Volunteers are the heart of our organization.
In 2024, APOYO volunteers donated over 4,000 hours of their time. Students and community members dedicate themselves to changing the lives of those we serve by:
- Helping others
- Collaborating with Kittitas County organizations
- Connecting with individuals of diverse backgrounds
- Inspiring new ideas and solutions
- Practicing Spanish
For more information, check out our Frequently Asked Questions page.
We also welcome community service hours. Note: an adult must accompany youth under 18.
Follow the next three steps to become part of APOYO’s team!
Step One – Activities
Check out our current list of activities you can help with:
- Weekdays – On-call Gleaning Team
- Wednesdays (10 am – noon) – Help unload the food truck
- Tuesdays (1 pm – 3 pm) – Help organize the Community Closet
- Wednesdays and Saturdays (afternoons) – Help during food distribution hours. We ask that volunteers arrive a half-hour before distribution and stay a half-hour after to help store perishables. (Click here for the distribution schedule)
- Aventureros (Adventurers) Program (weekdays) – Outdoor environmental education and sustainability activities for youth and families.
- Youth Empowerment Program – activities include tabling, graphic design, marketing, community events, and mentorship
Step Two – Register
Everyone – Please fill out our online volunteer form.
CWU Students – Do you wish to add your off-campus service experiences to your CWU profile? Please visit the FAQ section of CWU SLICE’s webpage, for more information.
Step Three – Visit the APOYO Office
NOTICE:
APOYO is now doing volunteer trainings every month. We ask all existing and new volunteers to attend at least one meeting during your time as an APOYO volunteer. If none of the days or times work for you, please reach out to our office at (509)201-1820 to schedule a time that works for you.
Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to view our training schedule for the month. (@ApoyoEllensburg)
APOYO supplies all volunteers with a handbook that includes volunteer release agreements. You may download and sign the release agreement form beforehand or come into the office!