Get Involved

We can’t end the cycles of violence in Washington County alone. We rely on the support of community members like you so that all survivors can experience safety, healing and hope.

Volunteer With Us

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We are always looking for dedicated, adaptable and  responsible volunteers who have a passion for helping others! Volunteers serve through events, outreach, and services in our center.

  • Qualifications (All Roles)

    • Friendly, welcoming, and reliable

    • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

    • Ability to work collaboratively with staff and other volunteers

    • Comfortable interacting with diverse populations

    • Ability to follow directions and adapt to changing needs

    • Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and professionalism

    Center Volunteers

    Volunteer roles stationed in the center and working directly with survivors (Pantry Volunteer, Boutique Volunteer, Peer Navigation Volunteer, Childcare Volunteer, Hospitality Volunteer) require an application, interview, background check, fingerprints, and 40-hours of online at-your-pace training before beginning.

    Event Volunteers

    Volunteer roles supporting events (Event Volunteer) require an application.

  • Supports the organization and distribution of food items in a respectful, dignified environment. Responsibilities include stocking shelves, assembling food packages, maintaining cleanliness, and following food safety guidelines. Volunteers do not provide advice, intake, or direct services. Confidentiality and professionalism are required.

  • Supports a survivor-centered clothing and essentials space by sorting items, maintaining organization, and supporting choice and dignity. Volunteers do not direct survivor decisions or engage in personal conversations. Emotional boundaries and confidentiality are required.

  • Provides structured, non-clinical support by welcoming survivors, orienting them to the Family Peace Center, and offering basic information about services. This role requires strong boundaries, emotional regulation, and adherence to scripts and escalation protocols. Advocacy, counseling, and crisis intervention are not part of this role.

  • Provides safe, age-appropriate supervision for children while caregivers meet with staff. Volunteers follow strict child safety protocols and do not discuss family circumstances or provide discipline beyond approved guidelines. This role requires enhanced screening and training.

  • Creates a calm and welcoming environment by greeting visitors, offering refreshments, and assisting with wayfinding. Volunteers do not conduct intake or discuss services in detail. Professional presence and confidentiality are required.

  • Event Volunteers support the Family Peace Center by helping plan, set up, execute, and wrap up special events that raise awareness, build community, and support survivors of domestic and sexual violence. These events may include community outreach events, fundraisers, awareness campaigns, trainings, and partner collaborations.

    Event Volunteers play an important role in creating a welcoming, organized, and supportive environment for attendees, partners, and staff.

Submit a volunteer application

Donate Items

People volunteering at a food bank sorting canned goods and bananas.

    • Canned goods

    • Pasta, rice, and beans

    • Produce such as apples and oranges

    • Ready to eat meals, frozen meals, meal kits, and microwave meals

    • Packaged single-serve for children of all ages

    • Soups and chili

    • Culturally appropriate dry or canned foods

    • Can openers

    • Protein shakes and those specialized for diabetes, children, and older adults

    • Any food or snacks for specialized dietary needs (dye-free, gluten/wheat-free, nut-free, milk/lactose-free, sugar-free, pork-free, egg-free, soy-free, sesame-free, fish/shellfish-free, Kosher, Halal, Vegetarian/Vegan)

    • Coffee pods and tea, creamer

    • All gender clothing in all sizes (0/XS-24/6XL+)

    • Warm clothes (hats, scarfs, gloves, coats)

    • Comfortable clothing (sweats, sweatshirts, sweatpants) in all sizes

    • New bras and underwear in all genders and sizes, particularly large sizes

    • Baby and toddler clothing

    • Diapers (particularly sizes 3-6 to T)

    • Hygiene supplies (shampoo, conditioner, soap, lotion, razors, deodorant, toothpaste, and toothbrushes)

    • New home goods for families (sheets, blankets, towels)s

    • Gift Cards to multi-stores such as Fred Meyer and Walmart, where families can choose their own items.

    • Used cell phone, regardless of make or model can be turned into Safe Phones. Phone must be wiped, factory reset, in working condition, and unlocked.

    • Used laptops with charger will be turned into Safe Computers for survivors to use in our Community Center. Computers must be wiped, factory reset, in working condition, and unlocked.

  • To donate items, please call the center or email Development@fjcwc.org to arrange for a drop off time at our Business Entrance.

    All food items must be new, unopened, and unexpired.

    All home goods, hygiene items, baby supplies, bras, and underwear must be new and unopened.

    All clothing and shoes must be in good condition without holes, stains, pet hair, or strong odors.

    What we offer survivors in our Community Center communicates what we think and feel about them. The Family Peace Center will show our survivors respect and dignity through what we offer.

    If you have items to donate that don’t fit the parameters, that’s ok! We also have a fabric recycling bin on site that raises funds with every pound of material donated.

    No matter what, we know your heart is in the right place and thank you so much for your support of survivors.

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