Individual Volunteers

You can make a difference in your community by volunteering with Friendship House! We believe in the power of people coming together to create positive change in our community.

We value each of our volunteers and want to make sure they are placed in the best positions for their skills and talents. If you'd like to volunteer at Friendship House, simply follow these instructions:

1. Familiarize yourself with our volunteer opportunities (at right)
2. Complete the volunteer application form (see below)
3. Set up a tour and information interview with the volunteer coordinator
4. Schedule a volunteer time

Please note: All volunteers must consent to a background check. Any volunteer younger than 18 must fill out a parental consent form and be accompanied by a supervising adult at all times while at Friendship House.

Contact: For more information contact Olivia Hickerson by email at olivia@skagitfriendshiphouse.org or call at (360) 336-6138 ext. 110

Volunteer Application

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Name *

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Birthdate *

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Email *

In the past 10 years have you been convicted of a crime or released from prison? *

If yes, please state the date, place and Nature of the offense(s). Volunteer applicants must consent to a criminal history check. *

Interest and Skills *

Days and Hours available *

Submit

Volunteer opportunities

Love and Laundry Host: Our public laundry service, Love & Laundry needs help with greeting guests, supervising the facility, and operating machines. You would be imperative in supporting our mission to clothe those need.
Shifts Available: Daily 1pm-4pm. Partial shifts available
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Bag Lunch Distribution Volunteers:
We need volunteers daily to distribute food at a satellite location.
Shifts Available: 2 hours daily from 11 AM- 1:00 PM
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Landscaping, Handyperson or Donation sorting:
As an active shelter providing many services to our neighbors in need, we have a huge amount of work to be done and a small staff working to do it. Specific details will depend on your skills and availability .
Shifts Available: All days per week
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Kitchen Server: Support Friendship House by serving food to staff, residents, and community members that visit our café.
Shifts Available: All days per week during meal times
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Dishwasher: We need individuals to assist in providing clean tableware for all our café guests. This position is ideal for those who enjoy working independently in a fast-paced, busy environment.
Shifts Available: All days per week during meal times
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Event Support: Volunteers will assist at our annual fundraiser, En Vogue. Positions include ticket takers, greeters and backstage runners to ensure this fabulous event is a success. 2020 Event is March 12th. View Further Details Here.

Farmers Market Community Connector: Market Volunteers staff our coffee sales booth and share the Friendship house story with the public at both the Mount Vernon and Sedro-Woolley Farmer's Markets during the market seasons
Shifts Available: Saturdays from 9am-2pm and Wednesdays from 3pm-7pm
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