Volunteer
Share Your Time and Talents with Treehouse
Volunteers are a critical part of how Treehouse supports youth in foster care. We welcome groups, individuals and families to join us.
Treehouse’s commitment to diversity and equity is central to our work with youth in foster care, and our volunteers are our partners in this work. Treehouse serves youth and caregivers of many races and ethnicities, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and religious beliefs. We seek volunteers who reflect that diversity. We know that everyone is at a different place in their learning about dismantling racism and other forms of oppression, but our expectation is that Treehouse volunteers bring a personal commitment to continued learning and action on these fronts.
Want to join us? Please view our volunteer opportunities below. We look forward to working with you.
One-Time / Short-Term Volunteers
KIRO Holiday Magic Telethon Event (Wednesday, 12/10)
KIRO Newsradio is hosting their 37th campaign to support Treehouse’s work for youth in foster care on Wednesday December 10. We are looking for volunteers to help answer phones during the daylong telethon. Shifts are scheduled throughout the day from 5:45 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Volunteers can sign up here:
KIRO Holiday Magic Telethon shifts
We don’t reserve group spots in these shifts, but members of groups are welcome to sign up individually. Each shift is open to 8–10 volunteers.
Important: Volunteers will be recorded on a live video/audio stream on KIRO’s social media during their shift. Please only sign up if you consent to appearing in live and recorded video, audio, and still photography.
Each volunteer must register separately by Monday, December 8.
We rely on volunteer support for this event, so please only register to volunteer if you’re certain you are available.
Age requirement: this shift is open to adults age 18+.
Treehouse Store–Group Volunteer Shifts
Our November/December group shifts in the Treehouse Store are in high demand, so please contact us to reserve your shift as soon as possible.
Groups in the Store work together on projects like sorting and processing incoming donations, fulfilling online orders, putting tags on clothing, and preparing the store for shopping days.
Our scheduling for groups is flexible, and our availability varies from week to week. Most shifts are available Tuesday-Saturday and are for groups with a minimum of 5 and a maximum of 15 volunteers. Most shifts take place between the hours of 10AM-4PM: we have limited evenings available.
If you are interested in bringing a group to volunteer in the Store, please email volunteer@treehouseforkids.org for scheduling information.
Age requirement: These shifts are open to youth age 12 and older. Volunteers age 16+ can volunteer on their own. We ask for a 5:1 ratio of students to adults for middle school-age groups. Volunteers under 18 must bring a waiver signed by their guardian.
Location: Treehouse Store, 2100 24th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98144
Treehouse Store–Holiday Helper One-Time Individual Shifts
We have several Treehouse Store shifts on our calendar that are open to one-time volunteers. These shifts are labeled “Holiday Helper,” “Individuals, Families, and Friends” or “Treehouse Admin Support” on our calendar here: Treehouse Store Support Shifts
These shifts involve sorting and processing incoming donations, putting tags on clothing, and preparing the Store for shopping days.
Age requirement: these shifts are open to youth 10+, 12+ or 16+, depending on the type of shift. All youth under age 16 must be accompanied by adult chaperones, with a 1:1 ratio of child to adult.
Location: Treehouse Store, 2100 24th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98144
Volunteers can find more information and sign up here:
Treehouse Store Support Shifts
Skills-Based Volunteers & Career Exploration Partners
About Skills-Based Volunteers
If you have a service or skill you would like to offer Treehouse, please fill out the form linked below. If we have a project that looks like it might be a good fit for you, we will reach out.
About Career Exploration Partners
One of the ways volunteers support youth in our programs is by serving as career exploration partners. When youth express an interest in a specific career, we can connect them with a volunteer in that field who is willing to host them for a job shadow experience or informational interview.
How to Register: Click here to complete our Skills-Based Volunteers & Career Exploration Partners Form.
Ongoing Volunteers
The Application Process - Start Here
1. Apply: As a prospective ongoing volunteer, review our roles below and then click here to complete our online interest form.
2. Standby: We review applications on a weekly basis and a Treehouse representative will contact you to let you know the status of your application and next steps.
3. Activate: Attend an orientation, pass a national background check and get started!
Treehouse Store–Assistant
Each year, more than 2,000 youth shop for clothes, toys, school supplies and more from the Treehouse Store, a free store for youth in foster care. Volunteers help process items in our warehouse to make it possible for us to provide a high-quality shopping experience to youth and caregivers.
We have ongoing in-person shifts in the Treehouse Store available for individual volunteers. Weekly shifts are scheduled from Tuesday – Saturday. We have morning and afternoon shifts.
Age requirement: This role is open to volunteers who are 12+. Volunteers who are 16+ can volunteer on their own: younger volunteers will need to volunteer along with an adult.
Location: Treehouse Store, 2100 24th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98144
Treehouse Store–Inventory Volunteer
Are you detail-oriented and passionate about organization? The Treehouse Store is looking for dedicated Inventory Volunteers to help sort, tag and track our supplies efficiently! The Treehouse Store provides clothing, books, toys, and other items to youth experiencing foster care across Washington state.
We have ongoing in-person shifts in the Treehouse Store available for individual volunteers. Weekly shifts for this role are scheduled from Tuesday – Friday. We have morning and afternoon shifts.
As an Inventory Volunteer, you’ll play a crucial role in keeping our operations running smoothly by:
- Sorting and organizing inventory to ensure accurate records
- Labeling, sorting, and stocking items in designated locations
- Updating inventory logs and tracking supply levels
- Assisting in inventory audits to maintain accuracy
Age requirement: This role is open to volunteers who are 12+. Volunteers who are 16+ can volunteer on their own: younger volunteers will need to volunteer along with an adult.
Location: Treehouse Store, 2100 24th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98144
Treehouse Store–Online Fulfillment
We are looking for individual volunteers to provide ongoing support for the Treehouse Store’s online order fulfillment processing. We provide clothing, books, toys, and other items to youth experiencing foster care across Washington state.
We have ongoing in-person shifts in the Treehouse Store available for individual volunteers. Weekly shifts are scheduled from Tuesday – Saturday. We have morning and afternoon shifts.
Age requirement: This role is open to volunteers who are 16+. Volunteers who are 16+ can volunteer on their own.
Location: Treehouse Store, 2100 24th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98144
Treehouse Store–Online Fulfillment Database Assistant
We’re also looking for reliable tech-savvy Online Fulfillment Database volunteers who can commit to a consistent schedule and assist staff on administrative and customer service tasks. These volunteers will be working on the computer using our database during their entire shift.
Responsibilities
• Assist in the management and maintenance of data within Microsoft Dynamics platform.
• Perform data entry and validation tasks to ensure accuracy and completeness of information.
• Generate reports to support online fulfillment priorities and decision making.
• Collaborate with team members to identify data needs and address them.
Qualifications
• Proficient in Dynamics or similar CRM
• Strong attention to detail
• Previous experience in data management or analysis preferred but not required
Please be able to commit to a consistent weekly schedule. We ask for a 3 month commitment for weekly shifts.
Age requirement: 18+
Location: Treehouse Store, 2100 24th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98144
Social Media Ambassador
Rally support for Treehouse using your social networks. Through simple tasks on social media, you can amplify our mission and reach.
Minimum Age: 18
Commitment: 5-10 minutes per week, for at least six months.
Treehouse Ambassador Board
The Treehouse Ambassador Board recruits throughout the year and selects and onboards new members in the spring. Please contact volunteer@treehouseforkids.org if you are interested in applying to the next TAB cohort.
We’re looking for individuals passionate about closing education and opportunity gaps for youth in foster care and who are excited to partner with Treehouse for community engagement, fundraising, and awareness efforts in their community. We welcome applications from anyone, and we especially welcome candidates who are people of color or identify as LGBTQ+, as well as anyone with foster care experience.
Minimum Age: 21
Commitment: TAB members are elected to a two-year term. The average commitment is 4-6 hours per month.
