Washington Community Service

βœ… Verified nonprofits & municipal programs πŸ› οΈ Check with your officer for approval

Washington Court-Approved & Reentry-Friendly Community Service

This directory lists community service programs across Washington that may be accepted by probation, parole, pretrial services, or diversion programs. Always verify approval with your supervising officer before completing hours.

Seattle / King County

Counties: King

βœ… Verified Major Community Service Sites

Seattle Union Gospel Mission
Large volunteer operation offering shelter, meals, warehouse, and outreach opportunities.
Seattle
Northwest Harvest – SODO
Volunteer shifts include packing, distribution, and warehouse support.
Seattle
Food Lifeline
Accepts community service volunteers for food repack, warehouse, and distribution.
Seattle
FareStart
Meal packaging and kitchen support; opportunities vary by program.
Seattle

πŸ› οΈ Eligible Needs Officer Approval

City of Seattle Parks & Recreation
Park cleanup, community events, and maintenance roles.
Seattle
St. Vincent de Paul – King County
Thrift store support, warehouse, donation processing.
Seattle

Pierce County (Tacoma)

Counties: Pierce

βœ… Verified Core Service Providers

Tacoma Rescue Mission
Shelter, meals, warehouse, and outreach volunteer roles.
Tacoma
Emergency Food Network (EFN)
Distribution center and warehouse volunteer shifts.
Lakewood
St. Leo Food Connection
Food pantry, children’s programs, and warehouse support.
Tacoma

πŸ› οΈ Eligible Requires Officer Approval

Goodwill of the Olympics & Rainier Region
Sorting donations, warehouse tasks, available at select stores.
Tacoma
Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County
Animal care support; acceptance varies by supervision rules.
Tacoma

Snohomish County (Everett)

Counties: Snohomish

βœ… Verified Community Service Sites

Everett Gospel Mission
Volunteers support shelter, meals, and community outreach.
Everett
Volunteers of America Western WA
Food bank, distribution, and community programs.
Everett
Snohomish County Food Bank Coalition
Partner food banks accepting various volunteer roles.
Snohomish County

πŸ› οΈ Eligible Programs Requiring Approval

Lutheran Community Services Northwest
Various community assistance programs.
Everett
Humane Society – Snohomish
Animal care support; varies by program.
Snohomish County

Spokane / Eastern Washington

Counties: Spokane, Eastern Washington

βœ… Verified Major Service Providers

Second Harvest Inland Northwest
Large warehouse and distribution volunteer program.
Spokane
Union Gospel Mission – Spokane
Meals, shelter, warehouse, and thrift store volunteer roles.
Spokane
Catholic Charities Eastern Washington
Supports housing, food programs, and community support initiatives.
Spokane

πŸ› οΈ Eligible Requires Approval

Spokane Humane Society
Animal care and support; approval varies by charges.
Spokane
SNAP – Spokane Neighborhood Action Partners
Community support and emergency services.
Spokane

Southwest Washington (Vancouver / Clark County)

Counties: Clark

βœ… Verified Community Service Sites

Clark County Food Bank
Distribution, repack, and warehouse volunteer shifts.
Vancouver
Share Vancouver
Meal programs, shelter support, and warehouse shifts.
Vancouver

πŸ› οΈ Eligible Ask Officer Before Completing Hours

Humane Society for Southwest Washington
Animal care volunteer opportunities vary by intake rules.
Vancouver

Kitsap County

Counties: Kitsap

βœ… Verified Service Organizations

Kitsap Rescue Mission
Meal service, shelter support, and community outreach.
Bremerton
Bremerton Foodline
Food pantry distribution and support activities.
Bremerton

πŸ› οΈ Eligible Available with Permission

Central Kitsap Food Bank
Accepts volunteers for repack, pantry distribution, and donation sorting.
Silverdale

Statewide Programs

Available in multiple regions

βœ… Verified Statewide Nonprofits

Washington Food Bank Association
Coordinates food banks statewide; local sites may accept service hours.
Statewide

πŸ› οΈ Eligible Available with Permission

Goodwill – Washington State
Some locations allow community service; varies by supervisor approval.
Statewide

Important: Being listed here does not guarantee approval by your probation or parole officer. Community service programs have their own intake rules and may deny participation based on background checks or capacity.

Before completing any hours: verify that the program is acceptable under your conditions, and request written confirmation or documentation when possible.

Legal Disclaimer: OACRA is a private directory. We do not provide legal advice, assign hours, or communicate with supervising agencies on your behalf.

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