[UPDATED 6/30/2021] A helpful roundup of all current volunteer opportunities available to AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers. Includes in-person as well as remote/virtual opportunities.
NOTE: This post will be updated regularly and will always be featured on our home page.
Volunteer opportunities will indicate "IN-PERSON" or "REMOTE".
REMOTE. Make telephone check-in calls to socially isolated seniors and adults with disabilities. Background check and computer use required. Sponsored by Aging & Long Term Care of Eastern Washington (ALTCEW).
REMOTE. Provides technical training and support to MOB clients, including program participants (age 60+), other ALTCEW MOB-V volunteers, and ALTCEW falls prevention staff. Assist with tech devices, internet connectivity, and the Zoom platform in order for clients to attend and interact effectively in virtual MOB-V sessions online.
IN-PERSON. Retail/customer service at Garland district thrift store.
REMOTE. For more information on any of the following positions, please contact Kari Strain at (509) 679-8795 or kari.strain@redcross.org.
Virtual Disaster Action Team (DAT) Responder On-call position to provide services and resources to clients impacted by house fire or other disaster.
Virtual Disaster Mental Health Looking for a credentialed mental health professional to support virtual family assistance center for those impacted by COVID and ongoing opportunity to support those impacted by other disasters.
Virtual Disaster Community Partnerships
Someone comfortable on the computer and phone to conduct outreach to organizations and verify resources available for those impacted by disaster.
Virtual Disaster Recovery Team Member
Provide follow-up casework for clients impacted by disaster and ensure they have resources needed for road to recovery.
Virtual Service to Armed Forces Community Resource Development Conduct outreach and document resources and services available to military community to meet critical needs.
IN-PERSON. Serve meals or work in the food bank.
IN-PERSON. Drive cancer patients to oncology appointments, using your own vehicle.
IN-PERSON. Deliver commodity food boxes to homebound clients.
IN-PERSON. Assist low-income clients with accessing services including food, energy assistance, rent assistance, and more.
REMOTE. Pen-pal program writing letters to adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. NOTE: This is not an official RSVP service activity, and is not eligible for AmeriCorps Seniors benefits. We are still promoting it as a remote service activity addressing a critical need. Contact Britta Maddox at brmaddox@careersbycompass.com for more information.
REMOTE (return to in-person post-pandemic). Serve as the Treasurer on the Friends of the Bluff board. Provide budget management and financial planning. Current Treasurer will provide training.
IN-PERSON. Deliver meals to homebound seniors, using your own vehicle. NEW VOLUNTEER NEED: looking for office volunteer to help with administrative work, especially answering phones. Any weekday, particularly 10 am - 1 pm.
IN-PERSON. Sort and package food donations at distribution center.
REMOTE. Knit, crochet, and quilt winter clothing and accessories for low-income and homeless people throughout Spokane County. Yarn and other supplies available at no cost.
IN-PERSON. Sort and package food donations at distribution center.
IN-PERSON. Level Up after-school mentor program, station volunteer (general assistance).
IN-PERSON. Provide transportation to Spokane County residents age 60+ or adults with disabilities for medical-related needs, such as appointments or picking up prescriptions from the pharmacy. Must use on vehicle.
IN-PERSON. Provide administrative/clerical assistance; pick up and deliver blood products using Vitalant vehicles; provide refreshments to and monitor blood donors; help run blood drives.
IN-PERSON. Positions include Dishwasher, Driver, Grocery Packager, Kitchen Assistant, Meal & Grocery Distribution, Meal Packager, and Traffic Control.