Volunteer opportunities

AmeriCorps – Is looking for tutors for at-risk high school students and a volunteer coordinator/trainer, 18 years or older, to provide activities for AmeriCorps members. For more information, call 456-7660.

Page Ahead – nonprofit children’s literacy program that promotes reading activities and provides new books for at-risk children needs volunteers to help with literacy nights, book distributions and organizing book drives. For more information, contact Sarah Johnson at 789-3548.

Vanessa Behan Crisis Nursery – is looking for volunteers to work with children up to age 6 who are at risk of abuse and neglect. Volunteers must be at least 18, commit to three hours per week for six months, complete an application, screening and training process. Contact Christine Ruggles at 535-3155 for more information.

The Wishing Star Foundation – needs a volunteer to assist the development coordinator with a variety of projects and office work for 5-10 hours a week. Experience with data entry, filing and phones is desirable. For more information, contact Holly or Jodi at 744-3411.

Goodwill Industries – is looking for mentors to assist with the Planning Action for Youth Success program. The program offers low-income youth between the ages of 17-21 with the opportunity to gain training, paid work experience, and job placement services. Washington state background check is required. Contact Nichole Bogarosh at 344-0161 for more information.