Needs From: The Volunteer Center of Whatcom County

Do you love to help people in your community?

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.

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!

Looking for volunteer tutors who are interested in being trained to help people: 

Tutor an Adult Learner - Change a Life!

Interested in volunteering your time to support literacy? Become a 1-to-1 tutor for an adult who needs help with reading, writing, math, and/or computer skills.

The Whatcom Literacy Council offers free tutoring services to adult learners who would like to build skills to help them reach their goals as parents, in the workplace, and in the community.  Tutor training provided. No second language or teaching experience is required. Please visit our website to find our application and for more information about how to become a tutor. 

https://www.whatcomliteracy.org/one-to-one-tutor

Where:

in person

When:

At times that fit your schedule

Minimum Commitment:

4 hours per week for 12 months

Contact: 
Ashley Meyer

alp@whatcomliteracy.org

360-306-1612

Qualifications

 Requirements

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 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.

Road2Home is actively recruiting for new board members who believe in our mission and want to volunteer with an agency doing first-hand work with our unsheltered community members in Bellingham and Whatcom County. 

We are looking for compassionate and motivated individuals who want to actively serve the organization and help further it's mission.  Applicants must be able to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with the board of directors.  Prior board experience is a huge plus!

Individuals interested in taking an active position with the board of directors or who have a specific skillset in fundraising, grant writing, HR, or accounting are highly encouraged to apply. 

We look forward to working with you soon!  To begin the process of becoming a Road2Home board member click here!

We are looking for graphic/web design help on our website www.childcarespaces.com

Mostly just looking for guidance on the aesthetics of our website. Right now the home page is a big wall of text. Would love more separation and beauty on the site. 

Help us plan and host our spring fundraising event! This is a shorter term commitment that is flexible based on how you want to participate. Whether you prefer planning details behind the scenes, visiting businesses for donations or welcoming guests on event day, we have lots of ways for you to use your gifts and interests to help us raise funds - and have fun doing it!

Commitment: Event Team is active January - May, with virtual and in-person activities. Team check-ins will help volunteers stay connected and updated throughout planning.

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

Do you like capturing outdoor joy in photos and/or video? Is creating slideshows or digital scrapbooks your thing? We need volunteers to help us document programs and events in digital formats to share with participants and the public. We aren’t looking for perfection, just enthusiasm! Lots of flexibility based on your availability and interests. We have programs seven days a week throughout the year, including some evenings.

Commitment varies based on your schedule, with a suggested one-year term.

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

Do you believe in confidence, kindness, and strong hearts—inside and out?
Girls on the Run is looking for volunteer coaches who are ready to inspire girls to be bold, believe in themselves, and discover the joy of movement. Coaches do not need to identify as a girl.

April 13th - June 1st, 5k on June 6th @ Lake Padden
Teams in Bellingham meet once a week:
Monday - Wednesday 2:30pm- 4:15pm
Thursday 12:20pm - 2:05pm
Curriculum and training provided! No running necessary.

Seeking coaches who can commit to one day a week and lead a team with others!
APPLY HERE TODAY!

What You’ll Do

Lead fun, interactive lessons that build confidence, resilience, and life skills

Encourage girls as they move, learn, and grow—at their own pace

Be a positive role model and trusted mentor

Help girls cross the finish line feeling proud, strong, and empowered

Who We’re Looking For

Caring, enthusiastic adults (no running experience required!)

Big hearts, open minds, and a willingness to learn

Team players who believe every girl deserves to shine

Why Coach?

Make a real difference in a girl’s life

Build meaningful connections in your community

Gain leadership experience and lifelong memories

Have FUN while doing something that matters

Your time can change a life.
Join us. Coach with Girls on the Run.

Because when girls run, the world moves forward.

Help amplify Wild Whatcom’s outreach and communications on social media and at events. Participate remotely, or combine digital and in-person activities, based on availability and preferences. While the main activity is social media sharing, we ask Social Ambassadors to participate in at least two fundraisers (remote/in person) and/or community events (in person) per year - mix and match to suit your schedule and interests.

Commitment: All/mostly remote, 3 virtual check-ins annually, with a suggested one-year term.

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 start with tidying the store and move to hanging clothing. 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.

The Department of Natural Resources ANeMoNe program is currently seeking volunteers to be Site Guardians for our Cherry Point monitoring site located just north of Bellingham. Site guardians visit the monitoring site once every other week and perform a quick bird survey, eelgrass survey, and check our water sensors for biofouling. Work is approximately two hours per visit. 

We provide training and gear. In general, this work does not require background knowledge or experience but there is of course lots of opportunity to learn!

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

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.

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!

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!

Support our urban creek and trail stewardship efforts by planting, weeding, and mulching near the Mayflower Bridge, Whatcom Creek, and WeGrow Garden! Our friends at NSEA will be joining us for this work party. 

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:

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.

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! 

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.

Sign up here! 

We will team up with L.E.A.D. and other Western Washington University student volunteers to combat pesky invasive plants and plant some new native shrubs and trees in this wonderful 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!

Please plan to park in WWU's 7G Parking Lot if you will be joining us at this work party! You do not need to pay for parking if you are parking in parking lot 7G. We have reserved this entire parking lot for our volunteers.  :)

Important Registration Steps:

Do you have questions or need accessibility accommodations? Contact pkvolunteers@cob.org or 360-778-7105.

Help us steward this darling green space near Western Washington University. We’ll get rid of invasive plants, add some native shrubs, and work to keep this park healthy and beautiful.

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!

Parking Instructions:

Please park at the south end of the west "C" parking lot on WWU's campus. Please see this map for more info on where the "C" lots are located. Look for our work party parking signs.

After you have parked, please follow our work party signs for a short 1/2 mile walk up to our work party check-in tent. See this Google Maps walking route for directions.

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.

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.

Parking is a short 9-minute walk down the street from Happy Valley Park at the South Bellingham Park and Ride (West). Follow our work party signs and walk to Happy Valley Park at 2710 Donovan Ave.

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.

Help us enhance trailside habitat in the stunning Samish Crest Open Space—join us in making this special place thrive.

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:

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

When disasters strike, it takes coordinated efforts of government agencies working alongside nonprofit organizations to quickly respond and help chart the path forward. Volunteers serving as Government Operations Service Associates serve as direct contact with government partners, often in an Emergency Operations Center or other coordination center, during a Disaster Relief Operation to ensure that Red Cross actions are aligned with the government.

Do you have the flexibility to deploy for two weeks to support communities impacted by disaster? The Red Cross is looking to train willing individuals 18 and older to fill a variety of roles during disaster relief operations. All training and travel expenses are fully covered by the Red Cross.

To join our team, visit: www.redcross.org/volunteer or contact your local chapter at JoinUsNW@redcross.org.

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! 

This need is active in the spring, summer and fall, but please feel free to sign up in the winter and we will get in touch and prepare you for spring! Or help us out in cooking classes :) 

Are you interested in fostering community awareness, planning and executing events, and exploring unique fundraising avenues? Would you like to build skills in community engagement, event planning, and non-profit fundraising? If you answered yes, then this might just be the internship for you!

Currently, Blue Skies for Children (BSFC) sponsors 130 youths via enrichment programs funded by grants, donations, and sponsorships. As a Community Engagement Intern, you'll help drive our mission further with new fundraising initiatives and exciting community events.

This is a part-time (10 - 15 hours per week) internship. The length of engagement will last approximately 3 months and has a flexible start time/end time to accommodate school scheduling and other commitments.​

Apply Here

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*

YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Do you love sports? Do you enjoy teaching kids how to play and work together? Well, youth sports is the place for you! The youth in our community need strong role models and leaders to help teach them the fundamentals of sports while incorporating the four Core Values of the YMCA (Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility). What better way to make a difference in a child’s life than to teach them teamwork in a fun, non-competitive environment?

Currently looking for help in the following programs:

Winter Basketball League January 5th - February 19th. 

Commitment includes one 45 min practice and one 45 min game a week.

Times range from 4pm - 7:30pm.

Practices are Mondays or Tuesdays and games are Wednesdays.

WHY GET INVOLVED

From serving as a role model to watching the incredible transformation each season brings, coaching will leave you inspired. 

Every moment you spend volunteering helps uncover the confidence, strength, and limitless potential of kids here in Whatcom County .

As volunteers, this is your chance to reconnect with the sports you loved growing up or learn to play for the first time along with your kids!              

WE PROVIDE EVERYTHING YOU NEED

As a coach, you will:

Receive all the tools and support you need to lead interactive and easy-to-follow lessons with your co-coaches.

Help kids grow their confidence and fall in love with new sports they can participate in for the rest of their life!

Experience the positive impacts yourself!

START YOUR COACHING JOURNEY TODAY

Contact Sports Director, Dan Parine, at Dparine@whatcomymca.org or call 360-685-6050 or fill out a volunteer application here and we will be in touch.

This committee provides guidance, oversight, and support to all major forms of individual and business donor planning, development, management, and reporting. This volunteer opportunity allows you to flex your creative, strategic and relational skills to bring together community-minded people and organizations who support equitable access to nature's benefits!

We believe everyone has the skills to fundraise, and incorporate fundraising training into our annual calendar. No experience necessary, but willingness to actively participate in both planning and implementation a must.  

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

Our youth programs are looking for volunteers with practical or technical skills to share — from computer basics to creative crafts, building, design, or everyday know-how. Retirees and hobbyists welcome! Your experience can make a lasting impact.

Ways we would love to integrate you into our programs

1. Visit the teen center and share your skill

2. Be apart of a workshop in our lobby

3. Join the after school elementary program and be apart of an enrichment program

Have other ideas? We'd love to hear them!

Did you know that our climbing wall is the tallest in Washington?! Its 62 1/2 feet tall!

We are seeking volunteers to assist with youth and adult programs, open climb times and route setting. Join the comradery and community!

With a goal of increasing program offerings and family climb times, our volunteers are essential!

Belay experience is a bonus but training is provided.

Flexible schedule. 

Do you love helping people and keeping things neat and welcoming? Join our team as a Member Services Volunteer. This is a great way to join our Y community! You’ll play an important part in making sure our Y stays clean, organized, and friendly for everyone who walks through the doors.

What you’ll do:

What we’re looking for:

We have a resident who is from Japan and while she speaks fluent english I would love to have a volunteer come in who can speak Japanese with her every so often. She lights up like it is Christmas when she has the opportunity to speak in her first language. 

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

Would you like to:

Be part of a positive change right here in Whatcom County! Join Whatcom Land Trust in restoring wildlife and fish habitat, and protect it in perpetuity.  Work on trails, creeks and forests to better our Earth.

To learn more about Whatcom Land Trust, visit our website at whatcomlandtrust.org.

Please contact Lauren Ralbovsky at lauren.r@whatcomlandtrust.org for more information.

Are you passionate about community art and music? Apply to be on the Make.Shift Board of Directors! 

We're looking for folks with a background or interest in:

Make.Shift is a non-profit art space. Our mission is to provide all-ages spaces for art and music in Whatcom and Skagit Counties.

Apply at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeduPztG9vRM8TtSLvjoj1UO1Hi6qNZcto6bB_ljnbK6uQmOw/viewform?usp=sf_link

Support Bellingham Public Schools promise to help each student succeed by volunteering in one of the high schools' after-school tutoring/learning centers. 

Tutors work 1:1 or in small group of students with homework, test review and prep.  The centers meet  after-school at all high schools Monday through Thursday 3:30-4:30 p.m. Tutors needed in all subject areas but math and science expertise are in high demand. Bellingham, Squalicum and Sehome High Schools are currently seeking tutors in-person.  

One hour per week can impact student achievement. 

Complete the online volunteer application . Upon approval you will receive an email prompting you to contact the volunteer coordinator for training and placement.

Contact volunteer coordinator at jennifer.gaer@bellinghamschools.org

Volunteer coaches and judges help students build critical thinking and speaking skills. Debate experience helpful but not required. We are especially interested in volunteers who can give us at least one day a week and can commit to attend an occasional debate tournament.  The Bellingham unified team meets from 4:30-6:30 p.m. TUESDAYS at Bellingham High School, WEDNESDAYS at Sehome High School and THURSDAYS at Squalicum High School from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Contact BUSDT Adviser Astrid Willis at astrid.willis@bellinghamschools.org to learn how you can support this team. All volunteers are required to complete the BPS volunteer application and be approved prior to starting their service.

The Volunteer Fund Developer plays a vital role in supporting the mission of Whatcom Family & Community Network by assisting in the planning, execution, and evaluation of fundraising campaigns and donor engagement strategies. This position helps cultivate donor relationships, identify funding opportunities, and enhance the organization’s financial sustainability through individual and community support.

Key Responsibilities · Assist in the development and implementation of fundraising campaigns and events (both virtual and in-person). · Research and identify potential donors, sponsors, and grant opportunities. · Draft donor communications, appeals, thank-you letters, and impact reports. · Collaborate with staff to ensure donor stewardship and timely follow-up. · Support outreach efforts to engage new supporters via social media, email, and community events, including business sponsorship for annual events. · Attend and represent the organization at fundraising events and networking opportunities. · Provide administrative support to the Development team as needed. · Attend relevant trainings, as available. --- Qualifications · Passion for the mission of Whatcom Family & Community Network. · Excellent written and verbal communication skills. · Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. · Ability to work independently and as part of a team. · Experience with fundraising, development, marketing, or customer service is a plus. · Familiarity with donor databases (e.g., Flipcause) is a plus but not required. --- Time Commitment · Minimum of 20 hours per month, flexible schedule. · Occasional evening or weekend availability for events. --- Benefits: · Gain experience in nonprofit fundraising and donor development. · Networking opportunities within the nonprofit and philanthropic sectors · Letter of recommendation and resume support upon successful completion. · Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community.

Interested in telling audio stories? Want to bring local communities, issues, news, or music to the airwaves?

KMRE wants people who are interested in local media and believe in the power of community radios. Producers are responsible for creating an outline for the story they are telling, coordinating recording sessions, and editing the recordings into a final product. Producers work in the KMRE studios, as well as out in the community. Producers are assigned stories, and also pitch their own ideas.

This position requires the ability to listen and communicate well and use recording, sound board and editing equipment and programs. No previous experience required! We exist to train and educate as well as bring community voices and sounds to life.

Home studio producers/podcasts are welcome to propose a program.

KMRE is a non-commercial, community operated radio station. The station's programming features local news in addition to roots music, conversational and educational programs, and arts & culture.
Our local news is "by our community, for our community". Local people gather, write, and announce the news. There are opportunities for news writers, field reporters, and announcers.
Experience with print or broadcast journalism is helpful, but not required. Other station volunteers can provide training. If you have the desire to help shine a light on local news and create a more informed community, come join us.

Volunteer graphic designer will help the station by designing digital and print assets to promote KMRE, encourage listenership, and increase underwriting. Materials may include individual posters, postcards for shows, web graphics, an annual report with a dashboard, custom icons and a limited edition t-shirt graphics for the benefit of the station. Works directly with the General Manager and the Program Director. Hours are flexible, and work is remote. 

KMRE is expanding our signal and we're seeking a professional, experienced Grant Writer, who is primarily responsible for developing and writing grant proposals to foundations and other grant-making organizations and will persuasively communicate our mission and programs to potential funders. The Grant Writer researches, writes, and prepares government, foundation, and corporate grant proposals and reports that align with KMRE's mission.

Research, write, and submit compelling and timely letters of inquiry and grant proposals to foundations, corporations, and government entities.

Are you a native or near-native level Spanish speaker? We are looking for one or two people to transcribe KMRE Daily News stories into a once-weekly Spanish language program. The Producer/Reader will select from existing stories, translate them to Spanish, and then read the stories for air once a week.

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!

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.

As the weather turns, Ferndale Community Services is gearing up to open our Severe Weather Shelter from November through March. We're on the lookout for dedicated volunteers to help us provide a safe, warm, and welcoming space for our unhoused neighbors on the coldest nights of the year.

You'll be the friendly face that greets our guests, helping with everything from setup and check-in to just being a supportive presence. We have flexible 4-hour shifts available between 4:30 p.m. and 9:30 a.m. It’s not always glamorous work, but it’s incredibly meaningful, and it makes a direct impact right here in our community.

No prior experience? No problem! What we're really looking for are compassionate and reliable people. We provide all the necessary training, including an on-site orientation and valuable de-escalation skills, to make sure you're confident and prepared.

Ready to be a part of the team? Let's make sure everyone in our community has a safe place to turn this winter. We literally couldn't do it without you!

The purpose of the Board of Directors is to provide good governance for The Upfront Theatre by ensuring all corporate, legal, financial, and mission obligations are met. The Board of Directors is solely responsible for determining policy in the following areas: Human Resources, Finance, and Organizational Operations. The Board of Directors sets long and short range goals, approves the annual budgets and is responsible for diversified fund development, and the leadership development of the organization.

Respond via this platform or click here to fast track your interest survey!

The Chuckanut Center includes a venue for community education that leads to greater resilience. Join our Program support team - managing email requests, providing site orientation for new instructors, working alongside event calendar & scheduling coordinators, recruiting leaders to teach new skills, and supporting our great community of program providers. Typical time 2-3 hours/week. Asking for a minimum 1 year commitment. Hybrid - can be done remotely with on-site visits needed for instructor orientation. 

The Chuckanut Center is seeking a volunteer who loves to celebrate and appreciate volunteers. We need someone to respond to volunteer interest requests, greet new volunteers at work parties, develop fun engagement and create and publicize opportunities for new folks to join our work parties. Typical time commitment 8-12 hours/month. Asking for a minimum 1 year commitment. 

We are a working board. Participating includes lots of opportunities to engage with others and serve in a variety of roles supporting our all-volunteer squads. Squads grow food, maintain our facilities and grounds (house, shed, fence line, orchard), and provide low-cost access for education and wellness activities to a venue that seats 20-25 and includes a full kitchen. Three-year term. Average 10 hours/mo of time. Meetings are 3rd Thursdays and work parties are 10-1 2nd Saturdays, March-November. Parties, potlucks, and special events are abundant. 

Come Join Our Amazing Volunteer Team!

The Bellingham Senior Activity Center focuses on building community, while providing a positive and vibrant environment in which to make new connections and participate in a wonderful array of classes, presentations, discussion groups, and recreational activities. Our entire center is primarily powered by amazing volunteers who want to give back to our community and are impactful in making our center a truly delightful place to be.

We are looking for friendly people who are interested in helping at our Greeter station in welcoming our members and guests, assisting members with signing in, and distributing lunch tokens to members coming in to enjoy our delicious lunch. The duration of this volunteer shift is 2 1/2 - 3 hours in length, and has an option of sitting, standing, or a combination of both.

If you are interested in volunteering for this position, please feel free to stop by the Bellingham Senior Activity Center and pick up an application or apply online at www.whatcomcoa.org 

Our delicious lunch is powered by amazing volunteers like you!  

We are looking for volunteers who can set up tables, stock supplies, serve coffee and tea during lunch service, clear trays, wrap silverware, and clean-up after our lunch service ends. Shifts are typically 10:30 am -1:00 pm, Monday thru Friday.  If you are looking to volunteer in an active role, then this is the opportunity for you. The Bellingham Senior Activity Center is a wonderful place where you can make new connections and build lasting friendships, all while volunteering in a fun and energetic team environment!

If you are interested, please feel free to come by Bellingham Senior Activity Center to pick up an application, or complete the application below.

 https://whatcomcoa.org/volunteer-application/

Come join our Amazing Meals on Wheels Volunteer Team! 

Are you a kind and compassionate person who wants to make a difference and have a positive impact for senior members in our community? If the answer is yes, then this is the opportunity for you!

We have a team of amazing volunteers who bring meals to homebound seniors in our community Monday thru Friday, delivering over 4000 meals each week. Our Meals on Wheels clients struggle to cook for themselves for a variety of reasons: some lost a loved one who did the cooking, some suffer from physical limitations, some face cognitive decline, others struggle to leave the house to get groceries for cooking.  Whatever the reason, we are there to make sure they have healthy meals.

We are looking for Sub Drivers to fill in when Regular Drivers are on vacation, have an appointment, or are out sick, with the opportunity for a recurring once-a -week route delivery when one arises, if desired. It does require having your own vehicle for transporting meals, with mileage reimbursement available.  

If you are interested in becoming a driver, we would love to have you join us at our next Meals on Wheels Orientation, which is mandatory before being able to deliver meals. (Date TBD) 

Most routes leave our center between 7:45am and 11:00 am Monday-Friday. (No weekend routes) 

To become a volunteer driver: 

1. We ask volunteers to participate in an orientation (approx. 1.5 hours) to learn about being a driver and how to handle various situations.  

 2. We ask volunteers to fill out a Volunteer Application so that we can run a background check (required by DSHS). Feel free to come by the Bellingham Senior Activity Center and pick up an application, or apply online at:  www.whatcomcoa.org  (Click on "VOLUNTEER" in the upper right corner of the homepage, and then scroll about halfway down the page to access the beginning of the application)

3)  We will verify Driver's License and Auto Insurance and make a copy of both at the Meals on Wheels Orientation.

4) Before delivering a route, we ask drivers to go on a ride-along with one of our experienced drivers so it is a smooth transition for our participants and our drivers. 

We would be happy to answer any questions you have and would love for you to join this amazing team of volunteers who are making a huge difference in our community.  

This is a GREAT opportunity for a teen to ride-along with a parent to deliver meals while the parent drives.

Questions?

Please contact:

Amy Wharton

Administrative Volunteer Coordinator

Whatcom Council on Aging

Email: awharton@whatcomcoa.org

Phone:  360-733-4030 x1024

Come Join Our Amazing Volunteer Team!

The Coffee Bar Helper entails serving coffee, tea, sodas, and pre-packaged snacks to our members at the Bellingham Senior Activity Center. This volunteer position is responsible for the set-up or breakdown of the Coffee Bar (depending on which shift you are volunteering for), stocking supplies, wiping tables with a sanitized towel at the beginning of each shift, in between Coffee Bar customers, and at the end of each shift, washing coffee pots, and cleaning up the coffee station at the end of each shift. It is a fairly slow-paced coffee bar, with no making of espresso drinks-just brewing pump pots of coffee...definitely not a Starbucks. This position includes a combination of sitting and standing, with a chair/stool provided. The shift duration is 3 - 3 1/2 hours in length. It is also a wonderful opportunity to make new connections and build lasting friendships!

If you are interested in volunteering for this position, please feel free to come by the Bellingham Senior Activity Center to pick up an application, or apply online at: www.whatcomcoa.org

Tutor an Adult Learner - Change a Life!

Interested in volunteering your time to support literacy? Become a 1-to-1 tutor for an adult who needs help with reading, writing, and/or math.

The Whatcom Literacy Council offers free tutoring services to adult learners who would like to build skills to help them reach their goals as parents, in the workplace, and in the community.  Tutor training provided. No second language or teaching experience is required. Please visit our website to find our application and for more information about how to become a tutor. 

https://www.whatcomliteracy.org/one-to-one-tutor

Where:

In person

When:

At times that fit your schedule

Minimum Commitment:

3-4 hours per week 9+ months

Contact: 
Ashley Meyer

alp@whatcomliteracy.org

360-306-1612

Qualifications

 Requirements

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. 

Bellingham At Home is a grassroots, volunteer-powered, non-profit membership organization helping people sustain positive futures as they grow older. We provide both practical assistance and a caring community to support members in feeling more secure and confident while living in their homes as long as possible.

Volunteers are the heart of our village. Volunteers provide "good neighbor" types of assistance such as transportation, health and wellness programs, home maintenance, social and educational activities. There are also opportunities to work in our office located at the Bellingham Senior Activity Center and participate in committees for Volunteers, Publicity and Website Management.

Want to make a BIG difference in your community?

Will you have a 2-4 month old by November 2025?

The Roots of Empathy program is delivered to elementary school children who are coached to recognize and connect with the vulnerability and humanity of a baby who visits their classroom throughout the school year with their parent(s), along with a trained Roots of Empathy Instructor using a specialized curriculum. We are looking for families with babies born between May-September 2025 to join us for the school year!

What's Involved?

Volunteer to become a Roots of Empathy Instructor!

Do you love working with children? Are you a good listener and want to help children have better relationships, friendships, and mental health? We are recruiting volunteers to become Roots of Empathy Instructors. Volunteer Instructors can be parents with time to give back or from a variety of backgrounds such as education, health care and more. You'll help us, "Change the world, child by child.

What We Do:

The Roots of Empathy program is delivered to elementary school children who are coached to recognize and connect with the vulnerability and humanity of a baby who visits their classroom throughout the school year with their parent(s), along with a trained Roots of Empathy Instructor using a specialized curriculum.

What is involved in becoming a Roots of Empathy Instructor?

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. 

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

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

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.

General Posting:

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

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 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.

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: 

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/

Workers needed to help construct tiny homes

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! 

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

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!

As a non-profit, it's extra important we take good care of the tools of our trade - shovels, mattocks, loppers, hand trimmers, etc. - so they can last longer, avoiding unnecessary replacement costs. Will you help us with this essential task? A Tool Manager is needed to thoroughly clean off all the tools after work parties (can sometimes get a bit muddy!), safely store them in between work parties, and transport them to and from work parties. The ideal Tool Manager has:

Let us know if you're interested in being our Tool Manager!

Location: Remote or Bellingham, WA (Hybrid)
Time Commitment: 5-10 hours per month

Overview:
Kulshan Carbon Trust (KCT) is seeking a strategic and business-minded volunteer to assist us in creating an innovative business plan that strengthens our nonprofit's long-term sustainability and impact. This position is perfect for someone with experience in business development, strategic planning, or nonprofit finance who is passionate about climate solutions and eager to explore opportunities for collaborative, community-based regeneration projects.

Responsibilities:

Collaborate with KCT leadership to develop a business model and financial strategy that aligns with our vision and mission.

Identify potential revenue streams, funding opportunities, and sustainability strategies.

Help refine our operational plans, growth strategies, and organizational structure.

Offer guidance on scaling our programs and boosting financial resilience.

Support the development of business partnerships and earned revenue opportunities.

Ideal Qualifications:

Experience in business planning, financial strategy, or nonprofit development.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Ability to translate ideas into actionable business strategies.

Passion for environmental sustainability and community impact.