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Volunteer Opportunities

NAS WHIDBEY ISLAND VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES


 

This Week


Whidbey Playhouse
Bells Across America
Whidbey Camano Land Trust
Connect and Thrive Youth Mentoring Program
Navy Marine-Corps Relief Society Thrift Shop
Oak Harbor School District
Habitat for Humanity
 

Whidbey Playhouse


The Whidbey Playhouse is seeking several strong volunteers to help put approximately 20 seating platforms back in place on August 9, 2026. For more information, please contact Theresa Frazer at 206-992-8193.
 

Bells Across America


Bells Across America is seeking active duty service members to volunteer as name readers in support of the 11th Annual Bells Across America for Fallen Service Members
  • Required rehearsal on 23 September from 1400 to 1600
  • Ceremony on 24 September from 0900 to 1100
  • Dress code for ceremony participants is Navy Service Uniform
Please contact Virginia Imlah at virginia.b.imlah.naf@us.navy.mil by Friday, Aug. 28 to sign up to volunteer.
 

Whidbey Camano Land Trust


Dugualla Heights Weed Maintenance
Thursday, August 27, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join us at this restoration site not open to the public in Oak Harbor to remove thistle and blackberry. Includes walking on uneven terrain.
Difficulty Level:
Easy: Walk on uneven terrain to cut flowering or seeding weed heads.
Moderate: Walk on uneven terrain, bending to dig up blackberry plants.
      
Trillium Community Forest Trail Maintenance
Tuesday, August 11, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join us at this community forest in Freeland to improve trails and remove weeds.
Difficulty Level:
Easy: Walk trails to trim back vegetation and remove weed seed heads.
Moderate: Walk on uneven terrain carrying tools and digging up weeds.
Difficult: Move dirt and rocks across trail. Requires bending and walking on uneven terrain.
     
Keystone Preserve Plant Maintenance
Sunday, August 23, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join us at this preserve in Coupeville, not yet open to the public, to help weed and care for restoration areas on the site.
Difficulty Level:
Easy: Trim back grass that shade out young plants on uneven terrain.
Moderate: Bending and kneeling required for weeding around plants.

Please register at: www.wclt.org/get-involved/volunteer/volunteer-calendar

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.  

 

Connect & Thrive Youth Mentoring Program


Connect & Thrive Youth Mentoring Program, an Oak Harbor based nonprofit that serves Island County youth ages 12–17, is seeking volunteers in Oak Harbor and the surrounding community act as Quest Guides.
Quest Guides walk alongside a young person through a structured, year-long curriculum organized around 8 Pillars of Wellness — physical, emotional, social, financial, environmental, intellectual, spiritual, and occupational. This gives mentors a clear structured roadmap that is manageable, typically a few hours per month.
Mentor recruitment is underway now, with the program launching in September 2026.
For more information, contact Constance Mollerstuen, Executive Director at  (360)929-2483, via email at  info@positivelylinked.org. Information is also available on their website at  www.positivelylinked.org.

 

Navy Marine-Corps Relief Society Thrift Shop - come volunteer with us!

We will track your volunteer hours and provide verification as needed for you or your command.

Flexible hours/days (30 minutes to 8 hours per volunteer day based on your availability)

    • o Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday/Friday 0800-1600
    • o Thursday 0800-1800
    • o Saturday 0930-1330 (Aug 8, Aug 22)

No prior thrift shop experience is necessary! Tasks include sorting uniforms and donations, cash register, sales floor stocking, etc.

No need to pre-register, just come by when you have spare time!

Location: Seaplane Base, Bldg 13 
Questions? Please contact John or Jeni at 360-257-2728 or email
whidbeyisland@nmcrs.org

 

Oak Harbor School District


Oak Harbor Schools are looking for volunteers for a variety of events at their schools.  Please see the volunteer opportunities list at: https://www.ohsd.net/volunteeropportunities
The OHHS Wildcats need your help!  Looking for volunteers to sell refreshments at the concession stand during upcoming athletic events.  It's a fun way to support our athletes and be part of the Wildcat spirit! Interested? Sign up here: Concession Volunteers

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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