Community Needs From: Gonzaga University

Volunteer: Vanessa Behan - Childcare Volunteer

Position Description

A Vanessa Behan Crisis Nursery volunteer augments the staff/child ratio by participating in childcare and daily routine activities under the direction of the staff.

 

 

 Examples of Duties

Assist staff by interacting with children during indoor/outdoor activities. Assist staff in daily activities including serving meals and clean-up, organizing the playroom and other activity areas, helping with laundry, and assisting with nap or bedtimes.

 

 

Requirements Must be 16 years of age or older Commit to one 3 hour shift a week for the duration of your semester, or longer Successfully pass screening process – this includes an interview, reference checks, and 1 background check Obtain a current Washington State Food Workers Card – info provided at interview Have a current Tuberculosis (TB) test – info provided at interview Have current TDaP booster (good for 10 years) Obtain a yearly flu shot Be willing and able to follow the guidance of staff and maintain strict confidentiality Have the physical ability to safely interact with active children (birth through 6 years of age)

 

Selection Factors Support the philosophy and goals of VBCN Have an understanding of the emotional needs of children Have experience working with children ages birth through six years of age Be reliable Have a willingness to “pitch in” where needed Be sensitive to the interactions with staff Be willing to accept each child without judgment Exhibit emotional maturity and stability

Agency: Vanessa Behan

Position Description

A Vanessa Behan Crisis Nursery volunteer augments the staff/child ratio by participating in childcare and daily routine activities under the direction of the staff.

 

 

 Examples of Duties

Assist staff by interacting with children during indoor/outdoor activities. Assist staff in daily activities including serving meals and clean-up, organizing the playroom and other activity areas, helping with laundry, and assisting with nap or bedtimes.

 

 

Requirements Must be 16 years of age or older Commit to one 3 hour shift a week for the duration of your semester, or longer Successfully pass screening process – this includes an interview, reference checks, and 1 background check Obtain a current Washington State Food Workers Card – info provided at interview Have a current Tuberculosis (TB) test – info provided at interview Have current TDaP booster (good for 10 years) Obtain a yearly flu shot Be willing and able to follow the guidance of staff and maintain strict confidentiality Have the physical ability to safely interact with active children (birth through 6 years of age)

 

Selection Factors Support the philosophy and goals of VBCN Have an understanding of the emotional needs of children Have experience working with children ages birth through six years of age Be reliable Have a willingness to “pitch in” where needed Be sensitive to the interactions with staff Be willing to accept each child without judgment Exhibit emotional maturity and stability

Agency: Vanessa Behan

Community Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >16 years old

Zip Code: 99202

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Community Center Volunteer

Spark Central is your connection to creative destinations of all kinds. We are an arts-based community center where people of all ages can access our high-speed Internet, technology, rich and imaginative programming, and a curated book and media collection. 

Center Volunteers will be trained on our library system, KOHA. For volunteers looking for front facing clerical experience, this is the place for you!

Volunteer Duties

As a volunteer, run our front desk and help patrons check out materials, access the web, use technology, and get help with what they need. They also keep our center tidy and may be tasked with doing light data entry. You’ll welcome people who come in, be a resource for those seeking help with a project, or share with those who just want to chat about who you are and what you know.  It's a great way to help others, connect with like-minded people, and hang out in a space where exciting connections will be happening all the time.

HOURS POSSIBLE:  2 - 4 hours per week during our open hours of Tues-Fri from 2pm-7pm and Saturday 2pm-5pm.

REQUIREMENTS:

Must have a positive, can-do attitude, be reliable and punctual, and trustworthy. Must also be welcoming to people of all backgrounds, lifestyles, and ages. Must have basic computer skills (Mac or PC) and basic organizational skills. Must be willing to take on complex tasks as well as simple ones like taking out the trash. Must pass a background check.

Agency: Spark Central

Spark Central is your connection to creative destinations of all kinds. We are an arts-based community center where people of all ages can access our high-speed Internet, technology, rich and imaginative programming, and a curated book and media collection. 

Center Volunteers will be trained on our library system, KOHA. For volunteers looking for front facing clerical experience, this is the place for you!

Volunteer Duties

As a volunteer, run our front desk and help patrons check out materials, access the web, use technology, and get help with what they need. They also keep our center tidy and may be tasked with doing light data entry. You’ll welcome people who come in, be a resource for those seeking help with a project, or share with those who just want to chat about who you are and what you know.  It's a great way to help others, connect with like-minded people, and hang out in a space where exciting connections will be happening all the time.

HOURS POSSIBLE:  2 - 4 hours per week during our open hours of Tues-Fri from 2pm-7pm and Saturday 2pm-5pm.

REQUIREMENTS:

Must have a positive, can-do attitude, be reliable and punctual, and trustworthy. Must also be welcoming to people of all backgrounds, lifestyles, and ages. Must have basic computer skills (Mac or PC) and basic organizational skills. Must be willing to take on complex tasks as well as simple ones like taking out the trash. Must pass a background check.

Agency: Spark Central

Community Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >18 years old

Zip Code: 99201

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Global Neighborhood Conversation Partner

Please note: This position is subject to availability, depending on current employee and organizational needs.

Requirements: 18+ years old Pass a background check Complete 1.5 hour training with GN staff Regular attendance and communication Time Commitment: 1 hour per week, every week, for up to 6 months 30 minute debriefing with GN staff upon completion of assignment Description:

You will be matched with one of the employees in our job-training program. You will come to the GN office for one hour each week to meet with him/her. During this time you will serve as a conversation partner to help practice English. You may also be asked to help him/her practice specific workplace English vocabulary or tutor on ESL homework. We will provide a topic list to help guide your conversation times.

Goal:

The goal of this volunteer program is twofold: First, we want each of our employees to leave their time with GN having a better grasp of English. This will help them in all areas of their life, and will especially help them as they search for full-time work. Second, we want to establish relationship/community between former-refugees and other members of the Spokane community. The relationship you build with your conversation partner will teach both of you and break down barriers preventing Spokane from being a more integrated community.

Agency: Global Neighborhood

Please note: This position is subject to availability, depending on current employee and organizational needs.

Requirements: 18+ years old Pass a background check Complete 1.5 hour training with GN staff Regular attendance and communication Time Commitment: 1 hour per week, every week, for up to 6 months 30 minute debriefing with GN staff upon completion of assignment Description:

You will be matched with one of the employees in our job-training program. You will come to the GN office for one hour each week to meet with him/her. During this time you will serve as a conversation partner to help practice English. You may also be asked to help him/her practice specific workplace English vocabulary or tutor on ESL homework. We will provide a topic list to help guide your conversation times.

Goal:

The goal of this volunteer program is twofold: First, we want each of our employees to leave their time with GN having a better grasp of English. This will help them in all areas of their life, and will especially help them as they search for full-time work. Second, we want to establish relationship/community between former-refugees and other members of the Spokane community. The relationship you build with your conversation partner will teach both of you and break down barriers preventing Spokane from being a more integrated community.

Agency: Global Neighborhood

Community Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >18 years old

Zip Code: 99205

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: MLK Family Outreach Center After-School Tutors Needed

Have a passion for education & mentoring at-risk students? Need class credit hours and extra cash for books?

The Martin Luther King, Jr. Family Outreach Center is looking for college volunteers with experience in education, math, or English to become after-school tutors! Tutors work one-on-one or in small groups with K-6th grade Title I Elementary students offering remedial services in Math, English, reading, and language arts. This is a great opportunity for education majors looking to create and develop Student Learning Plans (SLPs) and gain valuable experience working in an Elementary classroom. This opportunity is also targeted for students who have a passion for youth empowerment & mentoring at-risk children.

 

When: Sessions run from 3:00-4:45 pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Tutors can sign up for 1, 2, or all 3 of the tutoring periods that run for about 8-weeks or 24 academic school days. Where: Grant Elementary School (1300 E 9th Ave, Spokane, WA)

 

Tutors, for each tutoring period successfully completed, you earn a $300 stipend to cover traveling expenses and provide an incentive for consistent attendance (potential of earning up to $900 for the academic school year). College credit hours are also available for relevant and appropriate courses.

For more information or to receive an application, email AmeriCorps@mlkspokane.org

Agency: Martin Luther King, Jr. Family Outreach Center

Have a passion for education & mentoring at-risk students? Need class credit hours and extra cash for books?

The Martin Luther King, Jr. Family Outreach Center is looking for college volunteers with experience in education, math, or English to become after-school tutors! Tutors work one-on-one or in small groups with K-6th grade Title I Elementary students offering remedial services in Math, English, reading, and language arts. This is a great opportunity for education majors looking to create and develop Student Learning Plans (SLPs) and gain valuable experience working in an Elementary classroom. This opportunity is also targeted for students who have a passion for youth empowerment & mentoring at-risk children.

 

When: Sessions run from 3:00-4:45 pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Tutors can sign up for 1, 2, or all 3 of the tutoring periods that run for about 8-weeks or 24 academic school days. Where: Grant Elementary School (1300 E 9th Ave, Spokane, WA)

 

Tutors, for each tutoring period successfully completed, you earn a $300 stipend to cover traveling expenses and provide an incentive for consistent attendance (potential of earning up to $900 for the academic school year). College credit hours are also available for relevant and appropriate courses.

For more information or to receive an application, email AmeriCorps@mlkspokane.org

Agency: Martin Luther King, Jr. Family Outreach Center

Community Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >18 years old

Zip Code: 99202

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Salvation Army Food Bank

The Salvation Army of Spokane Food Bank assists more than 1,500 people per month. This is a client choice program, meaning that each client that comes through our doors gets to “shop” for their own food with dignity. This process relies on volunteers to assist clients and keep the shelves stocked with a variety of food choices.

Volunteers are needed Monday through Friday (with the exception of holidays).  
Once applications are received and processed and orientation is completed, volunteers manage their own hours Monday through Friday, 8:30am through 5:00pm.


Please contact the Volunteer Coordinator to request a volunteer application and schedule orientation. 
Mary Gayle Johnson's contact information is:
-Direct phone number: 509 329-2721
-Email: marygayle.johnson@usw.salvationarmy.org

Agency: Salvation Army of Spokane - Hope Market

The Salvation Army of Spokane Food Bank assists more than 1,500 people per month. This is a client choice program, meaning that each client that comes through our doors gets to “shop” for their own food with dignity. This process relies on volunteers to assist clients and keep the shelves stocked with a variety of food choices.

Volunteers are needed Monday through Friday (with the exception of holidays).  
Once applications are received and processed and orientation is completed, volunteers manage their own hours Monday through Friday, 8:30am through 5:00pm.


Please contact the Volunteer Coordinator to request a volunteer application and schedule orientation. 
Mary Gayle Johnson's contact information is:
-Direct phone number: 509 329-2721
-Email: marygayle.johnson@usw.salvationarmy.org

Agency: Salvation Army of Spokane - Hope Market

Community Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >13 years old

Zip Code: 99207

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Family Promise of Spokane

Open Doors is a Family Day Emergency Shelter. For the first time in Spokane's history, there is now be a shelter available for displaced families who need a warm shelter, a welcoming smile and some help to find sustainable housing. We assess families, connect them to local resources, and provide food, supplies, showers, computer and laundry access between 7:30 am-7:30 pm. The Family Promise Emergency Shelter is located on 2002 E. Mission Avenue.

Contact oliviah@familypromiseofspokane.org or ggriffith@familypromiseofspokane.org to sign up.

Agency: Family Promise of Spokane

Open Doors is a Family Day Emergency Shelter. For the first time in Spokane's history, there is now be a shelter available for displaced families who need a warm shelter, a welcoming smile and some help to find sustainable housing. We assess families, connect them to local resources, and provide food, supplies, showers, computer and laundry access between 7:30 am-7:30 pm. The Family Promise Emergency Shelter is located on 2002 E. Mission Avenue.

Contact oliviah@familypromiseofspokane.org or ggriffith@familypromiseofspokane.org to sign up.

Agency: Family Promise of Spokane

Community Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 99202

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Activity Volunteer

There are many activities offered at Providence Emilie Court. If you are interested in helping out we could find what works best for your schedule. We offer Bingo, Game Day, Exercise, Current Events (reading the news), Beauty Basket (manicures), Movies, Enertainment, Arts & Crafts and more. We could also pair you to be a one on one companion.

Agency: Providence: Emilie Court

There are many activities offered at Providence Emilie Court. If you are interested in helping out we could find what works best for your schedule. We offer Bingo, Game Day, Exercise, Current Events (reading the news), Beauty Basket (manicures), Movies, Enertainment, Arts & Crafts and more. We could also pair you to be a one on one companion.

Agency: Providence: Emilie Court

Community Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 99202

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Volunteers Needed at Spokane Youth For Christ

 Students may serve in YFC's Center, which is open from about 2:00-6:00 Monday through Thursday. Service will include spending time with the kids who come in, playing sports, board games, video games, etc. Most importantly, fostering relationships and loving on the kids at the center. Our kiddos are ages 11-19. Students are encouraged to help with homework and tutors are greatly needed. There are longer term volunteer opportunities also available such as donor programming and outreach. 

*Visit YFC website for volunteer application.

Agency: Youth for Christ: Hillyard & Downtown Spokane

 Students may serve in YFC's Center, which is open from about 2:00-6:00 Monday through Thursday. Service will include spending time with the kids who come in, playing sports, board games, video games, etc. Most importantly, fostering relationships and loving on the kids at the center. Our kiddos are ages 11-19. Students are encouraged to help with homework and tutors are greatly needed. There are longer term volunteer opportunities also available such as donor programming and outreach. 

*Visit YFC website for volunteer application.

Agency: Youth for Christ: Hillyard & Downtown Spokane

Community Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >18 years old

Zip Code: 99207

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Delivery Driver - hot lunchtime meals

Bring a smile to a senior! Greater Spokane County Meals on Wheels, who provides meals throughout the county, is looking for volunteers to deliver meals to homebound elderly and disabled persons in your neighborhood. Volunteers pick up the meals from any one of various sites throughout Spokane and Spokane County. It takes approximately 1-1/2 to 2 hours to deliver a route of 10 to 15 stops. Volunteers choose the day of the week and frequency that they would like to deliver. The commitment is small but the rewards are immense. Won’t you help? Call Donna Ennis at 924-6976 or visit our web site at gscmealsonwheels.org

Agency: Greater Spokane County Meals on Wheels

Bring a smile to a senior! Greater Spokane County Meals on Wheels, who provides meals throughout the county, is looking for volunteers to deliver meals to homebound elderly and disabled persons in your neighborhood. Volunteers pick up the meals from any one of various sites throughout Spokane and Spokane County. It takes approximately 1-1/2 to 2 hours to deliver a route of 10 to 15 stops. Volunteers choose the day of the week and frequency that they would like to deliver. The commitment is small but the rewards are immense. Won’t you help? Call Donna Ennis at 924-6976 or visit our web site at gscmealsonwheels.org

Agency: Greater Spokane County Meals on Wheels

Community Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >18 years old

Zip Code: 99207

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Kitchen Help / Basic Meal Prep - GSC Meals on Wheels

Greater Spokane County Meals on Wheels asks for volunteers to help in our kitchen on week days to assist with general food preparation for the coming week. Times can vary between the hours of 5:00am-2:00pm Monday-Friday, and are flexible Food Handlers cards are not required.

Agency: Greater Spokane County Meals on Wheels

Greater Spokane County Meals on Wheels asks for volunteers to help in our kitchen on week days to assist with general food preparation for the coming week. Times can vary between the hours of 5:00am-2:00pm Monday-Friday, and are flexible Food Handlers cards are not required.

Agency: Greater Spokane County Meals on Wheels

Community Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >16 years old

Zip Code: 99202

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: L'Arche Spokane

For CEL students specifically

 

Who We Are

We are people with and without intellectual disabilities, sharing life in communities belonging to an International Federation. Mutual relationships and trust in God are at the heart of our journey together. We celebrate the unique value of every person and recognize our need of one another.

What We Do

L’Arche’s mission is to make known the gifts of people with intellectual disabilities especially as they are revealed through mutually transforming relationships. At L’Arche, we are people with and without intellectual disabilities who live and share community life together in 2 homes near Gonzaga while engaging in our diverse cultures and working together toward a more human society.  We belong to an International Federation of almost 150 communities in nearly 40 countries representing all the major faiths of the world. Mutual relationships and trust in God are at the heart of our life together where we celebrate the unique value of every person and recognize our need of one another.

Agency: L'Arche Spokane

For CEL students specifically

 

Who We Are

We are people with and without intellectual disabilities, sharing life in communities belonging to an International Federation. Mutual relationships and trust in God are at the heart of our journey together. We celebrate the unique value of every person and recognize our need of one another.

What We Do

L’Arche’s mission is to make known the gifts of people with intellectual disabilities especially as they are revealed through mutually transforming relationships. At L’Arche, we are people with and without intellectual disabilities who live and share community life together in 2 homes near Gonzaga while engaging in our diverse cultures and working together toward a more human society.  We belong to an International Federation of almost 150 communities in nearly 40 countries representing all the major faiths of the world. Mutual relationships and trust in God are at the heart of our life together where we celebrate the unique value of every person and recognize our need of one another.

Agency: L'Arche Spokane

Community Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 99207

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: HUB 360 After-School Program Volunteers

GENERAL FUNCTION:
Volunteer is responsible for the supporting the Program Director and assist with the development, implementation, and supervision of the after school program. He/She has a goal of providing excellent after school care for middle school students (6th-8th grade). It is his/her responsibility to make sure that the HUB 360 standards and procedures are followed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assist with the development and implementation of all aspects of the After School Program

2. Develop a positive relationship with students

3. Keep the Program Director informed of all program issues as they arise especially when related to the children’s behavior and development

4. Be familiar with HUB Sports Center mission, policies and procedures 8. Participate with the students in HUB 360 program activities

5. Be an enthusiastic, dedicated, reliable and committed leader of our team

Agency: HUB Sports Center

GENERAL FUNCTION:
Volunteer is responsible for the supporting the Program Director and assist with the development, implementation, and supervision of the after school program. He/She has a goal of providing excellent after school care for middle school students (6th-8th grade). It is his/her responsibility to make sure that the HUB 360 standards and procedures are followed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assist with the development and implementation of all aspects of the After School Program

2. Develop a positive relationship with students

3. Keep the Program Director informed of all program issues as they arise especially when related to the children’s behavior and development

4. Be familiar with HUB Sports Center mission, policies and procedures 8. Participate with the students in HUB 360 program activities

5. Be an enthusiastic, dedicated, reliable and committed leader of our team

Agency: HUB Sports Center

Community Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >18 years old

Zip Code: 99016

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Tutors

This individual/s will assist with homework and outside activities once homework is done. Activities include, tutoring, activity play, cub and boy scouts. We are in need of eight volunteers that can assist us Monday-Thursday from 5:30-7:00pm.

Agency: Morning Star Boys Ranch (MSBR)

This individual/s will assist with homework and outside activities once homework is done. Activities include, tutoring, activity play, cub and boy scouts. We are in need of eight volunteers that can assist us Monday-Thursday from 5:30-7:00pm.

Agency: Morning Star Boys Ranch (MSBR)

Community Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >18 years old

Zip Code: 99203

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: North Central High School: Instrumental Musician Tutor

NC needs instrumental musicians who would be willing to work with our 7th grade band and strings students Monday - Thursday from 2:30 - 3:30 in the afternoon. The class has violins, viola, cello, flute, clarinet, trumpet, alto sax, and percussion all in one class. Some students have two years experience on their instrument; some are beginners.

North Central High School is piloting a new choice school on our campus. We have 7th grade students attending middle school in our IST (Institute of Science and Technology) who want to continue their band and strings studies in a seventh period class. Tutors are needed to work with strings students on Mondays and Wednesdays and with band students on Tuesdays and Thursdays after school from 2:30 to 3:30. Approximately 63% of NC students qualify for free and reduced lunch; their music education has been limited to the experiences provided by Spokane Public Schools. They are talented and eager to grow as musicians but need one- on-one and small group coaching provided by experienced musicians. Contact Norilee Kimball at 354-6173 for more information.

Agency: North Central High School

NC needs instrumental musicians who would be willing to work with our 7th grade band and strings students Monday - Thursday from 2:30 - 3:30 in the afternoon. The class has violins, viola, cello, flute, clarinet, trumpet, alto sax, and percussion all in one class. Some students have two years experience on their instrument; some are beginners.

North Central High School is piloting a new choice school on our campus. We have 7th grade students attending middle school in our IST (Institute of Science and Technology) who want to continue their band and strings studies in a seventh period class. Tutors are needed to work with strings students on Mondays and Wednesdays and with band students on Tuesdays and Thursdays after school from 2:30 to 3:30. Approximately 63% of NC students qualify for free and reduced lunch; their music education has been limited to the experiences provided by Spokane Public Schools. They are talented and eager to grow as musicians but need one- on-one and small group coaching provided by experienced musicians. Contact Norilee Kimball at 354-6173 for more information.

Agency: North Central High School

Community Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 99205

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: St. Luke's Rehabilitation Center: Volunteers Needed

Immediate need for 3-4 volunteers September 16, 17, 18. On-going need for volunteers to help with reception, clerical, visiting with patients and welcoming guests, Times and days for these tasks can vary.

Agency: St. Luke's Rehabilitation Center

Immediate need for 3-4 volunteers September 16, 17, 18. On-going need for volunteers to help with reception, clerical, visiting with patients and welcoming guests, Times and days for these tasks can vary.

Agency: St. Luke's Rehabilitation Center

Community Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 99201

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Mentor a local child affected by HIV

REACH Ministries matches HIV-affected children with REACH mentors. Even though our office is in Tacoma, we are a regional ministry and have many children needing mentors in the Spokane area. If you are interested in building a trusted friendship with a child in your area, please fill out a mentor application online here. 

Agency: REACH Ministries

REACH Ministries matches HIV-affected children with REACH mentors. Even though our office is in Tacoma, we are a regional ministry and have many children needing mentors in the Spokane area. If you are interested in building a trusted friendship with a child in your area, please fill out a mentor application online here. 

Agency: REACH Ministries

Community Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >21 years old

Zip Code: 98405

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Love volunteering with Kiddos? This could be the opportunity for you!

We are looking for some volunteers who could help plan and carry out after school activities and/or help with homework with kids at one of SNAP's housing properties.  Experience or studies in childhood development, or hopes to go into teaching or working with kids would be great for this opportunity!  Commitment can be flexible, but we need volunteers available from 3.30-5pm on various weekdays, on an ongoing basis.  Help make a difference in kids' lives and be in touch if this sounds like fun for you!

Address provided is for the SNAP admin office, not where volunteer opportunity is located.  Public transportation to the site is limited, so having personal transportation would be preferred. 

Agency: SNAP

We are looking for some volunteers who could help plan and carry out after school activities and/or help with homework with kids at one of SNAP's housing properties.  Experience or studies in childhood development, or hopes to go into teaching or working with kids would be great for this opportunity!  Commitment can be flexible, but we need volunteers available from 3.30-5pm on various weekdays, on an ongoing basis.  Help make a difference in kids' lives and be in touch if this sounds like fun for you!

Address provided is for the SNAP admin office, not where volunteer opportunity is located.  Public transportation to the site is limited, so having personal transportation would be preferred. 

Agency: SNAP

Community Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >18 years old

Zip Code: 99224

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: One on One Companion

Duties: To become one or more of the Residents' trustworthy and reliable friend by getting to know them personally, sharing yourself personally if you wish and visiting them often to the point where they anticipate your next visit of quality and attention. So many of our Resident's need this service more than one could imagine.

 

If interested, you would need to come in to fill out the volunteer paperwork & go through orientation. We would then pair you with a Resident who might not get many visitors or who does not participate in many of the activities offered here at Providence Emilie Court.

We ask that companions visit once a week, the date and time would be whatever worked best for both the Resident and the volunteer.

Agency: Providence: Emilie Court

Duties: To become one or more of the Residents' trustworthy and reliable friend by getting to know them personally, sharing yourself personally if you wish and visiting them often to the point where they anticipate your next visit of quality and attention. So many of our Resident's need this service more than one could imagine.

 

If interested, you would need to come in to fill out the volunteer paperwork & go through orientation. We would then pair you with a Resident who might not get many visitors or who does not participate in many of the activities offered here at Providence Emilie Court.

We ask that companions visit once a week, the date and time would be whatever worked best for both the Resident and the volunteer.

Agency: Providence: Emilie Court

Community Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >18 years old

Zip Code: 99202

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Music (entertainment)

If you are able to play and instrument or sing and would be interested in performing at Providence Emilie Court we would love to have you. The dates/times are flexible, would just have to fit into our Activity Schedule. This could be an individual or a group.

Agency: Providence: Emilie Court

If you are able to play and instrument or sing and would be interested in performing at Providence Emilie Court we would love to have you. The dates/times are flexible, would just have to fit into our Activity Schedule. This could be an individual or a group.

Agency: Providence: Emilie Court

Community Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 99202

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Educational Presentations

As part of our activity program we like to offer one or more educational presentations per month. We would like to have a volunteer(s) that would like to present a topic that would be relevant to Residents at Providence Emilie Court. It could be related to health issues, legal issues such as living wills, etc.

If presenting educational topics would be of interest to you, we could have volunteers present one topic a piece, or have a volunteer(s) who present multiple different topics.

 

Agency: Providence: Emilie Court

As part of our activity program we like to offer one or more educational presentations per month. We would like to have a volunteer(s) that would like to present a topic that would be relevant to Residents at Providence Emilie Court. It could be related to health issues, legal issues such as living wills, etc.

If presenting educational topics would be of interest to you, we could have volunteers present one topic a piece, or have a volunteer(s) who present multiple different topics.

 

Agency: Providence: Emilie Court

Community Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >18 years old

Zip Code: 99202

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: K9 Crew Member

Volunteers assist with dog socialization and training programs designed to help shelter animals shine while waiting to be adopted. Volunteers take them for walks, groom and play with the dogs. To get started with this program please CLICK HERE and submit a volunteer application

Agency: Spokane Humane Society

Volunteers assist with dog socialization and training programs designed to help shelter animals shine while waiting to be adopted. Volunteers take them for walks, groom and play with the dogs. To get started with this program please CLICK HERE and submit a volunteer application

Agency: Spokane Humane Society

Community Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >16 years old

Zip Code: 99207

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Feline Friends Member

Volunteers help each cat or kitten get the socialization and exercise needed while waiting to be adopted. Volunteers play, groom and promote the cats and kittens. To get started with this program please CLICK HERE and submit a volunteer application.

Agency: Spokane Humane Society

Volunteers help each cat or kitten get the socialization and exercise needed while waiting to be adopted. Volunteers play, groom and promote the cats and kittens. To get started with this program please CLICK HERE and submit a volunteer application.

Agency: Spokane Humane Society

Community Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >13 years old

Zip Code: 99207

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Leading an Art Group

Help kids connect with their creative side in the art room. There are endless possibilities of what can happen in the art room with paint, pottery , glue and endless supply of materials that are ready to be used. You will assist/ lead and create which art project kids will be working on for that day. 

Agency: Morning Star Boys Ranch (MSBR)

Help kids connect with their creative side in the art room. There are endless possibilities of what can happen in the art room with paint, pottery , glue and endless supply of materials that are ready to be used. You will assist/ lead and create which art project kids will be working on for that day. 

Agency: Morning Star Boys Ranch (MSBR)

Community Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >21 years old

Zip Code: 99223

Allow Groups: No