Collect new warm, waterproof or water-resistant, winter coats. We need children’s, women’s and men’s. Small and medium are the most needed sizes, but we can use a few large, too.

Contact us at volunteer@jfsseattle.org or (206) 861-3155.

Assist with setting up or day-of tasks for events.

Setup Assistance
Typically, on Fridays before an event, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.

Day-Of Assistance
Duties include event support, leading various stations, assisting staff, general set-up and clean up. Some heavy lifting may be involved.

Contact us at volunteer@jfsseattle.org or (206) 861-3155.

Volunteers will prepare, load and deliver needed items to homebound individuals and families on a designated route. A personal vehicle is required for this position.

This is a great opportunity for families!

Shifts:

• Monday to Friday, except during open Food Bank hours:
  • Wednesdays, 10:00 a.m. – noon
  • Thursdays, 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
  • Fridays, 10:00 a.m. – noon.

• Second and fourth Sundays of each month.

 
Responsibilities:

• Pick up deliveries in the Polack Food Bank at the Capitol Hill Campus.
• Give the individual/family or their JFS caseworker at least two days’ notice before a delivery.
• Deliver at your convenience, except during Jewish holidays.
• Complete necessary paperwork.
• Follow contractual agreement and outlined procedures. 

 
Requirements:

• Age 18 or older, unless accompanied by a parent or guardian.
• Current Washington State driver’s license and vehicle insurance.
• Able to lift 25 pounds.
• Set and politely convey appropriate boundaries.

Contact us at volunteer@jfsseattle.org or (206) 861-3155.

Warm gloves and socks are in high demand during the cold and rainy season in Seattle. Help keep community members warm with these small, but meaningful items. Adult sizes needed.

Contact us at volunteer@jfsseattle.org or (206) 861-3155.

The Polack Food Bank needs paper grocery bags with two sturdy handles. People visiting the Food Bank use these bags to carry their items home, and JFS staff use them to deliver food to homebound individuals.

Contact us at volunteer@jfsseattle.org or (206) 861-3155.