Volunteer: September 13th Restore Habitat at Evans Creek PreserveJoin 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 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. Volunteers should plan to meet at marker #2 on the map Sammamish.us Evans Creek Wayfinding 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. Parking: Please note, 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. EVENT CANCELLATION POLICY: Please note, that volunteer events occurring on the weekends will now require a minimum of 10-15 total sign ups and those occurring on weekdays require a minimum of 7-10. We ask that you only register for events you plan on attending. If you are unable to attend an event you are registered for please deregister from the event or email the event lead to let them know. This helps us get an accurate account of attendance. Please check your emails or your volunteer dashboard for any updates (we will send out an email blast if an event is cancelled.) Registering for Galaxy and Signing up for an OpportunityMust register online. No walk ups.ALL volunteers are required to have a valid waiver on file. If you do not have one, you will be unable to volunteer. HOW TO SIGN UP If you have already volunteered with the city: Login into your account Respond to the opportunity Click "Respond" if you are an individual either volunteering alone, or volunteering with a team, but registering yourself. Click "Respond as team" if you are the team leader and are registering a team OR are a parent attending with an unregistered minor. You can add team members by email (team member MUST have an account created) or by reserving slots (up to 8). Please note, any person in a reserved slot will need to bring a printed signed waiver. See below for link.If this is your first time volunteering for the city, You must first create an account and then sign or have an agreement signed online (once done this will be valid for 3 years). Adults 18+: Create an accountFill out a waiver. After completing the waiver you can then respond to the opportunityClick "Respond" if you are an individual either volunteering alone, or volunteering with a team, but registering yourself. Click "Respond as team" if you are the team leader and are register a team OR are a parent attending with an unregistered minor. You can add team members by email (team member MUST have an account created) or by reserving slots (up to 8). Please note, any person in a reserved slot will need to bring a printed signed waiver. See below for link.Youth between 15 - 17 years old Create an accountHave a parent fill out a waiver -this will be emailed to them, so make sure the email is correct and have them check their spam.After completing the waiver you can then respond to the opportunityClick "Respond" if you are an individual either volunteering alone, or volunteering with a team, but registering yourself. Click "Respond as team" if you are the team leader and are register a team OR are a parent attending with an unregistered minor. You can add team members by email (team member MUST have an account created) or by reserving slots (up to 8). Please note, any person in a reserved slot will need to bring a printed signed waiver. See below for link.Minors under the age of 14 years Must be accompanied by an adult. Parent or Guardian must first create an account for themselves (see instructions for 18+ above)You will then need to respond as a team and add the amount of spots you are reserving for your team/family. The parent or guardian is required to fill out wavier online for themselves and a printed and completed minors wavier form must be brought to work site for each minor 14 and under on the day of event.Digital volunteer forms are located at: https://sammamish.us/community-involvement/volunteer/ Organization: City of Sammamish Join 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 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. Volunteers should plan to meet at marker #2 on the map Sammamish.us Evans Creek Wayfinding 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. Parking: Please note, 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. EVENT CANCELLATION POLICY: Please note, that volunteer events occurring on the weekends will now require a minimum of 10-15 total sign ups and those occurring on weekdays require a minimum of 7-10. We ask that you only register for events you plan on attending. If you are unable to attend an event you are registered for please deregister from the event or email the event lead to let them know. This helps us get an accurate account of attendance. Please check your emails or your volunteer dashboard for any updates (we will send out an email blast if an event is cancelled.) Registering for Galaxy and Signing up for an OpportunityMust register online. No walk ups.ALL volunteers are required to have a valid waiver on file. If you do not have one, you will be unable to volunteer. HOW TO SIGN UP If you have already volunteered with the city: Login into your account Respond to the opportunity Click "Respond" if you are an individual either volunteering alone, or volunteering with a team, but registering yourself. Click "Respond as team" if you are the team leader and are registering a team OR are a parent attending with an unregistered minor. You can add team members by email (team member MUST have an account created) or by reserving slots (up to 8). Please note, any person in a reserved slot will need to bring a printed signed waiver. See below for link.If this is your first time volunteering for the city, You must first create an account and then sign or have an agreement signed online (once done this will be valid for 3 years). Adults 18+: Create an accountFill out a waiver. After completing the waiver you can then respond to the opportunityClick "Respond" if you are an individual either volunteering alone, or volunteering with a team, but registering yourself. Click "Respond as team" if you are the team leader and are register a team OR are a parent attending with an unregistered minor. You can add team members by email (team member MUST have an account created) or by reserving slots (up to 8). Please note, any person in a reserved slot will need to bring a printed signed waiver. See below for link.Youth between 15 - 17 years old Create an accountHave a parent fill out a waiver -this will be emailed to them, so make sure the email is correct and have them check their spam.After completing the waiver you can then respond to the opportunityClick "Respond" if you are an individual either volunteering alone, or volunteering with a team, but registering yourself. Click "Respond as team" if you are the team leader and are register a team OR are a parent attending with an unregistered minor. You can add team members by email (team member MUST have an account created) or by reserving slots (up to 8). Please note, any person in a reserved slot will need to bring a printed signed waiver. See below for link.Minors under the age of 14 years Must be accompanied by an adult. Parent or Guardian must first create an account for themselves (see instructions for 18+ above)You will then need to respond as a team and add the amount of spots you are reserving for your team/family. The parent or guardian is required to fill out wavier online for themselves and a printed and completed minors wavier form must be brought to work site for each minor 14 and under on the day of event.Digital volunteer forms are located at: https://sammamish.us/community-involvement/volunteer/ Organization: City of Sammamish Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Sep 13, 2025 Zip Code: 98053 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Oct 1 Tool Inventory at Lower Commons ParkWe are seeking a few volunteers to help us with inventorying our volunteer tools in preparation for our fall planting season. Volunteers should be comfortable handling tools in a safe manner and be able to take direction. Water, snacks, and gloves. Please dress appropriately for work and inclement weather, bring a refillable water bottle and wear closed-toed shoes. Volunteers should meet at the Community Garden (follow volunteer event signage). ALL volunteers are required to have a valid waiver on file. If you do not have one, you will be unable to volunteer. If this is your first time volunteering for the city, You must first create an account and then sign or have an agreement signed online (once done this will be valid for 3 years). Adults 18+: Create an accountFill out a waiver. After completing the waiver you can then respond to the opportunityClick "Respond" if you are an individual either volunteering alone, or volunteering with a team, but registering yourself. Click "Respond as team" if you are the team leader and are register a team OR are a parent attending with an unregistered minor. You can add team members by email (team member MUST have an account created) or by reserving slots (up to 8). Please note, any person in a reserved slot will need to bring a printed signed waiver. See below for link.Youth between 15 - 17 years old Create an accountHave a parent fill out a waiver -this will be emailed to them, so make sure the email is correct and have them check their spam.After completing the waiver you can then respond to the opportunityClick "Respond" if you are an individual either volunteering alone, or volunteering with a team, but registering yourself. Click "Respond as team" if you are the team leader and are register a team OR are a parent attending with an unregistered minor. You can add team members by email (team member MUST have an account created) or by reserving slots (up to 8). Please note, any person in a reserved slot will need to bring a printed signed waiver. See below for link.Minors under the age of 14 years Must be accompanied by an adult. Parent or Guardian must first create an account for themselves (see instructions for 18+ above)You will then need to respond as a team and add the amount of spots you are reserving for your team/family. The parent or guardian is required to fill out wavier online for themselves and a printed and completed minors wavier form must be brought to work site for each minor 14 and under on the day of event.Downloadable volunteer forms are located at: https://sammamish.us/community-involvement/volunteer/ Organization: City of Sammamish We are seeking a few volunteers to help us with inventorying our volunteer tools in preparation for our fall planting season. Volunteers should be comfortable handling tools in a safe manner and be able to take direction. Water, snacks, and gloves. Please dress appropriately for work and inclement weather, bring a refillable water bottle and wear closed-toed shoes. Volunteers should meet at the Community Garden (follow volunteer event signage). ALL volunteers are required to have a valid waiver on file. If you do not have one, you will be unable to volunteer. If this is your first time volunteering for the city, You must first create an account and then sign or have an agreement signed online (once done this will be valid for 3 years). Adults 18+: Create an accountFill out a waiver. After completing the waiver you can then respond to the opportunityClick "Respond" if you are an individual either volunteering alone, or volunteering with a team, but registering yourself. Click "Respond as team" if you are the team leader and are register a team OR are a parent attending with an unregistered minor. You can add team members by email (team member MUST have an account created) or by reserving slots (up to 8). Please note, any person in a reserved slot will need to bring a printed signed waiver. See below for link.Youth between 15 - 17 years old Create an accountHave a parent fill out a waiver -this will be emailed to them, so make sure the email is correct and have them check their spam.After completing the waiver you can then respond to the opportunityClick "Respond" if you are an individual either volunteering alone, or volunteering with a team, but registering yourself. Click "Respond as team" if you are the team leader and are register a team OR are a parent attending with an unregistered minor. You can add team members by email (team member MUST have an account created) or by reserving slots (up to 8). Please note, any person in a reserved slot will need to bring a printed signed waiver. See below for link.Minors under the age of 14 years Must be accompanied by an adult. Parent or Guardian must first create an account for themselves (see instructions for 18+ above)You will then need to respond as a team and add the amount of spots you are reserving for your team/family. The parent or guardian is required to fill out wavier online for themselves and a printed and completed minors wavier form must be brought to work site for each minor 14 and under on the day of event.Downloadable volunteer forms are located at: https://sammamish.us/community-involvement/volunteer/ Organization: City of Sammamish Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Oct 1, 2025 Zip Code: 98074 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Oct 11 Evan's Creek Trail Decommissioning Planting ProjectJoin the City on a special restoration 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 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. Water, snacks, gloves and tools will be provided. 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. 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. If this is your first time volunteering for the city, You must first create an account and then sign or have an agreement signed online (once done this will be valid for 3 years). Adults 18+: Create an accountFill out a waiver. After completing the waiver you can then respond to the opportunityClick "Respond" if you are an individual either volunteering alone, or volunteering with a team, but registering yourself. Click "Respond as team" if you are the team leader and are register a team OR are a parent attending with an unregistered minor. You can add team members by email (team member MUST have an account created) or by reserving slots (up to 8). Please note, any person in a reserved slot will need to bring a printed signed waiver. See below for link.Youth between 15 - 17 years old Create an accountHave a parent fill out a waiver -this will be emailed to them, so make sure the email is correct and have them check their spam.After completing the waiver you can then respond to the opportunityClick "Respond" if you are an individual either volunteering alone, or volunteering with a team, but registering yourself. Click "Respond as team" if you are the team leader and are register a team OR are a parent attending with an unregistered minor. You can add team members by email (team member MUST have an account created) or by reserving slots (up to 8). Please note, any person in a reserved slot will need to bring a printed signed waiver. See below for link.Minors under the age of 14 years Must be accompanied by an adult. Parent or Guardian must first create an account for themselves (see instructions for 18+ above)You will then need to respond as a team and add the amount of spots you are reserving for your team/family. The parent or guardian is required to fill out wavier online for themselves and a printed and completed minors wavier form must be brought to work site for each minor 14 and under on the day of event.Digital volunteer forms are located at: https://sammamish.us/community-involvement/volunteer/ Organization: City of Sammamish Join the City on a special restoration 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 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. Water, snacks, gloves and tools will be provided. 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. 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. If this is your first time volunteering for the city, You must first create an account and then sign or have an agreement signed online (once done this will be valid for 3 years). Adults 18+: Create an accountFill out a waiver. After completing the waiver you can then respond to the opportunityClick "Respond" if you are an individual either volunteering alone, or volunteering with a team, but registering yourself. Click "Respond as team" if you are the team leader and are register a team OR are a parent attending with an unregistered minor. You can add team members by email (team member MUST have an account created) or by reserving slots (up to 8). Please note, any person in a reserved slot will need to bring a printed signed waiver. See below for link.Youth between 15 - 17 years old Create an accountHave a parent fill out a waiver -this will be emailed to them, so make sure the email is correct and have them check their spam.After completing the waiver you can then respond to the opportunityClick "Respond" if you are an individual either volunteering alone, or volunteering with a team, but registering yourself. Click "Respond as team" if you are the team leader and are register a team OR are a parent attending with an unregistered minor. You can add team members by email (team member MUST have an account created) or by reserving slots (up to 8). Please note, any person in a reserved slot will need to bring a printed signed waiver. See below for link.Minors under the age of 14 years Must be accompanied by an adult. Parent or Guardian must first create an account for themselves (see instructions for 18+ above)You will then need to respond as a team and add the amount of spots you are reserving for your team/family. The parent or guardian is required to fill out wavier online for themselves and a printed and completed minors wavier form must be brought to work site for each minor 14 and under on the day of event.Digital volunteer forms are located at: https://sammamish.us/community-involvement/volunteer/ Organization: City of Sammamish Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Oct 11, 2025 Zip Code: 98074 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Sept 24 Restoration at Sammamish LandingJoin the City to help plant native plants along the shoreline at Sammamish Landing. Give back to your community, learn about native plants and enhance wildlife habitat! NEW POLICY: Please note, that volunteer events occurring on the weekends may now require a minimum of 10-15 total sign ups and those occurring on weekdays require a minimum of 7-10. We ask that you only register for events you plan on attending. If you are unable to attend an event you registered for please deregister from the event or email the event lead to let them know. This helps us get an accurate account of attendance and determine resources . Please check your emails or your volunteer dashboard for any updates (we will send out an email blast if an event is cancelled.) Registering for Galaxy and Signing up for an OpportunityMust register online. No walk ups.ALL volunteers are required to have a valid waiver on file. If you do not have one, you will be unable to volunteer. HOW TO SIGN UP If you have already volunteered with the city: Login into your account Respond to the opportunity Click "Respond" if you are an individual either volunteering alone, or volunteering with a team, but registering yourself. Click "Respond as team" if you are the team leader and are registering a team OR are a parent attending with an unregistered minor. You can add team members by email (team member MUST have an account created) or by reserving slots (up to 8). Please note, any person in a reserved slot will need to bring a printed signed waiver. See below for link.If this is your first time volunteering for the city, You must first create an account and then sign or have an agreement signed online (once done this will be valid for 3 years). Adults 18+: create an accountFill out a waiver. After completing the waiver you can then respond to the opportunityClick "Respond" if you are an individual either volunteering alone, or volunteering with a team, but registering yourself. Click "Respond as team" if you are the team leader and are register a team OR are a parent attending with an unregistered minor. You can add team members by email (team member MUST have an account created) or by reserving slots (up to 8). Please note, any person in a reserved slot will need to bring a printed signed waiver. See below for link.Youth between 15 - 17 years old create an accountHave a parent fill out a waiver -this will be emailed to them, so make sure the email is correct and have them check their spam.After completing the waiver you can then respond to the opportunityClick "Respond" if you are an individual either volunteering alone, or volunteering with a team, but registering yourself. Click "Respond as team" if you are the team leader and are register a team OR are a parent attending with an unregistered minor. You can add team members by email (team member MUST have an account created) or by reserving slots (up to 8). Please note, any person in a reserved slot will need to bring a printed signed waiver. See below for link.Minors under the age of 14 years must be accompanied by an adult. Parent or Guardian must first create an account for themselves (see instructions for 18+ above)You will then need to respond as a team and add the amount of spots you are reserving for your team/family. The parent or guardian is required to fill out wavier online for themselves and a printed and completed minors wavier form must be brought to work site for each minor 14 and under on the day of event.Digital volunteer forms are located at https://sammamish.us/community-involvement/volunteer/ Organization: City of Sammamish Join the City to help plant native plants along the shoreline at Sammamish Landing. Give back to your community, learn about native plants and enhance wildlife habitat! NEW POLICY: Please note, that volunteer events occurring on the weekends may now require a minimum of 10-15 total sign ups and those occurring on weekdays require a minimum of 7-10. We ask that you only register for events you plan on attending. If you are unable to attend an event you registered for please deregister from the event or email the event lead to let them know. This helps us get an accurate account of attendance and determine resources . Please check your emails or your volunteer dashboard for any updates (we will send out an email blast if an event is cancelled.) Registering for Galaxy and Signing up for an OpportunityMust register online. No walk ups.ALL volunteers are required to have a valid waiver on file. If you do not have one, you will be unable to volunteer. HOW TO SIGN UP If you have already volunteered with the city: Login into your account Respond to the opportunity Click "Respond" if you are an individual either volunteering alone, or volunteering with a team, but registering yourself. Click "Respond as team" if you are the team leader and are registering a team OR are a parent attending with an unregistered minor. You can add team members by email (team member MUST have an account created) or by reserving slots (up to 8). Please note, any person in a reserved slot will need to bring a printed signed waiver. See below for link.If this is your first time volunteering for the city, You must first create an account and then sign or have an agreement signed online (once done this will be valid for 3 years). Adults 18+: create an accountFill out a waiver. After completing the waiver you can then respond to the opportunityClick "Respond" if you are an individual either volunteering alone, or volunteering with a team, but registering yourself. Click "Respond as team" if you are the team leader and are register a team OR are a parent attending with an unregistered minor. You can add team members by email (team member MUST have an account created) or by reserving slots (up to 8). Please note, any person in a reserved slot will need to bring a printed signed waiver. See below for link.Youth between 15 - 17 years old create an accountHave a parent fill out a waiver -this will be emailed to them, so make sure the email is correct and have them check their spam.After completing the waiver you can then respond to the opportunityClick "Respond" if you are an individual either volunteering alone, or volunteering with a team, but registering yourself. Click "Respond as team" if you are the team leader and are register a team OR are a parent attending with an unregistered minor. You can add team members by email (team member MUST have an account created) or by reserving slots (up to 8). Please note, any person in a reserved slot will need to bring a printed signed waiver. See below for link.Minors under the age of 14 years must be accompanied by an adult. Parent or Guardian must first create an account for themselves (see instructions for 18+ above)You will then need to respond as a team and add the amount of spots you are reserving for your team/family. The parent or guardian is required to fill out wavier online for themselves and a printed and completed minors wavier form must be brought to work site for each minor 14 and under on the day of event.Digital volunteer forms are located at https://sammamish.us/community-involvement/volunteer/ Organization: City of Sammamish Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Sep 24, 2025 Zip Code: 98074 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: October 4th Big Rock Park South PlantingHelp restore habitat at Big Rock Park South by maintaining and adding native plantings. Volunteers will be weeding around native plantings and planting new plants. Parking Details: Volunteers can park or be dropped off at the Big Rock Central. If parking lot is flow, there is some street parking available near the park. Please be sure to not block the road, any driveways or mailboxes when parking. (see map below for approximate parking areas and walking directions. Meeting Place: Volunteers should plan to meet near the barn by the pollinator panel fence. (see map) ALL volunteers are required to have a valid waiver on file. If you do not have one, you will be unable to volunteer. NEW POLICY: Please note, that volunteer events occurring on the weekends will now require a minimum of 10-15 total sign ups and those occurring on weekdays require a minimum of 7-10. We ask that you only register for events you plan on attending. If you are unable to attend an event you are registered for please deregister from the event or email the event lead to let them know. This helps us get an accurate account of attendance. Please check your emails or your volunteer dashboard for any updates (we will send out an email blast if an event is cancelled.) If this is your first time volunteering for the city, You must first create an account and then sign or have an agreement signed online (once done this will be valid for 3 years). Adults 18+: Create an accountFill out a waiver. After completing the waiver you can then respond to the opportunityClick "Respond" if you are an individual either volunteering alone, or volunteering with a team, but registering yourself. Click "Respond as team" if you are the team leader and are register a team OR are a parent attending with an unregistered minor. You can add team members by email (team member MUST have an account created) or by reserving slots (up to 8). Please note, any person in a reserved slot will need to bring a printed signed waiver. See below for link.Youth between 15 - 17 years old Create an accountHave a parent fill out a waiver -this will be emailed to them, so make sure the email is correct and have them check their spam.After completing the waiver you can then respond to the opportunityClick "Respond" if you are an individual either volunteering alone, or volunteering with a team, but registering yourself. Click "Respond as team" if you are the team leader and are register a team OR are a parent attending with an unregistered minor. You can add team members by email (team member MUST have an account created) or by reserving slots (up to 8). Please note, any person in a reserved slot will need to bring a printed signed waiver. See below for link.Minors under the age of 14 years Must be accompanied by an adult. Parent or Guardian must first create an account for themselves (see instructions for 18+ above)You will then need to respond as a team and add the amount of spots you are reserving for your team/family. The parent or guardian is required to fill out wavier online for themselves and a printed and completed minors wavier form must be brought to work site for each minor 14 and under on the day of event.Downloadable volunteer forms are located at: https://sammamish.us/community-involvement/volunteer/ Organization: City of Sammamish Help restore habitat at Big Rock Park South by maintaining and adding native plantings. Volunteers will be weeding around native plantings and planting new plants. Parking Details: Volunteers can park or be dropped off at the Big Rock Central. If parking lot is flow, there is some street parking available near the park. Please be sure to not block the road, any driveways or mailboxes when parking. (see map below for approximate parking areas and walking directions. Meeting Place: Volunteers should plan to meet near the barn by the pollinator panel fence. (see map) ALL volunteers are required to have a valid waiver on file. If you do not have one, you will be unable to volunteer. NEW POLICY: Please note, that volunteer events occurring on the weekends will now require a minimum of 10-15 total sign ups and those occurring on weekdays require a minimum of 7-10. We ask that you only register for events you plan on attending. If you are unable to attend an event you are registered for please deregister from the event or email the event lead to let them know. This helps us get an accurate account of attendance. Please check your emails or your volunteer dashboard for any updates (we will send out an email blast if an event is cancelled.) If this is your first time volunteering for the city, You must first create an account and then sign or have an agreement signed online (once done this will be valid for 3 years). Adults 18+: Create an accountFill out a waiver. After completing the waiver you can then respond to the opportunityClick "Respond" if you are an individual either volunteering alone, or volunteering with a team, but registering yourself. Click "Respond as team" if you are the team leader and are register a team OR are a parent attending with an unregistered minor. You can add team members by email (team member MUST have an account created) or by reserving slots (up to 8). Please note, any person in a reserved slot will need to bring a printed signed waiver. See below for link.Youth between 15 - 17 years old Create an accountHave a parent fill out a waiver -this will be emailed to them, so make sure the email is correct and have them check their spam.After completing the waiver you can then respond to the opportunityClick "Respond" if you are an individual either volunteering alone, or volunteering with a team, but registering yourself. Click "Respond as team" if you are the team leader and are register a team OR are a parent attending with an unregistered minor. You can add team members by email (team member MUST have an account created) or by reserving slots (up to 8). Please note, any person in a reserved slot will need to bring a printed signed waiver. See below for link.Minors under the age of 14 years Must be accompanied by an adult. Parent or Guardian must first create an account for themselves (see instructions for 18+ above)You will then need to respond as a team and add the amount of spots you are reserving for your team/family. The parent or guardian is required to fill out wavier online for themselves and a printed and completed minors wavier form must be brought to work site for each minor 14 and under on the day of event.Downloadable volunteer forms are located at: https://sammamish.us/community-involvement/volunteer/ Organization: City of Sammamish Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Oct 4, 2025 Zip Code: 98074 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Sept 18 Evan's Meadow PrepVolunteers will work on a new 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 of the new wildflower meadow. Give back to your community, learn about native plants and enhance wildlife habitat! This event will be focused on controlling reed canary grass with cardboard and mulch.
Parking: if the parking lot is full, you may park anywhere in the neighborhood, where it is 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 restrooms, between markers 1 & 15 (see map). NEW POLICY: Please note, that volunteer events occurring on the weekends will now require a minimum of 15-20 total sign ups and those occurring on weekdays require a minimum of 7-10. We ask that you only register for events you plan on attending. If you are unable to attend, please deregister from the event or email the event lead to let them know. This helps us get an accurate account of attendance. Please check your emails or your volunteer dashboard for any updates (we will send out an email blast if an event is cancelled.) If this is your first time volunteering for the city, You must first create an account and then sign or have an agreement signed online (once done this will be valid for 3 years). Adults 18+: Create an accountFill out a waiver. After completing the waiver you can then respond to the opportunityClick "Respond" if you are an individual either volunteering alone, or volunteering with a team, but registering yourself. Click "Respond as team" if you are the team leader and are register a team OR are a parent attending with an unregistered minor. You can add team members by email (team member MUST have an account created) or by reserving slots (up to 8). Please note, any person in a reserved slot will need to bring a printed signed waiver. See below for link.Youth between 15 - 17 years old Create an accountHave a parent fill out a waiver -this will be emailed to them, so make sure the email is correct and have them check their spam.After completing the waiver you can then respond to the opportunityClick "Respond" if you are an individual either volunteering alone, or volunteering with a team, but registering yourself. Click "Respond as team" if you are the team leader and are register a team OR are a parent attending with an unregistered minor. You can add team members by email (team member MUST have an account created) or by reserving slots (up to 8). Please note, any person in a reserved slot will need to bring a printed signed waiver. See below for link.Minors under the age of 14 years Must be accompanied by an adult. Parent or Guardian must first create an account for themselves (see instructions for 18+ above)You will then need to respond as a team and add the amount of spots you are reserving for your team/family. The parent or guardian is required to fill out wavier online for themselves and a printed and completed minors wavier form must be brought to work site for each minor 14 and under on the day of event.Digital volunteer forms are located at: https://sammamish.us/community-involvement/volunteer/ Organization: City of Sammamish Volunteers will work on a new 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 of the new wildflower meadow. Give back to your community, learn about native plants and enhance wildlife habitat! This event will be focused on controlling reed canary grass with cardboard and mulch.
Parking: if the parking lot is full, you may park anywhere in the neighborhood, where it is 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 restrooms, between markers 1 & 15 (see map). NEW POLICY: Please note, that volunteer events occurring on the weekends will now require a minimum of 15-20 total sign ups and those occurring on weekdays require a minimum of 7-10. We ask that you only register for events you plan on attending. If you are unable to attend, please deregister from the event or email the event lead to let them know. This helps us get an accurate account of attendance. Please check your emails or your volunteer dashboard for any updates (we will send out an email blast if an event is cancelled.) If this is your first time volunteering for the city, You must first create an account and then sign or have an agreement signed online (once done this will be valid for 3 years). Adults 18+: Create an accountFill out a waiver. After completing the waiver you can then respond to the opportunityClick "Respond" if you are an individual either volunteering alone, or volunteering with a team, but registering yourself. Click "Respond as team" if you are the team leader and are register a team OR are a parent attending with an unregistered minor. You can add team members by email (team member MUST have an account created) or by reserving slots (up to 8). Please note, any person in a reserved slot will need to bring a printed signed waiver. See below for link.Youth between 15 - 17 years old Create an accountHave a parent fill out a waiver -this will be emailed to them, so make sure the email is correct and have them check their spam.After completing the waiver you can then respond to the opportunityClick "Respond" if you are an individual either volunteering alone, or volunteering with a team, but registering yourself. Click "Respond as team" if you are the team leader and are register a team OR are a parent attending with an unregistered minor. You can add team members by email (team member MUST have an account created) or by reserving slots (up to 8). Please note, any person in a reserved slot will need to bring a printed signed waiver. See below for link.Minors under the age of 14 years Must be accompanied by an adult. Parent or Guardian must first create an account for themselves (see instructions for 18+ above)You will then need to respond as a team and add the amount of spots you are reserving for your team/family. The parent or guardian is required to fill out wavier online for themselves and a printed and completed minors wavier form must be brought to work site for each minor 14 and under on the day of event.Digital volunteer forms are located at: https://sammamish.us/community-involvement/volunteer/ Organization: City of Sammamish Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Sep 18, 2025 Zip Code: 98053 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Washington Trails Association Trail Building at Evans Creek PreserveIn partnership with the City of Sammamish, the Washington Trails Association (WTA) is working on building a new set of trails on a newly acquired parcel connected to Evan's Creek Preserve. Work will involve digging and moving trail materials and may involve hiking a total of 2- 4 miles in/out of the site. They will be hosting events 4x/week from September - October. Work parties will be limited to 15 volunteers each and fill up fast, register today. Volunteers will be shuttled to and from the site. Please see the WTA website for more information and to sign up for a work party: https://www.wta.org/volunteer/schedule/ Organization: City of Sammamish In partnership with the City of Sammamish, the Washington Trails Association (WTA) is working on building a new set of trails on a newly acquired parcel connected to Evan's Creek Preserve. Work will involve digging and moving trail materials and may involve hiking a total of 2- 4 miles in/out of the site. They will be hosting events 4x/week from September - October. Work parties will be limited to 15 volunteers each and fill up fast, register today. Volunteers will be shuttled to and from the site. Please see the WTA website for more information and to sign up for a work party: https://www.wta.org/volunteer/schedule/ Organization: City of Sammamish Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Runs Until Oct 30, 2025 Zip Code: 98053 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: FISHop Gift Shop VolunteerStaff the FISHop Gift Shop at the Issaquah Salmon Hatchery. Process sales transactions and answer questions about salmon conservation, hatchery operations, and watershed stewardship. Commitment: 8+ hours Complete volunteer registration (0.5 hours) Attend volunteer orientation (1 hour) Attend FISHop Gift Shop Training or shadow a shift (1 - 2 hours) Staff FISHop Gift Shop (2+ hours)Organization: Friends of the Issaquah Salmon Hatchery (FISH) Staff the FISHop Gift Shop at the Issaquah Salmon Hatchery. Process sales transactions and answer questions about salmon conservation, hatchery operations, and watershed stewardship. Commitment: 8+ hours Complete volunteer registration (0.5 hours) Attend volunteer orientation (1 hour) Attend FISHop Gift Shop Training or shadow a shift (1 - 2 hours) Staff FISHop Gift Shop (2+ hours)Organization: Friends of the Issaquah Salmon Hatchery (FISH) Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 98027 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Volunteer Orientation -3rd Wed of each monthConsidering 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 Organization: Friends of Echo Glen 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 Organization: Friends of Echo Glen Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Aug 20, 2025 through Oct 15, 2025 Zip Code: 98065 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Adopt-A-RoadThe City currently has several roads available for adoption. Adopters are required to host 2 cleanups per year to qualify for a nameplate with their organization or group name. 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 community clubslocal businessesschool clubslocal schoolsfamiliesIf 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. Organization: City of Sammamish The City currently has several roads available for adoption. Adopters are required to host 2 cleanups per year to qualify for a nameplate with their organization or group name. 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 community clubslocal businessesschool clubslocal schoolsfamiliesIf 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. Organization: City of Sammamish Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 98075 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Hatchery Tour GuideLead educational tours of the Issaquah Salmon Hatchery to teach students and public groups about salmon conservation, hatchery fish operations, and watershed stewardship. Organization: Friends of the Issaquah Salmon Hatchery (FISH) Lead educational tours of the Issaquah Salmon Hatchery to teach students and public groups about salmon conservation, hatchery fish operations, and watershed stewardship. Organization: Friends of the Issaquah Salmon Hatchery (FISH) Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 98027 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Elementary Lunch Buddy MentorMake 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. Organization: LINKS Lunch Buddy Program 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. Organization: LINKS Lunch Buddy Program Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 98074 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Play Board Games with YouthCan 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: Teach Social Skills - teens learn skills like cooperation, taking turns, and being a good sport. They can also help teens learn to follow instructions and agree to play by the rules.Cognitive development Board games can help teens develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and logical reasoning skills. They can also improve memory retention, concentration, and creativity.Increase Confidence - Winning gives a sense of accomplishment and boosts their self-esteem. Stress Reduction - can help teens reduce stress by releasing feel-good endorphins, lowering blood pressure, and promoting empathy, compassion, and trust.Language skills - games with reading components or word-based challenges can help teens expand their vocabulary, reading comprehension, and language skills. Must be over 21 years old and pass a background check Organization: Friends of Echo Glen 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: Teach Social Skills - teens learn skills like cooperation, taking turns, and being a good sport. They can also help teens learn to follow instructions and agree to play by the rules.Cognitive development Board games can help teens develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and logical reasoning skills. They can also improve memory retention, concentration, and creativity.Increase Confidence - Winning gives a sense of accomplishment and boosts their self-esteem. Stress Reduction - can help teens reduce stress by releasing feel-good endorphins, lowering blood pressure, and promoting empathy, compassion, and trust.Language skills - games with reading components or word-based challenges can help teens expand their vocabulary, reading comprehension, and language skills. Must be over 21 years old and pass a background check Organization: Friends of Echo Glen Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 98065 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Cooking & Gardening
COOKING - This has always been one of the residents favorite activities! Most residents have never learned basic cooking skills. More details HERE. Gardening - Help the residents learn how to grow some of the foods & herbs that they cook with. More HERE. Organization: Friends of Echo Glen
COOKING - This has always been one of the residents favorite activities! Most residents have never learned basic cooking skills. More details HERE. Gardening - Help the residents learn how to grow some of the foods & herbs that they cook with. More HERE. Organization: Friends of Echo Glen Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 98065 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Volunteer DriverTransporting 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. Organization: Eastside Friends of Seniors 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. Organization: Eastside Friends of Seniors Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 98075 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Issaquah Food & Clothing BankPlease 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
Organization: Issaquah Food And Clothing Bank 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
Organization: Issaquah Food And Clothing Bank Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 98027 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Looking for High School Volunteers to help out at Virtual and In-Person Events!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! Organization: (KCT) Kids Coming Together 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! Organization: (KCT) Kids Coming Together Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Seeking Young Professionals who Support Affordable HousingImagine 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/ Organization: Imagine Housing 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/ Organization: Imagine Housing Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 98033 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Volunteer to be a Community Van DriverCommunity Van is a rideshare program matches riders with volunteer drivers to take people to destinations throughout the region for the cost of a standard Metro fare. Trips can be one-time or recurring on days, evenings, and weekends. There are currently two vans in Sammamish. 1 can hold up to 7 passengers and the other can hold up to 11 passengers. The vans are both parked at the South Sammamish Park and Ride. Community Van cannot exist without our fantastic volunteer drivers who we call neighborhood heroes. To be a volunteer driver, you must have a license, you must be at least 21, and you must apply online by filling out an application (see below). Volunteer drivers get to ride for free and never have to pay for gas or bridge tolls. How to become an approved driver Support your neighbors, your community and help the environment by becoming a Community Van volunteer driver. You can choose which trips you drive and how many times you drive a week. Download, complete, and sign the driver application form. Email the completed form to communityvan@sammamish.us After receiving and reviewing your application, King County Metro and your Community Transportation Coordinator will contact you to complete your driver orientation and help you get started.Organization: City of Sammamish Community Van is a rideshare program matches riders with volunteer drivers to take people to destinations throughout the region for the cost of a standard Metro fare. Trips can be one-time or recurring on days, evenings, and weekends. There are currently two vans in Sammamish. 1 can hold up to 7 passengers and the other can hold up to 11 passengers. The vans are both parked at the South Sammamish Park and Ride. Community Van cannot exist without our fantastic volunteer drivers who we call neighborhood heroes. To be a volunteer driver, you must have a license, you must be at least 21, and you must apply online by filling out an application (see below). Volunteer drivers get to ride for free and never have to pay for gas or bridge tolls. How to become an approved driver Support your neighbors, your community and help the environment by becoming a Community Van volunteer driver. You can choose which trips you drive and how many times you drive a week. Download, complete, and sign the driver application form. Email the completed form to communityvan@sammamish.us After receiving and reviewing your application, King County Metro and your Community Transportation Coordinator will contact you to complete your driver orientation and help you get started.Organization: City of Sammamish Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 98075 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Basic Needs Delivery Hero!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: Eastside Baby Corner: Ensure parents have the resources they need to raise happy, healthy kids. Inventory donations and load into delivery truck. Thursdays at 9 am. Kirkland Community Van Driver: Transport our Kirkland residents to the local food bank! 1st and 3rd Fridays from 1-5 pm.Organization: Imagine Housing 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: Eastside Baby Corner: Ensure parents have the resources they need to raise happy, healthy kids. Inventory donations and load into delivery truck. Thursdays at 9 am. Kirkland Community Van Driver: Transport our Kirkland residents to the local food bank! 1st and 3rd Fridays from 1-5 pm.Organization: Imagine Housing Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 98033 Allow Groups: No |