Volunteering with CISP is flexible and impactful—often just one hour a week can make a difference. Whether you’re interested in hands-on roles, board service, or professional engagement, your time and skills help support students and families facing academic, social, and emotional challenges in our South Sound community.
Ready to get started? Fill out our volunteer application today and join us in making a difference. Apply Today
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteering makes a difference—no matter how much time you can give. Whether it’s weekly time in the classroom, monthly board service, or sharing your professional skills, your involvement helps address the growing academic, social, and emotional needs of students and families in our Gig Harbor, Peninsula, and South Kitsap communities.
Academic Mentoring – Support student learning, either individually or in mentoring groups, under the direction of CISP staff or PSD/SKSD staff in an Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) classroom. Volunteers support AVID students by leading small-group tutorials, encouraging critical thinking, and helping build organization and study skills. They also serve as positive role models, offering guidance and motivation for college and career success.. Mentoring Programs Weekly Schedule – Click Here
College Admission and Application Assistance – Assist high school students with essay writing, standardized test preparation, financial assistance, and college readiness.
Tutors with Tails Therapy Dog Reading Program –
Support children with literacy and social-emotional skills, along with CISP staff. Participate in story time for young readers. In this program, certified dog therapy teams partner with students who need an extra boost in reading. Dog teams must be certified by a national therapy dog organization such as Pet Partners, Inc. or Therapy Dogs International. (Learn More… click on the link below)
For more information on volunteering contact Myka Cranford, Volunteer and Communications Director at Myka@cisofpeninsula.org or click this link https://peninsula.ciswa.org/volunteer/how-to-sign-up/
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Be a Leader in Your Community
Board of Directors
Volunteer in a leadership role by joining our Board of Directors or a committee. CISP is supported by dedicated community members who help guide our governance, programming, and outreach. If you have experience or interest in areas like Marketing/PR, Events, Finance, or Fundraising, we encourage you to apply. Complete the interest form, and our team will connect with you about next steps.
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Volunteering with CISP helps build students’ confidence, engagement, and success—in school and beyond—while connecting you to a supportive, appreciative community.
Questions:
To get started, complete the volunteer interest form and submit it by email, mail, or fax. For more information, contact Myka Cranford, Volunteer & Communications Director, at Myka@cisofpeninsula.org or 253-884-5733, or visit our volunteer page: Apply Today.
