Volunteer opportunities
American Cancer Society Discovery Shop - Volunteers are needed for the Discovery Shop, 805 W. Garland Ave., for help with a number of duties. For more information, call Joanne at (509) 465-1607.
AmeriCorps VISTA – The organization seeks volunteers to fill five summer AmeriCorps VISTA (Volunteer in Service to America) associate positions from June 15 to August 14. Associates will work with a community partner to develop, implement and evaluate literacy, math and other activities for youths not enrolled in other summer programs. To apply, go to my.americorps.gov and set up an account. Search listings for “youth program rockstar” in Spokane. Contact Gretchen Chomas at gretchenc@unitedway spokane.org with any questions.
Anna Ogden Hall Long Term Recovery Shelter - Volunteer opportunities include in the nursery and kitchen; various program class teachers; reception work; and help in the medical clinic. Required introductory classes are offered three times per month. For more information, call (509) 535-8510 or visit www.ugmspokane.org.
Camp Fire USA Inland Northwest Council - Opportunities are available to be a club co-leader in the Spokane and Coeur d’Alene area. Contact Marcia Asmussen, program coordinator, at (509) 747-6191.
Camp Dart-Lo - Volunteers are needed to help with minor repairs and finish work. The camp is in need of lumber, siding, trim, screws and nails. Contact Executive Director Steve Jurich at (509) 747-6191 or sjurich@campfireinc.org.
Catholic Charities - Drivers are needed to deliver “brown bags” to those in need of meals who are unable to obtain food themselves. Volunteers must pass a Washington State Patrol background check, have a valid driver’s license and a vehicle to use for food deliveries and be able to lift and carry bags weighing 8 to 10 pounds. For more information, call Cyndie Lapke at (509) 459-6172, email clapke@ccspokane.org or visit www.catholiccharities spokane.org. For other volunteer opportunities, contact Elizabeth Murphy at foodforall@ccspokane.org.
Cleone’s Closet – The thrift store is looking for volunteers to help with landscaping, including leveling the yard and moving rocks that are part of the landscaping. Call Regina Vasquez at (509) 244-6215 or email info@whenetwork.com for more information.
Communities In Schools - Volunteers are needed to help site coordinators at Shaw Middle School and/or Sheridan Elementary School. Volunteers will be asked to commit to a minimum of four hours per week to help with paperwork, student programs, chaperoning students during/between classes, lunch times, recess times and tutoring. Positions require a Washington State Patrol background check. For more information and an application, call (509) 413-1436 or email jessica@cisspokane.org.
Dachshund Rescue NW and Dachshund Club of Spokane – Volunteers are needed to hug dachshunds so they will be socialized before being placed in new homes. Open at 10 a.m. daily with an appointment. Closed Wednesdays. Ages 13 and older. For more information, call Director Margo Mossburg at (509) 796-2140 or email dragoonfr@hotmail.com.
Excelsior Youth Center – Volunteers 18 and older are needed to assist in the youth center’s medical primary care and administrative support services departments. For more information, contact Associate Director Andrew Hill at (509) 328-7041 or email andrewh@4eyc.org or visit www.excelsioryouthcenter.com.
Eastern Washington Affiliate of Susan G Komen – A volunteer is needed to fill a fundraising board position to develop and implement a fundraising program to support the affiliate’s financial needs. Contact Caley Murphy, events and communication manager, at (509) 315-5940 or caley@komeneastern washington.org.
The Fig Tree - The nonprofit, interfaith, ecumenical multimedia organization is looking for volunteers to help with a variety of tasks including archive database development, distribution and mailing, planning fundraising and educational events and updating and distributing the annual Directory of Congregations and Community Resources. For more information, contact Mary Stamp at (509) 535-1813 or mary@thefigtree.org.
Friends of the Bing – A volunteer, 16 or older, is needed to deliver posters every week in exchange for tickets to Friends of the Bing shows. For more information, contact Nickie White at (509) 534-5805 or nickie@gvdcommercial.com.
Friends of Coeur d’Alene Park – The organization is looking for volunteers to help with spring planting, summer maintenance and fall cleanup of the flower gardens in Coeur d’Alene Park and the traffic circle in Browne’s Addition. For more information, contact Julie Biggerstaff at (509) 850-0056 or email friendsofcoeurdalenepark@ gmail.com.
Girl Scouts - The Girl Scouts of Eastern Washington and Northern Idaho is looking for volunteers for leadership development and mentoring of girls. Call Janet Davis, volunteer manager, at (800) 827-9478 or visit www.gsewni.org.
Global Neighborhood - Volunteers are needed to work with refugee individuals and families. Volunteers will interact with refugees, help them practice English, educate them on food, help with bus transit, and introduce them to family, friends and other aspects of the community. Volunteers are required to complete and submit the Global Neighborhood Volunteer application and undergo cultural orientation training. Volunteers must be at least 19 years old; submit to a Washington State Patrol background check; be willing to seek out resources for refugees; and commit to one year of service with a family or individual, three hours per week. For more information, call Amy Hendricks, volunteer coordinator, at (509) 703-7528 or email amy@global-neighborhood.org or visit www.global-neighborhood.org.
Greater Spokane County/Valley Meals on Wheels - Volunteers are needed to deliver hot meals to elderly and disabled people. Volunteers will also need to check on the well-being of each person on their route. Volunteers may choose to drive a route any day, Monday through Friday, or drive as a substitute on flexible days. Meals will be picked up at 11 a.m. and delivered to approximately 15 people; delivery time is approximately 90 minutes. Volunteers are also needed to help prepare meals for elderly and disabled people. All skill levels are needed. Volunteers must use their own vehicles to deliver meals and must pass a background check. For more information, call Pam Almeida, executive director, at (509) 924-6976 or visit www.valleymow.org.
Habitat for Humanity - General construction volunteers, age 16 and older, are needed to build homes. No experience is necessary and on-site training will be provided for people who are interested. For more information, call (509) 534-2552.
Hearth Homes – Volunteers, age 21 and older, are needed to drive residents to life skills classes and Hearth Homes activities. Hours and dates may vary. Hearth Homes is also in need of a van to transport residents to group activities and volunteers to help with childcare during classes. For more information, contact VISTA Volunteer Coordinator Jessica Simmons at (509) 926-6492 or jessica@hearth-homes.org.
Hoopfest – The 3-on-3 street basketball tournament is looking for 650 people to volunteer as court monitors. To apply, complete the registration application at http://forms.spokanehoopfest. net/forms/court_monitor_app. php.
Horizon Hospice - Compassionate volunteers are needed to visit, read, play games and spend time with Hospice patients to provide the main caregiver a break. Training will be provided. A background check, driving record and TB test is required. For more information, call (509) 489-4581 or visit www.horizonhospice.com.
Inland Northwest Blood Center - Volunteers are needed to provide refreshments and monitor donors after their blood donations. An ability to discern and assist with adverse reactions and good customer service is required. For other volunteer opportunities and more information, call Tricia Cheevers, volunteer services coordinator at (509) 232-4557 or visit www.inbcsaves.org.
Inland Northwest Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society - The chapter is looking for volunteers to assist the staff in preparation for special events. Call (509) 482-2022 for more information.
Inland Northwest Mentoring Partnership - The group is looking for volunteers to open their eyes, minds and hearts to mentoring. Visit www.unitedway.org for more information.
Inland NW Baby – Clothing sorters are needed to inspect donations, make outfits and stock shelves. The office is open Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. For more information, contact Anita Slate at (509) 499-0670 or email info@inlandnwbaby.org.
Junior Achievement of Washington – The organization is looking for volunteers to help with special events and in the office and classroom. They are also looking for special event committee members. For more information, contact Janet Banaugh at (509) 624-7114 or email janetb@jawashington.org.
KYRS – Thin Air Community Radio – The station is looking for a volunteer music librarian (must spend at least five hours a week at the station), aspiring photographers and a volunteer to record the concert calendar. For more information, call (509) 209-2581 or email volunteercoordinator@kyrs.org.
The Lands Council – The council seeks volunteers for weekly tree care and maintenance. Volunteers will be watering trees, creating deer proof structures, and applying tree tubing or fencing. Sturdy shoes and clothes are recommended. Each field day lasts between 4-6 hours. Contact Cassie at (509) 701-2241 with questions.
Lilac Bloomsday Association - Volunteers are needed for registration input, bag stuffing, number distribution, water aid, the finish line, T-shirt distribution, the Corporate Cup and course monitoring. For more information, contact Race Director Don Kardong at (509) 838-1579 or donkardong@bloomsdayrun.org or visit www.bloomsdayrun.org.
Meals on Wheels Spokane - Volunteers are needed for Meals on Wheels Spokane to deliver hot, nutritious meals to seniors in need in the community. Meals are delivered Monday through Friday. Delivery time takes approximately one to two hours. To volunteer, call Heidi at (509) 456-0397.
Mission Community Outreach Center - Volunteers are needed to sort clothing and household good donations Monday mornings between 9 and noon, and Wednesday afternoons between 1-4 p.m. People are also needed to help with special events and to organize diaper and personal hygiene item drives. Volunteers must submit an application and be willing to submit to a Washington State Patrol background check. For further information and other volunteer opportunities, call (509) 536-1084 or visit www.4mission.org.
New Hope Resource Center - The New Hope Resource Center, 4211 E. Colbert Road in Colbert, is looking for a handyman to help the elderly with home repairs. Experience in carpentry, plumbing and electrical work would be helpful, but is not necessary. Volunteers are needed occasionally. Volunteers are also needed to help seniors and disabled individuals clean their homes and provide companionship. Volunteers may be asked to drive seniors and disabled individuals to doctor appointments and to the grocery store. Transportation may be needed once a month or once a week. Community members can volunteer monthly, weekly or occasionally. For more information, call (509) 467-2900.
Odyssey Youth Center - Volunteers are needed to serve as mentors and positive role models. Volunteers would provide supervision, help with meals and activities and assist staff and community educators. Greatest need is during drop-in hours. Shifts are approximately two to three hours long: 3:30- 6 p.m. and 6-8 p.m., Wednesday and Thursday; and 3:30-6 p.m. and 6-9 p.m. on Friday. Volunteers must be at least age 24 and pass a criminal background check. For more information, call Ian Sullivan, operations coordinator, at (509) 325-3637 or email Ian@odysseyyouth.org.
Pawsitive Outreach Spay Neuter Alliance – The Newport-based shelter is in need of volunteers to help with emptying and refilling litter boxes and food and water dishes, general cleanup and fence repair. POSNA also needs more foster homes and volunteers to cuddle kittens to socialize them and make them adoptable. Contact Gina Rocco-Green at (509) 703-9973 or email 4theanimals@comcast.net.
Salvation Army - The Salvation Army Food Bank needs help sorting and handing out food, along with helping clients’ shops and processing donations. Volunteers must be at least 18 years old, be able to lift up to 25 pounds, have good customer service skills and pass a criminal background check. For more information, call (509) 329-2721 or visit www.salvationarmyspokane.org.
SCRAPS (Spokane County Regional Animal Protection Service) – Volunteers are needed to socialize with dogs and cats, run the information booth and act as kennel assistants. For more information, contact Karen Lynch at (509) 477-2769 or klynch@spokanecounty.org.
Second Harvest Inland Northwest - Second Harvest is in need of volunteers to help sort and pack produce, food drive or bulk food items in preparation for delivery to the food bank’s emergency food outlets. Volunteers must be at least 14 years old and be able to stand for two hours. For more information, call (509) 252-6257 or visit www.2-harvest.org.
Serve Spokane - Volunteers are needed for the Food Pantry, one of five of Serve Spokane’s community outreach programs. Duties may include filling bags with food, greeting visitors in the lobby, restocking shelves or pushing shopping carts out to the parking lot. Other Serve Spokane programs are Clothing Ministry, Special Needs, City Reach and Project Hope. For other volunteer opportunities, call Joyce Walsh at (509) 444-8445, ext. 111. For more information, visit www.servespokane.org.
SNAP – Volunteers are needed with experience or skills in basic carpentry, mechanical work, grounds keeping, teaching or clerical experience to help staff with upkeep and projects, as needed. For more information and other volunteer opportunities, call (509) 456-7111, ext. 211 or visit www.snapwa.org.
Spokane AIDS Network - Volunteers are needed to unload and pack grocery bags for approximately 65 local HIV positive residents. Delivery drivers are also needed to deliver the groceries to their homes. Grocery assistants must be able to lift and carry about 40 pounds and stand for up to two hours. Drivers will have to use their own car. A background check is required. To volunteer and for further details, call Executive Director Gaye Weiss at (509) 455-8993, ext. 310 or email director @san-nw.org. More volunteer opportunities are available at www.san-nw.org.
Spokane COPS - Community volunteers are needed for assistance with crime prevention. Volunteers will receive professional training by crime-prevention agencies, police officers and officers with the Department of Corrections. For more information, visit any Spokane COPS or visit www.spokanecops.org.
SpokAnimal CARE - Volunteers who are at least 15 years old are needed to help maintain a healthy and sanitary environment for SpokAnimal’s cats. Includes assisting in cleaning litter pans, disinfecting cages, feeding and taking time to hold, brush and play with the cats. Call (509) 534-8133 for more information.
St. Anne’s Children and Family Center - Kitchen and meal assistant volunteers are needed 3-5/week, from 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., to serve breakfast, lunch and a snack each day at St. Anne’s. Volunteers will prepare meal carts for classrooms, and also deliver carts, clean up after meals and help prepare for the upcoming day. People interested in volunteering must be 18 years or older, able to lift 20-25 pounds, have a current Food Worker Card (cards can be obtained at www.srhd.org), pass a background check and be fingerprinted by the Department of Early Learning, and have a TB skin test. Volunteers are also needed to help with building and grounds maintenance. For more information and other volunteer opportunities, call Volunteer Specialist Bridget Carstens at (509) 232-1111, ext. 111 or visit http://stanneskids.com/.
St. Lawrence House - Volunteers, ages 18 and older, are needed to welcome and assist visitors of St. Lawrence House. Volunteers will provide hospitality, keep records of guests using shower and laundry services, and help with daily cleanup. For more information and other volunteer opportunities, call Executive Director Kris Christensen at (509) 326-6471, email volunteer@westcentralmission.org or visit http://www.westcentral mission.org/.
This list is a sample of volunteer opportunities available in Spokane. For a complete list, visit Spokane County United Way Volunteer Spokane at www.volunteer spokane.org or call for more information about these and other opportunities.