Needs From: Western Washington University

Position:  Resource Center/Community Jobs Front Desk and Special Projects Volunteer 

Reports to:  Resource Center Manager 

Summary:  The RC/CJ Front Desk and Special Project Volunteer spends part of their time overseeing the front desk of the Resource Center and the other part working on special projects that support the operation of Ferndale Community Services.   

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

Front desk: 

Greet guests and meet needs, talking with guests and maintaining confidentiality as much as possible. Answer questions about programs and services and pass messages when necessary. 

Assist guests with clothing bank items as needed. 

Distribute direct services upon request, including hygiene items, food, gas cards, bus passes, shower passes, laundry vouchers, and gift cards following all procedures for proper documentation and tracking. 

Refer guests with more complicated needs to Community Resource Navigator. 

Answer phones and return voicemails. 

Assist guests with computer, printer, and fax access as needed. 

Help guests find community resources via online search, with or for them.  Help with phone access as needed. 

Accept donations and follow all procedures for tracking and storing. 

Keep Resource Center clean, tidy and organized. 

Special Projects: 

Work on projects as assigned by the Executive Director or Community Resource Navigator to include: 

Research, online, phone, or in-person 

Creating documents or flyers 

Sorting, organizing, tidying 

Outreach or follow up to various stakeholders as assigned 

Other duties as assigned 

Requirements: 

Professional appearance and helpful, friendly manner 

Must be punctual and dependable 

Basic customer service skills and ability to serve in a busy environment 

Position:  Clothing Bank Donation Sorter

Reports to:  Clothing Bank Coordinator

Summary:  The Clothing Bank helper works with the Clothing Bank Coordinator to sort, fold, and stock clothing for the clothing bank program inside the Ferndale Community Resource Center

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Requirements:

Training and Supervision:  The Clothing Bank Helper receives the Volunteer Manual which outlines all policies and procedures for the position, and also receives in person training within their first week of service.  Follow up training is available as needed and questions are encouraged.

Evaluation:  Informal, verbal evaluation occurs after the first month of service.  Check-ins with the Clothing Bank Coordinator on personal performance, strengths and challenges occur annually.

Time Commitment:  This position is year-round with sorting taking place 1-2 days per week.  Estimated total hours per week, up to 10.

Benefits:

Mission

Ferndale Community Services is a 501c3 non-profit organization that serves the greater Ferndale and North Whatcom County community.  Our mission is to identify and alleviate unmet needs by providing support and connection to build a thriving community.  We envision a community where all people’s basic needs are met, and they are supported and valued. 

We have a pile of donations to sort through, and we can use all the hands we can get! Once sorted our donation go down to our Community Resource Center, where all members of the community are welcome to shop for free, whether it be clothing, blankets, sheets, or a multitude of other household goods. You'll be helping us keep our shelves stocked, ensuring that no one in our community has to go without. Anyone who wants to join is welcome, bring your friends and family along, too!

Sustainable Connections' Food Recovery Program reduces food insecurity and addresses climate change by recovering and redistributing nutritious surplus food to neighbors in need. We need volunteers to help pick up food from restaurants and transport the food to hunger relief agencies. Sign up here!

We have a diverse list of food recovery opportunities between Monday and Friday from 8 am - 4 pm. Each shift only takes 30 minutes to an hour and works well for people with busy schedules. 

We currently have a couple afternoon shifts we need help with!

Plan to: 

Everyone is welcome! 

We provide on site training for your first volunteer shift in addition to written instructions for each of the pickup locations and drop off sites. Please contact us when you sign-up for your first shift and if you have any concerns or accessibility questions. 

Sign up here!

We are looking for a club or volunteer to partner with us for an indoor or outdoor activity for middle school aged students visiting the store on early release day. Students have enjoyed supervised outdoor activities, small art or book related activities, scavenger hunts, and other similar events in the past. We have an event space available. Early release is typically the 2nd and 3rd Thursday of each month and activities are needed from 130 to 315 or so.

Do you love to help people in your community?

Receive, weigh, sort, package, & load incoming food and goods that have been recovered from community partners & saved from the landfill!  

Receive:  Volunteer drivers deliver recovered food & goods from 9:30 -11:00am

Weigh:  All donations are weighed, to allow us to track what's been recovered

Sort:  Decide what is for Hubs & what gets to go to compost/the pigs!

Package:  Box according to the needs of receiving hubs

Load:  As volunteer drivers arrive, help them load their hub's packaged food and send them on their way to feed our county!

                                                                   Urgently need on call drivers 

Substitute/On call drivers - We are always looking for substitute drivers for any weekday and would add you to the call/text list.  Sometimes we need coverage for planned vacations or last minute. 

We have routes all over Whatcom County  

* we currently do not provide the transportation or able to provide gas as we are a small non-profit*

The 2025 Fall Info Fair is looking for volunteers to assist with day-of operations of the fair, along with assisting new and returning students with navigating the fair. The Fair will take place on September 22nd, from 11am-1pm and 2pm-4pm with an hour-long intermission between the two halves. Volunteers will be needed from 10am-5pm, and can sign up for as many hour-long shifts as desired!

Volunteer duties would include:

For questions, please contact the Fall Info Fair Coordinator, Sylvia Peters, at infofair.coordinator@wwu.edu

We will be tending to community spaces at Lakeway Garden in preparation for fall! 

If you would like, bring extra garden harvests, seeds or stories to share!

All ages and abilities welcome. Participants under age 16 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Tools, gloves, and instructions are provided. Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes. 

Additional information will be emailed to registered participants. Register early, space is limited! If you sign up, please show up!

This event is Parkscriptions Certified!

Important Registration Steps:

After you have completed the required waiver (adult or youth), please be sure to then click "Sign Up" to complete your registration for the event! Completing the waiver does not automatically sign you up.

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

Thank you for your patience with our volunteer registration system!

Questions? Contact mmkilroy@cob.org or (360) 778-7111.

Coaches are the heart of our program! Each season, volunteer coaches inspire and guide a team through our tried-and-true curriculum once or twice a week after school for 8 weeks. Not a runner? No problem, all you need is a desire to support and encourage girls. Coaches can be 16 to 106, they can be professionals, retirees, students - anyone who is ready to make a direct impact on Whatcom County youth! The season culminates in a celebratory 5K when all teams come together to test their mettle by completing the 5K distance!

Join us for 8 unforgettable weeks, but beware - the girls are known to steal your heart!

Wild Whatcom’s Board of Directors is vital to the current and ongoing success of the organization. Our Board provides strategic direction and accountability, helps develop goals, works to increase financial capacity, conducts public relations, and generally works for the well being of the organization. We also believe that serving on the Board should be fun, educational, and rewarding!

We are currently seeking board directors for our 2025-26 year. If you have a passion for equitable access to nature, the health benefits of regular time spent outdoors, and inspiring people of all ages to be active stewards of local nature spaces, this is a perfect opportunity to provide community voice to our work.

Commitment: Five meetings a year (quarterly, plus an annual retreat).

For more information, and to fill out our volunteer interest form, visit: https://www.wildwhatcom.org/volunteer

We are looking for civic clubs, businesses, churches, or simply groups of friends, neighbors, families, or individuals who will come together and commit to preparing and delivering a healthy meal to Gardenview Village's 30-40 guests. You have the power to decide how frequently you can commit—one time only, weekly, or monthly—whichever best fits your schedule. We especially need meal deliveries towards the end of the month.

Kitchen facilities in Gardenview Village are limited, so food must be prepared offsite and delivered. Road2Home volunteers often foster personal connections with the folks we serve. By providing each Gardenview Village guest with healthy meals, positive interactions, and encouragement, you can make a significant difference in their lives.  

Through Road2Home's work, meaningful relationships are built, and hope for better futures is created.  

To begin the process of becoming a Road2Home volunteer, click here!

Do you have three hours weekly to commit to a regular shift at Gardenview Village? While there, you will help our staff take care of the requests and needs of the village's guests.  You may also be asked to help complete daily routine tasks such as watering plants, stocking bathroom and kitchen supplies, etc.... 

This position will allow you to meet many wonderful people from our community who also volunteer in different capacities and donors who drop by with in-kind gifts to share with the guests we serve. You will also build meaningful relationships with the folks served in Road2Home's programs and services.

We're looking for people who can commit to one afternoon a week from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. or 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.  If you are willing, you could commit to one six-hour afternoon from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.  You tell us the day you will be consistently available, and we will put you in that timeslot on the master schedule.  

Step one is to complete the Road2Home Volunteer Application at this link:  https://www.jotform.com/211485377281157.  We look forward to working with you!

Are you handy to have around? Do you love to fix, replace, or repair? Gardenview Village needs you!

Volunteers should be experienced in general maintenance in the area where they specialize. They will be asked to assess a problem and suggest a good solution to remedy a the issue. They will communicate and coordinate with the Gardenview Village staff about the issue/resolution and resources necessary to move forward with repairs.

Do you enjoy creating a plan and watching it all come together? The Road2Home Fundraising and Events Committee welcomes your participation.   As a nonprofit organization, we work hard to raise funds to support our programs and services.  Everyone on the committee utilizes their skills, talents, and experience to plan, prepare, promote, organize, and host the fundraising activity.

The committee meets online via Google Meets monthly for 1 -2 hours to discuss new ideas and prepare for upcoming events.  Whether a season event planner or a novice, we welcome you to join us!

We look forward to working with you!  To begin the process of becoming a Road2Home volunteer, click here!

We need volunteer allies!! We currently have a waitlist of participants needing social support and allyship. 

As an ally, you'll provide companionship, connect clients with resources, serve as a liaison with their case manager, and help them achieve their goals. The best part is that you can do all this at a pace that suits you and your partner-participant. Our primary focus is on fostering connection and building a trusting relationship. 

Depending on what you prefer and what you're available, you may be paired with a guest at the Gardenview Village tiny homes or an individual in the community.

Being an ally is not just a volunteer role; it's an opportunity to make a significant difference in someone's life. Road2Home provides a community of fellow allies to learn from and connect with. We also offer in-depth training for allies, which covers trauma-informed care, creating boundaries, strategies to help clients realize their goals, local resources, and more. This comprehensive support ensures you feel prepared and confident in your role as an ally, ready to make a positive impact.

Being an ally requires a six-month commitment, during which you meet with a client in person twice a month and are available for phone calls or texts.

To help ensure a successful Ally experience, you must complete a Road2Home volunteer training class and an Ally orientation before being assigned a program partner. These sessions are designed to introduce our work, enrich your understanding of homelessness in our community, and help ensure a rewarding volunteer experience. You will also have access to our experienced staff trained in trauma-informed principles to guide you. We want your Ally Program experience to be rewarding for you and your partner!

We are thrilled about the possibility of working with you and the positive impact you can make as an ally. Your contribution is highly valued, and we look forward to welcoming you to our team soon!

To begin the process of becoming an Ally, click here!

Volunteers help with barn chores, readying the horses, tack, equipment, and work in the arena assisting participants with lessons.

Side-Walkers: The responsibility of the side-walker is to help ensure safety of the rider throughout the lesson. You may be asked to provide physical support, as well as assist them in completing tasks when they need assistance.

Horse Leader: The leader is responsible for leading and maintaining control of the horse at a walk and trot.

Volunteers commit to helping with lessons one afternoon per week for the duration of the 6-week session. Lessons are held on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday afternoons.

Volunteers are required to attend a training on September 4, 2025 from 3-5:30pm.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED for fun opportunities at our Visitor Information Centers throughout the county! Share your passion about where you live through helping tourists, locals, and the community members of Whatcom County.

At Bellingham | Whatcom County Tourism, our mission is to improve the local economy by attracting visitors to stay longer. We are looking for volunteer Tourism Ambassadors to engage with people at our visitor information centers in Bellingham.

Volunteers must be familiar with Whatcom County attractions (or have an eagerness to learn), be able to investigate and provide clear directions, and handle multiple tasks at one time. Strong communication and customer service skills are essential, as well as having a positive and friendly attitude.

We are asking that volunteers commit to one shift per week, for a minimum of three months. Shifts are 3-4 hours. If you are interested, but have more questions about availability, please reach out.

Benefits to joining our team: trips to learn about area attractions, hotels, and outdoor adventures. We also have volunteer appreciation parties and provide snacks during shifts. Anyone who has felt more isolated the last couple years and has been looking for a way to get more involved in the community, couldn’t ask for a better opportunity than working in local tourism!  

Tourists need you! Please volunteer and share your knowledge with those who are looking for an opportunity to explore all that Whatcom County has to offer. 

Bellingham At Home (BAH), a non-profit membership organization, is a virtual Village in Bellingham WA empowering older adults to stay active and engaged while living in their own homes and neighborhoods.  It is a program of the Whatcom Council on Aging.

The Village is powered by volunteers who provide “good neighbor” assistance to older folks in our community. Volunteers provide transportation to medical appointments and other services in Bellingham, take members shopping, provide companionship, complete light home repairs and garden maintenance, and other tasks as needed.  (BAH does NOT provide medical assistance, personal care, nor ongoing cleaning and maintenance tasks.)

If you are searching for opportunities to use your skills to support the Bellingham community and enjoy talking with interesting people who have many life experiences to share, you’d make a great BAH volunteer. Most assistance requests are for 2-hour time slots and you can let us know when you are available.  There is no weekly commitment; flexibility to meet your own schedule. BAH members reward our volunteers with their most grateful appreciation!

Office volunteers staff the volunteer desk in the Bellingham at Home office.

Tasks include:

Qualifications:

Shifts:

We have office shifts available in the mornings and afternoons.

A six-month minimum commitment required.

Become a Volunteer English Class Facilitator in Lynden, WA!

Do you want to empower adults in your community with the gift of language? Volunteer with the Whatcom Literacy Council and help us support adult English Language Learners in improving their basic English skills.

Some teaching experience necessary for this position. We provide training and resources.

What:

Facilitate a class of 30-40 adults learning English with or without another volunteer

Where:

Lynden, WA

When:

Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8 to 9 AM

Minimum Commitment:

Beginning of January 2026 to end of February 2026

Interested? 

Contact Mara Louter at sgc@whatcomliteracy.org or (360) 255-1131 to learn more!

Ready Now? 

Click here to fill out the volunteer application!

Together, we can open doors for adults in our community—one English lesson at a time!

Become a Volunteer Digital Literacy Class Facilitator at Ferndale Library!

Do you want to empower adults in your community with tech skills? Volunteer with the Whatcom Literacy Council and help us support adult learners in improving their digital literacy skills.

No teaching experience is necessary—we provide training and resources. All you need is a passion to help!

What:

Facilitate a small group class of 4-10 adults

Where:

Ferndale Library

*Mileage reimbursement is available!

When:

Tuesdays from 2:00 to 3:00 PM

Minimum Commitment:

September 23rd to November 18th, 2025 (no class on November 11th)

Interested? 

Contact Mara Louter at sgc@whatcomliteracy.org or (360) 255-1131 to learn more!

Ready Now? 

Click here to fill out the volunteer application!

Together, we can open doors for adults in our community.

*Mileage reimbursement will be offered to a volunteer up to $150.

Become a Volunteer Computer Literacy Class Facilitator at Deming Library!

Do you want to empower adults in your community with tech skills? Volunteer with the Whatcom Literacy Council and help us support adult learners in improving their computer skills.

No teaching experience is necessary—we provide training and resources. All you need is a passion to help!

What:

Facilitate a small group class of 4-10 adults

Where:

Deming Library

*Mileage reimbursement is available!

When:

Tuesdays from 10:30 - 11:30 AM

Minimum Commitment:

September 23rd to November 18th, 2025 (no class on November 11th)

Interested? 

Contact Mara Louter at sgc@whatcomliteracy.org or (360) 255-1131 to learn more!

Ready Now? 

Click here to fill out the volunteer application!

Together, we can open doors for adults in our community.

*Mileage reimbursement will be offered to a volunteer up to $150.

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:

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.

These volunteers work alongside our mentors in our Explorers Club program with grades 1-3. Outings run on weekends from 9:30am-2:30pm at parks around Whatcom County. Commitment: once per month for a total of 8 outings during September-early June.

Volunteers for this role must go through a background check and attend a volunteer orientation. If you're interested, visit our Volunteer page and fill out our interest form! www.wildwhatcom.org/volunteers

These volunteers works alongside our mentors in our after school program, Neighborhood Nature with grades K-2. Outings run Monday-Thursday from 2:00-5:00pm at parks in Bellingham (option for Blaine on Thursdays). Commitment: once per week for the 3 month season (Fall, Winter, or Spring).

Volunteers for this role must go through a background check and attend a volunteer orientation. If you're interested, visit our Volunteer page and fill out our interest form! www.wildwhatcom.org/volunteers

Make a Difference in Your Community—Right from Home!

Are you passionate about your local community and want to help others discover how to give back? We're looking for seeking enthusiastic volunteers to help us update and enrich local pages on Ways to Connect, our national directory of volunteer sites.

Ways to Connect is a crowdsourced platform designed to boost traffic and engagement to local volunteer websites—like this one! With just a bit of online research and your enthusiasm, you can help neighbors easily find volunteer opportunity platforms, service clubs, mutual aid groups, and more—making it simpler than ever for everyone to make an impact locally.

What You'll Do:

Conduct quick, simple online research to identify active service clubs, mutual aid groups, and upcoming volunteer events in your community.

Enhance your community's page on Ways to Connect by ensuring the information is current, accurate, and inviting for potential volunteers.

Optional: Promote your community’s page on social media to help friends and family find a path to service.

Why Volunteer with Inspiring Service?

Easy and flexible: Volunteer remotely at your convenience.

Immediate community impact: Help your neighbors discover meaningful ways to contribute.

Small commitment: Volunteer for as little as 2 hours, or as much as you'd like.

Growth opportunities: Volunteers can explore deeper involvement through our Ambassador program.

Ready to help your community thrive? Join us today and make volunteering more accessible for everyone.

Volunteer Role: Website Design & Development Support
Location: Remote or Bellingham, WA
Time Commitment: 5–10 hours per month
Commitment Length: 6 months, with the opportunity to extend

Overview:
Kulshan Carbon Trust (KCT) is seeking a creative and detail-oriented volunteer to help enhance and maintain our website. Our site is the “front window” for the organization—how we share our mission, invite collaboration, and connect with our community. This role is ideal for someone with a passion for environmental action, user-focused design, and clear communication. You’ll work closely with our team to update content, improve navigation, modernize visual elements, and ensure the site effectively tells the story of our work and impact.

Responsibilities:

Update and refine existing pages to better reflect KCT’s mission, programs, and current projects.

Create new pages for priority areas, such as board/advisor recruitment and partner collaboration opportunities.

Improve visual elements by incorporating authentic images of KCT’s work and events.

Enhance the organization and clarity of project and resource pages for easier navigation.

Help develop interactive or hub-style resource sections (e.g., a Pacific Northwest biochar resource hub).

Ensure the site is visually engaging, mobile-friendly, and accessible.

Collaborate with KCT staff and volunteers to align design updates with upcoming strategy and outreach goals.

Ideal Qualifications:

Experience with website design and management (Squarespace experience preferred but not required).

Basic HTML/CSS skills or familiarity with website builders.

Understanding of UX principles, accessibility standards, and responsive design.

Strong eye for visual design and detail.

Interest in environmental conservation, climate solutions, or nonprofit work.

Ability to work independently while incorporating team feedback.

Join us and our friends from NSEA as we restore wildlife habitat and protect wetlands in this lovely park on the south side of Bellingham.

*Please note that this work party is from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.*

All ages and abilities welcome. Participants under age 16 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Tools, gloves, and instructions are provided. Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes. 

Additional information will be emailed to registered participants. Register early, space is limited! If you sign up, please show up!

This event is Parkscriptions Certified!

Important Registration Steps:

After you have completed the required waiver (adult or youth), please be sure to then click "Sign Up" to complete your registration for the event! Completing the waiver does not automatically sign you up.

If you are bringing any additional volunteers or family members, please sign up as a team or have them join the site, sign the waiver, and then sign up individually. Here are some guides:

Responding as a Team | Get Connected Help Center

Signing Waivers | Get Connected Help Center

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

Help us continue our invasive removal, mulching, and planting efforts at beautiful Birchwood Park near the pump track!

*Please note that this work party is from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.*

All ages and abilities welcome. Participants under age 16 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Tools, gloves, and instructions are provided. Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes. 

Additional information will be emailed to registered participants. Register early, space is limited! If you sign up, please show up!

This event is Parkscriptions Certified!

Important Registration Steps:

After you have completed the required waiver (adult or youth), please be sure to then click "Sign Up" to complete your registration for the event! Completing the waiver does not automatically sign you up.

If you are bringing any additional volunteers or family members, please sign up as a team or have them join the site, sign the waiver, and then sign up individually. Here are some guides:

Responding as a Team | Get Connected Help Center

Signing Waivers | Get Connected Help Center

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

Join us at the northern entrance as we continue efforts to remove invasive Himalayan Blackberry and English Ivy. We will also be replanting with pollinator-friendly native trees and shrubs near Squalicum Creek!

All ages and abilities welcome. Participants under age 16 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Tools, gloves, and instructions are provided. Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes. 

Additional information will be emailed to registered participants. Register early, space is limited! If you sign up, please show up!

This event is Parkscriptions Certified!

Important Registration Steps:

After you have completed the required waiver (adult or youth), please be sure to then click "Sign Up" to complete your registration for the event! Completing the waiver does not automatically sign you up.

If you are bringing any additional volunteers or family members, please sign up as a team or have them join the site, sign the waiver, and then sign up individually. Here are some guides:

Responding as a Team | Get Connected Help Center

Signing Waivers | Get Connected Help Center

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

Support riparian and meadow restoration efforts at one of Bellingham’s newest and most popular parks! We will be removing invasive plants and planting native trees and shrubs near East Bear Creek, joined by NSEA!

All ages and abilities welcome. Participants under age 16 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Tools, gloves, and instructions are provided. Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes. 

Additional information will be emailed to registered participants. Register early, space is limited! If you sign up, please show up!

This event is Parkscriptions Certified!

Important Registration Steps:

After you have completed the required waiver (adult or youth), please be sure to then click "Sign Up" to complete your registration for the event! Completing the waiver does not automatically sign you up.

If you are bringing any additional volunteers or family members, please sign up as a team or have them join the site, sign the waiver, and then sign up individually. Here are some guides:

Responding as a Team | Get Connected Help Center

Signing Waivers | Get Connected Help Center

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

Come help restore the southern entrance of the Sehome Arb near Western Washington University! We will be focusing on pollinator-friendly native plants near the new House of Healing

All ages and abilities welcome. Participants under age 16 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Tools, gloves, and instructions are provided. Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes.

Additional information will be emailed to registered participants. Register early, space is limited! If you sign up, please show up!

This event is Parkscriptions Certified!

Important Registration Steps:

If you are bringing any additional volunteers or family members, please sign up as a team or have them join the site, sign the waiver, and then sign up individually. Here are some guides:

Responding as a Team | Get Connected Help Center

Signing Waivers | Get Connected Help Center

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

Connelly Creek, which runs through this neighborhood park and flows into Padden Creek, needs our help! We’ll remove harmful invasive vegetation and plant native trees and shrubs to improve riparian habitat.

All ages and abilities welcome. Participants under age 16 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Tools, gloves, and instructions are provided. Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes. 

Additional information will be emailed to registered participants. Register early, space is limited! If you sign up, please show up!

This event is Parkscriptions Certified!

Important Registration Steps:

If you are bringing any additional volunteers or family members, please sign up as a team or have them join the site, sign the waiver, and then sign up individually. Here are some guides:

Responding as a Team | Get Connected Help Center

Signing Waivers | Get Connected Help Center

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

Celebrate Make A Difference Day and Arbor Day with the City of Bellingham and Nooksack Salmon Enhancement Association (NSEA) as we care for Whatcom Falls Park! Together, we will plant native trees and shrubs and remove invasive weeds along Whatcom Creek to improve water quality, recover downstream salmon habitat, and restore our forests for wildlife. 

All ages, abilities, and experience levels welcome. Unaccompanied youth under age 18 must provide a City & NSEA Youth Liability Release Form signed by their legal guardian. Participants under age 16 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. This event will conclude with some brief closing remarks and free pizza. We will also be giving away free tree saplings to participants in celebration of Arbor Day!

You need: Weather-appropriate clothing, long pants, closed-toe shoes, and a full water bottle.

We provide: Tools, gloves, instruction, and light refreshments, including free Tony’s coffee and free pizza from Pizza Time and Zeeks Pizza, all generously donated for this event. You can also take a free tree sapling home with you.

Additional information will be emailed to registered participants. Register early, space is limited! If you sign up, please show up!

This event is Parkscriptions Certified!

Important Registration Steps:

After you have completed the required waiver (adult or youth), please be sure to then click "Sign Up" to complete your registration for the event! Completing the waiver does not automatically sign you up.

If you are bringing any additional volunteers or family members, please sign up as a team or have them join the site, sign the waiver, and then sign up individually. Here are some guides:

Responding as a Team | Get Connected Help Center

Signing Waivers | Get Connected Help Center

Directions:

This event takes place in Whatcom Falls Park via the lower entrance on Silver Beach Road near the fish hatchery, at 1700 Silver Beach Road. Please sign in at the tents. Additional parking is also located at another parking lot in Whatcom Falls Park located at 1401 Electric Ave.

Travel by bike or foot: The work party site is accessible by bike or foot. Find your bike route by visiting cob.org/bike and your walking route by viewing a trail map of Whatcom Falls Park [PDF]. A free bike valet located near the sign-in tents will be provided by Let’s Bike Bellingham!

Travel by bus: Several Whatcom Transportation Authority bus routes serve the area, with two nearby stops (Lakeway Dr at Kenoyer Dr and Electric Ave at Whatcom Falls Park) available for you to use. Find your route using the online trip planner at ridewta.com. 

Travel by car: Carpooling is encouraged! Limited parking is available in Whatcom Falls Park via the Silver Beach Road entrance (from Lakeway Drive turn north on Silver Beach Road) or Electric Avenue entrance (at the intersection of Arbor Street and Electric Avenue). Additional parking is available about a 10-minute walk away at Bloedel Donovan Park, 2114 Electric Ave.

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

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

All ages and abilities welcome. Participants under age 16 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Tools, gloves, and instructions are provided. Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes. 

Additional information will be emailed to registered participants. Register early, space is limited! If you sign up, please show up!

This event is Parkscriptions Certified!

Important Registration Steps:

After you have completed the required waiver (adult or youth), please be sure to then click "Sign Up" to complete your registration for the event! Completing the waiver does not automatically sign you up.

If you are bringing any additional volunteers or family members, please sign up as a team or have them join the site, sign the waiver, and then sign up individually. Here are some guides:

Responding as a Team | Get Connected Help Center

Signing Waivers | Get Connected Help Center

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

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

All ages and abilities welcome. Participants under age 16 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Tools, gloves, and instructions are provided. Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes. 

Additional information will be emailed to registered participants. Register early, space is limited! If you sign up, please show up!

This event is Parkscriptions Certified!

Important Registration Steps:

After you have completed the required waiver (adult or youth), please be sure to then click "Sign Up" to complete your registration for the event! Completing the waiver does not automatically sign you up.

If you are bringing any additional volunteers or family members, please sign up as a team or have them join the site, sign the waiver, and then sign up individually. Here are some guides:

Responding as a Team | Get Connected Help Center

Signing Waivers | Get Connected Help Center

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

Thank you for your patience with our volunteer registration system!

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

Volunteer Tutor/Mentor Opportunity 

Step Up Tutoring is seeking volunteers to provide virtual 1-on-1 tutoring to 2nd-6th grade students from underserved communities to help build fundamental math and literacy skills and to provide support and encouragement. All tutoring will take place virtually! All you need is a computer and internet access. No prior tutoring experience is needed.

Responsibilities:

Tutor 1-on-1 twice a week via an online video platform; each session is 45 minutes

All training is done through online, self-paced modules. No prior tutoring experience is required.

Focus on building fundamental math and literacy skills using evidence-based online programs

Volunteer Tutor/Mentor Opportunity 

Step Up Tutoring is seeking volunteers to provide virtual 1-on-1 tutoring to 2nd-6th grade students from underserved communities to help build fundamental math and literacy skills and to provide support and encouragement. All tutoring will take place virtually! All you need is a computer and internet access. No prior tutoring experience is needed.

Responsibilities:

Tutor 1-on-1 twice a week via an online video platform; each session is 45 minutes

All training is done through online, self-paced modules. No prior tutoring experience is required.

Focus on building fundamental math and literacy skills using evidence-based online programs

Girls Rugby is a nonprofit empowerment based organization working to help girls reach their fullest potential both on an off the pitch! We provide inclusive and accessible flag rugby programming for Girls in 2nd through 8th grade regardless of experience level!

We are looking for several volunteers with a passion for inspiring and empowering girls to develop their leadership skills and build confidence through sport! Never played Rugby? Never HEARD of Rugby? That's okay! Girls Rugby provides Coaches with a step by step season guide book, free and comprehensive training, and a local team to provide on site support.

This opportunity requires roughly a 2 month commitment, with one practice and one game day per week. If you're interested in supporting the growth and development of the leaders of the next generation, inquire today at info@girlsrugbyinc.com.

One 90min practice per week and one game day per week (Season lasts 7 weeks)

Pre-season training and recruitment help will be on-going through the off season

Are you interested in the issues surrounding affordable housing? Want to start working towards a solution? The Habitat Store sells donated new and used furniture, appliances, housewares, and building supplies to the public. This is one of the most important sources of funding to help us build! The money we generate from sales helps build homes and run our organization. Right now we have a high need for volunteers in the following areas:

If you have a keen attention to detail, like to work efficiently, and have a passion for recycling, we would love to meet you! Shifts are available Monday-Saturday. Please go to www.hfhwhatcom.org/volunteer to create an account so we can contact you to get you started. 

Questions? Please contact volunteer@hfhwhatcom.org. 

Are you interested in the issues surrounding affordable housing? Want to start working towards a solution? The Habitat Store sells donated new and used furniture, appliances, housewares, and building supplies to the public. This is one of the most important sources of funding to help us build! The money we generate from sales helps build homes and run our organization. There are a variety of ways to help, such as:

If any of these sound interesting you can respond to us here or on our website @ www.hfhwhatcom.org click on volunteer go to our orientation and safety videos, fill out our volunteer application and we will contact you to get you started.  We so appreciate our volunteers and having them join us in building healthy neighborhoods that create equity and prosperity for everyone.

Our volunteers and partner homebuyers do most of the work of building the Habitat homes. We encourage volunteers of all skill levels and those who want to learn skills to come lend a helping hand.  You might like it so much that you’d become a regular!

We welcome individual volunteers as well as businesses, churches, and civic groups. Volunteering on building Habitat homes can be a great team building or fellowship activity.  While the work we do can change day by day here are a few examples of the type of task you might find on the work site:

If any of these sound interesting or you have any questions please respond to us here.

DVSAS Volunteer Advocates ensure that no matter when it is, or where they are, victims of intimate partner violence or sexual assault don’t have to be alone. After you've completed your training, you'll be working directly with DVSAS clients. You'll answer calls on our helpline, meet with clients in our office, accompany clients to the hospital for forensic exams, and provide support for clients at hearings.

We ask volunteers to commit to one 4 hour shift per week for a year after your training. Our next training class starts on September 15th! 

If you're interested in working with survivors and changing people's lives, apply today!

Summary: The Front Table Volunteer greets and supports guestsand serves as a point of contact for market information.  They distribute direct services to guests, keep the market area tidy and organized, assists in connecting gueststo the correct B2S staff, and more.   

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

Greet guests and meet needs, talking with guests and maintaining confidentiality as much as possible. Answer questions about programs and services and pass messages when necessary. 

Assist guests with market table items as needed. 

Distribute direct services upon request, including food and drinks. 

Accept donations and follow all procedures for tracking and storing. 

Keep Market space tidy and organized. 

Refill market supplies as needed with box truck lead assistance. 

Requirements: 

Professional appearance on the relaxed side and helpful, friendly manner 

Must be punctual and dependable 

Basic customer service skills and ability to serve in a busy environment 

Basic computer skills preferred- ability to assist with things like word processing, internet search, printing, etc. 

Strong written and verbal communication skills, second language skills a plus but not required 

Must be self-directed, willing to take direction and initiative, and be detail oriented 

Must respect and maintain confidentiality of guests, donors, and other volunteers 

Training and Supervision:  FrontTable Volunteers receive the Volunteer Manual which outlines all policies and procedures for the position, and also receive in person training on their first day of service.  Follow up training is available as needed and questions are encouraged.  Volunteer is supervised by the Bridge2Services Program Manager. 

Evaluation:  Informal, verbal evaluation occurs after the first month of service.  Check-ins with the Outreach Program Manager on performance, strengths and

Summary:  The Water Drop Volunteer is a summer position that helps staff our Water Brigade program. This program distributes free water at drop locations throughout Whatcom County. Volunteers commit to maintaining between 1-10 coolers: keeping them supplied with bottled water (provided by B2S), keeping the cooler and nearby area clean, and helping maintain a good relationship with our cooler host sites.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

Check and maintain stock on assigned coolers. 

Keep assigned coolers clean. 

Keep area around assigned coolers clean, picking up any garbage in the immediate area. 

Check in with host businesses to see if any problems have been reported. 

Coordinate with B2S Program Manager to pick up water to distribute from the B2S warehouse.  

Communicate to the B2S Program Managerstatus of each cooler when checked, including info on any damaged or missing coolers and any problems reported by host businesses. 

Requirements: 

Valid driver's license 

Working cell phone 

Able to lift up to 30 pounds 

Basic customer service skills and a helpful, friendly manner 

Strong written and verbal communication skills  

Must be self-directed, willing to take direction and initiative, and be detail oriented 

Must respect and maintain confidentiality of clients, donors, and other volunteers. 

Training and Supervision:  Water Drop Volunteers will receive in-person training on their first day of service. Follow-up training is available as needed and questions are encouraged. Volunteer is supervised by the Bridge2Services Program Manager.  

Evaluation:  Informal, verbal evaluation occurs after the first month of service.  

Time Commitment:Approximately 1-2 hours per cooler per week, plus time to pick up water from the B2S warehouse. 

Benefits:   

Gain work experience and receive reference upon request

Summary:  The Supply Bundler Volunteer helps package goods for distribution through our Mobile Resource Center. They are given a checklist of supplies, which are provided by B2S, to create bundles that are given to unhoused individuals and families.Volunteers are able to either work on site at our administrative building or pick up the supplies and bundle them at home.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

Package goods for distribution following a provided checklist, ensuring that all required supplies are included in each bundle. 

Ensure that goods are packaged in such a way that they will not be damaged when transported. 

Coordinate with B2S Program Manager to schedule bundling shifts, or for volunteers who wish to work from home, scheduling pick up times for bundling supplies.  

Communicate to the B2S Program Managerany issues with supply availability or quality. 

Requirements: 

Reliable means of transportation  

Reliable means of communication 

Able to lift up to 30 pounds 

Strong written and verbal communication skills  

Must be self-directed, willing to take direction and initiative, and be detail oriented 

Must respect and maintain confidentiality of clients, donors, and other volunteers. 

Training and Supervision:  Supply Bundler Volunteers will receive in-person training on their first day of service. Follow-up training is available as needed and questions are encouraged. Volunteer is supervised by the Bridge2Services Program Manager.  

Evaluation:  Informal, verbal evaluation occurs after the first month of service.  

Time Commitment:Approximately 4-5 hours per week 

Benefits:   

Gain work experience and receive reference upon request 

Serve your community 

Mission: 

Ferndale Community Servies is a 501c3 non-profit organization that serves the greater Ferndale and North Whatcom County community. Our mission is to identify and alleviate unmet needs by providing support and connection to build a thriving community. We envision a community where all people’s basic needs are met, and they are supported and valued.  

Summary:  The Donation Transport Volunteer picks up donations from drop locations around Whatcom County. Volunteers commit to maintain between 1-5 donation drop locations: picking up and transporting donations to our B2S warehouse, scheduling pickups and drop offs, keeping the donation drop box and nearby area clean, and helping maintain a good relationship with donation drop host sites.   

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

Regularly check assigned drop box locations for any donations. 

Keep drop boxes and the nearby area clean, picking up any garbage in the immediate area. 

Check in with host businesses to see if any problems have been reported. 

Coordinate with B2S Program Manager toschedule donation drop off times at the B2S warehouse.  

Communicate to the B2S Program Managerthe status of each drop box when checked, including info on any damaged or missing boxes and any problems reported by host businesses. 

Requirements: 

Valid driver's license 

Working cell phone 

Able to lift up to 30 pounds 

Basic customer service skills and a helpful, friendly manner 

Strong written and verbal communication skills  

Must be self-directed, willing to take direction and initiative, and be detail oriented 

Must respect and maintain confidentiality of clients, donors, and other volunteers. 

Training and Supervision:  Donation Transport Volunteers will receive in-person training on their first day of service. Follow-up training is available as needed and questions are encouraged. Volunteer is supervised by the Bridge2Services Program Manager.  

Evaluation:  Informal, verbal evaluation occurs after the first month of service.  

Time Commitment:Approximately 1-2 hours per box per week, plus time to drop off donations at the B2S warehouse. 

Benefits:   

Gain work experience and receive reference upon request 

OUTREACH & EVENTS COMMITTEE

Help build awareness and support for our mission and programs! As part of the Outreach and Events Committee (aka Outreach Otters), you will join us at our info tables at community events and fundraisers like nature trivia at local pubs. Other activities can be done on your own time, like posting flyers, prepping prize bags, and writing thank you cards. Commitment: meets monthly with a suggested one-year term. We ask that you volunteer for a minimum of four community events (average time is 2-4 hours each) per year. This is a position for ages 18+, but you are welcome to bring kids with you to most activities!  For more information and to fill out our volunteer interest form, visit:https://www.wildwhatcom.org/volunteer.

Do you have a hobby or interest that you look forward to completing?   What better way to enjoy it than by sharing it with others who may find that same enjoyment and perhaps discover a new self-interest or talent?  

Do you knit, crochet, fish, color, draw, paint, teach good nutrition, instruct tai chi, etc?  You get the picture!  You can sign up as a volunteer and share your hobby with a guest(s) at Gardenview Village.  Please let us know what day and time work best for you, as well as the frequency at which you would like to visit. 

Share your hobby and build positive relationships -- What a wonderful way to spend an afternoon.   

We have an opening for an art/craft instructor for our Gardenview Village sessions.  If you have basic arts and crafts experience and would like to share the joy of creativity with the folks we serve, please complete the application below, and we will get started.

Click here to complete a volunteer application

We are seeking Classroom Assistant volunteers to assist in English classes at BTC and WCC for the 2025-2026 academic year.  Classes are in the morning and evening.  The minimum commitment is one class (2 hrs per week) for one academic quarter. 

Adult education lifts people out of poverty. Having a GED or a high school diploma means higher salaries, good job opportunities, and better working conditions.

Interested in volunteering your time to support adult literacy and adult basic education in Whatcom County but don't have the time to commit to 1-to-1 tutoring? Would you like to develop your tutoring skills? We are currently looking for volunteers to serve as classroom tutors in the Adult Basic Education, GED, and ESL courses taught at both Bellingham Technical College and Whatcom Community College. This is a great opportunity for you to give back to the community that only requires about 2 hours of your time each week for an academic quarter. You will be assisting an instructor, so you don't need to worry about lesson planning - just helping students master the material so they can fulfill their educational goals and improve their lives.  

Visit our website to learn more and to fill out an application:

https://www.whatcomliteracy.org/classroom-assistant  

We are happy to answer any questions you may have!

Contact:

Ashley Meyer, Classroom Assistant Coordinator 

alp@whatcomliteracy.org

Position:  Other Bank (OB) Distribution Volunteer 

Reports to:  OB Program Coordinator 

Summary:  The OB Distribution Volunteer helps with product distribution during the designated distribution times.  Provides friendly and patient customer service to patrons of the program.  Shift is once a week for 2 hours.   

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

Greet guests and helps them register and/or place order using the order form. 

Understands program criteria and rules and clearly explains them and answers questions. 

Fills guest orders from the form. 

Can make pleasant conversation with guests, is patient and helpful with non-native English speakers, welcoming and warm with all guests including children. 

Can hold to firm but gentle boundaries. 

Accept donations and follow all procedures for tracking and storing. 

Keep Other Bank tidy and organized. 

Requirements: 

Professional appearance and helpful, friendly manner. 

Must be punctual and dependable. 

Basic customer service skills and ability to serve in a busy environment. 

Basic computer skills preferred but not essential. 

Strong written and verbal communication skills, second language skills a plus but not required. 

Must be self-directed, willing to take direction and initiative, and be detail oriented. 

Must respect and maintain confidentiality of guests, donors, and other volunteers. 

Training and Supervision:  OB Volunteers receive the Volunteer Manual which outlines all policies and procedures for the position, and also receive in person training on their first day of service.  Follow up training is available as needed and questions are encouraged.  Volunteer is supervised by the OB Program Coordinator. 

Evaluation:  Informal, verbal evaluation occurs after the first month of service.  Check-ins with the Executive Director or Program Coordinator on performance, strengths and challenges occur annually. 

Time Commitment:  This position is a weekly 2-hour shift of service in-person at the Resource Center for a minimum of 6 months. 

Benefits: 

Want to spend some time with the Whatcom Land Trust Stewardship team and learn a bit more about some of the land trust conservation sites? Sign up for a Field Friday adventure! We have six seats open for volunteers to ride along for property monitoring, maintenance, and other stewardship activities. These are working days, and are not for the faint of heart! Volunteers should be prepared with tough, weather appropriate footwear and ready to walk several miles off-trail on rugged, uneven, brushy ground. While the traversing may be challenging, the rewards are immense. Volunteers will have the opportunity to visit parts of properties rarely (if ever!) seen by the public, learn about WLT’s stewardship goals and processes, and participate in restoration activities.

Transportation is provided. The truck will leave from the WLT office at 8 am and will return by 4 pm. Please pack a lunch, weather appropriate layers, and rain gear.

RSVP is required to participate on these field days. Please RSVP on our website. Because we plan our activities around the volunteers expected, we must receive 48 hours’ notice for any cancellations. No-shows or last minute cancellations will not be invited to participate again. The exact schedule may change due to weather concerns.

For a list of current Field Fridays and to RSVP, see: https://whatcomlandtrust.org/get-involved/field-fridays/

Work Parties are a great way to make a difference while learning about properties that contain important ecological benefits and how we restore these special places through stewardship. These events are generally held on Saturday mornings in the Spring and Fall from 9am to noon, allowing you to make a big impact in your community in just a few hours! All ages are welcome, and families are highly encouraged to join us. Please bring a reusable water bottle and enough snacks to keep you fueled throughout the event. Please go to https://whatcomlandtrust.org/get-involved/work-parties/ for more information on upcoming Whatcom Land Trust Work Parties. 

This committee provides guidance, oversight, and support to all major forms of donor planning, development, management, and reporting.

We believe everyone has the skills to fundraise, and incorporate fundraising training into our annual calendar. Help build community relationships that support equitable access to nature's benefits!

Commitment: meets monthly with a suggested one-year term.

Help care for a school garden in your neighborhood/area! Attend a volunteer orientation or scheduled volunteer hours and learn what to do, then volunteer on your own and take care of the school garden by watering, weeding, harvesting and beautifying! Volunteers under the age of 13 are very welcome but must bring an older sibling or an adult. Please note that not every garden is wheelchair accessible--but some are!

Please fill out our volunteer form to get started! Once you have filled out the volunteer form, you can navigate to your school's tab on our Sign Up Genius and sign up to volunteer! 

Please note there are different kinds of opportunities. Some schools have a scheduled time when you can garden with other volunteers (Birchwood, Cordata and Roosevelt in Bellingham; Nooksack and Sumas further east) if that's your jam or if you are just learning to garden and would like some guidance. Other schools have more independent volunteer opportunities. There's something for everyone! 

Come and have a sleepover with the children who are staying overnight at The Landing- an emergency placement house for children first entering foster care.  Overnight shifts are from 9pm-7am or 8pm-8am 7 days a week.

Volunteers are asked to serve for a minimum of once a month. We are open 24/7, Washington State does require a few things to complete before volunteering, so inquire about this opportunity and meet with our Volunteer Coordinator to get started! We look forward to meeting you!

The mission of Skookum Kids is to eliminate the pain points that make foster care so difficult, we do this by involving the whole community in the important work of child welfare.  Skookum Kids is a 501(c)3 non profit based in Bellingham, WA.  

Come and spend time with foster children who are staying at The Landing!

Every shift looks different at The Landing, since we have a high turn over rate of the children who come to stay.  We care for kids by providing them a safe and fun environment, participating in activities like Summit Trampoline Park, Creativitea, the movies, and LOTS of parks! 

Volunteers are asked to serve for a minimum of once a month. We are open 24/7 and have many shifts to suit your availability. Washington State does require a few things to complete before volunteering, so inquire about this opportunity and meet with our Volunteer Coordinator to get started!

The mission of Skookum Kids is to eliminate the pain points that make foster care so difficult, we do this by involving the whole community in the important work of child welfare.  Skookum Kids is a 501(c)3 non profit based in Bellingham, WA.  

This monthly event is an awesome (and easy!) way to support foster parents and caregivers in our community.  Volunteers are needed from 5:40-8:45 pm to provide childcare, snacks and games with kids while their caregivers take a few hours off! 

We are eager to host Family Night Out the first Friday in October and November this fall! 

This is a great volunteer opportunity for teens, students, families or large groups to volunteer together.  Please contact kayla@skookumkids.org with any questions and to sign up! 

We are looking for a club or volunteer to partner with us for an indoor or outdoor activity for middle school aged students visiting the store on early release day. Middle School students have enjoyed supervised outdoor activities, small art or book related activities, scavenger hunts, and other similar events in the past. 

We are looking for a club or volunteer to partner with us for an indoor or outdoor activity for middle school aged students visiting the store on early release day. Middle School students have enjoyed supervised outdoor activities, small art or book related activities, scavenger hunts, and other similar events in the past. 

We are looking for a club or volunteer to partner with us for an indoor or outdoor activity for middle school aged students visiting the store on early release day. Middle School students have enjoyed supervised outdoor activities, small art or book related activities, scavenger hunts, and other similar events in the past. 

We are looking for a club or volunteer to partner with us for an indoor or outdoor activity for middle school aged students visiting the store on early release day. Students have enjoyed supervised outdoor activities, small art or book related activities, scavenger hunts, and other similar events in the past. 

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.

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

We are the American Red Cross. Sleeves up. Hearts open. All in.

Home fires and other disasters can occur any time, any place. As a Disaster Action Team volunteer, you’ll provide emotional support, financial assistance, and information to help families begin the process of recovery.

We are looking for volunteers to join our team to be on-call purely for translation assistance to ensure we have the workforce able to serve our population. 

After your initial training and orientation, you will join a team of dedicated and passionate volunteers to be on-call when your language skills are needed. With experience and further training you can take on leadership and response coordination roles to have a wider impact. At the same time, you’ll be developing skills that you may choose to apply to larger-scale disaster response efforts with the Red Cross.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Time Commitment:

Minimum 8-hours per month

Requirements:

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!

Love meeting new people and photographing events? Love Civil Legal Aid and helping the community? This is the role for you! 

LAW Advocates is seeking a volunteer photographer to help out at our summer events such as; 

1. Bingo Night at Roam Coffee + Beer, Saturday, June 14th from 6 - 8 

2. Volunteer Appreciation Party in Bellingham on Wednesday, June 18th, from 4 - 7 

3. Pint Night at Aslan Brewing on Thursday, July 31st from 4 - 6 

Photos from events will be used on LAW Advocates' social media platforms and website. We will give credit to the photographer on any platform. Volunteer should bring their own equipment. We're not looking for anything fancy, just some nice photos of our wonderful community in action.  Thank you! 

We are looking for people to join Cascade Connections' Board of Directors! Candidates should share Cascade Connections' commitment to empowering people with disabilities. 

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For over 40 years, our volunteer board has been the strategic heart of Cascade Connections, ensuring that our work with individuals with disabilities delivers real results, responds to changes in our community, and meets the highest ethical standards.

Board members attend bi-monthly Board meetings and participate actively in agency committees, including fundraising and advocacy. Estimated monthly time commitment: 6-8 hours

To learn more about this opportunity, please check out our website: https://cascadeconnections.org/about-us/board-of-directors/

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!

Do you have a heart for helping others and want to volunteer from home?

Disaster Duty Officers document disaster notifications and verify events, dispatch disaster action team (DAT) responders and monitor the response. May activate health services, mental health or public affairs. 

Preferred qualifications:

Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in complex and stressful situations.

Demonstrated leadership and communication skills, speak clearly on phone and in person.

Ability to remotely monitor and track details of DAT responses.

Comfortable with technology. This is an on-call position that virtually supports the disaster action team. Self-selected shifts are typically either 12 hours (business hours or after hours) or 24 hours, depending on location. 

Sleeves up. Heart open. All in.

Ready to make a difference? Please visit www.redcross.org/volunteer.

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.

We are the American Red Cross. Sleeves up. Hearts open. All in.

Home fires and other disasters can occur any time, any place. As a Disaster Action Team volunteer, you’ll provide emotional support, financial assistance, and information to help families begin the process of recovery.

We are looking for volunteers to join our team to be on-call purely for translation assistance to ensure we have the workforce able to serve our population.

After your initial training and orientation, you will join a team of dedicated and passionate volunteers to be on-call when your language skills are needed. With experience and further training you can take on leadership and response coordination roles to have a wider impact. At the same time, you’ll be developing skills that you may choose to apply to larger-scale disaster response efforts with the Red Cross.

Many disaster action team volunteers share these life experiences and skills:

Ready to Make a Difference? Get started by visiting www.redcross.org/dat

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Time Commitment:

Minimum 8-hours per month

Requirements:

Have an active license in one of the following: Registered Nurse (RN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Paramedic, Medical Doctor (MD), Doctor of Osteopathy (DO), Physician Assistant (PA), Nurse Practitioner (NP), Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)

Workers needed to help construct tiny homes

Do you have good driving skills and some time to serve others?  We need you.

Gardenview Village occasionally needs volunteers to transport guests to appointments, the grocery store, and other necessary locations. We would like to have a list of trained and dedicated volunteers with whom we can coordinate scheduling ahead of time to ensure dependable transportation to appointments is available when needed.   

This volunteer opportunity can be scheduled based on your available frequency.  We welcome daily, weekly, or monthly transporters' commitments.  Along with providing transportation to our guests, this experience offers the opportunity to form a positive connection and the potential for relationship building.  

The Gardenview Village van will be available for the transporters to drive, but for insurance purposes, it requires the following to be on file for each driver:

Completed volunteer application
Approved background check (Road2Home will do this)
Driver's Abstract Report (Volunteer requests this and provides a copy to Road2Home.  Road2Home will reimburse volunteers for the $15 fee associated with this report.
Copy of valid driver's license
Completion of Road2Home Volunteer Training 

We're excited to have you join our volunteer team!  To start your journey with Road2Home, click the link below to begin the application process.

We need volunteers to help facilitate activities and socials for people living with dementia. As a volunteer, you will help set up for activities, greet caregivers and their loved ones, facilitate games like Bingo, chair stretching, and arts and crafts! We are looking for a patient and kind person, preferably someone who has experience interacting with people with dementia. 

Join us at Amy's Place! We need friendly and warm volunteers at our front desk to greet people at the door, check in caregivers and their loved ones to our social day programs, direct people to our resource center or show them around Amy's Place! 

We are seeking someone who is friendly, warm, and looking to make positive difference in the world! Join our welcoming team today! 

Exciting news! Opportunity Council’s Volunteer Chore Program is expanding to include Whidbey Island this spring. We’re connecting amazing volunteers with low-income older adults & people with disabilities who need a helping hand with things like yard care, grocery runs, dog walking, etc. so they can stay independent in their homes.

Join Our Team as Volunteer Coordinator!

Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? Do you excel at organizing people and ensuring everything runs smoothly? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

About Us:

At the Blaine Food Bank, we’re committed to fighting hunger and supporting our community. With the help of dedicated volunteers, we provide food assistance to those in need. We’re seeking a dynamic and organized Volunteer Coordinator to help us manage and motivate our volunteer team.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee a team of approximately 50 volunteers, coordinating diverse tasks such as food sorting, packaging, distribution, and administrative support.

Develop and maintain volunteer schedules to ensure smooth operations.

Track volunteer participation and maintain accurate records.

Qualifications:

Strong organizational skills.

Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Passion for community service and making a difference.

Link to volunteer application:  

https://forms.office.com/r/7YMLR1HMzs

Do you have experience driving a box truck or other large vehicle? Do you have some time to volunteer within our community? One day a week......or more!

BLAINE FOOD BANK NEEDS YOU!!!

We are looking for dedicated individuals that are interested in driving food bank vehicles to grocery stores to pick up donated food. This is a physically active position and requires a valid driver's license and experience in driving a box van or similar large vehicle. Drivers and driver assistants are needed 7 days per week for multiple vehicles. Shifts are available on a recurring regular basis and are usually 8am - noon.

Every day is a new adventure with many other great volunteers working hard to provide food to families in need in our community.

Complete a volunteer application at this link:

https://forms.office.com/r/7YMLR1HMzs

We have an ongoing need for various (gently used) kitchen supplies including plates, bowls, cups, coffee mugs, silverware, beverage pitchers, etc. 

About the Position:

Group program support volunteers will assist program managers and recreation leaders in supporting teens and adults with developmental disabilities in community-based recreation programs. This will provide members with the opportunity to achieve greater independence, experience personal growth, have fun, improve their health, and build friendships in a safe and inclusive environment. This is a direct-service position that supports Max Higbee Center members in engaging in a wide range of recreational activities.

Reports To: 

Community Outreach Coordinator for onboarding, scheduling, ongoing encouragement and support  

Recreation Leaders and Program Managers for ongoing training, guidance, direction, and support during volunteer shifts

The Whatcom Literacy Council offers free tutoring services to adult learners from all walks of life. Sometimes we get requests from learners in the community who have identified themselves as having Autism or intellectual disabilities. In order to best serve their unique needs and provide the right kind of learning environment for success, these individuals would benefit from the tutoring support of volunteers who have experience in special education and/or adults with intellectual disabilities.  If you have experience in these areas or know someone who is who may be interested in volunteering for our organization as a tutor, please get in touch with:

Ashley Meyer, Adult Literacy Program Coordinator
alp@whatcomliteracy.org
360.306.1612

If you would like to learn more about our programs before committing, please take a look at our website at https://www.whatcomliteracy.org/one-to-one-tutor

The Whatcom Literacy Council is a member of ProLiteracy America, and a United Way partner agency.  We provide free one-to-one tutoring and small classes. Our tutors can work with learners throughout Whatcom County at a public meeting place and at times that fit our learners' busy schedules. 

Are you a friendly, outgoing sort, who enjoys chatting with people and getting them excited about a great cause? We need YOU to join our squad of ready-to-go outreach table volunteers.

We often participate in various info fair settings, as well as info table opportunities at other community events, businesses, and venues -- all fantastic opportunities to educate the public in person and 1:1 on our many exciting initiatives, sign people up for our e-newsletter and, most importantly, generate interest in volunteering and/or donating to support our work. You might be the first person a member of the community talks with about us, and you never know who might get involved because of you! Let us know if you're interested in being trained and on-call for this essential role!