Opportunities From: United Way of Pierce County

Volunteer: Youth Volunteer Opportunities

Youth Volunteer Opportunities

Youth volunteers can make a meaningful impact by helping REACH prepare for camps, events, and family programs.

This is a great opportunity for students, youth groups, clubs, churches, and families looking to complete service hours while supporting children and families affected by HIV.

Youth volunteers may help by:

Collecting items for welcome bags Organizing donation drives or fundraisers Assembling camp materials and packets Assisting with setup and cleanup Organizing supplies and activity materials

Requirements

Under 18 with parent/guardian permission Some opportunities may require adult supervision

Time Commitment

Flexible opportunities available throughout the year.

 

Agency: REACH Ministries

Youth Volunteer Opportunities

Youth volunteers can make a meaningful impact by helping REACH prepare for camps, events, and family programs.

This is a great opportunity for students, youth groups, clubs, churches, and families looking to complete service hours while supporting children and families affected by HIV.

Youth volunteers may help by:

Collecting items for welcome bags Organizing donation drives or fundraisers Assembling camp materials and packets Assisting with setup and cleanup Organizing supplies and activity materials

Requirements

Under 18 with parent/guardian permission Some opportunities may require adult supervision

Time Commitment

Flexible opportunities available throughout the year.

 

Agency: REACH Ministries

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98403

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Office & Camp Prep Volunteer

Office & Camp Prep Volunteer

Help REACH prepare for our programs and Getaways by assisting with organization, assembly projects, and event preparation in our Tacoma office.

This is a wonderful opportunity for volunteers who want to support REACH behind the scenes.

Responsibilities

Assemble welcome bags and materials Organize camp supplies and storage Prepare lanyards, handbooks, and packets Help load and organize camp equipment Assist with office projects and event preparation

Requirements

Ages 16+ Organized and dependable Flexible weekday opportunities available

Time Commitment

Flexible weekday and occasional weekend opportunities are available throughout the year.


Agency: REACH Ministries

Office & Camp Prep Volunteer

Help REACH prepare for our programs and Getaways by assisting with organization, assembly projects, and event preparation in our Tacoma office.

This is a wonderful opportunity for volunteers who want to support REACH behind the scenes.

Responsibilities

Assemble welcome bags and materials Organize camp supplies and storage Prepare lanyards, handbooks, and packets Help load and organize camp equipment Assist with office projects and event preparation

Requirements

Ages 16+ Organized and dependable Flexible weekday opportunities available

Time Commitment

Flexible weekday and occasional weekend opportunities are available throughout the year.


Agency: REACH Ministries

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98403

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Transportation Volunteer

Transportation Volunteer

Transportation Volunteers help participants safely travel to and from the REACH Labor Day Getaway.

Your support helps ensure camp is accessible for individuals and families who may not otherwise be able to attend.

Responsibilities

Transport participants to and from camp Assist with luggage and mobility needs Help create a safe and welcoming travel experience

Requirements

Must be 21+ Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance Volunteer application and screening required Volunteer training required

Time Commitment

Flexible opportunities available before and after the Getaway weekend.

Agency: REACH Ministries

Transportation Volunteer

Transportation Volunteers help participants safely travel to and from the REACH Labor Day Getaway.

Your support helps ensure camp is accessible for individuals and families who may not otherwise be able to attend.

Responsibilities

Transport participants to and from camp Assist with luggage and mobility needs Help create a safe and welcoming travel experience

Requirements

Must be 21+ Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance Volunteer application and screening required Volunteer training required

Time Commitment

Flexible opportunities available before and after the Getaway weekend.

Agency: REACH Ministries

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Sep 4, 2026 through Sep 7, 2026

Zip Code: 98403

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Rover & Logistics Volunteer

Rover & Logistics Volunteer

Rovers help keep the REACH Labor Day Getaway running smoothly by assisting with behind-the-scenes support and logistics throughout the weekend.

This role is perfect for volunteers who enjoy helping wherever needed and being part of a supportive team environment.

Families stay together in their own lodging accommodations, while volunteers stay in volunteer housing areas.

Responsibilities

Assist with setup and cleanup Help transport supplies between buildings Prepare activity and meeting spaces Support staff with logistics and transitions Assist wherever extra help is needed

Requirements

Must be 18+ Volunteer application required Volunteer training required

Time Commitment

Agency: REACH Ministries

Rover & Logistics Volunteer

Rovers help keep the REACH Labor Day Getaway running smoothly by assisting with behind-the-scenes support and logistics throughout the weekend.

This role is perfect for volunteers who enjoy helping wherever needed and being part of a supportive team environment.

Families stay together in their own lodging accommodations, while volunteers stay in volunteer housing areas.

Responsibilities

Assist with setup and cleanup Help transport supplies between buildings Prepare activity and meeting spaces Support staff with logistics and transitions Assist wherever extra help is needed

Requirements

Must be 18+ Volunteer application required Volunteer training required

Time Commitment

Agency: REACH Ministries

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Sep 4, 2026 through Sep 7, 2026

Zip Code: 98403

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Camp Counselor Volunteer

Camp Counselor Volunteer

REACH Ministries is seeking caring and energetic volunteers to serve as Camp Counselors during our REACH Labor Day Getaway.

Camp Counselors help create a fun, safe, and supportive environment for children attending the Getaway. Counselors are paired in teams of two and are assigned a small group of approximately 3–4 children for the weekend.

Counselors guide children through the daily schedule, activities, meals, and transitions while helping build friendships, confidence, and connection throughout the weekend.

Families stay together in their own lodging accommodations, while volunteers stay in volunteer housing areas.

Responsibilities

Supervise and support a small group of children throughout the day Guide children through scheduled activities and events Help children feel included, safe, and engaged Assist with transitions between buildings and activities Encourage positive friendships and participation Coordinate with parents when children would like to return to family activities or personal time Support children during both family activities and child-only activities throughout the weekend

Counselors are actively involved with their group beginning after breakfast through the evening social activities each day.

Requirements

Must be 18+ Enjoy working with children and families Volunteer application and screening required TB test required Volunteer training required

Time Commitment

Agency: REACH Ministries

Camp Counselor Volunteer

REACH Ministries is seeking caring and energetic volunteers to serve as Camp Counselors during our REACH Labor Day Getaway.

Camp Counselors help create a fun, safe, and supportive environment for children attending the Getaway. Counselors are paired in teams of two and are assigned a small group of approximately 3–4 children for the weekend.

Counselors guide children through the daily schedule, activities, meals, and transitions while helping build friendships, confidence, and connection throughout the weekend.

Families stay together in their own lodging accommodations, while volunteers stay in volunteer housing areas.

Responsibilities

Supervise and support a small group of children throughout the day Guide children through scheduled activities and events Help children feel included, safe, and engaged Assist with transitions between buildings and activities Encourage positive friendships and participation Coordinate with parents when children would like to return to family activities or personal time Support children during both family activities and child-only activities throughout the weekend

Counselors are actively involved with their group beginning after breakfast through the evening social activities each day.

Requirements

Must be 18+ Enjoy working with children and families Volunteer application and screening required TB test required Volunteer training required

Time Commitment

Agency: REACH Ministries

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Sep 4, 2026 through Sep 7, 2026

Zip Code: 98403

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Companion Volunteer (Mobility & Friendship Support)

REACH Ministries is looking for compassionate volunteers to support elderly participants and individuals with mobility challenges during our REACH Getaways.

Companion Volunteers help ensure every participant feels included, supported, and connected throughout the weekend. Volunteers may assist participants walking between buildings, getting to meals and activities, carrying small items, and most importantly — offering friendship and conversation.

This role is perfect for someone who enjoys one-on-one connection, listening, and helping others feel comfortable and cared for.

Responsibilities Walk alongside participants between buildings Help participants get to meals, activities, and events Provide companionship and conversation Assist with light mobility support Help participants feel welcomed and included Requirements Compassionate and patient personality Comfortable walking around camp grounds Volunteer application and training required TB test/background screening may be required depending on role Time Commitment

REACH Labor Day Getaway -  September 4–7, 2026
Spring Getaway - April 2-4, 2027

Lodging, meals, snacks, and volunteer support are provided throughout the weekend.

Agency: REACH Ministries

REACH Ministries is looking for compassionate volunteers to support elderly participants and individuals with mobility challenges during our REACH Getaways.

Companion Volunteers help ensure every participant feels included, supported, and connected throughout the weekend. Volunteers may assist participants walking between buildings, getting to meals and activities, carrying small items, and most importantly — offering friendship and conversation.

This role is perfect for someone who enjoys one-on-one connection, listening, and helping others feel comfortable and cared for.

Responsibilities Walk alongside participants between buildings Help participants get to meals, activities, and events Provide companionship and conversation Assist with light mobility support Help participants feel welcomed and included Requirements Compassionate and patient personality Comfortable walking around camp grounds Volunteer application and training required TB test/background screening may be required depending on role Time Commitment

REACH Labor Day Getaway -  September 4–7, 2026
Spring Getaway - April 2-4, 2027

Lodging, meals, snacks, and volunteer support are provided throughout the weekend.

Agency: REACH Ministries

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Sep 4, 2026 through Sep 7, 2026

Zip Code: 98403

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: REACH VOLUNTEER

YOUTH
Volunteers under the age of 18 may serve by helping with early preparations either in the office or at Camp
prior to families’ arrival:
Pre-camp
Hold a drive to collect items for welcome baskets (stickers, crayons, travel sized shampoos or
lotions, hair ties, Kleenex, etc) for 60 families.
Organize a bake-sale, carwash, service day or other project to send a REACH child to camp ($750).
Assemble medical baggies, lanyards or handbooks for volunteers.
Help sort camp storage items and/or transfer them to camp.
Set-up Thursday morning of Camp
Form a team to setup cabins, distributing water and welcome items.
Clean-up Monday, Labor Day
Help clean and collect items from cabins and transport back to Tacoma
ADULTS
Volunteers 18 years and older may serve as REACH Camp Counselors or Rovers, changing a child’s life.
Counselors
Serve 4-6 days at Camp.
Application, Tb test and summer training required.
Rovers
Serve in 4 hour shifts during Camp helping with logistics and important support tasks.
Application, Tb test and summer training required.
Other service opportunities for Camp:
Pre-Camp
Serve on an Advisory Team assisting with procurement
Approach businesses for in-kind donations or sponsorships.
Hold a drive to collect items for welcome baskets for 60 families.
Organize a bake sale, car wash, service day or other projects.
Partner with REACH by sending a child to Camp ($750)
Assemble medical baggies, lanyards or handbooks for volunteers.
Form a team to setup cabins, distributing water and welcome items.
Help clean and collect items from cabins and transport back to Tacoma.
Drivers
Transport families to and from camp, from their homes or airports.
Application, Tb test and summer training required.

Agency: REACH Ministries

YOUTH
Volunteers under the age of 18 may serve by helping with early preparations either in the office or at Camp
prior to families’ arrival:
Pre-camp
Hold a drive to collect items for welcome baskets (stickers, crayons, travel sized shampoos or
lotions, hair ties, Kleenex, etc) for 60 families.
Organize a bake-sale, carwash, service day or other project to send a REACH child to camp ($750).
Assemble medical baggies, lanyards or handbooks for volunteers.
Help sort camp storage items and/or transfer them to camp.
Set-up Thursday morning of Camp
Form a team to setup cabins, distributing water and welcome items.
Clean-up Monday, Labor Day
Help clean and collect items from cabins and transport back to Tacoma
ADULTS
Volunteers 18 years and older may serve as REACH Camp Counselors or Rovers, changing a child’s life.
Counselors
Serve 4-6 days at Camp.
Application, Tb test and summer training required.
Rovers
Serve in 4 hour shifts during Camp helping with logistics and important support tasks.
Application, Tb test and summer training required.
Other service opportunities for Camp:
Pre-Camp
Serve on an Advisory Team assisting with procurement
Approach businesses for in-kind donations or sponsorships.
Hold a drive to collect items for welcome baskets for 60 families.
Organize a bake sale, car wash, service day or other projects.
Partner with REACH by sending a child to Camp ($750)
Assemble medical baggies, lanyards or handbooks for volunteers.
Form a team to setup cabins, distributing water and welcome items.
Help clean and collect items from cabins and transport back to Tacoma.
Drivers
Transport families to and from camp, from their homes or airports.
Application, Tb test and summer training required.

Agency: REACH Ministries

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 98405

Allow Groups: Yes