You are the heart of The Sophia Way.
By offering your time and skills, you create connection, encouragement, and possibility for women working toward stable lives.
Our community is very generous with in-kind donations and we need help in unpacking, sorting, and organizing the items.
When: Wednesdays 12 pm – 2 pm
Where: Donation Center in Bellevue
Age requirement: 16+ can volunteer on their own. 10-15 years must be accompanied by a parent or guardian
Need help signing up? Read this guide. If you have any issues, please email volunteer@sophiaway.org
Support staff in the kitchen area at lunch (10 am to 1 pm) and dinner (5:45 pm to 8 pm) at our shelters – Helen’s Place in Kirkland and Sophia’s Place in Bellevue.
Requirements: Volunteers must identify as women, and be at least 18 years old. Ages 13-17 can volunteer if accompanied by a parent/guardian. A current food worker card is required.
Need help signing up? Read this guide. If you have any issues, please email volunteer@sophiaway.org
Sign up for a one-time meal donation or be a regular donor.
Sophia’s Place in Bellevue
Helen’s Place in Kirkland
Click here for more information and to sign up
Email volunteer@sophiaway.org if your group is interested in volunteering for any of these opportunities.
A fantastic way to make a big impact!
What you’ll do: Unpack and sort donations; organize and clean the space; work on larger ongoing projects.
We provide all the cleaning supplies – just bring your enthusiasm.
What you’ll do: Dust and mop the sleeping area, clean bathrooms and the kitchen; organize the pantry and office area.
Choose a category or go big and collect a wide range!
One of our greatest needs!
What you’ll do: Gather your team (or friends and family) to cook a nutritious hot meal for residents at Sophia’s Place (serving 21) or Helen’s Place (serving 40). Meals can be delivered hot or frozen for later use. Sign up here
Our shelters welcome volunteers to host gatherings in the shelter – anything from an ice cream social, game night, crafting, etc.
What you’ll do: Organize a fun event in the shelter to lift spirits and strengthen community connections.
This is a welcoming community dedicated to supporting women experiencing homelessness on the Eastside. We invite anyone – whether part of a faith community, civic group, or an individual passionate about making a difference – to join this group.
Members meet once a month to hear updates on The Sophia Way’s programs, learn about the current needs of the women we serve, and share ideas, resources, and ways to provide support. They are also encouraged to share insights with their own networks – congregations, friends, or community groups – to raise awareness and inspire collective action toward stability and empowerment.
Meetings are held on the fourth Tuesday, from 12 pm to 1 pm.
View Events calendar to sign up for meetings
The Committee is an exciting opportunity for high school students to take action and support women experiencing homelessness in East King County. Whether you’re passionate about advocacy, fundraising, or volunteering, this committee is all about using your skills and voice to create real change.
You will join leaders who bring energy, creativity, and fresh ideas to the table. You will gain valuable leadership experience, raise awareness in your community, and make a direct, meaningful impact on the lives of women we serve.
Focus areas:
Meetings are held online on the fourth Monday, from 6 pm to 7 pm.
Questions? Email volunteer@sophiaway.org
