Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteers are a crucial part of the SYM community. Check out the opportunities to get involved, and send any volunteer inquiries to alyssam@symseattle.org


VOLUNTEER APPLICATION

Ready to jump in? We would love to hear from you! Fill out our new Google Form Volunteer Application, and we will be in touch with next steps!

Fill out our application here.

 

Direct Service

  • Hosted by SYM in the former UDYC building, the Breakfast Program is brand new starting October 1st, 2024. This program was started to fill gaps in morning services in the UD, especially in time for the cold weather months. Email Alyssa for more information and to join this team! This area has the most current need.

  • A team of SYM staff and volunteers walks the Ave a few days a week with hot coffee, hand warmers, and other supplies to deliver to folks spending time outside. Email Grace to join a Coffee Run.

  • Deliver a meal to Drop-in once a month or more frequently to provide necessary nutrition to young people in the Drop-in Center. These can be home-cooked, frozen, or ordered from a restaurant for pick-up. Meals should be delivered to the office before 11am on the assigned day. Email Rita to get on the schedule.

  • Build relationships with young people at Drop-in! Our Drop-in Center provides basic and immediate needs for young people, including food, hygiene items, showers, clothing, and laundry. It is here that SYM staff and volunteers first meet young people, learn their stories and build relationships with them. Drop-in volunteers help us to make connections and meet needs of anyone that comes to our space. 

    Drop-in hours: Monday-Friday: 10am-1pm

    Application

    Email completed application to Rita, or mail to
    Street Youth Ministries
    4540 15th Avenue
    Seattle, WA 98105

  • Join staff members as they take clients out to experiences and activities around the city of Seattle or in hosting activities in Drop-In such as bingo, crafts and more. Email Alyssa for more information.

Indirect Service

  • Support the Admin team with data entry, logging, shredding and procurement. Email Rita for more information.

  • Volunteer with a large or small group to complete projects around the SYM campus. Projects may include facility updates, cleaning, or neighborhood service. Email Rita for more information.

  • Give funds to support SYM’s ongoing work in the University District. Give here.

SYM would not be able to exist without our volunteers. 

Thank you!