Get involved today

There is a place for your energy here.

Offer one afternoon, a professional skill, a practical pair of hands, or a fresh idea. Our volunteer coordinator will help you find a role that fits.

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Illustration of neighbors doing practical volunteer work together

Current opportunities

Choose the way you want to help

1–4 hours · October 31

Halloween Volunteers

Help decorate, hand out treats, or clean up after Madison Park trick-or-treating.

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Drop in · year-round

Neighborhood Clean-Ups

Join neighborhood clean-ups throughout the year. Tools are provided, or bring your own.

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2–3 hours / month

Holiday Festivities

Help plan wreath-making, tree lighting, caroling, and new ways to bring seasonal cheer.

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Rain or shine

Prospect Preserve

Weed and maintain the street-end park at 41st and Prospect. Tools and gloves are provided.

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2–6 hours / month

Bathhouse & Shoreline

Contribute expertise in planning, legal matters, community engagement, or major-donor fundraising.

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2–6 hours / month

One Seattle Zoning

Track zoning developments and share clear updates at community meetings.

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2–3 hours / month

Party for the Park

Help plan and deliver the annual fundraiser and auction, scheduled for October 24, 2026.

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2–3 hours / month

Music in the Park

Help select bands, arrange event logistics, and promote the free summer concert series.

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1–2 hours / month

Welcome Committee

Reach out to new neighbors and help them feel welcome and connected.

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A low-pressure first step

Not sure where you fit?

Tell us what you enjoy, what you know, or how much time you have. We’ll suggest something useful without asking you to overcommit.

Email volunteer@friendsofmadisonpark.com

Before you raise your hand

Frequently asked questions

How much time does it take?Show answer Hide answer

As much or as little as you want to give. Some people help at one event; committee members may meet for an hour and share a few follow-up tasks.

What experience do I need?Show answer Hide answer

None. Bring a generous spirit and an interest in the community. Event, marketing, finance, legal, governance, and other professional experience is welcome too.

What’s in it for me?Show answer Hide answer

You’ll meet neighbors, have fun, take pride in practical work, and become part of what makes Madison Park special.

Do I have to live in Madison Park?Show answer Hide answer

Board members must live, work, or attend school in Madison Park or an adjoining neighborhood. Volunteers simply need to care about Madison Park.