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The NWNHC Family Fund is holding two Family Retreats and one fundraiser, the Fall City Apple Festival, this summer.

Since 2010 the program has helped military families address the transition challenges experienced by long separations, frequent moves, and the devastating effects of war. At the retreats, husbands and wives work with certified equine-assisted therapists to learn new life skills and reconnect as loving partners. Children get the opportunity to share their experiences with their peers and have fun family time with their parents.

We are looking for volunteers to support us in our mission in a wide variety of positions for each event. All middle and high school students are welcome.

https://www.signupgenius.com/index.cfm?go=c.SignUpSearch&eid=0ECBC0DBFDCCFB60&cs=09B6BAAD8FCD8B177B7B64745BB49BCE&sortby=&view=i

Questions? Contact Betinna Maher (703) 981 1189

bmaher@nwnhcfamilyfund.org

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Spanish Speaker needed for help at Mercy House

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Spanish Speaker needed for help at Mercy House

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Mercy House in Mountlake Terrace seeks a Spanish speaking volunteer to help once a month with their Dental Van-- making calls and arranging 12 people for free dental services. To volunteer, call Melba Vigil @ 206-948-0660 or Bree V @ 425-354-9980.

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Mercy House in Mountlake Terrace helps anyone in S Snohomish County in need of trusted assistance. Lots of Volunteer opportunities, including their garden. Call the number above or go to https://stpxparish.com/mercy-house for more information and to sign up.

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Seafair Weekend (July 31-August 2) is fast approaching, and we’re currently looking for extra support, particularly for Parking and Admissions.

These roles are essential to keeping the weekend running smoothly, and we’d be incredibly grateful for any help you might be able to offer. It’s a fun, fast-paced event and a great opportunity for folks looking to get involved in the community, earn service hours, or gain hands-on event experience.

You can view and sign up for Seafair Weekend roles here:

https://seafair.volunteerlocal.com/volunteer/?id=107113

Email Keegan Fifer for more info: keegan@seafair.org.

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Nature Vision is looking for volunteers to help support our summer camp programs. We are a non-profit environmental education organization that fosters appreciation and stewardship of our environment by educating and connecting community to the world around us. We envision an inspired and connected culture where everyone makes choices for a sustainable future.

We operate summer day camps (July-August) in Redmond, Shoreline, and Sammamish, WA. Our goal is to help provide practical experience to individuals interested in pursuing the fields of education and/or natural sciences.

For students 16 years and older.

For more info and to apply: https://naturevision.org/volunteer

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Volunteer at Wilderness Awareness School Summer Camps

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Volunteer at Wilderness Awareness School Summer Camps

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Do you enjoy working with children? Are you interested in learning more about working with kids? Can you commit to at least a week of supporting instructors leading and playing games and activities? Then the Wilderness Awareness School summer camp volunteer opportunities might be a good fit for you! The Wilderness Awareness School welcomes volunteers over the age of 13. For youth, the program mimics a Counselor in Training program, giving them an opportunity to develop their leadership skills and envision themselves as future camp staff!

Day Camps – minimum age 13

Skills Day Camps – minimum age 15

Overnight Camps – minimum age 18

Youth Expeditions – minimum age 20

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Wilderness Awareness School currently has many exciting volunteer opportunities for people of all ages and skill levels. With the help of volunteers like you, we can deliver a fun and educational experience to children, and promote a deeper understanding and appreciation of nature, community and self.

Summer Camp Volunteers

Loo king for School Year Program volunteering? Go here.

Do you enjoy working with children? Are you interested in learning more about working with kids, either as an intern or a volunteer? Can you commit to at least a week of supporting instructors leading and playing games and activities? Then our summer camp volunteer opportunities might be a good fit for you!

Summer Camp Volunteers act as assistant instructors for our summer camps and receive training in our unique approach to mentoring youth in nature, which focuses on curiosity, play and asking questions as much or more than a delivery of facts. You can learn more about this approach by exploring Coyote's Guide to Connecting with Nature, available from our web store.
Due to this proclamation issued by Governor Inslee on August 18th, 2021, all volunteers must be fully vaccinated by October 18th, 2021 to participate in our youth and adult programs.
How it Works

Volunteers apply online to indicate one or more programs during the school year which they would like to volunteer, including the type of program and location. The Volunteer Coordinator will then schedule volunteers based on these preferences and other factors, working with you to create a schedule that meets our needs and yours! Have more questions? Visit our Summer Camp Volunteer FAQ page.

Volunteers are required to attend one volunteer training. Training dates for 2022 - TBD. They will take place May-July.

Minimum Age for Summer Camp Volunteers

The Wilderness Awareness School welcomes volunteers over the age of 13. For youth, the program mimics a Counselor in Training program, giving them an opportunity to develop their leadership skills and envision themselves as future camp staff!

Day Camps - minimum age 13

Skills Day Camps - minimum age 15

Overnight Camps - minimum age 18

Youth Expeditions - minimum age 20

Benefits

In addition to the satisfaction you receive in giving back to your community, as a volunteer, you will receive:

One day training in the basics of Wilderness Awareness School's approach to mentoring and orientation to camps

Experience in nature connection practices and mentoring skills for self and youth

$50 travel stipend for day camp volunteers

Internship credits to volunteers pursuing careers in youth education

Responsibilities

Volunteers are responsible for getting themselves to and from camps.

Volunteers are responsible for themselves before and after program hours.

Volunteers that are not at overnight camps are responsible for their own food and lodging while volunteering.

Have more questions? Visit our Summer Camp Volunteer FAQ page.

Volunteering for Wilderness Awareness in previous years has been the perfect opportunity for me to do two of my favorite things: work with children and spend time in nature. I keep coming back because every camp has left me with what I can only describe as a magical growth experience! There's something about the combination of nature, spending time with kids, learning new skills, pushing my boundaries, and connecting with other nature lovers that gives me a new appreciation for life and a better understanding of myself as a person. It's really hard to describe but WAS is so special to me and I want to be a part of spreading the magic again!
Ayana Harscoet, 17-year-old volunteer

Summer Internship

This is a part paid and part volunteer opportunity. Summer Intern positions are offered for qualified college students who seek an opportunity to experience our Coyote Mentoring pedagogy by working as an integral part of our staff teams as they deliver summer programs. Interns participate in summer staff training overnight, Art of Mentoring weeklong, serve as a volunteer for a variety of programs, and work several weeks as a paid lead instructor at our award winning day camps. Learn more about how to apply here.

Organizational Leadership

Our Board of Trustees, Elders Council members and other advisors are also volunteers! If you would like to learn more about those roles, or be considered for membership, please contact us.

Citizen Wildlife Monitoring Project

Looking to apply your wildlife tracking skills? Join a team of wildlife monitors working with the Cascades Citizen Wildlife Monitoring Project to document the presence and movement of wildlife, from wolverines to wolves to elk.

The volunteer opportunity combines wintertime snow tracking with year-long remote camera work to help monitor wildlife throughout out the Snoqualmie Pass corridor, where the highway is being updated to include new wildlife crossing structures.

In coordination with our statewide Citizen Wildlife Monitoring Project, we also monitor in remote habitats from the North Cascades to the Pasayten Wilderness to the Gifford Pinchot National Forest.

Volunteers are trained and mentored by a partnership of Conservation Northwest, Wilderness Awareness School, and the I-90 Wildlife Bridges Coalition. Learn more about volunteering here.

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Volunteer Opportunities " Wilderness Awareness School

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Wilderness Awareness School currently has many exciting volunteer opportunities for people of all ages and skill levels. With the help of volunteers like you, we can deliver a fun and educational experience to children, and promote a deeper understanding and appreciation of nature, community and self.

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Tavon Learning Center empowers adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to experience personal growth in nature, the community, and the classroom.

https://tavoncenter.org/get-involved/#volunteer

Volunteer with us

Come Volunteer with Tavon!

At Tavon Learning Center, we believe that learning, growing, and having fun go hand in hand — and volunteers make it all even better! Whether you’re getting your hands dirty in the garden, lending your energy to events, joining in on art and hiking activities, or putting your tech skills to good use, we need you — and we’re so excited to have you join the fun.

Volunteers are a huge part of the magic at Tavon. You might be helping our members plant veggies, cheer them on during yoga, paint masterpieces, or even just share a few laughs while walking the trails. Behind the scenes, you could be helping us stay organized, sharing your professional know-how, or bringing creative ideas to life. However you help, you’ll be making a real difference — and you’ll have a great time doing it.

Ready to jump in? Fill out the Volunteer Application below and let’s make some memories together.

We can’t wait to meet you!

Thank you for helping learning grow!

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https://www.kirklandwa.gov/Government/Departments/Parks-and-Community-Services/Green-Kirkland-Partnership/Event-Calendar

Join Green Kirkland at an upcoming event to lend a hand with stewardship activities such as removing invasive species and planting native plants in parks and natural spaces throughout Kirkland. No prior experience necessary. Tools and education are provided at each event.

Activities may include:

Digging or cutting of invasive weeds by hand, typically blackberry or ivy plants (all year)

Spreading and hauling wood chip mulch (all year)

Planting native trees and shrubs (October through February)

Common tools that we use include shovels, long-handle pruners, pitch forks, buckets, and wheelbarrows.

For more information about forest stewardship and the City of Kirkland's 20-Year Forest and Natural Area Plan visit the About Us page.

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Calendar of volunteer opportunities with the Green Kirkland Partnership

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Volunteer service can be a transformative experience for teens, helping them build confidence and self-esteem, foster a sense of empathy, explore new interests and passions, and develop valuable life skills like teamwork and leadership that can carry over into adulthood. Yet many teens face barriers to getting started. Some may be shy to seek out opportunities or to interact with strangers, or others may lack access to transportation or not feel qualified for certain roles. If your teen isn't sure where to start or how to find opportunities that are right for them, here are 24 other ideas to get them started on the path to community service

https://www.ymca.org/ystories/youth-teen-development/24-volunteer-ideas-for-teens

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Explore these 24 volunteer ideas for teens. Volunteer service helps teens build character, develop empathy, learn healthy habits and develop new skills.

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Where-to-care-guide -volunteering for teens.pdf, city of Kirkland.

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Where-to-care-guide -volunteering for teens.pdf, city of Kirkland.

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This guidebook was created to give you, teens on the Eastside,

a comprehensive resource of information about volunteering in

your community. We hope that this guidebook will get you on the

right track to finding your ideal volunteer experience.

https://www.kirklandwa.gov/files/sharedassets/public/v/1/city-managers-office/pdfs/where-to-care-guide-for-teen-volunteering.pdf

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Looking for volunteer programs in the Bellevue area? Check out these resources and opportunities for teens!

Please contact the organizations listed or check their website for the most up-to-date information.

https://kcls.bibliocommons.com/v2/list/display/2311538779/2316615229

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Find ways you can give back to the community and improve our parks

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Find ways you can give back to the community and improve our parks

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https://www.seattle.gov/parks/volunteer

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Find ways you can give back to your community and improve our parks.

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Great community service opportunities for Middle School Students:

Kids Coming Together offers exciting and fun opportunities for kids to be involved in community service events. The events help children come together while providing leadership opportunities

https://kidscomingtogether.org/upcoming-events/

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Make friends. have fun. serve others. Kids Coming Together provides opportunities for local youth to make new friends and connect with their community through free service events led by high school students. Learn More Helping kids make new friends and connect to their community. With a focus on friendships, Kids Coming Together promotes community service…

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Ways to Help Address Growing Food Insecurity

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Ways to Help Address Growing Food Insecurity

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Many are asking how they can help provide hot meals or pantry staples to the growing number of food insecure neighbors in King County. This list includes opportunities to help provide a hot meal, and places to donate food and help distribute it. Most of these organizations are seeking volunteers. The listings are for organizations on the Eastside of Seattle, though there is included a link to additional organizations across King County. Find a location near you and volunteer. Your hungry neighbors thank you!

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Eastside Meal Programs and Food Banks.docx

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Pick up some Spring coloring sheets from Campus Ministry, take them home to color and return them. Or spend your lunch period in Campus Ministry coloring. We will share the finished art with local seniors, to brighten their spaces. If you have a favorite Spring Craft that you want to create-- create away! Then bring your finished art to Campus Ministry. Keep track of your hours and enter them once you drop off your artwork. Our local senior citizens thank you!

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Make a Difference: Volunteer with Athletes for Kids!

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Make a Difference: Volunteer with Athletes for Kids!

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AFK is currently recruiting athletes in 9th-11th grade, who are passionate and dedicated to building supportive relationships between children who have disabilities and high school athletes. Many, many EC athletes volunteer here. Visit athletesforkids.org to learn more!

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Volunteer at the Fall City Community Food Pantry

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Volunteer at the Fall City Community Food Pantry

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The Fall City Food Pantry seeks help cleaning up on distribution days. Help is needed from 6-8:30 pm on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month.

The Fall City Community Food Pantry is housed in the Fall City United Methodist Church at: 4326 337th Place Southeast, Fall City, WA 98024

Contact Nance Myhre at npmyhre@comcast.net for more information and to sign up.

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Volunteer with Pantry Packing Parties for Lake Washington Schools.

Warehouse address and directions:

14816 NE 95th Street - Bldg 6, Redmond WA 98052

Welcome Back our most Amazing Volunteers!

We really need your help assembling Pantry Packs to help to our students and families in need this school year. We will have Wednesday evening shifts (6:00-8:00 PM) to have packs available this year.

We will need about 25 volunteers. Middle and High School students welcome with a parent. This is a great way to get volunteer hours! You all are essential to keeping this vital program going. We hope you realize how much you are appreciated not only by the students receiving much needed food but also by all of us who help with this program. You are all amazing!

If you have any question, feel free to contact Erin Schadt @ pantrypacks@lwsf.org. She will link you to the sign-up genius. We look forward to seeing you all soon!

Signup Details:

Please bring a water bottle or drink as this is thirsty work and we no longer have bottled water available.

If you or anyone in your household is sick or have symptoms then please stay home for everyone's protection.

Closed-toed shoes are required for safety.

It is often cold in the warehouse, so please dress for the appropriate occasion.

Please use an email address and phone number you check frequently so you don't miss any updates.

Youth 8-18 are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult that participates.

The Pantry Packs program, powered by the Lake Washington Schools Foundation, provides weekend food packs for food-insecure students identified by LWSD school personnel.

For more information: visit the Pantry Packs Information Page or contact us at pantrypacks@lwsf.org.

Thank you for your support, we couldn't do this important work without you!

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We welcome the donation of funds to purchase the food we need at the best possible price.

$7 per month buys a single pack of food for a LWSD student.

$28 per month sponsors a single student's monthly supply of packs.

You may  donate online  or mail a check written to "LWSF-Pantry Packs" to:

Lake Washington Schools Foundation
PO Box 83
Redmond, WA 98073

Remember your donations may be matched by your employer. Please consider making a recurring donation ... because hunger is recurring!

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​Pantry Packs | Lake Washington Schools Foundation

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​Pantry Packs is a program that provides weekend meals for students experiencing food insecurity.

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Sunday Meal Service at Blessed Sacrament Parish in Seattle (all ages!)

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Sunday Meal Service at Blessed Sacrament Parish in Seattle (all ages!)

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Many time shifts available from 6am-3pm (come for as long as you are able!). This takes place weekly, so you are able to volunteer for many shifts - but you need to check in weekly with the coordinator (Del) to RSVP and claim a spot. Contact sunday.dinner@hotmail.com to RSVP for an upcoming week!

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Send Ms. Kittridge a screenshot of your completed page and add her email (lkittridge@eastsidecatholic.org) in x2vol as the verifier for 15 minutes of service!

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As people of faith, we are called to care for our common home and stand with Indigenous communities in honoring the treaties by restoring free-flowing rivers and protecting salmon, a vital species for the Northwest. The Northwest Energy Security Act (H.R. 626/S. 182) threatens this covenant by locking in an illegal dam operations plan that accelerates salmon extinction, disregards Tribal communities, and hinders clean energy progress. Take Action!

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Ages 16+ be an aquatic ambassador at the Sammamish YMCA!

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Ages 16+ be an aquatic ambassador at the Sammamish YMCA!

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Sammamish Community YMCA Aquatic Ambassador

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As an Aquatic Ambassador you will have the chance to connect with various people. You will assist members as they utilize the aquatic area. These duties may include restocking swim lesson supplies, straightening up the aquatics area, and assisting guards with various activities.

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Adventure Awaits: Volunteer with The Road Less Traveled 

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Adventure Awaits: Volunteer with The Road Less Traveled 

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Looking for a life-changing experience that combines adventure with making a real impact? Join The Road Less Traveled and embark on a journey of service in the U.S, South America, Europe or Africa! Whether you're passionate about the environment, helping animals, or supporting communities, we have meaningful projects waiting for you. Step out of your comfort zone, make a difference and gain unforgettable experiences along the way! Learn more and start your adventure today https://www.theroadlesstraveled.com/

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Road Less Traveled | Summer Travel and Service Programs for Teens

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Extraordinary travel programs for 6th - 12th graders! 2- 3 week trips combining Adventure, Service, Cultural Immersion and Meaningful Travel Experiences.

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City of Sammamish: all ages! many dates!

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City of Sammamish: all ages! many dates!

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Sign up using the above link!

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High Schoolers: Volunteer Online to Teach English!

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High Schoolers: Volunteer Online to Teach English!

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Volunteer to Teach English!

Wide World for Refugee (WWR) seeks high school students to help teach English skills to its refugee English Language Learner (ELL) community.  It is WWR’s mission to reduce barriers and provide support to refugees in the greater Seattle area, and facilitating refugees’ English abilities is an important part of its program.

Details:

●      Commitment for 12 weeks, approximately 3 hours per week, required.

●      Able to teach people from different backgrounds with limited English skills. Focus on speaking, listening, reading and writing skills, using interactive teaching methods to encourage student participation and engagement.

●      Able to lead classes over Zoom – all classes are held online.

●      Able to speak other languages is preferred, but not required.

●      Lesson plans and class materials are provided.

For more information and the link to apply, click HERE.

Contact Maggie Dourian (mdourian@seattleu.edu) with questions.

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We are seeking a dynamic and result-oriented individuals to serve as an active volunteer to serve in support of the organization's mission. The individual will work closely with our team so support the implementation of our English class

Duties: Candidate is expected to commit to a 12 weeks or more and expected to do the following duties

1. Lesson Planning

Prepare engaging and culturally sensitive lesson plans tailored to the needs and proficiency levels of the students.
Incorporate interactive activities, visual aids, and multimedia resources to enhance understanding.

2. Class Instruction

Conduct English lessons via Zoom, focusing on speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills.
Use interactive teaching methods to encourage student participation and engagement.

3. Cultural Sensitivity

Recognize and respect the diverse cultural backgrounds and experiences of the students.
Adapt teaching methods to address cultural nuances and varying learning styles.

4. Technology Facilitation

Ensure students can access and effectively use Zoom and other online learning tools.
Troubleshoot basic technical issues to minimize disruptions during class.

5. Student Support

Provide encouragement and positive reinforcement to build confidence in using English.
Offer individual assistance as needed, addressing specific learning challenges.

6. Communication Skills

Maintain clear and effective communication with students, ensuring instructions are easy to follow.
Use visual aids, gestures, and repetition to support comprehension.

7. Progress Assessment

Monitor and evaluate students' progress through quizzes, homework, and informal assessments.
Provide constructive feedback to help students improve their English skills.

8. Cultural Exchange

Encourage discussions that allow students to share their cultural backgrounds and experiences.
Use these exchanges to enrich the learning experience and promote cross-cultural understanding.

9. Coordination

Communicate with program coordinators to discuss students' progress, challenges, and resource needs.
Attend training sessions or meetings to stay aligned with the program's goals and methodologies.

10. Resource Preparation

Develop or source supplemental materials like vocabulary lists, grammar exercises, and conversation prompts.
Share resources and recordings of lessons with students for additional practice.

11. Patience and Adaptability
Be patient and adaptable to the varying pace of students' learning.
Adjust teaching strategies to meet the unique needs of the group or individuals.

Our Mission
To create a safe and connected global community for refugees and immigrants where their artistic talent is recognized as a tool for social, economic, and cultural development.

Our Vision
At Wide World for Refugee, we envision a world where refugees and immigrants are valued members of society, where their unique cultural backgrounds and artistic talents are celebrated and utilized to enrich the lives of all people.

Equal Employment Opportunities
Wide World for Refugee is committed to ensuring equal opportunity and participation all individuals for employment consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws
Wide world for refugee encourages and welcomes diversity. We are an equal opportunity organization. All candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, or sexual orientation

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English as second language Volunteer (ESL)

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We are seeking a dynamic and result-oriented individuals to serve as an active volunteer to serve in support of the organization's mission. The individual will work closely with our team so support the implementation of our English class Duties: Candidate is expected to commit to a 12 weeks or more and expected to do the following duties 1.

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The USO is a lounge, located in Sea-Tac airport before security, for our military and their family members. Volunteers check-in guests, tag luggage for our visitors to store in our luggage room, make sandwiches, coffee, etc., and keep the place tidy for our visitors.

Our shifts run in 4-hour increments. You register online through the USO Volunteer intake process and come to the Center for a training session with the Volunteer Coordinator. We have parking coupons for parking in general terminal parking, adjacent to the main terminal. We are located before security inside the main terminal. Come and make a difference for our military families as they transition to their new duty stations in Japan, Korea and Guam!

Contact EC Student Ava (ava.bastron@eastsidecatholicschool.org) for more information.

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Sign up for a date, cook the meal at home (with friends/family, if you like!), bring it in, and submit for service hours. You can list the verifier as a parent for this, as an exception, given that you are completing the cooking time at home. Please label the entry on x2vol as "Porchlight meal delivery - parent approval allowed."

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PorchLight is launching a new system for scheduling meal donations for our Emergency Men's Shelter. This is a cost-saving move and an efficiency decision. Switching from GivePulse to a JotForm system will save us $1,000 a year in fees.

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High schoolers: Volunteer with Acres of Diamonds!

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High schoolers: Volunteer with Acres of Diamonds!

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Acres of Diamonds seeks to create lasting change for homeless mothers and children through a caring community.

We need help in the Kids Program! Our motto is to Play-Connect-Grow. Through imaginative play, arts & crafts, games, music, and more, our volunteers make connections with kids which supports their emotional and social growth.

Details:

Student volunteers must be 14+ years old

Just as you would play a sport for a season, volunteers must commit to at least 5 visits over the course of one full 'season' to form consistent relationships with the kids.

Volunteer shift timing options:

Monday and/or Thursday from 6:00-8:00 pm

One Wednesday evening per month 6:30-7:45

Location: 15705 Main St NE, Duvall

Volunteer process:

Visit this website and complete the volunteer application by selecting the “Click Here to Apply!” button.

Have a Meet & Greet with the Volunteer Engagement Manager.

Set up a time for a 45-minute training (you can do this right before your first volunteer shift).

Sign up for future shifts from there.

For more information, check out this video or contact Nan Graf at nan@acresofdiamonds.org.

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All ages/anytime: Volunteer online with Zooniverse research!

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All ages/anytime: Volunteer online with Zooniverse research!

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Be sure to screenshot your beginning/end times (or certificate of completion) and send to pthurmann@eastsidecatholic.org for verification (since parents/guardians at home cannot verify your hours).

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The Zooniverse is the world's largest and most popular platform for people-powered research.

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Ongoing: outdoor opportunities in Seattle!

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Ongoing: outdoor opportunities in Seattle!

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Volunteer with Seattle parks! Sign up for MANY opportunities through this link.

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Find ways you can give back to your community and improve our parks.

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Volunteer at 21 Acres Farm in Woodinville!

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Volunteer at 21 Acres Farm in Woodinville!

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Ongoing: many jobs, everything from weeding to gardening to planting!

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21 Acres Volunteer Application Form - 21 Acres

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Volunteer Terms: I agree to abide by 21 Acres’ policies, procedures, and Code of Conduct. I understand 21 Acres does not provide any health benefits (i.e. medical, dental, workers compensation, etc.) or any accident insurance for me as a volunteer; I understand it is my responsibility to provide this coverage. I understand that 21 Acres does not provide volunteer compensation, or trade volunteer services for membership or fees.

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Volunteer to Be a Baseball Buddy for girls and boys with physical, developmental, or intellectual disabilities

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Volunteer to Be a Baseball Buddy for girls and boys with physical, developmental, or intellectual disabilities

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WHAT IS CHALLENGER BASEBALL?

Challenger is adaptive Little League baseball that is open to girls and boys with physical, developmental, or intellectual disabilities.  Coaches and volunteers have experience assisting players in accessing baseball at the level they require to have fun and be successful.  Players practice baseball skills and participate in scrimmages and games while practicing social skills and making friends.

Check the website for information on how to sign up.

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Challenger is adaptive Little League baseball that is open to girls and boys with physical, developmental, or intellectual disabilities. Coaches and volunteers have experience assisting players in accessing baseball at the level they require to have fun and be successful. Players practice baseball skills and participate in scrimmages and games while practicing social skills and making friends.

When?

Spring: Mid April - Early June

Confirmed dates for spring Challenger:

April 13th, April 20th, April 27th, May 4th, May 11th, May 18th, May 25th, June 1st

Fall: Early September - Late October

Where?

Hartman Park H6 from 2-4pm

Who?

Girls and boys ages 5-18

Cost?

Challenger Little League is FREE to all! Includes uniform and use of all adaptive equipment.
Little League Challenger Site

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Little League Baseball and Softball in Redmond, Washington

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DRIVERS (16+) NEEDED: Earn service hours for driving!

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DRIVERS (16+) NEEDED: Earn service hours for driving!

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The nonprofit organization EatHappyNow connects surplus food to food banks and local shelters. We need volunteers to drive and pickup food from grocery stores/restaurants and deliver it to food banks/shelters. We use an app to connect volunteers with available store/food bank locations.

Shifts are ongoing and take about 2 hours each!

If you can't drive, you can also complete this volunteer activity with a parent driver.

Sign up here! Volunteers - eathappynow

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Ongoing: Make a fleece tie-blanket for Kiddos Cuddles

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Ongoing: Make a fleece tie-blanket for Kiddos Cuddles

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For more information/instructions on how to make a blanket, visit the website below. EC does not supply blanket-making materials. Finished blankets accepted in EC's Campus Ministry office! Whoever sees you drop off the blanket(s) can verify your hours in x2vol (i.e. Mrs. Kittridge). Home (kiddoscuddles.com)

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Volunteer at the Sammamish Farmers Market

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Volunteer at the Sammamish Farmers Market

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The Sammamish Farmers Market is in need of volunteers each week on Wednesdays.  Contact Pat Herrin @ 425.332.6571 ext 2 or manager@sammamishfarmersmarket.org

Here is the link for volunteer sign up: https://www.sammamishfarmersmarket.org/volunteers/

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The NWNHC Family Fund is holding three Family Retreats and one fundraiser, the Fall City Apple Fest, this year.

Since 2010 the program has helped military families address the transition challenges experienced by long separations, frequent moves, and the devastating effects of war. At the retreats, husbands and wives work with certified equine-assisted therapists to learn new life skills and reconnect as loving partners. Children get the opportunity to share their experiences with their peers and have fun family time with their parents.

We are looking for volunteers to assist; we hold three retreats each year and one annual fundraiser on the third Sunday in September. All middle and high school students are welcome.

https://www.signupgenius.com/index.cfm?go=c.SignUpSearch&eid=0ECBC0DBFDCCFB60&cs=09B6BAAD8FCD8B177B7B64745BB49BCE&sortby=&view=i

Questions? Contact Betinna Maher (703) 981 1189

bmaher@nwnhcfamilyfund.org

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Make Sandwiches for Union Gospel Mission - Ongoing

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Make Sandwiches for Union Gospel Mission - Ongoing

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Grab some friends and assemble sandwiches for Union Gospel Mission Search and Rescue.  Please see attached sheet for instructions.  Volunteers need to purchase supplies.
All ages but adult must deliver to site.
Contact Lori — lschupbach@ugm.org or (206) 556-5912 to schedule a date to deliver.

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Outdoors for All Day Camp Volunteer Opportunities for High School Students

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Outdoors for All Day Camp Volunteer Opportunities for High School Students

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Outdoors for All Summer Camps provide outdoor recreation activities for youth and adults with disabilities. Volunteers will support staff and counselors with group management, activity delivery, and support campers to ensure safety, fun, and learning. We will be on the move enjoying activities that may include rock climbing, cycling, hiking, trips to the zoo, and visits to local parks.

We offer youth and adult camps at Magnuson Park and Lake Sammamish State Park from June 23rd – August 29th.

Volunteers must be 14+. Adult Adventure Day volunteers must be 18+. Volunteers who are 14-17 years old must fill out our online application and be accepted in order to volunteer.  Visit the link to learn more! Contact timn@outdoorsforall.org with any questions.

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Outdoors for All does not tolerate abuse or neglect of any kind, between any association of staff, volunteers, participants, family members, or caregivers. In Washington State, abuse or neglect is defined as the physical, sexual, or emotional injury of child (or vulnerable adult) by any person under circumstances which cause harm to the individual's health, welfare, or safety; or the negligent treatment or maltreatment of a child (or vulnerable adult) by a person responsible for or providing care to the child.

If there is suspected abuse or neglect, or a claim of abuse or neglect, taking place within an Outdoors for All program, or with a participant who is involved in an Outdoors for All program, Outdoors for All has a legal and ethical responsibility to report such suspensions or claims to the appropriate authorities and/or support investigations into such claims of abuse or neglect.

During an investigation, Outdoors for All may limit the participation of individuals involved in the claim. Outdoors for All does not have an obligation to share the details of an investigation with those involved in the claim, to protect privacy and prevent retaliation of those involved.

Staff and volunteers complete yearly training on abuse and neglect prevention and
reporting practices within Washington State.

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Outdoors for All Summer Camps provide outdoor recreation activities for youth and adults with disabilities. Volunteers will support staff and counselors with group management, activity delivery, and support campers to ensure safety, fun, and learning. We will be on the move enjoying activities that may include rock climbing, cycling, hiking, trips to the zoo, and visits to local parks.

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Ongoing opportunity: write a letter to congress through CRS!

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Ongoing opportunity: write a letter to congress through CRS!

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Catholic Relief Services has a letter-writing campaign that students can participate in throughout the year! Hours contributed towards writing (up to 1 hour) can be approved by submitting a screenshot of your submitted letter & including Ms. Kittridge's name as the verifier. No deadline!

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Catholic Relief Services eases suffering and provides assistance to people in need in more than 100 countries, without regard to race, religion or nationality.

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Bake a Cake for a Child in Need with Birthday Dreams - Ongoing

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Bake a Cake for a Child in Need with Birthday Dreams - Ongoing

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Do you like baking?  Local kids in shelters would love a homemade birthday cake!  Please take a look at the list below and find a day and location that works for you.  Then bake the requested cake and deliver to the shelter address.  You can also volunteer with this organization in many ways.

https://birthdaydreams.org/Schedule?typeID=6

*16+, >18 requires chaperone, must apply and submit sample cake to become a cake baker for Birthday Dreams

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Help Make PB&J Sandwiches for the unhoused, ongoing, all ages

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Help Make PB&J Sandwiches for the unhoused, ongoing, all ages

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https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040b4aaea923a31-ampowering#/

Sign up to make 100-800 PB&J Sandwiches.  Sandwiches to be made on Sunday and delivered on Sunday afternoons to a Sammamish resident who will distribute to shelters and unhoused people on Mondays

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Team AmPowering is making and donating around 800 sandwiches every week for homeless neighbors in King County. They are delivered to Search & Rescue team for the distribution on every Monday and Friday mornings. Days of Donation Sandwiches are done twice a week.

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Volunteer with children with disabilities by providing an unforgettable weekend outdoor experience! Contact jhwa@jillshouse.org for more info. Must be at least 16 years of age.

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Volunteering with Jill's House Weekend Adventures!