Assist with various projects aimed at preserving historic sites on Whidbey Island. Volunteers will engage in hands-on work to support the organization's mission of saving historic places and sharing their stories.

Assist with setting up and taking down event infrastructure for the Penn Cove Water Festival. Volunteers will help ensure the festival runs smoothly by preparing the venue before the event and dismantling it afterward.

Join the race committee to help organize and manage the canoe races at the Penn Cove Water Festival. Volunteers will coordinate with participants and ensure the races are conducted safely and fairly.

Work with Civility First to organize events, assist with registration at workshops, and ensure smooth operations during events. Help create a welcoming and respectful environment for all participants.

Talk about Civility First online and follow our Facebook page to help spread awareness about our mission. Engage with our content and share it with your network to promote civility.

Help with publicity by taking pictures, making videos, hanging posters, and promoting workshops and special events. Engage with the community to increase awareness of Civility First's mission.

Join one of our committees such as Art Contest, Workshops, or Fundraising. Collaborate with other members to plan and execute events and initiatives that promote civility.

Participate in the decision-making process by joining the Penn Cove Water Festival Association. Members will help plan and execute the festival, ensuring its success and alignment with the organization's mission.

Assist in distributing food to clients from the Central Whidbey Island community at the Food Bank location. Volunteers help with organizing, packing, and handing out food during distribution days.

Drive to NW Harvest twice a month to pick up food drives, assist with heavy lifting, and ensure timely delivery to the food bank. This role is critical as 30% of the food bank's supplies come from NW Harvest.

Volunteers provide firefighting, rescue, and emergency medical services including, but not limited to: Fire control, driving and operating firefighting apparatus, rescue, medical treatment, training, station and equipment maintenance duties. | Requirements: Age: 18 High School Grad/GED: Yes Valid WASHINGTON State Driver's License: Yes Ability to Read/Speak English: Yes Vision: Must meet the vision requirements specified in NFPA 1582 Comprehensive Occupational Medical Program | Categories: EMT, Firefighter, Fundraising, Community Education, Department Support

Join our team to help end bullying and relationship violence by supporting our social media efforts and program activities. Volunteers will assist with online and in-person parenting classes, and provide support for various events and programs.

Deliver meals to homebound seniors in Oak Harbor. Volunteers are reimbursed for mileage and play a crucial role in providing nutrition and social interaction to seniors.

Volunteers assist with fieldwork and site monitoring, learning skills like using a laser level and conducting culvert assessments. Projects occur sporadically throughout the year.

Volunteers participate in chum and coho spawner surveys, monitoring Chimacum Creek to record the number of redds, live/dead fish, and take scale samples. Chum surveys run from August to October, while coho surveys are from October to January.

Volunteers work with middle school students in environmental education programs, helping them create restoration-based projects and make observations at field sites.

Walk alongside a local fostering family by providing consistent support through the Love Box program. Volunteers will engage in relationship building and intentional giving to meet the needs of foster families.

Mentor a youth in the Dare to Dream program to help them develop skills, pursue passions, and achieve goals. Mentors will provide guidance and support to foster youth as they transition to independent living.

Volunteers assist with native tree plantings occurring between December and March. Planting locations range from Chimacum to west of Sekiu, often on restoration sites to inhibit noxious weeds and promote forest regeneration.

Volunteers guide middle school students during field trips as part of the Real Learning Real Work program, assisting with tasks like planting and tool use, and ensuring equipment is organized.

Coffee Companions are cross-trained in advocacy and resources for young people, alongside making great coffee and drinks for patrons of all ages. They play an important role in The Nest and OWL360, supporting the community and fostering connections.

Peer Allies connect with youth and young adults in Jefferson County, supporting their self-empowerment and advocating for their basic rights. They provide support in areas such as education, employment, housing, medical care, and mental health.

Become the game master and enthrall children with storytelling, gameplay, and magic! Dungeons and Dragons is a very popular youth activity and any programming may require more than one volunteer instructor.

Instructor needed for fencing, boffer, or kendo classes.

Instructor needed for Robotics/STEAM classes.

Adult or Youth ceramics instructor.

Have a specialty not listed? Fill out this application and provide details on any programs you would be interested in running! You may also apply for this role if you are happy volunteering in any program and will leave the assignment up to the Y Staff.

Youth or Adult painting class instructor.

Lead tours through the gardens and greenhouses, providing information on the different plants blooming in the gardens. Engage with visitors and answer questions about the collection.

Rat Island Docents educate visitors about the nesting birds and harbor seal pups while helping protect this vital habitat. This role involves spending time at the beach and engaging with the public.

Volunteers in construction and renovation work on carpentry, painting, and various major and minor projects to improve park facilities.

Trail Stewards are responsible for clearing debris, trimming, brush control, and removing invasive species along the park's trails. Volunteers can adopt a trail to ensure it remains inviting for walking or cycling.

Event Organizers assist in organizing, setting up, and taking down events at Fort Flagler State Park. Responsibilities include parking management and ticket sales.

Support the Local Food action group in promoting local food resiliency. Engage in activities that enhance the local food system and community access to healthy food options.

Contribute to the Neighborhood Preparedness (NPREP) Action Group by focusing on community self-reliance and resilience during disasters. Help address the needs that arise from sudden changes in circumstances.

Join the Beyond Waste Action Group to support and educate local businesses, organizations, and individuals in reducing their contribution to the waste stream. Participate in initiatives such as food-waste composting, plastics reduction, and recycling.

Assist the Climate Action group in efforts to reduce the community’s greenhouse gas emissions and prepare for climate change. Engage in activities that promote environmental sustainability and resilience.

Join the Shelter Bay Chorus Group to sing in community events and concerts. No auditions are required, just a love for singing and a willing spirit. Rehearsals are held every Thursday from 4:30-6:30 PM at the Shelter Bay Clubhouse.

Assist with Orca Network sponsored events such as Ways of Whales, Welcome the Whales, and Orca Month. Volunteers will help with event setup, coordination, and public engagement.

Assist with organizing and conducting youth activities at the Langley Whale Center. Volunteers will engage children in educational activities related to marine life and conservation.

Volunteers will serve as docents at the Langley Whale Center, providing information and education to visitors about orcas and other marine mammals. Training will be provided to ensure volunteers are well-prepared to engage with the public.

Volunteers will participate in the Whale Sighting Network, reporting and documenting whale sightings to increase awareness and contribute to research efforts.

Assist in responding to marine mammal strandings in Island County and northern Snohomish County. Volunteers will help with documentation and reporting of stranded marine mammals.

Join our meetings, typically on Mondays at 4:30 pm in the Meeting Room of the La Conner Swinomish Library. Bring your ideas or listen to ours and volunteer to help with climate-friendly initiatives.

The Mt Erie Fire Department is an all volunteer department serving Fidalgo Island. Our volunteer firefighters respond to structure fires, motor vehicle accidents, rescues, medical emergencies, and wildland fires. We provide all of the equipment and training necessary to let you serve the community safely. We don't expect you to have any fire training before you join. We have 2 stations and run approximately 350 calls a year. We are always looking for new volunteers to join our ranks. New firefighters will attend fire academy to teach you all the basic skills needed to become a firefighter for our district. At the end of the academy you will have the opportunity to become internationally certified as a firefighter. After the academy we will teach you to fight wild land fires in an additional 32-hour course. Emergency Medical Technician training is also available for more advanced first aid skill training, but is not required. Whether you are a volunteer or professional firefighter, the dangers are the same. Firefighters can and do die in fires every year. We work on preventing this through a commitment of training for our members. | Requirements: In addition to putting in the time and effort you must: * Be able to pass a Washington state background check (If you have a felony conviction your are ineligible to apply) * Have a clean driving record (If you have a history of speeding tickets, or other serious traffic infractions over the past ten years you are not eligible to apply.) * Be at least 16 years old * Live in or near the fire District * Be available Monday nights for training (at least 30% attendance) As a volunteer, you are required to attend at least 30% of drills and as many alarms as possible (minimum 20 annually). The District has training sessions every Monday night from 7 to 9 pm, with the exception of holidays. During this time we will cover many skills and new tactics in everything from medical training to firefighting. | Categories: EMT, Firefighter

Traditional volunteer firefighters and "shifts" up to 96 hours a year plus drill nights (2 hours every Monday except Memorial, labor and the last 2 in December). Please see our website for full position description | Requirements: Be able to pass a background check with no gross misdominers or felonies. Must be insurable with a valid drivers license Must be 18 and legal resident of the USA | Categories: Firefighter, EMT

Positions open for volunteer firefighters on Fidalgo Island with Skagit Fire District 11 / Mt Erie Volunteer Fire Department | Requirements: Minimum 18 yo and able to pass drug and background checks | Categories: Firefighter, EMT

Assist in guiding guests to their seats and ensuring a smooth entry and exit during performances. Volunteers will help maintain order and provide assistance as needed to attendees.

Assist with setting up and breaking down the stage before and after performances. This includes arranging chairs, music stands, and other necessary equipment.

Capture moments from performances and events to share on social media platforms. Volunteers will also assist in managing the orchestra's social media presence.

Provide technical support for sound and lighting during performances. Volunteers will ensure that audio and visual elements are executed smoothly.

Manage the refreshment table during performances, ensuring that refreshments are available and presented well. Volunteers will also handle donations at the table.

Lead Docents provide support to the Garden Host and recruit volunteers to help staff the garden for the Day of Tour. They play a crucial role in ensuring visitors have a pleasant experience.

Volunteers are needed on Tour Day, July 12, 2025, to help with various tasks such as directing parking, controlling access, managing traffic flow, and providing information about the gardens. Volunteers receive two free entries for the Friday evening Pre-Tour and are invited to the post-tour volunteer party.

Logistics Volunteers set up canopies, tables, and parking signs before the Day of Tour and break down supplies at the end of the tour. Volunteers are essential for ensuring the smooth operation of the event.

Greeters take tickets at the garden entry, answer questions about the garden, and offer direction. They also help recruit new volunteers with a sign-up sheet at the Greeter’s Table.

Join our monthly work party every 3rd Sunday from 10 am to 1 pm. Volunteers will engage in a variety of tasks suitable for all skill and strength levels to support the sanctuary's operations.

Parkers use walkie-talkies to manage parking and direct visitors to available parking spaces. They play a vital role in ensuring smooth traffic flow and visitor safety.

Party Helpers provide assistance with the volunteer party held after the tour to celebrate and thank Garden Owners and all Volunteers. This role is essential for ensuring a successful and enjoyable event for all participants.

Assist at the Senior Thrift store, helping customers find bargains and organizing items. Volunteers have flexible hours and receive a volunteer-only shopping discount after 30 days.

Help community members access durable medical equipment and personal care items that have been donated to Island Senior Resources. This role involves organizing equipment and assisting clients with their needs.

Provide transportation for clients to medical appointments and essential errands. Volunteers are reimbursed for mileage and help ensure clients maintain their health and independence.

Join the Whidbey Island Fair as a volunteer to help organize and manage various aspects of the event, from setting up booths to assisting with entertainment and visitor engagement. Volunteers play a crucial role in ensuring the fair runs smoothly and provides a memorable experience for all attendees.