Opportunities From: City of Sammamish

ALL Roads are currently FULL. However you may still complete an interest form and be added to the waitlist. Before applying, please review the information below to ensure you are able to meet the minimum requirements.

Adopters are required to host 2 cleanups per year to qualify for a nameplate with their organization or group name. Upon receiving a nameplate, they must then clean their route a minimum of 2x/yr to remain in good standing and retain their nameplate.

Requirements: 

minimum two member/participants (for safety)

participants must be 14 or over (except with written consent from the city)

all participants are required to sign a waiver and consent form

youth groups must have a group leader that is aged 18+ who is able to sign the agreement form

adopters must commit to doing 2 cleanups per year to retain sign

Eligible Groups

If you’re interested in adopting a road please visit https://www.sammamish.us/our-community/volunteer/adopt-a-road/ for more information and to fill out an Adopt-A-Road Interest Form.

Volunteers will work on a habitat restoration project started as part of the Bee City Initiative. Come help establish a wild pollinator meadow at Evans Creek Preserve by prepping the next area for planting. Give back to your community, learn about native plants and enhance wildlife habitat! This event will be focused on removing and covering reed canary grass dominated areas to prepare them for planting.

Due to limited parking - sign ups are REQUIRED. If you are not on our list you will not be permitted to volunteer.

How to to sign up - New to Galaxy or has it been a while since you volunteered with us? Learn how to register for galaxy, complete waivers and sign up for events HERE

Direct Link to Minor Waiver Direct Link to Adult Waiver

Who can volunteer: This project is perfect for individuals, or families (8+) and groups/organizations looking for service projects/hours and students looking to complete community service hours for school. 

Minor Volunteers: all volunteers 13 or younger must have an adult/parent/guardian/chaperone attend and directly supervise them. If part of a group we recommend at least 1 adult per 15 minors.

What we provide: Water, snacks, gloves and tools will be provided.

What to wear: Please dress appropriately for weather, (rain gear, dress in layers) and wear sturdy, closed-toed shoes, preferably those suitable for hiking (e.g. hiking boots/shoes  with good tread & ankle support) and clothes you don't mind getting dirty. 

What to bring: Rain jacket, Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, work gloves (not required, but you can bring your own).

Reduce Waste: All volunteers should also bring a full, refillable water bottle. We will have a water refill station on site (Compostable cups will be provided for those that don't have them or forget.)

Meeting Place & Parking

Volunteers should meet near restrooms, between markers 1 & 15 (see map). Please also note that Evan's Creek Preserve has an upper (off Sahalee Way) and Lower (off HWY 202) entrance. Please make sure you navigate to the Lower entrance (off HWY 202).

Parking: Parking is extremely limited. Please plan to meet at a nearby public parking lot and carpool to the site or arrange for drop off/pick up.

If the parking lot is full, you may park anywhere in the neighborhood, WHERE IT IS PERMITTED & SAFE TO DO SO. Please do not block mailboxes, fire hydrants, driveways or roads. Please note any "no parking signs" and do not park within 50 feet of the intersection of Hwy 202 and 224th Ave.

Join the Sammamish Storm Water Stewards at the Windham pond.  This has been an ongoing project to establish native plantings and remove noxious weeds. Volunteers will be helping with weeding the site and planting native pollinator plants. Give back to your community, learn about native plants in wetlands and how it enhances wildlife habitat!

This project is perfect for anyone who is looking for a way to volunteer outside with light physical work. Please dress appropriately for weather, and bring a water bottle. Close toed shoes, long sleeves and pants are required. Volunteers get "Volunteer hours."

There is parking along NE 8th St between 233rd ave and 237th ave.

How to to sign up - New to Galaxy or has it been a while since you volunteered with us? Learn how to register for galaxy, complete waivers and sign up for events HERE

Direct Link to Minor Waiver Direct Link to Adult Waiver

Who can volunteer: This project is perfect for individuals, or families (8+) and groups/organizations looking for service projects/hours and students looking to complete community service hours for school. 

Minor Volunteers: all volunteers 13 or younger must have an adult/parent/guardian/chaperone attend and directly supervise them. If part of a group we recommend at least 1 adult per 15 minors.

What we provide: Gloves and tools will be provided.

What to wear: Please dress appropriately for weather, (rain gear, dress in layers) and wear sturdy, closed-toed shoes, preferably those suitable for hiking (e.g. hiking boots/shoes  with good tread & ankle support) and clothes you don't mind getting dirty. 

What to bring: Rain jacket, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, work gloves (not required, but you can bring your own).

Help work on special restoration project as part of the Evan's Creek Preserve Expansion Project. Volunteers will be working with a steward to plant native vegetation.

Entrance Location Volunteers should report to the Stormwater Facility located at 2679 233rd Place NE Sammamish, WA (Located in the Summer Ridge housing community) - please double check address when navigating.

Check-in From the trailhead/stormwater facility trail entrance - follow signage.

Parking Only street parking is available. Please carpool or plan to be dropped off. If you do park nearby, please do not block driveways, mailboxes, roads, etc. when parking.

Gloves and tools will be provided. No snacks provided, please plan accordingly and carry a water bottle. Please dress appropriately for weather, and wear sturdy, closed-toed shoes suitable for hiking (e.g. hiking boots with good tread & ankle support) and clothes you don't mind getting dirty.

How to to sign up - New to Galaxy or has it been a while since you volunteered with us? Learn how to register for galaxy, complete waivers and sign up for events HERE

Direct Link to Minor Waiver Direct Link to Adult Waiver

Who can volunteer: This project is perfect for individuals, or families (8+) and groups/organizations looking for service projects/hours and students looking to complete community service hours for school. 

Minor Volunteers: all volunteers 13 or younger must have an adult/parent/guardian/chaperone attend and directly supervise them. If part of a group we recommend at least 1 adult per 15 minors.

What we provide: Gloves and tools will be provided.

What to wear: Please dress appropriately for weather, (rain gear, dress in layers) and wear sturdy, closed-toed shoes, preferably those suitable for hiking (e.g. hiking boots/shoes  with good tread & ankle support) and clothes you don't mind getting dirty. 

What to bring: Full water bottle, Rain jacket, Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, work gloves (not required, but you can bring your own).

Celebrate Earth Day weekend  by joining the city to work on a habitat restoration project started by the Master Stewards from the Washington Native Plant Society.  Come help  establish native habitat by removing and mulching over invasive plant species at Evans Creek Preserve.  Give back to your community, learn about native plants and enhance wildlife habitat!

Water, snacks, gloves and tools will be provided. Please dress appropriately for weather, and wear closed-toed shoes.

Parking & Meeting Place

Parking: Parking is extremely limited. Please plan to meet at a nearby public parking lot and carpool to the site or arrange for drop off/pick up.

If the parking lot is full, you may park anywhere in the neighborhood, WHERE IT IS PERMITTED & SAFE TO DO SO. Please do not block mailboxes, fire hydrants, driveways or roads. Please note any "no parking signs" and do not park within 50 feet of the intersection of Hwy 202 and 224th Ave.

Volunteers should meet near trail marker 2 (see map). Please also note that Evan's Creek Preserve has an upper (off Sahalee Way) and Lower (off HWY 202) entrance. Please make sure you navigate to the Lower entrance (off HWY 202).

Due to limited parking - sign ups are REQUIRED. If you are not on our list you will not be permitted to volunteer.

How to to sign up - New to Galaxy or has it been a while since you volunteered with us? Learn how to register for galaxy, complete waivers and sign up for events HERE

Direct Link to Minor Waiver Direct Link to Adult Waiver

Who can volunteer: This project is perfect for individuals, or families (8+) and groups/organizations looking for service projects/hours and students looking to complete community service hours for school. 

Minor Volunteers: all volunteers 13 or younger must have an adult/parent/guardian/chaperone attend and directly supervise them. If part of a group we recommend at least 1 adult per 15 minors.

What we provide: Water, snacks, gloves and tools will be provided.

What to wear: Please dress appropriately for weather, (rain gear, dress in layers) and wear sturdy, closed-toed shoes, preferably those suitable for hiking (e.g. hiking boots/shoes  with good tread & ankle support) and clothes you don't mind getting dirty. 

What to bring: Rain jacket, Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, work gloves (not required, but you can bring your own).

Reduce Waste: All volunteers should also bring a full, refillable water bottle. We will have a water refill station on site (Compostable cups will be provided for those that don't have them or forget.)

Celebrate Earth Day weekend  by joining the city to work on a habitat restoration project started by the Master Stewards from the Washington Native Plant Society.  Come help establish native habitat by removing and mulching over invasive plant species at Evans Creek Preserve.  Give back to your community, learn about native plants and enhance wildlife habitat!

Water, snacks, gloves and tools will be provided. Please dress appropriately for weather, and wear closed-toed shoes.

Parking & Meeting Place

Parking: Parking is extremely limited. Please plan to meet at a nearby public parking lot and carpool to the site or arrange for drop off/pick up.

If the parking lot is full, you may park anywhere in the neighborhood, WHERE IT IS PERMITTED & SAFE TO DO SO. Please do not block mailboxes, fire hydrants, driveways or roads. Please note any "no parking signs" and do not park within 50 feet of the intersection of Hwy 202 and 224th Ave.

Volunteers should meet near trail marker 2 (see map). Please also note that Evan's Creek Preserve has an upper (off Sahalee Way) and Lower (off HWY 202) entrance. Please make sure you navigate to the Lower entrance (off HWY 202).

Due to limited parking - sign ups are REQUIRED. If you are not on our list you will not be permitted to volunteer.

How to to sign up - New to Galaxy or has it been a while since you volunteered with us? Learn how to register for galaxy, complete waivers and sign up for events HERE

Direct Link to Minor Waiver Direct Link to Adult Waiver

Who can volunteer: This project is perfect for individuals, or families (8+) and groups/organizations looking for service projects/hours and students looking to complete community service hours for school. 

Minor Volunteers: all volunteers 13 or younger must have an adult/parent/guardian/chaperone attend and directly supervise them. If part of a group we recommend at least 1 adult per 15 minors.

What we provide: Water, snacks, gloves and tools will be provided.

What to wear: Please dress appropriately for weather, (rain gear, dress in layers) and wear sturdy, closed-toed shoes, preferably those suitable for hiking (e.g. hiking boots/shoes  with good tread & ankle support) and clothes you don't mind getting dirty. 

What to bring: Rain jacket, Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, work gloves (not required, but you can bring your own).

Reduce Waste: All volunteers should also bring a full, refillable water bottle. We will have a water refill station on site (Compostable cups will be provided for those that don't have them or forget.)

Join the City on a special restoration project as part of the Evan's Creek Preserve Expansion Project. Volunteers will be helping prep a section of trail that is slated to be decommissioned by stabilizing steep areas and planting vegetation to discourage use of unsafe social trails that were created by people going off-trail.

Entrance Location Volunteers should report to the Stormwater Facility located at 2679 233rd Place NE Sammamish, WA (Located in the Summer Ridge housing community) - please double check address when navigating.

Check-in From the trailhead/stormwater facility trail entrance - follow city signage to the blue check-in tent

Parking Only street parking is available. Please carpool or plan to be dropped off. If you do park nearby, please do not block driveways, mailboxes, roads, etc. when parking.

If you have any trouble finding the site please call the site supervisor at the number provided below for directions.

If you arrive late and no one is at the tent, please call the number provided on the signs for directions on how to reach the site.

Who can volunteer: This project is perfect for individuals, or families (8+) and groups/organizations looking for service projects/hours and students looking to complete community service hours for school.

What we provide: Water, snacks, gloves and tools will be provided.

What to wear: Please dress appropriately for weather, and wear sturdy, closed-toed shoes suitable for hiking (e.g. hiking boots with good tread & ankle support) and clothes you don't mind getting dirty.

What to bring: If you have any dietary restrictions or food allergies, please bring your own snacks.

Reduce Waste: All volunteers should also bring a full, refillable water bottle.(Compostable cups will be provided for those that don't have them or forget.)

New to Galaxy or has it been a while since you volunteered with us? Learn how to register for galaxy, complete waivers and sign up for events HERE

Direct Link to Minor Waiver Direct Link to Adult Waiver

Join the City on a special restoration project as part of the Evan's Creek Preserve Expansion Project. Volunteers will be helping prep a section of trail that is slated to be decommissioned by stabilizing steep areas and planting vegetation to discourage use of unsafe social trails that were created by people going off-trail.

Entrance Location Volunteers should report to the Stormwater Facility located at 2679 233rd Place NE Sammamish, WA (Located in the Summer Ridge housing community) - please double check address when navigating.

Check-in From the trailhead/stormwater facility trail entrance - follow city signage to the blue check-in tent

Parking Only street parking is available. Please carpool or plan to be dropped off. If you do park nearby, please do not block driveways, mailboxes, roads, etc. when parking.

If you have any trouble finding the site please call the site supervisor at the number provided below for directions.

If you arrive late and no one is at the tent, please call the number provided on the signs for directions on how to reach the site.

Who can volunteer: This project is perfect for individuals, or families (8+) and groups/organizations looking for service projects/hours and students looking to complete community service hours for school.

What we provide: Water, snacks, gloves and tools will be provided.

What to wear: Please dress appropriately for weather, and wear sturdy, closed-toed shoes suitable for hiking (e.g. hiking boots with good tread & ankle support) and clothes you don't mind getting dirty.

What to bring: If you have any dietary restrictions or food allergies, please bring your own snacks.

Reduce Waste: All volunteers should also bring a full, refillable water bottle.(Compostable cups will be provided for those that don't have them or forget.)

New to Galaxy or has it been a while since you volunteered with us? Learn how to register for galaxy, complete waivers and sign up for events HERE

Direct Link to Minor Waiver Direct Link to Adult Waiver

The Sammamish Botanical Garden Society needs volunteers to help plant and weed the garden. Bring your gloves, a bucket, hand tools (don't worry, we've got some to share!), and plenty of water to keep hydrated. Parking is limited.  There are public restrooms next to the Heritage Garden. Parental consent is required for minors to volunteer, and waiver forms will be available at the garden. Have questions? Reach out to us at heritage@sammamishbotanical.org. Thank you for your help!

The Sammamish Botanical Garden Society needs volunteers to help plant and weed the garden. Bring your gloves, a bucket, hand tools (don't worry, we've got some to share!), and plenty of water to keep hydrated. Parking is limited.  There are public restrooms next to the Heritage Garden. Parental consent is required for minors to volunteer, and waiver forms will be available at the garden. Have questions? Reach out to us at heritage@sammamishbotanical.org. Thank you for your help!

The Sammamish Botanical Garden Society needs volunteers to help plant and weed the garden. Bring your gloves, a bucket, hand tools (don't worry, we've got some to share!), and plenty of water to keep hydrated. Parking is limited.  There are public restrooms next to the Heritage Garden. Parental consent is required for minors to volunteer, and waiver forms will be available at the garden. Have questions? Reach out to us at heritage@sammamishbotanical.org. Thank you for your help!

The Sammamish Botanical Garden Society needs volunteers to help plant and weed the garden. Bring your gloves, a bucket, hand tools (don't worry, we've got some to share!), and plenty of water to keep hydrated. Parking is limited.  There are public restrooms next to the Heritage Garden. Parental consent is required for minors to volunteer, and waiver forms will be available at the garden. Have questions? Reach out to us at heritage@sammamishbotanical.org. Thank you for your help!

The Sammamish Botanical Garden Society needs volunteers to help plant and weed the garden. Bring your gloves, a bucket, hand tools (don't worry, we've got some to share!), and plenty of water to keep hydrated. Parking is limited.  There are public restrooms next to the Heritage Garden. Parental consent is required for minors to volunteer, and waiver forms will be available at the garden. Have questions? Reach out to us at heritage@sammamishbotanical.org. Thank you for your help!

Volunteers will work on a habitat restoration project started as part of the Bee City Initiative. Come help establish a wild pollinator meadow at Evans Creek Preserve by prepping the next area for planting. Give back to your community, learn about native plants and enhance wildlife habitat! This event will be focused on removing and covering reed canary grass dominated areas to prepare them for planting.

Due to limited parking - sign ups are REQUIRED. If you are not on our list you will not be permitted to volunteer.

How to to sign up - New to Galaxy or has it been a while since you volunteered with us? Learn how to register for galaxy, complete waivers and sign up for events HERE

Direct Link to Minor Waiver Direct Link to Adult Waiver

Who can volunteer: This project is perfect for individuals, or families (8+) and groups/organizations looking for service projects/hours and students looking to complete community service hours for school. 

Minor Volunteers: all volunteers 13 or younger must have an adult/parent/guardian/chaperone attend and directly supervise them. If part of a group we recommend at least 1 adult per 15 minors.

What we provide: Water, snacks, gloves and tools will be provided.

What to wear: Please dress appropriately for weather, (rain gear, dress in layers) and wear sturdy, closed-toed shoes, preferably those suitable for hiking (e.g. hiking boots/shoes  with good tread & ankle support) and clothes you don't mind getting dirty. 

What to bring: Rain jacket, Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, work gloves (not required, but you can bring your own).

Reduce Waste: All volunteers should also bring a full, refillable water bottle. We will have a water refill station on site (Compostable cups will be provided for those that don't have them or forget.)

Meeting Place & Parking

Volunteers should meet near restrooms, between markers 1 & 15 (see map). Please also note that Evan's Creek Preserve has an upper (off Sahalee Way) and Lower (off HWY 202) entrance. Please make sure you navigate to the Lower entrance (off HWY 202).

Parking: Parking is extremely limited. Please plan to meet at a nearby public parking lot and carpool to the site or arrange for drop off/pick up.

If the parking lot is full, you may park anywhere in the neighborhood, WHERE IT IS PERMITTED & SAFE TO DO SO. Please do not block mailboxes, fire hydrants, driveways or roads. Please note any "no parking signs" and do not park within 50 feet of the intersection of Hwy 202 and 224th Ave.

Considering investing your time in the appreciative youth at Echo Glen? Staff give orientations to potential volunteers the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 5:30 PM.  You will learn about the parameters of working with the kids and be able to ask all your questions during this approximately 1.5 hour meeting. You may fill out a volunteer application at the end of the session if you like or email anytime for the application.

Many many more good adult  role models are needed for all the various activities that we hope to provide for the youth so thank you for considering joining us!

Must be over 21 years old.

RSVP for an upcoming orientation HERE.  Questions? Email Us

COOKING - This has always been one of the residents favorite activities! Most residents have never learned basic cooking skills. More details HERE.

Gardening - Springtime planting: help the residents learn how to grow some of the foods & herbs that they cook with. More HERE.

Make a difference in the life of a child: become a LINKS Elementary Lunch Buddy. A mentor is someone who serves as a friend, coach, role model or guide. In the LINKS Lunch Buddy Program, we bring students together with caring adults. Mentors come during school hours once a week and spend the lunch hour in a pre-assigned area to eat, play games, make crafts, talk and do other agreed-upon activities. Mentors provide social-emotional support to students who need a little extra one-on-one attention. Studies have shown that children with mentors are more likely to succeed.

Can you invest a couple hours in the youth just twice a month?  We need 20+ new volunteers to come on Saturdays or Sundays at a time that works best for you. The residents thrive on being listened to and interpret your time as demonstrating that you care about them and expect that they have a positive future ahead of them. This is a much needed boost to their low self-esteem.

In addition to boosting their self-esteem, playing board games:

Must be over 21 years old and pass a background check

Transporting local seniors to healthcare and other appointments. Requests are posted with location and duration so volunteer can choose rides that work with their schedule. Clients all live in Sammamish or Issaquah. Majority of destinations are in Sammamish, Issaquah and Bellevue.  Drivers must be 21+ and will use their own vehicle.

Please come and help us to feed our community.  There are varied roles and shift times. 

Please check our website www.issaquahfoodbank.org/volunteer

All volunteers must be fully vaccinated - please bring proof of vaccination on your first shift.

Minimum age to volunteer is 16.  Please note all 16-17 year olds must be accompanied by a parent who is also signed up to volunteer.

Have questions?  Please email me Lisa Haynes lisa@issaquahfoodbank.org

Thank you,

Lisa

Are you a high school student interested in helping out the community, and getting volunteer hours while you're at it? Come volunteer at Kids Coming Together! We host virtual and in-person (limited capacity, social distancing, and masks) events for children to help them make friends and have fun. If you are a high school student who works well with kids, we would love your help! Go to https://kidscomingtogether.org/ to sign up, and find out more!

Imagine Housing is looking for passionate, diverse and engaged individuals to join our Young Professionals Board. Imagine Housing’s mission is to develop affordable housing, build welcoming communities, and foster vibrant futures.

The Imagine Housing Young Professionals Board (YPB) is comprised of like-minded individuals in their 20s and 30s that are passionate about advocacy and promoting economic equality through affordable housing in the Eastside community. The YPB supports Imagine Housing’s mission through advocacy activities, volunteer projects and fundraising.

For more information, check out YPB's webpage: https://imaginehousing.org/about/young-professionals-board/

Many residents depend on resources from community partners to stay healthy and provide for their families. Volunteers work with our community partners and on-site staff to ensure residents are able to receive the resources they need! Our current volunteer needs are: