Opportunities From: Serve Washington

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The Food Bank @ St. Mary's serves over 1500 walk-in clients a week as well as delivering food to home bound seniors, schools and community programs. We are open for food distribution on Monday, Wednesday and Friday and for other tasks on Tuesday and Thursday. We have volunteer opportunities for various specific positions just now:

Computer check-in

Bakery pickup driver

Food handling and sorting

Lunch cook

Also we can always use help with food distribution and sorting.

The Public Health Reserve Corps is currently seeking new volunteers who meet membership criteria to assist in the response to COVID19 and future emergency responses. 

If you are interested in joining, please send an email to phrc@kingcounty.gov!

Recovery Café is in need of face masks to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 among our Members experiencing homelessness, addiction, and other mental health challenges. We are continuing to provide to-go meals for our Members, who need masks to protect themselves and others while picking up necessary food and supplies. Please read this page for more information about sewing face masks.

We are requesting 100 masks. If you’re able to provide some or all of these masks, please click “respond” and we will reach out to you to confirm the number of masks you can provide and delivery details. We ask that each volunteer responding to this request plan to make at least 10 masks.

Finished masks can be delivered/mailed to us at:

2022 Boren Ave; Seattle, WA 98121

While many of us are practicing social distancing, there are many low-income seniors and adults with disabilities who need essential medical transportation to their cancer treatments and dialysis. If you can help even once a week, it would make a huge impact in getting our clients to their life-sustaining treatments. This qualifies as an essential service that volunteers can provide.

A little bit about Volunteer Services:
Volunteer Services is a program of Catholic Community Services. VS provides volunteers who help with the living independence of low-income elders and people living with disabilities. Volunteers are matched to someone based on their interest and volunteering is done on YOUR schedule, in YOUR neighborhood! Just help once to four times a month doing housework, shopping, transportation, yard work, minor home repair, and companionship and make a huge difference in someone’s life. 

Due to the vulnerable population we serve, volunteers must complete an application, pass a background check, and attend an online orientation.

While many of us are practicing social distancing, there are many low-income seniors and adults with disabilities who need essential medical transportation to their cancer treatments and dialysis. If you can help even once a week, it would make a huge impact in getting our clients to their life-sustaining treatments. This qualifies as an essential service that volunteers can provide.

A little background on Volunteer Services:
Volunteer Services, a program of Catholic Community Services, assists low-income elders and persons living with disabilities. Volunteers can provide assistance with light housecleaning, transportation, grocery shopping, home repair and yard care. With a little help from volunteers, clients can continue to live independently in their homes.

Due to the vulnerable population we serve, volunteers must complete an application, pass a background check, and attend an orientation.

Northwest Art Alliance which produces the Best of the Northwest Art and Fine Craft Show,  is seeking applicants for the Board of Directors who have a Passion for Art and Fine Craft!

We invite interested parties from all over the NW United States to Join a group of artists and art advocates to advance the mission of this non-profit organization. Help us chart the future of this dynamic arts organization through artist development, broad community connections and opportunities for new pathways to celebrate art and fine craft.  If you have questions or would like to apply, please press the respond button and we will be in contact. 

What is the commitment and focus for members of the Board of Directors?

TIME COMMITMENT

SKILLS, TALENT AND KNOWLEDGE NEEDED some or all or… something you think of

For 50 years, Wonderland Child & Family Services has offered therapies and family supports for infants and toddlers with developmental delays or disabilities through early-intervention services. 

Now Wonderland will also provide these comprehensive supports and services at our new Hope RISING Clinic for Prenatal Substance Exposure. This groundbreaking new model combines interdisciplinary assessment and diagnosis of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) with evidence-based therapies for children, supports for the entire family, and community education to reduce shame and stigma.

We are looking for a pro bono attorney to review the new forms and service agreements given to the families we will be serving at the clinic to ensure all parties' rights and responsibilities are clear and tenable. This work can be done remotely, outside of regular business hours if needed.

POSITION SUMMARY

Assist with data and inventory management, distribution channel outreach and/or provide support for marketing and design objectives  

RESPONSIBILITIES (may vary depending on role)

QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Education and Experience:       

Required:

Preferred:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

ORIENTATION & TRAINING

New Volunteers will maintain in compliance with Refugee Artisan Initiative and program-specific standards in regard to competencies, safety and confidentiality.

Skate Journeys is expanding what is possible for anyone who wants to learn to skate, and expanding what is possible on skates! We are looking for someone to assist us in telling our story on our website. We've got two talented people to support you in the actual development of the website, but we need you to help us in telling our story! 

Do you have experience creating videos and or in marketing?  Washington Vocational Services needs your skills and creativity!  We are looking for a volunteer to work with us in creating two short videos highlighting the work that we do and the lives that we change.  These videos will be used at our annual fundraising event and for other fund development activities.  We also have opportunities for volunteers to use their marketing skills to help in developing marketing brochures for fund development.  

We are in need of an experienced website builder and manager to update and manage our current soccer website.  We are also looking for an experienced social media volunteer to create social media accounts (Facebook & Twitter) and manage them (post essential info).

This position is flexible and can be worked on at home.  A few regular meetings with BHYS admin will be required in order to discuss content and what needs to be updated.

We do require background checks on all volunteers 18 and older.

Are you passionate about closing the opportunity gap for under-served youth? Are you interested in having big impact with a small organization? Do you have the time to commit to rolling up your sleeves to expand our program and create sustainable systems for the future success of our Scholars? We are seeking individuals interested in fundraising, strategic planning, governance, and programming (in that order). We are based in Seattle, WA, but desire to add individuals nationally, especially in Dallas, TX and New York, NY. Scholars reside and attend colleges in most states. For more information - connect with us today. We look forward to hearing from you!

Can you tell a great story?  Do you love to document your life on the internet? Help Feet First build a bigger web presence and promote our events. Work with our webmaster to create a more impactful website and blog.  Work in the office or remotely.  

Hey Everyone! Due to Covid 19 our studio is closed. We are offering online Zoom classes, however not all of our students have access to technology at home. We are looking for used or new computers or tablets that have video and audio functionality. Thank you so much!

Somali Youth & Family Club (SYFC) is a small nonprofit with an important mission, to provide vital services in housing, education, advocacy and community engagement to South King County. As we are small, a volunteer grant writer will make an enormous difference and impact on the organization. With their help, SYFC will be able to reach even more underserved people in the community and change their lives for the better. The Volunteer Grant Writer will assist our Development Officer in assembling and submitting grant requests, establishing and maintaining personal contact and relationships with granter contacts. They will help conduct research and maintain a calendar of submissions and other deadlines.

As the pandemic continues we are finding it challenging to find flexible funding to further help our community. Our need for someone who can focus solely on searching for grants is more important than ever.  

Estimated Time Commitment: Very Flexible, work remotely. Would prefer 2–4 hours a week.

All Volunteers must submit to and pass a background check.

Office Hours: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Duties & Responsibilities: 
Volunteer must have their own Laptop/Computer/Tablet.

Skills:

Benefits:

America’s blood centers need donors #NowMoreThanEver. The COVID-19 pandemic is devastating our blood supply: blood drives have been canceled and donors are afraid to visit centers. The American Red Cross has recommended hospitals reduce blood product utilization by 25%. This is a deadly shortage that affects millions, including anemic, transplant, cancer, surgery, sickle cell, trauma, and pregnant patients. There is no alternative for blood.

In response, we have launched our COVID Code Red campaign to support blood centers and the healthcare system. The goal of this campaign is to start a social movement to bring greater awareness and rally young people nationwide to advocate for their local centers. UBI leadership would provide support to those volunteers or Code Red Responders. Responders have the opportunity to make a substantial impact on the health of their community and give back during this hard time.

Click here to sign up. 

Right now, our main challenge is finding the necessary personal protective equipment, cleaning supplies and other supplies necessary to serve our clients and the staff in their homes. As people continue to deplete the stock in the stores, we are trying to secure gloves, gowns, masks, goggles, disinfecting wipes and sprays, bleach, hand sanitizer, hand soap, paper towels and other supplies necessary to properly disinfect the homes and provide protection for our staff and the individuals we support. There is a lack of resources, so we are worried that our current supply will not last throughout this crisis.  

Unlike other businesses, we can’t follow the recommendations from the CDC and Department of Health and have our staff work from home. Our staff provide 24-7 care in the homes to the individuals we support, so we need to continue to provide staffing in the homes. 

Specific items we are in need of currently are:

Hand Sanitizer

Disinfecting Spray

N-95 Masks

Grocery Store Gift Cards for our clients

Our staff have been very creative at finding sources of PPE and other necessary products but when we find them we must act fast. Monetary donations are gladly accepted to go directly to our COVID19 response. 

You can mail your donations to:

Alpha Supported Living Services

16030 Juanita Woodinville Way NE

Bothell, WA  98011 or go directly to our website 

www.alphasls.org

Our office is closed to visitors and volunteers, please contact Dave Bushnell at dbushnell@alphasls.org if you have any questions in regards to your donation.

Thank you so much for helping us!

 Due to the COVID-19 outbreak many of the families with whom we work, and are already struggling, are in need of gifts cards for groceries and gas.

Attain Housing houses and supports with case management services 37 King County families transitioning from homelessness in apartment homes in Kirkland and Bellevue. We also keep housed Eastside families at risk of eviction by providing rental assistance. For 31 years, we have served as a staple on the Eastside helping families experiencing or at risk of homelessness.

The COVID-19 crisis has hit the most vulnerable neighbors in our community the hardest. Clients in Attain Housing's safe and supportive transitional housing program are all extremely low-income, living on an average annual salary of about $10,000. Our Stable Home clients are also low- to moderate income, and 2 of every 5 are disabled.

 Donating is the fastest way for you to make a difference as we grapple with the impact of the Coronavirus. If you would also like to give your time, we would love to have the help.

Immediate needs:

Eviction prevention: As low-wage workers in East King County are sent home from their jobs with no pay, or need to stay home with children whose schools or day cares are closed, Attain Housing's Stable Home program keeps them housed with immediate funds to help cover their rent. Help your vulnerable neighbors with a donation to Stable Home.

Transitional housing: Attain Housing families are struggling to pay their rent, utility, transportation and food costs due to layoffs, reduced hours, and for many, the need to stay home with children whose schools or day cares are closed. Each household pays a rent based on 30% of their monthly income or at least $150. The average rent paid is $365 per month.  Our case managers are helping their clients manage their stress, connect to resources, and if possible, add more hours at a different job. Your donation immediately helps these families transitioning from homelessness.

To respond to the crisis created by the COVID-19 outbreak, the Muslim Association of Puget Sound (MAPS) through its Muslim Community Resource Center (MAPS-MCRC) and AlSadaqa program are providing additional social and humanitarian services. We have allocated additional funds to reach out and help as many people as possible through the following services:

Donating is the fastest way for you to make a difference as we grapple with the impact of COVID-19.  You can donate at www.tinyurl.com/mapscovid19.  

If you would also like to give your time, we would love to have the help as well.  Sign up at https://www.mapsredmond.org/covid-19/

The King County Sexual Assault Resource Center wants the community we serve to know we are continuing full operations during the COVID-19 public health emergency. This includes our 24-Hour Resource Line for help and information at 1.888.99.VOICE, as well as therapy, family education, legal advocacy and other supports for survivors and their families. All services are offered in both English and Spanish.

Survivors face enormous barriers to justice and healing under the best of circumstances. The majority of families KCSARC serves are further stressed by closures of workplaces, schools, childcare and more. They are anxious about loss of income and supports ushered in by the crisis.

As we absorb the unanticipated costs of new technology needed in order to deliver uninterrupted services, our nonprofit is also scrambling to respond to clients’ escalating needs for basics like groceries, transportation, or housing to make it possible for them to participate in therapy and engaged in their legal cases.

Over the last three years, demand for KCSARC’s services has increased 22% and has held steady. As we respond to survivors who are now facing enormous additional barriers to healing, our nonprofit’s resources are stretched thinner than ever.

We are counting on the support of community members to help us continue delivering the services and supports that survivors and vulnerable families need to heal, especially during these challenging times. 

THANK YOU FOR STANDING WITH SURVIVORS DURING THIS PUBLIC HEALTH EMERGENCY!

EBC is in need of diapers, diaper wipes, formula, new shoes, used laptop computers, and hygiene items.  You can help! Connect with others to organize virtual collection drives or events, participate in our Every Minute Counts Challenge,  sign up as a company to do the 6th annual Diaper Derby or make a financial donation online.

For 31 years, Catholic Community Services Issaquah Meals Program (IMP) has been serving hot, nutritious dinners to anyone in need, no questions-asked, Mondays-Fridays. Since COVID-19 entered our communities, IMP remains open and will continue to provide hot meals and a warm, dry space for those who have nowhere to go. However, we anticipate more individuals and families utilizing our services during this challenging time.

To help us accommodate for the anticipated growing need, we are asking financial contributions and also for supplies such as paper plates, paper cups, napkins, hand sanitizers, and disinfecting wipes for our dedicated volunteers that serve meals each night for proper and safe clean up. If you are interested in serving meals during this time or to coordinate supplies drop off, please contact Griffin Cole at 425-679-0342. We understand it is not possible for everyone to serve meals due to health concerns, we always appreciate meal donations. Please note that meals must be prepared in a commercial kitchen under supervision of someone with a food handlers permit. Additionally, there is an application process for those who would like to serve meals. 

The fastest way to help our efforts is to make a financial contribution to help support our efforts. Donations can be made on our website:

Donations: https://secure2.convio.net/ccsww/site/Donation2?df_id=5501&mfc_pref=T&5501.donation=form1

Program Website: https://ccsww.org/get-help/shelter-homeless-services/issaquah-meals/

At Volunteer Services of Catholic Community Services, volunteers assist low-income seniors and adults with disabilities with chore assistance, shopping, laundry, and yard work assistance. However, in the midst of COVID-19, we have redirected our volunteers to ensure program participants get their groceries and medications, essential medical transportation, and phone check-ins.

We are asking for supplies such as gloves, hand sanitizers, and disinfecting wipes for our dedicated volunteer drivers and grocery deliverers to help us safely provide services to our program participants at this time. We can arrange a “no-contact” drop off location or do a curb-side pick-up from your car.

If you would like to make a financial contribution to help support our efforts, donations can be made on our website: https://secure2.convio.net/ccsww/site/Donation2?df_id=5342&mfc_pref=T&5342.donation=form1

Program Website: https://ccsww.org/get-help/services-for-seniors-people-with-disabilities/volunteer-services/volunteer-services-king-county/

At Volunteer Services of Catholic Community Services, volunteers assist low-income seniors and adults with disabilities with chore assistance, shopping, laundry, and yard work assistance. However, in the midst of COVID-19, we have redirected our volunteers to ensure program participants get their groceries and medications, essential medical transportation, and phone check-ins.

During this time, many program participants have expressed the difficulty in paying for their groceries. We are asking for monetary donations in order to purchase gift cards for program participants to offset costs.

If you would like to make a financial contribution to help support our efforts, donations can be made on our website: https://secure2.convio.net/ccsww/site/Donation2?df_id=5342&mfc_pref=T&5342.donation=form1

Program Website: https://ccsww.org/get-help/services-for-seniors-people-with-disabilities/volunteer-services/volunteer-services-king-county/

Pike Place Market is the soul of Seattle - we are 500 local businesses, 400 senior residents, specialized social service agencies, and thousands of local workers, artists, and friends. And the Market Foundation needs YOUR help in sustaining the future of this vibrant Market community!

In this COVID-19 crisis, our staff is raising vital funds and helping community members navigate pressing needs such as Market Community Safety Net requests, unemployment filings, food access, housing referrals, and so much more.

There are 3 ways you can help the Market community in its greatest hour of need: 

1. SHOP LOCAL – Essential food business at Place Market are open and have delivery, take out and online ordering options. Flower farmers, artists and specialty shops rely on online shoppers at this time. Please be intentional on how you spend your money to help small, local businesses survive this economic crisis.

2. DONATE TO OUR MARKET COMMUNITY SAFETY NET – This fund supports individuals who live, work or access services in the Market community, are facing a sudden financial crisis and need support to regain stability. Since the COVID-19 crisis emerged 2 weeks ago, the demand has skyrocketed and we anticipate the need will overwhelm our existing system. We’ve already received more than 1,000 calls for support.

3. GIVE TO OUR SPRING HYGIENE DRIVE– Give new and unused toiletries to keep our Market community services and clients healthy in this time of need.

No matter your contribution, you can make a difference to the Market community at its greatest time of need 

Volunteers are needed at St. Leo's Food Connection to help during the COVID crisis! We need people to...

1. Sort food donations, fill boxes for clients, and distribute food to clients. Shifts are available at these times:

Partial shifts are always welcome!

2. Assist with food pick-ups using St. Leo Food Connection vehicles.

We are in a high risk area as we share a campus with Nativity House (drop-in center and shelter).  We provide gloves (and soon masks), we sanitize regularly, we are limiting the number of clients in the building at one time, and we are implementing 6 foot social distancing.

Volunteers should be between the ages of 18 and 60, in good health, and have no underlying conditions (such as being immunocompromised.)

Please note that the entrance to the Food Connection is off the parking lot in the back of the building.

If interested, please contact Caroline Comfort at carolinec@foodconnection.org

The covid-19 crisis is a deafening wake-up call of the inadequacy of health care availability and access in America, and of the fiscal politization of our public health system. Health Care for All Washington has long advocated for universal access and coverage of health care. Our mission is high quality, sustainable, affordable, publicly financed, privately delivered health coverage for all Washington residents. We seek to eliminate the stark disparities in health and health care by race, ethnicity, class, gender, and citizenship status; and to expand and rebuild our public health system capable of rapid response and resiliency in the face of contagion or catastrophe.

Most of us want to make a difference, to leave the world a better place. People who have health problems, or who would be financially devastated by an illness or accident, are on the sidelines of life.  .We believe that Health Care for All Washington is making a difference, because access to health care enables admittance to life and all she has to offer:  liberty, freedom, and the pursuit of happiness. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. said, “Of all the forms of inequality, injustice in health care is the most shocking and inhumane.”

Formed in 1994, HCFA-WA is the oldest grassroots organization in Washington that is solely dedicated to bringing about publicly funded, privately delivered universal health care. Two-thirds of its Board of Directors are healthcare professionals, providing expert guidance and insight into the development of public policy. And we have been effective. HCFA-WA was instrumental in the progression and passage of the Pathway to Universal Health Care Bill, as well as the Cascade Care Bill, in 2019. This year, HCFA-WA advanced several bills containing costs of prescription drugs and addressing the cost of insulin; the bills we incubated passed with nearly unanimous support.

We seek individuals committed to the evolution of our health care system. While we always need and welcome providers in healthcare, HCFA-WA is in need of those with backgrounds in financial analysis, budgeting, fiscal policy, legal compliance and disclosure, public relations, and communications, governance, and development.

Determine the policies and board procedures necessary to advance single-payer universal health care in Washington; strengthen the organization’s research and policy development; ensure the organization is operating at peak efficiency and in full compliance with all applicable laws and intent; expand HCFA-WA’s membership; raise funds to support the operation of HCFA-WA’s programs; and directly advocate in the public policy arena.

Marketing & Communications– Board Committee Member Opportunity

Description: The Pike Place Market Foundation nurtures a thriving Market community so that everyone within it has the opportunity to live their best life possible.

Established in 1982 to uplift the charter of Pike Place Market, the Market Foundation has granted $31 Million to support low-income housing, culturally-appropriate health care, access to healthy food, high-quality preschool, an active community and to fund capital needs within the historic district. As community builders in the Market we partner with, as well as operate and sustain, a network of programs and services that support low-income residents, workers, families and neighbors of the Market.

PURPOSE: Focus our marketing and communications efforts on activities that directly reach internal audiences within our Market community and external audiences such as Seattle residents, current donors, local media, policymakers and community influencers to increase the baseline awareness of the Market Foundation, while deepening the level of understanding of our mission and increasing engagement. 

TERM: One year, eligible for renomination thereafter.

MEETING ATTENDANCE:

Regularly: Monthly meeting (10) per year

Occasionally:

Program events as announced (as a board representative)

Training for Pike Place Market Foundation board membership

Annually: Tours and Visitation of social service agencies

Head of Committee: Patricia Gray, Community Relations Manager

Responsibilities:  

Market Community Outreach 

Goal: Foster goodwill with the Market Community, while also providing a better understanding of the Foundation’s work and activities and how they can get involved.

Digital & Print Communications

Goal: Better align our communications activities across our various digital and print channels in the year ahead, think about what's working, where we could potentially pivot, etc.

Public Awareness Outreach 

Goal: Raise the awareness of the Foundation’s mission and our model for a healthy community with key opinion leaders and leading organizations.

Media Relations Outreach 

Goal: Create a strategic approach to our media relations program that not only continues to raise the awareness of our events and fundraising opportunities, but also drives meaningful coverage of the depth of impact the Foundation is having on the Market community.

Community Services – Board Committee Member Opportunity

Description: The Pike Place Market Foundation nurtures a thriving Market community so that everyone within it has the opportunity to live their best life possible.

Established in 1982 to uplift the charter of Pike Place Market, the Market Foundation has granted $31 Million to support low-income housing, culturally-appropriate health care, access to healthy food, high-quality preschool, an active community and to fund capital needs within the historic district. As community builders in the Market we partner with, as well as operate and sustain, a network of programs and services that support low-income residents, workers, families and neighbors of the Market.

PURPOSE: Stewardship of Foundation assets and ensure responsible financial management

TERM: One year, eligible for renomination thereafter.

MEETING ATTENDANCE:

Regularly: Monthly meeting (10) per year

Occasionally:

Program events as announced (as a board representative)

Training for Pike Place Market Foundation board membership

Annually: Tours and Visitation of social service agencies

Responsibilities:  

Donor Engagement – Board Committee Member Opportunity

Description: The Pike Place Market Foundation nurtures a thriving Market community so that everyone within it has the opportunity to live their best life possible.

Established in 1982 to uplift the charter of Pike Place Market, the Market Foundation has granted $31 Million to support low-income housing, culturally-appropriate health care, access to healthy food, high-quality preschool, an active community and to fund capital needs within the historic district. As community builders in the Market we partner with, as well as operate and sustain, a network of programs and services that support low-income residents, workers, families and neighbors of the Market.

PURPOSE: Ensure the fundraising needs of the Foundation are met by providing strategy and relationship management leadership for the entire Board to meet the Annual Fund goals. 

TERM: One year, eligible for renomination thereafter.

MEETING ATTENDANCE:

Regularly: Monthly meeting (10) per year

Occasionally:

Program events as announced (as a board representative)

Training for Pike Place Market Foundation board membership

Annually: Tours and Visitation of social service agencies

Head of Committee: Christi Beckley, Fund Development Manager

Responsibilities:  

During these challenging times we are experiencing a significant decrease in donations.  Serenity is in need of financial help as well as in-kind donations of supplies to feed our horses. 

We have 22 horses on our 10 acre farm that are being supported 100% by donations. Some of whom are in various stages of rehabilitation.  Please consider donating to support the horses at Serenity by going to our webpage and clicking on Donate or making an in-kind donation by calling Reber Ranch and crediting our account so we can pick up hay, grain and supplements. 

As an animal care facility, we are covered under "essential businesses" under Washington State's Stay Home, Stay Healthy initiative. We cannot care for all our animals without our volunteers. If you have time to spend on the farm we are accepting volunteer applications through our website as well.  Please consider coming to the farm and joining our Volunteer Family  www.serenityequinerescue.com/volunteer or www.serenityequinerescue.com /donate

Thank you so much,  Stay well.  

Seattle Food Committee works with 27 food banks and pantries within the City of Seattle. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, we are working together to support our community and continue our work in the struggle against hunger.

North Helpline Food Bank is looking for folks who want to provide extra support to their local food banks through preparing pre-packaged food items, sorting through donations, and assisting with food distribution.

As an essential service, food banks are still open during the stay at home order, and we can still accept volunteers.

Thank you for your interest in helping our community during this difficult time! We hope to hear from you.

Seattle Food Committee works with 27 food banks and panties within the City of Seattle. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, we are working together to support our community and continue our work in the struggle against hunger.

The Queen Anne Food Bank is looking for folks who want to provide extra support to their local food banks through preparing pre-packaged food items, and assisting with food distribution. Queen Anne Food Bank is specifically looking for volunteers who can:

As an essential service, food banks are still open during the stay at home order, and we can still accept volunteers.

Thank you for your interest in helping our community during this difficult time! We hope to hear from you.

The Young Adult Shelter at the Beacon Center is seeking volunteers to help prepare and serve meals.

(The shelter also needs donations of food and snacks!)

Volunteers are needed at (approximately) these times every day of the week:

Breakfast: 6AM - 9AM

Brunch/snack: Time TBD

Lunch: 1PM - 4PM

Dinner: 5PM - 8PM

Volunteers must have food handlers cards.

If you can help out, please contact Jake at jnau@cmhshare.org or 253.320.4429!

meal preparation to be served for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

all new volunteers for the rescue mission must create a profile at the following site: https://rescue-mission.volunteerhub.com/ 

We are in need of donations of money and food to help us serve our community during this challenging time. Donating is the fastest way to make a difference as we deal with the impact of coronavirus.

If you would also like to give your time, that is very much appreciated! We need help with packing food boxes and drive-up distribution of food at these times:

Please contact Robin by email at ortingfoodbank@yahoo.com or call 360-893-0095.

Thank you for your support!

St. Vincent de Paul Needs Volunteers | Please Help!

We urgently need 10-20 volunteers to help pre-bag food items for neighbors in need.

For more information, please visit svdpseattle.org

Email taij@svdpseattle.org or volunteer@svdpseattle.org

SVdP thanks you for all your help and support! 

All volunteers will participate in the COVID-19 (Novel Coronavirus) Screening Questions before volunteering. If the volunteer shows signs of COVID-19, they will not be allowed to volunteer.

Questions:

SVdP Georgetown Food Bank Current Procedure:

Number of Volunteer Needed:

Volunteers will be pre-packing food items for Tuesday distribution.

Volunteers will be handing out prepackaged items to neighbors

Volunteers will be stocking and sorting items.

Volunteers will be handing out prepackaged items to neighbors

Volunteers will be handing out prepackaged items to neighbors

Primarily we need someone to answer phones and take messages from time to time, however, the Volunteer may be asked to help with other small tasks. This is not a physically taxing position; it mostly centers around communications work for our housing team. You are free to work on your own things when there is downtime. This volunteer should also note that we serve a high number of Somali and East African people, so language barriers are a part of the package. Members of our Housing team speak Somali and Arabic, so the calls would simply be passed along to whoever can manage them.

Estimated Time Commitment: Mostly mornings and afternoons, as many hours as the volunteer can commit to. Would prefer 2-4 hours a week.

All Volunteers must submit to and pass a background check.

Office Hours:

Duties & Responsibilities:
Varies depending on what is needed; however, responsibilities would generally include:

Skills:

Benefits:

Our leads are of vital importance to our education program. A Lead will delegate tasks handed down from staff to general volunteers and keep track of pertinent information regarding the program to report to the Volunteer Coordinator. They will help write lesson plans (which they can do remotely) and help staff teach and guide children. Leads will also take part in training and workshops related to education and other relevant job skills and bring those skills back into the information to other volunteers.

Estimated Time Commitment: We can be flexible, but would prefer 4 – 6 hours a week

Program Hours

After School Program

All Volunteers must submit to and pass a background check.

Duties & Responsibilities: 

Skills:

Benefits:

Our leads are of vital importance to our education program. A Lead will delegate tasks handed down from staff to general volunteers and keep track of pertinent information regarding the program to report to the Volunteer Coordinator. They will help write lesson plans (which they can do remotely) and help staff teach and guide children. Leads will also take part in training and workshops related to education and other relevant job skills and bring those skills back into the information to other volunteers.

Estimated Time Commitment: We can be flexible, but would prefer 4 – 6 hours a week

Program Hours

After School Program

All Volunteers must submit to and pass a background check.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Skills:

Benefits:

The Sophia Way’s Mission 

To help end homelessness for women in King County by providing shelter, case management, life skills training, social services, and housing (transitional, supportive, and permanent).

The Opportunity

Every day, we serve three meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) to nearly 100 women who come to our shelters. The meals are provided by our generous community and we are deeply appreciative of their support.

Providing a meal requires no long-term commitment, training, or background check. All you have to do is sign up online for an available date, then cook (or buy) a meal and drop it off at our location. This is a great opportunity for individuals, families, groups, who love to cook! You can be a one-time or a regular donor. 

Sign up here

The Meals

Lunch at Day Center

For: 40 women 

Drop-off time: 8 - 10:30 AM

Drop-off location: 3032 Bellevue Way NE, Bellevue, WA 98004 (behind St. Luke's Lutheran Church)

Dinner at Sophia's Place

For: 21 women

Drop-off time: 6 - 6:30 PM

Drop-off location: 3032 Bellevue Way NE, Bellevue, WA 98004 (behind St. Luke's Lutheran Church)

Dinner at Emergency Shelter 

For: 40 women 

Drop-off time: 8 - 8:30 PM 

Drop-off location: St. Luke's Lutheran Church, 3030 Bellevue Way NE, Bellevue, WA 98004

Sign up here

Support our staff to create a safe and clean space for women by helping with serving meals and cleaning.

Volunteers support The Sophia Way’s mission by helping the staff provide a safe, clean, and inviting space for the women visiting the Day Center. The primary role of volunteers is to serve food and run the kitchen.

Where

3032 Bellevue Way NE, Bellevue, WA 98004 (behind St. Luke's Lutheran Church)

Volunteer shifts are 10 AM to 1 PM.

Qualifications

To Apply

Please email volunteer@sophiaway.org explaining your availability, qualifications, and why you are interested in the position

At SYFC we believe in enriching the children in our afterschool program through projects, crafts, field trips and other opportunities. Some of our students need extra attention, whether that be because they have attention issues, problems at home, or simply act out. A Mentor’s responsibility is to partner with the staff to determine which students need the most attention. These are the kids the Mentor will focus on, spending the majority of their time with these students walking them through activities or homework, getting to know them and assuring they respect their instructors. For this reason, we are looking for younger people, High School to College age who can assert a positive impact on their assigned students. Many of the responsibilities are the same as the General Volunteer, however, a Mentor will have designated students to spend the majority of their time with.

Estimated Time Commitment: Very Flexible, set your own hours. Would prefer 3 hours or more a week.

All Volunteers must submit to and pass a background check.

The program runs Monday through Thursday. 

Duties & Responsibilities:

Skills:

Benefits:

As a volunteer, you provide essential support to our education team. You will learn and grow professionally in this field, at the same time the children we enrich do. We offer flexible scheduling, professional development and training, as well as other benefits to show our appreciation and commitment to our volunteers. Primarily volunteers will aid staff in our after-school program to enrich children through projects, crafts and discussions.

Estimated Time Commitment: Very Flexible, set your own hours.

All Volunteers MUST submit to a background check. 

The Program runs Monday through Thursday. 

Duties & Responsibilities:

Skills: 

Benefits:

As a volunteer, you provide essential support to our education team. You will learn and grow professionally in this field, at the same time the children we enrich do. We offer flexible scheduling, professional development and training, as well as other benefits to show our appreciation and commitment to our volunteers. Primarily volunteers will aid staff in our after-school program to enrich children through projects, crafts and discussions.

Estimated Time Commitment: Very Flexible, set your own hours.

All Volunteers MUST submit to a background check. 

The program runs Monday Through Thursday

Duties & Responsibilities:

Skills: 

Benefits:

Footloose Sailing Association (Footloose) is seeking an individual who is interested in the mission of our organization to join our board as Treasurer. Launched in 1991, Footloose is the Northwest’s premiere sailing program for people of all disabilities, their friends, family, and caregivers. Footloose is dedicated to bringing independence on the water and competence in the sport of sailing to the physically and mentally disabled. We are recruiting for the Treasurer position on our board and are looking for an individual to not only bring their CPA expertise to the board and help us establish good accounting processes but also assist during day sails in the summer months. Also, Footloose is an all volunteer organization that operates on less than $20,000/year. Please visit our website to learn more about what we do and how we make a difference in the community.

Path with Art, a Seattle nonprofit organization, seeks community volunteers to serve as board members. 

Our mission statement describes the focus of our work: "Path with Art transforms the lives of people recovering from homelessness, addiction, and other trauma by harnessing the power of creative engagement as a bridge to community and a path to stability." We provide free instruction in visual arts, drama, music and dance to low-income adults working hard to reclaim their lives. 

If you are interested in exploring this opportunity for service, please click the "respond" button!

YEAR-ROUND VOLUNTEERING 

SIFF CINEMA LEAD USHER TEAMS 

SIFF Cinema Lead Usher Teams are comprised of volunteers who are each able to commit to one shift per week, with each shift happening around the same time on the same day of the week at either the SIFF Cinema Egyptian or the SIFF Cinema Uptown. This commitment runs from January through June and/or July through December. In exchange for their time, our Lead Usher Team members will receive a Festival Admit 1 Pass for each six-month period completed.
 

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS
• Demonstrated ability to provide an excellent customer service experience
• Pleasant and professional manner including:

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS
• Be knowledgeable about and up to date on SIFF programs and events
• Scan tickets and actively seat cinema patrons
• Answer guests’ questions and/or direct them to the appropriate contact
• Manage lines and assist with lobby foot traffic
• Maintain overall appearance of the Cinema
• Collect trash from theaters between shows
• Keep lobby and the front of concessions area tidy
• Assist staff with special projects
 

FAQs
- What is the time frame of the shifts?
On Monday through Friday, shifts are generally scheduled between 5:00 PM and 10:00 PM. On weekends, we have two shifts per day, generally scheduled between 12:00 PM and 5:00 PM or between 5:00 PM and 10:00 PM.

The length of these shifts is determined by the weekly programming schedule, so each shift might range from one to five hours. Because show times can vary or change, some flexibility in your schedule is preferable.

Flexibility is especially important for January to June as this team schedule occurs during the Festival.

Show times will most definitely change and vary based upon Festival programming.

- Do I have to commit for all six months?
Yes. We understand, however, if something unexpected comes up and you cannot make a shift. Please note that it is your responsibility to find a substitute for your shift. Failure to do so may result in a change of benefits and/or removal from the volunteer program.

- What if I have to miss a shift?
If you miss more than three shifts without finding a replacement, we will have to find someone else to take your place for the rest of the shifts through the end of the commitment. Those who work all their shifts (or find someone to work a shift they can’t make) will receive a Festival pass; those who aren’t able to will receive Cinema vouchers for the time that they’ve put in so far.

- When does SIFF recruit for Cinema Lead Usher Teams?
SIFF recruits to fill year-round team positions in early June for the July through December period and in early December for the January through June period. If you are interested in volunteering as a Lead Usher, please click "respond" and we will send you further application instructions. 

Any questions can be directed to volunteers@siff.net 

Position Description: Support Goodwill Job Training instructors by providing an extra set of hands in the classroom. Assist with preparing the classroom and class materials, starting/ending class in a timely manner, helping with group activities, working with students who need extra guidance, and providing examples to students as needed.

Primary Responsibilities:

Role Requirements & Abilities:

Note : Interested volunteers are welcome to visit our Skagit County Center and speak with our center manager about what we do and learn little bit more about the open volunteering positions.

Position Description:

Provide general administrative support for Job Training and Education (JTE) Centers by greeting students and visitors, answering phones, and more.

Primary Responsibilities:

Essential Qualifications and Competencies:

Note : Interested volunteers are welcome to visit our Skagit County Center and speak with our center manager about what we do and learn little bit more about the open volunteering positions.

Position Description: Support Goodwill's Skagit County Job Training instructors by providing an extra set of hands in the classroom. Assist with preparing the classroom and class materials, starting/ending class in a timely manner, helping with group activities, working with students who need extra guidance, and providing examples to students as needed.

Role Requirements & Abilities:

ABOUT

After School All-Stars is one of the leading national after-school program providers in the country.  Our comprehensive school-based programs combine academics, enrichment, and health and wellness activities to help students build the knowledge and skills they need to succeed, both in school and in life. Founded by Arnold Schwarzenegger in 1992, ASAS is building a national model for after-school program delivery through our 19 chapters, all of which serve nearly 90,000 youth in major urban localities. ASAS launched programs in the Puget Sound region during Fall 2016 and serves approximately 600 economically disadvantaged students in three middle schools (Meeker Middle School—Kent School District, Dimmitt Middle School—Renton School District, and Showalter Middle School—Tukwila School District).

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

After-School All-Stars Puget Sound’s Advisory Board is a body that works closely with the Executive Director to facilitate and guide the execution of our mission. We are primarily composed of corporate employees from the finance, hospitality, tech, real estate and food and beverage industries. Examples of companies represented include EY, Microsoft, Amazon, Starbucks, Boeing, New York Life, Marriott International, and Mondelez.  We strongly value diversity of thought, profession, age, race/ethnicity, gender identity, ability and sexual orientation.

To align with the growth and reach of our programs, ASAS Puget Sound is currently seeking responsible and energetic individuals who are passionate about closing the achievement and opportunity gaps via transformative after-school programming.  We are looking for individuals who can bring their expertise and fresh ideas to our organization. Ideal candidates will:

APPLICATION PROCESS

Interested individuals should click "Respond" for more information.  Top board candidates will be invited to interview with the Board Chair and Executive Director, meet with and be interviewed by youth participants, and attend an initial board meeting. Onboarding of new board members is ongoing throughout the year.

ASAS Puget Sound welcomes energetic volunteers to engage with the 6th, 7th and 8th grade students in our programs at Showalter Middle School in Tukwila (within Tukwila School District). In addition to an hour of academic tutoring, we also offer a second hour of enrichment and physical activity programs. Each session throughout the school year, students enroll in the second-hour program(s) of their choice. The specific programs we offer depend on student interest/demand, partnership resources, and skill sets of our program instructors. Popular recurring offerings include career exploration, sports, cooking, photography, art and DJ/music production. Volunteers are welcome during the following times:

MONDAYS-THURSDAYS:

2:30 – 2:45 PM: Student sign-in/meal time

2:45 – 3:45 PM: Academic Hour

3:45 – 4:45 PM: Enrichment Hour

Volunteers can provide tutoring support during our academic hour and/or engage with students in our sports, cooking, and other programs during our enrichment hour. ASAS Puget Sound can also schedule the following special activities:

All volunteers must:

The last day of our after-school program for the 2019-2020 school year is June 11, 2020. Summer program hours TBD. For more information, please click on the "respond" button and we will follow up with you. 

ASAS Puget Sound welcomes energetic volunteers to engage with the 7th and 8th grade students in our programs at Meeker Middle School in Renton (within Kent School District). In addition to an hour of academic tutoring, we also offer a second hour of enrichment and physical activity programs. Each quarterly session throughout the school year, students enroll in the second-hour program(s) of their choice. The specific programs we offer depend on student interest/demand, partnership resources, and skill sets of our program instructors. Popular recurring offerings include career exploration, sports, cooking, art and culture club. Volunteers are welcome during the following times:

MON/TUES/THURS:

3:10 – 3:30 PM: Student sign-in

3:30 – 4:30 PM: Academic Hour

4:30 – 5:30 PM: Enrichment Hour

WED (students have an early release this day):

1:15 – 1:30 PM: Student sign-in

1:30 – 2:30 PM: Academic Hour

2:30 – 3:30 PM: Enrichment Hour

Volunteers can provide tutoring support during our academic hour and/or engage with students in our sports, cooking, and other programs during our enrichment hour. ASAS Puget Sound can also schedule the following special activities:

Career Panelist: Help students make connections between educational choices and career paths by sharing your personal academic and professional tracks, skill set(s) and tips for success.

WonderKit Team Leader: Each volunteer is paired up with a group of students to lead STEM-based WonderKit activities.

All volunteers must:

The last day of our after-school program for the 2019-2020 school year is June 11, 2020. Summer program hours TBD. For more information, please click on the "respond" button and we will follow up with you. 

ASAS Puget Sound welcomes energetic volunteers to engage with the 6th – 8th grade students in our programs at Dimmitt Middle School in Bryn Mawr-Skyway (within Renton School District). Each session throughout the school year, students enroll in the enrichment program of their choice. We’re currently offering four different programs, which include: Learning Lab (homework help), DJ/Music Production (STEM/STEAM), Sports, and Dance. Volunteers may select their program of choice to support during the days/times listed below:

TUES/THURS:

2:40 – 3:00 PM: Student sign-in

3:00 – 4:00 PM: Academic & Enrichment Programs

All volunteers must:

The last day of our after-school program for the 2019-2020 school year is June 11, 2020.  For more information, please click on the "respond" button and we will follow up with you. 

The Community Boating Center (CBC) is seeking a passionate individual to serve as Volunteer Coordinator for the 2020 season. 

The CBC Volunteer Coordinator works with the CBC Operations Manager, and is responsible for the following:

The Volunteer Coordinator will initially work approx. 5 - 10 hours per week as they receive training and begin working with volunteers. The long term schedule will be flexible and will be determined to suit the Coordinator's other obligations and personal schedule, as well as the CBC's needs. Hours will fluctuate based on the seasonal nature of the CBC, and on the needs of annual events.

To learn more about this position email CBC Executive Director at  (info@boatingcenter.org)

The Community Boating Center (CBC) is seeking members from the greater Whatcom County community who have a passion being part of an environmentally aware social community that support activities on Bellingham Bay. Our committees work with the board in the following areas:

Committees meet as dictated by annual events and programs.

To learn more about joining a committee, email the CBC at (cbc.ed.2020@gmail.com)

The Community Boating Center (CBC) is a 501.c.3 nonprofit fostering safe small vessel recreation on Bellingham Bay. The CBC was founded in 2006 and began services to the public in 2007. Programs and services are available to the public. Much-appreciated tax-deductible donations, season-pass sales, dry-moorage fees, and rentals of sailboats and human-powered watercraft enable the CBC to provide the safety and skills education that are the core of the organization’s Mission. Volunteers are integrated into all aspects of the organization from maintaining boats, assisting with rentals, teaching educational classes, tabling and serving as board and committee members. 

The CBC is seeking board members to support and further the CBC's Mission. Board members meet on the third Monday; additional hours and meeting times are variable based on the season and the events in a given year. Board terms are three years, with the option to renew.

The Board is responsible for the following:

Desired Qualifications:

Interested applicants should email the CBC at (cbc.ed.2020@gmail.com)

Vibrant Palette is a new organization serving adult artists with developmental, mental, and physical disabilities by providing a professional studio environment for artistic growth in a social atmosphere among peers. Our board is a group of caring, committed citizens dedicated to serving the community and making Seattle a better and more artistically inclusive city. If this sounds like you, we’d love to talk with you!

As a group, board members are asked to:

We welcome all inquiries but are especially in need of folks with the following skills or the willingness to learn more about the following areas:

Please click "respond" for more information.

This position is primarily responsible for aiding and facilitating our refugee and asylees clients to learn about the job market in King County, search and apply for jobs online, make phone calls to potential employers, and conduct interview practice as applicable. Job development assistants will also need to document their work on case files and in online Google Drive documents.

Do you need to fulfill community service hours? Want to get outside and do good for your local community? We need your help and have projects for you!  Our four preserves require lots of volunteer hours to keep weeds in check, to maintain and monitor trails and public areas as well as cleaning signs and kiosks. Work with groups of 3-5 on specific days at specific sites.  Stew Crew dates will start in April 2020 - Email us to get involved!

Seattle Girls Choir is currently seeking community members to join our dedicated board of directors.

Purpose

A Member of the Board of Directors is responsible for ensuring that SGC fulfills its mission by planning for the future, monitoring current operations, and evaluating the organization. A Board Member must fulfill the fiduciary responsibilities of the Board of directors, making corporate decisions that protect the public interest.

Key Responsibilities

Term Length

Per bylaws, currently 2 years

The Generations Corner Shop serves as a fundraising opportunity for Generations Early Learning and Family Center. It is operated by Generations with the help of our fabulous volunteers. The Corner Shop is located in the hallway between Summit Place Assisted Living and Mt. Baker Care Center and gives residents access to some necessities not offered by their residency, as well as some of their favorite treats and gifts for their loved ones. Volunteers not only work the Corner Shop but have become a part of the daily lives of the residents who shop there.

Volunteers must be able to handle money, and must be comfortable learning our card processing through Square on a tablet, as well as run the shop on their own while volunteering, we are a phone call or a short walk away if help is needed. We will of course do some hands on training. This job is great for anyone, any age/ability. Will need to pass a specific background check with Mount Baker Care Center to be working in their facility. 

Looking for recurring volunteers who can commit to a day every week. Open days are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and we are hoping to add weekends. We are usually open 10a-2p but hours are flexible. 

We are looking for individuals who can assist us with the running of the shelter. Volunteers are able to choose the amount of time they are able to contribute a week/month, as well as anything in particular they are looking to get involved in. To qualify you must be someone willing to meet our clients where they are, non judgemental or demeaning; have an open heart and a listening ear.

The volunteers are there to ensure the safety of the clients, ensuring only those with authorization are allowed into the facility, there is a little house keeping to be done but most of this is done by the clients themselves as part of their living skills training.

The morning shift duties include:

- sign-in's 

- collaborate with afternoon/evening volunteer to discuss any information they will need to know 

- Perform wake-up call at 7:45 AM

- Unlock front door

- Check residents chores

- Read shift log

- Room checks

- Answer phone

- House laundry

- Make up intake folders, if needed

- Update shift log

- Shift turnover to next volunteer

 We know your time is valuable as a volunteer so we are requesting anyone who is available for a 3-4 hour shift, which ever works best for your schedule. However many days a week is up to you as well! The morning shift is available any time between 10 am - 1 pm. The house closes up at 10 and the overnight volunteer takes over. 

We are looking for individuals who can assist us with the running of the shelter. Volunteers are able to choose the amount of time they are able to contribute a week/month, as well as anything in particular they are looking to get involved in. To qualify you must be someone willing to meet our clients where they are, non judgemental or demeaning; have an open heart and a listening ear.

The volunteers are there to ensure the safety of the clients, ensuring only those with authorization are allowed into the facility. There is a little house keeping to be done but most of this is done by the clients themselves as part of their living skills training.

The afternoon/evening shift duties include:

- Read shift log

- Sort donations (if any)

- Buzz residence in/enforce showing of badge

- Answer phone

- Be available for medication (if needed)

- Enforce kitchen sign-up chart

- Make sure children are in bed by 9 pm

- Close the kitchen

- Write in shift log

- Turn shift over to next volunteer

We know your time is valuable as a volunteer so we are requesting anyone who is available for a 3-4 hour shift, which ever works best for your schedule. However many days a week is up to you as well! The afternoon/evening shift starts any time after 4:30 pm. The house closes up at 10 and the overnight volunteer takes over. 

We are looking for someone who is interested in gaining case management skills. This volunteer position is open to anyone who is looking to gain experience in this field, gather school credits, looking to build some credibility on their resume, or even a trained professional just looking to help out in their spare time. The times and days are flexible and are workable with your schedule.

We would love to have you!

Please contact us if you would like more information. 

We are looking for a generous volunteer to stay at the house overnight. How ever many days is up to the volunteer. A few of the duties include:

- Maintain all of the rules and boundaries for volunteers and residents;

- Oversees the dispensing of bed linens, towels, toiletries and cosmetics to accommodate the needs of the residents;

- See that residents are completing their chores and abiding by all house rules. 

We currently have 2 overnight/live-in staff but we need people willing to rotate nights. Proper training will be applied for those who are committed to this volunteer position. Please contact us for more information.

“It was an opportunity to interact with people at the same stage I was in and it helped me have a greater understanding that I’m not alone. And I don’t feel alone anymore.”

-ESML Program Participant

Join our team and make a difference in the lives of participants!

Our Early Stage Memory Loss(ESML) Support Groups provide an invaluable network that people with memory loss can turn to for advice and encouragement to help them feel socially connected and give them a sense of belonging and purpose. Support Group Facilitators create a space for that important interaction by encouraging conversation and maintaining a positive and caring environment.

Our volunteers continuously learn and grow alongside the participants while serving a population in need of great support. “When I began leading the ESML program, I realized that I did carry a stigma based on a fear of not knowing how to interact with people with memory loss and what to expect from them,” said Melinda an ESML Walk Volunteer. “The greatest thing I’ve learned is that people with memory loss are just people. And even though they have memory loss—they’re here. They may not be able to respond to you the way people without memory loss respond, but when they give you a hug, grab your hand, look you in the eye—they’re here.”

Our Chapter's volunteers receive excellent training, ongoing support, resources, and continuing education opportunities.

Individuals who are often best qualified as support group facilitators include: working or retired social workers, nurse and other healthcare professionals, educators, clergy, counselors, and former family caregivers. Commitment of at least one year is required

Our chapter is actively looking for several key leadership positions / new voting board members coming up in 2020. These leadership position needs are as follows:

Feel free to reach out with any interest in or questions about these positions. Our best contact point is our email, northsountu@gmail.com. Cheers and thanks for looking!

There are several positions within our leadership team that will be supportive to our board and instrumental in the operation of our nonprofit moving forward. These positions do not have the same level of commitment as our voting board members do, but definitely help the function of our organization! These positions include (but are not limited) to the following:

Feel free to reach out with any interest in or questions about these positions. Our best contact point is our email, northsountu@gmail.com. Cheers and thanks for looking!

Whether you are interested in joining us for one event or you wish to regularly attend chapter meetings, there are always opportunities within the chapter to get involved. Many of our leadership positions have longer time commitments, but you can truly vary your level of engagement with our group based on your own availability

Feel free to routinely check the calendar embedded in our website for upcoming events and opportunities to get involved. Cheers

Deliver pre-made Birthday-in-a-Box and cakes to homeless children in King, Pierce, and Snohomish Counties. 

Click "Respond" to learn more. Must be at least 18 years old, have a valid licence and insurance, sign a confidentiality form and complete a background check. You also need to have a working vehicle with room to transport Birthday Box, cake and balloons. 

Local Seattle music nonprofit, Seattle Music Partners, is looking for volunteer musicians to serve as music instructors and mentors for young musicians in the Central District!

SMP cultivates a diverse and vibrant music-making community by providing youth with free music instruction and one-on-one mentoring to eliminate racial and economic barriers to quality music education.   

We do this by recruiting, training, and supporting high school, college aged, and older community musicians to be volunteer music tutors and mentors who lead one-on-one music lessons each week for our students. With over 100 students interested in our program, our need for volunteers is great.

SMP seeks skilled musicians who are available to volunteer once a week for its after school and evening programming. We particularly seek college-aged and older volunteers to serve as part of our evening program, the Middle School Music Project, which takes place at the Yesler Community Center on Wednesdays from 6:30 - 8:00 PM.

If you are interested in this position please respond to the opportunity. You can also learn more about at www.seattlemusicpartners.org. ONce you have responded to the opportunity you can begin working on the application: After School Tutor Application or  MSMP Application. 

Serve in your community and bring compassion to those experiencing their last days.

CHI Franciscan Hospice and Palliative Care has a meaningful volunteer experience for you.

Spend time to honor and celebrate people's lives. You can help by listening to a person's life stories or their favorite music. You can sit with them while their family gets a care-giving break. You can run errands, make courtesy phone calls, welcome patients and their families at Hospice House, and so much more.

To learn more and to get started, click "respond" and we will follow up with you!

 
LOCATION: Seattle, Shoreline, Federal Way, Kent, Auburn, Renton, Des Moines, Burien, and Enumclaw.

Volunteering usually takes place within a patient's own home, adult family home, assisted living facility, or skilled nursing facility.

Do you have a love for gardening? Or would you like to learn more about urban gardening?

Come and join us for Gardening Hours open Wednesdays and Fridays. Bring your enthusiasm, meet new people and help us turn this ¼ acre teaching-garden for youth into a food oasis again this growing season.

Requirements: Open to all volunteers (age 18 and up) – no gardening experience necessary

Days/Time: garden hours will start back up in February 2020 Monday-Friday 10AM - 4PM

Commitment: Sign up once a month or as often as you like

Many of our special events feature hands-on activities inspired by local history. Depending on the event audience, activities are designed for children and adults. As a volunteer, you will interact with our visitors, assisting them as needed with the activity (theme and craft activity changes with the program). 

Example: 

Celebrate Washington’s role in the space race with these drop-in, family-friendly activities!

Build and test your own spacecraft. Pretend you’re stranded on the moon. Learn about Washington’s many strange connections to space exploration. Then explore the new exhibit A New Moon Rises, featuring dramatic photographs of the moon’s surface.

The Friendly Visitor program provides outreach to adults who are isolated due to age or disability. This outreach program provides socialization and helps to monitor the client’s needs. 

At this time, JFS is most especially in need of Russian speakers for this opportunity. If you do not speak Russian, that's OK. There may still be opportunities. 

The Friendly Visitor helps Jewish Family Service to ensure the strength and survival of the most vulnerable in our community. 

Responsibilities:

Hours:

Requirements:

Мы ищем русскоязычных добровольцев!

JFS's Refugee and Immigrant Services (RIS), with branches in Bellevue and Kent, and the Food Bank at JFS's Capitol Hill campus are seeking Russian- language speakers to help us communicate with our Russian-speaking clients for cultural orientation, event scheduling, client surveys, etc.

Here are some possible volunteer opportunities for a speaker of Russian:

Volunteers should be reasonably fluent in both Russian and English in order to act as interpreters for Russian-speaking clients with limited English.

Спасибо for any help you can provide.

Tiny Trees Preschool
Board of Directors Opportunity

Are you:
       • Passionate about early education and the environment?
       • Interested in serving on a non-profit board in Seattle?
Tiny Trees makes high-quality early learning accessible for working families by operating
outdoor preschool classrooms in our public parks. As the largest outdoor preschool provider in
the United States, we currently serve more than 300 children at 9 parks in Seattle and King
County. These kids gain the academic and social-emotional skills to thrive in school and life,
while reaping the benefits of a nature-rich childhood.

Tiny Trees’ commitment to equity, environmental stewardship, and high-quality early learning
is what makes it unique. Our classrooms and our stellar teachers enable children from all
backgrounds to reap the benefits of outdoor early education. Our innovative model, utilizing
public parks in the community, means that Tiny Trees can open classrooms in neighborhoods
where families have not always had access to affordable, high-quality preschool. Currently, 22%
of Tiny Trees students speak a language other than English at home and about half receive free
or reduced tuition through the Seattle Preschool Program and our philanthropic partners.

Want to help Tiny Trees Preschool grow?

We are seeking new board members who can commit to a three-year term, beginning January or
June 2020. If you are passionate about our mission and want to strengthen our organization to better
serve our community, let’s talk.

Who are we looking for?
We welcome all inquiries and are especially interested in candidates who have close connections
to families and communities of color in our region, are skilled in HR, technology, law, marketing or
fundraising, and/or have experience in early learning or environmental education.

Collective Responsibilities of Tiny Trees Preschool Board of Directors:
     - Provide leadership and set strategic guidance and policies to ensure Tiny Trees
Preschool’s long-term sustainability and efficacy in service of our mission
     - Provide fiduciary and ethical oversight of the organization and its leadership
     - Establish long-term goals and strategic plan, approve annual budgets, and participate in
fundraising to ensure adequate funds to support programs
     - Ensure program excellence at all Tiny Trees locations and the safety of children in Tiny
Trees’ care
     - Board members are advocates for Tiny Trees Preschool in the greater King County
community with key stakeholders, including current and prospective families, donors,
service providers and partners and governmental agencies
Commitment of Individual Tiny Trees Preschool Board Members:
     - Each member should be prepared to invest an average of 6-10 hours per month, which
typically includes: 3 hours to prepare for and attend Board meetings (11 per year, last
Tuesday of each month from 6-8:30pm), 2-4 hours for committee work (per committee),
and during certain months, members spend additional hours on special tasks, meetings,
and events, such as the annual board retreat and annual fundraising luncheon
     - Serve on at least one board committee (finance, fund development, board
development, or operational excellence)
     - Participate in the upcoming strategic planning process
     - Do at least one site visit to a Tiny Trees Preschool outdoor classroom each year
     - Attend at least one Tiny Trees Preschool community event each year
     - Participate in fund development activities, including hosting a table at the annual
luncheon
     - Make Tiny Trees Preschool a philanthropic priority and make an annual, personally
significant gift that reflects that priority.

If you are passionate about early learning, social justice and environmental stewardship, please
consider joining the Tiny Trees Board of Directors. It’s a meaningful way to ensure that all
children in King County gain the social, emotional, and academic skills needed for kindergarten
and a lifetime of success. You will benefit from being part of an active, hands-on board with
leadership and growth opportunities.

If you are interested in learning more, please contact our Board Development Committee at
board@tinytrees.org.

Interested in volunteering at the Office of the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival? We are looking for passionate individuals with high energy who want to help our non-profit organization by answering the phones, giving directions to visitors & selling tulip merchandise at the Tulip Office. Our office is now open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm.

Give Cindy Verge a call at 360-428-5959, or email her directly at cindy@tulipfestival.org.

Seattle Urban Academy is over 95% funded by donations. Our Nutrition Program makes sure students have access to breakfast and lunch during the school day, but resources and support for the program comes straight from donors and volunteers. So how can you or your business support SUA's Nutrition Program?

This is a great opportunity for your team, life group, family, or church to participate in a service project to benefit high school students. 

We Invite You To Work Alongside Us!

Seattle Urban Academy supports our students through individualized tutoring during class time. Volunteers serve and interact with students on a one-on-one or small group basis to provide additional assistance in our Math, History, Science, and Language Arts classes.  This is a great opportunity for a part-time employee, a retiree, or anyone with subject-matter experience who desires a weekly (or more often) commitment that impacts students directly.

Be a captain in the fight against homelessness.  Round up your friends to fill a table of eight at our May 2 auction to raise awareness and funds for programs benefitting homeless and formerly homeless individuals. There will be a special drawing for Table Captains to win a gift basket.

SHARE is a self-organized, democratic, grassroots organization of homeless and formerly homeless individuals working to eradicate homelessness, educate the community, and empower homeless people. The organization is founded on the practice of self-management, acknowledging and promoting the innate dignity of all people. 

Give Rides to Change Lives!

Volunteer drivers are needed for Sound Generations Volunteer Transportation program. Using your own vehicle, you would help older adults maintain their independence by taking them to much needed medical appointments. Clients greatly appreciate their improved access to medical care, meaningful interactions with caring volunteers, and increased peace of mind. Unfortunately, the program does not have enough drivers to meet the growing demand for transportation from King County seniors.

We really need YOU! Help make a huge difference in the lives of seniors near you by becoming a volunteer driver. This opportunity is extremely FLEXIBLE, allowing volunteers to pick the days, times, frequency, and areas they wish to drive. Help more seniors get "on the road" to improved health and peace of mind by becoming a volunteer today!

For more information, click the "respond" button and we'll get in touch!

Give Rides to Change Lives!

Volunteer drivers are needed for Sound Generations Volunteer Transportation program. Using your own vehicle, you would help older adults maintain their independence by taking them to much needed medical appointments. Clients greatly appreciate their improved access to medical care, meaningful interactions with caring volunteers, and increased peace of mind. Unfortunately, the program does not have enough drivers to meet the growing demand for transportation from King County seniors.

We really need YOU! Help make a huge difference in the lives of seniors near you by becoming a volunteer driver. This opportunity is extremely FLEXIBLE, allowing volunteers to pick the days, times, frequency, and areas they wish to drive. Help more seniors get "on the road" to improved health and peace of mind by becoming a volunteer today!

For more information click the "respond" button and we will be in touch! 

"You have done wonders for my life. I would not have been able to stay in my own home for as long as I have without your help. Thank you for all you do." Jeanne, 84

Give Rides to Change Lives!

Volunteer drivers are needed for Sound Generations Volunteer Transportation program. Using your own vehicle, you would help older adults maintain their independence by taking them to much needed medical appointments. Clients greatly appreciate their improved access to medical care, meaningful interactions with caring volunteers, and increased peace of mind. Unfortunately, the program does not have enough drivers to meet the growing demand for transportation from King County seniors.

That's why we need YOU! Help make a huge difference in the lives of seniors near you by becoming a volunteer driver. This opportunity is extremely FLEXIBLE, allowing volunteers to pick the days, times, frequency, and areas they wish to drive. Help more seniors get "on the road" to improved health and peace of mind by becoming a volunteer today!

For more information, click the "respond" button and we will be in touch! 

"You have done wonders for my life. I would not have been able to stay in my own home for as long as I have without your help. Thank you for all you do." Jeanne, 84

Volunteer drivers are needed for Sound Generations' Volunteer Transportation program. Using your own vehicle, you would help older adults maintain their independence by taking them to much needed medical appointments. Clients greatly appreciate their improved access to medical care, meaningful interactions with caring volunteers, and increased peace of mind. Unfortunately, the program does not have enough drivers to meet the growing demand for transportation from King County seniors.

That's why we need YOU! Help make a huge difference in the lives of seniors near you by becoming a volunteer driver. This opportunity is extremely FLEXIBLE, allowing volunteers to pick the days, times, frequency, and areas they wish to drive. Help more seniors get "on the road" to improved health and peace of mind by becoming a volunteer today!

For more information, click the "respond" button and we will be in touch! 

"You have done wonders for my life. I would not have been able to stay in my own home for as long as I have without your help. Thank you for all you do." Jeanne, 84

**Note: WE NEED DRIVERS THROUGHOUT KING COUNTY!! You would drive seniors who live near your home, so the address listed here is inaccurate.

Seniors need your help! Getting to the doctor’s office is a daunting task for many local seniors. Poor vision or medical conditions prevent them from driving; limited mobility makes it impossible to take the bus; taxis come with prohibitive costs; and loved ones have full-time jobs that render them unavailable to help. So who do they turn to? Fortunately, volunteer drivers can fill the gap.

Volunteer Transportation is a program of Sound Generations, a non-profit organization working to help seniors remain safely independent and connected to their communities. Every week, there are a growing number of older adults in need of transportation but not enough volunteers to do it all.  It is heartbreaking to know that for many, the only barrier to accessing medical care is just a ride.

Help make a huge difference in the lives of seniors near you by becoming a volunteer driver. This opportunity is extremely flexible, allowing volunteers to pick the days, times, frequency, and areas they wish to drive. Help more seniors get "on the road" to improved health and peace of mind by becoming a volunteer today!

For more information, click the "respond" button and we will be in touch!  

"You have done wonders for my life. I would not have been able to stay in my own home for as long as I have without your help. Thank you for all you do." Jeanne, 84

One of the biggest barriers seniors face in accessing medical care is lack of transportation. Poor vision or medical conditions prevent them from driving, limited mobility makes it impossible to take the bus, taxis come with prohibitive costs, and loved ones have full-time jobs that render them unavailable to help. Yet, since 1975, Sound Generations Volunteer Transportation has served as a trustworthy resource for older adults throughout King County. With its force of kind and reliable volunteers, the program provides the missing link between seniors and their necessary medical care.

But the value of Volunteer Transportation extends far beyond the rides themselves. A volunteer driver serves as a friendly escort-- a companion-- someone to talk to along the way. Volunteers turn previously stressful ordeals into pleasant, meaningful experiences.

More volunteer drivers are needed throughout King County! The program is currently unable to serve all seniors in need of transportation.

You can help more seniors get “on the road” to improved health and peace of mind! If you have a reliable vehicle, a clean driving record, and some weekday availability, this is the role for you!  

NOTE: Although this post says the opportunity is based in Seattle, volunteers are needed in communities throughout King County.

Discover why rides change lives! 

We are seeking individuals with a commitment to ensuring that all children have equal access to math.  By volunteering to review translations of Zeno program materials, you will be helping deliver the best possible program to the diverse families we serve! You will be volunteering to read over translations that we have had translated by an outside company and ensuring the language is community accessible.

Volunteers who review translations must meet the following qualifications:

 Russian

Somali

Arabic

Amharic

Tigrigna

Oromo

Please email Juan Flores at juan@zenomath.org if you are interested in volunteering with us!

Zeno builds young children’s early math skills by equipping families with fun and engaging tools to create the math foundation for a future of limitless opportunity. We focus on serving families of color in low-income communities through partnerships with community-based organizations and early learning programs.

For more information about Zeno, visit http://zenomath.org/

Providing access to opportunities, resources and support for communities of color by intentionally recognizing and eliminating historical barriers, and recognizing current needs, context and situation.

PURPOSE: Determine the policies and procedures necessary to conduct the Communities In Schools of Seattle program (CIS); raise funds to support the operation of CIS programs; and monitor organizational performance.

TERM: Three years, eligible for renomination thereafter.

MEETING ATTENDANCE:

RESPONSIBLE TO: Chair, CIS of Seattle Board of Directors

RESIGNATION: In writing to the Chair, CIS of Seattle Board of Directors

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

SPECIFIC DUTIES OF INDIVIDUAL BOARD MEMBERS:

3. Participate as an active member on at least one standing committee, as well as any special ad hoc committees to which appointed.

4. Be a financial supporter of the CIS program, making an annual contribution appropriate to your personal circumstances.

5. Assume leadership in CIS program funding and resource raising efforts:

6. Provide counsel, advice and encouragement to the Executive Director. Assist ED in understanding the community and partner with her/him in furthering the CIS mission.

7. Be an ambassador for CIS – Represent CIS at community events, to other organizations and with private individuals. Speak proudly and positively of CIS within the community.

8. Recruit other volunteers – board members, committee members, and program volunteers.

9. Look for opportunities to further the mission and heighten the profile of CIS within the community.

Helping Link is looking for an experienced IT Network Administrator to lead or advise the IT team on a volunteer basis. We are a non-profit organization that offers social services and education programs for Vietnamese refugees and immigrants. Our mission is to empower Vietnamese-Americans through assisting them through social adjustment, family stability, and self-sufficiency while nurturing community service and youth leaders.

Position Description:
The Volunteer Network administrator is responsible for planning projects and tasks with an all-volunteer IT team of 2-6 people, maintaining existing systems, making recommendations for hardware and software upgrades, troubleshooting longstanding issues, and moving the IT infrastructure toward the ultimate goal of a high level of availability and dependability for all systems. The current volunteer IT team has very little systems administration experience, so filling this role is a high priority!

Desired qualifications, experience, and skills:

Interested in learning more? Please click the "respond" button and we will follow up with you! 

We have drop in tutoring for 4th - 12th grade after school.  A volunteer need not be great at math or science but does need to be encouraging and supportive of teens while they are working on their homework.   

Vision House is a Christian social service agency based near Seattle, Washington. Since 1990, Vision House has provided housing, support services and child care for homeless families with children.

Volunteers will spend time with Vision House resident children - playing games, reading books, doing crafts. All activities will be planned in advance so volunteers will show up each week and have fun. These activities may seem simple, but without individuals to care for and spend time with the children, then the parents cannot attend crucial life skills training classes.

Vision House is a Christian organization. We ask that, even if you do not share our beliefs, you respect them. While we do not have any mandatory spiritual activities for our residents, we do ask volunteers working in direct contact with residents to sign our statement of faith.

Volunteers must also fill out all necessary paperwork and attend training/orientation with the volunteer coordinator and child advocate. CPR/First aid training is a plus. The minimum age for this opportunity is 16 years and older. 

Vision House is a Christian social service agency based near Seattle, Washington. Since 1990, Vision House has provided housing, support services and child care for homeless families with children.

Volunteers will spend time with Vision House resident children on Thursday evenings from 6-7:30pm - playing games, reading books, doing crafts. All activities will be planned in advance so volunteers will show up each week and have fun. These activities may seem simple, but without individuals to care for and spend time with the children, then the parents cannot attend crucial life skills training classes.

Vision House is a Christian organization. We ask that, even if you do not share our beliefs, you respect them. While we do not have any mandatory spiritual activities for our residents, we do ask volunteers working in direct contact with residents to sign our statement of faith.

Volunteers must also fill out all necessary paperwork and attend training/orientation with the volunteer coordinator and child advocate. CPR/First aid training is a plus. The minimum age for this opportunity is 16 years and older.  

Join us Tuesdays from 4-6pm, as kids/youth come together in a safe space to work with volunteers on homework from 4-5pm (one-on-one tutoring), followed by an activity time from 5-6pm (games, crafts, video games, outside play, etc.).

Volunteers must be willing to complete a full volunteer application with a background check.  

Vision House is a Christian organization. We ask that, even if you do not share our beliefs, you respect them. While we do not have any mandatory spiritual activities for our residents, we do ask volunteers working in direct contact with residents to sign our statement of faith.

Youth volunteers are welcome, but must be at least 16 years of age and not attending the same school district as the children who live at Vision House.  

You'll get to know the girls in your group better each week - and they will love getting to know you!

As a Girls Guide volunteer, you'll be paired with a volunteer or staff co-facilitator

Girls Inc. gives you the supplies and curriculum - you bring your enthusiasm for empowering girls!

Programs are typically delivered after school, Monday - Thursday, between the hours of 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

We will work with you to connect you to a Girls Group that is most convenient for your schedule and location

Girls Groups run for 8 to 10 week terms in the fall, winter, and spring that follow school calendars

Each Group usually lasts from 90 - 120 minutes and meets once per week

All Girls Guides must attend a one-time, 3-hour training

Overall, you can expect to commit to 3 hours per week (which includes prep time before each Group and wrap up after each Group)

For more information about volunteering, please click the "respond" button and we will follow up with you. 

Once a month, and twice a month in the winter, we travel to wherever people are staying and provide food, hot beverages, warm clothing, bus tickets, basic first-aid, survival needs, and information on services. We also provide food and basic veterinary care for our client's pets where possible. We think of ourselves as somewhat of a delivery service for our clients.

We meet for outreach on the second Saturday of every month between April and December and the second and fourth Saturdays of every month from January through March. Outreach runs from 630am until approximately 11:00am and volunteers need to be available to attend for the entire outreach unless they have made arrangements to leave earlier ahead of time.

Your time volunteering would be spent preparing food and supplies, loading vehicles, and driving/hiking the supplies directly to where our clients are living. While not required, we thrive on having a group of committed volunteers who are able to attend outreach on a consistent basis.

Volunteer Requirements:
-18+ years of age due to the sensitive nature of our work
- Able to hike long distances
- Able to lift up to 25 pounds
- Sturdy Boots
- Fluent in Spanish helpful, but not required
- Car helpful, but not required
- Experience working with the homeless helpful, but not required
- Sense of humor

If you're interested in volunteering or would like additional information on what we do, please click the "respond" button and we will contact you!