NAS WHIDBEY ISLAND VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
 

This Week:

 
Earth Week Clean-Up
Volunteers Wanted for Shorebird Breeding Survey
Habitat for Humanity
The Oak Harbor Chamber of Commerce
UW Bothell Husky 5K – Course Marshals Needed
Penn Cove Water Festival
Oak Harbor Public Schools
Town of Coupeville Annual Spring Clean-up Day
Island Senior Resources
Summit Assistance Dogs
Whidbey Camano Land Trust
North Whidbey Little League

 

Earth Week Clean-Up

Join us for two great community events:
4/25/25 - Work Party at Pacific Rim Institute, Coupeville
9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Help us spruce up the grounds and support local conservation efforts! We are looking for help with tree maintenance and general campus beautification. Coffee and donuts will be provided in the morning to all volunteer curtesy of PRI! Event will happen rain or shine so remember to dress appropriately according to the forecast.
4/26/25 - Beach Clean-up at Cliffside RV Park
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Pitch in to keep our shores clean and beautiful! Bring the whole family and start your Saturday with a stroll on the beach and clean up trash while you’re there! We will park at the group tent area just south of the office and take the steps down to the beach and go from there.
All skill levels welcome. Bring your enthusiasm—see you there!
Sign-up is encouraged with the POC but not required.
POC: Laura Cifelli-laura.n.cifelli.civ@us.navy.mil
 

Volunteers Wanted for Shorebird Breeding Survey

The Salish Sea Guillemot Network seeks volunteers to monitor breeding colonies of Pigeon Guillemots for one hour weekly, primarily at three locations on Whidbey Island Naval Air Station--Cliffside, Maylor Point, and Forbes Point. Opportunities at other breeding colonies elsewhere on Whidbey Island might be available as well.
 
Pigeon Guillemots are a vital indicator species of the Salish Sea ecosystem’s overall health. The survey’s data provided by our monitoring program can give researchers insight into long-term trends in the condition of many interrelated species in our region. See more information at http://www.pigeonguillemot.org/.
 
Here's what’s involved: Following two short training sessions, volunteers will be assigned to a site and, for one hour each week from early June through early September, they will sit at a spot on the shoreline to monitor, count, and record the behaviors of these charming, sociable birds (like Puffins, they are part of the Auk family). The online training will be conducted Wednesday, May 14, from 1900 to 2030. The on-the-beach training is on Wednesday, May 28, from 0800 to 0900.
 
To explore volunteer opportunities, please contact by email (preferred), phone or text to Debbi Williams, Whidbey Pigeon Guillemot Volunteer Coordinator at 360-929-1977, email rob.deb3197@gmail.com.

The Oak Harbor Chamber of Commerce 

5 volunteers May 2^nd 5:30-7:30pm to chalk the booths (measure and mark 10x10 booth slots) 
5 volunteers May 3^rd 6:30-10am Direct vendor traffic during setup 
2 volunteers May 3^rd 5-6pm Day one clean up 
8 volunteers May 4^th 5-7pm Clean up and vendor tear down 
 
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Habitat for Humanity - Whidbey Island

Help Build Homes and Hope!
 
Habitat for Humanity of Island County needs volunteers to support affordable housing on Whidbey Island. No construction experience? No problem—we provide training, tools, and safety gear. Join us to make a difference!
 
Opportunities:
 
Construction: Help build homes (ages 18+). Tasks vary; no skills required.
Other Roles: Assist at Habitat Stores or events (details upon sign-up).
Prerequisites:
 
Must be 18+ for construction.
Submit a 2023 Volunteer Waiver and Background Check Release (sent after registration).
Complete a Volunteer Orientation (Wednesdays at 2:00 PM or by arrangement).
How to Join:
 
Register at islandcountyhabitat.org/volunteer/volunteer-shifts/.
Await clearance email with shift sign-up instructions.
Pick a shift via the “Choose a Shift” page.
What to Bring:
 
Weather-appropriate, durable clothing.
Closed-toe shoes.
Water and snacks (lunch not provided).
Schedule:
 
Shifts vary—check the website for current options, typically daytime, full or half-day.
 
Contact:
 
Email volunteer@islandcountyhabitat.com or call 360-679-9444 with questions. Let’s build a brighter future together!
 
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UW Bothell Husky 5K – Course Marshals Needed

 
Attention All Hands: Please share this volunteer opportunity with Sailors and military families looking to earn volunteer hours!
 
The University of Washington, Bothell’s Office of Alumni Engagement is seeking volunteers to serve as course marshals for the Husky 5K, a family-friendly walk/run on Saturday, May 11, 2025. This popular event attracts nearly 1,000 participants—including alumni, students, faculty, staff, and community members—through the UW Bothell campus and downtown Bothell. Volunteers are essential to ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience.
 
Details:
 
Role: Course Marshal
Time: 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Sign-Up: Visit https://forms.office.com/r/zvaBfTJd7P for more info and to register
Questions: Contact tsaianny@uw.edu
Bonus: Want to run instead? Use code “NAVY” for $5 off registration at https://www.uwb.edu/alumni/events/5krun
 
Encourage your team to get involved in this fun community event!
 
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Penn Cove Water Festival

 
We need volunteers for the Penn Cove Water Festival!
Friday, May 9: Heavy lifting tasks (canoe racks, sound equipment) start at 7:45 AM with 7 others.
Saturday, May 10: Navy personnel tasks start at 4:45 AM (about 2-hour shifts). Public hours are 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Sign up for tasks and time slots at www.PennCoveWaterFestival.org. Report to the Coupeville Rec Center (191 Alexander St) 15 minutes before your shift for check-in. Check out there too for service credit—and get a free t-shirt!
 
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Oak Harbor Public Schools

 
Oak Harbor High School
Event:  Partnership Meeting
Date/Time: Thursday, April 24th 4:00pm at OHHS Principal’s office
Description: PIE Coordinators partnered with OHHS & Community Partners are encouraged to attend to discuss upcoming needs
Contact: Samantha Philp, sphilp@ohsd.net
 
Event:  Track Meet
Date/Time: Wednesday, April 2nd 3:30pm
Description: No experience necessary, just dress for the weather.  We are looking for volunteers to help as timers, work at field events, hurdle crew and more.  It takes a minimum of 30 volunteers per meet.
Contact: Joann Wichers, jwichers@ohsd.net (contact to sign up)
 
Event: Track Meet
Date/Time: Wednesday, April 23rd 3:30pm
Description: No experience necessary, just dress for the weather.  We are looking for volunteers to help as timers, work at field events, hurdle crew and more.  It takes a minimum of 30 volunteers per meet.
Contact: Joann Wichers, jwichers@ohsd.net (contact to sign up)
 
Oak Harbor Intermediate School
Event: Partnership Meeting
Date/Time: Wednesday, April 16th 1:45pm
Description: PIE Coordinators partnered with OHIS & Community Partners are encouraged to attend to discuss upcoming needs
Contact: Shianna Herath, sherath@ohsd.net
 
Broadview Elementary
Event: BVE PTA Scholastic Book Fai
Date/Time: Wednesday April 16th – Friday April 18th , Various timesDescription: We are looking for volunteers to help set up to display the books, help with customer service, and put the books away at the end of each day.
Contact: bve.ptaboard@gmail.com
Sign Up Genius: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090F4EA4A628A5FE3-55607398-scholastic#/
 
North Whidbey Middle School
Event: Culture Fair Take Down
Date/Time: Thursday, April 3rd 7:45pm – 9:00pm
Description: Help clean up & take down boards from the Culture Fair
Location: NWMS
Contact: Lindsay Brockett, lbrockett@ohsd.net
 
Event: NWMS Spring Social
Date/Time: Friday, April 25th 2:15pm – 4:30pm
Description: Help around & chaperone the Spring Social
Location: NWMS
Contact: Lindsay Brockett, lbrockett@ohsd.net
 
Hillcrest Elementary
Event: Popcorn Friday!
Date/Time: Friday, April 4th 9:00am – 12:00pm
Description: Help the PTA pop & distribute popcorn for the entire school! OHPS Volunteer badge required.
Location: Hillcrest
Contact: Hillcrest PTA, hillcrestpta7@gmail.com
Sign Up Genius:  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/508054EAFAB22A5FC1-55837324-april
 
Event: PTA Meeting
Date/Time: Tuesday, April 15th , 3:45pm
Description: Everyone is welcome to come find out what the PTA is up to, how to help out & get involved
Location: Hillcrest Library
Contact: Hillcrest PTA, hillcrestpta7@gmail.com
 
Event: Partnership Meeting
Date/Time: Wednesday, April 16th 1:00pm – 1:30pm
Description: PIE Coordinators partnered with HCE & Community Partners are encouraged to attend to discuss upcoming needs
Location: HCE
Contact: April Williamson-Stach, awilliamson-stach@ohsd.net
 
Event: Garden Palooza
Date/Time: Saturday, April 26th 10:00am – 12:00pm
Description: Hosted by the Hillcrest Garden Team. No volunteer badge is required. Everyone is welcome to help weed and plant in our garden, located at the playground area. Students can join but must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. 
Location: Hillcrest Garden (Near Playground)
Contact: Hillcrest PTA, hillcrestpta7@gmail.com
 
Event: Book Fair
Date/Time: Monday, April 28th – Friday, May 2nd, various times (see sign up below)
Description:  Week long bookfair! Set up on April 25th and then a week-long fun week, helping students in classrooms fill out their wish lists and find books. Assist families purchasing books before and after school. Times vary and a link to sign up will be available soon. Volunteer badge required 
Location: Front Hallway at Hillcrest
Contact: Contact: Hillcrest PTA, hillcrestpta7@gmail.com
Sign Up Genius: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/508054EAFAB22A5FC1-55837002-spring 
 
Olympic View Elementary
Event: Partnership Meeting
Date/Time: Friday, April 4th, 11:00am – 11:30am
Description: PIE Coordinators partnered with OVE & Community Partners are encouraged to attend to discuss upcoming needs
Location: OVE
Contact: Karen Bell, kbell@ohsd.net
 
Event: OVE Family Night 
Date/Time: Wednesday April 2nd, 3:30pm - 7:00pm
Location: Olympic View Elementary Back Playground
Brief Description: Set up Food Station / Grill Hot Dogs / Serve Food / Clean Up Food Station / Support STREAM Activities
Contact Person: Emily Scolari, pta4ove@gmail.com or Karen Bell Kbell@ohsd.net
Sign Up Genius (if applicable): https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0848ABAD2DA5FBC70-55497589-ptafamily
 
Event: Bike to School & Purple Up Day Welcome - Month of the Military Child  
Date/Time: Tuesday April 15th, 3:30pm - 6:30pm
Location: Victory Terrace / Olympic View Elementary Front Entrance
Brief Description: Military Volunteers are asked to wear their uniforms and escort bike riders from Victory Terrace / Welcome Students as the arrive to school  
Contact Person: Emily Scolari, pta4ove@gmail.com or Karen Bell, Kbell@OHSD.net
Sign Up Genius (if applicable):  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0848ABAD2DA5FBC70-55667404-bike
 
Event: Guest Reader - Month of the Military Child 
Date/Time: Multiple Dates/Times (see sign up genius below)
Location: Olympic View Elementary
Brief Description: Military Volunteers are asked to wear their uniforms read to a classroom
Contact Person: Emily Scolari, pta4ove@gmail.com or Karen Bell, Kbell@OHSD.net
Sign Up Genius (if applicable): https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0848ABAD2DA5FBC70-55568670-ovepurple
 
Event: Donuts with Military Grown Ups - Month of the Military Child 
Date/Time: Friday April 18th, 8:30-9:00pm
Location: Olympic View Elementary
Brief Description: Military Volunteers are asked to wear their uniforms and enjoy donuts/breakfast with our students. 
Contact Person: Emily Scolari, pta4ove@gmail.com 
Sign Up Genius (if applicable): https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0848ABAD2DA5FBC70-55667744-donuts
 
Event: Earth Day – Garden Work Day
Date/Time: Saturday, April 19th, 10:00am – 1:00pm
Location: OVE Gardens
Brief Description: Up to 20 volunteers needed! OVE could use some help from our Navy Partners to get some work completed in our garden.  Remember to bring your own gloves!
Contact Person: Karen Bell, kbell@ohsd.net
Sign Up Genius (if applicable): https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094BA4A629A3F4CE9-55786535-earth
 
Crescent Harbor Elementary 
Event: Purple Up Day – Month of the Military Child
Date/Time: Tuesday April 15th, 11:00pm – 1:00pm
Description: We hope our Military Partners will come and assist with Lunch Recess. They can participate in a game of soccer/four square, maybe reading a book, or just being a Military presence on this amazing day.
Contact: Laura Vera, lvera@ohsd.net
Sign Up Genius: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A44AEAA2EABFCC61-55812930-purple#/
 
Event: Kindergarten Orientation
Date/Time: Wednesday, April 23rd, 4:45pm – 6:15pm
Location: CHE
Description: Helping out at the kinder night, helping meet and greet new families, and helping them navigate around the school (map provided)
Contact: Laura Vera, lvera@ohsd.net
Sign Up Genius: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A44AEAA2EABFCC61-55813062-kindergarten#/
 
Oak Harbor Elementary
Event: Military Breakfast
Date/Time: Tuesday April 15th 8:15am – 8:45am
Description: Military personnel join students for breakfast
Location: OHE MPR
Contact: Codi Nuzzo, cnuzzo@ohsd.net & Jaime Thompson, jaime.l.thompson10.naf@us.navy.mil
 
Event:  PTA Meeting
Date/Time: Tuesday, April 15th 3:20pm – 4:30pm
Description: PTA Meeting
Location: OHE Library
Contact: Chantal Dwyer, ohe.pta.eagles@gmail.com
 
Event: High Five Friday!
Date/Time: Friday, April 18th 8:15am – 8:45am
Description: Greet students as they arrive at school with a super high five!
Location: OHE
Contact: Rachel Polly, rpolly@ohsd.net
 
Event: Arbor Day Celebration
Date/Time: Friday, April 25th 12:30pm – 3:00pm
Description: Help students plant trees
Location: OHE
Contact: Christina Merritt, cmerritt@ohsd.net
 
Event:  PTA Popcorn
Date/Time: Friday April 25th 9:00am – 12:00pm
Description: Help pop & pass out popcorn
Location: OHE MPR
Contact: Chantal Dwyer, ohe.pta.eagles@gmail.com
 
Event: Art Walk Prep
Date/Time: Monday, April 28th – Wednesday April 30th TIME TBD
Description: Help hang student artwork in downtown Oak Harbor
Location: Pioneer Way, businesses TBD
Contact: Betsy Gmerek, egmerek@ohsd.net , please email for more information
 
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Island Senior Resources

Volunteers needed!  Island Senior Resources (ISR) is a Non-Profit 501(3)c organization, serving Island County since 1972, that provides essential resources for older/disabled adults, their families, and caregivers.  We are seeking volunteers to help us with our newest program for social engagement to close the gap between older/disabled adults and social isolation.
Our trained volunteer teams take older adults to a variety of activities and events on Whidbey.  If seniors are unable to leave their homes, we can have volunteers go inside the home to play games, read, or simple companionship and friendly visiting.  Those who join ISR Connects view it as a lifeline. As we know, the COVID-19 pandemic closed many doors, especially for those within older generations or with medical conditions.  As we enter a post pandemic world, our most vulnerable populations lost and have not been able to find connection within the community.
Our program provides social enrichment to anyone 60+ yrs old or a disabled adult 18-59 yrs old. We have some transportation options available for those who need it. If possible, we would LOVE to bring more volunteers onboard as this program will not function without them.  Volunteers must be 18 years or older, but youth are encouraged to volunteer with their guardian.  This program is seeking help from active-duty military, reserves, contractors, civilians, and dependents.  So, pass along this info to anyone seeking to enrich their lives with human connection. Our goal is for our volunteers to commit to one social connection per week, although even a once-a-month commitment would help break the isolation so many of our disabled and aging community members are going through.
For more information or to sign up, contact the ISR Connects Program Manager:  Bailey Todd at 360-672-6505 or Bailey@islandseniorservices.org
 
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Summit Assistance Dogs

On-going Volunteer Opportunity:
Summit Assistance dogs
359 E Henni Road
Oak Harbor, Washington 98277
Opportunity Details
Calling all dog lovers who would like to spend a few hours a week engaging with our young dogs-in-training at our Whidbey Island Campus. Learn positive reinforcement and socialization training skills while exercising and enriching the on-site dogs. Activities may include feeding, walking and exposing the dogs to training devices (wheelchairs, canes, adaptive devices). Come be a part of creating life-changing partnerships between people and dogs!
 
Check us out online
Website www.summitdogs.org
Facebook facebook.com/Summitdogs
To Sign-up
Email volunteer@summitdogs.org
 
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Whidbey Camano Land Trust     

Strawberry Point Expansion Clean-Up
Friday, April 4, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Come see Strawberry Point Preserve's newest addition and improve this site in Oak Harbor by removing weeds and other trash.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
 
Trillium Trail Tune-Up
Tuesday, April 8, 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Help improve and maintain the trails at this 721-acre property just outside of Freeland.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
 
Earth Day at Walking Ebey's Trail System
Saturday, April 19, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Start your Earth Day celebration with weeding and trail trimming at this Coupeville trail system.
Difficulty Level: Light
 
Keystone Preserve Work Party
Wednesday, April 23, 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Help out with weed removal, trail building, farm tasks and more at this preserve in Coupeville, not yet open to the public.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
 
Saratoga Woods Touch-Ups
Tuesday, April 29, 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Keep these Island Country trails outside of Langley walkable and rideable by trimming back vegetation and removing weeds.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
 
Please register at: www.wclt.org/get-involved/volunteer/volunteer-calendar
 
Volunteer parties are affected by inclement weather and vegetation growth. Project descriptions are broad because we don’t know the exact work needed until closer to the date. If you have questions about a specific work party, or want to learn more about volunteer opportunities, please reach out to Taylor Schmuki at taylor@wclt.org.  
 
Organic Farm School at Keystone Farm & Forest Preserve
Every Friday from 9:00 am -11:00 am
Join our partners, Whidbey Island Organic Farm School, at Keystone Preserve on Fridays to clean the barn and prepare a future cover crop demonstration site. Tasks will include wheelbarrowing, power washing, mowing, trimming and planting!
Questions and RSVP to Judy at judy@organicfarmschool.org
 
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North Whidbey Little League

North Whidbey Little League is looking for “Volunteer” Umpires for the 2025 Baseball and Softball season.
If you are interested, please contact Rita Cline (Primary POC):  nwll.oh.umpire@gmail.com
Completion of a Little League volunteer form is required
2025 Volunteer Form: 
https://www.northwhidbeylittleleague.org/Default.aspx?tabid=1437909
Whether you are new, or not, to umpiring … training will be provided
Another POC is Jerry Newton:  jerry.l.newton.ctr@us.navy.mil
If you are Active Duty and looking for a community “Volunteer” activity outdoors, then this might be what you are looking for
A volunteer certificate will be provided to you at the end of the season
This will be your proof of participation towards your eval input and volunteer ribbon
There are other positions for volunteers in the NWLL, including, Manager and/or Coach; Score Keeper; Field prep assist and Concession stand
 
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Volunteer Chore Program

The Volunteer Chore Program is a new program at Whidbey Island that assists with day-to-day chores such as yard care, grocery shopping, dog walking, medical transportation and housekeeping for elderly residents over 60 who financially qualify. This program is administered by The Volunteer Center with the Opportunity Council. If you are interested in participating, please contact Ross Labrenz at (360) 679-6577 ext. 2133.
 
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If you have volunteer opportunities, please send all submission requests to: naswipao@us.navy.mil