Opportunities From: HandsOn Twin Cities

We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help bring the Midtown Arts & Music Festival to life!

Event Details:
What: Midtown Arts & Music Festival
When: June 13–14, 2026
Time: Saturday 10 AM–7 PM | Sunday 11 AM–5 PM
Where: Midtown Global Market, Minneapolis
Cost: Free and open to the public

This free, community-centered event celebrates local artists, musicians, small businesses, and the rich cultural diversity that has shaped Midtown over the past 20 years.

We have a variety of volunteer roles available, with flexible shifts of approximately 2–3 hours:

Pre-Event Setup [June 12, 2026]

Artist Load-In

Greeters / Event Info Team
Help welcome guests, answer questions, and support the flow of the festival.

Saturday Shifts (10 AM – 7 PM):

Sunday Shifts (11 AM – 5 PM):

Tear Down & Clean-Up

Total Volunteers Needed: 26

This festival is a reflection of the community Midtown Global Market has embraced over the past two decades—it’s about celebrating local talent, supporting small businesses, and bringing people together through art, music, and culture.

If you’re interested in volunteering or know someone who might be, we’d love your help spreading the word. Please reach out for more details or to sign up!

Thank you for helping make this event possible.

Neighborhood Development Center (NDC) is a non-profit organization that offers training, lending, retail spaces and technical assistance to inner-city entrepreneurs in its targeted neighborhoods including, Saint Paul. Minneapolis and Brooklyn Park. NDC's mission is to improve neighborhood economies by developing the talents of micro-entrepreneurs within their own communities. NDC has trained more than 6,000 people to date (80% of whom are people of color.) We currently have nearly 700 alumni in business.

The goal of NDC's Volunteer Impact Program (VIP) is to create opportunities for members to share their skills, expertise, knowledge and time with the organization as we continue to support our small businesses. It is also an oppportuntity for members to expand their network by building relationships and connections with our VIP members.

NDC is currently looking for assistance in:

Neighborhood Development Center (NDC) is a non-profit organization that offers training, lending, retail spaces and technical assistance to inner-city entrepreneurs in its targeted neighborhoods including, Saint Paul. Minneapolis and Brooklyn Park. NDC's mission is to improve neighborhood economies by developing the talents of micro-entrepreneurs within their own communities. NDC has trained more than 6,000 people to date (80% of whom are people of color.) We currently have nearly 700 alumni in business.

NDC is interested in finding volunteers to mentor some of our entrepreneurs who are in need of some guidance and encouragement. Mentors will connect with entrepreneurs for an agreed upon time period of up to one (1) year. Mentor and mentee will meet atleast once a month or more frequently if desired.

Mentors can choose to mentor 1-3 entrepreneurs based on capacity.

Some of the areas we are interetes in includes:

Please let us know if you would like more information and if you are interested in helping one of our entrepreneurs.

Thanks,

Baba

Position Summary

The Midtown Global Market, located in South Minneapolis, is a bustling internationally themed market with stalls selling food & crafts from around the world.

We are very grateful for all the support of the community during the challenging time we are are experiencing as a city. We could use some additional help to increase our guest experience and support of our businesses.

The Management on Duty (MOD) serves as the on-site leadership presence at Midtown Global
Market, ensuring a welcoming, safe, and well-organized environment for guests, vendors, and staff.
The MOD acts as the primary point of contact during assigned shifts, supporting daily operations,
guest engagement, and emergency response procedures while representing the Market with
professionalism and care.

Guest Engagement & Hospitality
• Maintain a visible and active presence throughout the Market.
• Greet guests warmly and create a welcoming atmosphere.
• Serve as an approachable resource for guests and vendors.
• Address questions, concerns, and service needs promptly and professionally.

Support NDC and its partner organizations by helping amplify fundraising efforts that provide short-term financial relief and raise awareness for small businesses impacted by recent events. This role is ideal for volunteers who enjoy sharing information, mobilizing networks, and helping causes gain visibility.

Key Responsibilities:

Time Commitment: Flexible and short-term. Volunteers can contribute based on their availability. Flexible hybrid work.

Skills & Qualifications:

Apply at: https://www.ndc-mn.org/volunteer-with-us/

Your outreach helps generate immediate financial relief and increases awareness for businesses working to recover—making a meaningful difference during a critical time.

Organization Purpose and Structure 

Neighborhood Development Center (NDC) is a non-profit organization that offers training, lending, and technical assistance to inner-city entrepreneurs in Saint Paul and Minneapolis. NDC’s mission is to improve neighborhood economies by developing the talents of micro-entrepreneurs within their own communities. NDC has trained more than 6,000 people to date (80% of whom are people of color.) We currently have nearly 650 alumni in business.    NDC places strong emphasis on accountability, adaptability, and commitment to working closely with clients to help overcome obstacles and barriers. NDC’s work relies upon collaboration and strong personal relationships. These values drive our policies, programs, and personnel.    NDC is a small, friendly, busy office with a fast-paced work environment. Employees must be innovative, possess creative problem-solving skills and be willing to tackle a wide variety of tasks. Successful employees will have a passion for social justice and an eagerness to engage in the communities where we work.   

Position Purpose:  

We are seeking an individual who is bilingual and open to cultural diversity to spend five-ten hours a month training business client in basic social media techniques. It will be your responsibility to teach the business(es) the basics of using social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, etc. Also, assist with the creation of photos and other content using social media programs like Canva. If you apply online, please attach a resume or email it to the contact person.     

Qualifications: 

Intermediate knowledge of social media platforms 

Communications skills  

Bilingual in but not limited in Spanish, Hmong and Somalian  

Flexible schedule

The Neighborhood Development Center (NDC) is a non-profit, community development financial institution providing integrated business services to low-income community entrepreneurs to start and grow businesses in their own neighborhood.  These businesses then enrich the economic and social fabric of the community. More information at www.ndc-mn.org.

We currently have five incubators, including the Midtown Global Market in Minneapolis. We are also planning to build a new innovation center that will support entrepreneurs who seek to scale their existing businesses in sectors technology, health, wellness and beauty.

NDC is Interested in a volunteer with a background in RE Development, Property Management or Consulting.