Opportunities From: United Way of King County

Volunteer: Mentoring / Project planning support for visiting college students from southern Africa ((Angola, Botswana, Mozambique, South Africa, Zimbabwe)

Empower a group of college students from southern Africa who are visiting Seattle for a month as part of the Study of the US Institute on Civic Engagement program funded by the Department of State. Help young leaders create change in their communities at home (Angola, Botswana, Mozambique, South Africa, Zimbabwe). Help them develop their project ideas for the community action plans, share your experience and provide your feedback. Do a mock interview and help the participants with their interviewing skills. Volunteer service is followed by a networking mixer with professionals from different fields, food and drinks are provided. 

Please indicate on your applications your area of interest/expertise so that we can best match you with a college student. 

Organization: Foundation for International Understanding Through Students (FIUTS)

Empower a group of college students from southern Africa who are visiting Seattle for a month as part of the Study of the US Institute on Civic Engagement program funded by the Department of State. Help young leaders create change in their communities at home (Angola, Botswana, Mozambique, South Africa, Zimbabwe). Help them develop their project ideas for the community action plans, share your experience and provide your feedback. Do a mock interview and help the participants with their interviewing skills. Volunteer service is followed by a networking mixer with professionals from different fields, food and drinks are provided. 

Please indicate on your applications your area of interest/expertise so that we can best match you with a college student. 

Organization: Foundation for International Understanding Through Students (FIUTS)

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Jan 19, 2026

Zip Code: 98105

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Marra Farm Giving Garden Work Party (Group)

Do you want to end hunger in your community?    

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

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

Time Commitment

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

To Apply

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

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

Organization: Solid Ground

Do you want to end hunger in your community?    

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

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

Time Commitment

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

To Apply

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

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

Organization: Solid Ground

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98108

Allow Groups: Groups only


Volunteer: Marra Farm Giving Garden (Individual)

Do you want to end hunger in your community?  

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

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

To Apply

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

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

Organization: Solid Ground

Do you want to end hunger in your community?  

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

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

To Apply

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

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

Organization: Solid Ground

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98108

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Knit/Crochet to Keep Families Warm this Winter!

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... 

Knit, crochet, or sew a range of warm items like hats, scarves, mittens, as well as baby and children’s clothing. Count, tag, and sort KIA donations.

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

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

Organization: Solid Ground

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... 

Knit, crochet, or sew a range of warm items like hats, scarves, mittens, as well as baby and children’s clothing. Count, tag, and sort KIA donations.

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

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

Organization: Solid Ground

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98103

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: 55 or older? Improve food security in communities at risk (White Center)

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. 

Nutrition Education: Assist in cooking and nutrition classes. Gardening: Volunteer at Marra Farm. Weeding, harvesting, composting, etc: no experience required. Food Pantry Support: Volunteer at a local food bank. Food Delivery: Deliver meals or groceries to homebound individuals.

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

Organization: Solid Ground

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. 

Nutrition Education: Assist in cooking and nutrition classes. Gardening: Volunteer at Marra Farm. Weeding, harvesting, composting, etc: no experience required. Food Pantry Support: Volunteer at a local food bank. Food Delivery: Deliver meals or groceries to homebound individuals.

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

Organization: Solid Ground

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98146

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: 55 or older? Improve food security in communities at risk (Tukwila)

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. Nutrition Education: Assist in cooking and nutrition classes. Gardening: Volunteer at Marra Farm. Weeding, harvesting, composting, etc: no experience required.  Food Pantry Support: Volunteer at a local food bank. Food Delivery: Deliver meals or groceries to homebound individuals.

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

Organization: Solid Ground

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. Nutrition Education: Assist in cooking and nutrition classes. Gardening: Volunteer at Marra Farm. Weeding, harvesting, composting, etc: no experience required.  Food Pantry Support: Volunteer at a local food bank. Food Delivery: Deliver meals or groceries to homebound individuals.

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

Organization: Solid Ground

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98138

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: 55 or older? Improve food security in communities at risk (South King County)

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. Nutrition Education: Assist in cooking and nutrition classes.  Gardening: Volunteer at Marra Farm. Weeding, harvesting, composting, etc: no experience required. Food Pantry Support: Volunteer at a local food bank. Food Delivery: Deliver meals or groceries to homebound individuals.

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

Organization: Solid Ground

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. Nutrition Education: Assist in cooking and nutrition classes.  Gardening: Volunteer at Marra Farm. Weeding, harvesting, composting, etc: no experience required. Food Pantry Support: Volunteer at a local food bank. Food Delivery: Deliver meals or groceries to homebound individuals.

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

Organization: Solid Ground

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98057

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: 55 or older? Improve food security in communities at risk

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. Nutrition Education: Assist in cooking and nutrition classes. Gardening: Volunteer at Marra Farm. Weeding, harvesting, composting, etc: no experience required.   Food Pantry Support: Volunteer at a local food bank. Food Delivery: Deliver meals or groceries to homebound individuals.

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

Organization: Solid Ground

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. Nutrition Education: Assist in cooking and nutrition classes. Gardening: Volunteer at Marra Farm. Weeding, harvesting, composting, etc: no experience required.   Food Pantry Support: Volunteer at a local food bank. Food Delivery: Deliver meals or groceries to homebound individuals.

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

Organization: Solid Ground

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Organization Requirement: >55 years old

Zip Code: 98103

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: 55 and older? Eager to enrich your life and the lives of others? (West & South Seattle)

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:        

K-12 success - tutor youth struggling in school.  Increasing food security - serve meals or assist in cooking classes and nutrition education.  Promoting independence for older adults - become a companion or help with around-the-house repairs for seniors.  Improving access to health care for older adults and adults with disabilities - provide free, unbiased, and confidential advice on Medicare options. Providing services & building capacity at nonprofits - many more opportunities to fit your interests and skills.

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

Organization: Solid Ground

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:        

K-12 success - tutor youth struggling in school.  Increasing food security - serve meals or assist in cooking classes and nutrition education.  Promoting independence for older adults - become a companion or help with around-the-house repairs for seniors.  Improving access to health care for older adults and adults with disabilities - provide free, unbiased, and confidential advice on Medicare options. Providing services & building capacity at nonprofits - many more opportunities to fit your interests and skills.

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

Organization: Solid Ground

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98108

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: 55 and older? Eager to enrich your life and the lives of others? (Seattle)

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:          

K-12 success - tutor youth struggling in school.  Increasing food security - serve meals or assist in cooking classes and nutrition education. Promoting independence for older adults - become a companion or help with around-the-house repairs for seniors. Improving access to health care for older adults and adults with disabilities - provide free, unbiased, and confidential advice on Medicare options. Providing services & building capacity at nonprofits - many more opportunities to fit your interests and skills.

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

Organization: Solid Ground

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:          

K-12 success - tutor youth struggling in school.  Increasing food security - serve meals or assist in cooking classes and nutrition education. Promoting independence for older adults - become a companion or help with around-the-house repairs for seniors. Improving access to health care for older adults and adults with disabilities - provide free, unbiased, and confidential advice on Medicare options. Providing services & building capacity at nonprofits - many more opportunities to fit your interests and skills.

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

Organization: Solid Ground

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98101

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: 55 and older? Eager to enrich your life and the lives of others? (Renton/South King County)

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:   

K-12 success - tutor youth struggling in school.           Increasing food security - serve meals or assist in cooking classes and nutrition education. Promoting independence for older adults - become a companion or help with around-the-house repairs for seniors. Improving access to health care for older adults and adults with disabilities - provide free, unbiased, and confidential advice on Medicare options. Providing services & building capacity at nonprofits - many more opportunities to fit your interests and skills.

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

Organization: Solid Ground

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:   

K-12 success - tutor youth struggling in school.           Increasing food security - serve meals or assist in cooking classes and nutrition education. Promoting independence for older adults - become a companion or help with around-the-house repairs for seniors. Improving access to health care for older adults and adults with disabilities - provide free, unbiased, and confidential advice on Medicare options. Providing services & building capacity at nonprofits - many more opportunities to fit your interests and skills.

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

Organization: Solid Ground

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98055

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: 55 and older? Eager to enrich your life and the lives of others? (North Seattle)

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:        

K-12 success - tutor youth struggling in school.  Increasing food security - serve meals or assist in cooking classes and nutrition education. Promoting independence for older adults - become a companion or help with around-the-house repairs for seniors. Improving access to health care for older adults and adults with disabilities - provide free, unbiased, and confidential advice on Medicare options. Providing services & building capacity at nonprofits - many more opportunities to fit your interests and skills. 

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

Organization: Solid Ground

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:        

K-12 success - tutor youth struggling in school.  Increasing food security - serve meals or assist in cooking classes and nutrition education. Promoting independence for older adults - become a companion or help with around-the-house repairs for seniors. Improving access to health care for older adults and adults with disabilities - provide free, unbiased, and confidential advice on Medicare options. Providing services & building capacity at nonprofits - many more opportunities to fit your interests and skills. 

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

Organization: Solid Ground

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98125

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: 55 and older? Eager to enrich your life and the lives of others? (East King County)

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:       

K-12 success - tutor youth struggling in school.   Increasing food security - serve meals or assist in cooking classes and nutrition education. Promoting independence for older adults - become a companion or help with around-the-house repairs for seniors. Improving access to health care for older adults and adults with disabilities - provide free, unbiased, and confidential advice on Medicare options. Providing services & building capacity at nonprofits - many more opportunities to fit your interests and skills.

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

Organization: Solid Ground

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:       

K-12 success - tutor youth struggling in school.   Increasing food security - serve meals or assist in cooking classes and nutrition education. Promoting independence for older adults - become a companion or help with around-the-house repairs for seniors. Improving access to health care for older adults and adults with disabilities - provide free, unbiased, and confidential advice on Medicare options. Providing services & building capacity at nonprofits - many more opportunities to fit your interests and skills.

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

Organization: Solid Ground

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98005

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: 55 and older? Eager to enrich your life and the lives of others? (Auburn/South King County)

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: 

K-12 success - tutor youth struggling in school.   Increasing food security - serve meals or assist in cooking classes and nutrition education. Promoting independence for older adults - become a companion or help with around-the-house repairs for seniors. Improving access to health care for older adults and adults with disabilities - provide free, unbiased, and confidential advice on Medicare options.  Providing services & building capacity at nonprofits - many more opportunities to fit your interests and skills.

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

Organization: Solid Ground

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: 

K-12 success - tutor youth struggling in school.   Increasing food security - serve meals or assist in cooking classes and nutrition education. Promoting independence for older adults - become a companion or help with around-the-house repairs for seniors. Improving access to health care for older adults and adults with disabilities - provide free, unbiased, and confidential advice on Medicare options.  Providing services & building capacity at nonprofits - many more opportunities to fit your interests and skills.

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

Organization: Solid Ground

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98001

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Village Makeki (Market)


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

Organization: United Territories Of Pacific Islanders Alliance - Washington


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

Organization: United Territories Of Pacific Islanders Alliance - Washington

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98032

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Home Delivery (DD) Packing and Support

Home Delivery DoorDash pick up is a vital extension of our home delivery program, helping us reach neighbors who are unable to visit the food bank. Each week, about 200 DoorDash delivery bags are packed and distributed on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Volunteers in this role support both the packing and distribution process, ensuring clients receive fresh, nutritious food.

Responsibilities:

Pack Home Delivery bags with a curated selection of produce, protein, and dry goods.

Follow food safety guidelines to ensure quality control of all items, especially perishable produce.

Transport packed bags to the designated pick-up location using a cart.

Assist DoorDash drivers by confirming pick-up numbers and helping load bags into their vehicles.

Work closely with staff to ensure smooth and accurate distribution.

On Mondays, help pack dry goods for the week’s DoorDash deliveries.

Keep the workspace clean and organized during and after shifts.

Qualifications:

Attention to detail and commitment to food safety practices.

Comfortable lifting and carrying bags up to 25 lbs.

Strong communication skills to interact with staff and DoorDash drivers.

Ability to work collaboratively and follow instructions.

Long-term volunteers may receive pallet jack training.

Benefits:

Be part of a program that expands food access to homebound neighbors.

Opportunities for warehouse and equipment training.

Engage in meaningful community support and make a tangible impact.

This role is perfect for volunteers who enjoy logistics, working with others, and supporting the well-being of our community members. Your help ensures that essential food items are delivered safely and efficiently!

Organization: Pike Market Food Bank

Home Delivery DoorDash pick up is a vital extension of our home delivery program, helping us reach neighbors who are unable to visit the food bank. Each week, about 200 DoorDash delivery bags are packed and distributed on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Volunteers in this role support both the packing and distribution process, ensuring clients receive fresh, nutritious food.

Responsibilities:

Pack Home Delivery bags with a curated selection of produce, protein, and dry goods.

Follow food safety guidelines to ensure quality control of all items, especially perishable produce.

Transport packed bags to the designated pick-up location using a cart.

Assist DoorDash drivers by confirming pick-up numbers and helping load bags into their vehicles.

Work closely with staff to ensure smooth and accurate distribution.

On Mondays, help pack dry goods for the week’s DoorDash deliveries.

Keep the workspace clean and organized during and after shifts.

Qualifications:

Attention to detail and commitment to food safety practices.

Comfortable lifting and carrying bags up to 25 lbs.

Strong communication skills to interact with staff and DoorDash drivers.

Ability to work collaboratively and follow instructions.

Long-term volunteers may receive pallet jack training.

Benefits:

Be part of a program that expands food access to homebound neighbors.

Opportunities for warehouse and equipment training.

Engage in meaningful community support and make a tangible impact.

This role is perfect for volunteers who enjoy logistics, working with others, and supporting the well-being of our community members. Your help ensures that essential food items are delivered safely and efficiently!

Organization: Pike Market Food Bank

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 98101

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Grocery Distribution Volunteer


Are you looking to make a tangible difference in your community? Join us as a friendly and compassionate Grocery Distribution Volunteer, helping neighbors in the Seattle area access nutritious food in a welcoming and inclusive environment.

Shifts Available:

Our grocery distribution program runs during the following times, and you can select a shift that works best for you:

Tuesdays:

10:50 AM – 1:00 PM

1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Wednesdays:2:50 pm - 5:00 pm

Thursdays: 11:50 am – 3:00 PM

Your Role:

As a Grocery Distribution Volunteer, you will:

Greet and assist clients as they select their groceries.

Restock items on the grocery line and help maintain a clean, organized space.

Carry bags or assist clients as needed.

Support a safe and welcoming environment for all.

You Are:

Friendly, approachable, and eager to help people from diverse backgrounds.

Comfortable in a fast-paced setting and able to lift items weighing up to 25–50 lbs.

Available during weekday shifts and able to commit to a regular weekly schedule of 2–3 hours.

Open to receiving instructions and collaborating with a supportive team.

Bonus: Knowledge of a second language (Mandarin, Cantonese, Spanish, Russian, etc.) is helpful but not required!

We Provide:

Clear orientation and training to set you up for success.

Guidance and support throughout your volunteer experience.

A flexible schedule and a role that best fits your strengths and availability.

Together We Will: 

Directly impact the community by helping neighbors access nutritious food.

Build connections with a diverse group of clients, staff, and volunteers.

Gain experience in a client-facing, fast-paced environment.

Be part of a welcoming, mission-driven team fighting food insecurity.

Ready to Join?
Your energy and compassion can make a huge difference in someone’s day. Reach out today, and let’s find the perfect role and schedule for you at the Pike Market Food Bank!


Organization: Pike Market Food Bank


Are you looking to make a tangible difference in your community? Join us as a friendly and compassionate Grocery Distribution Volunteer, helping neighbors in the Seattle area access nutritious food in a welcoming and inclusive environment.

Shifts Available:

Our grocery distribution program runs during the following times, and you can select a shift that works best for you:

Tuesdays:

10:50 AM – 1:00 PM

1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Wednesdays:2:50 pm - 5:00 pm

Thursdays: 11:50 am – 3:00 PM

Your Role:

As a Grocery Distribution Volunteer, you will:

Greet and assist clients as they select their groceries.

Restock items on the grocery line and help maintain a clean, organized space.

Carry bags or assist clients as needed.

Support a safe and welcoming environment for all.

You Are:

Friendly, approachable, and eager to help people from diverse backgrounds.

Comfortable in a fast-paced setting and able to lift items weighing up to 25–50 lbs.

Available during weekday shifts and able to commit to a regular weekly schedule of 2–3 hours.

Open to receiving instructions and collaborating with a supportive team.

Bonus: Knowledge of a second language (Mandarin, Cantonese, Spanish, Russian, etc.) is helpful but not required!

We Provide:

Clear orientation and training to set you up for success.

Guidance and support throughout your volunteer experience.

A flexible schedule and a role that best fits your strengths and availability.

Together We Will: 

Directly impact the community by helping neighbors access nutritious food.

Build connections with a diverse group of clients, staff, and volunteers.

Gain experience in a client-facing, fast-paced environment.

Be part of a welcoming, mission-driven team fighting food insecurity.

Ready to Join?
Your energy and compassion can make a huge difference in someone’s day. Reach out today, and let’s find the perfect role and schedule for you at the Pike Market Food Bank!


Organization: Pike Market Food Bank

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 98101

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: MLK Day of Service Garden and Food Forest Preservation

Join us in the garden for the 2026 MLK Day of Service!

Bring yourself, a friend, or your family for what's bound to be a fun day getting our hands dirty!

Tasks will include:

removal and disposal of invasive plants clearing any dead crops from the season planting cover crops and wildflower seeds installing stone near the fence to block rabbits mulching pathways clearing the compost binslabeling toolsharvesting any remaining crops for our Food Justice program!


~ Coffee and light snacks will be provided ~

Please bring:

closed-toed shoes & weather-appropriate clothing a reusable water bottle gardening gloves if you have them

Organization: Sustainable Renton

Join us in the garden for the 2026 MLK Day of Service!

Bring yourself, a friend, or your family for what's bound to be a fun day getting our hands dirty!

Tasks will include:

removal and disposal of invasive plants clearing any dead crops from the season planting cover crops and wildflower seeds installing stone near the fence to block rabbits mulching pathways clearing the compost binslabeling toolsharvesting any remaining crops for our Food Justice program!


~ Coffee and light snacks will be provided ~

Please bring:

closed-toed shoes & weather-appropriate clothing a reusable water bottle gardening gloves if you have them

Organization: Sustainable Renton

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Jan 19, 2026

Zip Code: 98059

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Volunteer with Pike Market Food Bank

Pike Market Food Bank serves Seattle neighbors facing food insecurity. We are currently seeking committed volunteers to support our operations in both client-facing roles and warehouse support. Whether you enjoy working directly with people or behind the scenes, there are many ways to get involved.

Current Volunteer Opportunities

Grocery Distribution Volunteers(Highest Need)
Support clients as they move through the grocery line by explaining options, helping them select items based on preference, and keeping the distribution line stocked.

Tuesdays: 10:50 am – 3:00 pm, Wednesdays: 2:50 pm – 7:00 pm, Thursdays: 11:50 am – 3:00 pm


Grocery Rescue Volunteers
Accompany our food bank driver to local grocery stores to collect donated food. Volunteers help transport items back to the food bank to weigh, record, and sort them.

Mondays: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm, Tuesdays: 8:45 am – 11:30 am, Wednesdays: 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm


Home Delivery Volunteers(Background check required)
Work with another volunteer or staff member to pack 10–20 grocery bags and deliver them to Pike Place Market neighbors using your personal vehicle.

Fridays: 9:30 am – 12:00 pm


Bagel Run Volunteers (No Car/Driving needed)
Collect food donations from Pike Place Market businesses using a cart, then return items to the food bank to be weighed, recorded, and sorted.

Thursdays: 9:45 am – 11:15 am

Prep Volunteers
Assist with breaking down bulk donations, including slicing bread, repackaging eggs, and completing other packing and prep tasks.

Mondays & Tuesdays: 9:00 am – 11:00 am, Wednesdays: 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm


No Cook Service Support(Highest Need)
Partner with No Cook check-in staff to pack client orders, restock supplies, and maintain food safety standards.

Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursdays: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm, Wednesdays: 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm


Client Intake & Check-In Volunteers(Background check required)
Support new and returning clients by checking them into our Salesforce system or assisting with intake forms. Ideal for volunteers with customer service or social service experience.

Tuesdays: 10:50 am – 3:00 pm, Wednesdays: 2:50 pm – 7:00 pm

Once we receive your interest, our Volunteer Coordinator will reach out with application and orientation details.

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Pike Market Food Bank. We truly appreciate your support!



Organization: Pike Market Food Bank

Pike Market Food Bank serves Seattle neighbors facing food insecurity. We are currently seeking committed volunteers to support our operations in both client-facing roles and warehouse support. Whether you enjoy working directly with people or behind the scenes, there are many ways to get involved.

Current Volunteer Opportunities

Grocery Distribution Volunteers(Highest Need)
Support clients as they move through the grocery line by explaining options, helping them select items based on preference, and keeping the distribution line stocked.

Tuesdays: 10:50 am – 3:00 pm, Wednesdays: 2:50 pm – 7:00 pm, Thursdays: 11:50 am – 3:00 pm


Grocery Rescue Volunteers
Accompany our food bank driver to local grocery stores to collect donated food. Volunteers help transport items back to the food bank to weigh, record, and sort them.

Mondays: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm, Tuesdays: 8:45 am – 11:30 am, Wednesdays: 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm


Home Delivery Volunteers(Background check required)
Work with another volunteer or staff member to pack 10–20 grocery bags and deliver them to Pike Place Market neighbors using your personal vehicle.

Fridays: 9:30 am – 12:00 pm


Bagel Run Volunteers (No Car/Driving needed)
Collect food donations from Pike Place Market businesses using a cart, then return items to the food bank to be weighed, recorded, and sorted.

Thursdays: 9:45 am – 11:15 am

Prep Volunteers
Assist with breaking down bulk donations, including slicing bread, repackaging eggs, and completing other packing and prep tasks.

Mondays & Tuesdays: 9:00 am – 11:00 am, Wednesdays: 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm


No Cook Service Support(Highest Need)
Partner with No Cook check-in staff to pack client orders, restock supplies, and maintain food safety standards.

Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursdays: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm, Wednesdays: 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm


Client Intake & Check-In Volunteers(Background check required)
Support new and returning clients by checking them into our Salesforce system or assisting with intake forms. Ideal for volunteers with customer service or social service experience.

Tuesdays: 10:50 am – 3:00 pm, Wednesdays: 2:50 pm – 7:00 pm

Once we receive your interest, our Volunteer Coordinator will reach out with application and orientation details.

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Pike Market Food Bank. We truly appreciate your support!



Organization: Pike Market Food Bank

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98101

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Refugee Community Garden Individual Volunteering

Volunteer at Paradise Parking Plots Community Garden and support our refugee neighbors! Our 2-acre community garden provides space for refugee, immigrant and Kent resident gardeners to grow cultural foods and reconnect with the soil. Our shared spaces, such as our food forest, rain gardens, pollinator berms, and restoration areas need a lot of love and attention to stay healthy, productive, and beautiful. Volunteers help to ensure this shared site stays maintained and safe for gardeners to continue grow and nature to thrive.

Do you have weekly or bi-weekly availability to help in the garden? We need you! Consistent, returning volunteers are essential to the health of our garden. And best of all, no prior skills are required! We will train and develop you over time so you can work on increasingly more complex tasks like weeding our food forest, controlling pests and diseases, assisting with minor construction projects, managing our mason bees, or whatever else catches your interest and will enhance our community space. If you are interested, please sign up for this volunteer opportunity and we will follow up within 1-2 weeks to gather more details on your availability and share next steps.


Learn More:
-Paradise Parking Plots Community Garden Webpage

-World Relief Western Washington Website

Organization: World Relief Western Washington

Volunteer at Paradise Parking Plots Community Garden and support our refugee neighbors! Our 2-acre community garden provides space for refugee, immigrant and Kent resident gardeners to grow cultural foods and reconnect with the soil. Our shared spaces, such as our food forest, rain gardens, pollinator berms, and restoration areas need a lot of love and attention to stay healthy, productive, and beautiful. Volunteers help to ensure this shared site stays maintained and safe for gardeners to continue grow and nature to thrive.

Do you have weekly or bi-weekly availability to help in the garden? We need you! Consistent, returning volunteers are essential to the health of our garden. And best of all, no prior skills are required! We will train and develop you over time so you can work on increasingly more complex tasks like weeding our food forest, controlling pests and diseases, assisting with minor construction projects, managing our mason bees, or whatever else catches your interest and will enhance our community space. If you are interested, please sign up for this volunteer opportunity and we will follow up within 1-2 weeks to gather more details on your availability and share next steps.


Learn More:
-Paradise Parking Plots Community Garden Webpage

-World Relief Western Washington Website

Organization: World Relief Western Washington

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98178

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Got love to share? Foster kittens! ... or a cat!

Got love to share? Consider becoming a foster volunteer!

As a foster volunteer, you would make a short-term commitment to nurture one or more animals from the shelter in your home on a temporary basis. 

Some cats need a break from living at the shelter.  Providing time in your home helps them get ready to be adopted. Many cats need a quiet patch of sunlight to recover from a cold, for example.

RASKC also offers kittens, rabbits, and dogs to foster too.

Are you in a position to help?

Among the animals that are eligible to be fostered, you choose which animal that will go home with you.

Foster volunteers are given training online and 1:1, great support and everything necessary-- free pet food, free medical care for the kitty, free litter, free litter box, free kennel...

When the pet is ready to be adopted, you may choose to:

   a) adopt to a member of the community through RASKC's Adopters Welcome program, or

   b) bring the animal back to the shelter, or

   c) adopt the animal yourself.

You can decide when the time is right for you to foster-- on an ongoing basis or just every once in a while.

Children may participate in the animal care, though an adult in the household must be the official volunteer.

Community service might be available for school (if okay with the school). Usually 1.5 hours is credited for each day an animal is cared for in your home.

 

1. Complete a RASKC volunteer application.

 

2. Go to RASKC's website. View the training videos- Modules 1, 2, & 4 - then answer the questions.

 

3. Submit your completed liability-release form if you are an adult. If you are a youth, the form would need to be completed by your parent/ legal guardian.

 

Share your love and have fun as a foster parent to sweet fur-baby that needs you.


Thanks for considering this possibility. RASKC looks forward to hearing from you...

Organization: Regional Animal Services of King County

Got love to share? Consider becoming a foster volunteer!

As a foster volunteer, you would make a short-term commitment to nurture one or more animals from the shelter in your home on a temporary basis. 

Some cats need a break from living at the shelter.  Providing time in your home helps them get ready to be adopted. Many cats need a quiet patch of sunlight to recover from a cold, for example.

RASKC also offers kittens, rabbits, and dogs to foster too.

Are you in a position to help?

Among the animals that are eligible to be fostered, you choose which animal that will go home with you.

Foster volunteers are given training online and 1:1, great support and everything necessary-- free pet food, free medical care for the kitty, free litter, free litter box, free kennel...

When the pet is ready to be adopted, you may choose to:

   a) adopt to a member of the community through RASKC's Adopters Welcome program, or

   b) bring the animal back to the shelter, or

   c) adopt the animal yourself.

You can decide when the time is right for you to foster-- on an ongoing basis or just every once in a while.

Children may participate in the animal care, though an adult in the household must be the official volunteer.

Community service might be available for school (if okay with the school). Usually 1.5 hours is credited for each day an animal is cared for in your home.

 

1. Complete a RASKC volunteer application.

 

2. Go to RASKC's website. View the training videos- Modules 1, 2, & 4 - then answer the questions.

 

3. Submit your completed liability-release form if you are an adult. If you are a youth, the form would need to be completed by your parent/ legal guardian.

 

Share your love and have fun as a foster parent to sweet fur-baby that needs you.


Thanks for considering this possibility. RASKC looks forward to hearing from you...

Organization: Regional Animal Services of King County

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Organization Requirement: 1 years old

Zip Code: 98032

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Care for a bunny in your home -short term (RASKC)

A precious bunny would love to receive care in your home for a few weeks (or a few months) until an adopter has been identified or until a spot has opened up at Reber Ranch.


RASKC provides free food, free hay, free supplies, plus free medicine and free medical care for the foster animals.

 

Foster training is provided online with lots of one-on-one support, if needed, from RASKC's Foster Care Coordinator and/or RASKC's Lead Rabbit Volunteer.

 

Opening your heart and your home to an animal from the shelter on a temporary basis is one of the very best things you can do to help.

 

It the situation isn't working out for any reason, you can return the bunny back to the shelter the next afternoon.

 

Children may assist in the animal care, but an adult in the household would need to be the official foster volunteer.

 

Community service for school might be available (if okayed by the school). Usually 1.5 hours credit is given for each day caring for a foster animal.


Application required. Click "respond" and we will follow up with more information. 


RASKC hopes to hear from you!

Organization: Regional Animal Services of King County

A precious bunny would love to receive care in your home for a few weeks (or a few months) until an adopter has been identified or until a spot has opened up at Reber Ranch.


RASKC provides free food, free hay, free supplies, plus free medicine and free medical care for the foster animals.

 

Foster training is provided online with lots of one-on-one support, if needed, from RASKC's Foster Care Coordinator and/or RASKC's Lead Rabbit Volunteer.

 

Opening your heart and your home to an animal from the shelter on a temporary basis is one of the very best things you can do to help.

 

It the situation isn't working out for any reason, you can return the bunny back to the shelter the next afternoon.

 

Children may assist in the animal care, but an adult in the household would need to be the official foster volunteer.

 

Community service for school might be available (if okayed by the school). Usually 1.5 hours credit is given for each day caring for a foster animal.


Application required. Click "respond" and we will follow up with more information. 


RASKC hopes to hear from you!

Organization: Regional Animal Services of King County

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98032

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Help Those Who Are Impacted by Home Fires, Join the American Red Cross

      The American Red Cross 
  Disaster Action Team Turns Tragedy into Hope

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

Organization: American Red Cross

      The American Red Cross 
  Disaster Action Team Turns Tragedy into Hope

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

Organization: American Red Cross

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98144

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Disasters harm families. Can you help?

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

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

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


Organization: American Red Cross

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

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

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


Organization: American Red Cross

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98144

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Be the the first light in someone's darkest hour Join our Disaster Action Team(King County)

        The American Red Cross 

                         

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

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

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

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

Organization: American Red Cross

        The American Red Cross 

                         

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

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

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

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

Organization: American Red Cross

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98144

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: A warm meal. A warm heart. A neighbor who cares. Join our Feeding Associate Team


       The American Red Cross

                 

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

Organization: American Red Cross


       The American Red Cross

                 

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

Organization: American Red Cross

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98144

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Food Distribution & Logistics Assistant – Washington West African Center

The Washington West African Center (WAWAC) is seeking a Food Distribution & Logistics Assistant to support our Food Justice pillar. This role ensures that culturally relevant foods are efficiently packaged, transported, and distributed to community members in a welcoming and organized manner.

Key Responsibilities

Assist with planning and coordinating food distribution events

Support logistics for packaging perishable and non‑perishable items

Help manage supplies, storage, and transportation arrangements

Track distribution data and report on resource utilization

Collaborate with staff and volunteers to ensure smooth operations

Promote a positive, respectful experience for families receiving food

Requirements

All WAWAC volunteers must complete:

Volunteer Agreement

Model Release form

Join us in strengthening food access and community well‑being through effective logistics and compassionate service.

Organization: Washington West African Center

The Washington West African Center (WAWAC) is seeking a Food Distribution & Logistics Assistant to support our Food Justice pillar. This role ensures that culturally relevant foods are efficiently packaged, transported, and distributed to community members in a welcoming and organized manner.

Key Responsibilities

Assist with planning and coordinating food distribution events

Support logistics for packaging perishable and non‑perishable items

Help manage supplies, storage, and transportation arrangements

Track distribution data and report on resource utilization

Collaborate with staff and volunteers to ensure smooth operations

Promote a positive, respectful experience for families receiving food

Requirements

All WAWAC volunteers must complete:

Volunteer Agreement

Model Release form

Join us in strengthening food access and community well‑being through effective logistics and compassionate service.

Organization: Washington West African Center

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Dec 5, 2025 through May 1, 2026

Zip Code: 98020

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Board Members Wanted to Help Animals Across Washington State

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


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

 
If yes, then please consider joining our Board! 


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


Pawsitive Alliance advances are mission through our three programs: 

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

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

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


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


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


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

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


Organization: Pawsitive Alliance

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


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

 
If yes, then please consider joining our Board! 


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


Pawsitive Alliance advances are mission through our three programs: 

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

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

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


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


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


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

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


Organization: Pawsitive Alliance

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98007

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Refugee Community Garden Group Volunteering

Volunteer at Paradise Parking Plots Community Garden and support our refugee neighbors! Our 2-acre community garden provides space for refugee, immigrant and Kent resident gardeners to grow cultural foods and reconnect with the soil. Our shared spaces, such as our food forest, rain gardens, pollinator berms, and restoration areas need a lot of love and attention to stay healthy, productive, and beautiful. Volunteers help to ensure this shared site stays maintained and safe for gardeners to continue grow and nature to thrive.

We are looking for work, church, or other community organizations that have availability to bring a group of volunteers out to support with essential gardening and maintenance tasks! We are able to accommodate most events during the week with some limited capacity to schedule Saturday events. If you are interested, please sign up for this volunteer opportunity and we will follow up within 1-2 weeks to gather more details on your availability and interest.

Note: we request a commitment of a minimum of 10-15 volunteers to schedule an event for your organization. Don’t have this many volunteers? Check out our website's Events page to see if there are already scheduled events you can join or email the Community Garden Coordinator to inquire further.


Learn More:
-Paradise Parking Plots Community Garden Webpage

-World Relief Western Washington Website

Organization: World Relief Western Washington

Volunteer at Paradise Parking Plots Community Garden and support our refugee neighbors! Our 2-acre community garden provides space for refugee, immigrant and Kent resident gardeners to grow cultural foods and reconnect with the soil. Our shared spaces, such as our food forest, rain gardens, pollinator berms, and restoration areas need a lot of love and attention to stay healthy, productive, and beautiful. Volunteers help to ensure this shared site stays maintained and safe for gardeners to continue grow and nature to thrive.

We are looking for work, church, or other community organizations that have availability to bring a group of volunteers out to support with essential gardening and maintenance tasks! We are able to accommodate most events during the week with some limited capacity to schedule Saturday events. If you are interested, please sign up for this volunteer opportunity and we will follow up within 1-2 weeks to gather more details on your availability and interest.

Note: we request a commitment of a minimum of 10-15 volunteers to schedule an event for your organization. Don’t have this many volunteers? Check out our website's Events page to see if there are already scheduled events you can join or email the Community Garden Coordinator to inquire further.


Learn More:
-Paradise Parking Plots Community Garden Webpage

-World Relief Western Washington Website

Organization: World Relief Western Washington

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98178

Allow Groups: Groups only


Volunteer: Meals on Wheels- Shoreline: Volunteer Co-Coordinator

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.

Volunteer Coordinator:As the Volunteer Coordinator, the main responsibilities are to make sure that homebound elders receive the meals they order, that the necessary volunteers are on hand to pack and deliver the meals, that volunteers are trained and supported, and various office tasks that keep Meals on Wheels humming along on schedule.

In a pinch, the Coordinator can fill in for any member of the Meals on Wheels team, including delivering meals to clients. Training for this position is provided. The time commitment is 5-8 hours weekly. Availability on Thursdays from 8:30am-noon is needed, in addition availability for a few hours on an occasional Tuesday is desired.

Qualities sought in Meals on Wheels volunteers: Commitment to the well-being of elders, good communication skills, reliability, flexibility, attention to detail, resourcefulness, and good cheer.

Requirements: Complete an application. Consent to a background check. Be able to lift 15lbs. Be at least 24 years of age or better. Have a Washington State driver’s license and auto insurance. This is an ongoing, weekly commitment.

 

Organization: Sound Generations

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.

Volunteer Coordinator:As the Volunteer Coordinator, the main responsibilities are to make sure that homebound elders receive the meals they order, that the necessary volunteers are on hand to pack and deliver the meals, that volunteers are trained and supported, and various office tasks that keep Meals on Wheels humming along on schedule.

In a pinch, the Coordinator can fill in for any member of the Meals on Wheels team, including delivering meals to clients. Training for this position is provided. The time commitment is 5-8 hours weekly. Availability on Thursdays from 8:30am-noon is needed, in addition availability for a few hours on an occasional Tuesday is desired.

Qualities sought in Meals on Wheels volunteers: Commitment to the well-being of elders, good communication skills, reliability, flexibility, attention to detail, resourcefulness, and good cheer.

Requirements: Complete an application. Consent to a background check. Be able to lift 15lbs. Be at least 24 years of age or better. Have a Washington State driver’s license and auto insurance. This is an ongoing, weekly commitment.

 

Organization: Sound Generations

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98155

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Community Pantry Volunteer

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

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

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

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

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

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

Organization: Plymouth Healing Communities

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

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

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

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

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

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

Organization: Plymouth Healing Communities

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98144

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Kitchen Deep Clean for Senior Housing

About us:

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

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

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

https://www.seattlenightwatch.org/

Organization: Operation Nightwatch

About us:

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

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

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

https://www.seattlenightwatch.org/

Organization: Operation Nightwatch

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98144

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Deliver Medically Tailored Meals to Neighbors with Lifelong Health for All

Our Mission: We remove barriers to health with relentless compassion so that no one faces illness and injustice alone.

Lifelong was founded by volunteers in the '80s in response to the HIV/AIDS crisis, delivering meals to folks with HIV. Lifelong has expanded since then and merged with the Northwest AIDS Alliance and Evergreen Health, and we now serve individuals with a wide range of chronic medical conditions including cancer, diabetes, and kidney disease, as well as seniors and folks with disabilities. We deliver medically tailored meals and culturally relevant grocery bags to people's homes primarily in King and Snohomish counties.

In 2024 we delivered 180,000 meals and 35,000 grocery bags to folks in need.

Our Vision: Health For All

Making an impact in your community is easier than you think! Help deliver nutritious, culturally appropriate groceries and medically tailored meals from the Chicken Soup Brigade to our clients who are home-bound and/or living with serious illnesses.

Volunteer driver routes take 60-120 minutes to complete on average (including picking up the food from our home base in Georgetown), you will deliver to around 6-10 clients per route, and we can try to find a route near where you live to save driving time and help you build connections within your community.

We are currently looking for support with the following routes:

Mondays - Leschi or South Pioneer SquareFridays - Kent, South Renton, or Federal Way

Pickup Time/Location: Pick up times are between 9:00am - 3:00pm Monday - Friday at our warehouse in Georgetown. We also have satellite pickup locations in Bellevue on Thursdays and Aubrun on Fridays to reduce your driving time if you live close to those areas. Please ask us about those in your application if you're interested!

Commitment: 1 shift per week for at least 3 months (OK to take time off for vacations and other commitments. Just make sure those dates are communicated to us!)

Qualifications: Must be 18 years old or older, have a driver’s license, and a reliable vehicle with proof of insurance. Training for the role is provided.

If you are interested in being a delivery driver volunteer, please submit an application here:

Individual Volunteers — Lifelong

Organization: Lifelong

Our Mission: We remove barriers to health with relentless compassion so that no one faces illness and injustice alone.

Lifelong was founded by volunteers in the '80s in response to the HIV/AIDS crisis, delivering meals to folks with HIV. Lifelong has expanded since then and merged with the Northwest AIDS Alliance and Evergreen Health, and we now serve individuals with a wide range of chronic medical conditions including cancer, diabetes, and kidney disease, as well as seniors and folks with disabilities. We deliver medically tailored meals and culturally relevant grocery bags to people's homes primarily in King and Snohomish counties.

In 2024 we delivered 180,000 meals and 35,000 grocery bags to folks in need.

Our Vision: Health For All

Making an impact in your community is easier than you think! Help deliver nutritious, culturally appropriate groceries and medically tailored meals from the Chicken Soup Brigade to our clients who are home-bound and/or living with serious illnesses.

Volunteer driver routes take 60-120 minutes to complete on average (including picking up the food from our home base in Georgetown), you will deliver to around 6-10 clients per route, and we can try to find a route near where you live to save driving time and help you build connections within your community.

We are currently looking for support with the following routes:

Mondays - Leschi or South Pioneer SquareFridays - Kent, South Renton, or Federal Way

Pickup Time/Location: Pick up times are between 9:00am - 3:00pm Monday - Friday at our warehouse in Georgetown. We also have satellite pickup locations in Bellevue on Thursdays and Aubrun on Fridays to reduce your driving time if you live close to those areas. Please ask us about those in your application if you're interested!

Commitment: 1 shift per week for at least 3 months (OK to take time off for vacations and other commitments. Just make sure those dates are communicated to us!)

Qualifications: Must be 18 years old or older, have a driver’s license, and a reliable vehicle with proof of insurance. Training for the role is provided.

If you are interested in being a delivery driver volunteer, please submit an application here:

Individual Volunteers — Lifelong

Organization: Lifelong

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98134

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Help Pack Grocery Bags at Lifelong Health For All

Grocery Program Volunteer Job Description

Our Mission: We remove barriers to health with relentless compassion so that no one faces illness and injustice alone.

Lifelong was founded by volunteers in the '80s in response to the HIV/AIDS crisis, delivering meals to folks with HIV. Lifelong has expanded since then and merged with the Northwest AIDS Alliance and Evergreen Health, and we now serve individuals with a wide range of chronic medical conditions including cancer, diabetes, and kidney disease, as well as seniors and folks with disabilities. We deliver medically tailored meals and culturally relevant grocery bags to people's homes primarily in King and Snohomish counties. 

In 2024 we delivered 180,000 meals and 35,000 grocery bags to folks in need.

Where you come in

Lifelong needs volunteers to help repack bulk items such as rice, beans, and oats, pack shelf stable items into grocery bags to prepare for delivery, and help us put away deliveries. The warehouse is the foundation of our work in getting food to clients who are living with serious illnesses.  

Requirements: All volunteers must obtain a Food Worker Card and complete an online HIPAA training

Current needs: Monday - Friday 9:30am - 12:00pm and 1:30pm - 4:00pm 


Ages: Ages 16+, 16-17 with a parental consent form which we will provide.


If this sounds like an opportunity for you, submit an application here:

 Individual Volunteers — Lifelong

Thank you for your interest in supporting the work that we do!

Organization: Lifelong

Grocery Program Volunteer Job Description

Our Mission: We remove barriers to health with relentless compassion so that no one faces illness and injustice alone.

Lifelong was founded by volunteers in the '80s in response to the HIV/AIDS crisis, delivering meals to folks with HIV. Lifelong has expanded since then and merged with the Northwest AIDS Alliance and Evergreen Health, and we now serve individuals with a wide range of chronic medical conditions including cancer, diabetes, and kidney disease, as well as seniors and folks with disabilities. We deliver medically tailored meals and culturally relevant grocery bags to people's homes primarily in King and Snohomish counties. 

In 2024 we delivered 180,000 meals and 35,000 grocery bags to folks in need.

Where you come in

Lifelong needs volunteers to help repack bulk items such as rice, beans, and oats, pack shelf stable items into grocery bags to prepare for delivery, and help us put away deliveries. The warehouse is the foundation of our work in getting food to clients who are living with serious illnesses.  

Requirements: All volunteers must obtain a Food Worker Card and complete an online HIPAA training

Current needs: Monday - Friday 9:30am - 12:00pm and 1:30pm - 4:00pm 


Ages: Ages 16+, 16-17 with a parental consent form which we will provide.


If this sounds like an opportunity for you, submit an application here:

 Individual Volunteers — Lifelong

Thank you for your interest in supporting the work that we do!

Organization: Lifelong

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98118

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Deliver food to students in need | SEEKING VOLUNTEERS

There truly is no better time to volunteer. Our program needs help packing and delivering 5,000 bags of food to students struggling with food and housing insecurity over the weekend.

WE NEED YOUR HELP to get the food to the students!

Every Thursday morning, more than 70 volunteers arrive in their own cars, seats down and covered, to take our bags to one, two or three of the 100 schools we serve. Our loaders handle the lifting. You'll open the trunk, get a clipboard with your route and head out.

Every driver starts and ends their route at our warehouse on 1st Ave. in the SODO district of Seattle.

Shift time: Thursday mornings. Arrival 8:30AM to 10:30AM, total time no more than 2 hours.

Location: 1729 1st Ave S. Seattle, WA 98134

How to volunteer? Just click "Respond" and we'll get you on the roster. Join our amazing community delivering hope and help us END weekend hunger!

You are not signed up until you have a specific confirmation from Nichelle Hilton or the Volunteer Coordinator.

Check out our Instagram to see us in action!

https://www.instagram.com/washingtonbackpackbrigade/

Organization: Backpack Brigade

There truly is no better time to volunteer. Our program needs help packing and delivering 5,000 bags of food to students struggling with food and housing insecurity over the weekend.

WE NEED YOUR HELP to get the food to the students!

Every Thursday morning, more than 70 volunteers arrive in their own cars, seats down and covered, to take our bags to one, two or three of the 100 schools we serve. Our loaders handle the lifting. You'll open the trunk, get a clipboard with your route and head out.

Every driver starts and ends their route at our warehouse on 1st Ave. in the SODO district of Seattle.

Shift time: Thursday mornings. Arrival 8:30AM to 10:30AM, total time no more than 2 hours.

Location: 1729 1st Ave S. Seattle, WA 98134

How to volunteer? Just click "Respond" and we'll get you on the roster. Join our amazing community delivering hope and help us END weekend hunger!

You are not signed up until you have a specific confirmation from Nichelle Hilton or the Volunteer Coordinator.

Check out our Instagram to see us in action!

https://www.instagram.com/washingtonbackpackbrigade/

Organization: Backpack Brigade

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98134-1403

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Make meals for the Community with FareStart this Weekend

Description Join FareStart in making meals for our community at our Galaxy Location in Seattle's Interbay area!

We believe everyone is entitled to fresh, healthy and nutritious food.  We have over 30 years of history and expertise in preparing and delivering meals across the Greater Seattle area, producing 19 million meals for local nonprofits, shelters, respite centers, youth and adult daycare centers and schools.  Volunteers help with a variety of tasks to help supplement the large amount of work that goes in to creating around 2,365 meals each day.  A great opportunity for hands-on volunteer work and team building.  Food is provided!

Volunteer Duties: Volunteers will help prepare meals by completing basic preparation tasks.  FareStart staff will assign tasks based on individual skill and comfort level.

No cooking experience necessary! Ability to stand on hard surface for 5 hours 18+  years old

Location: Galaxy Building, 635 Elliott Ave W, Seattle, WA 98119

Parking: Is available in Galaxy Building Garage ($16), a lot across the street ($14), or on the street for free. Bus routes 24 and 30 stop along street.

Dates/Times: Saturdays and Sundays 10:00a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

9:45-10:00 am – arrival time, volunteers put items in lockers 10:00 am – kitchen volunteer orientation, tasks assigned 10:15 am – production begins 11:30am (30 min) lunch break* 12:00 pm– 3:00 PM – review final tasks, production resumes and help with cleanup

Contact:  When you arrive please call the kitchen at 206-588-4020 to gain entrance to building.

Attire: Volunteers are asked to wear sturdy, closed-toed, non-slip/rubber soled shoes and full-length pants. We also advise volunteers to wear clothes and shoes which can get dirty, we will provide aprons. Long hair must be tied back, and all volunteers must wear a hat or a hairnet (hairnet provided). Please refrain from wearing nail polish.

Group Size: Individuals or groups of up to 7 people.

Health and Safety Considerations:

Do not volunteer if sickFareStart is a mask-friendly environment

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!


Organization: FareStart

Description Join FareStart in making meals for our community at our Galaxy Location in Seattle's Interbay area!

We believe everyone is entitled to fresh, healthy and nutritious food.  We have over 30 years of history and expertise in preparing and delivering meals across the Greater Seattle area, producing 19 million meals for local nonprofits, shelters, respite centers, youth and adult daycare centers and schools.  Volunteers help with a variety of tasks to help supplement the large amount of work that goes in to creating around 2,365 meals each day.  A great opportunity for hands-on volunteer work and team building.  Food is provided!

Volunteer Duties: Volunteers will help prepare meals by completing basic preparation tasks.  FareStart staff will assign tasks based on individual skill and comfort level.

No cooking experience necessary! Ability to stand on hard surface for 5 hours 18+  years old

Location: Galaxy Building, 635 Elliott Ave W, Seattle, WA 98119

Parking: Is available in Galaxy Building Garage ($16), a lot across the street ($14), or on the street for free. Bus routes 24 and 30 stop along street.

Dates/Times: Saturdays and Sundays 10:00a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

9:45-10:00 am – arrival time, volunteers put items in lockers 10:00 am – kitchen volunteer orientation, tasks assigned 10:15 am – production begins 11:30am (30 min) lunch break* 12:00 pm– 3:00 PM – review final tasks, production resumes and help with cleanup

Contact:  When you arrive please call the kitchen at 206-588-4020 to gain entrance to building.

Attire: Volunteers are asked to wear sturdy, closed-toed, non-slip/rubber soled shoes and full-length pants. We also advise volunteers to wear clothes and shoes which can get dirty, we will provide aprons. Long hair must be tied back, and all volunteers must wear a hat or a hairnet (hairnet provided). Please refrain from wearing nail polish.

Group Size: Individuals or groups of up to 7 people.

Health and Safety Considerations:

Do not volunteer if sickFareStart is a mask-friendly environment

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!


Organization: FareStart

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98119

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Dessert Bakers

About us:

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

Bakers wanted! Our homeless guests love to get something sweet along with their meals, but we don’t always have desserts. We’re looking for people to provide desserts for 150 people. This includes cookies, brownies, muffins, and cakes, which can be baked offsite and delivered to us. This can be a fun project for your community group, school, or church!

https://www.seattlenightwatch.org/ Thank you!

Organization: Operation Nightwatch

About us:

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

Bakers wanted! Our homeless guests love to get something sweet along with their meals, but we don’t always have desserts. We’re looking for people to provide desserts for 150 people. This includes cookies, brownies, muffins, and cakes, which can be baked offsite and delivered to us. This can be a fun project for your community group, school, or church!

https://www.seattlenightwatch.org/ Thank you!

Organization: Operation Nightwatch

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98144

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Sandwich Makers

About us:

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

This is a fun group project you can do at your convenience! Make sandwiches to be distributed in our Dispatch Center. It can be difficult for us to gauge how many people will come to our nightly meal, so it’s important we maintain a constant stock of sandwiches to pass out if we run out of food early. Sandwiches preferred are Turkey/Ham & Cheese or PB&J.

https://www.seattlenightwatch.org/ Thank you!

Organization: Operation Nightwatch

About us:

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

This is a fun group project you can do at your convenience! Make sandwiches to be distributed in our Dispatch Center. It can be difficult for us to gauge how many people will come to our nightly meal, so it’s important we maintain a constant stock of sandwiches to pass out if we run out of food early. Sandwiches preferred are Turkey/Ham & Cheese or PB&J.

https://www.seattlenightwatch.org/ Thank you!

Organization: Operation Nightwatch

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98144

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Make meals for the Community with FareStart on weekday mornings

Join FareStart in making meals for our community at our Galaxy Location in Seattle's Interbay neighborhood.


For 30 years, FareStart has been providing meals to our community to offset food insecurity and relieve hunger.  Volunteers help with a variety of tasks to help supplement a large amount of work that goes into creating between 1,000 – 2,000 meals each day.  A great opportunity for hands-on volunteer work and team building. 

Volunteer Duties: Volunteers will help prepare meals by completing basic preparation tasks; for example: assembling boxes for meal transportation, stamping meal bags, portioning, cleaning produce and more. FareStart staff will assign tasks based on individual skill and comfort level.

Ability to stand on hard surface for 2 hours Our insurance requires all volunteers to be at least 18 years old

After you sign up for this opportunity a FareStart staff member will contact you and provide detailed directions and instructions.

Parking: Is available in Galaxy Building Garage ($16), a lot across the street ($14), or on the street for free. Bus routes 24 and 30 stop along the street.

Dates/Times: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

9:30am-11:30am

Attire: Volunteers are asked to wear sturdy, closed-toed, non-slip/rubber-soled shoes and full-length pants. We also advise volunteers to wear clothes and shoes which can get dirty, we will provide aprons. Long hair must be tied back, and all volunteers must wear a hat or a hairnet (hairnet provided). Please refrain from wearing nail polish.

Group Size: Individuals or groups of up to 5 people.

Health & Safety Considerations: 

Do not volunteer if sick

FareStart is a mask-friendly environment



Organization: FareStart

Join FareStart in making meals for our community at our Galaxy Location in Seattle's Interbay neighborhood.


For 30 years, FareStart has been providing meals to our community to offset food insecurity and relieve hunger.  Volunteers help with a variety of tasks to help supplement a large amount of work that goes into creating between 1,000 – 2,000 meals each day.  A great opportunity for hands-on volunteer work and team building. 

Volunteer Duties: Volunteers will help prepare meals by completing basic preparation tasks; for example: assembling boxes for meal transportation, stamping meal bags, portioning, cleaning produce and more. FareStart staff will assign tasks based on individual skill and comfort level.

Ability to stand on hard surface for 2 hours Our insurance requires all volunteers to be at least 18 years old

After you sign up for this opportunity a FareStart staff member will contact you and provide detailed directions and instructions.

Parking: Is available in Galaxy Building Garage ($16), a lot across the street ($14), or on the street for free. Bus routes 24 and 30 stop along the street.

Dates/Times: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

9:30am-11:30am

Attire: Volunteers are asked to wear sturdy, closed-toed, non-slip/rubber-soled shoes and full-length pants. We also advise volunteers to wear clothes and shoes which can get dirty, we will provide aprons. Long hair must be tied back, and all volunteers must wear a hat or a hairnet (hairnet provided). Please refrain from wearing nail polish.

Group Size: Individuals or groups of up to 5 people.

Health & Safety Considerations: 

Do not volunteer if sick

FareStart is a mask-friendly environment



Organization: FareStart

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98119

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Shelter Van Drivers

About us:

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

Help is needed transporting small groups of homeless men and women to our nearby shelter location nightly. Must have a Washington State driver’s license, and a clean driving record. Vehicle is provided.

Needed shifts for regular and on-call drivers:

Sunday - Saturday 7 pm- 9 pm

Organization: Operation Nightwatch

About us:

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

Help is needed transporting small groups of homeless men and women to our nearby shelter location nightly. Must have a Washington State driver’s license, and a clean driving record. Vehicle is provided.

Needed shifts for regular and on-call drivers:

Sunday - Saturday 7 pm- 9 pm

Organization: Operation Nightwatch

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98144

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Serving community meal

About us:

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

One of our many services include providing 150 hot meals 365 days of the year. 

We are currently looking for groups (3-7 people) to prep, cook and serve on a monthly/semi-monthly basis

You and your team can create a menu, prepare and serve the meal. A typical “shift” is from 6 – 9:45pm. Training is provided. We have a food pantry and you are welcome to use what is available.

Organization: Operation Nightwatch

About us:

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

One of our many services include providing 150 hot meals 365 days of the year. 

We are currently looking for groups (3-7 people) to prep, cook and serve on a monthly/semi-monthly basis

You and your team can create a menu, prepare and serve the meal. A typical “shift” is from 6 – 9:45pm. Training is provided. We have a food pantry and you are welcome to use what is available.

Organization: Operation Nightwatch

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98144

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Looking for food bank volunteers!

Do you love food and nourishing community? 

We are looking for volunteers to help our food bank serve food insecure members of our community! If you have just a few hours a week to give, you can make such an impact in people's lives.

We have opportunities Monday-Saturday with some shifts during evening hours. 

Click "Respond" then check us out at https://www.udistrictfoodbank.org/getinvolved.

Here you can apply, and learn more information about our volunteer roles. 

After applying there is a self led orientation and you can set your own schedule! 

Organization: University District Food Bank

Do you love food and nourishing community? 

We are looking for volunteers to help our food bank serve food insecure members of our community! If you have just a few hours a week to give, you can make such an impact in people's lives.

We have opportunities Monday-Saturday with some shifts during evening hours. 

Click "Respond" then check us out at https://www.udistrictfoodbank.org/getinvolved.

Here you can apply, and learn more information about our volunteer roles. 

After applying there is a self led orientation and you can set your own schedule! 

Organization: University District Food Bank

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98105

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Events Committee

Overview:

Join a team of board members and community volunteers who are passionate about global issues and equity to build support for rural communities and families in Ethiopia. Provide leadership, energy, and enthusiasm to plan and implement special events that bring people together, build community, and inspire others to get involved with Project Ethiopia. Have fun and learn new skills in the areas of event planning and donor engagement.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

Develop a yearly calendar of events including an annual fundraising dinner each October, smaller gatherings and outreach events, and house parties. Bring new ideas for events that highlight the work and impact of Project Ethiopia and build relationships with new and existing supporters. Assist in the overall design, planning, and implementation for events including venue selection, food/beverage, programming, marketing, materials, volunteer coordination, and other logistics. Recruit and manage additional event-specific volunteers to share their time and/or skills. Secure in-kind donations of goods and services needed to support events. Work with members of the Marketing & Communications Committee to support event promotion through a variety of platforms, design event materials, and guide communications plans. Invite those in your network to attend and learn more about Project Ethiopia. Help evaluate each event and identify improvements for the future.

Time Commitment: 

The Events Committee will meet at least six times a year. Additional meetings will be scheduled as needed based on event tasks and timelines. Average time commitment is 3 – 5 hours per month. Every effort will be made to schedule meetings at a time that works with committee members and utilize video conferencing when necessary.

Organization: Project Ethiopia

Overview:

Join a team of board members and community volunteers who are passionate about global issues and equity to build support for rural communities and families in Ethiopia. Provide leadership, energy, and enthusiasm to plan and implement special events that bring people together, build community, and inspire others to get involved with Project Ethiopia. Have fun and learn new skills in the areas of event planning and donor engagement.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

Develop a yearly calendar of events including an annual fundraising dinner each October, smaller gatherings and outreach events, and house parties. Bring new ideas for events that highlight the work and impact of Project Ethiopia and build relationships with new and existing supporters. Assist in the overall design, planning, and implementation for events including venue selection, food/beverage, programming, marketing, materials, volunteer coordination, and other logistics. Recruit and manage additional event-specific volunteers to share their time and/or skills. Secure in-kind donations of goods and services needed to support events. Work with members of the Marketing & Communications Committee to support event promotion through a variety of platforms, design event materials, and guide communications plans. Invite those in your network to attend and learn more about Project Ethiopia. Help evaluate each event and identify improvements for the future.

Time Commitment: 

The Events Committee will meet at least six times a year. Additional meetings will be scheduled as needed based on event tasks and timelines. Average time commitment is 3 – 5 hours per month. Every effort will be made to schedule meetings at a time that works with committee members and utilize video conferencing when necessary.

Organization: Project Ethiopia

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Organization Requirement: >18 years old

Zip Code: 98118

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Join REACH Renton's Board

REACH Renton's Impactful Programs:

The REACH Center of Hope: Providing Shelter and Support We offer emergency shelter to families experiencing homelessness, supporting them in transitioning to stability. Partnering with agencies, we ensure access to vital resources for a brighter future.

The REACH Meal Coalition: Fighting Food Insecurity In South King County, we combat food insecurity by providing free meals to those in need. No one should go hungry, and we're dedicated to making a positive impact in our community.

*Major responsibilities: 

Organizational leadership and advisement  Organization of the board of directors, officers, and committees  Formulation and oversight of policies and procedures  Financial management, including adoption and oversight of the annual budget  Oversight of program planning and evaluation  Personnel evaluation and staff development  Review of organizational and programmatic reports  Promotion of the organization  Fundraising and outreach 

*Members of the board share these responsibilities while acting in the interest of REACH. Each member is expected to make recommendations based on his or her experience and vantage point in the community. 

Length of term:  Preferred term is three years, which may be renewed up to a maximum of three consecutive terms, pending approval of the board. 

Organization: REACH Renton

REACH Renton's Impactful Programs:

The REACH Center of Hope: Providing Shelter and Support We offer emergency shelter to families experiencing homelessness, supporting them in transitioning to stability. Partnering with agencies, we ensure access to vital resources for a brighter future.

The REACH Meal Coalition: Fighting Food Insecurity In South King County, we combat food insecurity by providing free meals to those in need. No one should go hungry, and we're dedicated to making a positive impact in our community.

*Major responsibilities: 

Organizational leadership and advisement  Organization of the board of directors, officers, and committees  Formulation and oversight of policies and procedures  Financial management, including adoption and oversight of the annual budget  Oversight of program planning and evaluation  Personnel evaluation and staff development  Review of organizational and programmatic reports  Promotion of the organization  Fundraising and outreach 

*Members of the board share these responsibilities while acting in the interest of REACH. Each member is expected to make recommendations based on his or her experience and vantage point in the community. 

Length of term:  Preferred term is three years, which may be renewed up to a maximum of three consecutive terms, pending approval of the board. 

Organization: REACH Renton

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98056

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Laundry Volunteer- Weekend Help

As a food organization, we go through many rags and aprons and we'd love your help with laundry! We provide a document with instructions on how to thoroughly clean rags and aprons.

The laundry would be picked up from the HIP kitchen (3841 NE 123rd ST, Seattle, Washington) on Friday afternoons after 12:30 pm. Drop-off can be anytime on Monday, although it’s slightly easier after meal prep is finished at 11:30 am onwards.

This is a weekend volunteer opportunity.

Organization: Hunger Intervention Program

As a food organization, we go through many rags and aprons and we'd love your help with laundry! We provide a document with instructions on how to thoroughly clean rags and aprons.

The laundry would be picked up from the HIP kitchen (3841 NE 123rd ST, Seattle, Washington) on Friday afternoons after 12:30 pm. Drop-off can be anytime on Monday, although it’s slightly easier after meal prep is finished at 11:30 am onwards.

This is a weekend volunteer opportunity.

Organization: Hunger Intervention Program

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98125

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Pack Meals for Food Insecure students | SEEKING VOLUNTEERS

There truly is no better time to volunteer. Our program needs help packing and delivering 5000 bags of food to students struggling with food and housing insecurity in our community.

For group volunteering, please contact nichelle@backpackbrigade.org

Please consider volunteering during the following ongoing shifts:

Monday through Thursday : Packing bags or prepping food from 8:00 am to 11:00 am.Monday afternoon from 12pm to 2pm Packing bags or prepping food. Each day, we need 20 volunteers packing bags and 5 stocking shelves.

Steps to volunteer:

1. Pick a day. Monday-Thursday.

2. Pick a task. Stocking, packing, driving, or loading cars (Thursday only for the final two)

3. Email me your choices and I'll slot you in as early as that very week

You and our team of 100+ weekly volunteers will help pack and prep at least 700 bags of food every day for kids to fill their bellies all weekend long.

We also offer one-time group opportunities on Tuesdays from 2:00 to 4:00, Fridays 10:00 to 12:00, and 12:00PM to 2:00PM.

We're always on email so please don't hesitate to reach out.

Please click the Respond button below to get in touch. Someone from Backpack Brigade will reach out to you with next steps!

Please do not consider your shift(s) confirmed until you have communicated with someone at Backpack Brigade directly.

Check out our Instagram to see us in action!
https://www.instagram.com/washingtonbackpackbrigade/

Organization: Backpack Brigade

There truly is no better time to volunteer. Our program needs help packing and delivering 5000 bags of food to students struggling with food and housing insecurity in our community.

For group volunteering, please contact nichelle@backpackbrigade.org

Please consider volunteering during the following ongoing shifts:

Monday through Thursday : Packing bags or prepping food from 8:00 am to 11:00 am.Monday afternoon from 12pm to 2pm Packing bags or prepping food. Each day, we need 20 volunteers packing bags and 5 stocking shelves.

Steps to volunteer:

1. Pick a day. Monday-Thursday.

2. Pick a task. Stocking, packing, driving, or loading cars (Thursday only for the final two)

3. Email me your choices and I'll slot you in as early as that very week

You and our team of 100+ weekly volunteers will help pack and prep at least 700 bags of food every day for kids to fill their bellies all weekend long.

We also offer one-time group opportunities on Tuesdays from 2:00 to 4:00, Fridays 10:00 to 12:00, and 12:00PM to 2:00PM.

We're always on email so please don't hesitate to reach out.

Please click the Respond button below to get in touch. Someone from Backpack Brigade will reach out to you with next steps!

Please do not consider your shift(s) confirmed until you have communicated with someone at Backpack Brigade directly.

Check out our Instagram to see us in action!
https://www.instagram.com/washingtonbackpackbrigade/

Organization: Backpack Brigade

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98134

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Board Opportunity

The Neighborhood Farmers Markets (NFM) is on a mission to support and strengthen Washington's small farms and producers by creating and operating vibrant, successful neighborhood farmers markets. Our seven markets serve over 165 producers, from vegetable growers and orchardists to tribal fishing families and cider makers. In 2023, they enabled more than $14.5 million in local, sustainably-produced food sales to Seattle residents. The Board is actively working to recruit 2 to 3 new board members this Spring, as well as non-voting committee members to support the mission of NFM and the market community. Standing board committees with non-voting members include Executive, Finance, Vendor and Fundraising. We are looking for board members who possess:

• A passion for Washington state producers and our regional food system

• Prior nonprofit board experience

• Experience in any of following areas: fundraising, board development and governance, finance, small business development, food systems or food retail, community organizing, or real estate

Tell us more about you! Submit your interest, or nominate someone you know, by filling out our Expression of Interest form.

Board Responsibilities: The NFM Board of Directors provides mission-based leadership and strategic governance and sets policies to ensure the organization is run effectively, legally, and ethically. The Executive Director is responsible for recommending and implementing policies and programs, managing the organization and staff, and steering short-term goals. The NFM Board has a fiduciary responsibility and approves long-range goals for its growth and expansion, approves the annual budget, evaluates the Executive Director, ensures adequate funds to support programs, and ensures that funds are spent responsibly.


Board Members should be willing and able to:

• Commit to a 2-year board term with the intention to stay for 6 years

• Attend all board meetings, plus events and engagement opportunities in the markets throughout the year

• Review the agenda and all supporting materials prior to meetings • Be informed about the NFM mission, policies, and programs

• Make NFM part of their giving plan or secure support for the organization that reflects that priority

• Actively serve on one of the committees such as Vendor (limited to farmers), Marketing & Development, Finance or Executive.

• Participate in annual recruiting efforts to ensure the future leadership of NFM

• Approve the annual budget and assess the financial health and performance of the organization

• Evaluate the success of NFM in meeting its mission

• Serve as a link between the NFM and the community by serving as an ambassador for the organization and its mission

• Follow conflict of interest, ethics, and confidentiality guidelines

• Farmer Board Representatives additionally approve all requests to the Good Farmer Fund and Market polices

Philanthropic Commitment: We believe the source of our commitment begins within those who are closest to the work, including the staff and board. In order to credibly solicit contributions from foundations or individuals, NFM expects board members to make a personal contribution to the organization and recognizes a wide range of opportunities to do so. Examples of contributions that are meaningful to the organization include

1) contributing to board matching pledges during our annual giving campaigns

2) procuring and donating inkind items for fundraising efforts

3) a financial gift that is personally significant.

Board members are also expected to cultivate support through their networks such as participation in community events, shopping at the markets, or recommending potential sponsors or donors. Benefits: The NFM Board of Directors offers a chance to serve your community by ensuring the future of the Neighborhood Farmers Markets in Seattle! In addition, serving on the board provides leadership and professional growth opportunities, exposure to our regional food system, and a personal connection to the work and people of FNM. New board members participate in an onboarding process that includes training sessions on nonprofit board operations, NFM operations and programs, finances and financial statements, and, of course, the farmers markets!

Organization: Neighborhood Farmers Markets

The Neighborhood Farmers Markets (NFM) is on a mission to support and strengthen Washington's small farms and producers by creating and operating vibrant, successful neighborhood farmers markets. Our seven markets serve over 165 producers, from vegetable growers and orchardists to tribal fishing families and cider makers. In 2023, they enabled more than $14.5 million in local, sustainably-produced food sales to Seattle residents. The Board is actively working to recruit 2 to 3 new board members this Spring, as well as non-voting committee members to support the mission of NFM and the market community. Standing board committees with non-voting members include Executive, Finance, Vendor and Fundraising. We are looking for board members who possess:

• A passion for Washington state producers and our regional food system

• Prior nonprofit board experience

• Experience in any of following areas: fundraising, board development and governance, finance, small business development, food systems or food retail, community organizing, or real estate

Tell us more about you! Submit your interest, or nominate someone you know, by filling out our Expression of Interest form.

Board Responsibilities: The NFM Board of Directors provides mission-based leadership and strategic governance and sets policies to ensure the organization is run effectively, legally, and ethically. The Executive Director is responsible for recommending and implementing policies and programs, managing the organization and staff, and steering short-term goals. The NFM Board has a fiduciary responsibility and approves long-range goals for its growth and expansion, approves the annual budget, evaluates the Executive Director, ensures adequate funds to support programs, and ensures that funds are spent responsibly.


Board Members should be willing and able to:

• Commit to a 2-year board term with the intention to stay for 6 years

• Attend all board meetings, plus events and engagement opportunities in the markets throughout the year

• Review the agenda and all supporting materials prior to meetings • Be informed about the NFM mission, policies, and programs

• Make NFM part of their giving plan or secure support for the organization that reflects that priority

• Actively serve on one of the committees such as Vendor (limited to farmers), Marketing & Development, Finance or Executive.

• Participate in annual recruiting efforts to ensure the future leadership of NFM

• Approve the annual budget and assess the financial health and performance of the organization

• Evaluate the success of NFM in meeting its mission

• Serve as a link between the NFM and the community by serving as an ambassador for the organization and its mission

• Follow conflict of interest, ethics, and confidentiality guidelines

• Farmer Board Representatives additionally approve all requests to the Good Farmer Fund and Market polices

Philanthropic Commitment: We believe the source of our commitment begins within those who are closest to the work, including the staff and board. In order to credibly solicit contributions from foundations or individuals, NFM expects board members to make a personal contribution to the organization and recognizes a wide range of opportunities to do so. Examples of contributions that are meaningful to the organization include

1) contributing to board matching pledges during our annual giving campaigns

2) procuring and donating inkind items for fundraising efforts

3) a financial gift that is personally significant.

Board members are also expected to cultivate support through their networks such as participation in community events, shopping at the markets, or recommending potential sponsors or donors. Benefits: The NFM Board of Directors offers a chance to serve your community by ensuring the future of the Neighborhood Farmers Markets in Seattle! In addition, serving on the board provides leadership and professional growth opportunities, exposure to our regional food system, and a personal connection to the work and people of FNM. New board members participate in an onboarding process that includes training sessions on nonprofit board operations, NFM operations and programs, finances and financial statements, and, of course, the farmers markets!

Organization: Neighborhood Farmers Markets

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98144

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Cook & Serve Lunch At The Orion Center

YouthCare is a nonprofit in Seattle. Our mission is to end youth homelessness and to ensure that young people are valued for who they are and empowered to achieve their potential. We are working hard to address the needs of young people. Food is one of the biggest ways you can support programs and youth. 

Do you enjoy cooking in a group? Use your skills to provide a healthy and delicious lunch for 40 young people in need. Cook at serve lunch at the Orion Center so young people can get the nutrition they need before they go to work or school!

This can be a one-time opportunity, or you can cook and serve lunch on a regular basis!

We make it easy! Location is in Seattle.

Organization: YouthCare

YouthCare is a nonprofit in Seattle. Our mission is to end youth homelessness and to ensure that young people are valued for who they are and empowered to achieve their potential. We are working hard to address the needs of young people. Food is one of the biggest ways you can support programs and youth. 

Do you enjoy cooking in a group? Use your skills to provide a healthy and delicious lunch for 40 young people in need. Cook at serve lunch at the Orion Center so young people can get the nutrition they need before they go to work or school!

This can be a one-time opportunity, or you can cook and serve lunch on a regular basis!

We make it easy! Location is in Seattle.

Organization: YouthCare

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98101

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: A Warm Meal Makes a Big Difference for Homeless Youth

YouthCare is a nonprofit in Seattle. Our mission is to end youth homelessness and to ensure that young people are valued for who they are and empowered to achieve their potential. We are working hard to address the needs of young people. Food is one of the biggest ways you can support programs and youth. 

You are a HUGE help by delivering food to YouthCare shelter and housing programs (ranging from 10-40 servings) - this can be food that you make at home (safely) and deliver OR order delivery from a restaurant nearby. This can be a one-time opportunity, or you can deliver food on a regular basis!

We make it easy! Locations all over Seattle need your help!

Organization: YouthCare

YouthCare is a nonprofit in Seattle. Our mission is to end youth homelessness and to ensure that young people are valued for who they are and empowered to achieve their potential. We are working hard to address the needs of young people. Food is one of the biggest ways you can support programs and youth. 

You are a HUGE help by delivering food to YouthCare shelter and housing programs (ranging from 10-40 servings) - this can be food that you make at home (safely) and deliver OR order delivery from a restaurant nearby. This can be a one-time opportunity, or you can deliver food on a regular basis!

We make it easy! Locations all over Seattle need your help!

Organization: YouthCare

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98105

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Shelter Kitchen Assistant

 

Manager of Kitchen ServicesVolunteer duties The kitchen support will help with all functions of the kitchen and dining area. This includes but is not limited to:Provide a welcoming atmosphere that encourages engagement from participants.Assist with preparation of food items and beverages.Wash dishes, utensils and kitchen appliances and ensure their proper storage.Ensure that work surfaces are clean.Inventory kitchen pantry and food storage as needed.Organization of kitchen space, pantry, and dining room.Interact with clients in a respectful and responsible manner.Volunteer RequirementsMust be 18 years of age or older.Ability and willingness to pass a background check.Proof of Covid Vaccine. Completed Volunteer PaperworkFood Handlers Permit (can be completed during first volunteer shift).Physical demands and Work Environment While performing the duties of this job, the volunteer is regularly required to stand for most of their volunteer shift. In this position, you must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. 

Organization: Friends of Youth

 

Manager of Kitchen ServicesVolunteer duties The kitchen support will help with all functions of the kitchen and dining area. This includes but is not limited to:Provide a welcoming atmosphere that encourages engagement from participants.Assist with preparation of food items and beverages.Wash dishes, utensils and kitchen appliances and ensure their proper storage.Ensure that work surfaces are clean.Inventory kitchen pantry and food storage as needed.Organization of kitchen space, pantry, and dining room.Interact with clients in a respectful and responsible manner.Volunteer RequirementsMust be 18 years of age or older.Ability and willingness to pass a background check.Proof of Covid Vaccine. Completed Volunteer PaperworkFood Handlers Permit (can be completed during first volunteer shift).Physical demands and Work Environment While performing the duties of this job, the volunteer is regularly required to stand for most of their volunteer shift. In this position, you must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. 

Organization: Friends of Youth

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98034

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Foster a Future Service Dog: Weekends & Nights (shuttle available)


Are you a dog lover willing to provide wellness & care for a dog during evenings and weekends? Being a Canine Companions foster could be the perfect role for you!

As a foster volunteer you’ll give a dog in professional training a loving home while they embark on their journey to become a service dog. You’ll get to see the progress your furry companion is making in their training and be a vital part of their journey, without the commitment of looking after a dog full-time! All food, medical care, and resources are supplied to you as the foster. All dogs are either Labradors, Golden Retrievers, or a mix of these breeds, all over 1.5 years old.

Flexible options to drop off/pick up dogs from our training location in SODO Seattle or the service dog shuttle will be at the West Seattle YMCA M-Th 8:20-8:45AM/3:20-3:45PM or talk to us about ridesharing at a central location closer to you. Most fosters commit for 3-6 months.

Q: I have existing pets in my home. Can I still foster?

A: Yes, as long as your pets are friendly and get along with other animals

Q: I have small children in the home. Can I still foster?

A: Yes, the service dogs in professional training are well-behaved and have been socialized to children of all ages

Q: Do I need to know how to train a dog to foster?

A: No, all the training will be done by professional trainers while the dog is at the Puget Sound Field Office.

If you don’t feel you tick every box but are interested, we’d love to hear from you! We’re are open to suggestions and are very happy to chat with you to find out what’s possible, please just get in touch. Picking up from work locations throughout King County may be available.

Organization: Canine Companions


Are you a dog lover willing to provide wellness & care for a dog during evenings and weekends? Being a Canine Companions foster could be the perfect role for you!

As a foster volunteer you’ll give a dog in professional training a loving home while they embark on their journey to become a service dog. You’ll get to see the progress your furry companion is making in their training and be a vital part of their journey, without the commitment of looking after a dog full-time! All food, medical care, and resources are supplied to you as the foster. All dogs are either Labradors, Golden Retrievers, or a mix of these breeds, all over 1.5 years old.

Flexible options to drop off/pick up dogs from our training location in SODO Seattle or the service dog shuttle will be at the West Seattle YMCA M-Th 8:20-8:45AM/3:20-3:45PM or talk to us about ridesharing at a central location closer to you. Most fosters commit for 3-6 months.

Q: I have existing pets in my home. Can I still foster?

A: Yes, as long as your pets are friendly and get along with other animals

Q: I have small children in the home. Can I still foster?

A: Yes, the service dogs in professional training are well-behaved and have been socialized to children of all ages

Q: Do I need to know how to train a dog to foster?

A: No, all the training will be done by professional trainers while the dog is at the Puget Sound Field Office.

If you don’t feel you tick every box but are interested, we’d love to hear from you! We’re are open to suggestions and are very happy to chat with you to find out what’s possible, please just get in touch. Picking up from work locations throughout King County may be available.

Organization: Canine Companions

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98134

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Raise a future service dog puppy

No matter where you're located, you can volunteer to raise a puppy and be a part of something truly life-changing!

Help inspire independence and provide service dogs to people with disabilities! What’s in it for you?

Be a Hero: Play a crucial role in preparing a future service dog for their life-changing work.Learn to Work with Dogs: No dog experience necessary-guidance and support are provided!Have Fun: Enjoy the playful companionship of a puppy while making a lasting impact. Connect with a passionate community of puppy raisers, volunteers and graduates.Flexible Commitment: While many choose to raise a puppy for the entire 16-18 month journey, we offer flexible options to fit your lifestyle

What’s Involved?

Create a Loving Home: Provide a safe environment for a puppy (the only dog under 12 months in your home).Learn and Grow: Teach essential puppy manners and skills with our support and resources, including a puppy class!Stay Connected: Work closely with us to track the puppy’s progress and participate in regular puppy classes.Ensure Wellness: Provide food, veterinary care and age-appropriate socialization.Keep Active: Supervise their activities and use a leash. Consider bringing your puppy to work, if permitted.Celebrate the Journey: Celebrate the incredible journey together, as the puppy returns to our training center and starts professional service dog training.

Curious to learn more about this incredible journey? Discover more by joining our upcoming virtual volunteer info session. Submit your volunteer application today, and visit our website for FAQs and more details!

Organization: Canine Companions

No matter where you're located, you can volunteer to raise a puppy and be a part of something truly life-changing!

Help inspire independence and provide service dogs to people with disabilities! What’s in it for you?

Be a Hero: Play a crucial role in preparing a future service dog for their life-changing work.Learn to Work with Dogs: No dog experience necessary-guidance and support are provided!Have Fun: Enjoy the playful companionship of a puppy while making a lasting impact. Connect with a passionate community of puppy raisers, volunteers and graduates.Flexible Commitment: While many choose to raise a puppy for the entire 16-18 month journey, we offer flexible options to fit your lifestyle

What’s Involved?

Create a Loving Home: Provide a safe environment for a puppy (the only dog under 12 months in your home).Learn and Grow: Teach essential puppy manners and skills with our support and resources, including a puppy class!Stay Connected: Work closely with us to track the puppy’s progress and participate in regular puppy classes.Ensure Wellness: Provide food, veterinary care and age-appropriate socialization.Keep Active: Supervise their activities and use a leash. Consider bringing your puppy to work, if permitted.Celebrate the Journey: Celebrate the incredible journey together, as the puppy returns to our training center and starts professional service dog training.

Curious to learn more about this incredible journey? Discover more by joining our upcoming virtual volunteer info session. Submit your volunteer application today, and visit our website for FAQs and more details!

Organization: Canine Companions

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98134

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Monthly Meals at Plymouth Housing!

Plymouth Housing owns and operates 17 permanent supportive housing units throughout downtown and surrounding neighborhoods, serving 1,400 people a year. We are looking for groups of committed volunteers to provide meal service in our buildings. This is a great opportunity to directly serve our residents and address a large need for the community. 

 

We ask that volunteer groups provide food and necessary materials (plates, cutlery, napkins, cups, etc.) for 50 servings. Many of our buildings have large community kitchens for food preparations in house, but we also encourage volunteers to consider ready to heat meals from home. We ask that you avoid major allergens such as nuts and seafood. We are able to accommodate any meal any day of the week. Groups should be no greater than 12 and no smaller than 4. 

 

Average volunteer shifts last 2-3 hours including cleaning and prep time. Each shift would be under coordinator or case management supervision. 

Organization: Plymouth Housing Group

Plymouth Housing owns and operates 17 permanent supportive housing units throughout downtown and surrounding neighborhoods, serving 1,400 people a year. We are looking for groups of committed volunteers to provide meal service in our buildings. This is a great opportunity to directly serve our residents and address a large need for the community. 

 

We ask that volunteer groups provide food and necessary materials (plates, cutlery, napkins, cups, etc.) for 50 servings. Many of our buildings have large community kitchens for food preparations in house, but we also encourage volunteers to consider ready to heat meals from home. We ask that you avoid major allergens such as nuts and seafood. We are able to accommodate any meal any day of the week. Groups should be no greater than 12 and no smaller than 4. 

 

Average volunteer shifts last 2-3 hours including cleaning and prep time. Each shift would be under coordinator or case management supervision. 

Organization: Plymouth Housing Group

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98121

Allow Groups: Groups only


Volunteer: Volunteer for White Center Food Bank

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.

Interested in food justice? Volunteers know what goes on behind the scenes at the White Center Food Bank, and are critical to ensuring that our community is able to access the food they need. We are currently seeking volunteers for a variety of roles, and our need is high.

 

Grocery Rescue: Rescue food from grocery stores to provide diverse food options for customers as they shop at the food bank. Hours are Monday through Friday 9-11:30am Arms of Steel Team (Warehouse Support): Volunteers who want to be more active and build some muscle can help us keep our warehouse organized, and assist with large donations of bulk items (either receiving or going out!). Shifts available Monday 12-4pm, Tuesday 10am-3pm (highest need!), or Weds-Friday 10am-2pm. Grocery Store Clerks: Come for a regular shift and get to know our regular customers! Volunteers will welcome and chat with customers face to face as they shop for groceries, help customers find what they’re looking for, and will ensure our grocery store is well stocked throughout the day. Shifts available Mondays 12-4 (highest need!), or Weds-Friday 10am-2pm On Call Rockstars: Volunteers with wacky schedules needed! Have weekday availability that’s changing every week, but still want to volunteer? Join our pool of substitutes that are “on call” when extra help is needed in the food bank. We may know availability to help out a week or two in advance, but we also may call you as soon as the day of support that’s needed.Event Outreach: Table at local events on weekends or weeknights to do outreach or support food bank sponsored events as an event support volunteer. Volunteers in these roles tend to love talking with strangers about the food bank or love the logistics that go into organizing a community event. This team helps the food bank expand our outreach efforts to a wider community, ensuring more people know about us to seek food resources or to donate or volunteer their time.

 

As an essential service, food banks have been open the entire pandemic and greatly need your support as National Guard support on site ends in July 2021.

Thank you for your interest in helping our community! We hope to hear from you!

Organization: Seattle Food Committee

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.

Interested in food justice? Volunteers know what goes on behind the scenes at the White Center Food Bank, and are critical to ensuring that our community is able to access the food they need. We are currently seeking volunteers for a variety of roles, and our need is high.

 

Grocery Rescue: Rescue food from grocery stores to provide diverse food options for customers as they shop at the food bank. Hours are Monday through Friday 9-11:30am Arms of Steel Team (Warehouse Support): Volunteers who want to be more active and build some muscle can help us keep our warehouse organized, and assist with large donations of bulk items (either receiving or going out!). Shifts available Monday 12-4pm, Tuesday 10am-3pm (highest need!), or Weds-Friday 10am-2pm. Grocery Store Clerks: Come for a regular shift and get to know our regular customers! Volunteers will welcome and chat with customers face to face as they shop for groceries, help customers find what they’re looking for, and will ensure our grocery store is well stocked throughout the day. Shifts available Mondays 12-4 (highest need!), or Weds-Friday 10am-2pm On Call Rockstars: Volunteers with wacky schedules needed! Have weekday availability that’s changing every week, but still want to volunteer? Join our pool of substitutes that are “on call” when extra help is needed in the food bank. We may know availability to help out a week or two in advance, but we also may call you as soon as the day of support that’s needed.Event Outreach: Table at local events on weekends or weeknights to do outreach or support food bank sponsored events as an event support volunteer. Volunteers in these roles tend to love talking with strangers about the food bank or love the logistics that go into organizing a community event. This team helps the food bank expand our outreach efforts to a wider community, ensuring more people know about us to seek food resources or to donate or volunteer their time.

 

As an essential service, food banks have been open the entire pandemic and greatly need your support as National Guard support on site ends in July 2021.

Thank you for your interest in helping our community! We hope to hear from you!

Organization: Seattle Food Committee

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98146

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Sack Lunch Creation and Donation!

We are looking for some volunteers to purchase supplies, assemble at home or with a community group, and then deliver 50-100 sack lunches to one of our buildings across the Seattle region. This can be a one-time opportunity or a monthly recurring opportunity, we would love to work with you in whatever capacity is best for you. This is a great opportunity to directly impact our residents and address a large need for the community! 

 

Examples of what to include in a paper bag sack lunch: 

1 Main protein item: meat and cheese sandwich, meat and cheese wrap 1 Healthy item: fruit cup, apple, orange, celery, carrots, hummus 1 Savory item: chips, crackers, pretzels 1 Sweet item: fruit snacks, pudding

 

Please do not include any common allergens such as nut (peanut butter) or sea food. Please click "Respond" if you are interested and contact koschmann@plymouthhousing.org if you have any questions!

Organization: Plymouth Housing Group

We are looking for some volunteers to purchase supplies, assemble at home or with a community group, and then deliver 50-100 sack lunches to one of our buildings across the Seattle region. This can be a one-time opportunity or a monthly recurring opportunity, we would love to work with you in whatever capacity is best for you. This is a great opportunity to directly impact our residents and address a large need for the community! 

 

Examples of what to include in a paper bag sack lunch: 

1 Main protein item: meat and cheese sandwich, meat and cheese wrap 1 Healthy item: fruit cup, apple, orange, celery, carrots, hummus 1 Savory item: chips, crackers, pretzels 1 Sweet item: fruit snacks, pudding

 

Please do not include any common allergens such as nut (peanut butter) or sea food. Please click "Respond" if you are interested and contact koschmann@plymouthhousing.org if you have any questions!

Organization: Plymouth Housing Group

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98121

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Community Dining and Health and Wellness Kitchen Volunteers

Purpose/Objective: Help Fight Food Insecurity Among Seniors and People with Disabilities

 Contribute to providing a healthy meal for seniors. 

Location:  Northshore Senior Center and Northshore Health and Wellness Center Kitchen 

Time Commitment:   Monday to Friday - 8:30 am to 1 pm

Key Responsibilities: 

Cook organizes and assigns tasks, assists in cooking Assist in preparing the food according to proper health food guidelines and as assigned by the Chef Help with making sure all tasks are done and the kitchen is clean and organized at the end of the shift    Dishwashing and sanitizing Report monthly volunteer hours  If you need to miss volunteer time, arrange for another trained volunteer to take that particular time.   

Qualifications: 

Able to stand for long periods of time  Must be able to lift at least 35 pounds  Basic kitchen skills: cutting vegetables, cooking meats are a plus, but not a requirement  Must be friendly and hospitable  Must have current food handlers permit and submit a copy to Northshore Senior Center .https://www.doh.wa.gov/CommunityandEnvironment/Food/FoodWorkerandIndustry/FoodWorkerCard Complete volunteer application and authorize a background check.  (These items will be completed prior to starting.)

Training/Support Provided:  One-on-one individual training provided.  This training will be provided by an experienced volunteer, as assigned. 

 

Thank you for your interest in and commitment to volunteering at Northshore Senior Center. 

Organization: Northshore Senior Center

Purpose/Objective: Help Fight Food Insecurity Among Seniors and People with Disabilities

 Contribute to providing a healthy meal for seniors. 

Location:  Northshore Senior Center and Northshore Health and Wellness Center Kitchen 

Time Commitment:   Monday to Friday - 8:30 am to 1 pm

Key Responsibilities: 

Cook organizes and assigns tasks, assists in cooking Assist in preparing the food according to proper health food guidelines and as assigned by the Chef Help with making sure all tasks are done and the kitchen is clean and organized at the end of the shift    Dishwashing and sanitizing Report monthly volunteer hours  If you need to miss volunteer time, arrange for another trained volunteer to take that particular time.   

Qualifications: 

Able to stand for long periods of time  Must be able to lift at least 35 pounds  Basic kitchen skills: cutting vegetables, cooking meats are a plus, but not a requirement  Must be friendly and hospitable  Must have current food handlers permit and submit a copy to Northshore Senior Center .https://www.doh.wa.gov/CommunityandEnvironment/Food/FoodWorkerandIndustry/FoodWorkerCard Complete volunteer application and authorize a background check.  (These items will be completed prior to starting.)

Training/Support Provided:  One-on-one individual training provided.  This training will be provided by an experienced volunteer, as assigned. 

 

Thank you for your interest in and commitment to volunteering at Northshore Senior Center. 

Organization: Northshore Senior Center

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98011

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Residential Kitchen Cleaning

About us:

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

We are in need of residential kitchen cleaning for our seniors community kitchens. We have two small kitchens that need basic cleaning and up-keep, about an hour each month. Scheduling is very flexible; we will provide all necessary materials. 

https://www.seattlenightwatch.org/

Thank you!

Organization: Operation Nightwatch

About us:

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

We are in need of residential kitchen cleaning for our seniors community kitchens. We have two small kitchens that need basic cleaning and up-keep, about an hour each month. Scheduling is very flexible; we will provide all necessary materials. 

https://www.seattlenightwatch.org/

Thank you!

Organization: Operation Nightwatch

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98144

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Thurs/Fri Sorting Teams

More details and training will be provided upon sign-up but here are the quick details:

Arrive to the GR pantry entrance around 10am Unload food from driver vehicles to GR pantry Weigh donations and write poundage on Food Lifeline form Sort the best produce for our guests. Wash/sanitize hands and put on gloves before starting. Store fridge/freezer items. After sorting, clean surfaces, sweep, take out recycling/compost.

 

The Giving Room food bank is a grocery-store-style space where guests can shop for free groceries and personal items. On Monday mornings we welcome guests inside to check-in, select refrigerated and frozen items from a menu, then choose fresh produce, and browse the shelves for dry goods and hygiene items while cold items are packed. On Thursday and Friday mornings we pick up food from grocery partners and sort and store food for Mondays. Every week we need over 40 collective hours of volunteer time!

Organization: The Giving Room food bank

More details and training will be provided upon sign-up but here are the quick details:

Arrive to the GR pantry entrance around 10am Unload food from driver vehicles to GR pantry Weigh donations and write poundage on Food Lifeline form Sort the best produce for our guests. Wash/sanitize hands and put on gloves before starting. Store fridge/freezer items. After sorting, clean surfaces, sweep, take out recycling/compost.

 

The Giving Room food bank is a grocery-store-style space where guests can shop for free groceries and personal items. On Monday mornings we welcome guests inside to check-in, select refrigerated and frozen items from a menu, then choose fresh produce, and browse the shelves for dry goods and hygiene items while cold items are packed. On Thursday and Friday mornings we pick up food from grocery partners and sort and store food for Mondays. Every week we need over 40 collective hours of volunteer time!

Organization: The Giving Room food bank

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98133

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Monday Intake Team

More details and training will be provided upon sign-up but here are the quick details:

Arrive around 9:15am. Doors open at 9:30am. Welcome guests into lobby Write guest name on paper intake, add to online database, provide number and menu Assist guests with community resources as needed, or just chat with them Work with team downstairs to update menu and send guests to pantry area Clean up after 12:30pm

 

The Giving Room food bank is a grocery-store-style space where guests can shop for free groceries and personal items. On Monday mornings we welcome guests inside to check-in, select refrigerated and frozen items from a menu, then choose fresh produce, and browse the shelves for dry goods and hygiene items while cold items are packed. On Thursday and Friday mornings we pick up food from grocery partners and sort and store food for Mondays. Every week we need over 40 collective hours of volunteer time!

Organization: The Giving Room food bank

More details and training will be provided upon sign-up but here are the quick details:

Arrive around 9:15am. Doors open at 9:30am. Welcome guests into lobby Write guest name on paper intake, add to online database, provide number and menu Assist guests with community resources as needed, or just chat with them Work with team downstairs to update menu and send guests to pantry area Clean up after 12:30pm

 

The Giving Room food bank is a grocery-store-style space where guests can shop for free groceries and personal items. On Monday mornings we welcome guests inside to check-in, select refrigerated and frozen items from a menu, then choose fresh produce, and browse the shelves for dry goods and hygiene items while cold items are packed. On Thursday and Friday mornings we pick up food from grocery partners and sort and store food for Mondays. Every week we need over 40 collective hours of volunteer time!

Organization: The Giving Room food bank

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98133

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Monday Pantry Team

 More details and training will be provided upon sign-up but here are the quick details:

Arrive around 9:15am. Doors open at 9:30am. Welcome guests into pantry area. Explain grocery process. Fill fridge/freezer orders. Distribute fridge/freezer bags to guests when ready. Restock pantry shelves and produce tables/crates from storage or fridge as needed. Clean up after last guests leave around 12:45pm.

 

The Giving Room food bank is a grocery-store-style space where guests can shop for free groceries and personal items. On Monday mornings we welcome guests inside to check-in, select refrigerated and frozen items from a menu, then choose fresh produce, and browse the shelves for dry goods and hygiene items while cold items are packed. On Thursday and Friday mornings we pick up food from grocery partners and sort and store food for Mondays. Every week we need over 40 collective hours of volunteer time!

Organization: The Giving Room food bank

 More details and training will be provided upon sign-up but here are the quick details:

Arrive around 9:15am. Doors open at 9:30am. Welcome guests into pantry area. Explain grocery process. Fill fridge/freezer orders. Distribute fridge/freezer bags to guests when ready. Restock pantry shelves and produce tables/crates from storage or fridge as needed. Clean up after last guests leave around 12:45pm.

 

The Giving Room food bank is a grocery-store-style space where guests can shop for free groceries and personal items. On Monday mornings we welcome guests inside to check-in, select refrigerated and frozen items from a menu, then choose fresh produce, and browse the shelves for dry goods and hygiene items while cold items are packed. On Thursday and Friday mornings we pick up food from grocery partners and sort and store food for Mondays. Every week we need over 40 collective hours of volunteer time!

Organization: The Giving Room food bank

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98133

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Monday Set-up Team

More details and training will be provided upon sign-up but here are the quick details:

Arrive to the GR pantry entrance around 7:30am Set up food (produce, bread, restock shelves) and label bins for guest shopping. Wash/sanitize hands and put on gloves before starting. Set up tables and chairs for intake and guests. Double bag paper bags for fridge/freezer distribution. Take out recycling/compost.

 

The Giving Room food bank is a grocery-store-style space where guests can shop for free groceries and personal items. On Monday mornings we welcome guests inside to check-in, select refrigerated and frozen items from a menu, then choose fresh produce, and browse the shelves for dry goods and hygiene items while cold items are packed. On Thursday and Friday mornings we pick up food from grocery partners and sort and store food for Mondays. Every week we need over 40 collective hours of volunteer time!

Organization: The Giving Room food bank

More details and training will be provided upon sign-up but here are the quick details:

Arrive to the GR pantry entrance around 7:30am Set up food (produce, bread, restock shelves) and label bins for guest shopping. Wash/sanitize hands and put on gloves before starting. Set up tables and chairs for intake and guests. Double bag paper bags for fridge/freezer distribution. Take out recycling/compost.

 

The Giving Room food bank is a grocery-store-style space where guests can shop for free groceries and personal items. On Monday mornings we welcome guests inside to check-in, select refrigerated and frozen items from a menu, then choose fresh produce, and browse the shelves for dry goods and hygiene items while cold items are packed. On Thursday and Friday mornings we pick up food from grocery partners and sort and store food for Mondays. Every week we need over 40 collective hours of volunteer time!

Organization: The Giving Room food bank

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98133

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Shop the Dock Driver

This role will serve The Giving Room food bank by driving to Food Lifeline's (FLL) Hunger Solution Center warehouse (just south of downtown) to pick up food donations at "Shop the Dock" on Friday mornings.

Arrive to the warehouse by 8:30am and check-in with FLL staff Shop the Dock. Pick out items that would be good for our food bank. Our priority would be shelf stable items fresh produce items could also be helpful Follow checkout process, including weighing items. Load donations into vehicle. Be mindful of food safety: avoid touching produce with bare hands (we can help provide disposable gloves), stacking meat and dairy on the bottom. Drive to the The Giving Room parking lot (around 10a) Carry boxes down steps to the pantry area.  Volunteers present for Friday operations will help unload, sort, and store the items at the food bank.

 

The Giving Room food bank is a grocery-store-style space where guests can shop for free groceries and personal items. On Monday mornings we welcome guests inside to check-in, select refrigerated and frozen items from a menu, then choose fresh produce, and browse the shelves for dry goods and hygiene items while cold items are packed. On Thursday and Friday mornings we pick up food from grocery partners and sort and store food for Mondays. Every week we need over 40 collective hours of volunteer time!

Organization: The Giving Room food bank

This role will serve The Giving Room food bank by driving to Food Lifeline's (FLL) Hunger Solution Center warehouse (just south of downtown) to pick up food donations at "Shop the Dock" on Friday mornings.

Arrive to the warehouse by 8:30am and check-in with FLL staff Shop the Dock. Pick out items that would be good for our food bank. Our priority would be shelf stable items fresh produce items could also be helpful Follow checkout process, including weighing items. Load donations into vehicle. Be mindful of food safety: avoid touching produce with bare hands (we can help provide disposable gloves), stacking meat and dairy on the bottom. Drive to the The Giving Room parking lot (around 10a) Carry boxes down steps to the pantry area.  Volunteers present for Friday operations will help unload, sort, and store the items at the food bank.

 

The Giving Room food bank is a grocery-store-style space where guests can shop for free groceries and personal items. On Monday mornings we welcome guests inside to check-in, select refrigerated and frozen items from a menu, then choose fresh produce, and browse the shelves for dry goods and hygiene items while cold items are packed. On Thursday and Friday mornings we pick up food from grocery partners and sort and store food for Mondays. Every week we need over 40 collective hours of volunteer time!

Organization: The Giving Room food bank

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98133

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Donation Pick-up Drivers

More details and training will be provided upon sign-up but here are the quick details:

Arrive at assigned store (north Seattle or south Shoreline) around 9:30am Fill boxes in your vehicle. Drive to the Giving Room parking lot. Unload donations with other volunteers; weigh donations

Typically drivers will stay to sort (11:30a) but it is not required

Sort the best produce for our guests. Wash/sanitize hands and put on gloves before starting. Store fridge/freezer items. After sorting, clean surface, take out recycling/compost.

 

The Giving Room food bank is a grocery-store-style space where guests can shop for free groceries and personal items. On Monday mornings we welcome guests inside to check-in, select refrigerated and frozen items from a menu, then choose fresh produce, and browse the shelves for dry goods and hygiene items while cold items are packed. On Thursday and Friday mornings we pick up food from grocery partners and sort and store food for Mondays. Every week we need over 40 collective hours of volunteer time!

Organization: The Giving Room food bank

More details and training will be provided upon sign-up but here are the quick details:

Arrive at assigned store (north Seattle or south Shoreline) around 9:30am Fill boxes in your vehicle. Drive to the Giving Room parking lot. Unload donations with other volunteers; weigh donations

Typically drivers will stay to sort (11:30a) but it is not required

Sort the best produce for our guests. Wash/sanitize hands and put on gloves before starting. Store fridge/freezer items. After sorting, clean surface, take out recycling/compost.

 

The Giving Room food bank is a grocery-store-style space where guests can shop for free groceries and personal items. On Monday mornings we welcome guests inside to check-in, select refrigerated and frozen items from a menu, then choose fresh produce, and browse the shelves for dry goods and hygiene items while cold items are packed. On Thursday and Friday mornings we pick up food from grocery partners and sort and store food for Mondays. Every week we need over 40 collective hours of volunteer time!

Organization: The Giving Room food bank

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98133

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Ballard Food Bank Volunteer Opportunities - register through our website!

Every month more than 250 volunteers donate 2,500+ hours of service. They recover and sort food, stock shelves, and help clients shop. We have a wide variety of opportunities available, and we are happy to work with you to find the right opportunity along with the right time commitment.

Check out our website for more information and to volunteer - http://www.ballardfoodbank.org/volunteer/ 

Organization: Ballard Food Bank

Every month more than 250 volunteers donate 2,500+ hours of service. They recover and sort food, stock shelves, and help clients shop. We have a wide variety of opportunities available, and we are happy to work with you to find the right opportunity along with the right time commitment.

Check out our website for more information and to volunteer - http://www.ballardfoodbank.org/volunteer/ 

Organization: Ballard Food Bank

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Organization Requirement: >14 years old

Zip Code: 98107

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Food Drive Hosts for the YWCA

The YWCA Central Food Bank currently serves 300+ food-insecure households in Central & South Seattle. Every Wednesday, 80+ volunteers pack and distribute over 6,000 lbs. of food. Food requests have increased and we have a waitlist of families who need help. Much of our food comes from institutional and government donors like Food Lifeline, NW Harvest and the USDA. We also rely heavily on our community for assistance – for both food and volunteers.

Volunteers who would like to host a food drive will connect with their communities for donations, collect and deliver the donations to the food bank. This is a great opportunity for school, work, church, and other groups.

Most needed:
• $25 and $50 gift cards to Safeway, QFC/Kroger, or Grocery Outlet. Gift cards empower families to purchase culturally appropriate food and items they need
• Canned soups, stews, and chili – vegetarian and meaty, pop-tops/pull tabs are best
• White rice (uncooked)
• Tuna and canned chicken
• Baby formula and baby food
• Diapers (size 5 and 6) and baby wipes
• Cash donations – used to buy protein, eggs, dairy, staples and high demand food items. Please contact us to make a cash/check donation.

Always useful:
• Top ramen – meat and vegetarian
• Pasta and pasta sauce
• Crackers – saltine/Ritz wrapped ‘packs’
• Peanut butter
• Jam, jelly, syrup, and honey
• Ketchup, mustard, and mayonnaise
• Cooking oil
• Soy sauce, family sized bottles
• Salt and pepper sets
• Sugar
• Seasoning, spices and herbs
• Kid friendly snacks – raisins, fruit chews, granola/breakfast bars, nuts
• Ground caffeinated coffee
• Simple, inexpensive can openers
• Cleaning supplies – dish and laundry soap, all-purpose cleaner, sponges, mops and brooms
• Toiletries – full-sized* shampoo, conditioner, soap, toothbrushes and toothpaste (*hotel/travel sized toiletries can be triggering for clients who have been victims of sex trafficking)

What are the items the YWCA cannot accept?
• Any open food containers – where the seal has been broken or food has been partially consumed
• Expired food items
• Home prepared food, including jams, jellies and pickled foods
• Leftovers / open containers of home prepared food


Organization: YWCA Seattle-King-Snohomish

The YWCA Central Food Bank currently serves 300+ food-insecure households in Central & South Seattle. Every Wednesday, 80+ volunteers pack and distribute over 6,000 lbs. of food. Food requests have increased and we have a waitlist of families who need help. Much of our food comes from institutional and government donors like Food Lifeline, NW Harvest and the USDA. We also rely heavily on our community for assistance – for both food and volunteers.

Volunteers who would like to host a food drive will connect with their communities for donations, collect and deliver the donations to the food bank. This is a great opportunity for school, work, church, and other groups.

Most needed:
• $25 and $50 gift cards to Safeway, QFC/Kroger, or Grocery Outlet. Gift cards empower families to purchase culturally appropriate food and items they need
• Canned soups, stews, and chili – vegetarian and meaty, pop-tops/pull tabs are best
• White rice (uncooked)
• Tuna and canned chicken
• Baby formula and baby food
• Diapers (size 5 and 6) and baby wipes
• Cash donations – used to buy protein, eggs, dairy, staples and high demand food items. Please contact us to make a cash/check donation.

Always useful:
• Top ramen – meat and vegetarian
• Pasta and pasta sauce
• Crackers – saltine/Ritz wrapped ‘packs’
• Peanut butter
• Jam, jelly, syrup, and honey
• Ketchup, mustard, and mayonnaise
• Cooking oil
• Soy sauce, family sized bottles
• Salt and pepper sets
• Sugar
• Seasoning, spices and herbs
• Kid friendly snacks – raisins, fruit chews, granola/breakfast bars, nuts
• Ground caffeinated coffee
• Simple, inexpensive can openers
• Cleaning supplies – dish and laundry soap, all-purpose cleaner, sponges, mops and brooms
• Toiletries – full-sized* shampoo, conditioner, soap, toothbrushes and toothpaste (*hotel/travel sized toiletries can be triggering for clients who have been victims of sex trafficking)

What are the items the YWCA cannot accept?
• Any open food containers – where the seal has been broken or food has been partially consumed
• Expired food items
• Home prepared food, including jams, jellies and pickled foods
• Leftovers / open containers of home prepared food


Organization: YWCA Seattle-King-Snohomish

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Organization Requirement: >12 years old

Zip Code: 98122

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Be a Grocery Rescue driver!

North Helpline's food levels depend on daily grocery rescue runs with partnered stores! In order to retrieve and sort this food to prepare for distribution, we need drivers to make runs for us in the morning. Drivers can use their own vehicles, or one among our fleet of North Helpline-branded vehicles, and we provide training for making the pickup.

Grocery Rescue is a weekly volunteer position that requires some training and a long-term commitment. Additionally, volunteers are required to have a valid driver's license, pass a background check, be comfortable lifting heavy boxes upwards of 30 lbs, and have some availability on a particular weekday morning between 8-11am.

Interested in working with us? Click the "Respond" button and we will follow up with you. We hope to hear from you soon!

Organization: North Helpline

North Helpline's food levels depend on daily grocery rescue runs with partnered stores! In order to retrieve and sort this food to prepare for distribution, we need drivers to make runs for us in the morning. Drivers can use their own vehicles, or one among our fleet of North Helpline-branded vehicles, and we provide training for making the pickup.

Grocery Rescue is a weekly volunteer position that requires some training and a long-term commitment. Additionally, volunteers are required to have a valid driver's license, pass a background check, be comfortable lifting heavy boxes upwards of 30 lbs, and have some availability on a particular weekday morning between 8-11am.

Interested in working with us? Click the "Respond" button and we will follow up with you. We hope to hear from you soon!

Organization: North Helpline

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98125

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Be a Home Delivery Food Box Packing specialist!

Help ensure food security for your neighbors by volunteering with North Helpline's food bank in Lake City!

Some neighbors do not have the ability or connections necessary to shop for themselves at our weekly food distributions. To counter these barriers, North Helpline provides home delivery to homebound individuals every other week on Tuesday and Thursday.

We pack on Tuesday and Thursdays from 9:30am-1:30pm with dietary needs and restrictions in mind. Because of this and the particular needs of some neighbors, attention to detail is a key attribute needed to help pack these boxes. Dietary knowledge for needs such as diabetes, gluten intolerance, and food allergies, as well as the ability to lift up to 30 pounds is also a plus.

Interested in working with us? Click the "Respond" button and we will follow up with you. We hope to hear from you soon!

A couple extra points: We require all volunteers scheduled to work on-site to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 and present proof of vaccination before they start their shift. If you have questions regarding this, feel free to email or message us.  Please wear season-appropriate clothing as our warehouse is not a climate-controlled environment. Closed-toe shoes are required.

Organization: North Helpline

Help ensure food security for your neighbors by volunteering with North Helpline's food bank in Lake City!

Some neighbors do not have the ability or connections necessary to shop for themselves at our weekly food distributions. To counter these barriers, North Helpline provides home delivery to homebound individuals every other week on Tuesday and Thursday.

We pack on Tuesday and Thursdays from 9:30am-1:30pm with dietary needs and restrictions in mind. Because of this and the particular needs of some neighbors, attention to detail is a key attribute needed to help pack these boxes. Dietary knowledge for needs such as diabetes, gluten intolerance, and food allergies, as well as the ability to lift up to 30 pounds is also a plus.

Interested in working with us? Click the "Respond" button and we will follow up with you. We hope to hear from you soon!

A couple extra points: We require all volunteers scheduled to work on-site to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 and present proof of vaccination before they start their shift. If you have questions regarding this, feel free to email or message us.  Please wear season-appropriate clothing as our warehouse is not a climate-controlled environment. Closed-toe shoes are required.

Organization: North Helpline

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98125

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Food Bank Sorting volunteers needed!

Help ensure food security for your neighbors by volunteering with North Helpline's food banks in Lake City and Bitter Lake!

Everyday we get wonderful donations from local stores, pea patches, and individual donors. Help us ensure we are only distributing food that we would pick up ourselves! 

Volunteers are needed to inspect the quality of food coming in from donations and partner organizations. You can expect to work with 3-4 other volunteers as we sort through items, and will often need to lift crates of up to 30 lbs.

We have food bank receiving and sorting opportunities throughout the week including:

Lake City: Tuesday to Saturday (Except Friday) 9 AM to 1 PM Lake City: Friday 10 AM to 2 PM Bitter Lake: Thursday 10 AM to 2 PM

Interested in working with us? Click the "Respond" button and we will follow up with you. We hope to hear from you soon!

A couple extra points: We require all volunteers scheduled to work on-site to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 and present proof of vaccination before they start their shift. If you have questions regarding this, feel free to email or message us.  Please wear season-appropriate clothing as our warehouse is not a climate-controlled environment. Closed-toe shoes are required.

Organization: North Helpline

Help ensure food security for your neighbors by volunteering with North Helpline's food banks in Lake City and Bitter Lake!

Everyday we get wonderful donations from local stores, pea patches, and individual donors. Help us ensure we are only distributing food that we would pick up ourselves! 

Volunteers are needed to inspect the quality of food coming in from donations and partner organizations. You can expect to work with 3-4 other volunteers as we sort through items, and will often need to lift crates of up to 30 lbs.

We have food bank receiving and sorting opportunities throughout the week including:

Lake City: Tuesday to Saturday (Except Friday) 9 AM to 1 PM Lake City: Friday 10 AM to 2 PM Bitter Lake: Thursday 10 AM to 2 PM

Interested in working with us? Click the "Respond" button and we will follow up with you. We hope to hear from you soon!

A couple extra points: We require all volunteers scheduled to work on-site to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 and present proof of vaccination before they start their shift. If you have questions regarding this, feel free to email or message us.  Please wear season-appropriate clothing as our warehouse is not a climate-controlled environment. Closed-toe shoes are required.

Organization: North Helpline

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98125

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Help us send food to our neighbors - Home Delivery Drivers needed!

Some of the people who most need to access services are unable to come to us - so we go to them! This program is special and has volunteers working one on one with our neighbors. We anticipate that neighbors and volunteers will form a friendship as they get to know each other.

With our Home Delivery Program, volunteers pick up pre-made boxes from our location in Lake City to deliver to neighbors in the area. This is a weekly or bi-weekly volunteer position that requires some training and at least a 9-month time commitment. Additionally, volunteers are required to have a valid driver's license and be comfortable lifting heavy boxes upwards of 30 lbs, and be available on Thursday afternoons for a two-hour interval between 1-5 pm.

Interested in working with us? Click the "Respond" button and we will follow up with you. We hope to hear from you soon!

Organization: North Helpline

Some of the people who most need to access services are unable to come to us - so we go to them! This program is special and has volunteers working one on one with our neighbors. We anticipate that neighbors and volunteers will form a friendship as they get to know each other.

With our Home Delivery Program, volunteers pick up pre-made boxes from our location in Lake City to deliver to neighbors in the area. This is a weekly or bi-weekly volunteer position that requires some training and at least a 9-month time commitment. Additionally, volunteers are required to have a valid driver's license and be comfortable lifting heavy boxes upwards of 30 lbs, and be available on Thursday afternoons for a two-hour interval between 1-5 pm.

Interested in working with us? Click the "Respond" button and we will follow up with you. We hope to hear from you soon!

Organization: North Helpline

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98125

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Join our Food Distribution volunteer team!

Help ensure food security for your neighbors by volunteering with North Helpline's food banks in Lake City and Bitter Lake!

On distribution days volunteers greet neighbors, distribute food, restock shelves, and help those done shopping out to their transportation.

You can expect to serve with 10 to 12 other volunteers (5-6 at Bitter Lake). We keep volunteer crews small to help with social distancing but that means we count on everyone to show up for their shift and be on time.

We have three food bank distributions throughout the week, some with multiple shifts:

Lake City: Wednesday morning/afternoons 8:30am-11:15am and 11:00am-2:30pm Lake City: Thursday evenings from 3:30pm to 7:30pm Lake City: Saturday morning/afternoons 8:30am-11:15am and 11:00am-2:30pm Bitter Lake: Saturday morning/afternoons 8:30am-11:15am and 11:00am-2:30pm

Interested in working with us? Click the "Respond" button and we will follow up with you. We hope to hear from you soon!

A couple extra points: We require all volunteers scheduled to work on-site to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 and present proof of vaccination before they start their shift. If you have questions regarding this, feel free to email or message us.  Please wear seasonally appropriate clothing as our warehouse is not a climate-controlled environment. Closed-toe shoes are required.

Organization: North Helpline

Help ensure food security for your neighbors by volunteering with North Helpline's food banks in Lake City and Bitter Lake!

On distribution days volunteers greet neighbors, distribute food, restock shelves, and help those done shopping out to their transportation.

You can expect to serve with 10 to 12 other volunteers (5-6 at Bitter Lake). We keep volunteer crews small to help with social distancing but that means we count on everyone to show up for their shift and be on time.

We have three food bank distributions throughout the week, some with multiple shifts:

Lake City: Wednesday morning/afternoons 8:30am-11:15am and 11:00am-2:30pm Lake City: Thursday evenings from 3:30pm to 7:30pm Lake City: Saturday morning/afternoons 8:30am-11:15am and 11:00am-2:30pm Bitter Lake: Saturday morning/afternoons 8:30am-11:15am and 11:00am-2:30pm

Interested in working with us? Click the "Respond" button and we will follow up with you. We hope to hear from you soon!

A couple extra points: We require all volunteers scheduled to work on-site to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 and present proof of vaccination before they start their shift. If you have questions regarding this, feel free to email or message us.  Please wear seasonally appropriate clothing as our warehouse is not a climate-controlled environment. Closed-toe shoes are required.

Organization: North Helpline

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98125

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Help Prepare Meals for The Oaks Shelter

Hunger Intervention Program (HIP) is seeking prep cook volunteers for our Shelter Meals program. Help our Shelter Meals team prepare dinners for residents of the King County Enhanced Shelter (aka The Oaks) in Shoreline. Volunteers help prepare the food in the HIP kitchen every Monday-Thursday from 2:30-5:30pm.

Food Worker Card, background check, and COVID-19 vaccination required, all cooking skill levels are welcome! Must be 18+.

Organization: Hunger Intervention Program

Hunger Intervention Program (HIP) is seeking prep cook volunteers for our Shelter Meals program. Help our Shelter Meals team prepare dinners for residents of the King County Enhanced Shelter (aka The Oaks) in Shoreline. Volunteers help prepare the food in the HIP kitchen every Monday-Thursday from 2:30-5:30pm.

Food Worker Card, background check, and COVID-19 vaccination required, all cooking skill levels are welcome! Must be 18+.

Organization: Hunger Intervention Program

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98125

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Client Check in - Food Bank Volunteer

Goal of the position: Check-in volunteers will be the first friendly face to interact
with guests receiving food as they enter our facility. Check-in volunteers ensure that
procedures are followed and our database is accurate. Volunteers will provide excellent
customer service to ensure great relationships and a positive atmosphere during distributions.

Time Required: 2-5 hours
Hours: 8:45-11am and 11:45-2pm, Friday and Saturdays. Weekly volunteers preferred minimum 1 x a month
Commitment Length: Minimum 3 month commitment
Positions Available: 3
We are particularly looking for Saturday Afternoon help from 11:45- 2:00PM

Responsibilities:
Great guest upon entering the building
Ensure all guests are entered into the database
Sign up new guests and review information with them
Answer questions, promote community/health/nutrition resources

Rainier Valley Food Bank could not operate without a cadre of committed, long-term community volunteers who contribute over 2,000 hours of service every month.

Skills Needed:
Previous computer skills and/or data entry a must
Ability to multitask data entry and customer service
Works well under pressure in fast paced, dynamic atmosphere
Punctual & dependable
Enthusiastic, flexible and positive attitude
Outgoing and enjoys working with people and helping clients
Comfortable with diverse populations in high energy settings
Multi-lingual is a huge plus! Cantonese, Vietnamese, and Spanish are common languages spoken by guests at RVFB.
Commitment to RVFB policies & procedures signed

Training: An orientation and "trial run" will be provided with RVFB staff aiding you through your first check-in experience. Ongoing support and collaboration provided. We are always interested in incorporating new, fresh ideas into our process!

Application Process:
Applicants must fill out our volunteer application. Please click "Respond" and someone from our organization will be in touch with you to direct you to the application. Background check required (not all charges will disqualify).

Organization: Rainier Valley Food Bank

Goal of the position: Check-in volunteers will be the first friendly face to interact
with guests receiving food as they enter our facility. Check-in volunteers ensure that
procedures are followed and our database is accurate. Volunteers will provide excellent
customer service to ensure great relationships and a positive atmosphere during distributions.

Time Required: 2-5 hours
Hours: 8:45-11am and 11:45-2pm, Friday and Saturdays. Weekly volunteers preferred minimum 1 x a month
Commitment Length: Minimum 3 month commitment
Positions Available: 3
We are particularly looking for Saturday Afternoon help from 11:45- 2:00PM

Responsibilities:
Great guest upon entering the building
Ensure all guests are entered into the database
Sign up new guests and review information with them
Answer questions, promote community/health/nutrition resources

Rainier Valley Food Bank could not operate without a cadre of committed, long-term community volunteers who contribute over 2,000 hours of service every month.

Skills Needed:
Previous computer skills and/or data entry a must
Ability to multitask data entry and customer service
Works well under pressure in fast paced, dynamic atmosphere
Punctual & dependable
Enthusiastic, flexible and positive attitude
Outgoing and enjoys working with people and helping clients
Comfortable with diverse populations in high energy settings
Multi-lingual is a huge plus! Cantonese, Vietnamese, and Spanish are common languages spoken by guests at RVFB.
Commitment to RVFB policies & procedures signed

Training: An orientation and "trial run" will be provided with RVFB staff aiding you through your first check-in experience. Ongoing support and collaboration provided. We are always interested in incorporating new, fresh ideas into our process!

Application Process:
Applicants must fill out our volunteer application. Please click "Respond" and someone from our organization will be in touch with you to direct you to the application. Background check required (not all charges will disqualify).

Organization: Rainier Valley Food Bank

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98118

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Food Bank Volunteer at Salvation Army - Capitol Hill

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.

The Salvation Army 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.

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

To sign up to volunteer, please additionally fill out the survey linked below:

https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=BIqqmoXEOUCD1wyAxoe-qwW9rpZ47etFtGkr19amg8xUNUFGVEFZODc0TlY2S1I0NEc0Tk84Q0NFNy4u

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

Organization: Seattle Food Committee

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.

The Salvation Army 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.

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

To sign up to volunteer, please additionally fill out the survey linked below:

https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=BIqqmoXEOUCD1wyAxoe-qwW9rpZ47etFtGkr19amg8xUNUFGVEFZODc0TlY2S1I0NEc0Tk84Q0NFNy4u

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

Organization: Seattle Food Committee

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98101

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Food Bank Volunteer - Food Distribution

Please join Rainier Valley Food Bank in welcoming our clients for in-person shopping. Volunteers in this role will assist RVFB Staff in connecting our clients with nutritious food and good community. 

 

Fridays and Saturdays

Shift 1:  8:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Shift 2:  11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

 

Volunteer tasks include:

Help set up warehouse for in-person shopping

Line management

Welcoming people as they enter

Monitoring stations of food

Help clients to bag their food

Keep the space clean and restocked during distribution

Reset the room at end of distribution.

Line and parking lot direction 

 

Multilingual people encouraged to join!

Please respond if interested. The Volunteer Coordinator will be in touch to guide you through the sign up process. Please note in your response if you are looking to sign up a group of more than 5 people. Our maximum group size is 15 people with some days limited to 8 volunteers.

Organization: Rainier Valley Food Bank

Please join Rainier Valley Food Bank in welcoming our clients for in-person shopping. Volunteers in this role will assist RVFB Staff in connecting our clients with nutritious food and good community. 

 

Fridays and Saturdays

Shift 1:  8:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Shift 2:  11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

 

Volunteer tasks include:

Help set up warehouse for in-person shopping

Line management

Welcoming people as they enter

Monitoring stations of food

Help clients to bag their food

Keep the space clean and restocked during distribution

Reset the room at end of distribution.

Line and parking lot direction 

 

Multilingual people encouraged to join!

Please respond if interested. The Volunteer Coordinator will be in touch to guide you through the sign up process. Please note in your response if you are looking to sign up a group of more than 5 people. Our maximum group size is 15 people with some days limited to 8 volunteers.

Organization: Rainier Valley Food Bank

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98118

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Home Delivery Driver - Food Bank

Every Wednesday and Thursday, we deliver grocery bags to our clients. As a home delivery driver, you will drive your own vehicle to deliver between 15-25 bags of food to clients in South Seattle.

Requirements:

* Valid driver’s license

* Background check

* Availability Wednesdays arrival times: 10am- 11:30am OR Thursdays arrival times: 10am - 2:30pm

* Highly personable and works well with others

*  3 month commitment desired

* Some drivers volunteer weekly, some occasionally. Weekly drivers especially needed

Organization: Rainier Valley Food Bank

Every Wednesday and Thursday, we deliver grocery bags to our clients. As a home delivery driver, you will drive your own vehicle to deliver between 15-25 bags of food to clients in South Seattle.

Requirements:

* Valid driver’s license

* Background check

* Availability Wednesdays arrival times: 10am- 11:30am OR Thursdays arrival times: 10am - 2:30pm

* Highly personable and works well with others

*  3 month commitment desired

* Some drivers volunteer weekly, some occasionally. Weekly drivers especially needed

Organization: Rainier Valley Food Bank

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98118

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Foodbank Warehouse Volunteer

Help needed Wednesdays 9am-11am & Thursdays 9am - 12pm. 

In this role you will help us pack grocery bags for families in South Seattle. The Home Delivery Program serves our neighbors who are disabled or immunocompromised and unable to come shop at the food bank. With your help, we can pack up to 500 grocery bags per day to be delivered by another team of volunteer drivers to households around South Seattle. Volunteers must wear a mask at all times while indoors. Update to Mask Policy 6/1/23: Please wear N95 or KN95 if you are able. Masks are still required at RVFB due to the vulnerable population we serve.



Please click Respond below to sign up. If you are looking to sign up a group of more than 5 people, please specify that in your response.

Organization: Rainier Valley Food Bank

Help needed Wednesdays 9am-11am & Thursdays 9am - 12pm. 

In this role you will help us pack grocery bags for families in South Seattle. The Home Delivery Program serves our neighbors who are disabled or immunocompromised and unable to come shop at the food bank. With your help, we can pack up to 500 grocery bags per day to be delivered by another team of volunteer drivers to households around South Seattle. Volunteers must wear a mask at all times while indoors. Update to Mask Policy 6/1/23: Please wear N95 or KN95 if you are able. Masks are still required at RVFB due to the vulnerable population we serve.



Please click Respond below to sign up. If you are looking to sign up a group of more than 5 people, please specify that in your response.

Organization: Rainier Valley Food Bank

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98118

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Food Delivery Driver

Do you have a truck or a large SUV? Would you be interested in delivering food once a month to the Elizabeth Gregory Home Day Center so that women who are experiencing homelessness can enjoy two hot meals a day? Then we can use your help!

Each Wednesday morning Food Lifeline has 300-500 pounds of food for EGH. We need drivers who can help pack up this food and deliver it to EGH from Food Lifeline which is located just west of Boeing field. The EGH Day Center is in the University District and there are plenty of people to help unload as needed. 

The Day Center Manager or another experienced volunteer will assist during the first pickup. 

 

Organization: Elizabeth Gregory Home

Do you have a truck or a large SUV? Would you be interested in delivering food once a month to the Elizabeth Gregory Home Day Center so that women who are experiencing homelessness can enjoy two hot meals a day? Then we can use your help!

Each Wednesday morning Food Lifeline has 300-500 pounds of food for EGH. We need drivers who can help pack up this food and deliver it to EGH from Food Lifeline which is located just west of Boeing field. The EGH Day Center is in the University District and there are plenty of people to help unload as needed. 

The Day Center Manager or another experienced volunteer will assist during the first pickup. 

 

Organization: Elizabeth Gregory Home

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Organization Requirement: >18 years old

Zip Code: 98105

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: EGH Day Center Volunteer

Put your people skills to work for a good cause; helping women experiencing homelessness. Elizabeth Gregory Home (EGH) Day Center is not only a safe space for women who are experiencing homelessness, we make it a warm and welcoming place for women who have no other resources. Open Sunday through Friday from 9 am - 4:30 pm, the EGH drop-in Day Center serves women each day. Anyone who identifies as a woman and is experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless can access essential needs such as food, personal care items, showers, laundry, mail, and clothing. Many women have substance abuse and/or mental health issues, all need support. If you are compassionate, get satisfaction in helping others and have a positive “can do” attitude this position may be the right fit for you.

A Day Center Volunteer is a flexible position with varied tasks and duties including but not limited to assisting guests access services such as signing women in for laundry or showers, helping in the kitchen where a nutritious breakfast and lunch is served daily, cleaning, and helping where needed.

Organization: Elizabeth Gregory Home

Put your people skills to work for a good cause; helping women experiencing homelessness. Elizabeth Gregory Home (EGH) Day Center is not only a safe space for women who are experiencing homelessness, we make it a warm and welcoming place for women who have no other resources. Open Sunday through Friday from 9 am - 4:30 pm, the EGH drop-in Day Center serves women each day. Anyone who identifies as a woman and is experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless can access essential needs such as food, personal care items, showers, laundry, mail, and clothing. Many women have substance abuse and/or mental health issues, all need support. If you are compassionate, get satisfaction in helping others and have a positive “can do” attitude this position may be the right fit for you.

A Day Center Volunteer is a flexible position with varied tasks and duties including but not limited to assisting guests access services such as signing women in for laundry or showers, helping in the kitchen where a nutritious breakfast and lunch is served daily, cleaning, and helping where needed.

Organization: Elizabeth Gregory Home

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Organization Requirement: >18 years old

Zip Code: 98105

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Meal Team Volunteer Team- Group Opportunity

Provide dinner for homeless youth! Meal teams consist of five-15 people who provide and serve a hot, nutritious meals to youth at the Teen Meal Program. Meal Team Members provide food, prepare, and serve the meals, and clean the kitchen. Teen Feed serves 60 youth each night, and an average meal costs under $300. Corporate groups looking for team-building activities and social or civic groups make great meal teams!

REQUIREMENTS: Meal Teams Scheduled on a one time or recurring basis, subject to availability. Requirements include a completed Volunteer Orientation and a $10 WA State Food Handlers Permit (Meal Team lead only).

Meal Team Lead must complete:

-meal team application (+ background check)

-in-person volunteer orientation

-at least two shadow shifts in the kitchen with experienced meal teams

-remote training

Organization: Teen Feed

Provide dinner for homeless youth! Meal teams consist of five-15 people who provide and serve a hot, nutritious meals to youth at the Teen Meal Program. Meal Team Members provide food, prepare, and serve the meals, and clean the kitchen. Teen Feed serves 60 youth each night, and an average meal costs under $300. Corporate groups looking for team-building activities and social or civic groups make great meal teams!

REQUIREMENTS: Meal Teams Scheduled on a one time or recurring basis, subject to availability. Requirements include a completed Volunteer Orientation and a $10 WA State Food Handlers Permit (Meal Team lead only).

Meal Team Lead must complete:

-meal team application (+ background check)

-in-person volunteer orientation

-at least two shadow shifts in the kitchen with experienced meal teams

-remote training

Organization: Teen Feed

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98105

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Board Member

Camp Fire is a fully inclusive organization that welcomes youth of all backgrounds and abilities and we are working hard to ensure our board represents the youth and communities that we serve. New board members are needed that have experience in marketing, fundraising, sales, architecture, construction, retail, restaurant/food service, IT and education.

Our Board is comprised of volunteers from a variety of backgrounds who are responsible for council policy, administration, strategic planning, financial stability and overall support of our programs.

BIPOC applicants and those of non-dominant cultures are encouraged to apply!

 

Organization: Camp Fire Central Puget Sound

Camp Fire is a fully inclusive organization that welcomes youth of all backgrounds and abilities and we are working hard to ensure our board represents the youth and communities that we serve. New board members are needed that have experience in marketing, fundraising, sales, architecture, construction, retail, restaurant/food service, IT and education.

Our Board is comprised of volunteers from a variety of backgrounds who are responsible for council policy, administration, strategic planning, financial stability and overall support of our programs.

BIPOC applicants and those of non-dominant cultures are encouraged to apply!

 

Organization: Camp Fire Central Puget Sound

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98106

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Join the Board of Directors of Hunger Intervention Program (HIP)

Are you passionate about increasing access to food resources in our communities?

Hunger Intervention Program (HIP) is an award-winning organization that is changing the lives of children, families, seniors, and unhoused neighbors by increasing food security through nutritious meals, community food education programs, and advocacy. Join the Board of Directors of HIP and provide strategic leadership to this dynamic organization.

HIP's meal programs provide vital meals to our neighbors, young and old, through programs like our Healthy HIP Packs, Summer Meals, Shelter Meals, and Senior Community Meals. We offer various nutrition education classes, activities, gardening programs, food justice workshops, and cooking demonstrations for children, adults, and families throughout the year. HIP also actively participates in several different coalitions to advocate for food justice issues, locally and nationally.

What is the board’s role at HIP?

The HIP board is a governing board, providing oversight and leadership to the organization. It makes sure the best interests of the community are represented and funds are stewarded in support of the mission.

Board members are expected to participate in a monthly board meeting, serve on board committees, and/or hold an officer position as needed, and support fundraising efforts through personally significant annual gifts, connecting to other giving opportunities, and helping at HIP events and outreach.

Who would be our ideal Board candidate?

We value a Board of Directors as diverse as the community we serve and give special consideration to people who have a lived experience of food insecurity. We are specifically looking for people with expertise in one/more of these areas: poverty alleviation, agriculture, farm labor, food systems, social work, community organizing, advocacy, youth services, or senior services; skills in the area of fundraising, law, human resources, non-profit governance, or data & program evaluation. All our Board members are passionate about food justice, understand the importance of working with a racial equity lens, and value continued learning that influences our work. People of color, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQIA2+ folks are strongly encouraged to apply.

How to apply or get more information?

Interested? Please respond to this opportunity or email info@hungerintervention.org.

Organization: Hunger Intervention Program

Are you passionate about increasing access to food resources in our communities?

Hunger Intervention Program (HIP) is an award-winning organization that is changing the lives of children, families, seniors, and unhoused neighbors by increasing food security through nutritious meals, community food education programs, and advocacy. Join the Board of Directors of HIP and provide strategic leadership to this dynamic organization.

HIP's meal programs provide vital meals to our neighbors, young and old, through programs like our Healthy HIP Packs, Summer Meals, Shelter Meals, and Senior Community Meals. We offer various nutrition education classes, activities, gardening programs, food justice workshops, and cooking demonstrations for children, adults, and families throughout the year. HIP also actively participates in several different coalitions to advocate for food justice issues, locally and nationally.

What is the board’s role at HIP?

The HIP board is a governing board, providing oversight and leadership to the organization. It makes sure the best interests of the community are represented and funds are stewarded in support of the mission.

Board members are expected to participate in a monthly board meeting, serve on board committees, and/or hold an officer position as needed, and support fundraising efforts through personally significant annual gifts, connecting to other giving opportunities, and helping at HIP events and outreach.

Who would be our ideal Board candidate?

We value a Board of Directors as diverse as the community we serve and give special consideration to people who have a lived experience of food insecurity. We are specifically looking for people with expertise in one/more of these areas: poverty alleviation, agriculture, farm labor, food systems, social work, community organizing, advocacy, youth services, or senior services; skills in the area of fundraising, law, human resources, non-profit governance, or data & program evaluation. All our Board members are passionate about food justice, understand the importance of working with a racial equity lens, and value continued learning that influences our work. People of color, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQIA2+ folks are strongly encouraged to apply.

How to apply or get more information?

Interested? Please respond to this opportunity or email info@hungerintervention.org.

Organization: Hunger Intervention Program

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98125

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Kandelia Food Access Program

Support Community Resource Coordinator

Distribute appropriate bags/boxes of food according to family size and cultural preferences Pack fresh produce and other food staples into bags and boxes

Organize boxes and bags of food for on site deliveries to multiple classrooms

Breakdown and cleanup to leave the worksite in a clean condition

Organization: Kandelia

Support Community Resource Coordinator

Distribute appropriate bags/boxes of food according to family size and cultural preferences Pack fresh produce and other food staples into bags and boxes

Organize boxes and bags of food for on site deliveries to multiple classrooms

Breakdown and cleanup to leave the worksite in a clean condition

Organization: Kandelia

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98122

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Meal Prep Volunteer

We're in need of some volunteers to help provide meals for the guests in our hygiene center. Can you spare a few hours?   We have the kitchen and the food, we just need volunteers to come from 10am-1pm, any week day from Tuesday-Friday, and help prepare a simple, nourishing meal for our guests. For some, this is the only meal they eat each day. We also are looking for volunteers to be on-call.   Click the Respond button below for more information and to sign up.

Organization: Immanuel Community Services

We're in need of some volunteers to help provide meals for the guests in our hygiene center. Can you spare a few hours?   We have the kitchen and the food, we just need volunteers to come from 10am-1pm, any week day from Tuesday-Friday, and help prepare a simple, nourishing meal for our guests. For some, this is the only meal they eat each day. We also are looking for volunteers to be on-call.   Click the Respond button below for more information and to sign up.

Organization: Immanuel Community Services

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98109

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Care for Seattle's fruit trees with City Fruit!

Thanks for your interest in volunteering with us! We love all of our volunteers, and would love to see you join us! City Fruit volunteers give their time in many ways to help support the mission of promoting the cultivation of urban fruit in order to nourish people, prevent food waste, and build community. We provide on-site introduction to tools and practices and also welcome experienced volunteers who can share their perspectives as well. 

We offer group volunteer and education opportunities for school groups, 4H clubs, girl and boy scout troops, and other community groups!  We also offer Group Teambuilding & Education events for corporate groups.  Many of our opportunities are orchard-based across Seattle, but we are happy to work with your group or team to design a volunteer event that suits your interests!

Orchard based work-parties run at different times during the week and on Saturday mornings for 2-3 hours depending on the project.  Work-party topics include: 

Winter Pruning Spring Mulching Spring Tree-planting Summer Pruning Thinning and Fruit Bagging/Netting Summer and Fall Harvest Fall Orchard Clean-up and Mulching Winter Integrated Pest Management Click the Respond button below for more information.

Organization: City Fruit

Thanks for your interest in volunteering with us! We love all of our volunteers, and would love to see you join us! City Fruit volunteers give their time in many ways to help support the mission of promoting the cultivation of urban fruit in order to nourish people, prevent food waste, and build community. We provide on-site introduction to tools and practices and also welcome experienced volunteers who can share their perspectives as well. 

We offer group volunteer and education opportunities for school groups, 4H clubs, girl and boy scout troops, and other community groups!  We also offer Group Teambuilding & Education events for corporate groups.  Many of our opportunities are orchard-based across Seattle, but we are happy to work with your group or team to design a volunteer event that suits your interests!

Orchard based work-parties run at different times during the week and on Saturday mornings for 2-3 hours depending on the project.  Work-party topics include: 

Winter Pruning Spring Mulching Spring Tree-planting Summer Pruning Thinning and Fruit Bagging/Netting Summer and Fall Harvest Fall Orchard Clean-up and Mulching Winter Integrated Pest Management Click the Respond button below for more information.

Organization: City Fruit

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98103

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: HELP YOUNG ADULTS AVOID HOMELESSNESS

MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN A YOUNG ADULT'S LIFE.

Over 1,500 youth and young adults between the ages of 12-25 are homeless or unstably housed in King County. Shelter beds and community resources are limited, leaving the vast majority of young people without access to food or safe housing.

Through the YMCA Host Homes Program, you have the opportunity to be a champion for some of these young adults facing who are facing homelessness.

WHAT IS THE YMCA HOST HOMES PROGRAM?

Host Homes is a 6-month transitional housing program that matches young people ages 18 - 24 who are at risk of experiencing homelessness with caring hosts in the community who can provide the space and opportunity young adults need to build independent living skills, gain stability, and focus on goal attainment. While enrolled, young adults receive 1-on-1 case management support as well as access to wrap-around services through the YMCA Social Impact Center.

Hosts are volunteers in King County who want to make a difference in the life of a young person. They offer a room in their home that provides safe, short-term housing to a young adult who needs support to focus on housing, employment, education, and/or other stabilizing goals. Hosts receive guidance and support from our Team every step of the way.

It is important to us that young people have the opportunity to be matched with host families that fit within their cultural orientation and individual lifestyle. We are searching for host families that come from various backgrounds and experiences. Host families may be single, married or partnered and represent a wide range of ethnicities, religions, sexual identities, cultures, etc.

One common trait that all host families have is their passion, commitment and dedication in making a positive difference in the lives of young people.

WHO CAN BE A HOST HOME PROVIDER?

Families who want to give back to their community and serve as a support for a young adult experiencing homelessness may be interested in joining the YMCA Host Homes program. Although Host Homes is a short 6-month commitment, many Hosts and participants find that their connection continues long after their exit. 

Host Homes is also a great opportunity for prospective foster parents who would like to try living with a young person for 6 months before committing to something more long-term.

All hosts must meet the following criteria:

Host families must be 21 years of age or older. Have a spare bedroom or private space within their home. Pass a background OR reference check. Have homeowner or renters insurance and live within King County. Must be willing to complete a home inspection and training program.

WHAT ARE HOST HOME PROVIDERS' RESPONSIBILITIES?

Host families are asked to:

Provide temporary stable housing for six months. Provide a safe, nurturing and welcoming environment for trust and friendship to develop between the young person and your family. Create agreements with the young person and hold them accountable to those agreements. The opportunity to participate in your family’s daily life and events, make them feel a part of the family with the same privileges and obligations. Provide a private bedroom with a bed and meals. Maintain close contact with the Host Home Recruiter and address problems and concerns (difficulty adapting to family, behavior etc.) as they occur.

Once enrolled, Hosts will receive a monthly stipend to offset any expenses associated with having another person in the home.

Please note: Hosts are NOT expected to provide any financial assistance to the young adult - they will work with their Case Manager who will support them with any expressed needs.

If you are already hosting a young adult between the ages of 12 - 24 and are not a parent or guardian, you may be eligible for supports through our Kinship Host Homes model.

If you are interested in hearing more about the YMCA Host Homes program, check out our website and contact us!

Organization: YMCA Host Homes Program

MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN A YOUNG ADULT'S LIFE.

Over 1,500 youth and young adults between the ages of 12-25 are homeless or unstably housed in King County. Shelter beds and community resources are limited, leaving the vast majority of young people without access to food or safe housing.

Through the YMCA Host Homes Program, you have the opportunity to be a champion for some of these young adults facing who are facing homelessness.

WHAT IS THE YMCA HOST HOMES PROGRAM?

Host Homes is a 6-month transitional housing program that matches young people ages 18 - 24 who are at risk of experiencing homelessness with caring hosts in the community who can provide the space and opportunity young adults need to build independent living skills, gain stability, and focus on goal attainment. While enrolled, young adults receive 1-on-1 case management support as well as access to wrap-around services through the YMCA Social Impact Center.

Hosts are volunteers in King County who want to make a difference in the life of a young person. They offer a room in their home that provides safe, short-term housing to a young adult who needs support to focus on housing, employment, education, and/or other stabilizing goals. Hosts receive guidance and support from our Team every step of the way.

It is important to us that young people have the opportunity to be matched with host families that fit within their cultural orientation and individual lifestyle. We are searching for host families that come from various backgrounds and experiences. Host families may be single, married or partnered and represent a wide range of ethnicities, religions, sexual identities, cultures, etc.

One common trait that all host families have is their passion, commitment and dedication in making a positive difference in the lives of young people.

WHO CAN BE A HOST HOME PROVIDER?

Families who want to give back to their community and serve as a support for a young adult experiencing homelessness may be interested in joining the YMCA Host Homes program. Although Host Homes is a short 6-month commitment, many Hosts and participants find that their connection continues long after their exit. 

Host Homes is also a great opportunity for prospective foster parents who would like to try living with a young person for 6 months before committing to something more long-term.

All hosts must meet the following criteria:

Host families must be 21 years of age or older. Have a spare bedroom or private space within their home. Pass a background OR reference check. Have homeowner or renters insurance and live within King County. Must be willing to complete a home inspection and training program.

WHAT ARE HOST HOME PROVIDERS' RESPONSIBILITIES?

Host families are asked to:

Provide temporary stable housing for six months. Provide a safe, nurturing and welcoming environment for trust and friendship to develop between the young person and your family. Create agreements with the young person and hold them accountable to those agreements. The opportunity to participate in your family’s daily life and events, make them feel a part of the family with the same privileges and obligations. Provide a private bedroom with a bed and meals. Maintain close contact with the Host Home Recruiter and address problems and concerns (difficulty adapting to family, behavior etc.) as they occur.

Once enrolled, Hosts will receive a monthly stipend to offset any expenses associated with having another person in the home.

Please note: Hosts are NOT expected to provide any financial assistance to the young adult - they will work with their Case Manager who will support them with any expressed needs.

If you are already hosting a young adult between the ages of 12 - 24 and are not a parent or guardian, you may be eligible for supports through our Kinship Host Homes model.

If you are interested in hearing more about the YMCA Host Homes program, check out our website and contact us!

Organization: YMCA Host Homes Program

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98144

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Web UI/UX Designer Developer

Nourishing Networks supports grassroots hunger relief projects with fiscal sponsorship and networking to help them be successful right out of the gate. A big part of that will be having a great web site that helps connect people in need to food resources, people with food resources to those who need them, and coordinate it all to avoid duplication while identifying and filling gaps.

We're looking for an experienced Web designer and developer to lead the effort to take our web site to the next level. It's an opportunity to use your professional skills remotely from home in your spare time to make a big difference in helping hungry families.

It would be great if you had experience in architecting and designing responsive easy-to-use web sites with striking visuals and modern web technologies, including integration with fundraising tools and social media. Being able to express design ideas to the all-volunteer NNC Leadership Team is important to get buy-in to move ahead with development and deployment. We're also looking for skills in search engine optimization to help people find the site. We'd be happy to chat about the kind of things we have in mind. Even if your skills cover only part of the effort, your contributions would be welcome and appreciated!

Boilerplate stuff: Nourishing Networks Consortium (NNC) is a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit in Washington State and has been in operation since 2012. Our purpose is to build resilient networks to mobilize, connect, strengthen, and support communities to increase their capacity to tackle local challenges. We develop, support, and connect individuals, formal, and informal networks within communities. These local volunteers, state and federal agencies, NGOs, corporations, and faith communities forge cross-sector, purpose-driven efforts that leverage local resources to create sustainable solutions to make sure everyone is well nourished.

Thanks for considering volunteering with Nourishing Networks!

Organization: Nourishing Networks Consortium

Nourishing Networks supports grassroots hunger relief projects with fiscal sponsorship and networking to help them be successful right out of the gate. A big part of that will be having a great web site that helps connect people in need to food resources, people with food resources to those who need them, and coordinate it all to avoid duplication while identifying and filling gaps.

We're looking for an experienced Web designer and developer to lead the effort to take our web site to the next level. It's an opportunity to use your professional skills remotely from home in your spare time to make a big difference in helping hungry families.

It would be great if you had experience in architecting and designing responsive easy-to-use web sites with striking visuals and modern web technologies, including integration with fundraising tools and social media. Being able to express design ideas to the all-volunteer NNC Leadership Team is important to get buy-in to move ahead with development and deployment. We're also looking for skills in search engine optimization to help people find the site. We'd be happy to chat about the kind of things we have in mind. Even if your skills cover only part of the effort, your contributions would be welcome and appreciated!

Boilerplate stuff: Nourishing Networks Consortium (NNC) is a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit in Washington State and has been in operation since 2012. Our purpose is to build resilient networks to mobilize, connect, strengthen, and support communities to increase their capacity to tackle local challenges. We develop, support, and connect individuals, formal, and informal networks within communities. These local volunteers, state and federal agencies, NGOs, corporations, and faith communities forge cross-sector, purpose-driven efforts that leverage local resources to create sustainable solutions to make sure everyone is well nourished.

Thanks for considering volunteering with Nourishing Networks!

Organization: Nourishing Networks Consortium

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98004

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Immanuel Community Services Food Bank

Our Food Bank is open to clients every Monday from 10am - 1pm. Volunteers are generally needed between about 9am until 2pm. There are a number of different tasks to be done on food bank day, including but not limited to: set up, sanitizing surfaces, making sure clients are sanitizing their hands, setting up the food, checking clients in, periodically sanitizing crates, tear down/clean up after, guiding clients while they shop, etc. 

Additionally, we are seeking new volunteers on Saturdays and Sundays to help pick up donations from grocery stores who help stock our food bank, and can help organize and stock our pantry in preparation our food bank on Mondays.

If you sign up for this opportunity, we will email you with more details. 

Organization: Immanuel Community Services

Our Food Bank is open to clients every Monday from 10am - 1pm. Volunteers are generally needed between about 9am until 2pm. There are a number of different tasks to be done on food bank day, including but not limited to: set up, sanitizing surfaces, making sure clients are sanitizing their hands, setting up the food, checking clients in, periodically sanitizing crates, tear down/clean up after, guiding clients while they shop, etc. 

Additionally, we are seeking new volunteers on Saturdays and Sundays to help pick up donations from grocery stores who help stock our food bank, and can help organize and stock our pantry in preparation our food bank on Mondays.

If you sign up for this opportunity, we will email you with more details. 

Organization: Immanuel Community Services

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98109

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Member at Large

Are you looking to support local farmers and food distribution agencies within the greater Seattle area?
Farms for Life is looking for 2 new Members at Large (MAL) to support their ongoing work in supporting a vibrant local food system.

MAL play an important role, providing feedback and support while adapting to the current needs of the organizations and Board of Directors.

MAL are expected to contribute 3-6 hours of volunteer time a month, depending on current needs and availability. As well as attend monthly Board of Director meetings (zoom)

This is a great opportunity to join a community working to address food insecurity and expand culturally relevant food options to those in need.

Organization: Farms For Life

Are you looking to support local farmers and food distribution agencies within the greater Seattle area?
Farms for Life is looking for 2 new Members at Large (MAL) to support their ongoing work in supporting a vibrant local food system.

MAL play an important role, providing feedback and support while adapting to the current needs of the organizations and Board of Directors.

MAL are expected to contribute 3-6 hours of volunteer time a month, depending on current needs and availability. As well as attend monthly Board of Director meetings (zoom)

This is a great opportunity to join a community working to address food insecurity and expand culturally relevant food options to those in need.

Organization: Farms For Life

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Food Bank Volunteer

MSC's Food Bank distributes food to individuals and families living in the Federal Way School District. 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.

As a volunteer at the MSC Food Bank, we ask that you meet the following requirements:

Willing to wear a mask at all times and stay at home if you are not feeling well. Age 16 or older and go through a background check. Able to lift 20-35 pounds and able to stand/walk for periods of time, bending/stooping/lifting is also involved. Be comfortable working in an indoor/outdoor environment.

MSC’s food bank needs approximately 16-20 volunteers a day to effectively serve the community. Volunteers are needed Monday through Friday. Volunteer shifts are from 9am-12pm or 12pm-3pm. MSC’s food bank is following CDC and public health guidelines during the pandemic.

To volunteer, please complete an application online at https://mschelps.org/getinvolved/volunteer/application/.

Organization: Multi-Service Center

MSC's Food Bank distributes food to individuals and families living in the Federal Way School District. 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.

As a volunteer at the MSC Food Bank, we ask that you meet the following requirements:

Willing to wear a mask at all times and stay at home if you are not feeling well. Age 16 or older and go through a background check. Able to lift 20-35 pounds and able to stand/walk for periods of time, bending/stooping/lifting is also involved. Be comfortable working in an indoor/outdoor environment.

MSC’s food bank needs approximately 16-20 volunteers a day to effectively serve the community. Volunteers are needed Monday through Friday. Volunteer shifts are from 9am-12pm or 12pm-3pm. MSC’s food bank is following CDC and public health guidelines during the pandemic.

To volunteer, please complete an application online at https://mschelps.org/getinvolved/volunteer/application/.

Organization: Multi-Service Center

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98003

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Make Sure Everyone Has Access to Food By Volunteering at the Sno-Valley Market (Food Bank)

Hopelink's food markets will be opening back up to the public and we need your help to make sure everyone in our community has access to food!  

Volunteer are asked to commit to at least 3 months of volunteering and volunteers must be at least 16 years old.  Opportunities mostly between 8:30 AM-5:00 PM on Mondays-Fridays with some evening opportunities starting at 4:30 PM.

Volunteer opportunities are available at our Sno-Valley Market in the following positions:

Grocery Rescue Sorting: Help sort donations from the grocery store and make sure they are ready to go out on the shelves.  Must be able to lift at least 20 pounds. Market Check-In: Greet shoppers and check them in using our appointment app.  Volunteers must be comfortable using technology and working independently. Customer Service: Provide a supportive experience for our shoppers.  Volunteers must be able to lift at least 20 pounds. Donation Receiver:  Greet and thank donors for their food donations.  You'll help unload donations from cars, write receipts, and move items to their appropriate location.  Volunteers must be able to lift at least 50 pounds. Restocker:  Make sure the market shelves stay stocked during distribution.  Volunteers must be able to lift at least 50 pounds. 

Organization: Hopelink

Hopelink's food markets will be opening back up to the public and we need your help to make sure everyone in our community has access to food!  

Volunteer are asked to commit to at least 3 months of volunteering and volunteers must be at least 16 years old.  Opportunities mostly between 8:30 AM-5:00 PM on Mondays-Fridays with some evening opportunities starting at 4:30 PM.

Volunteer opportunities are available at our Sno-Valley Market in the following positions:

Grocery Rescue Sorting: Help sort donations from the grocery store and make sure they are ready to go out on the shelves.  Must be able to lift at least 20 pounds. Market Check-In: Greet shoppers and check them in using our appointment app.  Volunteers must be comfortable using technology and working independently. Customer Service: Provide a supportive experience for our shoppers.  Volunteers must be able to lift at least 20 pounds. Donation Receiver:  Greet and thank donors for their food donations.  You'll help unload donations from cars, write receipts, and move items to their appropriate location.  Volunteers must be able to lift at least 50 pounds. Restocker:  Make sure the market shelves stay stocked during distribution.  Volunteers must be able to lift at least 50 pounds. 

Organization: Hopelink

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98014

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Make Sure Everyone Has Access to Food By Volunteering at the Shoreline Market (Food Bank)

Hopelink's food markets will be opening back up to the public and we need your help to make sure everyone in our community has access to food!  

Volunteer are asked to commit to at least 3 months of volunteering and volunteers must be at least 16 years old.  Opportunities mostly between 8:30 AM-5:00 PM on Mondays-Fridays with some evening opportunities starting at 4:30 PM.

Volunteer opportunities are available at our Shoreline Market in the following positions:

Grocery Rescue Sorting: Help sort donations from the grocery store and make sure they are ready to go out on the shelves.  Must be able to lift at least 20 pounds. Market Check-In: Greet shoppers and check them in using our appointment app.  Volunteers must be comfortable using technology and working independently. Customer Service: Provide a supportive experience for our shoppers.  Volunteers must be able to lift at least 20 pounds. Donation Receiver:  Greet and thank donors for their food donations.  You'll help unload donations from cars, write receipts, and move items to their appropriate location.  Volunteers must be able to lift at least 50 pounds. Restocker:  Make sure the market shelves stay stocked during distribution.  Volunteers must be able to lift at least 50 pounds. 

Organization: Hopelink

Hopelink's food markets will be opening back up to the public and we need your help to make sure everyone in our community has access to food!  

Volunteer are asked to commit to at least 3 months of volunteering and volunteers must be at least 16 years old.  Opportunities mostly between 8:30 AM-5:00 PM on Mondays-Fridays with some evening opportunities starting at 4:30 PM.

Volunteer opportunities are available at our Shoreline Market in the following positions:

Grocery Rescue Sorting: Help sort donations from the grocery store and make sure they are ready to go out on the shelves.  Must be able to lift at least 20 pounds. Market Check-In: Greet shoppers and check them in using our appointment app.  Volunteers must be comfortable using technology and working independently. Customer Service: Provide a supportive experience for our shoppers.  Volunteers must be able to lift at least 20 pounds. Donation Receiver:  Greet and thank donors for their food donations.  You'll help unload donations from cars, write receipts, and move items to their appropriate location.  Volunteers must be able to lift at least 50 pounds. Restocker:  Make sure the market shelves stay stocked during distribution.  Volunteers must be able to lift at least 50 pounds. 

Organization: Hopelink

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98133

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Make Sure Everyone Has Access to Food By Volunteering at the Kirkland Market (Food Bank)

Hopelink's food markets will be opening back up to the public and we need your help to make sure everyone in our community has access to food!  

Volunteer are asked to commit to at least 3 months of volunteering and volunteers must be at least 16 years old.  Opportunities mostly between 8:30 AM-5:00 PM on Mondays-Fridays with some evening opportunities starting at 4:30 PM.

Volunteer opportunities are available at our Kirkland Market in the following positions:

Grocery Rescue Sorting: Help sort donations from the grocery store and make sure they are ready to go out on the shelves.  Must be able to lift at least 20 pounds. Market Check-In: Greet shoppers and check them in using our appointment app.  Volunteers must be comfortable using technology and working independently. Customer Service: Provide a supportive experience for our shoppers.  Volunteers must be able to lift at least 20 pounds. Donation Receiver:  Greet and thank donors for their food donations.  You'll help unload donations from cars, write receipts, and move items to their appropriate location.  Volunteers must be able to lift at least 50 pounds. Restocker:  Make sure the market shelves stay stocked during distribution.  Volunteers must be able to lift at least 50 pounds.  Prep: Make sure the market is prepped and ready to go for distribution.  Volunteers must be able to lift at least 30 pounds. Warehouse donation sorting: Sort food donations into categories and check expiration dates.  Volunteers must be able to lift at least 25 pounds. 

Organization: Hopelink

Hopelink's food markets will be opening back up to the public and we need your help to make sure everyone in our community has access to food!  

Volunteer are asked to commit to at least 3 months of volunteering and volunteers must be at least 16 years old.  Opportunities mostly between 8:30 AM-5:00 PM on Mondays-Fridays with some evening opportunities starting at 4:30 PM.

Volunteer opportunities are available at our Kirkland Market in the following positions:

Grocery Rescue Sorting: Help sort donations from the grocery store and make sure they are ready to go out on the shelves.  Must be able to lift at least 20 pounds. Market Check-In: Greet shoppers and check them in using our appointment app.  Volunteers must be comfortable using technology and working independently. Customer Service: Provide a supportive experience for our shoppers.  Volunteers must be able to lift at least 20 pounds. Donation Receiver:  Greet and thank donors for their food donations.  You'll help unload donations from cars, write receipts, and move items to their appropriate location.  Volunteers must be able to lift at least 50 pounds. Restocker:  Make sure the market shelves stay stocked during distribution.  Volunteers must be able to lift at least 50 pounds.  Prep: Make sure the market is prepped and ready to go for distribution.  Volunteers must be able to lift at least 30 pounds. Warehouse donation sorting: Sort food donations into categories and check expiration dates.  Volunteers must be able to lift at least 25 pounds. 

Organization: Hopelink

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98033

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Make Sure Everyone Has Access to Food By Volunteering at the Bellevue Market (Food Bank)

Hopelink's food markets will be opening back up to the public and we need your help to make sure everyone in our community has access to food!  

Volunteer are asked to commit to at least 3 months of volunteering and volunteers must be at least 16 years old.  Opportunities mostly between 8:30 AM-5:00 PM on Mondays-Fridays with some evening opportunities starting at 4:30 PM.

Volunteer opportunities are available at our Bellevue Market in the following positions:

Grocery Rescue Sorting: Help sort donations from the grocery store and make sure they are ready to go out on the shelves.  Must be able to lift at least 20 pounds. Market Check-In: Greet shoppers and check them in using our appointment app.  Volunteers must be comfortable using technology and working independently. Customer Service: Provide a supportive experience for our shoppers.  Volunteers must be able to lift at least 20 pounds. Donation Receiver:  Greet and thank donors for their food donations.  You'll help unload donations from cars, write receipts, and move items to their appropriate location.  Volunteers must be able to lift at least 50 pounds. Restocker:  Make sure the market shelves stay stocked during distribution.  Volunteers must be able to lift at least 50 pounds. 

Organization: Hopelink

Hopelink's food markets will be opening back up to the public and we need your help to make sure everyone in our community has access to food!  

Volunteer are asked to commit to at least 3 months of volunteering and volunteers must be at least 16 years old.  Opportunities mostly between 8:30 AM-5:00 PM on Mondays-Fridays with some evening opportunities starting at 4:30 PM.

Volunteer opportunities are available at our Bellevue Market in the following positions:

Grocery Rescue Sorting: Help sort donations from the grocery store and make sure they are ready to go out on the shelves.  Must be able to lift at least 20 pounds. Market Check-In: Greet shoppers and check them in using our appointment app.  Volunteers must be comfortable using technology and working independently. Customer Service: Provide a supportive experience for our shoppers.  Volunteers must be able to lift at least 20 pounds. Donation Receiver:  Greet and thank donors for their food donations.  You'll help unload donations from cars, write receipts, and move items to their appropriate location.  Volunteers must be able to lift at least 50 pounds. Restocker:  Make sure the market shelves stay stocked during distribution.  Volunteers must be able to lift at least 50 pounds. 

Organization: Hopelink

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98007

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Sort & Repack

Change lives and feel great - join us in our warehouse for a volunteer session at the Hunger Solution Center! Sort and repack nutritious food to feed our neighbors who are experiencing food insecurity. It is easy, fun, and you can make a huge difference in just a few hours. Individuals, families, and groups are welcome!

Schedule

Monday - Friday: 9-11am Monday - Thursday: 1:30-3:30pm Saturday: 9 - 11am and 1-3pm Tuesday - Wednesday: 6-8pm

CLICK HERE TO FIND A SESSION

Requirements

All volunteers must be age 10+.  Volunteers below age 14 must be accompanied by a chaperone. There must be at least 1 chaperone for every 5 volunteers younger than age 14. Volunteers below age 18 must bring a completed parent/guardian consent form when they arrive to volunteer. If you don't have access to a printer, we have blank forms on site. Waivers will be good through the end of the calendar year Food Lifeline requires all volunteers and employees to wear a mask while in our building. We provide surgical and cloth masks on site. Bringing a guest? Be sure that they create their own account and sign up for the same session as you - kids too! Pre-registration is required to volunteer. Projects take place in a cool warehouse. Please dress in warm layers and wear close toed shoes. Volunteers must be able to stand for the full session. Light lifting and some bending may be required. We’re counting on your help to get food out to people who really need it! Please plan to arrive early and stay for the entire volunteer session.

Organization: Food Lifeline

Change lives and feel great - join us in our warehouse for a volunteer session at the Hunger Solution Center! Sort and repack nutritious food to feed our neighbors who are experiencing food insecurity. It is easy, fun, and you can make a huge difference in just a few hours. Individuals, families, and groups are welcome!

Schedule

Monday - Friday: 9-11am Monday - Thursday: 1:30-3:30pm Saturday: 9 - 11am and 1-3pm Tuesday - Wednesday: 6-8pm

CLICK HERE TO FIND A SESSION

Requirements

All volunteers must be age 10+.  Volunteers below age 14 must be accompanied by a chaperone. There must be at least 1 chaperone for every 5 volunteers younger than age 14. Volunteers below age 18 must bring a completed parent/guardian consent form when they arrive to volunteer. If you don't have access to a printer, we have blank forms on site. Waivers will be good through the end of the calendar year Food Lifeline requires all volunteers and employees to wear a mask while in our building. We provide surgical and cloth masks on site. Bringing a guest? Be sure that they create their own account and sign up for the same session as you - kids too! Pre-registration is required to volunteer. Projects take place in a cool warehouse. Please dress in warm layers and wear close toed shoes. Volunteers must be able to stand for the full session. Light lifting and some bending may be required. We’re counting on your help to get food out to people who really need it! Please plan to arrive early and stay for the entire volunteer session.

Organization: Food Lifeline

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Organization Requirement: 1 years old

Zip Code: 98108

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Join Washington Farmland Trust's Board of Directors

Our highly functional, engaged board share a deep commitment to the mission. Individuals have expertise in conservation, impact investing, strategic planning, law, tech, project management, crop breeding, marketing, and finance. The ideal candidate to complement the makeup of the current board would bring expertise in philanthropy and resource development, proficiency at evidencing change, and an interest in preserving the landscape of the Puget Sound region for future generations. A passion for good food is a plus!

Organization: Washington Farmland Trust

Our highly functional, engaged board share a deep commitment to the mission. Individuals have expertise in conservation, impact investing, strategic planning, law, tech, project management, crop breeding, marketing, and finance. The ideal candidate to complement the makeup of the current board would bring expertise in philanthropy and resource development, proficiency at evidencing change, and an interest in preserving the landscape of the Puget Sound region for future generations. A passion for good food is a plus!

Organization: Washington Farmland Trust

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98122

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Work on a community food forest

  Join us to improve food access and build community by creating a sustainable forest garden in the heart of Beacon Hill! Help steward 3.5 acres of public land into a garden, food forest, and educational space.

Volunteers meet regularly to work in projects in

horticulture permaculture construction community outreach native plant wetland bee keeping compost making.

No experience required. You will work alongside experienced stewards. Ideas for new projects welcome!

 

COVID Update

For now, we are organizing small group work sessions focused on a variety of tasks that can be accomplished while maintaining social distancing and sanitary best practices. These sessions are strictly limited in attendance. To receive notifications about these opportunities, click the "Respond" button and we will share the sign-up link for the listserv.

Organization: Beacon Food Forest

  Join us to improve food access and build community by creating a sustainable forest garden in the heart of Beacon Hill! Help steward 3.5 acres of public land into a garden, food forest, and educational space.

Volunteers meet regularly to work in projects in

horticulture permaculture construction community outreach native plant wetland bee keeping compost making.

No experience required. You will work alongside experienced stewards. Ideas for new projects welcome!

 

COVID Update

For now, we are organizing small group work sessions focused on a variety of tasks that can be accomplished while maintaining social distancing and sanitary best practices. These sessions are strictly limited in attendance. To receive notifications about these opportunities, click the "Respond" button and we will share the sign-up link for the listserv.

Organization: Beacon Food Forest

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98108

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Volunteer at Day Center Serving People Experiencing Homelessness

God’s Li’l Acre Day Center offers laundry, showers, hygiene supplies, companionship & community, a clothing closet, storage, mailing address, food, and a community kitchen. It also offers a space to just "be" for folks who otherwise don't have one. 

We are committed to maintaining this vital resource for our community members experiencing homelessness throughout the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Volunteers at GLA help around the space in a variety of ways - distributing bus tickets, cleaning, sanitizing, organizing donations, or simply being present and listening. Successful GLA volunteers are flexible, personable, and great at taking initiative.

GLA is a trauma-informed, peaceful space for people experiencing homelessness to relax and recharge amid a chaotic environment on the street. Volunteers and staff at GLA seek to affirm the creativity, resiliency, generosity, skills, assets, and giftedness of each person. 

Our hours are Mon-Fri, 9am-4pm.
Women’s Spa Days are on Tuesdays, 1-4 pm - female-identifying guests and volunteers only for this time, please. 

 

Precautions we are taking to maintain safety of staff, guests, and volunteers include: 

- Limiting the number of guests to 15 max at any given time- Closing the space for cleaning/sanitizing between shifts- Temps and symptom checks upon entry- handwashing required upon entry- Masks required when not seated at a table to eat/drink- HEPA air filters on site - PPE provided 

Organization: Lake City Partners Ending Homelessness

God’s Li’l Acre Day Center offers laundry, showers, hygiene supplies, companionship & community, a clothing closet, storage, mailing address, food, and a community kitchen. It also offers a space to just "be" for folks who otherwise don't have one. 

We are committed to maintaining this vital resource for our community members experiencing homelessness throughout the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Volunteers at GLA help around the space in a variety of ways - distributing bus tickets, cleaning, sanitizing, organizing donations, or simply being present and listening. Successful GLA volunteers are flexible, personable, and great at taking initiative.

GLA is a trauma-informed, peaceful space for people experiencing homelessness to relax and recharge amid a chaotic environment on the street. Volunteers and staff at GLA seek to affirm the creativity, resiliency, generosity, skills, assets, and giftedness of each person. 

Our hours are Mon-Fri, 9am-4pm.
Women’s Spa Days are on Tuesdays, 1-4 pm - female-identifying guests and volunteers only for this time, please. 

 

Precautions we are taking to maintain safety of staff, guests, and volunteers include: 

- Limiting the number of guests to 15 max at any given time- Closing the space for cleaning/sanitizing between shifts- Temps and symptom checks upon entry- handwashing required upon entry- Masks required when not seated at a table to eat/drink- HEPA air filters on site - PPE provided 

Organization: Lake City Partners Ending Homelessness

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98125

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Driver With Truck, SUV, or Minivan Wednesday 7 am OR Thursday 9am

Edible Hope Kitchen in Ballard seeks a volunteer driver with auto insurance to pick up donated food for our program that has been serving the homeless population for more than 30 years. We have a need for pick up in south Seattle (815 S 96th St, Seattle, WA 98108) Wednesday mornings at 7am that needs to be delivered to our building in Ballard (14 miles). Thursdays we are looking for a driver who can pick up food at the Ballard Market (1400 NW 56th St, Seattle, WA 98107) and deliver to our building in Ballard (0.6miles). 

If interested in helping please click "respond" and we will follow up with more information. 

 

 

Organization: St. Luke’s Edible Hope Kitchen

Edible Hope Kitchen in Ballard seeks a volunteer driver with auto insurance to pick up donated food for our program that has been serving the homeless population for more than 30 years. We have a need for pick up in south Seattle (815 S 96th St, Seattle, WA 98108) Wednesday mornings at 7am that needs to be delivered to our building in Ballard (14 miles). Thursdays we are looking for a driver who can pick up food at the Ballard Market (1400 NW 56th St, Seattle, WA 98107) and deliver to our building in Ballard (0.6miles). 

If interested in helping please click "respond" and we will follow up with more information. 

 

 

Organization: St. Luke’s Edible Hope Kitchen

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98107

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Kitchen Help And/Or Server

Edible Hope Kitchen in Ballard has been serving brunch to the homeless population every Monday-Friday for more than 30 years. We seek volunteers to work in the kitchen preparing food, washing dishes, or cooking. Our food is served "buffet style" where volunteers put food onto plates and serve guests at their table. This also includes serving drinks. Available shifts are Monday-Friday anytime between 8am-1pm with food serving being done from 9am-12pm. No experience is required.

To sign up, please click "respond" and we will follow up with more information.  

 

 

 

 

 

Organization: St. Luke’s Edible Hope Kitchen

Edible Hope Kitchen in Ballard has been serving brunch to the homeless population every Monday-Friday for more than 30 years. We seek volunteers to work in the kitchen preparing food, washing dishes, or cooking. Our food is served "buffet style" where volunteers put food onto plates and serve guests at their table. This also includes serving drinks. Available shifts are Monday-Friday anytime between 8am-1pm with food serving being done from 9am-12pm. No experience is required.

To sign up, please click "respond" and we will follow up with more information.  

 

 

 

 

 

Organization: St. Luke’s Edible Hope Kitchen

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98107

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Help ensure AAPI community members can access food during the ongoing pandemic!

The ACRS Food Bank is operating through a delivery model during the pandemic and working with community partners to get food to those experiencing hunger. Packages of food are being prepped at either ACRS' main facility or our Chinatown Food Bank and loaded into delivery trucks to be distributed across the city.

Tasks include:

Prepping grocery bags for delivery Assembling and packaging food Loading and unloading food into delivery vehicles Supporting with the organization and light cleaning within the facility

Number of Positions: 2-6
Position Hours: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 9am – 1pm

Requirements:

Must be comfortable lifting packages of up to 25 – 50lbs or using a dolly Must be under age 65 (*Please consider the CDC recommendations for at-risk populations) Must currently be free of any symptoms (*Must be currently free of any flu or cold symptoms for at least 72 hours before working)

Precautions at site:

Opportunity for social distancing (will not be needing to physically work with another person) (*Social distancing of 6 feet of work areas) Gloves provided Facemask provided Area is sanitized No in-person physical contact required Temperature checks at the door Increased ventilation

Organization: Asian Counseling and Referral Service

The ACRS Food Bank is operating through a delivery model during the pandemic and working with community partners to get food to those experiencing hunger. Packages of food are being prepped at either ACRS' main facility or our Chinatown Food Bank and loaded into delivery trucks to be distributed across the city.

Tasks include:

Prepping grocery bags for delivery Assembling and packaging food Loading and unloading food into delivery vehicles Supporting with the organization and light cleaning within the facility

Number of Positions: 2-6
Position Hours: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 9am – 1pm

Requirements:

Must be comfortable lifting packages of up to 25 – 50lbs or using a dolly Must be under age 65 (*Please consider the CDC recommendations for at-risk populations) Must currently be free of any symptoms (*Must be currently free of any flu or cold symptoms for at least 72 hours before working)

Precautions at site:

Opportunity for social distancing (will not be needing to physically work with another person) (*Social distancing of 6 feet of work areas) Gloves provided Facemask provided Area is sanitized No in-person physical contact required Temperature checks at the door Increased ventilation

Organization: Asian Counseling and Referral Service

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98144

Allow Groups: No