Weber County Offers 20+ Ways to Volunteer This Summer

Finding meaningful ways to give back just got easier in Weber County, where local organizations are actively seeking volunteers for dozens of roles that fit every skill level and schedule.

Weber Human Services is connecting community members with opportunities across the region, from serving lunches to seniors on Wednesday afternoons to teaching tai chi at senior centers. The variety means almost anyone can find something that matches their interests and availability.

Some positions come with surprising benefits. The Senior Companion Program pays volunteers aged 55 and older a monthly stipend of around $270 for just 15 hours of weekly service, helping homebound neighbors stay connected. The stipend doesn't affect disability benefits, making it accessible to more people.

Animal lovers can walk dogs at Weber County Animal Shelter weekday afternoons, while gardening enthusiasts can tend flowerbeds through Give Me a Chance. Those with more specialized skills can teach crafts at senior centers or help prevent Medicare fraud through Senior Medicare Patrol.

Several programs specifically support older adults giving back. The Foster Grandparent Program pairs volunteers 55 and older with elementary students who need reading help, placing them at schools near their homes with flexible hours from two to 20 per week.

Weber County Sport Shooting Complex offers a creative incentive: volunteer eight hours monthly as a range safety officer or cashier and earn free shooting privileges plus incentive gifts. Training classes run every third Saturday.

Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) needs volunteers over 21 to advocate for children in the system, while the ombudsman program seeks voices for nursing home and assisted living residents. Both roles provide comprehensive training and let volunteers work on their own schedules.

The Ripple Effect

When volunteers show up for two hours at a senior lunch or spend Saturday mornings at a food pantry, they're doing more than completing tasks. They're building the kind of connected community where people look out for each other across generations.

The programs rely on everyday people discovering they have exactly what someone else needs, whether that's companionship, a ride, or help reading a book.

Weber Human Services encourages anyone interested to call 801-625-3777 or 801-778-6897 to explore options beyond what's listed, helping match skills with community needs that matter.