Volunteer with NAM

It is because of our amazing volunteers that NAM is able to do what we do.  Nearly 3,000 individuals volunteer at NAM throughout the year—and for that, we are truly grateful. 

Northwest Assistance Ministries (NAM) volunteers are an important part of our team and help us in many ways. We appreciate everyone who gives us the gift of their time. Wherever you volunteer, you will make a difference!  Please fill out the volunteer application. 

If you are under 16, you must complete the attached parental-guardian permission form. Please note, all applications are subject to a background check

For additional information, please email us at volunteer@namonline.org

Volunteer Information

  • Provides nutritious meals and groceries to homebound seniors and disabled adults.

    Tasks: Drop off a warm meal to our aging neighbors who need

    Hours: Volunteers are needed to deliver daily meals Monday-Saturday 8am-12pm.

    Volunteers can choose from NAM’s main building, Bear Creek office or Windwood Presbyterian Church for pick up.

    **Please note, volunteers utilize their own personal vehicles when delivering for Meals on Wheels.

  • Food pantry that provides nutritious groceries for clients.

    Tasks: Sorting, stocking, and packaging food

    Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-3pm

    Volunteer Sign Up

    January Sign Up

    February Sign Up

    March Sign Up

  • Receives and sells donations, generating funds for NAM’s programs.

    Tasks: Sorting, clothing and household items

    Hours: Tuesday-Thursday 10am-4pm, Friday 10am-3pm, Saturday 10am-2pm

    Volunteer Sign Up

    January Sign Up

    February Sign Up

    March Sign Up

  • Volunteers are needed to provide support in assisting clients, case management support, client assessment.

    Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-3pm

  • Offers activities and classes to enhance the lives of seniors. Senior Services also serves hot meals and provides transportation to NAM.

    Volunteers are needed to serve lunch on Monday, Wednesday, Friday; also, to work the reception desk and lead activities.

  • The LVTC offers adult education, vocational training, job search assistance and financial literacy classes.

    Hours: Volunteers are needed to work the reception desk Monday-Friday, daytime.

  • Provides resources and support for victims and survivors of domestic abuse and sexual assault.

    Tasks: Volunteers are needed to answer hotline calls, assist with client intake and case management.

    Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9am-3pm

  • Volunteers are needed to work the reception desk Monday-Friday, daytime.

Meals on Wheels Sign Up

**Please note, court-ordered community service is not done through our volunteer program.  Instead, you should contact NAM Resale at 281-880-9000.