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Flexible Schedule
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Renton, WA 98057
Helping Link/Mot Dau Noi is seeking volunteers to serve as Adult ESL instructors for teaching instruction of basic English language fluency. Responsibilities include: Be available during class hours (evenings) to successfully teach and inspire students. Work with a cohort of other instructors to develop and discuss lesson plans to ensure materials follow state and community standards and are practical for students’ daily lives. Prepare for and instruct the ESL class to maximize student success and ensure student confidence in speaking English. Oversee and organize all learning and testing materials and track student progress reports for the end of the quarter. Be engaging, inspiring, imaginative, passionate and friendly. *Note: Limited resources and materials will be made available to instructors. Requirements: Commit a minimum of 4 hours per week during class times (evenings) for instruction. Strong passion in working with a diverse and limited English speaking group of students. High communication and people skills-both verbal and written-to work with students and teaching assistant(s). Be engaging and interactive to create a light and pleasant atmosphere for students to learn. Helping Link use Microsoft Office and Microsoft Teams extensively, so it is extremely important to be familiar with it or be willing to learn how to use it on your own. Volunteers must live within the Puget Sound region/Western Washington. Benefits: Make a direct impact on the lives of immigrants and refugees to improve their lives. Hands-on experience teaching students English. Develop and build upon fundamental teaching and educational skills such as communication, adaptability, engagement, innovation/imagination and confidence. Support a community-led grassroots organization to improve the lives of those in the Vietnamese community in King County. For more information about the volunteer application process, visit www.helpinglink.org/volunteer. If you have any questions, email volunteers@helpinglink.org.
Date Posted: Mar 11, 2025
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Flexible Schedule
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Renton, WA 98057
Do you enjoy communicating via the written word? Gathering all the information and crafting a compelling message? Helping Link seeks a volunteer grant writer for our Fund Development Team who will persuasively communicate the organization’s mission to potential funders. Tasks include attending a weekly online meeting; developing, writing and submitting grant applications; and completing reporting requirements for existing funding. Minimum commitment: 2-4 hours/week. Hybrid online/in-person but volunteer must live in the Puget Sound area (Western WA). Training is provided. Skills required include the ability to work independently and prioritize multiple or ongoing deadlines; strong research and writing skills; and the ability to use Microsoft Teams. Apply here: https://www.helpinglink.org/volunteer/
Date Posted: Mar 11, 2025
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Flexible Schedule
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Renton, WA 98057
Since 1993, Helping Link/Một Dấu Nối has helped many Vietnamese integrate into communities through our ESL, computer and citizenship programs, as well as information and referral services. The challenges of moving to a new city or experiencing a new culture are immense, at times even overwhelming. Helping Link is here to pay forward the help many of us received so that families remain intergenerational, connected and united. This source of support and knowledge in a safe environment allowed many of Helping Link’s clients to successfully achieve their goals to improve their English skills, become U.S. citizens and find opportunities to grow and thrive. We seek caring community members and professionals in search of culturally enriching relationships, passionate about creating space for mutual exchange and engagement to join our Board of Directors. Roles and Responsibilities: Be an ambassador for Helping Link/Một Dấu Nối in the community and share its activities in your network, growing relationships between different communities. Provide governing direction in collaboration with the Executive Director to steer Helping Link/Một Dấu Nối’s future and oversee its service to the community, responding to social trends and collaborating in local challenges. Make Helping Link/Một Dấu Nối a philanthropic priority by participating actively in annual fund development initiatives and events. Ensure maintenance of sound financial records, operation within budgetary constraints and compliance with legal and regulatory standards. Provide support and leadership to Helping Link/Một Dấu Nối’s daily activities, participating in teams to shape the events and programs that give life to our mission. Board members are a key element of our success in serving the community as a nonprofit. We are very grateful for the passionate members who provide leadership, vision, ambassadorship and strong philanthropic support to Helping Link. Benefits of joining the Board: Know that you make a real difference in the lives of immigrants and refugees building new lives in America. Leadership development opportunities & training. Opportunities to provide direct service and connect with the Little Saigon community. Build expertise in board governance & budgeting. Cultural awareness and education about supporting communities of color, especially the Vietnamese community. Network and build relationships with a broad spectrum of individuals that are connected to Helping Link. Build and share public speaking skills. Terms and Time Commitments Members are elected to a 1-year term (renewable for two additional terms). Monthly time investment: 8 to 12 hours per month: * 2.5 hours to prepare for and attend a Board meeting (10x per year). * 3 hours for "homework"/committee work (per committee). * 2-4 hours for particular tasks, meetings, introductions to community leaders, events and fundraising activities and recruitment of annual fundraising event guests. * Annually attend the Gala fundraising eventFor more information about the volunteer application process, visit our website at www.helpinglink.org/volunteer. If you have any questions, email directors@helpinglink.org.
Date Posted: Feb 18, 2025
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Flexible Schedule
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Renton, WA 98057
Do you like doing online research to track down that perfect opportunity? Helping Link seeks a volunteer to lead the search for sources of grant funding for our Fund Development Team. Tasks include attending a weekly virtual meeting and researching potential public, private, corporate, foundation and individual funding sources via online databases, the web and general word of mouth. Minimum commitment: 2-4 hours/week. Hybrid online/in-person but volunteer must live in the Puget Sound area (Western WA). Training is provided. Skills required include the ability to work independently and prioritize multiple or ongoing deadlines; strong research and writing skills; and the ability to use Microsoft Teams. Apply here: https://www.helpinglink.org/volunteer/
Date Posted: Mar 11, 2025
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Flexible Schedule
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Virtual Opportunity
Helping Link/Một Dấu Nối is currently seeking a highly motivated and personable volunteer to serve as the Director of Sponsorship for our upcoming fall fundraising event. Securing sponsorships, both corporate and individual, is a pivotal factor in the success of our event. This role presents an excellent opportunity to cultivate relationships with a diverse range of community organizations. This position is ideal for individuals with an interest in volunteer management and community relations, and prior experience is not required. We welcome candidates who are eager to contribute to the success of our fundraising efforts and strengthen our community partnerships. Responsibilities Send letters and make phone calls to local businesses on Helping Link’s behalf. Secure companies and individuals to sponsor and donate to our event in support of our organization's social and community efforts. Work with other event committee volunteers and fill in where needed. Requirements: Ability to skillfully handle people in-person and on the phone for positive outcomes. Possess strong written communication skills. Solid computer skills, with working knowledge and basic competencies with MS Office, particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Ability to work in a team and lead volunteers. Strong organizational skills with an ability to multi-task and manage time wisely. Fun-loving and enthusiastic attitude. Function as a cooperative member of a team. Driver's License or Legal form of ID needed for Background Check. Must be at least 18 years of age to apply. Orientation and Training. Weekly time commitment: Minimum of 4 hours/week Present - December When: We'll work with your schedule. Weekdays - Daytime and Evening Weekend - Daytime and Evening Where: Hybrid (King County Area, Washington State) Benefits: Get a chance to promote and support a local community-driven grassroots organization’s mission to improve the lives of the Vietnamese community in King County. Network and connect with sponsors, clients, volunteers and members of the Board of Directors within and outside of Helping Link/Một Dấu Nối. Opportunities to continue as Sponsorship/Donor Coordinator Volunteer post-fundraising event date. How to apply: Email your resume and a filled-out Volunteer Assessment Form* to volunteers@helpinglink.org with the Position Title + Your Name in the subject line *Volunteer Assessment Form can be found at https://www.helpinglink.org/volunteer-form/
Date Posted: Feb 18, 2025
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