Volunteer Opportunities with Children and Families

Volunteer Opportunities with Older Adults

Volunteer Opportunities at Events

Volunteer Opportunities for Groups



If you would you like us to help you find an MFS volunteer position in the Greater Portland, Oregon region that matches your skills, interests, and available time you can register online.


Volunteer Opportunities with Older Adults

RSVP– volunteer with all ages. RSVP volunteers share their expertise in rewarding jobs with people of all ages in schools, hospitals, museums, the arts, the environment, and other non-profit agencies throughout Multnomah County. Volunteers are eligible to receive mileage reimbursement and supplemental liability/accident insurance. The time commitment varies according to site placement; however, volunteers contribute an average of 16 hours of service each week and work both as individuals and on team projects. You can view a job description, complete an application, or Heather Pruess at heatherp@metfamily.org or 503.249.8215, ext. 22.

Leadership Opportunities. Designed to appeal to individuals age 50 and above who are looking to use their professional and life experiences to effect social change. Examples include joining a Speaker’s Bureau to promote intergenerational services and recruit service volunteers or become an Advocate for state and federal policy change in legal, financial, and institutional barriers to continued employment, education, or volunteer opportunities. Leadership opportunities include short-term leadership and team projects.

Please contact Stefana Sardo at stefanas@metfamily.or or 503.232.0007, ext. 252 for information about current opportunities.

Project Linkage Volunteer Opportunities
with Older Adults
Drivers, provide a valuable service to older adults and people with disabilities who do not have transportation to and from grocery shopping, important medical and personal appointments. Daytime drivers are urgently needed; however, the time commitment is flexible and variable – we work with your schedule. You can view a job description, complete an application, or contact Heather Pruess at heatherp@metfamily.org or 503.249.8215, ext. 22.

For all additional Project Linkage volunteer opportunities below, you can complete an application or contact Heather Pruess at heatherp@metfamily.org or 503.249.8215, ext. 22.

Bus and Van Driver. Project Linkage bus and van drivers use our Project Linkage vehicles (minivan or 14 passenger bus) to drive older adults to the grocery store, potluck lunches, medical appointments, and general outings. We ask volunteers to be available for three to four hour blocks of time, mornings or afternoons.

Friendly Visitor. Project Linkage friendly visitors make a difference in the life of someone who is homebound and lacks family support. Volunteers visit with clients in NE Portland on a one time or ongoing basis and can sometimes assist with special requests or errands. The time commitment is flexible and variable; most friendly visitor volunteers visit every couple of weeks for a few hours.

Home Repair. Project Linkage volunteers help to keep an older adults’ living environment safe and sanitary. Home maintenance volunteers may be involved in weatherization, replacing light bulbs, fixing steps and railings, or gutter cleaning. The time commitment is flexible and variable; most volunteers contribute five to ten hours a month, though more may be needed if volunteers are willing and able!

Shopper or Escort. Project Linkage shoppers and escorts make it possible for an older adult to remain independent in their own home and receive adequate nutrition. Volunteers shop for or with clients: shoppers can transport and assist clients, or shop for the client using a list given to them; escorts accompany a Project Linkage bus trip, and assist clients with their shopping. Time commitment is typically once a week for two to four hours.

Telephone Reassurance Caller. Project Linkage telephone reassurance volunteers help older adults or people with disabilities who live alone and are isolated, feel safer and more secure by maintaining daily (or near daily) contact with the client. Volunteers typically make calls five days a week, lasting 10 to 15 minutes a call.



For additional information about volunteering, contact MFS at volunteer@metfamily.org or 503.232.0007, ext. 105.