2nd Annual Volunteer & Community Engagement Summit Coming Jan. 25

Camas, WA — The Downtown Camas Association is excited to host the 2025 Volunteer & Community Engagement Summit. This event aims to connect local people with nonprofit organizations serving Camas and Washougal to build connections that strengthen everyone involved. Individuals and families can explore service opportunities, collect information about local programs, and learn more about all the important work performed by nonprofits in their community. The event will take place on Saturday, January 25^th, from 11am-3pm, inside the Fuel Medical lobby located at 314 NE Birch Street in Downtown Camas.

Attendees interested in volunteerism will be able to meet with 14 unique local organizations. It will be an open house format, where people will leisurely walk through and connect with the organizations at their own pace. The goal of the event is to foster meaningful connections and help make engagement opportunities easier between organizations and potential volunteers. People of all ages and backgrounds are encouraged to attend. Employers that offer corporate volunteer initiatives are also welcome. Whether you’re looking for a volunteer opportunity for a few hours a month, or a longer-term commitment, you will find an organization that fits your interests. From supporting education and literacy initiatives, bolstering local food access, promoting environmental sustainability and community development, each organization offers unique opportunities for individuals to get involved and make a difference.

Participating organizations at the summit include:

– 100 Women Who Care Clark County

– Camas Farmer’s Market

– Camas Ivy League

– Camas Lion’s Club

– Camas Washougal Community Chest

– Downtown Camas Association

– EatWell Camas Community Garden

– Impact-Camas Washougal

– Lacamas Watershed Council

– LiveWell Camas

– Read NW

– Refuel Washougal

– Rotary Club of Camas-Washougal

– Unite! Washougal

“We are thrilled to bring this event back for a second year,” said Leah Nichelson, Event and Special Project Manager for the Downtown Camas Association. “We often hear that people want to volunteer but don’t have time to research which organization is right for them. This event is a low-pressure way to meet so many great nonprofits under one roof! You can find the group doing the work that you’re most passionate about. It’s also a great opportunity for people new to the area to connect and start building a community for themselves.”

Complimentary refreshments will be provided by Cedar Street Bagel Co.

New residents to the area are encouraged to attend and can pick up a Welcome Packet from the Downtown Camas Association, with information about Downtown and a special gift from Sweet Intention Gift Boutique (while supplies last).

Attendees can also explore incredible deals and discounts at participating Downtown Camas merchants during the Once in a Blue Moon Sale. Happening concurrently with the event, this sale offers the perfect opportunity to shop, save and support local businesses.

This event is organized and hosted by the Downtown Camas Association (DCA). The DCA is a 501c3 nonprofit that works year-round to strengthen and promote Downtown Camas through partnerships, events, beautification and historic preservation projects, public art engagement, economic development, advocacy, and tourism functions. For information on this and other DCA events, downtowncamas.com/events-and-festivals/. Sign up for the weekly Downtown Camas Association newsletter at https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/peBo4oV