Needs From: Skagit Volunteer Center

In celebration of National Voter Registration Day, Common Power, the League of Women Voters, and Evergreen Goodwill of Northwest Washington are teaming up this fall to register voters — and we need your help!

We are looking for volunteers to support students during our Reading & Homework Hour. Volunteers will spend about 30 minutes reading with a small group of students, followed by 20 minutes assisting them with their homework and academics. Opportunities are available Mon-Fri to work with both our K-2nd-grade and 3rd-5th-grade classes.

We are seeking volunteers to assist during our Enrichment Hour on Wednesdays from 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm. Volunteers will help support hands-on activities, creating fun and engaging learning experiences. Opportunities are available in both our K-2nd-grade and 3rd-5th-grade classes.

We are looking for volunteers to support students during our Reading & Homework Hour. Volunteers will spend about 30 minutes reading with a small group of students, followed by 20 minutes assisting them with their homework and academics. Opportunities are available Monday-Friday to work with our K-1st grade, 2nd grade, 3rd grade, 4th grade, and/or 5th grade classes.

We are seeking volunteers to assist during our Enrichment Hour on Wednesdays from 3:00pm - 4:30pm. Volunteers will help support hands-on activities with students, creating fun and engaging learning experiences. Opportunities are available on Wednesdays in our K-1st grade, 2nd grade, 3rd grade, 4th grade, and 5th grade classes.

We are looking for volunteers to help prepare snacks for approximately 80 students at our Bethany location. This role takes place on Wednesdays from 3:15pm - 4:15pm.

We are looking for volunteers to help safely drive students home after the program on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:45pm - 6:30pm.

We are looking for volunteers to support students during our Reading & Homework Hour. Volunteers will spend about 30 minutes reading with a small group of students, followed by 20 minutes assisting them with their homework and academics. Opportunities are available Monday-Friday to work with both our K-2nd-grade and 3rd-5th-grade classes.

We are seeking volunteers to assist during our Enrichment Hour, Monday - Friday, from 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm. Volunteers will help support hands-on activities with students, creating fun and engaging learning experiences. Opportunities are available in both our K-2nd-grade and 3rd-5th-grade classes.

We are looking for volunteers to support students during our Reading & Homework Hour. Volunteers will spend about 30 minutes reading with a small group of students, followed by 20 minutes assisting them with their homework and academics. Opportunities are available Monday-Friday to work with both our K-2nd-grade and 3rd-5th-grade classes.

We are looking for volunteers to help safely drive students home after the program, Monday-Friday the day of your choosing from 5:45pm - 6:30pm

We are looking for volunteers to help prepare snacks for approximately 30 students at our Sedro Woolley location. We need volunteers Monday-Wednesday 3:15pm - 4:15pm. 

The Children of the Valley Bike Club is looking for support in building bikes and routine maintenance on our fleet! Since the bikes the students earn do not arrive assembled, we are looking for support in unboxing and building them up. We are also looking for bike mechanics who are interested in helping teach the lesson where students unbox and build bikes during club time. This is a perfect opportunity for any person looking for wrenching experience to land that job in the bike industry or for former bike mechanics looking to give back to the community and help get more kids on bikes.

As a ride assistant, you will join the bike club for the most fun part of the day: riding! We are looking for adults who feel confident riding on the roads and trails of Skagit County to join our rides to help teach our students the ways of the roads. In this role, you will help students solve minor issues, like adjusting their seat height, serve as an extra set of eyes while riding to spot safety issues, such as loose shoelaces, and have a blast while spreading the joy of bike riding.

Our students are scholars! The first 45 minutes of the bike club are dedicated to helping students complete their homework or to helping them improve their academic skills. As a tutor, you would work with a student to increase their confidence in academics and give them that extra support they need to be successful in the classroom. No bike skills necessary!

Enjoy the art exhibitions and behind-the-scenes experiences! Docents are a highly committed group of volunteers who are an essential part of MoNA.  They help foster appreciation and understanding of exhibitions and provide a friendly welcome for visitors.  They receive first-hand information and training from artists and professional staff about the exhibitions and how to present to the public. In addition, docents are invited to special social and educational activities including excursions to other museums, private collections and artists' studios. Involvement as a docent is an enriching, educational experience. A member of the Museum of Northwest Art Docent Association will be happy to answer any questions you may have about volunteering as a Docent. You can find more information about this and other volunteer opportunities here: https://www.monamuseum.org/volunteer-opportunities

Distribution set-up starts two hours before distribution; these volunteers help stock the fridge, freezer, and shelves with food. This role includes standing, walking, and lifting 20-50 lbs.

Distribution check-in starts at least 15 minutes before distribution; these volunteers are given the necessary tools and training required to complete the role before starting. Helping Hands appreciates check-in volunteers who are able to stay the entire distribution and can commit to the role weekly, however we can be flexible and appreciate any help volunteers are willing to provide! This role can be seated or standing, really up to the volunteer. 

Distribution support starts at least 15 minutes before distribution; these volunteers regulate check-in lines, available carts for participants, and re-stocking empty shelves. Help participants carry food to their vehicles when needed, and answer questions when asked. This role can be seated or standing.

Time Commitment:

Volunteers are welcome to volunteer for as long as they’d like between the hours listed above. 

Requirements:

If you are interested in this volunteer opportunity, please fill out a volunteer application: helpinghandsskagit.org/volunteer/

CHOW - Cutting Hunger on the Weekends, is our program that provides meals for kids across the Skagit Valley. The CHOW station will be set up for volunteers by warehouse staff. Volunteers will break down larger packages into smaller serving sizes, gloves are required.

Each CHOW bag is packed with… 

All of these are packed into a plastic bag, sealed with a knot, and put into a large storage box. 

Time Commitment:

Requirements:

If you are interested in this volunteer opportunity, please fill out an application on our website: helpinghandsskagit.org/volunteer/

Grocery rescue volunteers accompany a member of Helping Hands Staff to nearby grocery stores to pick up donations. Once the route is completed, the donated food is brought back to Helping Hands Sedro-Woolley facility. 

This job requires the ability to lift up to 50lbs and get in and out of a box truck repeatedly. If you would like to be a Helping Hands driver, our HR department will need a copy of your driver's license and insurance. 

Helping Hands accepts all donations without judgment. This may include inedible food or random items. All products will be sorted on-site at the Sedro-Woolley location. 

If you are interested in this volunteer opportunity, please fill out an application: helpinghandsskagit.org/volunteer/

After checking in with the Food Procurement and Inventory Manager and putting on gloves, the volunteer will stand or sit and sort produce/other food items determining if the food is edible or inedible. If the produce is inedible, it is put in a bucket and taken to local pig farmers. If the produce is edible, it is sorted into crates. Once the crates are filled, they are stacked on a pallet or taken directly to the grocery store.

This volunteer opportunity is great for all abilities. Most volunteers chat and get to know each other while sorting produce while some put on headphones and listen to music.

Time Commitment:

Volunteers are welcome to volunteer for as long as they’d like between the hours listed above. 

Requirements:

If you are interested in this opportunity, please fill out an application on our website: helpinghandsskagit.org/volunteer/

Drivers will pick up their deliveries at the Helping Hands warehouse in Sedro-Woolley. Drivers will sign in, then find their pallet, which will be laid out by the loading dock on the right side of the building as you drive in the parking lot. Each pallet will have a sheet which will show the name of the route and list the name, number, address, and the number of bags allotted to each participant on that route.  If a driver can’t find a residence they can call the participant or the Helping Hands volunteer contact number for clarity. After finishing the route, the mobile driver will return to Helping Hands to drop off any equipment if necessary.

There are mobile delivery routes available Tuesday - Saturday. Drivers should ideally arrive between 7:30am-8:30am, but we are happy to accommodate driver schedules as needed. There are mobile delivery routes in Sedro-Woolley, Anacortes, Hamilton, Burlington, Mount Vernon, Marblemount, Concrete, and one route known as “the Outskirts.” The average route is about two hours, but The Outskirts will take longer.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please fill out a volunteer application on our website: helpinghandsskagit.org/volunteer/

Position Description:

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

Primary Responsibilities:

Reports To: Center Manager or Volunteer Supervisor

Essential Qualifications and Competencies:

Candidate must maintain the highest level of confidentiality when handling critical documents and informationComfortable with basic computer functionsBasic knowledge and application of Microsoft Word and ExcelExcellent organizational skillsGood written and verbal communication skillsA demonstrated ability to work independently and as a member of a team

Essential Physical Abilities: Able to safely lift/push/pull up to 10 lbs., grasp, handle, finger and manipulate items; perform repetitive fine motor functions with fingers, wrists and arms. Able to traverse a wide variety of physical environments without assistance including uneven surfaces and stairs. Able to communicate with others effectively, verbally and in writing; including those who have limited English skills, large groups and small groups and individuals. Able to use standard office equipment without assistance.

 Working Environment/Conditions: Office environment; moderate noise level.

Time Commitment: Flexible business hours; 4-12 hours per week preferred.

Position Summary: Accurately shelves library materials according to alphabetical order or Dewey Decimal number. Shelf reads or organizes materials on the shelf. Dusts shelves and straightens library materials as needed.

Essential Functions:

·         Shelve library materials in assigned sections

·         Shelf reading of library shelves in assigned sections

·         Dusting of shelves while shelving or shelf reading

·         Straighten library materials on shelves while shelving or shelf reading

Standard Functions:

·         Dependable and punctual

·         Upholds all library policies and procedures of Mount Vernon Library Commons and the City of Mount Vernon

·         Performs other duties as assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

·         Knowledge of alphabetical and numerical systems

·         Able to learn to maintain and organize library materials

·         Able to complete repetitive tasks with complete accuracy

·         Able to work independently and dependably to complete routine tasks

·         Able to refer information-seeking questions to staff

·         Able to read, write, and understand instructions

Physical Conditions:

·         Moderate physical effort in the handling of light materials

·         Pushing or pulling library carts, up to 30+ pounds

·         Lifting, stretching, reaching, and stooping

Training and Support Provided: Library volunteer orientation and additional online learning

Length of Commitment: Minimum of 6 months

Position Summary: Maintains a clean and welcoming environment for library patrons by performing light cleaning tasks. Tidies public areas to uphold the library's standards of cleanliness and safety  

Essential Functions:

·         Vacuums carpets and sweeps floors

·         Cleans interior glass surfaces

·         Wipes down and sanitizes tables, chairs, and high-touch surfaces (e.g., computer stations, door handles)

·         Sanitizes toys, play areas, and surfaces in the Youth Services Department

·         Dusts shelves

·         Reports maintenance or supply needs to supervisor

Standard Functions:

·         Dependable and punctual

·         Upholds all library policies and procedures of Mount Vernon Library Commons and the City of Mount Vernon

·         Performs other duties as assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

·         Able to follow instructions and complete tasks with attention to detail

·         Able to work independently and dependably

·         Able to use basic cleaning supplies and equipment safely

Physical Conditions:

·         Moderate physical effort

·         Handling light materials

·         Operating vacuum cleaner and handling cleaning equipment

·         Standing, bending, reaching, pushing/pulling

Training and Support Provided: Library volunteer orientation and on-site guidance

Time Commitment: Flexible schedule, committed to 1-4 hours per week

Length of Commitment: Minimum of 6 month

Entering foster care can be incredibly scary and confusing. We provide a soft landing for children when they enter foster care at our emergency shelter in south Bellingham, The Skookum Landing. This house solves what we call “The 72 Hour Problem” by providing a place for children to stabilize and buying time for social workers. We care for kids from all over Western Washington, including Skagit, Whatcom, Snohomish, King and Island Counties. 

Volunteers at The Landing help provide kids staying with us a safe and fun environment, participating in activities like local trampoline parks, going to doctor visits, special outings to the movies, and LOTS of parks! 

Volunteers are asked to serve for a minimum of one 4-hour shift a month. We are open 24/7 and have many shifts to suit your availability. There are previous experience requirements, trainings and paperwork to complete before volunteering, so inquire about this opportunity and meet with our Volunteer Coordinator to get started and learn more!

Skookum Kids exists to mobilize communities to create a healthy foster care system and is a 501(c)3 non profit based in Bellingham, WA.

The East County Resource Center in Concrete is looking for critical needs supplies to distribute!  Please consider holding a donation drive for the following items.  This would be a great activity for civic groups, businesses, teams, church groups, adults or youth.  

Contact: volunteercenter@communityactionskagit.org or (360)416-1733 for more information.

The East County Resource Center is in need of the following items: 

Do you want to learn how a cafe and kitchen operate within a hospital? Volunteer with us and you can help provide a warm and friendly environment in the Coho Café. You will assist with basic duties in the café and dining room. The Coho Café provides nutrition for our patients, staff and guests. Help support this critical function within the hospital!

Primary Responsibilities:

We have a beautiful garden space at our hospital!

Several volunteers are needed to assist with the care and upkeep of this space. Activities include bed clearing, weeding, planting and more. Produce will be used to help nourish our caregivers and community.

For more information, please click the respond button or contact Jaimie in Volunteer Services.

Email: jkraus@peacehealth.org

Phone: 360-856-7356

Music has the power to comfort and soothe people, reducing stress, tension and anxiety. At the hospital, we’re always looking for ways to care for our staff and patients and live music can be an important part of healing. If you are a musician or Music-thanatologist, have a portable, non-electronic instrument (harp and acoustic guitar work well) and want to share your gift with our hospital community, sign up to volunteer today!

Primary Responsibilities:

We are excited to meet you! 

Our Volunteer Services Program is looking for dedicated and kind volunteers that would be willing to help a senior or disabled adult maintain their living environment in order to start or continue living a healthy life.

Volunteers can do tasks such as sweeping, vacuuming, mopping floors, dusting, window cleaning and more. You can choose from an activity list. Volunteers assist only in light housekeeping activities. 

Location and Time Commitment: Time commitment can range from one time assistance, weekly, every other week or monthly assistance. We will work with your schedule, location preferences, and with what you are comfortable in doing!

Volunteer Benefits: Increase the quality of life for a senior or adult with a disability, gain new friendships, and make the community a safer place to live.

Contact volunteercenter@communityactionskagit.org for more information.

A little about our Volunteer Services Program:

Community Action’s Senior and Disabled Volunteer Services Program is one of the largest volunteer based programs in the area that meets one of the greatest needs by providing this population of individuals with dignity and a safe, healthy home. 

Without volunteers these needs would not be met!

We are looking for community volunteers to provide direct services for elderly and disabled adults. These direct services include transportation, housekeeping, shopping, yard work, moving assistance, firewood stacking, minor home repair and more as we strive to help clients remain living independently in their own homes . 

Grass growing season is upon us!

Help make a huge difference in the lives of seniors near you, by adopting their yard! If you can help even once, it would make a massive impact in the peace of mind and health of our seniors.

Excellent opportunity for volunteer groups as well!

Location and Time Commitment: We will work with your schedule and location preferences!

Volunteer Benefits: Increase the quality of life for a senior or adult with a disability, gain new friendships,  and make the community a safer place to live.

Contact volunteercenter@communityactionskagit.org for more information.

A little about our Volunteer Services Program :

Community Action’s Senior and Disabled Volunteer Services Program is one of the largest volunteer based programs in the area that meets one of the greatest needs by providing this population of individuals with dignity and a safe, healthy home. 

Without volunteers these needs would not be met!

We are looking for community volunteers to provide direct services for elderly and disabled adults. These direct services include transportation, housekeeping, shopping, yard work, moving assistance, firewood chopping and stacking, minor home repair, meal preparation and more as we strive to help clients remain living independently in their own homes . 

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

Our DAT team is responsible for:

Further requirements:

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

*Both in person and virtual opportunities available.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Time Commitment:

Minimum 8-hours per month

Requirements:

This position offers opportunity for creativity! Community Action's family shelter, The Family Development Center, houses 10 families at a time in fully furnished apartment-like units. Because families often come to our Family Development Center from extreme situations, everything from bed linens to lamps and kitchen utensils are needed and lend a sense of belonging and comfort. This position includes stocking the units with household goods donated from our supportive community members and partners. Our goal for these units is quick turnover time so that we may serve as many families as possible.

Location and Time Commitment: Family Development Center, Mount Vernon, WA

Volunteer Benefits: Volunteers are provided adequate supplies and staff support while serving. Individuals and groups can use this opportunity to meet community service hour requirements, complete a day of service event, and/or as a regularly scheduled volunteer opportunity.

Community Need Met: At Community Action of Skagit County, we believe that everyone deserves a safe and affordable place to call home. The Family Development Center offers homeless families a supportive first step on the path to stable housing. Stocking units directly impacts families experiencing homelessness, offering a tangible connection to the community through the comforts of home, and hope for their futures.

Applicant Type: Small groups of 2-6. Groups may consist of adults 18 and over, seniors, students on summer breaks.  

Supervisor: Laura Eberhard, Family Development Center Coordinator

How to Apply:

Contact volunteercenter@communityactionskagit.org to find out more about Community Action volunteer opportunities and fill out a volunteer application.

Food delivery drivers and helpers are needed right now to help get nutritious food out to seniors in the community who need it!  Flexible work schedules:  Volunteer one morning a week, one morning a month, or anything in between.  Volunteers must:

How to Apply: Contact volunteercoordinator@communityactionskagit.org to learn more about the program.

Description: Food Delivery Drivers do more than deliver boxes of food! You connect isolated clients to their community and give them a voice to communicate their ideas and concerns, and deliver much needed food to food banks. A Food Delivery Driver can be anyone who is qualified to drive a van or box truck, can lift 30 - 50 pounds,  and genuinely wants to improve the lives of those who find it difficult to leave their home due to financial constraints or disability. Helpers are also needed to ride along and assist with the deliveries. 

Board Member Profile

We are looking for board members who can deepen the professional range and diversity of our hard-working team (https://www.glacierpeakinstitute.org/team). We are particularly interested in people experienced in:

The law and legal matters

Financial management and oversight

Nonprofit leadership

Connections to Northwest funding sources

Involvement in diverse cultures and communities, especially those served by GPI

Anything else that can help our programs 

Board meetings are currently held virtually.  Occasional in-person activities take place throughout Snohomish and King County.  

GPI Board Members:

Help shape the future of GPI by contributing to strategic direction and decision-making

Fulfill their individual fundraising commitments and make a meaningful personal donation.

Support GPI Vision/Values/Mission and priorities (see the 2021 5-year Strategic Plan)

Attend key outreach, donor cultivation, and fundraising events

Participate in board trainings & annual retreat.  

Become a member of at least one GPI committee (Fundraising, Facilities, etc).

Work to fulfill the four duties of a board member:

Board Member Profile

We are looking for board members who can deepen the professional range and diversity of our hard-working team (https://www.glacierpeakinstitute.org/team). We are particularly interested in people experienced in:

The law and legal matters

Financial management and oversight

Nonprofit leadership

Connections to Northwest funding sources

Involvement in diverse cultures and communities, especially those served by GPI

Anything else that can help our programs 

Board meetings are currently held virtually.  Occasional in-person activities take place throughout Snohomish and King County.  

GPI Board Members:

Help shape the future of GPI by contributing to strategic direction and decision-making

Fulfill their individual fundraising commitments and make a meaningful personal donation.

Support GPI Vision/Values/Mission and priorities (see the 2021 5-year Strategic Plan)

Attend key outreach, donor cultivation, and fundraising events

Participate in board trainings & annual retreat.  

Become a member of at least one GPI committee (Fundraising, Facilities, etc).

Work to fulfill the four duties of a board member:

Board Member Profile

We are looking for board members who can deepen the professional range and diversity of our hard-working team (https://www.glacierpeakinstitute.org/team). We are particularly interested in people experienced in:

The law and legal matters

Financial management and oversight

Nonprofit leadership

Connections to Northwest funding sources

Involvement in diverse cultures and communities, especially those served by GPI

Anything else that can help our programs 

Board meetings are currently held virtually.  Occasional in-person activities take place throughout Snohomish and King County.  

GPI Board Members:

Help shape the future of GPI by contributing to strategic direction and decision-making

Fulfill their individual fundraising commitments and make a meaningful personal donation.

Support GPI Vision/Values/Mission and priorities (see the 2021 5-year Strategic Plan)

Attend key outreach, donor cultivation, and fundraising events

Participate in board trainings & annual retreat.  

Become a member of at least one GPI committee (Fundraising, Facilities, etc).

Work to fulfill the four duties of a board member:

The Reverie Harp is a music therapy instrument designed to be played by everyone regardless of age or musical skill! This lightweight, portable harp produces soothing music and healing vibrations. Volunteers will play the harp or help facilitate its use with patients.

In this role, you will work with our chaplain department to learn the instrument, it is simply strumming the strings to create relaxing sounds.  Our chaplain will also help in finding patients who may enjoy playing or listening to the harp.

We are currently looking for a volunteer who has availability on Friday afternoons. If you are open to learning new skills and have a desire to bring comfort to others, please reach out.

Jaimie Kraus

Volunteer Services

PeaceHealth United General Medical Center

jkraus@peacehealth.org

360-856-7365

Join us at the Habitat Store this summer and make a meaningful difference! We’re looking for volunteers to assist with taking in customer donations and enhance their presentation for our showroom floor. By becoming a Store Donations Helper, you’ll have a chance to: 

Plus, you’ll feel proud of volunteering and DOING something about affordable housing in your community, because the proceeds from selling Store donations go directly towards building safe, affordable homes for Homebuyers in Skagit Valley! 

Store Donations Helpers assist staff with the following tasks: 

For these tasks, you'll need to be able to: 

Volunteer Hours: 

Do you want to make a difference by helping Affordable Housing projects happen in our community? Looking to build job experience, resume and recommendation support, or learn new skills? Or, maybe you want an excuse to get out, have some fun, meet new people in a low-key setting, or volunteer with a friend? Whatever your reason, we hope volunteering with our Store team is a rewarding experience!

The Habitat Store is Skagit Habitat for Humanity's biggest fundraiser for building Affordable Homes. The Store sells donated items, and the proceeds from every sale go towards our building projects, which help families find strength, stability, self-reliance, and shelter. There are several projects and positions in the store, including:

The Store is open Tuesday-Saturday, 10-6.

Help keep Skagit Habitat for Humanity building by volunteering in the store!

Please visit www.skagithabitat.com/volunteer to fill out a Volunteer Inquiry, and we will contact you.

Every major appliance donated to the Habitat for Humanity Store needs a special someone to plug it in and ensure its proper operation. Is that you? 

If you would feel a sense of accomplishment by giving a washer, stove, or refrigerator a second chance by ensuring "it works", then we would love for you to join our volunteer team! Help turn pre-loved appliances into funds so that Skagit Habitat for Humanity builds strength, stability, self-reliance, and shelter in our community.  A working knowledge of gas, electrical, and plumbing is a definite plus! 

Submit a volunteer inquiry at skagithabitat.com/volunteer,  or call 360-428-9402 for more information.

Community Need Met: Program will equip participants with the skills to budget, save, and make informed financial decisions while fostering financial stability and education.

Applicant Type: A successful candidate should provide support to participants through provided materials and training, maintain excellent communication skills with participants and supervisor, show empathy and understanding along with adaptability to meet the needs of participants. Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred but not required.

Position Description: The Financial Literacy Program Mentor will work with low to moderate income participants in supporting their journey through a 12-month all-encompassing financial literacy program. FLARE (Financial Literacy and Renter’s Education) program will run 2 hours per week, for 8 weeks via zoom for participants. For the remaining 10 months of program, mentor will meet with participant monthly to work towards 4 or more ongoing goals related to improving financial stability. Mentor will be provided with coaching support by Taylor and other Education Department staff members along with outside training materials.

Volunteer Benefits: Volunteers develop and practice coaching skills which are easily transferable to their personal lives. They will also gain knowledge on financial and other educational resources in the community while supporting participants in achieving overall financial stability.

Position Responsibilities:

Location and Time Commitment:

·         Attend initial FLARE program overview and training, Nov./Dec. with time and location to be determined.

·         Attend FLARE program orientation (in-person), Nov./Dec. with time and location to be determined.

·         Encouraged to participate in FLARE program (2 hours/week for 8 weeks, 16 hours in total).

·         Commit to support of program participant(s) through navigating financial stability for 12 months.

·         Commit to maintaining ongoing contact (via phone, email, in-person) with participant monthly, for 12 months.  

Looking to deepen your impact in our community through consistent mentorship of young people?  Become a Club Mentor today!  A Club Mentor is someone who shows regular, committed engagement over a period of time, such as the school year or Summer Camp.

We are looking for Club Mentors to volunteer at any of our sites in Anacortes, Burlington, Concrete, Mount Vernon, and Sedro Woolley.

Visit our Club Mentor page on our website.

Interested in learning more about becoming a Club Mentor?  Contact Vice President of Community Engagement Dena Kindred at dena.kindred@skagitclubs.org or 360-419-5236.

Volunteer Guardians ad Litem are community volunteers with extraordinary hearts who are appointed by judges to advocate in court for abused and/or neglected children. VGALs spend an average of ten hours a month working on a case, though typically they spend more time at the beginning of a case than they do towards the end. Cases generally last at least a year, and we ask that each volunteer commits to remaining a volunteer as long as their case is open.  Children face a constant rotation of judges, social workers, and foster homes, but all the while their VGAL remains a stable and constant adult in their lives.

The Children's Museum of Skagit County holds several large, public events throughout the year - from Winter Wonderland to Full STEAM Ahead - which require a large number of volunteers to help oversee and/or manage interactive activities. These positions are scheduled in short shifts, with multiple shift options available. Positions generally require time outside, and on your feet.

The Children's Museum of Skagit County is an interactive educational museum for children and adults of all ages. We provide learning opportunites intertwined with activities and exhibits to excel early childhood development. Volunteers may be asked to assist with field trips, birthday parties, camps, classes, exhibit refresh/cleaning/upkeep, or general museum duties. We accept volunteers from the ages of 12 and up and require volunteer applications to be submitted for consideration.

The Gift Nook is in the main lobby of United General Medical Center in Sedro Woolley. It is volunteer run and carries a wide variety of items to help brighten the day of patients and visitors. The Gift Nook is open weekdays from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm. All proceeds benefit the United General Auxiliary in their mission to support the hospital.

We are looking someone who can assist with cleaning displays, stocking shelves, and changing seasonal inventory. This is a great opportunity for students needing volunteer hours or looking to gain work experience. There is some flexibility in scheduling, and we can work with your availability.   

Primary Responsibilities:

 Qualifications:

 Competencies:

Many people come across a time when they need an extra hand to move furniture around the house, assistance with packing and moving to a new place, or hauling things to storage or the dump. Seniors in our community have those needs too. 

Join our MOVEment and be their helping hand!

Volunteers may assist with rearranging furniture to make a home more accessible; help get rid of items through a trip to the thrift store or a dump run; aid in packing, loading, and moving belongings to a new place of residence; and more. YOU choose what you are willing and comfortable doing.

This is a great opportunity for volunteer groups as well!

Location and Time Commitment: This volunteer opportunity is very flexible. We will work with your schedule and location preferences!

Volunteer Benefits: Increase the quality of life for a senior or adult with a disability, gain new friendships, and make the community a safer place to live.

Contact volunteercenter@communityactionskagit.org for more information.

A little about our Volunteer Services Program :

Community Action’s Volunteer Services Program is one of the largest volunteer based programs in the area that meets one of the greatest needs by providing this population of individuals with dignity and a safe, healthy home.

Without volunteers these needs would not be met!

We are looking for community volunteers to provide direct services for elderly and disabled adults. These direct services include transportation, housekeeping, shopping, yard work, moving assistance, firewood chopping and stacking, minor home repair, meal preparation and more as we strive to help clients remain living independently in their own homes.

One of the biggest issues our seniors and disabled adults in Skagit County face is transportation. 

You can be the solution!

Help seniors in Skagit County with transportation to doctors appointments or other necessary errands like shopping runs, getting to the senior center, and more. 

Mileage reimbursement is available!  

Volunteers must have a clean driving record, current license and insurance, and have no criminal record.

Location and Time Commitment: This volunteer opportunity is very flexible. We will work with your schedule and location preferences!

Volunteer Benefits: Increase the quality of life for a senior or adult with a disability, gain new friendships, make the community a safer place to live, and gain new skills you can put on a resume. 

Contact volunteercenter@communityactionskagit.org for more information.

A little about our Volunteer Services Program :

Community Action’s Senior and Disabled Volunteer Services Program is one of the largest volunteer based programs in the area that meets one of the greatest needs by providing this population of individuals with dignity and a safe, healthy home. 

Without volunteers these needs would not be met!

We are looking for community volunteers to provide direct services for elderly and disabled adults. These direct services include transportation, and also housekeeping, shopping, yard work, moving assistance, firewood chopping and stacking, minor home repair, meal preparation and more as we strive to help clients remain living independently in their own homes. 

We encourage each volunteer to commit to at least one 3 hr. shift per week, although we remain flexible to accommodate individual schedules.

Volunteers needed to assist in cleaning up units that youth have recently moved out of. Volunteers will be provided all cleaning supplies as well as a checklist to follow.

Shifts will take place Tuesdays and Thursdays 10:00 am-1:00 pm and volunteers are encouraged to bring what ever they will need to get them through the shift (snacks or lunch, water, etc.)

Volunteer coordinator will reach out and provide more information (location of units) upon application. The address listed below is the location of our Mount Vernon office, not the actual location of the units.

If you have questions, please email Hopper@NWYS.org

Dove Pantry Assistant

The Dove Pantry provides food and personal care items for caregivers in need. We are looking for an assistant to help with this important program. In this role you would come in for 2-4 hours a month and work closely with our Community Health Specialist. 

Responsibilities may include:

For more information, please click the respond button or contact Jaimie in Volunteer Services.

Email: jkraus@peacehealth.org

Phone: 360-856-7356

Volunteers will help provide a warm and friendly environment and assist caregivers with any needed tasks.

Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

Competencies:

Be the face that greets our patients, visitors, and caregivers as they come to the hospital and help provide a warm and friendly environment! Patient Greeters sit at the front desk and assist with questions, directions, and escorting patients to their appointments.

Primary Responsibilities:

Experienced in customer service? Good with accounting? Enjoy chatting with customers and caregivers? Come volunteer and make a difference in our gift shop! Our little store is full of wonderful gifts, cards, candy and more. The United General Gift Nook proceeds benefit the United General Auxiliary in their mission to support the hospital.

Primary Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

Competencies:

We are looking for volunteers to assist with our Power Hour (Homework Help) program at all of our Club locations. Volunteers would help Club members with their homework in various school subjects, along with keeping them on task. Volunteers are needed afternoons on Mondays-Thursdays (volunteers can select what day(s) work best for their schedules and how often they visit)

Club locations include:

We are looking for someone who can coordinate our volunteers. This would include contacting, scheduling, and managing our volunteers who come in to help sort our donation closets, help input in-kind donation entries, and help open and close facilities when volunteers are on premise for projects (when other staff cannot be there)

Team Project Idea: Shelter Supply Donation Drive

Engage in a meaningful group activity by holding a donation drive for families in crisis. The Family Development Center is a 10-unit apartment style shelter overseen by Community Action of Skagit County. The shelter is designed to house homeless families on their path to stability and prosperity by keeping family members together in one unit. The Family Development Center is constantly in need of specific items that aren’t commonly donated, such as the following:

Volunteer Type: Civic group, business, team, church group, adult, youth or child.

Where to Donate: Contact volunteercenter@communityactionskagit.org to find out pressing shelter donation needs, plan a donation and arrange for a drop off time.

Timeline: Supplies are needed on an ongoing basis, any time of year.  Check with coordinator as to what is needed, as storage is limited.

Community Need Met: The Family Development Center meets homeless families’ immediate need for shelter and safety. Your contribution to this program allows for Skagit county community members to feel at home and know that they are valued on their path to stability and prosperity.

Project Ideas: Make it fun!

Build your team by doing a diaper drive for young families on the WIC program! Collect items for a month or more.

Timeline: Drives can take place any time of the year. WIC really needs about 1 diaper drive every three months, but, especially near year end.

Where to Donate: Contact Community Action of Skagit County’s Woman, Infants and Children (WIC) and Maternity Services programs, which can take in donations and distribute the diapers to families at the agency and beyond: (360) 416-7595.

Volunteer Type: Civic group, business, team, church group, adult, youth or child.

Community Need Met: Diapers are a major need for many of our families. When costs like rent, food, heating and transportation add up, there is often little left over each month for all the other expenses related to babies and young children. Community Action’s WIC program has approximately 1,350 clients under the age of 3, and almost all of them do not have enough diapers. For most families, cloth diapers are simply not an option, and diapers can be expensive. Disposable diapers really are the only choice for most WIC families. We need ALL sizes from 1-5.

Please note that WIC also needs 1 gallon size Ziploc bags for distributing the diapers.

Contact: WIC Program, (360) 416-7595.

 Project Ideas: Make it fun!

THANK YOU SOO MUCH IN ADVANCE FOR CONSIDERING HELPING OUR WIC FAMILIES

CCS along with Sacred Heart Parish have an Emergency Clothing Closet at the CCS Farmworker Center in Mt Vernon, looking for volunteers to help organize incoming donations, work when the closet is open to the public and help organize other volunteers. 

Need volunteers on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.

Please apply on Indeed: https://www.indeed.com/q-Eden-Hospice-Care-jobs.html?vjk=d9d98e48c6195ea6. 

Becoming an Eden Health Hospice Volunteer is the opportunity to give back. To lend a hand and a listening ear at a time of great need. An opportunity to make a lasting impact. Spending time reflecting on our own values and perspectives helps us to understand, appreciate , and celebrate the wisdom that often comes with life experience. Whether it’s through sharing life lessons, a funny story, or skill, we all have something to offer those around us.

Eden Health Events Volunteers assist at various intervals around the year in areas of indirect care. Volunteers shall support and reinforce the philosophy of the Eden Hospice Program. The Volunteer provides a wide variety of supportive services that assist the patient in improving their quality of life.

Essential Functions

Potential Volunteer Tasks

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

INQUIRE TODAY TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE.

Eden Hospice is an equal opportunity employer.

Please apply on Indeed: https://www.indeed.com/q-Eden-Hospice-Care-jobs.html?vjk=d9d98e48c6195ea6. 

Becoming an Eden Health Hospice Volunteer is the opportunity to give back. To lend a hand and a listening ear at a time of great need. An opportunity to make a lasting impact. Spending time reflecting on our own values and perspectives helps us to understand, appreciate , and celebrate the wisdom that often comes with life experience. Whether it’s through sharing life lessons, a funny story, or skill, we all have something to offer those around us.

Eden Health Administrative Volunteers assist at our Bellingham office in areas of indirect care. Volunteers shall support and reinforce the philosophy of the Eden Hospice Program. The Volunteer provides a wide variety of supportive services that assist the patient in improving their quality of life.

Essential Functions

Potential Volunteer Tasks

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

INQUIRE TODAY TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE.

Eden Hospice is an equal opportunity employer.

Team Project Idea: Food and Toiletry Drive for the Skagit Food Distribution Center

Engage in a meaningful group activity by holding a donation drive for Skagit County families. The Skagit Food Distribution Center serves 14 Skagit County food banks and is in need of the following items:

Where to Donate: Skagit Food Distribution Center, 220 Michael Street in Sedro Woolley, weekdays between 10:00 and 2:00

Volunteer Type: Civic group, business, team, church group, adult or youth

Timeline: Ongoing  

Community Need Met: At Community Action of Skagit County we believe everyone should have access to enough healthy, nutritious food to thrive at school, work and home. Your contribution to this program will help end hunger by providing a local source of nutritious food for the hungry in Skagit County, where one in four children and one in seven adults don't know where their next meal is coming from.

Contact: volunteercenter@communityactionskagit.org or (360) 588-5753.

Project Ideas: Make it fun!

Welcome Home Skagit manages this program for those in our community that are living in their vehicles and is in need of volunteers to be on-site overnight hosts in the OSP designated camper. Responsibilities include unlocking a portable toilet, making coffee and pouring into server, checking-in guests as they arrive (6:30-8:00 pm), and staying on-site overnight until check-out the following morning (7:30 am). Clean up site and put coffee server away. Lock portable toilet and camper. Position requires stooping, bending, climbing in an out of camper using an attached small ladder. A background check is required for this position. Time commitment: minimum of one night/month (year round). Location: OSP rotates every two weeks among parking lots of five Mount Vernon churches.

Contact: 360-202-2596   whsdayshelter@gmail.com

The Concrete Community Center Thrift Shop is in need of volunteers!  People are needed to help sort donated merchandise, stock, and display merchandise.  The retail associate works directly with customers to meet or exceed customer service expectations.  They help volunteers maintain a safe and clean store including, but not limited to, sweeping, cleaning, and dusting.  They assist customers in finding what they are looking for, and sort and display merchandise.  Contact volunteercenter@communityactionskagit.org for more info. 

Position Title: Dishwasher

Community Need Met: The mission of Friendship House is to reflect the heart of God by feeding, sheltering, clothing, and healing… to empower those in need. A Dishwasher supports the ability to feed healthy meals families, friends, and neighbors of our community.

Qualifications: The Dishwasher will be standing for a few hours at a time in a fast-paced environment working closely with others. These tasks require attention to detail, willingness to take direction, and an embrace of diversity in the workplace.

Responsibilities: This position includes washing dishes, running the dishwasher machine, and other cleaning tasks throughout the kitchen. Orientation and training will be provided and afterword volunteers are expected to independently operate the dish room.

Location and Time Commitment: Volunteers are asked to commit to at least one shift per week for a minimum of three months. All service will be completed in Friendship House Café at 108 Snoqualmie Street, Mount Vernon. Ending times for shifts are only estimates. Volunteers are expected to remain until all duties are complete. Following are the available shifts

How to Apply: Submit a Need Response on Skagit Volunteer Center or contact Olivia Hickerson for more information about this position. Both application routes will go through an application and an interview before placement into a volunteer position.

Contact: Volunteer Coordinator, Olivia Hickerson by email at olivia@skagitfriendshiphouse.org or by phone at (360) 336-6138 ext. 110

Many nonprofits lack the capacity, resources, and knowledge to raise the funds they need in order to sustain themselves financially and deliver their missions. You can help by contributing your fundraising expertise and boosting the capacity of local nonprofits while also enhancing your own consulting skills.

501 Commons provides high-quality, affordable consulting, coaching, and training services to nonprofits, schools, and public agencies thanks to a corps of skilled volunteers who share their time and talent. The Executive Service Corps, a program of 501 Commons, is dedicated to connecting the skills and expertise of volunteer consultants with organizations in need of planning and management consulting. As a fund development consultant with 501 Commons, you can help build the capacity of nonprofits to effectively fundraise by:

As a Service Corp Member, you will:

While the requirements of each project vary, consultants typically work in pairs and serve approximately 10-12 hours per month each, over the course of 2-4 months.

For more information about how you can utilize your professional expertise to benefit the nonprofit community, visit 501commons.org and click on Engage.

Are you a professional coach who is looking for ways to engage in the community?

We are in high demand for volunteers with coaching certifications and passion for making a difference in the nonprofit community by providing leadership, executive, business, or performance coaching to the senior level leaders including Executives, Directors, Board members, and teams. Coaches who have had work experience in nonprofits are encouraged to apply, as many nonprofit leaders appreciate the guidance of coaches who have been in their shoes.

501 Commons provides high-quality, affordable consulting, coaching, and training services to nonprofits, schools, and public agencies thanks to a corps of skilled volunteers who put their expertise to good use. As a coach with 501 Commons, you can help support nonprofits on projects such as:

Our typical coaching engagement is 15 hours over 6 months where some sessions happen in person and others over the phone or video conferencing.

As a service corps member, you will:

Additionally, if you are in the process of obtaining your coaching certificate, you are welcome to apply. The hours you spend with our clients will count towards your certification.

For more information, please reply to this posting.

Human resource services are essential to the success of nonprofits. However, many nonprofits lack the capacity, resources, and knowledge to provide these services to assist their staff and help achieve their missions. You can help by contributing your human resources skills and experience to help boost the capacity of local nonprofits while also enhancing your own consulting skills.

501 Commons provides high-quality, affordable consulting, coaching, and training services to nonprofits, schools, and public agencies thanks to volunteer consultants who generously give their time and talents. The Executive Service Corps, a program of 501 Commons, is dedicated to connecting the skills and expertise of volunteer consultants with organizations in need of planning and management consulting. As an HR consultant with 501 Commons, you can help support nonprofits on projects such as:

While the requirements of each project vary, on average consultants can expect to serve 10-12 hours per month for 2-4 months.

As a service corps member, you will:

For more information and to apply, please visit Engage section of our website https://www.501commons.org/engage or reply to this posting.

Are you looking to contribute your skills to nonprofits in your community? Do you have a broad understanding of nonprofit administration and/or expertise in small business development? If so, look no further than becoming a Pathways consultant with 501 Commons. As a Pathways Consultant, you will have the opportunity to make a fundamental difference in an organization’s ability to more effectively deliver their mission!

Are you looking to contribute your skills to nonprofits in your community? Do you have a broad understanding of nonprofit administration and/or expertise in small business development? If so, look no further than becoming a Pathways consultant with 501 Commons. As a Pathways Consultant, you will have the opportunity to make a fundamental difference in an organization’s ability to more effectively deliver their mission!

Pathways is a short consultative process that provides a framework for what it means to be a healthy nonprofit, tips on how an organization can "easily" move themselves up the ladder, and personalized assistance working through their more challenging issues. It is meant to help organizations take stock of where they are at and daylight a way forward.

Grounded in the Five Elements of a Healthy Nonprofit Assessment, Pathways helps organizations reflect on their own ability to:

Pathways consultants work in teams of two to:

The entire Pathways process includes a series of four meetings held over the course of 2-3 months and approximately 25 hours of service per consultant.

Apply to volunteer with 501 Commons and prepare to make a difference in your own community. For more information about Pathways or volunteering with 501 Commons, reply to this posting.

An effective, well-functioning board of directors is essential to every nonprofit. However, successfully engaging board members in governance is a tall order for many nonprofits. Build upon your board leadership experience by helping another nonprofit strengthen theirs!

501 Commons provides high-quality, affordable consulting, coaching, and training services to nonprofits, schools, and public agencies thanks to a corps of skilled volunteers who generously share their time and talents. The Executive Service Corps, a program of 501 Commons, is dedicated to connecting the skills and expertise of volunteer consultants with organizations in need of planning and management consulting. As a board development consultant with 501 Commons, you can help support organizations by:

As a Service Corp Member, you will:

While the requirements of each project vary, consultants typically work in pairs and serve approximately 10-12 hours per month each, over 2-4 months. It is an excellent opportunity to make a difference at a fundamental level while also enhancing your expertise.

For more information about how you can help strengthen the structure of nonprofit governance, visit 501commons.org and click on "Engage" or reply to this posting.

Puppy raisers & sitters needed!

What’s better than a soft, cuddly puppy? Maybe the feeling you’ll get if that puppy grows up to become a life-changing partner for a person living with a mobility disability.

Mobility assistance dogs help their human partners with tasks such as retrieving dropped items, opening/closing doors, turning lights on/off, tugging clothing off, and retrieving an emergency phone (to mention a few). In addition to the physical tasks that a service dog provides, is the unconditional love and acceptance that helps to alleviate depression.

The road to becoming one of these priceless dogs begins in the home of a dedicated puppy raiser who will love, socialize and provide initial training. You could become someone’s hero by fostering a puppy for Summit Assistance Dogs. Learn more at www.summitdogs.org/volunteer.  Snuggle a puppy today and change someone’s life tomorrow.

Summary: The Event Coordinator is responsible for the recruitment, scheduling, management, and recognition of volunteers in partnership with the Conference Co-Chair for the WE Ignite Conference and WE Ignite CEO. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Time Commitment (approximate)

Benefits

By volunteering your time for WE Ignite you will develop skills around organizing an event and gain valuable work experience, you can list on your resume. It gives you free access to the conference and an opportunity to network, which can unlock new opportunities. You will be supporting positive change within your community and will have the opportunity to create new friendships with similarly passionate individuals.

The Event Assistant provides administrative support to the Event Coordinator. They assist in coordinating the WE Ignite Conference by completing tasks and projects related to volunteer recruitment, meeting support, data entry and other tasks as needed. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Time Commitment (approximate)

Benefits

By volunteering your time for WE Ignite you will develop skills around organizing an event and gain valuable work experience, you can list on your resume. It gives you free access to the conference and an opportunity to network, which can unlock new opportunities. You will support positive change within your community and will have the opportunity to create new friendships with similarly passionate individuals.

Connecting • Inspiring •  Empowering

WE Ignite

WE Ignite is an educational non-profit with the mission to ignite the inner spirit of women to connect, inspire and empower each other.

Our vision is to provide opportunities, through educational events such as retreats, workshops, and our annual conference, for women from varied backgrounds to connect and support each other through both online platforms and in-person events.

WE Ignite’s goal is to provide an educational forum for women to connect, to learn from and to empower each other. Through these events, we will expand our reach, expand our minds, and expand our hearts.

The conference provides attendees with time for reflection and impactful conversations around gender, sexuality, and race. WE Ignite 2021 was our first virtual zoom conference.

WE Ignite is committed to facilitating diverse, equitable, and inclusive environments where everyone can learn and grow. The conference sessions contain an anti-oppressive and anti-racist lens with an intersectionality and positionality focus to center the most marginalized. 

By submitting your application, you join us in the furthering of our commitment towards liberation and antiracism.

Description

Arrive 45 minutes prior to Films, one hour before live events.

Sell and serve beer, wine, other beverages in Lincoln Art Bar.

Must have current Mandatory Alcohol Server Training (MAST) Card (course takes 3 hours, paid for by the theater)

Staffing Needs

1 volunteer at movies and small events

2-3 volunteers at large events

Time Commitment

1-1.5 hours total including possible intermission

Various Weeknights & weekends; some weekend afternoons

You choose your event, time and volunteer slot on Sign Up Genius website. Can also remove your sign up if you need to cancel.

Benefits!

Opportunity to enjoy performances and films for free. Free popcorn & soft-drinks, discounts on other concession items.

Invitation to Annual Volunteer Recognition Event

We will pay for your MAST Card in exchange for your commitment to volunteer

Description

Arrive 45 minutes prior to Films, 60 minutes before live events.

Types of positions:

Clean up auditorium at the end of event, approximately 15 minutes of light sweeping, debris collection.

Staffing Needs

6 volunteers at movies and small events

10-12 volunteers at large events

Time Commitment

1-1.5 hours/assignment, plus time of the event or movie

Weeknights & weekends; some weekend afternoons

You choose your event, time and volunteer slot on Sign Up Genius website. Can also remove your sign up if you need to cancel.

Benefits!

Opportunity to enjoy performances and films for free. Free popcorn & soft-drinks, discounts on other concession items.

Invitation to Annual Volunteer Recognition Events

Serve prepared meals to Skagit First Step Center residents 11am Lunch or 5pm Dinner.  Meals are served for 1 1/2 hr.  Then cleanup following.

Join the WE Ignite Conference Committee; we are looking for volunteers to support with planning the WE Ignite Conference in the following positions:

By volunteering your time for WE Ignite you will develop skills around organizing an event and gain valuable experience. It gives you free access to the conference and an opportunity to network, which can unlock new opportunities. You will supporting positive change within your community and will have the opportunity to create new friendships with similarly passionate individuals.

For more information on the positions please apply or email eventchair@weignitewa.org.

About WE Ignite & our annual conference

WE Ignite is an educational non-profit with the mission to ignite the inner spirit of women to connect, inspire and empower each other.

Our vision is to provide opportunities, through educational events such as retreats, workshops, and our annual conference, for women from varied backgrounds to connect and support each other through both online platforms and in-person events.

The WE Ignite annual conference provides attendees with time for reflection and impactful conversations around gender, sexuality, and race.

WE Ignite is committed to facilitating diverse, equitable, and inclusive environments where everyone can learn and grow. The conference sessions contain an anti-oppressive and anti-racist lens with an intersectionality and positionality focus to center the most marginalized.

By volunteering with us, you join us in the furthering of our commitment towards liberation and antiracism.

Qualifications

Heading off to camp for the first time can be filled with a wide variety of feelings and nerves.  And that is just for the parents!  Now imagine sending your child with complex medical conditions off to camp for the first time...

Camp Korey strives to create an environment that is welcoming, feels like home, and creates a sense of belonging. 

Throughout the week, campers lay their heads on a wide variety of colorful and fun pillowcases. Each pillowcase is handmade by the loving hands of volunteers, and it helps to create a homey and safe atmosphere for all our campers.  After a big week of camp we want to remind each camper how special they are and how much they learned and grew during the week, so they get to take their pillowcase home with them and be reminded of camp all year long. 

So, as you can guess, we go through a lot of pillow cases!  If you are someone who sews, or knows someone that sews, go pick out some fun (and appropriate) fabric that you like and help keep the magic of camp going. Many people use one fabric for the main part of the pillowcase and another for the trim at the end.

Check out an easy how-to video here.

Carrying Camp with You

Warm fuzzies in all forms are used to spread love and positivity at camp. They are a way to show that we care about and appreciate each other. Building on the special tradition of writing or sharing warm fuzzies, each camper receives a physical puff ball warm fuzzy creature which was created and designed by a camper in 2017, who wanted to continue the sense of community and support created at Camp Korey in a more tangible (and huggable) way.

Each camper receives a warm fuzzy creature to take home with them after they complete a week of residential summer camp. These warm fuzzies will serve as a reminder of the support and friendships made at camp whenever they need a boost in spirits.

Warm Fuzzies are sewn to a pre-made pattern which ensures all fuzzies are consistent in size and shape. The children we serve often have severe allergies and sensitivities, which limits our use of supplies to only new fabric that is machine washable. Visit our Warm Fuzzy Project page for the pattern and more details!

Volunteers are at the heart of Camp Korey! Your gift of time is how we make camp wishes come true. You are the journey maker, the superhero, the glue that brings our Campers and community together. You bring the magic to Camp!

Camp Korey relies on the kindness of hundreds of volunteers every year to accomplish our mission of bringing joy to children with life-altering medical conditions. Each year, our community of program, medical, corporate, and at-home volunteers generously give thousands of hours to make the wishes of our campers a reality. When you volunteer with us, you become a part of the Camp Korey story: a caring, supportive, and compassionate community that comes together to enrich the lives of our campers.

Our 204 acre property is always in need of individuals or groups to help us create a safe space for campers and their families! We are looking for non-skilled and skilled volunteers to help us maintain our camp! Facility needs could fall under these categories:

Groups or individuals welcome! Please reach out today! 
Learn about our campers!

Adopt a Senior!  Community Action’s Volunteer Services Program is looking for community volunteers to provide direct services for elderly and disabled adults. Volunteers are needed to provide housekeeping, shopping, meal preparation, yard work, transportation, moving assistance, firewood chopping and stacking, minor home repair, and more as we strive to help clients remain living independently in their own homes.  With summer fast approaching, help with yard care is especially appreciated.  Adopt a senior's yard to take care of for the summer!  COVID protocol in place to provide for safety.

Groups and individuals are greatly needed to work as a team on weekdays or weekends to assist with these services on a regular basis.

Location and Time Commitment: Senior and Disabled volunteer services go wherever they are called, so locations vary throughout Skagit County. We try to match the location of our clients with that of volunteers, depending on current needs.

Time ranges between 2-6 hours per week; firewood projects and moving typically happen on Saturdays.

Volunteer Benefits: Increase the quality of life for a senior or adult with a disability, gain new friendships, make the community a safer place to live, and gain new skills you can put on a resume.

Community Need Met: Community Action’s senior and disabled services program is one of the largest volunteer based programs in the area that meets one of the greatest needs by providing this population of individuals with dignity and a safe, healthy home. Without volunteers these needs would not be met.

The Burlington Healthy Community Coalition (BHCC) supports & promotes healthy environments and opportunities for youth to gain skills and recognition. BHCC is actively looking for youth who want to be involved in positive change within their community to join the Coalition's members and leadership team. 

Youth Sector Representative: Our BHCC Drug Free Communities Youth Sector representative provides a strategic alliance within the Coalition ensuring youth voices are heard among community partners in an effort to create a safe, healthy and drug-free community for all our youth.

BHCC Leadership: Join the BHCC Executive Team as an officer or member-at-large position and guide the Coalition in strategic projects that support reducing risk factors and building on community strengths and protections.

- No experience required
- Meetings held online once a month
- Opportunities for in-person activities
- Key Club, Rotaract Club, Varsity in Volunteerism, and other service organization hours are counted

We are looking for individuals who are interested and able to assist us with building repairs and maintenance at our Clubs.

Currently we are needing assistance repairing foosball tables and a bumper pool table at the Mount Vernon and Sedro Woolley Clubs.

Skagit Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services is seeking compassionate individuals to provide a wide range of volunteer services to support domestic violence and sexual assault survivors.

The General Support Volunteer assists Skagit DVSAS staff by performing clerical duties, assisting with custodial duties, and providing program support to advocates. The General Support Volunteer may also be asked to help with special projects; awareness events, fundraising, etc.

Qualifications:

To submit a volunteer application or for more information, please visit www.skagitdvsas.org, call (360)336-9591, or email the Volunteer Coordinator at juliar@skagitdvsas.org.

Are you interested in supporting victims and survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault? Do you want to end domestic violence and sexual assault in our community?

This volunteer opportunity provides hands on advocacy experience with crisis intervention and advocacy-based counseling. The Direct Services Advocate will have the opportunity to work directly with victims and survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.

Every Direct Services Advocate must complete and certify in our 42-hour Core Advocacy Training prior to service with clients. 

Requirements:

To submit a volunteer application or for more information, please visit www.skagitdvsas.org, call (360)336-9591, or email the Volunteer Coordinator at juliar@skagitdvsas.org.

Volunteers who are committed to working one-on-one with clients to support and encourage them in achieving their goals and maximizing their potential.  

The AFC is seeking volunteers to provide onsite (short-term) childcare while the residents are attending either of the support groups below:

Life Skill classes

Counseling Sessions 

Please spread the word.  Volunteers can contact Karen at (360) 293-2993 ext 112.

HSSV is not supported by lucrative government grants and contracts like many big-city shelters are. The majority of our funding comes from community support, as well as sales at our Thrift Shop. That's why it's such a vital component of our shelter's ability to thrive and why we must keep our overhead to a minimum.  To that end, we need help from volunteer cashiers.

DUTIES: Operate cash register for a four-hour shift, greet customers, make change, help with items behind our display case. No experience necessary, we'll train! Contact 360-424-5991 between 11:00 am and 6:00 pm. Be sure to leave a message if you get our voicemail and we'll get back to you ASAP. You could also come to visit us at the store between 11:00 am and 6:00 pm, Monday through Saturday to meet us in person!

This is a great opportunity for youth seeking real-world work experience or seniors who would like to get out of the house and socialize!

The Humane Society of Skagit Valley (HSSV) Barn Buddy Program was established to find feline-friendly homes for cats who, for various reasons, would not do well as indoor-only companion pets and are considered unadoptable through our standard adoption process. Cats who are placed into our Barn Buddy Program fall in these main categories:

We are currently seeking volunteers to help with this program. Volunteers for this program help to make sure the cats in our colony are safe and well-fed, watch out for any medical issues and report them to staff, keep fresh clean drinking water available, and pull food in the evenings to avoid attracting predators. You can learn more about our Barn Buddy Program, here.

Do you have experience with marketing, grant writing, planning events and the like? The NOAH Center would LOVE for you to join our volunteer team and have fun while making a difference helping animals! If you enjoy thinking outside of the box and coming up with inventive ways to help save (and raise) money, then we'd love to meet you. Background check is required. Please visit our website to fill out an application. 

Put your love of animals into action by becoming a volunteer Cat or Dog Kennel Technician.  You will work directly with the animals, caring for their physical and emotional needs. You will assist with animal feeding, daily cleaning, socializing, and various other duties. We have two shifts available 7 days a week: 8am-11am and 2pm-5pm. Background check is required. Please visit our website to fill out an application. 

The General Advisory Committee (GAC) at NCTA provides direction and guidance to administrators and teachers for the entire Career and Technical Education program offered by the regional Skills Center--NCTA! This information helps drive programming and school input through labor market information, local industry needs.

The Washington State Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) has a division devoted to Career & Technical Education.  They have created a website specific to CTE Advisory Committees.  This is a great resource and can be found here:   OSPI CTE Advisory

Our programs include pathways in manufacturing, construction, maritime, pre-nursing, animal care/veterinary assisting, dental, culinary and hospitality, programming/coding and automotive.  Our GAC is looking now at regional employment data investigating if there are areas that NCTA should be looking towards expanding pathways. 

Our GAC meets 3-4 times per year.  We would like to expand our advisory to include more members in our community.  Please let us know if you're interested and we'll be sure to follow up with individuals!  

On behalf of hundreds of juniors and seniors getting ready to launch into the career and continued educational pathways, thank you for your consideration! 

Lynette Brower, Director

lbrower@nwtech.k12.wa.us