NAS WHIDBEY ISLAND VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
This Week:
Growing Veterans Volunteer Day
Coupeville Memorial Day Parade
Oak Harbor Public Schools
Habitat for Humanity
NMCRS Thrift Shop
Whidbey Camano Land Trust
Island Senior Resources
North Whidbey Little League
Organic Farm School at Keystone Farm & Forest Preserve
Pacific Northwest Naval Aviation Museum
Growing Veterans Volunteer Day
Contact Info:
Michael@growingveterans.org (360) 553-3577x2
Time: Every Saturday 10am-2pm(April-October)
Place: 765 Wonn Road, Greenbank (Behind all the buildings up on the hill to the left)
About Us: (Growingveterans.org) We are a non-profit organization based in mental health wellness through farming and gardening. We help build community through shared purpose and belonging using dirt therapy as a way to connect with the land and each other.
What to expect: We typically do a quick check-in then we get started with a variety of activities ranging from weeding garden beds to pruning tomatoes and cucumbers depending on the time of year it is.
What to bring: Gloves, water and wear whatever you don't mind getting dirty
Coupeville Memorial Day Parade
The city of Coupeville is seeking volunteers for its annual Memorial Day parade on Saturday May 24, 2025, at 11 a.m. The volunteers will serve as monitors at intersections during the parade from 10 a.m. to Noon. Interested personnel should contact Mary Ann Holden at
membership@coupevillechamber.com by May 20.
Oak Harbor Public Schools
Oak Harbor High School
1. Event: OHHS Prom
Date/Time: Saturday, June 7th 7:30pm - 11:00pm
Location: OHHS
Description: We're looking for 8-10 volunteers to help chaperone the night
Contact: Stacy Voorhees,
svoorhees@ohsd.net
2. Event: Class of 2025 Graduation!
Date/Time: Saturday, June 14th 10:00am
Location: OHHS Stadium Main Entrance
Description: We’re looking for about 20 volunteers to help make it a smooth and memorable experience for our graduates and their families. Volunteer roles include (but aren’t limited to): ticket collection, program distribution, posting event signage, setting up and assisting with accessible seating, crowd control & parking coordination.
Contact: Gwen Schurr, gschurr@ohsd.net
Oak Harbor Intermediate School
1. Event: OHI Field Day for Grades 5th and 6th
Date/Time: Monday, June 16th, 9:30am – 11:00am & 1:00pm – 3:30pm
Location: Upper/Lower fields at OHI
Description: Safety/supervision of frisbee golf and other field activities
Contact: Justin Ronning - jronnning@ohsd.net
2. Event: Yearbook Signing
Date: Monday, June 16th 9:30am – 11:00am & 1:00pm – 3:30pm
Location: Upper/Lower fields at OHI
Description: Safety/supervision of central courtyard
Contact: Jeff Beckley - jbeckley@ohsd.net
3. Event: Cat Cup Assembly
Date: Tuesday, June 17th 9:15am – 10:30am
Location: Courtyard at OHI
Description: Safety/supervision of students
Contact: Matt Black - mablack@ohsd.net
4. Event: Move Up Ceremony for 6th Graders
Date: Wednesday, June 18th 9:15am – 12:00pm
Location: OHI
Description: Safety/supervision of students. We would like to have military volunteers come in their uniforms to line up next to CAT flags to show support of our Navy Partners.
Contact: Brandon Nelson - bnelson@ohsd.net
Broadview Elementary
1. Event: BVE Field Day
Date/Time: Thursday, June 12th 9:00am - 10:45am & 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Location: Broad View Elementary
Brief Description: Come volunteer for the best day of the year! We need volunteers June 12 to help man the 20+ different activity stations.
Contact Person: Carrie Riepma, criepma@ohsd.net
Sign Up Genius: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0C4AABAB22A5FD0-57080479-bvefield
2. Event: End of Year Social
Date/Time: Friday, June 13th 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Broad View Elementary
Brief Description: The Broad View PTA is holding an End of Year Social on Friday, June 13 from 5-7 PM! We are needing help with food, beverage, setup/teardown, supervising, and run a register. The first hour of the first shift is to help set up, the last hour of the second shift is to help tear down.
Contact: Vicki Biggs - bve.ptaboard@gmail.com
Sign Up Genius: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090F4EA4A628A5FE3-57014780-endofyear
Hillcrest Elementary
1. Event: HCE Field Day
Date/Time: Monday, June 9th – 2 shifts 9:00am – 11:00am & 12:15pm – 2:15pm
Location: HCE Field
Description: Help assist in a variety of fun activities! OHSD Badge is required
Contact: Hillcrest PTA, hillcrestpta7@gmail.com
Sign Up Genius: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/508054EAFAB22A5FC1-56629674-hcefield?useFullSite=true#/
Olympic View Elementary
1. Event: OVE Color Run
Date/Time: Friday, June 6th 9:30am – 3:30pm
Location: OVE back playground
Description: Set up, make snow cones, clean up
Contact Person: Emily Scolari, pta4ove@gmail.com
Sign Up Genius: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0848ABAD2DA5FBC70-55759482-olympic
2. Event: Field Day
Date/Time: Friday, June 13th 9:15am – 11:15am & 1:15pm – 3:35pm
Location OVE back playground
Description: Set up, lead games, clean up
Contact person: Karen Bell, kbell@ohsd.net
Sign Up Genius: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094BA4A629A3F4CE9-56997561-field
Crescent Harbor Elementary
1. Event: Cub Carnival
Date/Time: Friday, June 6th 5:00pm – 7:00pm
Location: CHE
Description: Set up, games, popcorn, cotton candy, face painting, balloon animals, dunk tank, clean up
Contact: CHE PTA, ptacrescentharbor@gmail.com
Sign Up Genius: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4EA5AE2CA7FAC25-56743921-cubcarnival#/
Oak Harbor Elementary
1. Event: OHE Color Run
Date/Time: Thursday, June 5th 12:30pm – 3:30pm
Description: Help out at OHE’s Annual PTA Color Run
Contact: Chantal Dwyer, ohe.pta.eagles@gmail.com
2. Event: PTA Meeting
Date/Time: Tuesday, June 10th 3:20pm – 4:30pm
Location: BVE
Description: Find out what the PTA is up to & get involved
Contact: Chantal Dwyer, ohe.pta.eagles@gmail.com
3. Event: OHE Field Day
Date/Time: Wednesday, June 11th 8:45am – 3:15pm
Description: Help run activities for students - morning and afternoon shifts 10-20 volunteers needed
Contact: Holly Troyer, htroyer@ohsd.net
Sign Up Genius: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A044BAFAC2EA5FF2-56716074-volunteer
4. Event: Talent Show
Date/Time: Thursday, June 12th Time TDB – please email contact for more information
Description: Help out with various activities
Contact: Holly Brown, hbrown@ohsd.net
5. Event: The Last High 5 Friday of the 24-25 School Year!
Date/Time: Friday, June 13th 8:15am – 8:45am
Description: Greet students as they arrive to school!
Contact: Rachel Polly, rpolly@ohsd.net
6. Event: PTA Popcorn Day
Date/Time: Friday, June 13th 9:00am – 12:00pm
Description: Help the PTA pop & distribute popcorn! OHPS Volunteer badge required.
Contact: Chantal Dwyer, ohe.pta.eagles@gmail.com
Home Connections/Hand-in-Hand
1. Event: End of the Year Party!
Date/Time: Monday, June 16th 8:00am – 1:30pm
Description: There will be different game stations set up both inside and outside. We would like help setting up, breaking down and manning activities.
Contact: To sign up, please email Lisa McInnis, lmcinnis@ohsd.net
Learn more about volunteering with Oak Harbor Public Schools
www.ohsd.net/Volunteer
NMCRS Thrift Shop
Location: Seaplane Base, Bldg 13, NMCRS Thrift Shop
Contact Info:
whidbeyisland@nmcrs.org (360) 257-2728
Times: Monday-Friday 0800-1600, Thursdays 0800-1800, Saturday June 14 & 28 0930-1300
Time commitment: ½ hour to full day, you choose!
About Us: We are a non-profit organization supporting military families with essential needs and UNIFORMS.
What to wear: Comfortable clothing.
Benefits: We will track your volunteer hours and provide this info as needed! Helping military members and their families. And we have great snacks!
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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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Whidbey Camano Land Trust
Silliman Restoration Maintenance
Thursday, June 5, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Help remove invasive blackberries and litter from this restoration planting in Clinton.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Walking Ebey's Trail Tune-Up
Wednesday, June 11, 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Hike a mile on this trail in Coupeville to remove weeds and trim back vegetation.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Keystone Preserve Work Party
Saturday, June 14, 9:00 am - 12:00 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
Crockett Lake Restoration
Tuesday, June 17, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Remove the noxious weed, hairy willow herb, at this preserve in Coupeville. Come prepared to walk on uneven terrain and through vegetation.
Difficulty Level: Hard
Hammons Preserve Touch-Ups
Tuesday, June 24, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join us at this site in Clinton to remove noxious weeds and trim the trail.
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Work 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.
Additional volunteer opportunity
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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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 have 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 guardians. 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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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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Pacific Northwest Naval Aviation Museum
Desk Retrieval and Move
PNWNAM is looking for volunteers to help pickup
desks in Langley and move them to Oak Harbor on May 31. If you are interested please sign up here -
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B44AFA82BA3FAC43-57034477-operation
Berry Days Parade In Burlington
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B44AFA82BA3FAC43-55712045-berry/169382911#/
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 are financially qualified. 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