Volunteer Opportunities

Pierce County offers many diverse and rewarding volunteering opportunities. Come share your expertise by serving on one of our volunteer boards, volunteering for an event, or simply learn about how you can support your local government and your community. 


Pierce County Government holds an annual volunteer banquet to honor and recognize volunteers who have given generously of their time, talent, and expertise to Pierce County Government. While all volunteers are special, some are outstanding and deserve of special recognition.



Boards and Commissions
Find information about Pierce County's volunteer boards and commissions. You can find information about meetings and apply to be a board member.

Volunteer for a Board or Commission


Emergency Management
There are many ways to get involved before and during disasters. Emergency Management partners with agencies to help residents and businesses prepare and respond to emergencies.

Emergency Management Volunteer Opportunities


Human Services
There are volunteering opportunities at Pierce County Human Services. Please consider supporting Pierce County's human service efforts.

Human Service Volunteer Opportunities


Juvenile Court
The Juvenile Court has a volunteer program for becoming a Court Appointed Advocate. An advocate is an independent voice for the child’s best interests throughout the time the child is in care.

Become a Court Ordered Child Advocate


Parks & Recreation
Pierce County Parks offers a variety of fun and rewarding volunteer opportunities. Come share your expertise on our advisory boards or be a coach in our youth sports programs.

Learn more about volunteering for Parks


Sheriff
The men and women of the Pierce County Sheriff's Department believe that we all have a responsibility to contribute to the safety and security of our communities. 

Citizens Volunteering for Law enforcement


United Way

From helping a child learn to read to community garden projects and corporate philanthropy, we have all kinds of gratifying volunteer opportunities.


Volunteering in Pierce County


Prosecuting Attorney
Volunteers serve in several divisions of the Prosecuting Attorney's Office and may assist deputy prosecuting attorneys, legal assistants or victim advocates. Unpaid positions are available and high school & college students are encouraged to apply. 

Volunteer as an Intern or Extern