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Emergency Food Network

Mission: EFN is all about food security and making sure that no person in Pierce County goes hungry. The repackage bulk for for 75+ Pierce County food pantries, meal sites, and shelters. 

What: Volunteers at EFN’s Repack Project prepare bulk foods for distribution by repackaging the foods into smaller, family-sized portions. Bulk foods include rice, oats, pasta, frozen corn, apples, etc.

Where: 9 miles from campus (~17 min.)

When: Varies; 2 or 3-hr shifts, Wednesday-Friday

Commitment: No minimum commitment or training required!

How: INSTAGRAM | WEBSITE - Click the "Create a New Account" button. Immediately after applying for an account, you will be able to see all upcoming Repack dates and sign up to volunteer!

Oscar's Enemies

Mission: This is a volunteer-run group that does litter clean-up around Tacoma.

What: Volunteers at EFN’s Repack Project prepare bulk foods for distribution by repackaging the foods into smaller, family-sized portions. Bulk foods include rice, oats, pasta, frozen corn, apples, etc.

Where: Location TBD (Somewhere in Tacoma!)

When: Saturday, July 20th, 9AM-11AM

Commitment: No minimum commitment or training required!

How: LINK TREE | INSTAGRAM - Click the Link Tree, and use the Google Form to sign up.

United Way Tacoma

Website: https://www.uwpc.org/volunteer

United Way is a local non-profit devoted to supporting those in need in Pierce County through a variety of initiatives and programs. Whether you looking for ongoing commitments or individual events, United Way can help you find an opportunity that is right for you. See the link to view the options that are available. 

Jill's House 

Contact: maggie.thompson@jillshouse.org

Website: https://jillshouse.org/ 

Jill's house is a non-profit service oriented organization that supports individuals with intellectual disabilities. Students can support the organization as volunteers during their camp weekends, during which volunteers would spend a weekend supporting camp attendees and participating in crafts, games, and other activities. Visit their website for more information regarding how to get involved!

Northwest Association for Blind Athletes

Website: https://nwaba.org/

The Northwest Association for Blind Athletes is devoted to enriching the lives of individuals who are blind or visually impaired through sports since 2007. They host a variety of events open to volunteers looking to assist and make a difference! See the link above to learn and see upcoming events below!

Boys and Girls Club of Tacoma

Website: https://www.bgcsps.org/get-involved/volunteer 

Interested in making long lasting connections and helping mentor youth in the Tacoma area? Consider helping the boys and girls club here in Tacoma! This is an ongoing opportunity, so see the link for more details!

Point Defiance Zoo

Website: https://www.pdza.org/connect/volunteer/adult/  

The point defiance zoo is looking for volunteers to assist with tasks in the park ranging from greeting guests to assisting with groundskeeping tasks. If you are interested in looking into opportunities like these, see the link here for more information!

Nourish Pierce County

Website: https://nourishpc.org/volunteer/  

Nourish Pierce County assists with community members experiencing food insecurity in the Tacoma, serving thousands of individuals each year. Food bank locations exist across the Tacoma area, and are looking for volunteers to assist with food preparation and service. See the link for more details!

Game Time Tacoma: Tutors and Basketball

Contact: bygametime@gmail.com

Game Time Tacoma is looking for students to tutor younger students aged 10-16 years old. Tutors will be asked to assist with homework and/or basic reading and writing. Meetings will occur in two sessions (6-7 and 7-8) Tuesday-Thursday weekly. If interested, please contact David using the email above!