Retired and Senior Volunteer Program

Central Seattle RSVP Opportunities

Bloodworks Northwest: Become part of the lifesaving link that delivers blood to patients in need in your community. Many opportunities are available depending on whether you prefer to be a donor monitor (helping certain donors feel well after donating) or work at the front desk (greeting and registering donors in the computer system).

Cancer Lifeline: Volunteer from your home as a Lifeline Specialist! Lifeline provides emotional support and resource referrals for all people living with cancer: patients, survivors, friends, family members, caregivers and coworkers. You should be comfortable listening to profound emotions, be a good listener, and be able to provide nonjudgmental support. You must have phone and Internet access. Must attend 20 hours of training provided through zoom training sessions.

Catholic Community Services (CCS) – Volunteer Services welcomes volunteers to enable elders living on low incomes and adults with disabilities to remain independent in their own homes. Volunteers may help the same person or be listed for on-call opportunities depending on their schedule and interests. Volunteers receive training, mileage reimbursement and insurance. Requests include: ⇒grocery/ medication/ meal delivery ⇒medical appointment drivers ⇒yardwork and ⇒phone buddies.

FareStart helps people experiencing poverty escape the cycle they are in by teaching them the work and life skills they need to succeed in the food service industry – and in life. FareStart is looking for supply drivers to deliver supplies attending their remote culinary classes. Remote opportunities are also available: write and decorate letters to be incorporated in FareStart meal kits which are sent to local homeless shelters, nonprofits, senior facilities, schools and more, or make masks for FareStart’s essential kitchen staff! Volunteers will be reimbursed for materials.

Full Life Care is dedicated to enhancing quality of life for low-income elders and adults with disabilities. Volunteers are invited to support our clients one-on-one through our ElderFriends Program. ElderFriends custom matches volunteers with lonely and isolated older adults in King County for 1:1 companionship via in-home or remote friendly visits in Seattle and King County.

Habitat for Humanity seeks regular volunteers to help build and repair homes for hardworking families in King County. Volunteers also coach families in Habitat’s Family Support program, helping families find a home. Remote and in person options available. Join them for a volunteer orientation session to learn more.

Jewish Family Services helps vulnerable individuals and families in the Puget Sound region achieve well-being, health, and stability. Volunteer opportunities include:  ⇒food bank shifts, ⇒food bank home delivery, ⇒market and farm gleaning and ⇒virtual friendly visitor for older adults ⇒remote data support ⇒supporting resettled refugees.

Lifelong: For more than 30 years, Lifelong’s volunteers, who are the heart and soul of the organization, have played a vital role in helping provide quality care and services to clients. The Chicken Soup Brigade, our food program, lies at the heart of our commitment to easing the lives of people living with or at risk of serious illnesses. We would love to have you join us in this effort! Requests include: ⇒Kitchen prep ⇒Delivery drivers ⇒ Warehouse Helpers organizing meals and grocery bags for delivery and pickup.

Reading Partners:  A literacy nonprofit that mobilizes community volunteers to provide one-on-one tutoring to struggling elementary school readers seeks tutors for one hour a week during the school year. No experience required as you are provided with an easy-to-follow curriculum that includes all the books, worksheets, and step-by-step lesson plans to teach an effective lesson. In person and virtual tutoring positions available!

Solid Ground: Sponsor of RSVP in King County, Solid Ground works to end poverty and undo racism and other oppressions that are root causes of poverty by providing housing, food, transportation and other services to those in need across King County.

• Volunteer Drivers: Community Food Education (CFE) seeks Volunteer Drivers to pick up produce from Charlie’s Produce in SODO and deliver it to Lowell Elementary School (Capitol Hill).
• Community Food Education (Waitlisted): The Community Food Education (CFE) program is designed to teach people living on low incomes how to prepare healthy and delicious meals on a limited budget. If you are passionate about food, CFE is looking for volunteers for 6-week class series. Work alongside a staff coordinator to facilitate fun, lively, and informative classes. Volunteers work with the participants on educational activities and help them prepare a shared meal. Classes are currently virtual. Training is provided.

Sound Generations is a nonprofit organization serving aging adults and their loved ones in King County. We have been serving our communities since 1967. Our staff and over 2,100 volunteers are dedicated to ensuring older adults can live ample and fulfilled lives in a community that respects and affirms the aging journey. Requests include: ⇒Assist with events ⇒Social Media Ambassador ⇒Phone-a-friend ⇒Digital card making

United Way Free Tax Prep (Waitlisted): Join the Free Tax Campaign, a program that helps struggling families and individuals prepare their taxes, gives access to savings and opportunities, and connects them to public benefits. No tax experience necessary – they will train you. Join a talented team and help reach the people who need it most. Signups begin in October.

Youth Tutoring Program (YTP) provides free one-to-one tutoring for children living in six different housing communities for those living on low incomes around Seattle. YTP students represent many nationalities, cultures, languages, and religions. Volunteers meet with the same student every week to mentor and tutor them in the skills they need to thrive academically and in life. Afternoon and evening hours are available; sign up for one hour a week or more and help a child succeed.

Additional Seattle Volunteer Opportunities Currently Closed or limited due to COVID-19: Pacific Science Center, Seattle Goodwill

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North Seattle RSVP Opportunities

Bloodworks Northwest: Become part of the lifesaving link that delivers blood to patients in need in your community. Many opportunities are available depending on whether you prefer to be a donor monitor (helping certain donors feel well after donating) or work at the front desk (greeting and registering donors in the computer system).

Cancer Lifeline: Volunteer from your home as a Lifeline Specialist! Lifeline provides emotional support and resource referrals for all people living with cancer: patients, survivors, friends, family members, caregivers, and coworkers. You should be comfortable listening to profound emotions, be a good listener, and be able to provide nonjudgmental support. You must have phone and Internet access. Must attend 20 hours of training provided through zoom training sessions.

Catholic Community Services (CCS) – Volunteer Services welcomes volunteers to enable elders living on low incomes and adults with disabilities to remain independent in their own homes. Volunteers may help the same person or be listed for on-call opportunities depending on their schedule and interests. Volunteers receive training, mileage reimbursement and insurance. Requests include: ⇒grocery/medication/ meal delivery ⇒medical appointment drivers ⇒phone buddies and ⇒yardwork.

Greenwood Senior Center provides vital services as well as social, physical, and educational activities for senior citizens and neighbors in the surrounding community. The center offers opportunities for growth for all participants and works in partnership with the neighborhood to enrich the lives of all who encounter them. Volunteers are needed in a variety of capacities. Requests include:  ⇒Early-Stage Memory Loss (ESML) Support ⇒Supply Delivery Drivers ⇒Teach a Virtual Class or Workshop ⇒Garden and Groundskeeping ⇒Pen pals ⇒Tool Librarian at their Tool Library.

Habitat for Humanity seeks regular volunteers to help build and repair homes for hardworking families in King County. Volunteers also coach families in Habitat’s Family Support program, helping families find a home. Remote and in person options available. Join them for a volunteer orientation session to learn more.

North Helpline Emergency Services & Food Bank: There are many opportunities for volunteers to help in the foodbank with sorting and food distribution. Requests include:  ⇒Food Delivery and Pickup Drivers ⇒Food Bank Helper ⇒Preparing hygiene kits.

Solid Ground: Sponsor of RSVP in King County, Solid Ground works to end poverty and undo racism and other oppressions that are root causes of poverty by providing housing, food, transportation and other services to those in need across King County.

• Board Member: Solid Ground’s Board of Directors is responsible for providing guidance and making policy to ensure that the agency’s mission and goals are carried out. We are especially looking for volunteers over 45 years old, BIPOC, gender non-conforming, elected officials, and people with lived experience of poverty, oppression, and/or homelessness.
• Magnuson Park Community Food Pantry:  We are seeking volunteers to help provide food for Sand Point community. Volunteers can assist with unloading food deliveries, distributing food, keeping stations well stocked, welcoming patrons, providing information and direction, and assisting staff with the breakdown and cleanup of the food bank at the end of the afternoon.
• Master Gardener Volunteer Position: We are looking for skilled volunteers to help redo the landscaping around the outside of our office building in Wallingford. Our hope is to create a welcoming and inviting place for the people who visit the building, including those who access the food bank and the library. Master Gardener volunteers will “adopt a section” of our grounds, and tasks include advising about plants that do well without irrigation, designing and installing plantings, and helping maintain gardens.
• Community Food Education (Waitlisted): The Community Food Education (CFE) program is designed to teach people living on low incomes how to prepare healthy and delicious meals on a limited budget. If you are passionate about food, CFE is looking for volunteers for 6-week class series. Work alongside a staff coordinator to facilitate fun, lively, and informative classes. Volunteers work with the participants on educational activities and help them prepare a shared meal. Classes are currently virtual. Training is provided.

Street Youth Ministries (SYM): Street Youth Ministries volunteer program is currently closed during COVID, but SYM is still accepting prepared meals to be dropped off!

United Way Free Tax Prep (Waitlisted): Join the Free Tax Campaign, a program that helps struggling families and individuals prepare their taxes, gives access to savings and opportunities, and connects them to public benefits. No tax experience necessary – they will train you. Join a talented team and help reach the people who need it most. Signups begin in October.

University District Food Bank seeks volunteers to help fight hunger in northeast Seattle. There are many ways to help out: ⇒Packing premade food boxes ⇒shopping for customers ⇒deliver food to homebound folks ⇒assist with the brand-new rooftop farm, and much more! Volunteers like you power the U. District Food Bank, and they would love for you to join their team!

Youth Tutoring Program (YTP)provides free one-to-one virtual tutoring for children living in six different housing communities for those living on low incomes around Seattle. YTP students represent many nationalities, cultures, languages, and religions. Volunteers meet with the same student every week to mentor and tutor them in the skills they need to thrive academically and in life. Afternoon and evening hours are available; sign up for one hour a week or more and help a child succeed.

Additional North Seattle volunteer opportunities currently closed (or limited) due to COVID-19: New Beginnings, Power of One and Seattle Cancer Care Alliance.

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South and West Seattle RSVP Opportunities

American Cancer Society – West Seattle Discovery Shop: Join the American Cancer Society Discovery Shop and help us fund cancer research and free patient services! The Discovery Shop is the upscale resale shop for the American Cancer Society where the community can donate their gently used clothing and household items. We have the following needs in our store: cashiers, customer service focused sales associates, merchandise sorters and pricers. We have various openings and flexible shifts.

Bloodworks Northwest: Become part of the lifesaving link that delivers blood to patients in need in your community. Many opportunities are available depending on whether you prefer to be a donor monitor (helping certain donors feel well after donating) or work at the front desk (greeting and registering donors in the computer system).

Cancer Lifeline: Volunteer from your home as a Lifeline Specialist! Lifeline provides emotional support and resource referrals for all people living with cancer: patients, survivors, friends, family members, caregivers, and coworkers. You should be comfortable listening to profound emotions, be a good listener, and be able to provide nonjudgmental support. You must have phone and Internet access. Must attend 20 hours of training provided through zoom training sessions.

Catholic Community Services (CCS) – Volunteer Services welcomes volunteers to enable elders living on low incomes and adults with disabilities to remain independent in their own homes. Volunteers may help the same person or be listed for on-call opportunities depending on their schedule and interests. Volunteers receive training, mileage reimbursement and insurance. Requests include: ⇒grocery/medication/ meal delivery ⇒medical appointment drivers ⇒yardwork and  ⇒phone buddies.

Food Lifeline: Be one of more than 10,000 people lending a hand to help stop hunger. Food Lifeline needs volunteer assistance to sort, and pack donated produce and food. Each day they receive 25,000 pounds of donated food, which is sorted by volunteers and then distributed to 275 food banks and meal programs in western Washington. They have opportunities to fit every schedule. Your time and energy will make a difference!

Habitat for Humanity seeks regular volunteers to help build and repair homes for hardworking families in King County. Volunteers also coach families in Habitat’s Family Support program, helping families find a home. Remote and in person options available. Join them for a volunteer orientation session to learn more.

Lifelong: For more than 30 years, Lifelong’s volunteers, who are the heart and soul of the organization, have played a vital role in helping provide quality care and services to clients. The Chicken Soup Brigade, our food program, lies at the heart of our commitment to easing the lives of people living with or at risk of serious illnesses. We would love to have you join us in this effort! Volunteer opportunities include:  ⇒Repacking food donations ⇒prepping food ⇒packaging meals ⇒delivering nutritious food ⇒assembling health care kits.

Reading Partners:  A literacy nonprofit that mobilizes community volunteers to provide one-on-one tutoring to struggling elementary school readers seeks tutors for one hour a week during the school year. No experience required as you are provided with an easy-to-follow curriculum that includes all the books, worksheets, and step-by-step lesson plans to teach an effective lesson. In person and virtual tutoring positions available!

Solid Ground: Sponsor of RSVP in King County, Solid Ground works to end poverty and undo racism and other oppressions that are root causes of poverty by providing housing, food, transportation and other services to those in need across King County.

• Board Member: Solid Ground’s Board of Directors is responsible for providing guidance and making policy to ensure that the agency’s mission and goals are carried out. We are especially looking for volunteers over 45 years old, BIPOC, gender non-conforming, elected officials, and people with lived experience of poverty, oppression, and/or homelessness.

• Marra Farm: Work at our Giving Garden at Marra Farm by building soil, preparing vegetable beds, planting vegetable starts and seeds, weeding by hand, composting, watering, harvesting, washing produce, and distributing produce to the community food bank and other locations. Many of our volunteers start with limited or no gardening knowledge and learn as they go, so we welcome you with whatever level of gardening skills and knowledge you bring.

• Volunteer Drivers: Community Food Education (CFE) seeks Volunteer Drivers to pick up produce from Charlie’s Produce in SODO and deliver it to Lowell Elementary School (Capitol Hill).
• Community Food Education (Waitlisted): The Community Food Education (CFE) program is designed to teach people living on low incomes how to prepare healthy and delicious meals on a limited budget. If you are passionate about food, CFE is looking for volunteers for 6-week class series. Work alongside a staff coordinator to facilitate fun, lively, and informative classes. Volunteers work with the participants on educational activities and help them prepare a shared meal. Classes are currently virtual. Training is provided.

United Way Free Tax Prep (Waitlisted): Join the Free Tax Campaign, a program that helps struggling families and individuals prepare their taxes, gives access to savings and opportunities, and connects them to public benefits. No tax experience necessary – they will train you. Join a talented team and help reach the people who need it most. Signups begin in October.

Washington DECA (Accepting volunteer judges in November 2021): WA DECA’s vision is to prepare innovative leaders and entrepreneurs who make a positive social and global impact by providing business and leadership opportunities to help high school students succeed in school, careers, and life. DECA seeks volunteer judges for online and in-person events occurring in Bellevue in November, January, and March. These involve role playing with students, evaluating written events online according to a provided rubric, and/or scoring live presentations. Areas to be judged include operations research, entrepreneurship business plans, and project management events.

Youth Tutoring Program (YTP)provides free one-to-one, virtual tutoring for children living in six different housing communities for those living on low incomes around Seattle. YTP students represent many nationalities, cultures, languages, and religions. Volunteers meet with the same student every week to mentor and tutor them in the skills they need to thrive academically and in life. Afternoon and evening hours are available; sign up for one hour a week or more and help a child succeed.

Additional South Seattle Volunteer opportunities currently closed due to COVID-19: Kokoro Kai Adult Day Center

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Countywide RSVP Opportunities

American Red Cross: Volunteers respond to disasters, speak to community groups and schools, develop youth leadership skills, support local blood drives, provide care to service members, and much more. The training and support volunteers receive on a regular basis allows them to be successful in every Red Cross program. Volunteers opportunities to provide front-line services in your community are available 365 days a year.

Bloodworks Northwest: Become part of the lifesaving link that delivers blood to patients in need in your community. Many opportunities are available depending on whether you prefer to be a donor monitor (helping certain donors feel well after donating) or work at the front desk (greeting and registering donors in the computer system.

Cancer Lifeline: Volunteer from your home as a Lifeline Specialist! Lifeline provides emotional support and resource referrals for all people living with cancer: patients, survivors, friends, family members, caregivers, and coworkers. You should be comfortable listening to profound emotions, be a good listener, and be able to provide nonjudgmental support. You must have phone and Internet access. Must attend 20 hours of training provided through zoom training sessions.

Catholic Community Services (CCS) – Volunteer Services welcomes volunteers to enable elders living on low incomes and adults with disabilities to remain independent in their own homes. Volunteers may help the same person or be listed for on-call opportunities depending on their schedule and interests. Volunteers receive training, mileage reimbursement and insurance. Requests include:  ⇒ grocery/ medication/ meal delivery ⇒ medical appointment drivers ⇒phone buddies⇒ yard work.

Full Life Care is dedicated to enhancing quality of life for low-income elders and adults with disabilities. Volunteers are invited to support our clients one-on-one through our ElderFriends Program. ElderFriends custom matches volunteers with lonely and isolated older adults in King County for 1:1 companionship via in-home or remote friendly visits in Seattle and King County.

Habitat for Humanity seeks regular volunteers to help build and repair homes for hardworking families in King County. Volunteers also coach families in Habitat’s Family Support program, helping families find a home. Remote and in person options available. Join them for a volunteer orientation session to learn more.

Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) provide free, unbiased and confidential help with Medicare to people of all ages and backgrounds. Join our dedicated volunteer advisors in helping people assess Medicare coverage needs, provide Medicare open enrollment help, and much more! Volunteer positions include: Medicare counselor, Clerical Supporter, Outreach activities, Presentations to the public (currently all virtual), and other special projects! No prior Medicare knowledge needed, training will be provided!

Solid Ground: Sponsor of RSVP in King County, Solid Ground works to end poverty and undo racism and other oppressions that are root causes of poverty by providing housing, food, transportation and other services to those in need across King County.

• Board Member: Solid Ground’s Board of Directors is responsible for providing guidance and making policy to ensure that the agency’s mission and goals are carried out. We are especially looking for volunteers over 45 years old, BIPOC, gender non-conforming, elected officials, and people with lived experience of poverty, oppression, and/or homelessness.
• Community Food Education (Waitlisted): The Community Food Education (CFE) program is designed to teach people living on low incomes how to prepare healthy and delicious meals on a limited budget. If you are passionate about food, CFE is looking for volunteers for 6-week class series. Work alongside a staff coordinator to facilitate fun, lively, and informative classes. Volunteers work with the participants on educational activities and help them prepare a shared meal. Classes are currently virtual. Training is provided.
  RSVP Ambassador: An RSVP Ambassador role will help increase the visibility of RSVP in King County to support our mission to encourage volunteerism for people 55 and older.  Ambassadors will work to cultivate positive relationships with community agencies and potential volunteers.  Tasks include:       ⇒ Serving on committees or planning groups with relevant community organizations ⇒ Speaking on behalf of RSVP at Recognitions, Volunteer Meetings, tabling at community events, ⇒ and more!
  RSVP Experience in Action (EIA) Newsletter: RSVP publishes a newsletter three times a year that includes articles about our site partners, spotlights on RSVP volunteers, site partners, other information relevant to seniors, and volunteering opportunities in King County. Tasks include: ⇒ Attending planning meetings ⇒ researching and writing articles as assigned ⇒ and more!
  Knit-it Alls (KIA): Calling all knitters! KIA Volunteers knit and crochet throughout the year to create warm winter clothing for low-income families and/or people experiencing homelessness in Seattle/King County.  Tasks include: ⇒ Knitting or crocheting a range of warm items like hats, scarves, mittens, as well as baby and children clothing.

Sound Generations is a nonprofit organization serving aging adults and their loved ones in King County. We have been serving our communities since 1967. Our staff and over 2,100 volunteers are dedicated to ensuring older adults can live ample and fulfilled lives in a community that respects and affirms the aging journey. Requests include: ⇒ Assist with events ⇒ Social Media Ambassador ⇒ Phone-a-friend ⇒ Digital card making

United Way Free Tax Prep (Waitlisted): Join the Free Tax Campaign, a program that helps struggling families and individuals prepare their taxes, gives access to savings and opportunities, and connects them to public benefits. No tax experience necessary – they will train you. Join a talented team and help reach the people who need it most. Signups begin in October.

Register Now!

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North & East King County RSVP Opportunities

Bloodworks Northwest: Become part of the lifesaving link that delivers blood to patients in need in your community. Many opportunities are available depending on whether you prefer to be a donor monitor (helping certain donors feel well after donating) or work at the front desk (greeting and registering donors in the computer system).

Cancer Lifeline: Volunteer from your home as a Lifeline Specialist! Lifeline provides emotional support and resource referrals for all people living with cancer: patients, survivors, friends, family members, caregivers, and coworkers. You should be comfortable listening to profound emotions, be a good listener, and be able to provide nonjudgmental support. You must have phone and Internet access. Must attend 20 hours of training provided through zoom training sessions.

Catholic Community Services (CCS) – Volunteer Services welcomes volunteers to enable elders living on low incomes and adults with disabilities to remain independent in their own homes. Volunteers may help the same person or be listed for on-call opportunities depending on their schedule and interests. Volunteers receive training, mileage reimbursement and insurance. Requests include:  ⇒ grocery/ medication/ meal delivery ⇒ medical appointment drivers ⇒ phone buddies and ⇒ yardwork.

Food Lifeline: Be one of more than 10,000 people lending a hand to help stop hunger. Food Lifeline needs volunteer assistance to sort, and pack donated produce and food. Each day they receive 25,000 pounds of donated food, which is sorted by volunteers and then distributed to 275 food banks and meal programs in western Washington. They have opportunities to fit every schedule. Your time and energy will make a difference!

Habitat for Humanity seeks regular volunteers to help build and repair homes for hardworking families in King County. Volunteers also coach families in Habitat’s Family Support program, helping families find a home. Remote and in person options available. Join them for a volunteer orientation session to learn more.

Hopelink serves people living on low incomes and those experiencing homelessness, promoting self-sufficiency for all members of the community. Daytime and evening hours are available at Bellevue, Kirkland, Northshore, Redmond, Shoreline and Sno-Valley locations. Volunteer opportunities include: ⇒ Food distributors ⇒ Community Van Drivers ⇒ Food bank shifts.

Jewish Family Services helps vulnerable individuals and families in the Puget Sound region achieve well-being, health and stability. Volunteer opportunities include:  ⇒ food bank shifts, ⇒ food bank home delivery, ⇒ market and farm gleaning and ⇒ virtual friendly visitor for older adults ⇒ remote data support ⇒ supporting resettled refugees.

Mount Si Senior Center (North Bend) desires to enhance the quality of life for older adults in the Snoqualmie Valley by providing a comprehensive network of services including health, social, recreational and educational programs, housing, and transportation. Request for:  ⇒ Front desk ⇒ Admin support ⇒ Data entry ⇒ Kitchen prep and servers ⇒ Yardwork and maintenance ⇒ Medical appointment drivers.

Northshore Senior Center is the place to go if you love meeting new people and making lasting friendships. The center promotes healthy aging and well-being in the community through their programs, services, resources and civic engagement. They need volunteers for their:   ⇒ Food Pantry help ⇒ Delivery Drivers ⇒ Kitchen prep and packers ⇒ Yardwork and maintenance ⇒ Front desk and admin support ⇒ Online tutors and tech support ⇒ Special event help.

Solid Ground: Sponsor of RSVP in King County, Solid Ground works to end poverty and undo racism and other oppressions that are root causes of poverty by providing housing, food, transportation and other services to those in need across King County.

• Board Member: Solid Ground’s Board of Directors is responsible for providing guidance and making policy to ensure that the agency’s mission and goals are carried out. We are especially looking for volunteers over 45 years old, BIPOC, gender non-conforming, elected officials, and people with lived experience of poverty, oppression, and/or homelessness.
• Community Food Education (Waitlisted): The Community Food Education (CFE) program is designed to teach people living on low incomes how to prepare healthy and delicious meals on a limited budget. If you are passionate about food, CFE is looking for volunteers for 6-week class series. Work alongside a staff coordinator to facilitate fun, lively, and informative classes. Volunteers work with the participants on educational activities and help them prepare a shared meal. Classes are currently virtual. Training is provided.
• RSVP Ambassador: An RSVP Ambassador role will help increase the visibility of RSVP in King County to support our mission to encourage volunteerism for people 55 and older.  Ambassadors will work to cultivate positive relationships with community agencies and potential volunteers.  Tasks include:   ⇒ Serving on committees or planning groups with relevant community organizations ⇒ Speaking on behalf of RSVP at Recognitions, Volunteer Meetings, tabling at community events, ⇒ and more!
• RSVP Experience in Action (EIA) Newsletter: RSVP publishes a newsletter three times a year that includes articles about our site partners, spotlights on RSVP volunteers, site partners, other information relevant to seniors, and volunteering opportunities in King County. Tasks include: ⇒ Attending planning meetings, ⇒ researching and writing articles as assigned ⇒ and more!
• Knit-it Alls (KIA): Calling all knitters! KIA Volunteers knit and crochet throughout the year to create warm winter clothing for low-income families and/or people experiencing homelessness in Seattle/King County.  Tasks include: ⇒ Knitting or crocheting a range of warm items like hats, scarves, mittens, as well as baby and children clothing.

United Way Free Tax Prep (Waitlisted): Join the Free Tax Campaign, a program that helps struggling families and individuals prepare their taxes, gives access to savings and opportunities, and connects them to public benefits. No tax experience necessary – they will train you. Join a talented team and help reach the people who need it most. Signups begin in October.

Washington DECA (Volunteer opportunities begin in November 2021): WA DECA’s vision is to prepare innovative leaders and entrepreneurs who make a positive social and global impact by providing business and leadership opportunities to help high school students succeed in school, careers, and life. DECA seeks volunteer judges for online and in-person events occurring in Bellevue in November, January, and March. These involve role playing with students, evaluating written events online according to a provided rubric, and/or scoring live presentations. Areas to be judged include operations research, entrepreneurship business plans, and project management events.

Additional North and East King County volunteer opportunities currently closed (or limited) due to COVID-19: Mercer Island Parks and Recreation Community Center, Power of One.

Apply Now!

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South King County RSVP Opportunities

Auburn Community Food Bank: Lend a hand and help others access food. The Auburn Food Bank is a volunteer-directed organization that provides food, referrals and emergency assistance to those in need. Volunteer opportunities include: ⇒counter person, ⇒door person, ⇒bagger, ⇒vegetable/bread attendant, and ⇒van helper (assist with loading and unloading food donations).

Bloodworks Northwest: Become part of the lifesaving link that delivers blood to patients in need in your community. Many opportunities are available depending on whether you prefer to be a donor monitor (helping certain donors feel well after donating) or work at the front desk (greeting and registering donors in the computer system).

Cancer Lifeline: Volunteer from your home as a Lifeline Specialist! Lifeline provides emotional support and resource referrals for all people living with cancer: patients, survivors, friends, family members, caregivers, and coworkers. You should be comfortable listening to profound emotions, be a good listener, and be able to provide nonjudgmental support. You must have phone and Internet access. Must attend 20 hours of training provided through zoom training sessions.

Catholic Community Services (CCS) – Volunteer Services welcomes volunteers to enable elders living on low incomes and adults with disabilities to remain independent in their own homes. Volunteers may help the same person or be listed for on-call opportunities depending on their schedule and interests. Volunteers receive training, mileage reimbursement and insurance. Requests include:  ⇒grocery/medication/meal deliveries ⇒ medical appointment drivers⇒ phone buddies ⇒yardwork.

Franciscan Hospice & Palliative Care (FHPC):Affirming every life, FHPC invites you to join them as a volunteer, enhancing the compassionate care they provide to patients and families. Volunteers make friendly phone calls to patients. Be part of a team of professionals and volunteers to discover and meet the unique needs of hospice patients and their families, providing them with both practical companionship and emotional support.

Full Life Careis dedicated to enhancing quality of life for low-income elders and adults with disabilities. Volunteers are invited to support our clients one-on-one through our ElderFriends Program. ElderFriends custom matches volunteers with lonely and isolated older adults in King County for 1:1 companionship via in-home or remote friendly visits in Seattle and King County.

Habitat for Humanity seeks regular volunteers to help build and repair homes for hardworking families in King County. Volunteers also coach families in Habitat’s Family Support program, helping families find a home. Remote and in person options available. Join them for a volunteer orientation session to learn more.

Jewish Family Service: Family mentor volunteers are needed in Kent! Help newly arrived refugees become acquainted with their surrounding communities and face the challenges of resettling in a new country. Volunteers will meet with an individual or family for an average of 2-3 hours per week for three months to help them navigate the crucial facets of American life including transportation, banking, ESL skills, job search process, and health and child care information.

Multi-Service Center: We strengthen communities throughout South King County by addressing the causes and barriers of poverty and homelessness with comprehensive and holistic services that help to lift people from crisis and vulnerability to self-sufficiency and stability. Volunteer opportunities: ⇒Long Term Care Ombudsman ⇒Special Event Volunteer ⇒Food Bank operation assistance⇒ Food Bank Delivery Driver

Port of Seattle: Do you love to travel and enjoy being in airports? Join a dynamic group of volunteers to assist travelers at Sea-Tac Airport. Help travelers find their way around the airport, give out information about the Seattle-Tacoma-Everett area, or provide service to those in distress or needing assistance in changing planes.

Solid Ground: Sponsor of RSVP in King County, Solid Ground works to end poverty and undo racism and other oppressions that are root causes of poverty by providing housing, food, transportation and other services to those in need across King County. Volunteer positions are open in many of the programs we administer.

• Board Member: Solid Ground’s Board of Directors is responsible for providing guidance and making policy to ensure that the agency’s mission and goals are carried out. We are especially looking for volunteers over 45 years old, BIPOC, gender non-conforming, elected officials, and people with lived experience of poverty, oppression, and/or homelessness.
• Community Food Education (Waitlisted): The Community Food Education (CFE) program is designed to teach people living on low incomes how to prepare healthy and delicious meals on a limited budget. If you are passionate about food, CFE is looking for volunteers for 6-week class series. Work alongside a staff coordinator to facilitate fun, lively, and informative classes. Volunteers work with the participants on educational activities and help them prepare a shared meal. Classes are currently virtual. Training is provided.
• RSVP Ambassador: An RSVP Ambassador role will help increase the visibility of RSVP in King County to support our mission to encourage volunteerism for people 55 and older.  Ambassadors will work to cultivate positive relationships with community agencies and potential volunteers.  Tasks include:   ⇒ Serving on committees or planning groups with relevant community organizations ⇒ Speaking on behalf of RSVP at Recognitions, Volunteer Meetings, tabling at community events, ⇒ and more!
• RSVP Experience in Action (EIA) Newsletter: RSVP publishes a newsletter three times a year that includes articles about our site partners, spotlights on RSVP volunteers, site partners, other information relevant to seniors, and volunteering opportunities in King County. Tasks include: ⇒ Attending planning meetings, ⇒ researching and writing articles as assigned ⇒ and more!
• Knit-it Alls (KIA): Calling all knitters! KIA Volunteers knit and crochet throughout the year to create warm winter clothing for low-income families and/or people experiencing homelessness in Seattle/King County.  Tasks include: ⇒ Knitting or crocheting a range of warm items like hats, scarves, mittens, as well as baby and children clothing.

Tukwila Pantry: Volunteers are needed to assist in the food bank with distribution day preparation and on distribution days. Volunteers are also always welcomed to assist with weekly tasks associated in serving up to 100 people at Tuesday’s Table – Free Community Dinner Meal.  Distribution day tasks:  ⇒data entry, ⇒unloading food trucks ⇒monitoring lines and stations ⇒restocking items and ⇒cleaning up.

United Way Free Tax Prep (Waitlisted): Join the Free Tax Campaign, a program that helps struggling families and individuals prepare their taxes, gives access to savings and opportunities, and connects them to public benefits. No tax experience necessary – they will train you. Join a talented team and help reach the people who need it most. Signups begin in October.

Additional South King County Volunteer Opportunities Currently Closed (or limited) due to COVID-19: City of Renton, Valley Medical Center, Communities in Schools of Renton

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