Volunteer at MountainStar
Volunteers are integral to our organization! Below you will find a list of volunteer opportunities that are typically available and our volunteer spotlight. If you are interested in getting involved, fill out the form below to get started.
New classroom volunteers and/or interns are required to have an informal, one-hour training before they begin. These are held every last Wednesday of the month at our Bend campus, from 2:30-3:30pm : 2125 NE Daggett Lane
MountainStar LOVES its volunteers!
See how YOU can get involved!
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Interact with children in therapeutic classes. Requires positive attitude, sense of humor, patience, and a willingness to engage with kiddos and support staff. Shifts are typically once per week (M-Th) for 3 hours.
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Help with projects around the office including making posters, filing, administrative work and more. Requires ability to follow instructions, creativity, and attention to detail. Shifts are flexible, weekdays and vary in length.
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Help with current fundraisers or create one of your own! Requires flexibility depending upon the needs of each fundraising event.
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Become an official advocate, represent MountainStar at community events. Requires personable and approachable demeanor, ability to lift/carry/set up items. Speak to MountainStar’s mission. Shifts vary.
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Find out more here.
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Unpaid internships are available within our therapeutic classes, mental health program, and development (fundraising/marketing) department. Requires interest in the relevant area and dependability.
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Come connect with your team and give back to your community!
This weekly calendar is an example of our classroom schedules (each site varies slightly).
Once you’ve gone through the onboarding process, you will select a shit from across our five locations: La Pine, Bend, Redmond, Madras, and Prineville.
For more information, please connect with our Community Engagement Manager, Elaine Klautzsch, at elainek@mtstar.org
Volunteer Spotlight
Intern Spotlight: Molly Straus, Oregon State University Student
We’re thrilled to look back and recognize the contributions of former intern, Molly Straus, an Oregon State University student who brought her passion and heart to MountainStar.
During her internship, Molly supported our therapeutic classrooms, built meaningful connections with children and families, and gained valuable hands-on experience in the field of early childhood and family support. Beyond the classroom, she also worked alongside our development team—helping to solicit auction items for Birdies 4 Babies, assisting with special projects, and contributing to events during April’s National Child Abuse Prevention Month.
Molly shared how impactful it was to learn directly from MountainStar’s staff and to witness the power of prevention-focused programs in action. Her time here left a lasting impression, and we’re so grateful for the energy, care, and perspective she brought to our team.
🎥 Hear more from Molly in her Intern Spotlight video BELOW