-A pack to carry your personal gear

-Discover Parking Pass (we can issue a day pass if you do not have one)

Recommended:

-Long pants

-Long sleeved shirt

Work gloves and eye protection will be provided but, if possible, we recommend bringing your own. We also will be providing tools but if you would like to bring your own, we will be using: rock bars, shovels, handsaws, and loppers.

Seeking volunteer digital navigator to work with seniors living at Woodrose Apartments (Bellingham WA). Ideal candidate will have good customer service skills and some basic technical skills. Training and support provided by CIRC. Please reach out if you have any questions. 

Title: Digital Navigator

Reports to: The Digital Navigator will report to CIRC Program Manager of Health & Technology Initiatives (Amber Cunningham)

Job Overview: The Digital Navigator provides individualized or small group assistance to

older adults living in affordable housing that need affordable home internet service, affordable internet-capable devices, and/or coaching in introductory digital skills to become effective home internet users.  Assistance is provided primarily in person but may also include email and other communication methods.

The Digital Navigator’s work is part of CIRC’s efforts to provide equitable internet access and technology education for residents. The Digital Navigator is a part-time position, ideally lasting 6 months with a 4 hour a week commitment.

Responsibilities and Duties

● Receive, return, or initiate telephone contact with residents seeking assistance or

identified by CIRC.

● Discuss with each resident their home internet access/need for home internet

access, technology experiences and their devices.

● Assess the resident’s access to technology, current digital skill level pertaining to what they

need to accomplish the plan, connectivity needs, and internet use priorities. Set

agreed goals for Digital Navigator services. Confirm the details with the resident.

● If necessary, advise residents about free or affordable home internet service options

for which they may qualify, assist them in applying for services they choose, and

support their efforts to secure the service.

● If necessary, advise residents about sources of affordable computers or other internet

connected devices for which they may qualify, and support their efforts to acquire

appropriate devices and where they can get help for repair.

● Coach residents as necessary to use their home internet services to meet

their internet use priorities. This may include referral to sources of additional digital literacy skill training.

● Track each resident’s progress and types of requests, keep accurate and timely

records, and report outcomes as required.

● Plan and manage ongoing assistance to fulfill the resident’s agreed upon goals.

● Other tasks as necessary.

Critical Skills and Aptitudes

● Ability to embrace the challenge of learning and teaching basic technological

concepts related to internet services, computer, and device characteristics, and

common online services and applications.

● Excellent self-organization, language capacity, and cultural competency.

● Excellent telephone and online communication skills, including the ability to

establish trust with clients of varied educational and cultural backgrounds.

● Ability to demonstrate positive attitude, excellent interpersonal skills, cultural

sensitivity and a sense of humor in working with diverse customers, coworkers, and

community.

● Ability to creatively solve problems, and negotiate and handle stressful situations in

a positive manner.

● Ability to provide excellent customer service, establish appropriate boundaries with

clients, and to demonstrate innovation and flexibility.

 Framework provided by the National Digital Inclusion Alliance (NDIA)

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Time Commitment:

Minimum 8-hours per month

Requirements:

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

Responsibilities include:

Training will be provided. 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Time Commitment:

Minimum 8-hours per month

Requirements:

The Disaster Action Team (DAT) Coordinator will assist in leading chapter activities by providing administrative support to the DAT program. Also, works with other chapter leadership to define and articulate the overall strategy for the Disaster Action Team program.

What is the Disaster Action Team? Disaster Action Team volunteers help local families cope with emergencies. 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.

Responsibilities as a Disaster Action Team Coordinator include:

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

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

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

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

Ensure military families' needs are met when faced with an emergency

Responsibilities

Support the Red Cross mission

* Maintain strict confidentiality of any case notes, names and other personal information in accordance with Red Cross policies

* Understand and apply Service to Armed Forces (SAF) policies, procedures and protocols related to Red Cross client services consistently and correctly

* Support the follow up process to include making follow-up calls to military members and/or families to determine if their needs are met, providing other follow-up actions needed for complete and timely client service

* Acquire a working knowledge of local, state and federal resources aiding military members, families and veterans

* Maintain professionalism and conduct as stated in Red Cross policy

The Red Cross Club Coordinator serves as a liaison between the Red Cross and Club student leadership. They help to create and maintain an environment where youth (high school & college aged students) feel empowered to lead and mobilize peers in community service projects addressing local and global issues. Club Coordinators support school year start up, help document activities and hours, and attend monthly Club meetings and events throughout the school year, virtually! Events may include hosting blood drives, personal care item drives for veterans, fundraising, and disaster preparedness campaigns. This can be served as an all-virtual opportunity! Evening and weekend availability preferred. 

Duty Officer (disaster hotline volunteer)- The Duty officer is the first line of contact for First Responders. Police/Fire/Ambulance calls the Red Cross disaster hotline and the Duty Officer is the one that receives the call, takes down all the pertinent information, and then calls the DAT team and relays the information (Example: Home fire at __ location, 4 Adults, 2 kids, a dog and a cat all need services). Then the DAT team responds in person to the event and provides immediate assistance. Calls are relayed from the hotline to your personal cell phone.

Duty Officers coordinate with our Disaster Action Team members to initialize a disaster or emergency response. When a fire, flood, or other disaster occurs, our central Hotline phone will forward to your personal cell phone. You then contact our team members to dispatch them to respond to various situations.

Responsibilities:

Leadership:

Functional:

Qualifications:

Support Red Cross Life Saving Mission - Serve as a Blood Donor Ambassador!

Welcome and greet blood donors during a Red Cross Blood drive by providing exceptional customer services and ensuring a rewarding/positive  experience, so donors return next time. 

Enhance your customer service skills and gain experience working directly in healthcare setting. Staff reception area, support donor check-in process with their appointment time, ask donors to read required medical material, and make telephone calls for reminders and additional follow up. 

Support hospitality experience by offering refreshments and giving immediate attention to anyone feeling unwell. Invite donors to to return by providing educational information about the positive impact and lifesaving service of blood donations. 

Schedule minimum of one 6 hour shift per month 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

This virtual role provides follow-up and recovery planning services for individuals and households following home fires or disasters, including referrals. Caseworkers make initial contact with the client within 48 hours of the disaster. Work with clients to get connected with resources. All training is provided.

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

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

Our DAT team is responsible for:

Further requirements:

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

Requirements:

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

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

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

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

Grant Writer

Assist with research and documentation relating to grants and foundations.

APPLY NOW Locations

Seattle area, Tacoma area

Key Responsibilities

Qualifications

Training

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

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

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

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

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

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

Make a Real-Time Impact During Disasters

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

What You’ll Do:

Monitor incoming disaster alerts and assess response needs

Dispatch Red Cross volunteers to provide immediate assistance

Communicate clearly and calmly with team members and affected individuals

Use Red Cross systems to track and manage response activities

What You’ll Need:

Comfort talking on the phone with new people

Ability to learn and use computer applications

Strong organizational and multitasking skills

Reliable access to a computer, internet, and phone

Willingness to complete Red Cross training

Why It Matters:

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

Get started: 

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

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.

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

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

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!

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.