Student Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteering looks different around the world. In America, 25% of the population takes the time to volunteer. This is an important value taught to kids beginning in elementary school.

When children volunteer, they realize that there is something bigger than themselves. They experience a sense of fulfillment and learn the ability to be selfless, developing empathy towards others. They understand that ordinary people can make a difference, even at a young age. They are also more likely to do better in school, avoid risky behavior, and can even list their volunteer work on college applications!

Here, we share some great opportunities for kids to volunteer in our community.

Issaquah Schools Foundation, Cultural Bridges Program

We have volunteer opportunities for high school students for the Summer Reading Program. If you are interested, please contact nikki@isfdn.org.

City of Issaquah

Some volunteer opportunities offered are helping with Issaquah’s parks and natural areas or at the senior center, and at the many community events (Issaquah Farmers Market, Issy Kids Triathlon, Beat the Heat Splash Day). Check for more volunteer opportunities with the City of Issaquah, please visit: https://issaquahwa.gov/index.aspx?NID=920.

City of Sammamish

They have opportunities for a variety of events and programs: park projects that include native plantings, trail building in the wetlands, and stream restoration. They also look for volunteers to help with Sammamish Walks and their “Storm Drain Marking Program.” To check the detailed volunteer opportunities with the City of Sammamish, please visit: https://www.sammamish.us/community-involvement/volunteer/

Northwest Harvest

Northwest Harvest has a variety of volunteer opportunities in different locations, as well as some special events. Anybody who is 9 years old or in 3rd grade can become a volunteer. Check their website for all the opportunities and locations: https://www.northwestharvest.org/get-involved/volunteer/.

Food Lifeline

Food Lifeline offers volunteer opportunities at their Hunger Solution Center, which is located in Seattle. Anybody who is 10 years and older is welcome to volunteer during weekday mornings and afternoons, Saturdays, and some evenings. Check their website to sign up for their volunteer sessions: https://foodlifeline.org/volunteer/.

Eastside Baby Corner (EBC)

Students 12 years old and up are encouraged to volunteer at Eastside Baby Corner. The work done at EBC directly benefits families in our community by providing clothing for children. Volunteers under age 14 must be accompaniedby an adult during their entire shift. Check more details on their website: https://babycorner.org/volunteer/.