Why Volunteering is Important to Us:

  • Impact and Support: Volunteers make a direct and tangible impact on the lives of those in need, extending our reach and providing essential services.

  • Community Engagement: Volunteering brings people together, fostering unity and shared purpose within the community.

  • Skill Development: Volunteers have opportunities for personal and professional growth, enhancing existing skills and developing new ones.

  • Empowerment and Empathy: Volunteering empowers individuals to make a difference while cultivating empathy and understanding for others.

  • Strengthening Communities: Volunteers contribute to building stronger and more resilient communities by addressing social issues and bridging gaps.

REACH Meal Coalition Opportunities

  • Volunteer at the REACH Meal Coalition for weekday warm-up meals:

    Volunteer shifts are Monday to Friday at 8:00am.

    Serve breakfast items to our clients.

    Help make to-go sandwiches.

    Organize and separate items in the donation room.

  • Volunteer at the REACH Meal Coalition for weekend evening meals:

    Volunteer shifts are on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays at 4:30pm.

    Help plate prepared meals.

    Serve prepped and plated meals to our clients.

    Helping alongside staff to clean up and close for the night.

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  • Donate evening meals for the clients at the REACH Meal Coalition. Friday - Sunday:

    Meal for 60 people.

    Volunteers do not have to stay to serve the meal.

    Dinner includes: (1) Main dish with protein, (2) a carbohydrate (rice, pasta, and/or bread), (3) a vegetable or fruit. Dessert and drinks are optional.

    Food drop off time: 4:30pm

Center of Hope Oppurtunities

  • Donate a meal for families at the Center of Hope.

    Monday - Friday:

    Meals for 40 people.

    Volunteers does not stay to serve the meal.

    Dinner includes: (1) Main dish with protein, (2) a carbohydrate (rice, pasta, and/or bread), (3) a vegetable of fruit. Dessert and drinks are optional.

    Food drop off time: 5:00pm

  • Help REACH Renton with admin duties:

    Various shifts between Monday to Friday.

    Answer phones.

    Data entry.

    Filing, scanning, and additional computer work.

  • Are you a tech enthusiast looking to make a difference? Join us as a volunteer and help bridge the digital divide by offering your skills in computer setup, printer installation, and security software. Your expertise will empower individuals to navigate the digital world with confidence and open doors to educational and professional opportunities.

What people are saying

“I look forward to volunteering every week at REACH Meal Coalition. I feel like I am making difference in my community”

— Mary

“ Volunteering at the family shelter has taught me the power of empathy. I've learned to put myself in others' shoes and provide a helping hand without judgment. It's a humbling experience that has changed my perspective on life.”

— Sonia