SEI welcomes volunteers dedicated to making a difference in the lives of inner-city youth and families. Volunteer opportunities fall into three categories: (1) ongoing / short term support for a special event; (2) direct service to youth; and (3) clerical support.

Special Event Assistance
• SEI hosts several events that are either fund raisers or community events. Serve on a committee to plan and organize the event, or come on the day of the event to set up and help out.

Direct Service to Youth
• Library Helpers read with SEI students after school in the library.
• Homework Tutors spend time with children or young adults assisting them with their homework and instructing them in basic math, reading, and writing.

Clerical Support
• The Development Department has large projects which require help from volunteers. Volunteers can arrange a weekly schedule or be "on call" helpers.

Contact Sharon Brabenac at sharonb@selfenhancement.org or (503) 249-1721 X264 if you are interested in volunteering. All volunteers begin the process by filling out a volunteer application. (SEI performs background checks on all applicants.) We will then set up an orientation, a tour of the facility, and a training session. Volunteers working with youth are asked to make a one year, once per week commitment.

Download the SEI Volunteer Application