Volunteering:  Make a Difference

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Step up and be a real leader for progressive social change and social justice through long range planning, organizational sustainability, and fund development.  The Board of Directors is one of the most rewarding and visible ways to show your passion for NCJW and its courage in addressing progressive issues.

SHALOM BAYIT:  FURNISHING PEACEFUL HOMES

• Serve on the Shalom Bayit committee and help oversee the program, fundraising events, and activities, and help to bring the program to the wider community.
• Assist professional movers who pick up donations and make deliveries to survivors (no heavy lifting required) - Volunteers needed every Sunday.
• Unpack, sort and display items in the warehouse
• Assist during client "shopping" visits
• Work on fundraising and special events committees

FUNDRAISING & SPECIAL EVENTS

• 2007 Annual Meeting & Silent Auction - Develop skills to run large events and auctions, and make great contact in NCJW and the greater Seattle community!
• 2007 Chai for Women's Lives Brunch - Steering Committee forming now for this informative community event featuring Dr. Susan Wood, former FDA commissioner.
• Grantwriting - Help us identify potential program funders and prepare grants in support of our programs and services.
• Fund Development Committee - Work with the Board and staff to develop a broad-based, long-term fundraising plan and goals.

OFFICE ASSISTANCE

• We are organizing our office space and need assistance developing and implementing filing and computer systems, archival records, and other general office tasks.