Background: The International Rescue Committee (IRC) helps people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster to survive, recover and gain control of their future. IRC teams provide health, infrastructure, learning and economic support to people in 50+ countries worldwide. The IRC also provides support to thousands of refugees resettling in 29 U.S. cities each year through initial housing assistance; case management and referral services; job readiness and placement; community and cultural orientation; health and wellness programs; immigration services; and youth programs.
Scope of Volunteer Work: IRC Seattle needs help to make our World Refugee Day celebration a success. This is a large celebration of the contributions that refugees and immigrants have made on our community. There will be cultural artistic performances, artisan vendors, service providers, and a Kidzone for children to play while supervised.
We need help with the following activities at these specific times:
- Friday (6/27) 4-7p (setup tables, begin decoration setup) Ages 16+
- Saturday (6/28) 9a-12p (finish decor, runners) Ages 16+
- Saturday (6/28) 11:30a-2:30p (Kidzone) Ages 18+ (please note that a background check will be required for this shift)
- Saturday (6/28) 2:30p-5p (Kidzone) Ages 18+ (please note that a background check will be required for this shift)
- Saturday (6/28) 12-2:30p (help keep space tidy) Ages 11+
- Saturday (6/28) 2:30-5p (help keep space tidy) Ages 11+
- Saturday (6/28) 4:30-6p (teardown) Ages 16+
A few days before the event, there will be a brief meeting for volunteers to attend on Wednesday June 25th at 5:15p.
Location: Foster High School, 4242 S 144th St, Tukwila, WA 98168
Time Commitment: Dependent on shift above
How to get involved: Complete this brief form. Someone from the Development Team will be in touch in the coming weeks.
Questions: contact VolunteerSEA@Rescue.org.
