Needs From: Western Washington University

Volunteer: Court Ordered Community Service Hours

Court Ordered volunteers are welcome at The RE Store! Join our environmental nonprofit and assist in saving materials from entering the waste-stream. Assist with incoming donations, keeping the store clean and organized, helping customers load purchases, and distributing materials throughout the store.  Learn about reuse while you fullfill your court ordered community service.  Stop by and fill out an application today! *Generally we do not accept those who have been convicted of theft or a violent crime*

Agency: THE RE Store

Court Ordered volunteers are welcome at The RE Store! Join our environmental nonprofit and assist in saving materials from entering the waste-stream. Assist with incoming donations, keeping the store clean and organized, helping customers load purchases, and distributing materials throughout the store.  Learn about reuse while you fullfill your court ordered community service.  Stop by and fill out an application today! *Generally we do not accept those who have been convicted of theft or a violent crime*

Agency: THE RE Store

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98225

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: RE-Store Retail & Merchandising Volunteer

Do you love organizing and arranging things in an aesthetically pleasing way? We have a position for you! Our retail/presentation volunteer will maintain the sales floor with emphasis on safety issues, presentation, and display of materials. Tasks include:

Efficiently arrange and display materials throughout store for optimal use of space and aesthetic presentation Assist customers in locating materials and loading out purchases Monitor store for safety issues - cluttered aisles, tippy cabinets, trip hazards, head dangers, broken glass, etc. *Long term volunteers receive 20% discount to the store while working with us!

Stop by The RE Store to fill out an application or contact us for more info. 

Agency: THE RE Store

Do you love organizing and arranging things in an aesthetically pleasing way? We have a position for you! Our retail/presentation volunteer will maintain the sales floor with emphasis on safety issues, presentation, and display of materials. Tasks include:

Efficiently arrange and display materials throughout store for optimal use of space and aesthetic presentation Assist customers in locating materials and loading out purchases Monitor store for safety issues - cluttered aisles, tippy cabinets, trip hazards, head dangers, broken glass, etc. *Long term volunteers receive 20% discount to the store while working with us!

Stop by The RE Store to fill out an application or contact us for more info. 

Agency: THE RE Store

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98225

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: RE-Store REuse Volunteer

Do you enjoy working with building materials and the concept of reuse? The RE Store is looking for volunteers that want to help us with our mission; diverting materials from the waste stream while promoting resuse and sustainable building practices in Whatcom County.

Volunteers would be helping us with the following:

Organize and clean the store and outside storage areas Assist in sorting and merchandising incoming merchandise Direct customers with questions and assist with unloading and loading of materials Learn about sustainability, recycling, and reuse Disassemble doors, process paint, and help staff with daily operations *Long term volunteers receive 20% discount to the store while working with us!

Stop by the store today to fill out an application or contact us for more info!

Agency: THE RE Store

Do you enjoy working with building materials and the concept of reuse? The RE Store is looking for volunteers that want to help us with our mission; diverting materials from the waste stream while promoting resuse and sustainable building practices in Whatcom County.

Volunteers would be helping us with the following:

Organize and clean the store and outside storage areas Assist in sorting and merchandising incoming merchandise Direct customers with questions and assist with unloading and loading of materials Learn about sustainability, recycling, and reuse Disassemble doors, process paint, and help staff with daily operations *Long term volunteers receive 20% discount to the store while working with us!

Stop by the store today to fill out an application or contact us for more info!

Agency: THE RE Store

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98225

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Cheerleader, Guide & Mentor

Did you know.....

At any given time, approximately 10 percent of girls are Girl Scouts, and it’s interesting to know that:

80 percent of women business owners were Girl Scouts. 69 percent of female U.S. Senators were Girl Scouts. 67 percent of female members of the House of Representatives were Girl Scouts. Virtually every female astronaut who has flown in space was a Girl Scout.

Help her unleash her inner leader. Check out ways to volunteer.

Prepare her for a lifetime of leadership, and be the mentor she needs.

As a volunteer, you’ll introduce girls to new experiences that show them they’re capable of more than they ever imagined. They’ll each find their inner G.I.R.L. (Go-getter, Innovator, Risk-Taker, Leader)™ after all!

You’ll be their cheerleader, guide, and mentor, helping them develop essential life skills and confidence that will last a lifetime. Imagine the excitement, the impact, the memories made—those are the moments you’ll share at Girl Scouts.

There's lots of different ways you can help her shine!

Be the troop leader that supports her every week—the one that watches her smile get bigger as she grows more confident. Mentor a Girl Scout Cookie Professional during cookie season so she can earn enough to reach the goals she and her troop set. Or work with other adults to provide the kind of behind-the-scenes support that makes it possible for her to make amazing new memories at Girl Scouts.

Whether you can give a few hours, a few weeks, or a few months, volunteering with Girl Scouts is flexible and fun. We have on-line training available as well as a strong community of dedicated volunteers to support you!

Agency: Girl Scouts of Western Washington

Did you know.....

At any given time, approximately 10 percent of girls are Girl Scouts, and it’s interesting to know that:

80 percent of women business owners were Girl Scouts. 69 percent of female U.S. Senators were Girl Scouts. 67 percent of female members of the House of Representatives were Girl Scouts. Virtually every female astronaut who has flown in space was a Girl Scout.

Help her unleash her inner leader. Check out ways to volunteer.

Prepare her for a lifetime of leadership, and be the mentor she needs.

As a volunteer, you’ll introduce girls to new experiences that show them they’re capable of more than they ever imagined. They’ll each find their inner G.I.R.L. (Go-getter, Innovator, Risk-Taker, Leader)™ after all!

You’ll be their cheerleader, guide, and mentor, helping them develop essential life skills and confidence that will last a lifetime. Imagine the excitement, the impact, the memories made—those are the moments you’ll share at Girl Scouts.

There's lots of different ways you can help her shine!

Be the troop leader that supports her every week—the one that watches her smile get bigger as she grows more confident. Mentor a Girl Scout Cookie Professional during cookie season so she can earn enough to reach the goals she and her troop set. Or work with other adults to provide the kind of behind-the-scenes support that makes it possible for her to make amazing new memories at Girl Scouts.

Whether you can give a few hours, a few weeks, or a few months, volunteering with Girl Scouts is flexible and fun. We have on-line training available as well as a strong community of dedicated volunteers to support you!

Agency: Girl Scouts of Western Washington

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >18 years old

Zip Code: 98226

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Why volunteer with Jr. Achievement of Washington?

Make a difference! Empower students in our local schools by helping them learn valuable lessons that will greatly impact their futures!  When you volunteer for Junior Achievement, you enjoy the satisfaction of educating children in the topics of financial literacy, work readiness, and entrepreneurship in grades K-12. Through fun and engaging hands-on school programs, JA inspires students to dream big and reach their potential.  Be a part of this!

Our programs allow volunteers to visit a classroom once a week for 4-6 consecutive weeks, teaching content for 30-45 minutes per visit or you may deliver the lessons in one week for 4-5 consecutive days. We also have several JA in a Day opportunities throughout the school year, where programs are delivered in one day.

If providing financial education to students sounds like the perfect fit for you, please contact Regional Director, Carmen Marttila Email: carmenm@jawashington.org 

                     

Agency: Junior Achievement

Make a difference! Empower students in our local schools by helping them learn valuable lessons that will greatly impact their futures!  When you volunteer for Junior Achievement, you enjoy the satisfaction of educating children in the topics of financial literacy, work readiness, and entrepreneurship in grades K-12. Through fun and engaging hands-on school programs, JA inspires students to dream big and reach their potential.  Be a part of this!

Our programs allow volunteers to visit a classroom once a week for 4-6 consecutive weeks, teaching content for 30-45 minutes per visit or you may deliver the lessons in one week for 4-5 consecutive days. We also have several JA in a Day opportunities throughout the school year, where programs are delivered in one day.

If providing financial education to students sounds like the perfect fit for you, please contact Regional Director, Carmen Marttila Email: carmenm@jawashington.org 

                     

Agency: Junior Achievement

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98225

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Therapeutic Foster Parent

We are looking for people interested in learning about the urgent need to increase therapeutic foster care placements within their community and how they can help. If you are of the belief that communities should take care of some of its most vulnerable youth and are interested in helping, please contact us. If you are interested in becoming a licensed parent, have an extra bedroom in your home, and live in Skagit, Whatcom, Snohomish, or Island County– fantastic! There’s a big need. We would love to meet you. 

 

Agency: Youthnet

We are looking for people interested in learning about the urgent need to increase therapeutic foster care placements within their community and how they can help. If you are of the belief that communities should take care of some of its most vulnerable youth and are interested in helping, please contact us. If you are interested in becoming a licensed parent, have an extra bedroom in your home, and live in Skagit, Whatcom, Snohomish, or Island County– fantastic! There’s a big need. We would love to meet you. 

 

Agency: Youthnet

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98273

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Traditional Foster Parent

One way to become familiar with therapeutic foster care is to start off by providing traditional foster care. Gaining foster care experience and learning more about trauma and behaviors with foster kids with fewer behaviors can be a good way to start. If you are interested in becoming a licensed parent, have an extra bedroom in your home, and live in Skagit, Whatcom, Snohomish, San Juan, or Island County– fantastic! There’s a big need. We would love to meet you.

 

Agency: Youthnet

One way to become familiar with therapeutic foster care is to start off by providing traditional foster care. Gaining foster care experience and learning more about trauma and behaviors with foster kids with fewer behaviors can be a good way to start. If you are interested in becoming a licensed parent, have an extra bedroom in your home, and live in Skagit, Whatcom, Snohomish, San Juan, or Island County– fantastic! There’s a big need. We would love to meet you.

 

Agency: Youthnet

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98273

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: women's song circle welcome gathering

You are invited to Come join us, as we gather together in a circle of women singing.

This is a twice monthly time of sharing, and learning new songs.

all women are welcome

come see what women with wings is all about,

as we welcome you to the circle.

1st and 3rd Tueday every month   6:30 pm to 8 pm

Agency: Bellingham Women with Wings

You are invited to Come join us, as we gather together in a circle of women singing.

This is a twice monthly time of sharing, and learning new songs.

all women are welcome

come see what women with wings is all about,

as we welcome you to the circle.

1st and 3rd Tueday every month   6:30 pm to 8 pm

Agency: Bellingham Women with Wings

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98225

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Dishwasher at Lynden Senior Center

Clear and wash dishes from noon meal at community/senior center using commercial dish washing machine (training provided).  Hours approximately 11:30 am - 1:30 pm. one or more days a week. Currently have an opening on Fridays, and substitutes for other days.

A Washington State Food Worker Card is required ($10 for a 2-year card) and can be obtained online at home or the senior center (technical assistance available).    

 

Agency: Lynden Community/Senior Center

Clear and wash dishes from noon meal at community/senior center using commercial dish washing machine (training provided).  Hours approximately 11:30 am - 1:30 pm. one or more days a week. Currently have an opening on Fridays, and substitutes for other days.

A Washington State Food Worker Card is required ($10 for a 2-year card) and can be obtained online at home or the senior center (technical assistance available).    

 

Agency: Lynden Community/Senior Center

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >16 years old

Zip Code: 98264

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Delivered Meals Driver for home bound seniors

Deliver hot meals to home bound seniors in the Lynden area.   This service not only provides a ready to eat, freshly prepared meal, but also a friendly contact and check-in each week day. One or more days a week, Monday - Friday, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.  Currently needed for Tuesdays and on call substitutes for all days.  Requires use of your own insured vehicle (mileage reimbursement available).  Familiarity with the Lynden/North county area is helpful, but not essential.



Agency: Lynden Community/Senior Center

Deliver hot meals to home bound seniors in the Lynden area.   This service not only provides a ready to eat, freshly prepared meal, but also a friendly contact and check-in each week day. One or more days a week, Monday - Friday, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.  Currently needed for Tuesdays and on call substitutes for all days.  Requires use of your own insured vehicle (mileage reimbursement available).  Familiarity with the Lynden/North county area is helpful, but not essential.



Agency: Lynden Community/Senior Center

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >18 years old

Zip Code: 98264

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Kitchen Help at senior center

Assist cooking staff in preparing noon meal at community/senior center, one or more days a week, (open Monday through Friday).  Hours are approximately 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.  Must have or obtain Food Worker Card at www.foodworkercard.wa.gov. (Computer assistance available at the Center)            The card is good for 2 years and costs $10.  

 

Agency: Lynden Community/Senior Center

Assist cooking staff in preparing noon meal at community/senior center, one or more days a week, (open Monday through Friday).  Hours are approximately 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.  Must have or obtain Food Worker Card at www.foodworkercard.wa.gov. (Computer assistance available at the Center)            The card is good for 2 years and costs $10.  

 

Agency: Lynden Community/Senior Center

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >16 years old

Zip Code: 98264

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Help keep Kids and Parents connected!

Position Title: Visit Supervisor                  

Program: Supervised Visitation Program

Total Hours: At least 1.5 hours/week (1 hour visit/week plus 15 min before and after visit)

Reports to: Program Coordinator

About the WDRC

The Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center (WDRC) is a local 501c3 nonprofit organization serving the people of Whatcom County since 1992. Our vision is for Whatcom County to be a community in which people deal with conflict in creative and healthy ways.

Position Description

The Visit Supervisor monitors visits between non-custodial/non-residential parents and children when the Court has determined that supervision of visits is necessary, or when the parents/guardians have agreed to supervision.

 

Responsibilities:

Participate in initial program orientation Agree and successfully adhere to program policies and procedures Prepare for visits by becoming familiar with the screening information in the client file prior to the first visit Meet, as scheduled by the Program Coordinator, with each parent/adult and child(ren) prior to the first visit, so as to be introduced to all parties and pave the way for visits Provide supervision of visits as scheduled, when stipulated by Court Order or agreed to by the parents/guardians Maintain written records of each visit re: date, duration of visit, identity of attendees, and brief, non-evaluative observation on the visit Report to and maintain contact with the Supervised Visitation Program Coordinator on a regular basis to maintain appropriate two-way communication on any questions, concerns, or problems regarding assigned visits, particularly regarding safety Maintain up-to-date awareness of program policies and procedures and attend volunteer meetings and in-service trainings as scheduled Volunteers should have at least 1.5 hours available during one of the following days/times: Tuesday-Thursday 3pm-7:30pm and Saturdays 8:30am-3pm due to our visit schedule.  

 

REQUIRED Skills & Experience:

Be at least 18 years of age, and have High School diploma or GED certificate Submit to and pass Washington State Patrol Background Check and Sex Offender Registry Check Satisfactorily complete volunteer application, screening interview, and training Submit two personal references which attest to qualities of dependability, responsibility, trustworthiness, and compassion Demonstrate thorough application, interview, references, and training that the applicant possesses appropriate skills and necessary personal traits to be a sensitive, dependable, and effective Supervisor

 

Be able to commit to Supervised Visitation Program for minimum of 6-l2 months (12 months or longer preferred) High level of professionalism and ability to maintain confidentiality, appropriate boundaries, and handle sensitive information Commitment to respecting individual differences and serving diverse populations Strong decision making and communication skills Supportive attitude, flexibility, and ability to handle complex and stressful situations Observant, diplomatic, and tactfully assertive Enjoys working with children

 

Preferred Skills & Experience:

Understanding of dynamics involved in separation, divorce, domestic violence, child abuse, child welfare, mental health, and substance abuse Understanding of child development needs Insightful regarding own attitudes, biases, limits

 

Agency: Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center

Position Title: Visit Supervisor                  

Program: Supervised Visitation Program

Total Hours: At least 1.5 hours/week (1 hour visit/week plus 15 min before and after visit)

Reports to: Program Coordinator

About the WDRC

The Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center (WDRC) is a local 501c3 nonprofit organization serving the people of Whatcom County since 1992. Our vision is for Whatcom County to be a community in which people deal with conflict in creative and healthy ways.

Position Description

The Visit Supervisor monitors visits between non-custodial/non-residential parents and children when the Court has determined that supervision of visits is necessary, or when the parents/guardians have agreed to supervision.

 

Responsibilities:

Participate in initial program orientation Agree and successfully adhere to program policies and procedures Prepare for visits by becoming familiar with the screening information in the client file prior to the first visit Meet, as scheduled by the Program Coordinator, with each parent/adult and child(ren) prior to the first visit, so as to be introduced to all parties and pave the way for visits Provide supervision of visits as scheduled, when stipulated by Court Order or agreed to by the parents/guardians Maintain written records of each visit re: date, duration of visit, identity of attendees, and brief, non-evaluative observation on the visit Report to and maintain contact with the Supervised Visitation Program Coordinator on a regular basis to maintain appropriate two-way communication on any questions, concerns, or problems regarding assigned visits, particularly regarding safety Maintain up-to-date awareness of program policies and procedures and attend volunteer meetings and in-service trainings as scheduled Volunteers should have at least 1.5 hours available during one of the following days/times: Tuesday-Thursday 3pm-7:30pm and Saturdays 8:30am-3pm due to our visit schedule.  

 

REQUIRED Skills & Experience:

Be at least 18 years of age, and have High School diploma or GED certificate Submit to and pass Washington State Patrol Background Check and Sex Offender Registry Check Satisfactorily complete volunteer application, screening interview, and training Submit two personal references which attest to qualities of dependability, responsibility, trustworthiness, and compassion Demonstrate thorough application, interview, references, and training that the applicant possesses appropriate skills and necessary personal traits to be a sensitive, dependable, and effective Supervisor

 

Be able to commit to Supervised Visitation Program for minimum of 6-l2 months (12 months or longer preferred) High level of professionalism and ability to maintain confidentiality, appropriate boundaries, and handle sensitive information Commitment to respecting individual differences and serving diverse populations Strong decision making and communication skills Supportive attitude, flexibility, and ability to handle complex and stressful situations Observant, diplomatic, and tactfully assertive Enjoys working with children

 

Preferred Skills & Experience:

Understanding of dynamics involved in separation, divorce, domestic violence, child abuse, child welfare, mental health, and substance abuse Understanding of child development needs Insightful regarding own attitudes, biases, limits

 

Agency: Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >18 years old

Zip Code: 98226

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Media / Press Posting Manager

BMAG tries to maintain a robust advertising presence in local printed media. We need a volunteer to take the lead in this effort.

This requires a desktop or laptop computer, internet access and decision making & editing skills to copy / paste the appropriate information to the Media in the format(s) they request.  

Responsibilities

Publish the supplied Information to various Print and Online media outlets.

Examples include; the Bellingham Herald, Bellingham Alive, NW Entertainment Weekly, Cascadia Weekly, Whatcom Watch, Western Front, KGMI, etc. as requested.

Explore new advertising opportunities.

Note: Extensive assistance and guidance will be provided by the Communications Chair and the retiring Media Posting Mgr for someone interested in learning how to do this very important & critical position.  You do not have to live in Bellingham to do this role.

For more information click here

Agency: Bellingham Metal Arts Guild (BMAG)

BMAG tries to maintain a robust advertising presence in local printed media. We need a volunteer to take the lead in this effort.

This requires a desktop or laptop computer, internet access and decision making & editing skills to copy / paste the appropriate information to the Media in the format(s) they request.  

Responsibilities

Publish the supplied Information to various Print and Online media outlets.

Examples include; the Bellingham Herald, Bellingham Alive, NW Entertainment Weekly, Cascadia Weekly, Whatcom Watch, Western Front, KGMI, etc. as requested.

Explore new advertising opportunities.

Note: Extensive assistance and guidance will be provided by the Communications Chair and the retiring Media Posting Mgr for someone interested in learning how to do this very important & critical position.  You do not have to live in Bellingham to do this role.

For more information click here

Agency: Bellingham Metal Arts Guild (BMAG)

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98225

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Feed Those in Need 1X per Month, Get a Lifetime of Kindness

Volunteer at Bellingham Community Meal Program (BCMP)

Bellingham Community Meal Program serves hot, nutritious FREE meals on the last Saturday of the month from January through October at Assumption Church, 2116 Cornwell Ave. Meals are for anyone who is hungry in our community and the county.

2-3 Hour Shifts, Once per Month

Individuals and groups can volunteer for a 2-3 hour shift between the hours of 8am and 5pm. Come once or come every month (or for any number of times that works for you).

All volunteers are invited to help us create a welcoming environment for our guests. BCMP strives to make our setting feel more like a restaurant than a soup kitchen, and much of this depends on our volunteers treating guests with dignity and respect. Volunteers may be doing any of the following activities: preparing food and/or cooking, setting up the dining room, serving beverages, serving food, bussing or resetting tables, washing dishes or pots and pans, assisting in the kitchen, taking down tables and chairs, cleaning up the dining hall and the kitchen areas.

Families are Welcome to Volunteer with their Kids

This is a site where there is work to do for people between the ages of 8 and 95!

Opportunity Type  Categories

1/2 Day x   One-Time x   Long-term/ongoing x   Food/Hunger Relief x   Youth Appropriate x   Meal Preparation/Service x   Weekend x 

Meal Dates

January 28

February 25

March 25

April 29

May 27

June 24

July 29

August 26

September 30

October 28

Your Next Step

Click on RESPOND and Kasey will be in touch with you.

OR


Contact Kasey Potzler directly at:

volunteerbcmp@gmail.com or 360-647-5114

 

Agency: Bellingham Community Meal Program

Volunteer at Bellingham Community Meal Program (BCMP)

Bellingham Community Meal Program serves hot, nutritious FREE meals on the last Saturday of the month from January through October at Assumption Church, 2116 Cornwell Ave. Meals are for anyone who is hungry in our community and the county.

2-3 Hour Shifts, Once per Month

Individuals and groups can volunteer for a 2-3 hour shift between the hours of 8am and 5pm. Come once or come every month (or for any number of times that works for you).

All volunteers are invited to help us create a welcoming environment for our guests. BCMP strives to make our setting feel more like a restaurant than a soup kitchen, and much of this depends on our volunteers treating guests with dignity and respect. Volunteers may be doing any of the following activities: preparing food and/or cooking, setting up the dining room, serving beverages, serving food, bussing or resetting tables, washing dishes or pots and pans, assisting in the kitchen, taking down tables and chairs, cleaning up the dining hall and the kitchen areas.

Families are Welcome to Volunteer with their Kids

This is a site where there is work to do for people between the ages of 8 and 95!

Opportunity Type  Categories

1/2 Day x   One-Time x   Long-term/ongoing x   Food/Hunger Relief x   Youth Appropriate x   Meal Preparation/Service x   Weekend x 

Meal Dates

January 28

February 25

March 25

April 29

May 27

June 24

July 29

August 26

September 30

October 28

Your Next Step

Click on RESPOND and Kasey will be in touch with you.

OR


Contact Kasey Potzler directly at:

volunteerbcmp@gmail.com or 360-647-5114

 

Agency: Bellingham Community Meal Program

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: 1 years old

Zip Code: 98225

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Volunteers to Greet Visitors

Retired or just a citizen to help at the Chamber Office/Visitor Center
Also looking for Birch Bay Area students for once a week shift to greet Tourist



Agency: Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce

Retired or just a citizen to help at the Chamber Office/Visitor Center
Also looking for Birch Bay Area students for once a week shift to greet Tourist



Agency: Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >18 years old

Zip Code: 98230

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Case Managers for Alternative Humane Society.

Alternative Humane Society needs Case Managers in various Bellingham and Whatcom County neighborhoods. The job of the case manager is to find the perfect match for each dog he or she is case managing. You will work with various foster homes keeping an open line of communication to ensure the dog is progressing socially and getting up to date on all vaccinations and medical care at our pre-chosen vet clinics, as well as up to date training and daily exercise. You will write an enticing Petfinder.com and Adoptapet.com bio and take flattering pictures of the dog with the help of the dogs' foster parents. You will ensure the dogs' traits and needs are met and that the dog is adopted into a home that is a perfect match for each individual case. You will respond to each applicant whether it be a match or not and set up meet n greets with good candidates. You will abide by Alternative Humane Society policies and procedures to rehome various dogs in need. You will supply foster homes with various supplies, treats, food, etc. provided by the organization. Majority of duties can be completed via email. Occasional transport and presence at events is required. Saving the lives of dogs is a very rewarding volunteer job and you will continue to gain knowledge and create bonds throughout your volunteer time with AHS.

If you are interested in becoming a case manager please let us know. We will initially contact you via email, unless you otherwise specify, so please remember to check your spam email folder.

Click  below to get connected to this volunteer opportunity. This will send notification of your interest in learning more and provides your contact information for this agency's volunteer coordinator. 

Agency: Alternative Humane Society

Alternative Humane Society needs Case Managers in various Bellingham and Whatcom County neighborhoods. The job of the case manager is to find the perfect match for each dog he or she is case managing. You will work with various foster homes keeping an open line of communication to ensure the dog is progressing socially and getting up to date on all vaccinations and medical care at our pre-chosen vet clinics, as well as up to date training and daily exercise. You will write an enticing Petfinder.com and Adoptapet.com bio and take flattering pictures of the dog with the help of the dogs' foster parents. You will ensure the dogs' traits and needs are met and that the dog is adopted into a home that is a perfect match for each individual case. You will respond to each applicant whether it be a match or not and set up meet n greets with good candidates. You will abide by Alternative Humane Society policies and procedures to rehome various dogs in need. You will supply foster homes with various supplies, treats, food, etc. provided by the organization. Majority of duties can be completed via email. Occasional transport and presence at events is required. Saving the lives of dogs is a very rewarding volunteer job and you will continue to gain knowledge and create bonds throughout your volunteer time with AHS.

If you are interested in becoming a case manager please let us know. We will initially contact you via email, unless you otherwise specify, so please remember to check your spam email folder.

Click  below to get connected to this volunteer opportunity. This will send notification of your interest in learning more and provides your contact information for this agency's volunteer coordinator. 

Agency: Alternative Humane Society

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >18 years old

Zip Code: 98227

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Event Manager

Help give maximum exposure to our adoptable dogs by ensuring we are in attendance to the various community events.

Communicate with board of directors to make decisions on which events we will do. Be the point of contact for registering AHS to events (email and phone calls) Keep a calendar of all upcoming events Decide or identify who will be the Event Coordinator for a particular event (event manager does not need to be at each event!) Notify volunteer coordinator of event calendar and needs (number of volunteers, number of dogs, etc.) Make assignment list for event coordinator of the event Make a list of dogs attending for check in/check out purposes

 

The following would be assigned to the event coordinator for each event:

Gather all things together and organize for event. This involves going to storage. Also, needs may change with different events; sometimes we need the tent or portable table. Ensure everything goes back into the proper containers or assign someone to do this.

  Are you friendly, detail oriented, interested in spreading the word about dog rescue and love animals? 

Click   below to get connected to this volunteer opportunity. This will send notification of your interest in learning more and provides your contact information for this agency's volunteer coordinator. 

Agency: Alternative Humane Society

Help give maximum exposure to our adoptable dogs by ensuring we are in attendance to the various community events.

Communicate with board of directors to make decisions on which events we will do. Be the point of contact for registering AHS to events (email and phone calls) Keep a calendar of all upcoming events Decide or identify who will be the Event Coordinator for a particular event (event manager does not need to be at each event!) Notify volunteer coordinator of event calendar and needs (number of volunteers, number of dogs, etc.) Make assignment list for event coordinator of the event Make a list of dogs attending for check in/check out purposes

 

The following would be assigned to the event coordinator for each event:

Gather all things together and organize for event. This involves going to storage. Also, needs may change with different events; sometimes we need the tent or portable table. Ensure everything goes back into the proper containers or assign someone to do this.

  Are you friendly, detail oriented, interested in spreading the word about dog rescue and love animals? 

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Agency: Alternative Humane Society

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >18 years old

Zip Code: 98227

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Board Member

AHS is always looking for board members to join us!

 

If you would like to check our how we work first, we hold our monthly meeting every first Tuesdays of the month.

 

Checkout our website: WWW.ALTERNATIVEHUMANESOCIETY.COM

Agency: Alternative Humane Society

AHS is always looking for board members to join us!

 

If you would like to check our how we work first, we hold our monthly meeting every first Tuesdays of the month.

 

Checkout our website: WWW.ALTERNATIVEHUMANESOCIETY.COM

Agency: Alternative Humane Society

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98227

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Meeting support - minutes

The Whatcom Parks and Recreation Foundation is looking for a volunteer to take minutes at their monthly board meeting.  Board meetings are held on the third Friday of every month, 8:30 am - 10:00 am. at Bellewood Acres on the Guide Meridian north of Bellingham.

The ideal candidate should:

Have an interest in local parks, trails, and recreation opportunities Be available to attend the monthly board meeting Provide own transportation to and from meetins Have experience keeping formal meeting minutes in a corporate, government, or non-profit setting Have access to a laptop and data storage to record minutes Time to edit and return minutes to the Foundation within one week

Please contact us if you have any questions or interest in this volunteer role.  Thank you!

Agency: Whatcom Parks and Recreation Foundation

The Whatcom Parks and Recreation Foundation is looking for a volunteer to take minutes at their monthly board meeting.  Board meetings are held on the third Friday of every month, 8:30 am - 10:00 am. at Bellewood Acres on the Guide Meridian north of Bellingham.

The ideal candidate should:

Have an interest in local parks, trails, and recreation opportunities Be available to attend the monthly board meeting Provide own transportation to and from meetins Have experience keeping formal meeting minutes in a corporate, government, or non-profit setting Have access to a laptop and data storage to record minutes Time to edit and return minutes to the Foundation within one week

Please contact us if you have any questions or interest in this volunteer role.  Thank you!

Agency: Whatcom Parks and Recreation Foundation

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >18 years old

Zip Code: 98226

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Board Member

We are looking for committed and passionate individuals to join our Board of Directors.  The Board members provide oversight of The Arc’s programs and are representatives of The Arc in the community.  Each director is elected for a two year term and is expected to attend monthly meetings and give of their time in other ways.  Board meetings are usually the fourth Wednesday of every month except August. 

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Agency: The Arc of Whatcom County

We are looking for committed and passionate individuals to join our Board of Directors.  The Board members provide oversight of The Arc’s programs and are representatives of The Arc in the community.  Each director is elected for a two year term and is expected to attend monthly meetings and give of their time in other ways.  Board meetings are usually the fourth Wednesday of every month except August. 

Click  below to get connected to this volunteer opportunity. This will send notification of your interest in learning more and provides your contact information for this agency's volunteer coordinator. 

 

Agency: The Arc of Whatcom County

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >18 years old

Zip Code: 98225

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Board Member

Are you passionate about parks?  Do you love our local trails and open spaces?  Would you like to help make a community-wide impact by ensuring our parks, trails, and recreational opportunities are supported, maintained, and meeting the needs of Whatcom County citizens?

You could be just who we're looking for!

Board member duties include: attending monthly board meetings held on the third Friday morning of each month, serve on one board committee, participate in fundraising efforts, and contribute time and energy to ongoing projects, events, and community outreach.

Ideal candidates will have some board or commission experience, or leadership experience in the local business or non-profit community.

The mission of the WPRF is to protect, promote, and encourage public and private support for parks, trails, and recreational opportunities throughout Whatcom County, its cities and communities.

Please tell us why you love parks, trails, and recreation, and what kind of volunteer experience you are looking for when you respond.  Thank you!

Click   below to get connected to this volunteer opportunity. This will send notification of your interest in learning more and provides your contact information for this agency's volunteer coordinator. 

Agency: Whatcom Parks and Recreation Foundation

Are you passionate about parks?  Do you love our local trails and open spaces?  Would you like to help make a community-wide impact by ensuring our parks, trails, and recreational opportunities are supported, maintained, and meeting the needs of Whatcom County citizens?

You could be just who we're looking for!

Board member duties include: attending monthly board meetings held on the third Friday morning of each month, serve on one board committee, participate in fundraising efforts, and contribute time and energy to ongoing projects, events, and community outreach.

Ideal candidates will have some board or commission experience, or leadership experience in the local business or non-profit community.

The mission of the WPRF is to protect, promote, and encourage public and private support for parks, trails, and recreational opportunities throughout Whatcom County, its cities and communities.

Please tell us why you love parks, trails, and recreation, and what kind of volunteer experience you are looking for when you respond.  Thank you!

Click   below to get connected to this volunteer opportunity. This will send notification of your interest in learning more and provides your contact information for this agency's volunteer coordinator. 

Agency: Whatcom Parks and Recreation Foundation

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >18 years old

Zip Code: 98226

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Fundraising Coordinator

We need your help!  The Alternative Humane Society relies on the efforts of fund-raising, adoptions and donations to keep helping the animals of Whatcom County.  If you have experience with fundraising, we’d love to hear from you!  Leading a team of dedicated volunteers in planning and implementing fundraising events, and an annual community outreach would your main objective. 

Fundraising needs to be a part of AHS, with your help.


If you are interested in becoming a Fundraising Coordinator please let us know. We will initially contact you via email, unless you otherwise specify, so please remember to check your spam email folder.

Click  below to get connected to this volunteer opportunity. This will send notification of your interest in learning more and provides your contact information for this agency's volunteer coordinator. 

Agency: Alternative Humane Society

We need your help!  The Alternative Humane Society relies on the efforts of fund-raising, adoptions and donations to keep helping the animals of Whatcom County.  If you have experience with fundraising, we’d love to hear from you!  Leading a team of dedicated volunteers in planning and implementing fundraising events, and an annual community outreach would your main objective. 

Fundraising needs to be a part of AHS, with your help.


If you are interested in becoming a Fundraising Coordinator please let us know. We will initially contact you via email, unless you otherwise specify, so please remember to check your spam email folder.

Click  below to get connected to this volunteer opportunity. This will send notification of your interest in learning more and provides your contact information for this agency's volunteer coordinator. 

Agency: Alternative Humane Society

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >21 years old

Zip Code: 98227

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Exercise Leader for Senior Apartment residents

We are looking for someone who has an interest and knowledge of growing population of baby boomers to lead exercise on a weekly basis. Tia Chi, Seated Yoga, Stretch and Strengthen or other suggested exercise appropriate for seniors of independent living conditions is needed.  Ultimately we'd like to have at least one exercise class each day of the week. 

Must be insured and willing to add MHNW Facility on insurance documentation for duration of term agreed upon with Resident Services.   

Agency: Mercy Housing NW Eleanor Apts.

We are looking for someone who has an interest and knowledge of growing population of baby boomers to lead exercise on a weekly basis. Tia Chi, Seated Yoga, Stretch and Strengthen or other suggested exercise appropriate for seniors of independent living conditions is needed.  Ultimately we'd like to have at least one exercise class each day of the week. 

Must be insured and willing to add MHNW Facility on insurance documentation for duration of term agreed upon with Resident Services.   

Agency: Mercy Housing NW Eleanor Apts.

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98225

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Parent Coalition Volunteer/Intern

Work in support of information and education programs for families of individuals with developmental disabilities. Research, organize, develop, and distribute resource information in printed, electronic, web, and social media formats. Assist with workshop and event preparation, outreach, presentations, grant research, reporting, record keeping, data entry, organization, and management of client data. Responsibilities can be tailored to the strengths and interests of the volunteer or intern. Minimum three month commitment, 5-15 hours/week. Availability on Tuesdays, Wednesdays or Thursdays is preferred. 

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Agency: The Arc of Whatcom County

Work in support of information and education programs for families of individuals with developmental disabilities. Research, organize, develop, and distribute resource information in printed, electronic, web, and social media formats. Assist with workshop and event preparation, outreach, presentations, grant research, reporting, record keeping, data entry, organization, and management of client data. Responsibilities can be tailored to the strengths and interests of the volunteer or intern. Minimum three month commitment, 5-15 hours/week. Availability on Tuesdays, Wednesdays or Thursdays is preferred. 

Click  below to get connected to this volunteer opportunity. This will send notification of your interest in learning more and provides your contact information for this agency's volunteer coordinator. 

Agency: The Arc of Whatcom County

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >18 years old

Zip Code: 98225

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Grant Writer

Can you write grants? Can you help us obtain the funds to support our needed programs? For over 30 years the Alternative Humane Society has survived based on our fund-raising, adoptions, and donations. We have two great needs that we cannot manage to underwrite on our own: preventing unwanted dog and cat births through spay/neuter assistance and vet bills for the dogs that come to us with severe health issues. We have already saved thousands of animals, educated and supported the community, but it is not enough. With proper funding, we can help to break the cycle of unwanted pet births. We know the funding is there, we need someone with the skills to help us obtain it.

Experience researching grant opportunities. The ability to make initial contacts with grantors; organized and able to follow instructions carefully; skills at writing proposals; persuasive--effective and fluent use of language; willingness to follow through with grant completion activities; able to manage deadlines; ability to pull together information from various sources.

Click   below to get connected to this volunteer opportunity. This will send notification of your interest in learning more and provides your contact information for this agency's volunteer coordinator. 

Agency: Alternative Humane Society

Can you write grants? Can you help us obtain the funds to support our needed programs? For over 30 years the Alternative Humane Society has survived based on our fund-raising, adoptions, and donations. We have two great needs that we cannot manage to underwrite on our own: preventing unwanted dog and cat births through spay/neuter assistance and vet bills for the dogs that come to us with severe health issues. We have already saved thousands of animals, educated and supported the community, but it is not enough. With proper funding, we can help to break the cycle of unwanted pet births. We know the funding is there, we need someone with the skills to help us obtain it.

Experience researching grant opportunities. The ability to make initial contacts with grantors; organized and able to follow instructions carefully; skills at writing proposals; persuasive--effective and fluent use of language; willingness to follow through with grant completion activities; able to manage deadlines; ability to pull together information from various sources.

Click   below to get connected to this volunteer opportunity. This will send notification of your interest in learning more and provides your contact information for this agency's volunteer coordinator. 

Agency: Alternative Humane Society

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >18 years old

Zip Code: 98247

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Record your impact in the community!

This is a general volunteer opportunity that you can subscribe to in order to record hours for your volunteer activities in the community. By responding to this opportunity, you can record your hours in the Time Tracking section of your dashboard when you are logged into the volunteer portal. This will allow you to track your general volunteer hours and your impact in the community!

To learn more about tracking your volunteer activities, please contact the Volunteer Center at 360-734-3055 or frontdesk@whatcomvolunteer.org

Agency: Volunteer Center of Whatcom County

This is a general volunteer opportunity that you can subscribe to in order to record hours for your volunteer activities in the community. By responding to this opportunity, you can record your hours in the Time Tracking section of your dashboard when you are logged into the volunteer portal. This will allow you to track your general volunteer hours and your impact in the community!

To learn more about tracking your volunteer activities, please contact the Volunteer Center at 360-734-3055 or frontdesk@whatcomvolunteer.org

Agency: Volunteer Center of Whatcom County

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98225

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Registration Volunteer, Bloodworks Northwest

Registration volunteers at Bloodworks NW manage the initial intake process for blood donors by utilizing customer service skills, data entry and online donor file management systems. Your amazing attention to details and ability to communicate with a wide demographic population of blood donors will make you an outstanding welcoming presence at the front desk. Come join our team!

Register and welcome blood donors at blood drives in the community and our Bellingham Donor Center using a computer. Accurate and detail-oriented data entry and information processing. Phone system management. Ability to communicate instructions and critical information. Volunteers must commit to 3 - 6 months for this position. Training is provided.

Want to Help?

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Agency: Bloodworks Northwest (Formerly Puget Sound Blood Center)

Registration volunteers at Bloodworks NW manage the initial intake process for blood donors by utilizing customer service skills, data entry and online donor file management systems. Your amazing attention to details and ability to communicate with a wide demographic population of blood donors will make you an outstanding welcoming presence at the front desk. Come join our team!

Register and welcome blood donors at blood drives in the community and our Bellingham Donor Center using a computer. Accurate and detail-oriented data entry and information processing. Phone system management. Ability to communicate instructions and critical information. Volunteers must commit to 3 - 6 months for this position. Training is provided.

Want to Help?

Click  to get connected to this volunteer opportunity. This will send notification of your interest and provide your contact information to this agency's volunteer coordinator. 

Agency: Bloodworks Northwest (Formerly Puget Sound Blood Center)

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >16 years old

Zip Code: 98226

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Donor Monitor, Bloodworks Northwest

Donor Monitors at Bloodworks NW fill a critical role in the blood collection process by watching donors for potential reaction symptoms following their blood donation. They also provide a critical customer service link in making sure donors are comfortable and provided with snacks and fluids, as well as friendly conversation.

Observe blood donors for adverse reactions after the donation process. Serve refreshments, book advance appointments. Maintain a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Volunteers should be willing to commit to a minimum of 24 hours in this position, or 6 shifts. Training is provided.

Want to Help?

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Agency: Bloodworks Northwest (Formerly Puget Sound Blood Center)

Donor Monitors at Bloodworks NW fill a critical role in the blood collection process by watching donors for potential reaction symptoms following their blood donation. They also provide a critical customer service link in making sure donors are comfortable and provided with snacks and fluids, as well as friendly conversation.

Observe blood donors for adverse reactions after the donation process. Serve refreshments, book advance appointments. Maintain a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Volunteers should be willing to commit to a minimum of 24 hours in this position, or 6 shifts. Training is provided.

Want to Help?

Click  to get connected to this volunteer opportunity. This will send notification of your interest and provide your contact information to this agency's volunteer coordinator. 

Agency: Bloodworks Northwest (Formerly Puget Sound Blood Center)

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >16 years old

Zip Code: 98226

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Carpenter

We are looking for a carpenter who has journeyman skills to make some repairs on our building in preparation for painting this summer. This would involve but not be limited to siding, window trim and porch repairs. Volunteer would be need to be able to climb a ladder up to approximately 12 ft.

We have a few hand tools but the majority of tools would need to be provided by our volunteer. 

Work can begin immediately and we would like to have any repairs completed by May 31st

Agency: Whatcom Land Trust

We are looking for a carpenter who has journeyman skills to make some repairs on our building in preparation for painting this summer. This would involve but not be limited to siding, window trim and porch repairs. Volunteer would be need to be able to climb a ladder up to approximately 12 ft.

We have a few hand tools but the majority of tools would need to be provided by our volunteer. 

Work can begin immediately and we would like to have any repairs completed by May 31st

Agency: Whatcom Land Trust

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >21 years old

Zip Code: 98226

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Help a home-bound neighbor in need!

The CHORE program provides free assistance to home-bound elderly or disabled individuals within our community, so that they might continue living independently within their own homes. Our volunteers assist with chores such as grocery shopping, cleaning, small home repairs, transportation, cooking, or laundry.

Got a busy schedule? Don't think you can commit to a consistently scheduled volunteer job? That's okay! You can still make a difference in a person's life!

While some clients need on-going assistance, others just need one-time assistance. We are looking for volunteers who can help out with one-time needs, such as transportation to a one-time medical appointment, assist with a repair, or help with cleaning a person's home.

No long-term commitment necessary. 

 

Agency: Volunteer Center of Whatcom County

The CHORE program provides free assistance to home-bound elderly or disabled individuals within our community, so that they might continue living independently within their own homes. Our volunteers assist with chores such as grocery shopping, cleaning, small home repairs, transportation, cooking, or laundry.

Got a busy schedule? Don't think you can commit to a consistently scheduled volunteer job? That's okay! You can still make a difference in a person's life!

While some clients need on-going assistance, others just need one-time assistance. We are looking for volunteers who can help out with one-time needs, such as transportation to a one-time medical appointment, assist with a repair, or help with cleaning a person's home.

No long-term commitment necessary. 

 

Agency: Volunteer Center of Whatcom County

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >18 years old

Zip Code: 98225

Allow Groups: No