Volunteer
Help meet our most URGENT volunteer needs!
We're seeking volunteers to fill critical roles in events, cooking and nutrition classes, gardening, and more. Browse the opportunities below – and join us at an upcoming Volunteer Orientation to get started!
Volunteer with Us!
At Solid Ground, we believe poverty is solvable – but we can’t do it alone. Volunteers are essential to our work to meet basic needs, nurture success, and promote change – and they also support our race and social justice efforts. Join us to create a community beyond poverty and oppression where all people have equitable opportunity to thrive!
Community Leadership
| Name | Type | Description | Program |
|---|---|---|---|
| RSVP (Retired and Senior Volunteer Program) Ambassador | Individual | Support RSVP's mission and volunteer recruitment efforts. | Solid Ground |
| Solid Ground Board Member | Individual | Help set strategy, oversee management, and provide financial oversight of the organization as part of Solid Ground's Board of Directors. | Solid Ground |
Gardening, Food & Nutrition
Information for current Cooking Matters volunteers.
| Name | Type | Description | Program |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cooking & Nutrition Class Assistant | Individual | Help out behind the scenes in our cooking and nutrition classes! | Community Food Education |
| Magnuson Park Community Food Pantry Volunteer | Group & Individual | Organize supplies and distribute food to patrons at the Magnuson Park Community Food Pantry. | Community Food Education |
| PAUSED: Food FARMacia Distribution Volunteer | Individual | Distribute farm-fresh produce at local Sea Mar Community Health Clinics. (Volunteers needed summer & fall.) | Community Food Education |
| PAUSED: Marra Farm Field Trip Educator | Individual | Help lead hands-on educational farm field trips for elementary students and support them in gardening activities. (Volunteers needed Apr-Jun & Sep-Oct.) | Community Food Education |
| PAUSED: Marra Farm Giving Garden Work Party | Group | Groups of 6-40 help grow produce at Marra Farm! (Volunteers needed Mar-Nov.) | Community Food Education |
| PAUSED: Marra Farm Giving Gardener | Individual | Grow food at Marra Farm! (Volunteers needed Mar-Nov.) | Community Food Education |
Health Care & Public Benefits
| Name | Type | Description | Program |
|---|---|---|---|
| PAUSED: SHIBA (Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors) Volunteer | Individual | Help Washington state residents understand their Medicare rights and options. (There's currently a wait list for new volunteers.) | Health Care and Public Benefits |
Housing & Support Services
| Name | Type | Description | Program |
|---|---|---|---|
| After-school Youth Tutor | Individual | Provide one-on-one and group tutoring support (virtual and/or in-person) to children and youth. | Sand Point Housing |
| Knit-It-Alls Volunteer | Group & Individual | Knit, crochet, or sew warm winter clothing for low-income families! | Solid Ground |
| Office Support Volunteer | Individual | Provide administrative and clerical support for Solid Ground's front desk staff. | Supportive Services |
| Supply Drive Coordinator | Group & Individual | Help Solid Ground provide supplies to our residents! | Supply Drives |
| Youth Field Trip Volunteer | Individual | Provide a safe, accepting environment while supervising youth during field trips. | Sand Point Housing |
| Youth Hip Hop Dance Instructor | Individual | Lead fun, energizing hip hop dance classes for youth at Sand Point Family Housing. | Sand Point Housing |
| Youth Mentor | Individual | Support youth development through mentorship and guidance. | Sand Point Housing |
Resource Development & Communications
| Name | Type | Description | Program |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Events Volunteer | Individual | Support Solid Ground programs with events and one-time activities. | Resource Development |
How to Apply
For most volunteer opportunities, a Solid Ground Volunteer Application, Washington State Patrol (WSP) Background Check Form, and Volunteer Orientation are required before we can place volunteers. Some positions need additional forms and training as well. To get started, complete the forms below, then register for an upcoming volunteer orientation!
REQUIRED FORMS
Also required for volunteers under 18:
If you prefer not to use the online webform, there’s also a downloadable PDF of the combined Volunteer Application & Washington State Patrol Background Check Forms. Please download, print, complete, and sign these forms with ink (or insert an electronic signature). Email your completed Application, Background Check, and/or Underage Waivers forms to volunteers@solid-ground.org, or mail to: Solid Ground, Attn: Volunteer Coordinator, 1501 N 45th St, Seattle, WA 98103
Solid Ground Volunteer Orientations
Virtual Volunteer Orientation
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Volunteer Orientation – IN PERSON
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Virtual Volunteer Orientation
Interested in volunteering to meet basic needs, nurture success, and spread change... Read More »
RSVP (Retired & Senior Volunteer Program)
Info Session for Volunteers 55 & Older
Passionate about making a difference? We need YOU to share your experience... Read More »
Info Session for Volunteers 55 & Older
Passionate about making a difference? We need YOU to share your experience... Read More »
Info Session for Volunteers 55 & Older
Passionate about making a difference? We need YOU to share your experience... Read More »