Your Time Matters
It’s the greatest gift you can give to others. When you volunteer with TAF, the gift of your time grows real connections with our students and teachers—creating positive impact each time you volunteer.
Whether you’re looking for a one-time event support opportunity or recurring volunteer experiences, know that your invested time into community care ensures every student wins.
How to Be a TAF Volunteer
We match individuals with meaningful opportunities that fit their strengths and interests – whether that’s working directly with our students or taking on a more behind-the-scenes role. Through our quick onboarding process, you can begin making an impact in no time.
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Attend Introductory Info Session
~ Volunteer Orientation is required, and a virtual session is held every 3rd Wednesday of the month from 3-4pm.
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Complete Intake Forms
~ During your orientation, you will complete TAF’s Volunteer Disclosure Statement and the Volunteer Expectations, Rights, and Responsibilities form. -
Background Check and School District Approval
~ Depending on the volunteer opportunity, you may need to complete a background check.
Did you know?
Many companies match employee volunteer hours with a donation to the receiving nonprofit. Check with your employer today to see if your volunteer hours qualify when you volunteer with TAF.
Find Your Fit.
We are actively recruiting volunteers. Sign up below for any of these opportunities!
Teacher-Scientist Partnership
Opportunities
Upcoming
Opportunities
Our TSP program designs and grows industry-connected STEM experiences that open equitable pathways for students into science and technology fields.
These volunteer opportunities vary in time and location to fit your schedule.
Experienced Professionals In
Location: TAF@Saghalie
33914 19th Ave SW, Federal Way, WA 98023
Time Committment: Ongoing
Website Design
Video Game Design
Programming
Cybersecurity
Board Game Design
Microcontroller
Teacher Appreciation Month - May 28th
Location: Bethaday Community Learning Space
605 SW 108th St., Seattle, WA 98146
Time Committment: 4pm-6pm (drop in, no set timeframe)
May is teacher appreciation month! Our TAF partner educators work hard every day to make classrooms where their students feel heard, safe, and ready to learn! Help us celebrate those on the front lines of equitable education by joining our teacher celebration day. Volunteers will help us put together thank you notes and care packages for the educators at our partner schools in Federal Way, Tacoma, Yakima and all across Washington in our Martinez Fellowship program. While the timeframe is from 4-6pm we don’t expect volunteers to be present the entire timeframe, just as long as their schedule allows.
STEM Garden Class Audience
Location: TAF@Saghalie
33914 19th Ave SW, Federal Way, WA 98023
Time: 7:25am to 10:20am
The STEM Garden Class is presenting their Garden Stories from their winter project. They would love to have people come in and look at their stories and engage with them about their work! This event may be divided into two sessions depending on your schedule.
Storage Room and Classroom Cleanliness Assitant
Location: Bethaday Community Learning Space
605 SW 108th St., Seattle, WA 98146
Time Committment: Ongoing
A dedicated volunteer to clean the furniture in the storage room and main classroom areas on a monthly or semimonthly basis.
Ready to volunteer and change students' lives?
Does your organization hold Days of Service events? Consider volunteering for TAF. Contact our team today!
