Volunteer Opportunities

YPG Volunteering: Tree Planting w/Anchorage Park Foundation

Swap the Networking for a Shovel: YPG Volunteers with the Anchorage Park Foundation! 🌳🏔️

This August, the Anchorage Chamber YPG is stepping away from our traditional indoor networking meeting to get our hands dirty and give back to our community! We are proud to partner with the Anchorage Park Foundation for a hands-on volunteer day at Chanshtnu Muldoon Park.

We will be working together to plant trees and help beautify one of East Anchorage’s newest community spaces.

What you need to know:

Supplies: All tools and trees will be provided by the Anchorage Park Foundation.
Perks: Celebratory snacks and refreshments will be provided by YPG to toast a job well done!
What to bring: Just yourself and your Alaska summer energy.

Come network while making a tangible impact on our city!

Posted 7.10.2026

YPG volunteer evets adopt a precinct august 18 primary election

YPG Adopt-a-Precinct: Kasuun Elementary

Please join us on Tuesday, August 18, as we support the Division of Elections' Adopt-a-Precinct Program at Kasuun Elementary School (Precinct 12-265). We are looking for volunteers to help welcome voters, answer basic questions, and support polling place duties throughout Election Day.

Volunteers will serve in 4-hour shifts and be provided snacks and refreshments for their time commitment. Any amount of time you're able to volunteer will make a meaningful difference to our community! It takes all of us to create a welcoming environment for residents to be able to fulfill their civic duty.

Details:

Date: August 18, 2026
Available Shifts:
- Shift 1: 6:45 AM – 10:45 AM
- Shift 2: 10:45 AM – 2:45 PM
- Shift 3: 2:45 PM – 6:45 PM
- Shift 4: 6:45 PM – 8:45 PM
Location: Kasuun Elementary School (precinct 12-265); 4000 E 68th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99507
Volunteer Shifts: 4-hour increments. Volunteers can choose to volunteer for multiple shifts.
Volunteer Duties: Greeting voters, providing information, and assisting with general polling place support
Volunteer Expectations: All volunteers will need to complete online training ahead of August 18. The training takes about 2 hours total.

If you require any reasonable accommodations or have questions about volunteering, please use the final comment box in the registration form to let us know. Someone will contact you by email to discuss accommodations or answer any questions you may have.

NOTE: Volunteers MUST be registered to vote in the State of Alaska.

Posted 7.9.2026

Project Homeless Connect 2026:
Anchorage Coalition to End Homelessness

Volunteer with ACEH

Project Homeless Connect is a community-wide, one-day event that brings essential services together in one place for Anchorage neighbors experiencing homelessness.

Guests attending Project Homeless Connect will be able to access a wide range of services and supports in one location, including:

Housing and shelter resources
Healthcare and behavioral health services
Employment and education support
Legal aid and document assistance
Public benefits assistance
Food, supplies and winter gear
Haircuts, foot care and other personal services

**Volunteers play a huge role in making Project Homeless Connect welcoming, organized and successful. Opportunities include event setup, guest support, directing traffic, provider assistance, supply organization and cleanup.

Whether you can help for a few hours or the full day, your time and support make a meaningful difference for community members accessing services and care.**

Dates Available:

Friday, October 23
- 1-5 p.m.
Monday, October 25
- 10 a.m. - Noon
- Noon - 5 p.m.
- 1-8 p.m.
October 26
- 8 a.m. - 5 p.m

Posted 6.30.2026

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Alaska Public Media

Monthly, on the fourth Thursday from 6–7 PM, Alaska Public Media gathers volunteers to call and thank members for their generosity. It’s a simple but powerful way to ensure people feel seen and appreciated during this critical time. And, it's fun!

Why join us?