Inependent Service Opportunites
Education and Youth Programs
St. Andrew After School Program
Hours: Monday-Thursday, 3-5 p.m.
Contact: Mr. Matt Kunkel, SJ
Phone Number: 503-335-9600 x30
E-Mail: MKunkel@nativityportland.com.
Address: 4925 NE 9th Avenue, Portland, Oregon 97211
Young children wanting to improve their reading skills come to this drop-in center. Volunteers must fill out an application which is available in the Central Catholic Service Office.
St. Anthony Parish (Tigard)
Hours: Sunday, 10-11:15 a.m.
Contact: Cindy Marchese
Phone Number: 503-639-4179 x121
Address: 9905 SW McKenzie Street (Hwy 99W), Tigard, Oregon 97223
Act as a classroom aid in the Religious Education Program.
Big Brothers, Big Sisters, Teen Bigs
Hours: After school
SW Portland Contact: Geoff Bruca
SW Portland Phone Number: 503-901-8917
SW Portland E-mail: geoff.brusca@bbbs.org
NW, NE, or SE Portland Contact: Alex Karevoll
NW, NE, or SE Portland Phone Number: 503-927-0771
Big Brothers, Big Sisters, Teen Bigs is an after school mentoring program. Volunteers must be between the ages of 16-20 and be willing to provide friendship to a child for a minimum of one hour per week during the school year. Applications are available at the Central Catholic Service Office.
Boys and Girls Clubs of Portland
Hours: Flexible
Volunteers must submit volunteer application with Central Catholic Independent Contract
Volunteers for all sites listed below are asked to contact Angela Frizzo at 503-232-0077 or afrizzo@bgcportland.org
Blazers Boys & Girls Club
Address: 5250 NE MLK Jr. Boulevard, Portland, Oregon 97211
Jack, Will and Rob Boys & Girls Club
Address: 2033 NE Ione Street, Camas, Washington 98607
Wattles Boys and Girls Club
Address: 9330 SE Harold Street, Portland, Oregon 97266
Meyer Memorial Boys & Girls Club
Address: 7119 SE Milwaukie Avenue, Portland, OR 97202
Regence Boys and Girls Club
Address: 4430 N. Trenton Street, Portland, Oregon 97203
Inukai Family Boys and Girls Club
Address: 560 SE 3rd Avenue, Hillsboro, Oregon 97123
Help to inspire and enable all young people, especially those from disadvantaged circumstances, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible, and caring kids.
Chess for Success
Hours: After school hours
Contact: Heather Abbott
Phone Number: 503-295-1230
E-mail: heather@chessforsuccess.org
Website: www.chessforsuccess.org
Volunteers are needed to teach the game of chess at grade and middle schools throughout the metro area. Currently there are 72 schools with clubs many of which need assistance.
YMCA Columbia Willamette Child Development Center
Hours: Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
Contact: Judy Booker
Phone Number: 503-225-9622
Location: ODS Tower YMCA near the MAX Line between SW Alder and Morrison.
Help with a variety of tasks including assisting teachers with infants and children up to age five. This is a great opportunity for student interested in children or teaching.
Doernbecher Children’s Hospital at OHSU
Hours: Flexible, On-going basis
Contact: Trina McNeil
Phone Number: 503-418-5376
Website: www.ohsu.edu/health/page.cfm?id=13400
Assist by mentoring children at OHSU by playing games and assisting with homework.
All volunteers must complete application process and attend training prior to contracting for project. Volunteer application is available online. Volunteers must also take TB test or provide proof of test results.
Irvington After School (Arnerich Massena & Associates School Programs)
Hours: Monday-Thursday, After school hours
Contact: Katie DeGraw
Phone Number: 503-239-0475
E-mail: ket@am-a.com
Address: 1320 NE Brazee Street, Portland, Oregon 97212
Homework Club (Grades 3-6) meets on Tuesdays from 3-4pm with 30 students. The most help is needed during this time. Girls Club includes mentoring as well as enrichment activities (Grades 4-6) meets Wednesday from 3-4pm. Math and Science Club uses experiential math and science activities to emphasize and interpret grade level lessons (Grades 4-6) and meets on Thursdays from 3-4pm.
McLaughlin House Foster Care
Hours: Flexible days and hours
Contact: Jerry or Cheri McLaughlin
Phone Number: 503-722-7048
Address: 611 10th Street, Oregon City, Oregon
Located in an Oregon City private residence volunteers help to provide respite care and childcare for drug-affected babies at the McLaughlin home.
Mentor Athletics
Hours: Flexible days and hours
Contact: Darren Gulbrandson
Phone Number: 503-997-1103
E-mail: gulbrandson@msn.com.
Address: 7712 SW Carriage Oaks Lane, Wilsonville, Oregon 97070
Be a role model to at-risk youth through athletics.
Operation E.A.S.Y. (Efforts Aimed at Sensitizing You)
Hours: Monday-Thursday 3:30-5:30 p.m.
Weekday Contact: Diane Guta
Weekday Phone Number: 503-753-0215
Weekday Address: King Elementary School
4906 NE 6th Avenue, Portland, Oregon 97211
Hours: Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Saturday Contact: Dr. Dapo Sobomehin
Saturday Phone Number: 503-262-8201
Saturday E-mail: Dasbmh@aol.com
Saturday Address: St. Andrew's Nativity School
4925 NE 9th Avenue, Portland, Oregon 97211
Equip youth targeted as “at risk of failure” with needed academic and social skills.
PAL - Police Activities League
Hours: Monday-Friday, 2:30-7:00 p.m.
Contact: Mike Jezewski
Phone Number: 503-256-3479
Address: 424 NE 172nd Avenue, Portland, Oregon
Volunteers assist in the tutoring program.
Portland International Community School
Hours: Weeknights, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Phone Number: 503-232-5334
Address: Grant Park Church on 34th and NE Knott, Portland, Oregon
Assisst in the classroom and tutor daytime and evening students. Tutor teenagers and young adults who have recently immigrated. Accompany students on cultural outings throughout Portland: library, art museum, movie theatres, etc.
Portland Kids International
Hours: After school hours
Contact: Jason Bently
Phone Number: 503-777-4810
PKI partners with Whitman Elementary School to provide after school programming for a wide variety of students. Children receive a snack/dinner as well as homework assistance and a wide variety of academic enrichment classes. The program continually provides a nurturing and positive atmosphere for the children to grow.
SUN - Schools Uniting Neighborhoods
Hours: After school hours
Contact: Diane - Buckman Elementary School
Phone Number: 503-988-4512
Contact: Crystal - Beaumont Middle School
Phone Number: 503-916-5615
Be a mentor to a grade school student, assist w/ homework, etc.
St. Pius X School
Hours: After school hours
Contact: Brenda Fulle
Phone Number: 503-644-3244 x291
Tutor students who need extra structure to complete homework and study for tests.
Sigley Foster Home
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Janel Sigley
Phone Number: 503-235-4794
Address: 1905 SE 59th Avenue in Portland
Local foster home for children between the ages of four months and eight years. One of the children living at the home is developmentally disabled. Volunteers are asked to help with homework, entertain, and play with children.
Environmental Needs
Bridal Veil Franciscan Retreat Center
Hours: Every 3rd Saturday of the month
Contact: Mother Francine
Phone Number: 503-760-8220
Location: Bridal Veil, Oregon
Assist with grounds and building maintenance.
Community Cycling Center
Hours: Tuesday evenings 7:00 -9:30 p.m.
Contact: Neal Armstrong
Phone Number: 503-546-8864
Address: 1700 NE Alberta, Portland, Oregon
This organization provides bicycle maintenance. Volunteers can assist at events or on special bike projects. Attend an orientation to volunteer regularly or help clean bikes at " Volunteer Night” on Tuesdays from 7:00 - 9:30 p.m. To attend an orientation or helg on Tuesdays contact Neil Armstrong.
Community Energy Projects, Inc.
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Sherrie Smith
Phone Number: 503-284-6827 x106
Weatherize homes for low income families in the North Portland area. Volunteers under the age of 16 must volunteer with a parent or guardian. Volunteers ages 16 to 18 must have signed parental permission before volunteering.
Friends of Trees
Hours: Saturday mornings
Contact: Kathryn
Phone Number: 503-282-8846 x12
E-mail: KathrynW@friendsoftrees.org
Website:
www.friendsoftrees.org
Seed the Future helps the community by planting trees at various sites around Portland.
Habitat for Humanity and Habitat for Humanity Women Build
Hours: Saturdays, Flexible
Contact: Jennifer
Phone Number: 503-287-9529 x12 or e-mail: Jennifer_Perkins@pdxhabitat.org
Website: www.pdxhabitat.org
Assist with general landscaping, home construction, and painting of homes for low-income families. Volunteers working with this organization must be 16 years of age.
Habitat for Humanity ReStore
Hours: Tuesday-Friday, 9am-6pm and Saturday, 10:00 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Contact: Volunteer Coordinator
Phone Number: 503-283-6247
Address: 66 SE Morrison Street, the entrance is on Water Avenue
The ReStore is a recycled building materials resale center. The facility stocks items which are over-stocked, used, discontinued, and salvaged building materials which have been donated. The materials are then shelved and sold to the public. Proceeds benefit Habitat for Humanity.
Hopkins Demonstration Forest
Hours: Second Saturday of each month, 8:30a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Phone Number: 503-632-2150
Assist at " Community Volunteer Day". This includes cleaning and staining buildings, completing accessibility, and weed control. Lunch is provided. Volunteers must call to confirm participation at least four days prior to the Volunteer Community Workday.
Janus Youth Program
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Rosalie Karp
Phone Number: 503-542-4605
Website: www.janusyouth.org
Help with the Graffiti Removal Program. For more volunteer opportunities visit the website.
Learning Gardens Laboratory
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Karen Wolfgang
Phone Number: 503-929-7170
Address: 6801 SE 60th Avenue, Portland, Oregon
E-mail: karen.wolfgang@gmail.com
The Learning Gardens is a partnership effort combining the resources of the Portland Public Schools, Portland State University, and the City of Portland. The mission is to boost academic achievement by providing stimulating teaching and learning environments through garden-based learning. Volunteer positions working directly with students must complete a background check.
The Nature Conservancy Oregon
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Laura Moran
Phone Number: 503-802-8100E-mail: lmoran@tnc.org
Help to conserve natural area throughout the Metro Area during a work party.
Portland Parks and Recreation
Hours: Flexible days and hours
Contact: Steve Pixley
Phone Number: 503-823-5121
Website: www.portlandparks.org
Share your time and talent by volunteering in a variety of rewarding opportunities. Volunteers are needed to help with parks and gardens, natural areas, and recreation programs.
Portland Parks and Recreation City Nature Watershed
Hours: Saturdays from 9a.m. - noon
Contact: Louise Shorr, City Nature Volunteer Coordinator
Phone Number: 503-823-6131
Share your time and talent with the community by cleaning up local watersheds. Various sites are available throughout the Portland area. Upcoming dates are available in the service office.
Healthcare
Doernbecher Children’s Hospital at OHSU
Hours: Flexible, On-going basis
Contact: Trina McNeil
Phone Number: 503-418-5376
Website: www.ohsu.edu/health/page.cfm?id=13400
Assist by mentoring children at OHSU by playing games and assisting with homework.
All volunteers must complete application process and attend training prior to contracting for project. Application is available online. Volunteers must also take TB test or provide proof of test results.
Hospice Care of the Northwest
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Volunteer Coordinator
Phone Number: 503-595-2260
Volunteer to become a friend or companion to those assisted by hospice care. Help make a difference in the life of someone else by spending time, talking, playing cards, or watching a movie.
Legacy Hospitals
Hours: Varied
Contact: Volunteer Services Office at location desired for service opportunity
Emanuel Office and Legacy Emanuel Children’s Hospital
Phone Number: 503-413-4839
Good Samaritan Office
Phone Number: 503-413-7012
Meridian Park Office
Phone Number: 503-692-2186
Mt. Hood Office
Phone Number: 503-674-1217
Salmon Creek Office
Phone Number: 360-487-1040
As a Legacy hospital volunteer, you can choose from a variety of assignments, whether you prefer to work directly with patients or behind the scenes. Please call the Volunteer Services Office of the location you are interested in volunteering for specific opportunities for that site.
Ronald McDonald House East or West
Hours: Varied
Contact House East: Maria Hicks (Volunteer Coordinator)
Phone Number East: 503-287-7600 x708
Contact House West: Julie (Volunteer Coordinator)
Phone Number West: 503-494-5200
When families stay at Ronald McDonald Houses in Portland, their children are most commonly treated for heart conditions, premature birth, respiratory conditions, cancer, and eating disorders. Volunteers help make the Ronald McDonald House a home. Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age or volunteer with a parent or guardian. As well as commit to a minimum of three hours at least two times per month.
Cancer Care Resources
Hours: Very flexible days and hours
Contact: Lisa Wisler
Phone: Contact 503.528.5236 x110 Lisa@cancercareresources.org
E-mail: www.cancercareresources.org
CCR provides various support services for anyone dealing with cancer, all free of charge. Volunteers assist with materials preparation, office work, greeting patients and fundraising events. CCR is located at 439 N. Broadway (across from the Rose Garden).
Providence Home Services Hospice West
Hours – Flexible days and hours
Contact: Mary Anne Nance, Volunteer Coordinator
Phone: 503-547-9498
Providence Hospice West has a Teen Volunteer Program that pairs teens with Hospice patients in Providence facilities. Volunteers offer personal care services, socialization and assistance in accomplishing projects of the patient’s interest. Training provided and required. Spring training begins on April 15 with evening classes. Summer training begins June 16 with daytime classes. Volunteers must have completed 9th grade and must complete an application and an interview.
Programs for Abused Women and Children
Child Center Solutions
Hours: Flexible, Ongoing basis
Contact: Ben Sadler
Phone Number: 503-546-6383
E-mail: ben@childcenteredsolutions.org
Volunteers are needed to enter data into this organization’s computer system on an ongoing basis.
Children’s Relief Nursery
Hours: Flexible days and hours
Contact: Liz Clark
Phone Number: 503-595-4512
E-mail: lizclark@crn4kids.org.
To prevent abuse and neglect in children birth through three by partnering with caregivers committed to strengthening their families. Volunteers are needed to provide clerical support, help in the clothes closet, help prepare mailings, and work with teachers and children in the classroom.
Dress for Success Oregon
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Edie Duncan
Phone Number: 503-249-7300
E-mail: edied@dressforsuccessoregon.org
Assist by becoming a volunteer personal shopper, hair stylist, makeup artist, or assist with the Professional Women’s Group to help low-income women transition into the work force by selecting interview appropriate clothing.
Raphael House
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Laura Robertson
Phone Number: 503-222-6507 x315
Assist with evening programs, answering the crisis line, assisting with children’s program, working at annual special events, and providing other administrative support. All volunteers must complete 30 hours of Domestic Violence Training which are offered three times per year at the Raphael House. Volunteers must submit a background check.
Volunteers of America Family Center
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Samantha Naliboff
Phone Number: 503-802-0501
Supervise children of mothers attending support groups for domestic violence.
West Women and Children’s Shelter
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Program Manager
Phone Number: 503-224-7718
Volunteers are needed to sort donations, serve as children’s aides, help with clerical work.
Programs for People with Disabilities
The ARC of Multnomah County
Hours: Monday-Friday, 2:30 - 6:00 p.m.
Contact: MarilynPhone Number: 503-223-7279
Address: 619 SW 11th Avenue, Portland, Oregon
Supervise and work with teens with disabilities.
Extra Hands Program
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Marie Schumacher
Phone Number: 503-238-5331
Website: www.jackorchard.org
High school students are paired w/ folks with ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease) to provide assistance for a wide variety of activities.
Forward Stride
Hours: Flexible days and hours
Contact: Kathy
Phone Number: 503-682-9022
Website: www.forwardstride.org
Volunteer with this organization that offers therapeutic riding lessons.
Providence Child Care Center
Hours: Weekdays, 6:00 - 8:00 a.m. or 3:00 - 8 p.m.
Contact: Jody Sullivan
Phone Number: 503-215-0042
E-mail: Jody.Wright@providence.org
Address: 830 NE 47th Avenue, Portland, Oregon
Help the nurses, therapists and other staff members care for children with very severe needs at his residential facility. All volunteers are required to attend an orientation held every 2nd and 3rd Saturday at 10am. Volunteers must also take TB test prior to beginning service and commit to a minimum of two hours per month.
Special Olympics
Hours: Flexible
Contact: LouAnne Tabada
Phone Number: 503-248-0600
E-mail: ltabada@soor.org
Help coach, referee, or facilitate different sporting events throughout the year.
Programs for the Elderly
Holladay Park Plaza
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Susan Maselli
Phone Number: 503-331-4886
E-mail: smaselli@retirement.org
Assist with different activities for the residents of this continuing care retirement community. Activities include playing cards, reading, serving punch at social gatherings, going for a stroll, etc.
Hollywood Senior Center
Hours: Varied
Contact: Patricia Hanley
Phone Number: 503-288-8303
Address: 1820 NE 40th Avenue, Portland, Oregon
Provide companionship for elderly guests and participate in group activities.
Laurelhurst Village
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Nancy
Phone Number: 503-535-4946
Address: 3060 SE Stark Street, Portland, Oregon
Socialize with residents, do clerical work, yard work and other jobs for this agency thatprovideshome and healthcare for disabled adults and senior citizens. Volunteers must complete background check prior to beginning service.
The Maybell Clark Macdonald Center
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Sarah
Phone Number: 503-222-5720 x105
E-mail: vw@madcenter.org
Assist residents who are disabled, chronically ill, or in need of support to liveindependently.This includes visiting with residents, playing chess, sharing meals, etc.
Rose Center for Seniors
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Contact: Ann Thompson
Phone Number: 503-239-1221
Serve as a dining room host and interact with seniors who visit this community space.
Volunteers are asked to stay for the entire shift.
Meals on Wheels/Loaves and Fishes
Hours: Monday-Saturday, 8:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Contact: Michael Bagby
Phone Number: 503-988-4485
E-mail: eccoordinator@lfcpdx.org.
Address: 1111 SW 10th Avenue in Portland.
Work at the drop-in center serving food, visiting elderly folks, or deliver meals to homes. olunteers at the drop-in center can be any age. Volunteers must be 18 years of age—or with a parent—to drive meals directly to homes.
Project Linkage
Hours: Various Saturdays
Contact: Beth JacobsPhone Number: 503-249-8215 x22
E-mail: bethj@metfamily.org
Help senior citizens and people with disabilities remain independent and self-sufficient by helping with yard clean-up and minor repairs.
Rose Center for Seniors
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Contact: Ann Thompson
Phone Number: 503-239-1221
Serve as a dining room host and interact with seniors who visit this community space. Volunteers are asked to stay for the entire shift.
St. Andrew’s Care Center Hours: FlexibleContact: Bridget Carlson
Phone Number: 503-257-7946
Address: 76th and SE Main, Portland, Oregon
One on one time with residents: reading, walks, help with meals, manicures, etc.
St. Anthony’s Village
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Mary BlackwellPhone Number: 503-775-4414
Assist staff with different activities for the residents: playing cards, going for walks, etc. All volunteers must complete background check prior to beginning service.
Store to Door
Hours: Tuesday-Thursday, 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Contact: Laney Patrick
Phone Number: 503-413-8223
Assist by shopping for groceries, prescriptions, and household items for elderly, disabled, and hut-in folks throughout the Portland area.
Programs for Homeless and Low-Income People
Blanchet House
Hours: Monday - Saturday, 6:00 - 8 a.m., 10:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., and 5:00 - 6 p.m.
Contact: Ken or Patrick
Phone Number 503-226-3911Address: 340 NW Glisan, Portland, Oregon
Help prepare, dish, and serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner meals to the homeless. Students must sign-up w/ CCHS Service Coordinator prior to working each shift.
N.E. Emergency Food Program
Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Contact: John at 503-284-5470 or nefp@emoregon.org.
Address:1912 N.E. Killingsworth Street
Volunteers sort, box, and distribute three to five days worth of food for low-income and needy families.
Dress for Success Oregon
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Edie Duncan
Phone Number: 503-249-7300
E-mail: edied@dressforsuccessoregon.org
Assist by becoming a volunteer personal shopper, hair stylist, makeup artist, or assist with the Professional Women’s Group to help low-income women transition into the work force by selecting interview appropriate clothing.
Catholic Charities Housing Transitions Programs
Hours: Various
Contact: Joe Leahy
Phone: 971-222-1880 x100
Work directly with women moving from the streets to permanent housing in a variety of volunteer positions including “House Assistant” or “Move-In Assistant.” Volunteers must attend a training session and receive a background check.
Community Warehouse
Hours: Monday through Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Contact Kristy at 503-224-0711 or kristy@communitywarehouse.org.
Help sort donated household items for distribution to area non-profits and families.
Oregon Food Bank
Hours: Tuesday and Thursday evenings, 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Contact: Andrea Biriggeli
Phone Number: 503-282-0555 x272
E-mail: abiriggeli@oregonfoodbank.org
Address: 7900 NE 33rd Drive, Portland, Oregon
Repack bulk foods into family sized portions for distribution. All volunteers must schedule in advance and be able to commit to a full shift; site is unable to accommodate walk-in volunteers. Those under the age of 16 must have an adult with them when they volunteer.
Outreach in Burnside
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Kris
Phone Number: 503-225-0590
Address: 207 NW 3rd Avenue, Portland, Oregon
Assist this agency which works with needy people in Portland’s Old Town/Burnside district.
St. Francis Dining Hall
Hours: Weeknights, 4:30 p.m. - 6:15 p.m. and Sundays, 1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Contact: Christina, Adam, or Romero
Phone Number: 503-234-2028.
Address: 330 SE 11th Avenue, Portland, Oregon
Assist with preparation and serving of a meal to the homeless. Students must sign-up w/ Central Catholic Service Coordinator prior to working each shift! Students may not arrive at site before 3:00 p.m. or after 4:30 p.m. and must stay for the entire shift.
St. Vincent de Paul
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Charles Ashcroft or Jackie Green
Phone Number: 503-235-7837
Address: 5120 SE Milwaukie Avenue, Portland, Oregon
Help sort and organize food and clothing donations.
Salvation Army
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Mariel
Phone Number: 503-701-0152
Help sort food and clothing which is distributed to homeless and low-income folks.
Sisters of the Road Café
Hours: Monday-Friday, 10:00 a.m. -3:00 p.m.
Contact: Julia Peters
Phone Number: 503-222-5694 x17
Assist with serving meals, selling meal tickets, and extending hospitality. Volunteers are required to attend one orientation prior to beginning service. Orientations are held on the second Wednesday of each month.
Transition Projects
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Emily Coleman
Phone Number: 503-823-4926 x4
Help serve meals at a night shelter.
Union Gospel Mission
Hours: Evenings, 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Contact: Bill or Marlene Thornburg
Phone Number: 503-803-2720
Address: 222 NW Couch Street, Portland, Oregon
Assist with the preparation, serving, and cleaning-up of the meal for the homeless.
West Women and Children’s Shelter
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Program Manager
Phone Number: 503-224-7718
Volunteers are needed to sort donations, serve as children’s aides, help with clerical work, and light maintenance.
Other Community Organizations
Catholic Charities Pregnancy Support and Open Adoption Program
Hours: Flexible, On-going
Contact: Robin Neal
Phone Number: 503-238-5196
Address: 447 NE 47th Ave # 100, Portland, Oregon
Assist pregnant, parenting and post-adoption clients by providing transportation, shopping, childcare, and delivery of goods.
Mother and Child Education Center (formerly Birthright)
Hours: Flexible, on-going
Contact: 503-249-5801 or visit the website www.motherandchild-edu.org
Volunteers complete a 6-8 week training and then work in shifts of 3 to 4 hours answering questions, assisting women and girls, distributing baby clothes and items and offering clerical support.
Free Geek
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Volunteer Coordinator
E-mail: volunteer@freegeek.org
Address: 1731 SE 10th Avenue, Portland, Oregon
Help with computer programming, restoring, assisting with classes, and a variety of other programs that this organization offers. Volunteers 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
The Grotto and the Grotto Bookstore
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Volunteer Coordinator
Phone Number: 503-254-7371
Assist with ongoing data entry for the organization or help run the cash register.
Northwest Family Services
Hours: Flexible
Contact: Cindy Bankston
Phone Number 503-215-6377
Help with office work and collating for different programs.
Local Parishes and Schools
Stay in touch with your parish and grade school! Call your parish office for suggestions or projects. Also, look in your parish bulletin for volunteer opportunities.
