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Ongoing Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteers help Hopelink programs and clients throughout the agency. Depending on need, opportunities may be available in the following areas: Administration, Development, Client Services (Food Bank), Asset Programs (Adult Education, Employment) Housing, and Transportation.

Volunteer opportunities at Hopelink: For more information, please contact the Hopelink Volunteer Program Manager at 425.869.6066 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) . Not a Hopelink volunteer? Register at https://community.hope-link.org to get started!

Administration

• Front Desk Volunteer: Refer callers, greet walk-in guests, type, and do computer data entry. Must be 18+, fluent in reading, writing and spoken English. Bi-lingual skills desired. Screening interview and training required. Commitment: 4 hours per week for 6 months.
• Mailing Project Volunteer: Assist with mass mailings and other projects. Weekday hours, Redmond location only. Commitment: 4 hours per week for 6 months.

• ESL Class Teacher/Facilitator/Assistant: Meet weekly with small groups of adults to teach basic English, practice conversation and civics, or prepare for citizenship. Commitment: 2-4 hours per week for 1 year.
• ESL Intake and Assessment Assistant: Serve as the first point of contact for ESL students. Complete Intake Forms, give placement tests, and assist with goal-setting. Commitment: 2 hours per week for 6 months.
• Employment Program Lab Assistant: Provide one-on-one assistance to individuals in the Employment Program Computer Lab with online job searches, creating email accounts, editing resumes, applications, cover letters and thank-you letters. Two hours/week, Monday-Friday, between the hours of 10 am-4 pm. Commitment: 2 hours per week for 6 months.

• Hopelink events take place in various locations on the Eastside during daytime and evening hours, both weekday and weekend. Help set up, carry out, and clean up. Minimum age for most events is 12, some require 16+. No minimum time commitment. Please visit our events page for details of upcoming events. Looking for one-time group event opportunities? Please contact the Hopelink Volunteer Program Manager at 425.869.6066 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) .

• Food Donation Pick Up Driver: Pick up food donations from grocery stores weekday mornings, 2-3 hours/week and deliver to food banks. Must have a larger vehicle and be able to lift at least 25 lbs, be 18+ and have a valid WA State driver license and insurance. Commitment: 6 months.
• General Food Bank & Carry-Out Volunteers: Provide assistance during Food Bank to check clients in and out and assist with loading into cars. Must be at least 16 years old and able to lift at least 25 lbs for general food bank; ability to lift 50 lbs preferred for carry-outs. Commitment: 3 months.
• Food Sorting/Stocking/Clean-Up Volunteer: Receive, sort, & stock food donations at Hopelink Food Banks. Clean up & organize food bank as needed, Must be 12+ and supervised by an adult if under 16 and able to lift at least 25 lbs, 50 lbs preferred if over 16. Commitment: 3 months.
• Home Delivery Driver: Deliver food to home-bound clients. Must be able to lift at least 25 lbs, be 18+ and have a valid WA State driver license, insurance. Commitment: 6 months.

• After-School Tutor: Help school-aged children with homework, participate in positive playtime, and act as role models. Tutors must be 16+ Monday-Thursdays, 4 pm-8 pm at Hopelink Housing sites. Commitment: 2 hours per week for 6 months.
• Childcare Volunteer: Provide safe supervision for preschool and school-aged children in Housing while parents access services and classes on site. Volunteers must be 18+ and additional training is required. Commitment: 4 hours per month for 6 months.
• Adopt an Apartment Volunteer: Prepare a Hopelink apartment unit for a homeless family to occupy. Responsibilities include locating/acquiring and storing donations household items and furniture. Time commitment varies. This is a great group opportunity! Please contact the Hopelink Volunteer Program Manager at 425.869.6066 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) for more information.

GETTING AROUND PUGET SOUND (GAPS) This program connects King County residents with information about travel options, increasing independence and mobility. GAPS volunteer travel trainers provide one-on-one transportation assistance in community centers, libraries and gathering places throughout King County. Hopelink Mobility Management staff provides on-going support to keep volunteers up to date as programs and transportation options change. GAPS volunteers are asked to make a 6 month commitment for 2-4 hours per month (hours may vary by location). The minimum age is 16. Bilingual volunteers are needed!

Want to be a Getting Around Puget Sound (GAPS) Volunteer? Register for Hopelink’s comprehensive training by contacting .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).