Volunteer Opportunities    

There are so many ways to volunteer with Friends of Madison Park! Below are a few of the opportunities we currently have to volunteer with us. There are many ways that you can share your strengths and talents with your community. Fill out our form at the bottom of this page, and our volunteer coordinator will work to find a role that fits you! Or email us directly at volunteer@friendsofmadisonpark.com.

  • Neighborhood Clean-Ups

    📅 Time Commitment: No time commitment or sign-up required.

    Join us for neighborhood clean-ups year round! Tools provided, but you can also bring your own.

    Next Event: Prospect Park Clean-Up Saturday April 26th 9AM-12PM at Prospect Park (41st E & E Prospect)

    Spring Clean-up Saturday, May 3rd 9AM-12 PM. Check-in at the Bank of America Parking Lot.

  • Garden Tour Volunteer

    📅 Time Commitment: Saturday, June 7th Minimum of one two-hour long shift between 9:30 AM-3:30 PM.

    🔹 Provide directions to attendees and ensure the gardens are looked after.

    Event volunteers get a free ticket for the event and map to view all of the gardens on the tour!

  • Music in the Park

    📅 Time Commitment: Afternoon of events you sign up to volunteer for.

    August 7th, 14th, 21st, & 28th 5:30 PM-8:30 PM


    🔹 Assist with setup, Friends of Madison Park table, greeting attendees, managing crowd flow, and helping with cleanup at the summer Concerts in the Park series.

  • Children's Parade

    📅 Time Commitment: Saturday, July 12, 11:00  AM - 3:00 PM


    🔹 Provide day of the event support for the Children’s Parade. Setting up for the event, helping serve refreshments, clean-up, and ensuring a fun and safe event for families.

  • Park Improvement Project

    📅 Time Commitment: 2-6 hours/month


    🔹Support the Madison Park Bathhouse Renovation & Shoreline Restoration Project by contributing expertise in legal matters, planning, or major donor fundraising.

  • OneSeattle Zoning Committee

    📅 Time Commitment: 2-6 hours monthly.

    🔹 Keep informed on OneSeattle Zoning developments and provide updates to the community in community meetings.

  • Party for the Park Event Planner

    📅 Time Commitment: 2-3 hours/monthly; increased hours in the month leading up to the event. Also lots of opportunities for day of event volunteering on Saturday, September 13th.


    🔹 Help plan and execute the annual Party for the Park fundraiser and auction.

  • Friends of Madison Park City Liaison

    📅 Time Commitment: 4-6 hours monthly.

    Function as a liaison between Friends of Madison Park and the city.

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Frequently Asked Questions

I want to volunteer. How much time does it take up?

As much or as little as you want to give. Being on a committee can involve meetings of an hour or so and helping with any tasks that need to done -booking performers, posting a newsletter, organizing an event or program. Board members meet on a monthly basis and provide support to the relevant committee or volunteers. Come to a Neighborhood Meeting to find out more or contact us to meet for an informal discussion to see what suits.

What experience do I need?

None. You just need a big heart, a vested interest in the community and a few hours to help make this the neighborhood we all want to live in. But if you have experience in running events, marketing, finance, legal/governance, or any professional skill that can help that works for us too!

What's in it for me?

Certainly not vast wealth and glamor! All positions are unpaid. But you will meet some great people, have fun, feel great pride in what we do and know that you are a big part in what makes our neighborhood so special.

Do I have to live in Madison Park?

To be a Board member you have to live/work/go to school in Madison Park or an adjoining neighborhood. To volunteer or be on a committee you just have to love Madison Park.

Anything else I need to know?

Nope. Just send us a message through the contact us page. Happy to answer any questions and meet for an informal chat. List of what we need in the immediate is posted here. Friends of Madison Park can provide more “job” descriptions and whatever support you need to get started. And tap a friend, neighbor to help you out.