Volunteer powered since 1970
Volunteers are essential to every aspect of Cascade and assist in anything from our signature rides to our Free Group Rides program, after-school bike clubs and everything in between. Depending on your interests, skills, or availability, we have a way for you to get involved!
Help Hungry Families this Season
Join Us for Cranksgiving
Celebrate the annual Cranksgiving food drive on November 23 by joining us for a unique combination of scavenger hunt and biking. Not only will you enjoy a delightful day on your bicycle, but you’ll also be fighting food insecurity in Seattle. The beneficiaries of this event are the University District Food Bank, Byrd Barr Place, and the Rainier Valley Food Bank.
All open opportunities
Looking for other ways to volunteer? There are hundreds of opportunities to get involved with Cascade: from event preparation & staffing, to leading rides, to volunteering with youth on bikes, and more. Check out all available opportunities and make an impact on the cycling community.
Rides & Events
Get a glimpse behind the curtain and see how rides like Seattle to Portland are made! We're always looking for volunteers for pre-event prep and day-of operations like packet stuffing, start/finish line support, and rest stop leaders.
Outriders
The Cascade Outriders are a highly skilled and experienced volunteer group that provides ride support for logistical, mechanical, traffic, and minor medical incidents in addition to providing information and moral support to riders.
Food Bank Support Rides
Our mission is to deliver pedal-powered food and goods to food-insecure neighbors, all from the seat of a cargo-carrying bicycle. Plus it’s just fun to ride your bike with a purpose! We serve marginalized communities across Seattle.
Track your progress, earn rewards
Your Volunteer Profile
You're stoked to volunteer, now what? Create your volunteer profile, sign up for opportunities you're interested in, and make an impact! Your profile is where you'll find your volunteer history via the transcript, T-shirt size, interests and email subscriptions, and training opportunities.
Did you know that Cascade's Free Group Rides program is led by volunteers? Do you wish there were Free Group Rides closer to your home? Become a Ride Leader and show off the sights and routes you love!
Volunteers Make the Difference
The hard work and passion that volunteers bring to Cascade make our Free Group Rides program, major rides, advocacy work, and education programs possible. Become part of the Cascade volunteer family and help make your mark on the bicycling community. Volunteers make a massive impact on building a better cycling world for all!
- Over 32,000 hours contributed annually
- 1,000,000 lbs of food delivered to families in need
- 28,000 riders supported in free group and major rides
- A community of 7,000 active volunteers
- 1,400 Free Group Rides completed each year