Volunteer

Want to have an impact in your community? Contribute your time, skills, or resources to Wild Whatcom!

Volunteers are a vital part of Wild Whatcom. From serving on a committee to supporting our mentors in the field, or joining our Board of Directors - your participation will make us stronger and better. We have a variety of volunteer roles that provide support for our work. Let us know in your volunteer form which one is best suited to your skills and interest!

If you are interested, read more about our volunteer roles below and fill out our volunteer form.

For job openings, visit our employment page.

If you have a disability and need accommodation please leave us a voicemail at (360) 389-3414 | 711 (TTY/WA Relay) or by emailing info@wildwhatcom.org.

Stipends and child care/transportation reimbursement funds are available for all Committee and Board meetings while funds last.

Volunteer Process

All volunteers must attend a volunteer orientation prior to volunteering.

For Field Volunteers (outside with our participants) we host volunteer orientations up to three times per year based on need and capacity.

  • Next Field Volunteer Orientation: TBA

For Committee Members, we host committee orientations annually in the early spring. In the meantime, let us know if you have any questions after submitting your volunteer form.

  • Next Committee Volunteer Orientation: TBA

For Board Members, individuals must serve on a Committee for a minimum of three months before joining our Board of Directors to support on-boarding and relationship building.

Orientations are located at our office at 1015 Girard Street across from a WTA bus stop. Have accessibility needs or requests? Don't hesitate to reach us as info@wildwhatcom.org or (360) 389-3414 | 711 (TTY/WA Relay)

Volunteer Roles

Field Volunteer (weekday)

Work alongside our mentors in our after school program, Neighborhood Nature, with grades K-2. Outings run Monday-Thursday from 2:00-5:00PM at parks in Bellingham. Commitment: once a week for a three month season (Fall, Winter, or Spring).

field volunteer (Weekend)

Work alongside our mentors in our Explorers Club program with grades 2-3. Outings run on weekends from 9:30-2:30PM at parks around Whatcom County. Commitment: once a month for a total of eight outings from September-June.

outreach & Events committee

These volunteers, staff, and board members help build awareness and support for our mission and programs. Many activities can be done on your own time, like posting flyers or writing thank you cards. The group also helps with tabling at community events and supporting fundraisers like nature trivia at local pubs. Commitment: meets monthly with a suggested one-year term.

finance committee

These board members, volunteers, and staff support our staff leadership and board in financial tracking and planning. This group reviews the budget and financial projections as well as supports conversations around financial planning, investing, and staff changes. Commitment: meets monthly with a suggested one-year term.

governance committee

This group meets as needed to support preparation for our annual board retreat, annual review of the Executive Director, and overall board and committee functioning, recruiting, and on-boarding. Commitment: meets monthly with a suggested one-year term.

board of directors

This group of individuals have legal and fiduciary responsibilities, ensuring that Wild Whatcom fulfills its mission and financial integrity. The Board discusses items ranging from annual budgets to Executive Director hiring. Commitment: meets five times per year at a potluck gathering (quarterly meetings and a retreat). Board members serve two-year terms and must serve on a committee prior to joining the Board.

grant review committee

This committee is for those who want to support from afar. Committee members support with writing and editing grants remotely when needed. Our team reaches out via email to this group to ask for help about 1-2 times per quarter.

Volunteer Form

Please fill out this form and we will contact you. Please note: we may not reach out until closer to our volunteer orientations.

By completing this form, you will receive our monthly newsletter and occasional program news and event announcements. You are welcome to opt-out or unsubscribe at any time. Your privacy and right to control what mail you receive is very important to us. Wild Whatcom only sends communications to individuals with whom we have an on-going individual or business relationship. Know that all messages will come directly from us and we will not share, sell, or rent your email to anyone.

For questions about our volunteer program, email info@wildwhatcom.org.