Assist in writing and preparing grant proposals to secure funding for the society's projects and initiatives. Volunteers will work closely with the board to identify funding opportunities.

Create and design labels and signs for the botanical garden. Volunteers will use their creativity to help visitors navigate and learn about the garden.

Lead educational workshops and classes on gardening and nature topics. Volunteers will engage with community members of all ages to foster a love for nature and learning.

Contribute artistic skills to create educational materials and artwork for programs and events. Volunteers will help enhance the visual appeal of educational content.

Assist with managing and updating the Sammamish Botanical Garden Society's website. Volunteers will help ensure the website is user-friendly and up-to-date with the latest information and events.

Manage and organize the society's database of members and volunteers. Volunteers will ensure data accuracy and assist with data entry tasks.

Foster parents provide temporary care for cats, kittens, dogs, and puppies in their own homes. Care duration ranges from two weeks to three months.

Volunteers assist with the transport of animals, ensuring they reach their foster or forever homes safely. Responsibilities include coordinating with the transport company and handling logistics for animal flights.

Volunteer as a teacher in one of our Winter Session classes or on an as-needed basis for events. Volunteers will teach a pre-made curriculum with PowerPoints and scripts available, alongside an experienced officer and 1-2 volunteers.

Participate in local Nourishing Network groups to identify and solve crucial human needs problems affecting your community. These groups provide a warm and inclusive space for volunteers to collaborate and make a tangible impact.

Assist in managing and supporting students during week-long acting and musical theater camps. Volunteers will help create a positive and safe environment for children to learn and perform, ensuring smooth operation of daily activities.

Join the Eastside Youth Concert Band by submitting an online audition. Record and upload your performance on a specified instrument to YouTube, showcasing both lyrical and technical playing. No audition fee is required.

Support the leadership development conference for middle school students by assisting with event logistics, participant engagement, and workshop facilitation.

Support resource fairs by helping with setup, engaging with attendees, and distributing informational materials about substance use prevention.

Help recreate a teenage bedroom exhibit to educate parents on hidden signs of substance use. Volunteers will assist in setup and guide visitors through the exhibit.

Participate in organizing community dinners that include prevention education. Volunteers will assist with meal preparation, serving, and educational activities.

Assist in organizing a student video PSA and visual art contest awards night. Volunteers will help with event setup, coordination, and participant engagement.

Assist in organizing and facilitating a breakfast event focused on trends in youth substance use and mental well-being. Volunteers will help with event setup, registration, and data presentation coordination.

Help distribute catered meals to homeless individuals sheltered in hotels, ensuring they receive nutrition while minimizing exposure to COVID-19. Volunteers will meet food delivery staff and alert clients when food arrives.

Volunteers assist in receiving donations, sorting goods, packing essentials, repairing bikes, and moving stock. They also help organize community drives and participate in events.