Members of the community who choose to donate their time and skills with nonprofits can make a priceless difference in the quality of service an organization provides to the public.

Volunteers play an integral role in helping Morrison achieve its mission of serving Oregon’s most vulnerable children. The civic participation of these caring individuals enriches the lives of the children we serve and contributes to the leadership of the organization.

The first step in supporting Morrison with your time and skills is to complete and submit an Application and a Volunteer Questionnaire to Lauren.Smith@morrisonkids.org, fax to 503.736.9759, or mail to 1500 NE Irving St., Suite 250, Portland, OR 97232 (email is preferred).

Opportunity of the Month: Be a Mentor! We need dedicated male and female mentors who are at least 21 years of age for several programs. Please contact lauren.smith@morrisonkids.org for more information and don't forget to visit our Programs Page to find out what Morrison is all about.

Mentors

• Be a positive role model to a young adult, age 12-17
• Provide nurturing, emotional support, and help build self-esteem
• Do fun activities and take short trips together
• Substance abuse background preferred for some
• Multi-cultural background appreciated
• One-year commitment highly preferred

Mentors on Wheels

• Outpatient programs have a high need for volunteer drivers to drive kids to and from their appointments.
• Be a friend and companion to an at-risk youth, ages 5 through 17, by helping transport them.
• Help youth improve self-esteem through a positive relationship with an adult.
• Mostly Monday – Thursday afternoons/evenings.
• One-year commitment preferred.

Childcare

• Provide childcare services while family members are in groups during our busy intake times.
• Provide structured art and recreational activities for groups of children - color, read books, do puzzles, play board games and have some fun!
• Six-month commitment preferred.

Hands On Projects

• Great for a team building project!
• Help us with short-term projects such as painting, landscaping, cleaning and maintenance at various Morrison locations.

Parent Group Facilitator

• Provide an encouraging and welcoming environment for parents seeking support around issues impacting their family.
• Weekly group, one-year commitment preferred, human service background preferred.
• Six-month commitment preferred.

Children's Group Facilitator

• Provide supportive environment and activities for kids to build self-confidence and develop problem-solving skills.
• Weekly group, 6 month commitment preferred.
• Six-month commitment preferred.

Office Support

Answer phones, help us make copies and file documents.
Assemble Packets.
Assist with special projects.

Special Events

• Volunteer for a day or an evening at a special event, including the annual A Children's Tale event in the fall - assist with registration, the auction, or greeting guests