Volunteer
Frequently Asked Questions
What volunteer positions are currently available?
How do I apply for a volunteer position?
What requirements do I need to meet?
Is it possible to volunteer from home?
Where can I volunteer and whom do I contact?
Could I volunteer in one of the countries where COTN ministers?
What volunteer positions are currently available?
To see a list of our current openings, click here.
How do I apply for a volunteer position?
For all positions, we request a completed online Volunteer Application.
What requirements do I need to meet?
Each volunteer position will have its own list of specific skills and talents needed. There are several skills common to all positions.
- We expect our volunteers to treat each other with respect at all times and maintain professional dress and attitudes.
- An applicant should possess a willingness to serve and a desire to expand the mission at Children of the Nations.
- Please possess a willingness to learn new skills and use existing skills while working as a team member with other staff and volunteers.
Is it possible to volunteer from home?
Some of our volunteers do volunteer at home, but it may not be possible, depending on the needs of the particular position.
Where can I volunteer and whom do I contact?
To volunteer at one of our offices please see the list below of locations and who to contact.
National Office:
Silverdale, WA – Danielle Arrant, daniellearrant@cotni.org
Regional/Area Offices:
Seattle, WA – Erik Nield, eriknield@cotni.org
Orlando, FL – info-FL@cotni.org
Tustin, CA – Bob Palocsay, bobpalocsay@cotni.org
San Diego, CA – Holly Cunningham, hollycunningham@cotni.org
Portland, OR – Matt Payne, mattpayne@cotni.org
Phoenix, AZ – Don Ekstrand, donekstrand@cotni.org
If you don’t live near one of our offices, and would like to volunteer in other ways, please contact Danielle Arrant at daniellearrant@cotni.org.
Could I volunteer in one of the countries where COTN ministers?
If you are interested in serving in-country, please consider becoming a Global Intern, Team Leader, or Consultant with our Venture Department. To find more information about trips please contact our Venture Department.