Service Learning Opportunities
Service Learning Opportunities
Summer Hours
Please Note: Summer hours that students complete that meet the service-learning requirement can be counted toward the 60-hour graduation requirement, except for incoming freshmen who can claim only 15 service learning hours in the summer before they start at Ballard HS.
Service Learning Requirements Service learning is giving time, without pay. One of the graduation requirements for Seattle Public Schools is 60 hours of Service Learning for all students. Ballard HS also offers an Above and Beyond Award at graduation for students who complete 240 hours or more.
Service learning allows students to learn and to apply academic, social and personal skills through activities and is important in helping build a resume for college, learn leadership, apply for jobs or other opportunities including scholarships. Students make a difference and address authentic community needs. As part of service learning, students are asked to reflect and report on their experiences.
New Opportunities!
Not necessarily in date order.
Ballard Little League
Ballard Little League is a service organization capable of providing consistent opportunities for students to earn service hours and give back to their community.
We have 5 main opportunities for high school students to earn service hours.
- Work with our Fields Manager to help with field maintenance, which may include tasks such as: raking, dragging the fields, preparing the fields on Saturday morning for weekend play and other tasks as assigned by the Fields Manager.
- Work with our Social Media Manager to go to games to take pictures for our social media pages.
- Volunteer for special events such as Jamboree, Hit-a-Thon, Championship weekend and our End of season volunteer appreciation dinner. Volunteers may do anything to help with the event from running kids game to event set up/tear down.
- Help at practices for coaches. We have opportunities with baseball and softball teams to help them at practices. If the schedules align, this opportunity could be consistent enough to provide a large # of hours.
- Helpour equipment manager organize the gear for the season and clean out the gear storage area as needed.
For each opportunity, we kindly request that students send an email to info@ballardlittleleague.com, and we will direct it to the appropriate board member. Thank you!
Magnolia Summerfest August 1, 2, & 3
Magnolia Summerfest is powered by community volunteers and we have hundreds of volunteer slots that need to be filled. Volunteer opportunities for students and families range from setting up the field, staffing the bouncy houses, hospitality booth, keeping the playfield secure, and so much more. Learn More!
Seattle Parks Aquatic Pool Lifeguard Training
Seattle Parks Aquatic Division is offering an 8-week vocational training to become a professional Beach and Pool lifeguard for the City of Seattle. The Lifeguard Training Team (LTT) program offers the possibility of a maximum of 128 service-learning hours as well as an inside track to be hired at one of our 9 pools or 9 beaches as a lifeguard. The starting wage for entry positions is approximately $27.28 per hour.
We currently have 10 spaces available for the LTT program at West Green Lake beach. Dates are June 23 – August 14 Monday and Thursday from 1 – 5 p.m.
Each year we have had candidates from both Ballard and Roosevelt high schools who complete the program, earn service-learning hours, and are hired by the City of Seattle. Please contact me with any questions at Meadowbrook Pool at 206-684-4989 or learn more on our website.
Outdoors for All Summer Camp Volunteers Needed
Outdoors for All Summer Camps provide outdoor recreation activities for youth and adults with disabilities. Volunteers will support staff and counselors with group management, activity delivery, and support campers to ensure safety, fun, and learning. We will be on the move enjoying activities that may include rock climbing, cycling, hiking, trips to the zoo, and visits to local parks. We offer youth and adult camps at Magnuson Park and Lake Sammamish State Park from June 26 – September 1. Volunteers must be 14+. To learn more and sign-up, visit our website.
Camp Invention Leadership Intern Roles!
Camp Invention this summer at Broadview-Thompson K-8 has fantastic volunteer leadership opportunity for high school students! We are looking for motivated, responsible high school students (grades 10–12 and college) to join us as Leadership Interns from July 21–25, 2025 (8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.) Leadership Interns play an essential role in the success of Camp Invention by: Supporting elementary campers as they explore hands-on STEM projects, Modeling positive leadership, teamwork, and creativity, Helping guide and mentor our younger Leaders-in-Training (middle schoolers), Building strong, supportive teams that inspire and uplift campers. Learn more on our National Inventors website.
This is a wonderful opportunity for students to develop leadership skills, earn community service hours and gain valuable experience for college applications and resumes.
- When: July 21–25, 2025 | 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
- Where: Broadview-Thompson K-8
- Who: High school students (grades 10–12) and college students
- What: Volunteer Leadership Intern role at Camp Invention
- Perks: Earn up to 40 community service hours + receive a letter of recognition from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Interested? Email Manuel Monterrubio; mamonterrubi@seattleschools.org
Camp Woodrich
Building character, confidence, and community—one FUN adventure at a time! Camp Woodrich exists to bring joy, adventure, and rest to families with children with special needs. Looking for Service Hours? Bring joy, adventure, and rest to a family with special needs – sign up today to be a one-on-one buddy with a child to give them an amazing summer camp experience! Visit our website to apply to volunteer.
Seattle Universal Math Museum (SUMM)
SUMM is a registered 501c3 nonprofit dedicated to providing informal math education to communities of opportunity around the Greater Seattle Area. We are currently looking for high school-age volunteers to join us at farmers’ markets and community centers this summer. Learn more about volunteering and apply on the SUMM website.
Ballard SeafoodFest July 11-13
We are recruiting volunteers for the 2025 Ballard SeafoodFest occurring July 11 – 13. There are many positions available for high schoolers for volunteer hours for anyone who helps out at the festival! We specifically need volunteers for the Kids Area, the Bouncy House Area, the Info Booth, and the Salmon BBQ.
See all available SeafoodFest Volunteer Positions on our: Seafood Fest website
PNA Volunteer Positions
New opportunities to volunteer with the Phinney Neighborhood Association (PNA)! Refer to the Phinney Neighborhood Association (PNA) website to find classes and events to support and earn Service Learning hours! Lots of events to choose from too!
North Helpline
North Helpline, a food bank and homelessness prevention org in Lake City and we are in the process of reconnecting with community partners for volunteer recruiting! We are looking for student volunteers. Visit our North Helpline website for more details.
Ballard Community Center Volunteers Needed
Join Us! Get Service Hours. We need help with special events, arts and crafts, and set up and tear downs.
Visit our Ballard Community Center website or call us at 206-684-4083 or email: Hanan.Gumale@seattle.gov
Green Seattle Partnership Many Opportunities
The Green Seattle Partnership (GSP) is a collaborative initiative to restore and enhance Seattle’s forested parklands. The ecological restoration connection and access to nature, strengthens community cohesion, improves the health of the Puget Sound, and increases climate change resiliency. Visit our Green Seattle Partnership to learn more and find your opportunity!
- Learn about habitat restoration, best management practices for managing invasive species, proper planting technique, community action, and more!
- Get hands-on experience with guidance from forest stewards or GSP staff. After attending just a few events you’ll be a seasoned veteran! Service learning credits always available.
- Make a difference by helping our forested parklands thrive. The work our volunteers do contributes to the health of Seattle’s green spaces, and ensures that we’ll have access to thriving natural areas well into the future.
Math & Puzzle Club at RESMS Looking For Volunteers
The Math & Puzzle Club at Robert Eagle Staff Middle School is looking for high schoolers interested in serving as assistant coaches. Responsibilities may include leading math games and hands-on activities, tutoring in small groups, photocopying materials for club meetings, and managing snacks. Students interested in a career in teaching can start to build the skills of writing and presenting solutions to complicated math problems. No advanced math or competition math experience is required. Interested students can email Ms Rubio at sjrubio@seattleschools.org and Coach Nick at mathclub@eaglestaffptsa.org.
Eat Happy Now Volunteer Opportunities
Eat Happy is a new King County-based organization that aims to decrease hunger in our community by bridging the gap between local grocery stores and restaurants and people who are experiencing food insecurity. We collaborate with local establishments, pick up their excess food free of charge, and deliver directly to shelters, food banks, and community centers. Volunteers who are willing to use their vehicle to pick up and deliver food on a job-by-job basis. Each week, bi-weekly or monthly select any single task (approximately 60-120 minutes each) that works for your schedule.
Our streamlined app makes it easy to know where to go, when to pick up, and who to deliver to. Not only will volunteers make a direct impact on people experiencing food insecurity, but they will help keep food waste out of landfills, and learn valuable skills like coordination and communication with working in their community. Questions: Refer to the Eat Happy Now website or email volunteers@eathappynow.org
Ballard HS Library Service Learning Opportunities
Students have earned Community Service Learning hours for:
- Shelving books, processing books, week books, fixing shelves, help clean the library, make book displays
- Computer maintenance
- Reading to 2nd grade students for Reading Buddies
- Creating online tutorials
- Making scrolling PowerPoint
- MakerSpace crafts, projects for lunchtime, organizing MakerSpace
- Create book posters on Adobe spark
- Create Rubik’s Cube murals
- Read first chapters aloud for Youtube channel and Schoology theme Picture Books
- Become a Library Leader
- Create Book Collections with Ms. Chambers
Reach out to Ms Chambers at tschambers@seattleschools.org for specific details. Visit the BHS Service Learning page for school information and forms.
Fun With PALS
PALS Programs creates inclusive camp experiences for individuals with and without Down syndrome. Our volunteer- led programs change attitudes, transform lives, and inspire a world of belonging. Apply to participate today by visiting our PALS Program website or email support@palsprograms.org for more information. PALS Programs feature a 1:1 pairing model that partners individuals with Down syndrome with a peer (ages 15+) who does not have Down syndrome to experience a fun-filled, transformative week together. PALS is looking for volunteers now to help run its summer program. PALS could be a fun and meaningful way for students to earn up to 100 service hours.
Ballard Food Bank Needs Volunteers
The Ballard Food Bank needs volunteers for various duties at the bank itself and for helping out with deliveries. Volunteers are the heart of Ballard Food Bank Every month more than 135 volunteers donate hours of service. They sort food, stock shelves, and help clients shop.
The first step to becoming a Ballard Food Bank volunteer is to complete our volunteer application. At the same time, familiarize yourself with our volunteer operating policies which explain qualifications, safety and behavioral standards. You will be notified once your volunteer application has been approved. You will receive an email inviting you to volunteer orientation! Visit our Ballard Food Bank volunteer page for more information and resources.
United Indians of All Tribes
Website: United Indians of All Tribes website. We welcome all volunteers, even if this is their first time participating in the Native community! Becoming a volunteer is as simple as filling out our application and signing up for an opportunity. Some of our most anticipated opportunities are our annual events:
- Seafair Indian Days Powwow, Indigenous People’s Day, Native Life in the City Gala, Native Art Market
The best way to stay up to date on these opportunities, as well as other important news, is by signing up for our volunteer email list!
Other places to find Service Learning Opportunities
- Camp Fire– Teen Leadership Program
- City of Seattle – Volunteering and Participating
- EarthCorps
- Eventbrite – Volunteer events
- Phinney Neighborhood Association
- Seattle Tilth – Garden Volunteer Opportunities
- Seattle Aquarium – School Year & Summer
- The Service Board
- Student Conservation Association
- Teens in Public Service
- United Way of King County
- The Vera Project
- Seattle Parks & Recreation – Service Learning and Community Service for Teens
- Volunteer Match Seattle (need to create an account)
Reminders
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