Become a volunteer
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of seniors in Skagit County? The Skagit Council on Aging is seeking dedicated volunteers to support local seniors through vital programs like Skagit County Meals on Wheels.
Ways to volunteer
There are many ways you can contribute your time and talents to ensure seniors in our community receive the nutrition and support they need.
Meal Delivery Drivers
Be the friendly face that seniors look forward to seeing! Volunteer drivers deliver hot, nutritious meals directly to seniors’ homes. This vital service provides not only food but also a moment of connection for isolated seniors.
- Commitment: Weekly or daily shifts (2-3 hours per shift).
- Requirements: Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and a willingness to make a difference.
Kitchen Assistance
Help prepare and package meals at one of our kitchens. Join a team of volunteers who ensure every meal meets the highest standards of quality and care.
- Commitment: Flexible shifts available Monday through Friday.
Event Volunteers
Support special events like fundraisers, community outreach, and holiday meal programs. Your help makes these events possible and ensures our programs remain well-funded and accessible.
Administrative Support
Assist with tasks like data entry, event planning, or helping with special deliveries. These behind-the-scenes efforts are essential to keeping Skagit County Meals on Wheels running smoothly.
Join the Board of Directors
Why Join the Board?
As a Board Member, you will:
- Make an Impact: Provide strategic oversight to ensure Skagit County Meals on Wheels continues to meet the growing inneds of seniors in our community.
- Shape the Future: Help us expand services, address challenges like food insecurity, and advocate for resources to support our aging populations.
- Collaborate with Community Leaders: Work alongside a passionate team of professionals and volunteers dedicated to improving the lives of seniors.
- Enhance Your Leadership Skills: Gain valuable experience in nonprofit governance, strategic planning, and community engagement.
What We're Looking For
We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and professions who:
- Have a commitment to supporting seniors and addressing community need.
- Bring diverse skills, perspectives, or expertise in areas like fundraising, marketing, finance, or nonprofit management.
- Can attend monthly meetings and actively participate in Board activities. The Board meets the 4th Thursday of each month at Skagit County Public Health in Mount Vernon.
If you're ready to help shape the future of senior care in Skagit County, we encourage you to apply!
For more information about our volunteer opportunities, please contact us.
“There really aren’t enough accolade words in the dictionary to describe what our volunteers mean to us. Sure, it is a wonderful thing to hear that doorbell ring every day — a warm meal delivered to our door, someone to check on us, to care. But beyond that… volunteers make our good life possible. How can I find words for that?”
Meals on Wheels Recipient
WHO IS THE SKAGIT COUNTY COUNCIL ON AGING?
This website is owned and operated by the Skagit Council on Aging (SCOA) — a 501 (c)(3) non-profit established to partner with local government to promote programs assisting those over 60 years of age and those younger with disabilities with health and well-being issues.
Partnering with Skagit County since the 1970s to provide funding and administer programming, SCOA currently provides a mechanism for fundraising to assist Skagit County Meals on Wheels.
- Provide on-site and delivered hot meals by funding delivery vehicles
- Fund meal preparation and related equipment
- Maintaining nutrition sites at senior centers
- And other appropriate activities
SUPPORTING PARTNERS
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE NATIONAL
MEALS ON WHEELS PROGRAM
Meals on Wheels America is the leadership organization supporting more than 5,000 community-based programs across the country that are dedicated to addressing senior isolation and hunger.
Vision
An America in which all seniors live nourished lives with independence and dignity.
Mission
To empower local community programs to improve the health and quality of life of the seniors they serve so that no one is left hungry or isolated.
