New Futures has many programs and events that we could not provide without the assistance of our volunteers. Please review the opportunities below to see how you can create communities where children thrive.

If you are interested in volunteering with New Futures, please contact our Development Associate, Deandra Hee at (206) 248-9647 or deandrah@newfutures.org.

For more information about our sites in Burien, Boulevard Park, SeaTac, and White Center, click here.

Click here for volunteer requirements. Thank you for your interest!

Children & Youth

Summer program tutor/assistant (summer program)
Description: Help elementary-age students with homework, work on reading skills, participate in arts and crafts, and possibly go on fieldtrips. Volunteers will also act as a mentor and role model, providing companionship and friendship for students during the program. Consistency, dependability, and compassion are a must.
Time Commitment: At least two days per week for three weeks.
Site & Schedule: The Heights at Burien (Mon - Fri, 1-4pm); Windsor Heights (Mon - Thurs, 1-3pm)

Special project teacher (summer program)
Description: Lead elementary-age students in a fun art project or teach them an interesting, age-appropriate activity. Dependability, patience, and compassion are a must.
Time Commitment: One or more sessions over the course of two three week programs.
Site & Schedule: The Heights at Burien (Mon - Fri, 1-4pm)

Youth program leader (summer program)
Description: Volunteer for our Youth Program and work with middle and high school students to help with homework, improve study skills, review concepts from current classes, and any other areas they need assistance with. Some days there is also a focus on issues that face teens today, like drugs, dating, decision-making, school and college, and many other topics.
Time Commitment: At least one session per week for six weeks
Site & Schedule: The Heights at Burien (Tues - Thurs, 1-4pm; Fri, 11-4pm)

Family

Family night assistant (summer)
Description: Enjoy crafts, games, and other fun activities with families and elementary-age children.
Time Commitment: At least two hours per week.
Site & Schedule: Windsor Heights (Tues, 6-8pm)

Community

Clothing bank (summer)
Description: We need volunteers to sort and organize donations to our clothing bank.
Time Commitment: At least two hours per week for six to eight weeks.
Site & Schedule: Windsor Heights (schedule is flexible)

New Futures Requirements to Volunteer

1. All volunteers who work with children must pass a background check.
2. We do not accept court ordered volunteers.
3. We welcome group and family volunteers when appropriate for the program.
4. Any volunteer under 16 years of age must be approved by the site or be volunteering with an adult family member.
5. All volunteers must fill out a volunteer application packet before they can begin volunteering. Contact Deandra Hee at (206) 248-9647 or deandrah@newfutures.org.