Opportunities From: United Way of King County

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

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

Our DAT team is responsible for:

Providing timely in-person response to disasters and assisting those affected. Responding to disaster scenes as assigned by Team Leader within two hours. Meet the needs of those affected by disasters such as the need for shelter and food by providing Red Cross Services.

Complete forms related to services provided.

Provide referrals to other agencies.

Communicate to Team Leader about availability and readiness on a regular basis.

Further requirements:

* Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively in person, on the phone, and by email

* Excellent problem solving

* Ability to be consistently respond immediately to notification calls and dispatch DAT when on call

Requirements:

Driver's License Needed  Background Check Orientation or Training

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

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

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

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

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

Your Impact:

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

~Keep accurate records and follow up promptly ~Share helpful resources and referrals for next steps

~Promote awareness through community outreach

Make a Real-Time Impact

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

Monitor incoming disaster alerts and assess response needs

Dispatch Red Cross volunteers to provide immediate assistance

Communicate clearly and calmly with team members and affected individuals Use Red Cross systems to track and manage response activities

What You’ll Need:

Comfort talking on the phone with new people

Ability to learn and use computer applications

Strong organizational and multitasking skills

Reliable access to a computer, internet, and phone

Willingness to complete Red Cross training

Why It Matters:

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

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

When housing is disrupted in communities due to a large disaster it can be tough for many individuals to secure new long term consistent/reliable housing. The Shelter Resident Transition Service Associate assists shelter residents and disaster victims create long term personal plans to overcome obstacles and transition into a stable housing solution. They play an important role in minimizing disaster caused displacement and aid in long term recovery.

Do you have a Flexible schedule that would allow you to deploy for two weeks to support communities impacted by disasters? The Red Cross is looking to train willing individuals over 18 who want to alleviate human suffering by shortening the time of a disaster caused by displacement. All training and Travel expenses are fully covered by the Red Cross. 

To join our team visit www.redcross.org/volunteer or contact your local chapter office at Joinusnw@redcross.org.

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

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

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

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

Schedule minimum of one 6 hour shift per month 

For more information visit www.redcross.org/volunteer or email us at joinusnw@redcross.org. 

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

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

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

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

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

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

Life in Color is Northwest Hope & Healing’s signature fundraising event, bringing together survivors, supporters, and community partners for an inspiring fashion show, silent auction, and celebration of resilience. We are looking for dedicated volunteers to assist with event tasks such as set-up, registration, raffle ticket sales, & more!

There’s nothing quite like rolling up your sleeves and working alongside neighbors who care about building a stronger, more connected community.

Join us for Solid Ground’s 3rd annual Day of Service – a morning of hands-on projects rooted in care, connection, and collective action. Volunteers will support one of the three project sites described below.

Whether you’re volunteering with family, friends, coworkers, or on your own, you’ll help care for the places and programs that support our community every day.

Bring your community! Change is built by many hands. Invite your friends, family members, coworkers, or neighbors to join you for a morning of service and connection. Together, we can help build a community where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

Register on our website or email us at volunteers@solid-ground.org for more information!

Join the Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle on Saturday, August 8, 2026 for our biggest community celebration of the year! Hosted at the Rainier Beach Community Center, this festival brings free resources, local vendors, family-friendly activities, music, and food to more than 1,800 neighbors, all in one joyful day.

For the Culture is where community meets celebration, featuring a Career & College Fair, Health Symposium, Small Business Expo, Kids Zone, Back to School Drive, and partners like the Seattle Mariners, Rainier Beach Action Coalition, ACE Academy, and Baseball Beyond Borders.

We need YOU to make the magic happen! Volunteer roles include guest check-in and welcome, wayfinding, Kids Zone support, Back to School Drive distribution, vendor and exhibitor support, program activation support, and setup and breakdown crews.

The full event day runs 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Volunteers will be placed in shifts within that window, and our team will be in touch with your shift assignment and role details after you sign up.

No experience needed, just good energy and a heart for community. Come for a shift, stay for the vibes, and leave knowing you helped make Seattle a little stronger.

Black Pride Annual Festivities: Health Fair Date: Saturday, August 22nd, 2026

Location: United Healthcare SiteEvent Hours: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PMCompensation: This is a volunteer (unpaid) opportunity.

Volunteer Standards & Guidelines LGBTQIA+ Affirming & Culturally Aware: As a volunteer, you are a vital voice for our community. We expect all volunteers to lead with empathy, cultural humility, and deep respect for intersectional identities. This is a zero-judgment, highly affirming space celebrating Black queer and trans joy, wellness, and harm reduction.

Dress Code & Weather Prep: Jeans and closed-toed shoes are mandatory for safety.

Dress for the weather: August can get hot! Please wear breathable, light-colored tops, and stay hydrated throughout the day.

Enjoy the Festivities: We want you to celebrate with us! Volunteers are encouraged to take part in the health fair, check out the resources, and attend workshops, provided it is coordinated and approved with your team lead so we keep our stations covered.

Volunteer Roles 1. Registration Team (3 Volunteers) Role Overview: As the first point of contact, you set the warm, culturally affirming tone for the health fair. You will greet community members, manage check-ins, and distribute event resources. Key Responsibilities: Warmly welcome community members, partners, and guests.Manage physical or digital sign-in sheets and registration forms.Distribute health fair programs, swag, and directional info.

Shift Note: Requires early arrival to set up the registration desk before doors open at 9:00 AM.2. Workshop Timekeepers & Coordinators (2 Volunteers) Role Overview: You keep our educational and wellness workshops running smoothly. You will support presenters and manage room capacities so the schedule stays strictly on track. Key Responsibilities: Liaise with workshop presenters and ensure they have water/setup support.

Welcome attendees to workshop rooms and assist with seating. Provide polite 10-minute, 5-minute, and wrap-up cues to presenters.

Shift Note: Active primarily during scheduled workshop hours.3.

Set-Up & Break-Down Crew (3–5 Volunteers) Role Overview: You are the physical backbone of the event. You will transform the UnitedHealthcare site into a vibrant, welcoming space in the morning and safely pack everything away at the end of the day. Key Responsibilities:

Set-Up: Unload event supplies, arrange vendor tables/chairs, and set up signs.Mid-Day Float: Keep pathways clear and assist vendors with quick logistical needs.

Break-Down: Help vendors pack up, fold tables/chairs, and ensure the space is left clean.

Requirements: Ability to lift up to 25–30 lbs and stand/move for extended periods.

Shift Note: Requires early arrival (e.g., 7:30 AM) or staying for final wrap-up after 6:00 PM.

Join our Volunteer team to help Meals on Wheels in King County fight hunger! As a Meals on Wheels Volunteer, you will belong to a team committed to helping homebound seniors maintain their health and independence with nutritious food, personal contact, and caring service.

We are in need of a volunteer to deliver meals in West Seattle Wednesday mornings, as needed when one of the weekly drivers will be away. Drivers arrive around 8:30 am and are typically done with their route in 1 to 2 hours. Training is provided and mileage is reimbursable while making deliveries.

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

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

Run a children's activities to help guests learn more about salmon conservation. Training and all supplies/instructions provided

Please sign up at: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C044EA8AE2CA5FDC43-64795330-return#/

Sell LLTK merchandise to guests

Sign up at: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C044EA8AE2CA5FDC43-64795330-return#/

Assist guests as they enter the property by checking them in and directing them to open parking. Must be 18 or older or volunteer with an adult guardian.

Please Sign up at: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C044EA8AE2CA5FDC43-64795330-return#/

Help guests safely cross Olga Rd to access our fish ladder. Must be 18 or older or volunteer with an adult guardian.

Please register at: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C044EA8AE2CA5FDC43-64795330-return#/

Help transport guests around the property. Must be 21 or older and have a valid driver's license and clean driving record.

Please register at: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C044EA8AE2CA5FDC43-64795330-return#/

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

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

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

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

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

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

Looking for a volunteer opportunity that is fun and rewarding? Join our Volunteer team! As a Meals on Wheels Volunteer, you will belong to a team committed to helping homebound seniors maintain their health and independence with nutritious food, personal contact, and caring service.

A Volunteer Caller is needed for Monday mornings, 9am - 11 am. Be a caring voice our clients look forward to each week. You’ll take their weekly meal orders and keep notes up to date. 

Are you typically available Monday mornings and interested in this volunteer opportunity? Register here and we will contact you with an application to get started!

A project of Zero Waste Washington, Fix-it Fairs are community gatherings bringing neighbors together to provide free repair services to the public while reducing landfill waste and passing on vital skills. These hands-on events are open to everyone and provide an empowering opportunity for individuals to learn how to repair items – like small appliances and electronics – for themselves and others. The events are held at revolving sites around town, with the goal of making them accessible to more people in more communities.

What gets fixed? We invite people to bring items in need of repairing or mending that might otherwise be thrown away, such as bikes, jewelry, clothing, small appliances, furniture, toys and electronics. 

What do volunteers do? Volunteers help with a variety of event-prep activities: setting up the space, placing signage, helping guests get their items checked in, getting those items to the appropriate repair station, taking photos of guests with their repaired items and more. 

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

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

Time Commitment

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

Interested in volunteering? Register on our website or email us at marrafarm@solid-ground.org for more information!

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

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

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

Interested in volunteering? Register on our website or email us at volunteers@solid-ground.org for more information!

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

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

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

Interested in volunteering? Register on our website or email us at volunteers@solid-ground.org for more information!

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

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

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

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

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

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

To apply: Interested in volunteering or learning more about the opportunity? Apply on our website or email us at volunteers@solid-ground.org.

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

Do you want to do something about the homelessness crisis, but aren't sure how to help our unhoused neighbors? If you have data entry and administrative skills, you can volunteer your time to assist our housing support programs!

Solid Ground’s Regional Access Point supports Coordinated Entry (CE), which ensures that people experiencing homelessness have equitable access to housing resource connections to resolve their housing crisis. This position supports the team in the following ways:

To apply: Interested in volunteering or learning more about the opportunity? Apply on our website or email us at volunteers@solid-ground.org.

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

MSC's Food Bank distributes food to individuals and families. Food distribution is ”market style” which includes loading food on tables and assisting clients with their food choices as they come through the indoor market, packing boxes with food and loading the boxes into cars for our home delivery program, sorting donated food and general organizing and cleaning.

The rewards of volunteering can be tremendous. You will be helping individuals and families to meet one of their most basic needs, putting food on their table.

For more info or to sign up to volunteer, please complete an application online at https://mschelps.org/getinvolved/volunteer/application/.

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

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

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

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

Volunteers must have their own vehicle. 

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

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

We need your help to keep great books accessible to communities 24/7. Visit Little Free Libraries in your community to distribute books! 

We can suggest where to look for free or inexpensive books, or if you already have some, you can share those too. You can find book-sharing boxes near you using our world map or free mobile app. Volunteers over 18 anywhere in the U.S. where there are Little Free Libraries can register for this opportunity. 

Register on our volunteer website, volunteer.littlefreelibrary.org,  to get started. If it's your first time signing up with Team LFL, you will be prompted to create an account in our volunteer hub. Once you sign up, you will get access to tips & resources that you review independently online. Our Little Free Library staff can answer your questions by email. You can share books whenever it works for you.  

This is a great opportunity for solo volunteers looking for something flexible to fit their schedule, or for parents looking for a volunteer activity they can do with kids. 

Purpose: By keeping Little Free Libraries full of books, you are helping to build community, inspire readers, and expand book access. 

Responsibilities:

Time required: You set your own schedule. It could be a one-time project or a regular book distribution schedule.

How we can support you: We'll help you start with some online training, and we will suggest sources for books.

Qualifications:

Questions: You can contact the Community Engagement Manager to ask questions. 

Kitty Hall is a purr‑fectly fun cat adoption event hosted by the Seattle Animal Shelter at Seattle City Hall. For one special day, City Hall transforms into a cozy cat lounge where visitors can meet adorable, adoptable kittens and cats of all ages. Community members are invited to stop by, learn about the adoption process, chat with shelter staff and volunteers, and—most importantly—find their new feline family member.

This event also features a whimsical civic twist: attendees can cast their vote for the Kitty Council President. Meet the charming feline candidates, explore their playful “platforms,” and participate in a lighthearted election that brings a little extra civic pride to the celebration.

To make Kitty Hall a success, the Seattle Animal Shelter is seeking enthusiastic volunteers. Roles include greeting community members as they arrive, helping with gentle kitten wrangling to ensure cats stay safe and comfortable, and supporting event set‑up and tear‑down. Volunteers play a vital part in creating a welcoming, well‑organized, and fun experience for everyone—two‑legged and four‑legged alike.

XBOT Robotics is looking for a volunteer to author press releases and quarterly newsletters including the following:

The writer will also be asked to author articles for publication in our teams' social media channels.

Join the band of committed community members bringing hands on, real life STEAM experiences to the students of SE Seattle.

XBOT Robotics has been serving the students of SE Seattle since 2001. Our programs are successful and we need additional board members to sustain and grow our organization as we expand programs and transition from all-volunteer to having paid operational staff.

XBOT Robotics offers the following programs:

Please contact XBOT Robotics via info@xbotrobotics.org for more information. 

Neighborhood House is seeking enthusiastic and dependable volunteers to support our annual health and back to school fair.

Volunteers will help create a welcoming experience for families by assisting with event setup and cleanup, greeting attendees, distributing school supplies, helping with activity stations, providing directions, and supporting event staff as needed.

Qualifications:

Friendly, reliable, and customer serviced oriented

Enjoy working with children and families from diverse backgrounds

Able to stand and walk for extended periods

Willing to work collaboratively as part of a team.

Commitment to Neighborhood House's mission of serving the community

Join us in helping local families prepare for a successful school year while making a meaningful impact in our community!

Neighborhood House is seeking enthusiastic and dependable volunteers to support our annual health and back to school fair.

Volunteers will help create a welcoming experience for families by assisting with event setup and cleanup, greeting attendees, distributing school supplies, helping with activity stations, providing directions, and supporting event staff as needed.

Qualifications:

Friendly, reliable, and customer serviced oriented

Enjoy working with children and families from diverse backgrounds

Able to stand and walk for extended periods

Willing to work collaboratively as part of a team.

Commitment to Neighborhood House's mission of serving the community

Join us in helping local families prepare for a successful school year while making a meaningful impact in our community!

Neighborhood House is seeking enthusiastic and dependable volunteers to support our annual health and back to school fair.

Volunteers will help create a welcoming experience for families by assisting with event setup and cleanup, greeting attendees, distributing school supplies, helping with activity stations, providing directions, and supporting event staff as needed.

Qualifications:

Friendly, reliable, and customer serviced oriented

Enjoy working with children and families from diverse backgrounds

Able to stand and walk for extended periods

Willing to work collaboratively as part of a team.

Commitment to Neighborhood House's mission of serving the community

Join us in helping local families prepare for a successful school year while making a meaningful impact in our community!

Neighborhood House is seeking enthusiastic and dependable volunteers to support our annual health and back to school fair.

Volunteers will help create a welcoming experience for families by assisting with event setup and cleanup, greeting attendees, distributing school supplies, helping with activity stations, providing directions, and supporting event staff as needed.

Qualifications:

Friendly, reliable, and customer serviced oriented

Enjoy working with children and families from diverse backgrounds

Able to stand and walk for extended periods

Willing to work collaboratively as part of a team.

Commitment to Neighborhood House's mission of serving the community

Join us in helping local families prepare for a successful school year while making a meaningful impact in our community!

Neighborhood House is seeking enthusiastic and dependable volunteers to support our annual health and back to school fair.

Volunteers will help create a welcoming experience for families by assisting with event setup and cleanup, greeting attendees, distributing school supplies, helping with activity stations, providing directions, and supporting event staff as needed.

Qualifications:
Friendly, reliable, and customer serviced oriented
Enjoy working with children and families from diverse backgrounds
Able to stand and walk for extended periods
Willing to work collaboratively as part of a team.
Commitment to Neighborhood House's mission of serving the community

Event setup/clean up dates: 

8/12/26-High Point West Seattle 
Setup Time:
3pm-5pm
Cleanup Time:
7pm-8pm.

Address:  6400 Sylvan Way SW, Seattle, WA 98126

8/14/26: Yesler Terrace. 

Setup: 2:30pm-4:30pm 

Cleanup: 6:30pm-7:30pm. 

Address:  917 E Yesler Wy, Seattle, WA 98122

8/15/26: New Holly: 

Setup: 8:30am-10am 

Cleanup: 2-3pm 

Address: 7054 32nd Ave S, suite 5, Seattle, WA

8/19/26: Wilcox Rainier Vista center: 

Setup: 3pm-5pm 

cleanup 7pm-8pm

Address: 4410 29th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98108

You can chose to come for just setup or just cleanup or both. Please specify which option you would like.

Corral Buddies are the warm, welcoming presence that makes our shelter feel like a safe haven — for the animals and for our community. As a Corral Buddy, you'll provide comfort, enrichment, and calm companionship to animals in our care, helping them feel less stressed and more ready for their next homes. Applications are through our volunteer portal, please select link below. 

What You'll Do

•       Sit near corral or in corral and offer a calm, reassuring presence to animals while our staff is at lunch to provide dogs extra opportunities for out-of-kennel time

•       Talk softly, read aloud, or simply keep animals’ company to reduce stress and anxiety

•       Engage animals through the kennel with approved enrichment items (toys, treats) as directed by staff

•       Observe animal behavior and report any changes or concerns to shelter staff

•       Help create a soothing, positive environment in the shelter

•       Assist with light tasks such as preparing enrichment, restocking supplies, or updating animal activity logs

•       Welcome and assist visiting adopters in a supportive, informative way

Where to Apply?

https://seattleanimalshelter.volunteerportal.org/?nd=user_volunteer_application&unit_id=2&entry_point_id=2&entry_point_type=global_entry_point

Join us in making the Mercer Island Farmers Market a success! We rely on amazing volunteers like you to keep things running smoothly. Choose from three shifts per market day and help support our local vendors and community.

Available tasks vary, and could include: pop up tent set up/tear down, table/chairs set up/take down, helping shoppers at the Info Booth, refilling the water station, picking up trash, sweeping, taking photos, setting up banners, putting out A-frame signs, helping at the children's booth, etc.

If you're interested in volunteering, PLEASE sign up using our Sign Up Genius link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B48A9A72AABF8C61-63215499-volunteering#/

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

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

Training and support provided.

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

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

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

Training and support provided.

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

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

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

Training and support provided.

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

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

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

Training and support provided.

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

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

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

Training and support provided.

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

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

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

Training and support provided.

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

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

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

Training and support provided.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Help feed our community through one of the following opportunities: 

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

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

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

Help feed our community through one of the following opportunities:  

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

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

Help feed our community through one of the following opportunities:          

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

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

Help feed our community through one of the following opportunities:         

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

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

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

Volunteers are needed to meet the following community needs:        

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

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

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

Volunteers are needed to meet the following community needs:          

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

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

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

Volunteers are needed to meet the following community needs:   

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

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

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

Volunteers are needed to meet the following community needs:        

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

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

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

Volunteers are needed to meet the following community needs:       

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

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

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

Volunteers are needed to meet the following community needs: 

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

Calling all bookworms! Book Lovers Day is August 9, and we’ve got a fun way for you to celebrate by spreading the joy of reading, one beloved book at a time.

Celebrate Book Lovers Day by sharing a book you love in a Little Free Library near you. You’ll be expanding book access by sharing your favorite reads.

It’s easy to participate:

This is a great activity for families, friends, or book clubs to do together. 

Impact: Celebrate your love of reading while expanding book access in your community.

Time Required: Flexible. Share one book, or share many! Please share your book(s) anytime on Sunday, August 9. 

Support: You can contact the Community Engagement Manager to ask questions. 

Volunteers under 18 need online volunteer forms completed by a parent/guardian to participate. 

Join us for a day of community as we connect families with school supplies, essentials resources, and support. Volunteers are the heart of this event, helping create a welcoming experience for every family.

Volunteer opportunities include                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      :

2 shifts available:

Saturday August 15, 2026 - 10:30 to 13:30 PST

Saturday August 15 2026 - 13:15 to 16:00 PST

We’re seeking a committed and mission‑driven volunteer to serve as the next President of Washington State NOW. This is a unique volunteer opportunity to guide statewide advocacy for women’s rights and strengthen the NOW organization in Washington.

The WA NOW President leads the organization’s mission, oversees statewide operations, and represents Washington State NOW in advocacy, coalition work, and member engagement. 

The volunteer time commitment for this role varies throughout the year but can be 5 -10 hours per week in the Winter and Spring. This is a remote friendly role and you can mostly work from home. Candidates must be (or be willing to become) a NOW member and must be a Washington Resident.

Hello! The Seattle/King County Coalition on Homelessness is seeking volunteers to sort school supplies, stuff backpacks, help set up and stage operations, and help facilitate backup pickup!

Sign up here: https://bit.ly/ProjectCool26 and we hope to see you July 21 - 29! 

Every year through Project Cool, Coalition members and volunteers make sure that more than 1,800 unhoused students start the school year off right with the supplies they need. This year Project Cool 2026 will serve 1,844 pre-k through 12th grade students in King County schools with backpacks and new school supplies. 

Can Children Volunteer: Some shifts are suitable for all ages sign up (please see via sign up link), while many of the set up and distribution days are not suitable for children under 16-years-old (they must be must be able to lift/carry 15lbs). On backpack stuffing days, children are welcome to attend with 1:1 adult supervision!

Please reach out with questions: Volunteer@homelessinfo.org

Do you have weekday morning or afternoon availability to bring joy to adults with disabilities?

Support adults with disabilities at Full Life Care's South Seattle Adult Day Health Center in Beacon Hill during 1:1 interactions and group activities.

One-time event volunteers are welcomed for July / August.

Or 

Ongoing weekly volunteer shift sign ups will open in September. 

Click Respond to confirm your interest, and receive more details via email.

Minimum age of 18 is required, unless part of a youth group with an adult group leader.

Do you enjoy organizing? Looking to put your skills to good use during weekday mornings or afternoons? 

Help sort our supply of greeting cards for isolated seniors in our ElderFriends program, donations, and other office supplies at the headquarters of our non-profit Full Life Care in South Seattle (Beacon Hill) this summer!

Additional organizational projects (event planning, paper filing, etc.) may be available according to your skills and interests if volunteering on a ongoing basis. 

Advance registration required; Click Respond to confirm your interest and receive details via email. 

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

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

Bring your interests and talents to an engaging volunteer role in a team of like-minded volunteers. Whether it’s interest in crafts, reading, movies, a gift of gab, or empathetic ear, all are welcome!

Help relieve stress and prevent burnout by supporting an unpaid family caregiver, who may, for example, ask you to help organize their home, plan a special occasion, help with a gardening project, pick up their dry cleaning or spend time with the person they care for while they go for a cup of coffee with a friend.

In just 4 flexible hours a month and a one-year commitment, you can lift the spirits of an unpaid family caregiver and their dependent, gain a unique life experience, and enrich your spare time.

Click Respond to confirm interest and receive details via email. 

As one caregiver said of her Care Team: "I truly am grateful for our team. Their kindness and their readiness to provide meaningful interaction with my husband [the care recipient] has been greatly beneficial to me not feeling isolated and alone. This week your team allowed me to see people I had not seen since before the pandemic. All of the team is warm, friendly, and compassionate."

Lend your gardening expertise on weekday mornings or afternoons to help spread joy to adults with disabilities at the headquarters of our nonprofit, Full Life Care.

Plan usage and plantings for garden areas, and design garden activities for adult day health participants with disabilities, volunteer work parties, and more!

Spread comfort and joy to elders and adults with disabilities. Donate handmade hats and scarves to our non-profit! 

Click Respond to confirm interest and receive more details to mail or drop off donations in South Seattle (Beacon Hill). 

We welcome contributions of items on an ongoing basis, year-round. 

Passionate about supporting a lonely and isolated elder in your community by offering long-term, one-on-one friendly companionship visits?

Consider joining ElderFriends!

Click Respond to confirm your interest and receive details via email. 

Visits may include a mix of phone calls, in-home visits, outings, hobby sharing, and more at a location of your choice in King County, WA.

No minimum experience needed; Training and ongoing support provided.

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

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

How we serve the community

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

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

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

What skills you’ll need

Absolutely none. Really!

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

What you’ll do

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

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

Why you’ll be excited

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

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

Final ask

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

13735 24th Avenue S . SeaTac, WA 98168

Job Title: Garden Docent

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

Key Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

Physical Requirements:

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

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

Volunteer at SOAFEST 4.0: Be Part of the Movement!

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

Event Date: Saturday, August 15th, 2026  

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

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

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

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

Shift: 10am–7pm

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

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

DAY TWO: Saturday, August 15th — Festival Day

Shift Options:

9am–1pm (Early Morning)

12pm–4pm (During Event)

3pm–7pm (Evening)

6pm–10pm (Evening)

1pm–7pm (Entire Event)

Volunteer Roles:

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

Traffic: Direct parking and vendor access.

Fashion Show: Support models showcasing traditional African attire.

Vendors: Assist with vendor check-in and compliance.

Media: Capture photos and videos with our media team.

Stage Coordination: Support performers and manage stage logistics.

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

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

Security: Help ensure safety throughout the event.

Food Distribution:  Assist with serving and organizing food.

Why Volunteer?

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

 Ready to Join Us?

Sign up today to be part of SOAFEST .0!  

Let’s build something beautiful together.

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

Register at https://bit.ly/BDOPVolunteer2026

Volunteer roles include:

And so much more!

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

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

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

Assist with event planning and coordination

Support vendor and performer logistics

Help organize activity zones, schedules, and event flow

Contribute to volunteer coordination and communication

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

Organized, reliable individuals

People who enjoy teamwork and community engagement

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

Volunteers who want to make a meaningful impact

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

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

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

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

Sign up for a spot

Become a volunteer mentor! Join a fun community! 

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

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

Some great reasons to join:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Schedule and Location

Qualifications and Requirements

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

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

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

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

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

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

Volunteers may assist with:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

For those new to gleaning, gleaning is:

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

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

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

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

For those new to gleaning, gleaning is:

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

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

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

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

For those new to gleaning, gleaning is:

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

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

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

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