Opportunities From: Jewish Family and Child Services of Portland

Volunteer: Drive Community Member Home from JFCS Hanukkah Happy Hour

On Thursday, December 18th JFCS is hosting our monthly Senior Social Hour at Leikam Brewery for Hanukkah from 4-6pm. A community member is looking for a ride home from the event, to Sellwood. Are you up for providing her transportation so she can celebrate Hanukkah with others? Thank you for considering!

You are welcome to stay and enjoy the event. Read more about the event here.

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If you have not already been background checked, you will be so to complete this opportunity. 

Program: All Clients

On Thursday, December 18th JFCS is hosting our monthly Senior Social Hour at Leikam Brewery for Hanukkah from 4-6pm. A community member is looking for a ride home from the event, to Sellwood. Are you up for providing her transportation so she can celebrate Hanukkah with others? Thank you for considering!

You are welcome to stay and enjoy the event. Read more about the event here.

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If you have not already been background checked, you will be so to complete this opportunity. 

Program: All Clients

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Dec 18, 2025

Zip Code: 97215

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Drive Community Member to JFCS Hanukkah Happy Hour

On Thursday, December 18th JFCS is hosting our monthly Senior Social Hour at Leikam Brewery for Hanukkah from 4-6pm. A community member, who lives in SW Portland near the Hillsdale Fred Meyer (97219), would like to attend, but she no longer drives. Are you up for providing her transportation so she can celebrate Hanukkah with others? Thank you for considering!

You are welcome to stay and enjoy the event. Read more about the event here.

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If you have not already been background checked, you will be so to complete this opportunity. 

Program: All Clients

On Thursday, December 18th JFCS is hosting our monthly Senior Social Hour at Leikam Brewery for Hanukkah from 4-6pm. A community member, who lives in SW Portland near the Hillsdale Fred Meyer (97219), would like to attend, but she no longer drives. Are you up for providing her transportation so she can celebrate Hanukkah with others? Thank you for considering!

You are welcome to stay and enjoy the event. Read more about the event here.

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If you have not already been background checked, you will be so to complete this opportunity. 

Program: All Clients

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Dec 18, 2025

Zip Code: 97215

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Drive a client to a Hanukkah Celebration

On Saturday, December 13th, Next Generations Group, JFCS, and OJMCHE are hosting a Hanukkah potluck celebration at Congregation Beth Israel, where a client needs a ride. See lives in West Beaverton (97006), 11 miles from CBI. The event starts at 12:30pm and ends around 2:30pm. She has some mobility issues and will need a hand getting into the car. 

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If you are not already background checked, you will be so to complete this opportunity.

Program: All Clients

On Saturday, December 13th, Next Generations Group, JFCS, and OJMCHE are hosting a Hanukkah potluck celebration at Congregation Beth Israel, where a client needs a ride. See lives in West Beaverton (97006), 11 miles from CBI. The event starts at 12:30pm and ends around 2:30pm. She has some mobility issues and will need a hand getting into the car. 

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If you are not already background checked, you will be so to complete this opportunity.

Program: All Clients

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Dec 13, 2025

Zip Code: 97209

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Raise Your Hand for Tech Assistance to Clients

COVID-19 has highlighted how many individuals in our community do not have enough access to the technology that powers society. JFCS has a goal to supply clients in need with the materials and information so they can use technology. We are looking for volunteers who feel comfortable assisting these clients in their journey to become tech-proficient. Some possibilities include:

Helping a client set up a new device (iPad, Laptop, cell phone)

Helping a client learn Zoom

Allow clients to reach out to you via email for specific  questions, like, how to install programs, how to trouble-shoot internet connectivity

Leading special sessions for several people to tune into to (i.e. hold a seminar "Tricks to Identify Phishing Scams" via Zoom)

Program: All Clients

COVID-19 has highlighted how many individuals in our community do not have enough access to the technology that powers society. JFCS has a goal to supply clients in need with the materials and information so they can use technology. We are looking for volunteers who feel comfortable assisting these clients in their journey to become tech-proficient. Some possibilities include:

Helping a client set up a new device (iPad, Laptop, cell phone)

Helping a client learn Zoom

Allow clients to reach out to you via email for specific  questions, like, how to install programs, how to trouble-shoot internet connectivity

Leading special sessions for several people to tune into to (i.e. hold a seminar "Tricks to Identify Phishing Scams" via Zoom)

Program: All Clients

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Raise Your Hand to Offer Transportation

We have clients who aren't able to drive themselves, which can make even the simplest of tasks into a production. We want to make sure our clients can have access to important places, like medical appointments, office meetings, or even the pharmacy to get a COVID booster shot. This is where you come in, by volunteering your time and energy to drive these clients you will add dignity and independence to the lives of these individuals. You will always have the choice in who, when, and where you drive. We will provide you with detailed information to help you decide before each ride.

Please be sure you've accurately identified which hours you're available on your User Profile. We will use this information when trying to find a scheduled match for a client.

Please read the Transportation information document below and agree to follow the outlined policy.

 

*Please note, participating in a transportation program requires a background check and a DMV check that will be sent to you by Sterling Volunteers if you respond to this opportunity*

Program: All Clients

We have clients who aren't able to drive themselves, which can make even the simplest of tasks into a production. We want to make sure our clients can have access to important places, like medical appointments, office meetings, or even the pharmacy to get a COVID booster shot. This is where you come in, by volunteering your time and energy to drive these clients you will add dignity and independence to the lives of these individuals. You will always have the choice in who, when, and where you drive. We will provide you with detailed information to help you decide before each ride.

Please be sure you've accurately identified which hours you're available on your User Profile. We will use this information when trying to find a scheduled match for a client.

Please read the Transportation information document below and agree to follow the outlined policy.

 

*Please note, participating in a transportation program requires a background check and a DMV check that will be sent to you by Sterling Volunteers if you respond to this opportunity*

Program: All Clients

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 97205

Allow Groups: No