Girls Inc. of the Pacific Northwest inspires all girls to be strong, smart and bold through direct service and advocacy. Our comprehensive approach to holistic youth development equips participants to navigate gender, economic and social barriers, and to grow up healthy, educated and independent. These positive outcomes are achieved through three core elements: people — trained staff and volunteers who build lasting, mentoring relationships; environment — pro-girl, physically and emotionally safe, where there is high expectations, mutual respect, and support; and programming — research-based, hands-on and minds-on, age-appropriate, meeting the needs of today’s youth.
What We Do
Girls Inc. of the Pacific Northwest inspires all girls to be strong, smart and bold. Serving youth ages 6-18, we provide life-changing after school programs and experiences that help youth grow up to be healthy, educated and independent. Our research-based programming is delivered by trained staff and volunteer leaders who focus on the development of the whole girl, supporting, mentoring and guiding youth in an affirming, pro-girl environment. Here, youth learn to value their whole selves, discover and develop their inherent strengths and receive the support they need to navigate the challenges they face. Girls Inc. youth live healthy and active lifestyles; they are eager to learn, successful in school and more likely to graduate from post-secondary education; and they display diligence, perseverance and resilience. Informed by youth and their families, we also advocate for legislation and policies to increase opportunities for all girls and address the systemic barriers that impede their success, particularly youth in low-income communities. Follow along on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube, or learn more at our website.
What We Need
- Event Organizing
- Mentoring/Youth Development
Opportunities
- In person: One-time
- In person: Ongoing
- Virtual: One-time
- Virtual: Ongoing
Over the past year, our volunteers have remained vital as we transitioned our in-person programming to Zoom. They helped us facilitate Girls Groups, wellness activities, STEM-focused Eureka! Monthly Learning Sessions and provided homework help. We’re so grateful to their commitment and are optimistic about returning to our traditional volunteer-led, in-person programming throughout Portland, Vancouver and Seattle this fall.
Get in Touch With Girls Inc. of the Pacific Northwest
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Our Headquarters
Girls Inc. of the Pacific Northwest
4800 S Macadam Ave, Suite 309
Portland, OR 97239
United States
Please note that depending on role, volunteers may work at other locations and/or at other times. Contact our volunteer coordinator to find the best fit for you.