Volunteer: Virtual Opportunity: Boost Your Community's Volunteer Engagement!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. Volunteer contributors have already helped us identify 1,200+ volunteer resources across 330 communities in the US! 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. Agency: Inspiring Service 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. Volunteer contributors have already helped us identify 1,200+ volunteer resources across 330 communities in the US! 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. Agency: Inspiring Service Need Type: Volunteer Date: Runs Until Jan 31, 2026 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Habitat For Humanity - Store VolunteerAre 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: Accept donations Price and or place donated items out to the sales floor Light cleaning such as sweeping & breaking down cardboard boxes Move items around warehouse as directed by the Habitat Store Management team Cashiering (experience preferred) this requires a 3 hour commitment Answer telephones and provide store information/direction to callersIf 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. Agency: Habitat for Humanity in Whatcom County 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: Accept donations Price and or place donated items out to the sales floor Light cleaning such as sweeping & breaking down cardboard boxes Move items around warehouse as directed by the Habitat Store Management team Cashiering (experience preferred) this requires a 3 hour commitment Answer telephones and provide store information/direction to callersIf 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. Agency: Habitat for Humanity in Whatcom County Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 98225 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Clothing bank volunteerWould you consider helping We Care serve over 600 people each month by giving a few hours of your time? Individuals and small groups can make a huge difference by serving for three hours. Volunteers sort and display clothes, household items, toys, books & shoes and tidy the store. Volunteers may also greet & help shoppers. Spanish speakers encouraged to volunteer. Families are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Teens must submit a parental consent form. Visit our website to sign up. Hours on the sign-up are suggested, but you are invited to come when it's convenient for you and stay as long or as short as you would like. Agency: We Care of Whatcom County Would you consider helping We Care serve over 600 people each month by giving a few hours of your time? Individuals and small groups can make a huge difference by serving for three hours. Volunteers sort and display clothes, household items, toys, books & shoes and tidy the store. Volunteers may also greet & help shoppers. Spanish speakers encouraged to volunteer. Families are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Teens must submit a parental consent form. Visit our website to sign up. Hours on the sign-up are suggested, but you are invited to come when it's convenient for you and stay as long or as short as you would like. Agency: We Care of Whatcom County Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 98225 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Community Program Assistant -EWRRCOpportunity Council Volunteer application required. Involves background check. Apply at the bottom of this page (make sure to click that you're interested in the EWRRC): https://www.oppco.org/howtohelp/volunteer/ Agency: East Whatcom Regional Resource Center (EWRRC) Opportunity Council Volunteer application required. Involves background check. Apply at the bottom of this page (make sure to click that you're interested in the EWRRC): https://www.oppco.org/howtohelp/volunteer/ Agency: East Whatcom Regional Resource Center (EWRRC) Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 98226 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Exchange Program Organizer -EWRRCAgency: East Whatcom Regional Resource Center (EWRRC) Agency: East Whatcom Regional Resource Center (EWRRC) Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 98226 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Clothing bank sorters and checkersVolunteer sorters and checkers will accept donations of gently used clothing, bed linens and towels. Items will be sorted to determine cleanliness and amount of wear. Acceptable items will have no stain, rips or broken zippers. Items deemed unacceptable will be either discarded or forward on to Good Will. Acceptable items will be displayed on appropriate racks or bins. During hours of operation volunteers will greet and assist customers with selection of items. Volunteer will log in items chosen by customer, listing name and town and verifying the number of items is with the guidelines. At the end of the open hours of operation volunteer will sweep and tidy up the facility. Hours of operation Mondays and Fridays 9 am - noon, Wednesday 5 pm - 7. Agency: Blaine Community Clothing Bank Volunteer sorters and checkers will accept donations of gently used clothing, bed linens and towels. Items will be sorted to determine cleanliness and amount of wear. Acceptable items will have no stain, rips or broken zippers. Items deemed unacceptable will be either discarded or forward on to Good Will. Acceptable items will be displayed on appropriate racks or bins. During hours of operation volunteers will greet and assist customers with selection of items. Volunteer will log in items chosen by customer, listing name and town and verifying the number of items is with the guidelines. At the end of the open hours of operation volunteer will sweep and tidy up the facility. Hours of operation Mondays and Fridays 9 am - noon, Wednesday 5 pm - 7. Agency: Blaine Community Clothing Bank Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Agency Requirement: >16 years old Zip Code: 98230 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: RE-Store Garden VolunteerThe RE Store is looking for an individual to help us with the planning, organizing, planting, weeding, watering, and upkeep of the RE Patch garden. The RE Patch is a small section behind the RE-Store's warehouse that contains a greenhouse shed, 7-11 garden beds, and many perennials that surround the perimeter. Daily tasks include Watering RE-Patch Weeding & planting garden beds Organize tool shed Harvesting produce Spreading wood chips *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 The RE Store is looking for an individual to help us with the planning, organizing, planting, weeding, watering, and upkeep of the RE Patch garden. The RE Patch is a small section behind the RE-Store's warehouse that contains a greenhouse shed, 7-11 garden beds, and many perennials that surround the perimeter. Daily tasks include Watering RE-Patch Weeding & planting garden beds Organize tool shed Harvesting produce Spreading wood chips *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: Yes |
Volunteer: Court Ordered Community Service HoursCourt 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 VolunteerDo 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 VolunteerDo 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: 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 SupervisorBe 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 SupervisorBe 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: 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 NorthwestRegistration 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) 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 NorthwestDonor 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) 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 |