Opportunities From: HandsOn Twin Cities

The Mission

Join us for a fun, community-focused fundraiser at Coborn's in Delano! We’re raising funds for Rock from the Heart to support heart patient education and advocacy. We need a small, dedicated team of volunteers to help us grill, serve, and share our mission with the community.

Event Details

Date: Saturday, August 15, 2026

Location: Coborn’s (Brat Stand) – 1400 Babcock Blvd, Delano, MN 55328

The Roles: Grilling hot dogs/brats, serving customers, and managing the cash box.

Available Shifts (2-3 volunteers per shift)

Shift 1: 10:30 AM – 1:15 PM (Includes setup of RFTH materials; serving begins at 11:00)

Shift 2: 1:00 PM – 3:45 PM (Peak lunch service)

Shift 3: 3:30 PM – 6:00 PM (Final service and takedown)

Volunteer Perks To show our appreciation, all volunteers are invited to enjoy one brat and a beverage on us during their shift!

Requirements

Dress Code: This event is outdoors; please dress for the weather. Long hair must be pulled back.

Free Fresh Food Fridays will take place on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of May through September. During each event, we transform our parking lot into a vibrant, farmers' market–style space where community members can select fresh produce at no cost. It’s an energetic and meaningful morning made possible by dedicated volunteers.  

Volunteers arrive at 7:30 a.m. for a brief welcome and orientation with our food shelf team, followed by setting up tents and preparing for distribution. From 9:00–11:00 a.m., volunteers assist in distributing fresh food to approximately 300–400 community members. Afterward, the team works together to clean up, with the event typically concluding by noon.  

Each event requires 40 volunteers, and it’s a fun, hands-on opportunity to make a real difference. Many teams enjoy the chance to serve side-by-side while supporting the community in a meaningful way.

Access to technology is important for staying connected and engaged in today’s world, but navigating computers and cell phones can be challenging for some. You can make a difference by helping Minneapolis (55406, 55404) seniors with basic technology questions, such as:

You can provide assistance in person or over the phone. Or, attend one of our quarterly technology clinics where seniors can receive hands-on help with their computers, cell phones, and tablets.

The Cooks for Kids (CFK) meal program offers volunteer groups a meaningful way to support Ronald McDonald House (RMH) families dealing with a child’s health crisis. The CFK program is a great way for families, friends, work groups, book clubs, faith groups, school clubs and teams (14+ years old) to support the 'House that Love Built’!

Volunteer groups purchase, prepare, and serve buffet-style meals (dinner every night and brunch on weekends) to families dealing with a hospitalized child, and by doing so, have a direct and immediate impact on those families' ability to cope during a very difficult time.

At the Ronald McDonald House inside Children's MN, Minneapolis, your group of 3-6 volunteers will to provide a meal for 60 people.

Learn more and sign up via the calendar section of our website: https://vhub.at/HIHCFK

Help clean up trash in and around the Lake! 

Pick up trash and debris around the lake perimeter of Bde Maka Ska. Equipment provided. Meet at Minneapolis Sailing Center 3010 E. Bde Maka Ska Parkway.

You may want to wear tall boots to reach trash at the edge of the Lake. Please be cautious as we sometimes find sharp objects.

Bring your friends and family! You are welcome to bring your canoes and kayaks.

Our clean-ups are Park Steward events, the Park Board asks that volunteers sign a waiver once a year. Use this link or sign one at the clean up.  MPRB Waiver

Help clean up trash in and around the Lake! 

Pick up trash and debris around the lake perimeter of Bde Maka Ska. Equipment provided. Meet at Minneapolis Sailing Center 3010 E. Bde Maka Ska Parkway.

You may want to wear tall boots to reach trash at the edge of the Lake. Please be cautious as we sometimes find sharp objects.

Bring your friends and family! You are welcome to bring your canoes and kayaks.

Our clean-ups are Park Steward events, the Park Board asks that volunteers sign a waiver once a year. Use this link or sign one at the clean up.  MPRB Waiver

We are looking for an individual or group of volunteers to help tidy up our parking lot and green space. We've got the tools; we just need you! Potential volunteer hours are available between 7:00am-3:00pm on weekdays. Opportunity is available on a biweekly basis throughout the summer.

Support Tasks:

-Litter Clean up

-Weeding

-Playground cleaning

Requirements:

-Wear closed-toe shoes

-Able to crouch for an extended period of time.

Please contact the Volunteer & Intern Coordinator, Meredith, via email with any questions and/or interest.

Calling all creative minds and hands! 

We are looking for off-site volunteers to knit or crochet hats, scarves, mittens, and blankets for kids PreK-12th grade. This opportunity is ongoing as the need for teachers to provide winter gear for their students has increased. 

Our Resource Center serves Minnesota teachers through a variety of distribution channels. For teachers located within the Twin Cities area, we offer an in-store shopping experience or curbside pick-up at our location in Roseville. We also support teachers who are located outside of the Twin Cities through extended services to ensure product makes its way into the hands of under-resourced teachers and students who need them most.

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We welcome you to drop off your donation Monday-Friday between the hours of 10am-4pm. You can drive around to the front, call the number listed and a member of our team will be happy to meet you! 

Kids In Need Foundation

200 S Owasso Blvd E, Little Canada, MN, 55117

Eastside Meals on Wheels is looking for volunteer drivers to deliver meals over their lunch hour to seniors and individuals with disabilities in their community. If you are looking for a way to become more connected to your community and have meaningful interactions with the people in it, please sign up to become a meal delivery volunteer!

How can you help: Volunteer drivers deliver so much more than a nutritious meal - they bring a smile and kind words, relieve isolation, and provide peace of mind for meal recipients and their care givers.

Qualifications: Volunteer one hour over your lunch time during the weekdays on a schedule that works for you. You must have your own transportation and license.

Where: Volunteers drive to the program site, pick up 8-10 meals stored in easy-to-carry thermal packs, and deliver them to residences using a route designed by the program. Eastside serves Meals on Wheels to the Minneapolis (Northeast, near Southeast) and St. Anthony Village areas. Delivery coordinators will provide all the necessary resources to limit the spread of disease during your route and keep both you and meal recipients safe.

**Delivering meals can fit into a work lunch break. It is also a great family-friendly volunteer opportunity so plan to bring your kids or grandkids!

For more information call their office at (612) 277-2529 or contact Bradley Van Winkle at bradley@eastsidemeals.org

We invite you to host a Hygiene Drive to collect personal care products and help ensure everyone in our community has access to daily essentials for a healthy life.

This is a great way to create a fun service project for your organization, business or community. Timing and goals are determined by you; however, needed products and criteria are listed below (note: you do not need to collect all but could focus on Oral or Body Care for instance). We will provide you with a toolkit on how to execute a successful drive.

If you'd like, a representative from Bridge to Basics can come speak to your group about hygiene insecurity, research and our mission. We can also bring a branded barrel to host your donations.

All products can be dropped off at our warehouse or picked up by a Bridge to Basics' volunteer. These items are then added to the hygiene bank inventory and donated to local nonprofits serving hygiene insecure neighbors. 

Contact hello@bridgetobasics.org to request your toolkit. 

Needed Products*:

*Noting all products should be full-size, new, unopened, and not expired. Please remember that hygiene care is personal and endeavor to build a robust and diverse product inventory that is ethnically and culturally inclusive, as well as addresses health sensitivities.

Are you interested in creating a meaningful gift for families in your community who are struggling?

Build family hygiene care bags!

Did you know that more than half of food shelf shoppers struggle to afford personal hygiene products every month? This is because hygiene items are not covered by government assistance, have limited availability at food shelves (if at all) and are expensive. Let's help address this need buy filling bags for families.

We are looking for businesses, community groups and neighbors to buy full size personal hygiene products and fill grocery bags with them for neighbors struggling to afford hygiene items. These bags will be given to food shelves, schools, housing providers and refugee services organizations.

Please note: This is a remote opportunity that occurs at your preferred location. Your group will be responsible for the purchasing and assembling of the hygiene care bags. We can provide you with suggestions of items based on needs and pricing. We can pick up the bags or you may drop them off at our St. Paul location (280/94).

We ask that each grocery bag be filled with:

You can see the full list here 

Contact hello@bridgetobasics.org to get started!

Thank you for making sure families can start and end their days feeling clean and confident!

There are many reasons people choose to spend their time at Free Geek. Absolutely no previous experience is required for new volunteers -- everyone is welcome. Volunteering in our Recycling area can be a rich opportunity for hands-on experience which is in line with Free Geek's mission of countering the digital divide. It's also simply a chance to have a lot of fun and hang out with great people!

See our website for more information on how to volunteer:

https://www.freegeektwincities.org/volunteering

Anyone age 16+ is welcome to volunteer!

Help us tackle our to-do list! Volunteer at Gibbs Farm on select Friday Mornings and Tuesday Evenings during the 2026 season. The outdoor projects change weekly usually planting, watering, weeding, harvesting, light landscape and orchard projects.

Sign up for one or several dates here:

Register Here

Projects are best for ages 6+ and are great for students, families, small groups (workplace teams, clubs, scouts, 4-H ect.) and individuals. Children under 12 should sign up with an adult.

No experience necessary! Projects will be lead by Gibbs Farm staff and all supplies, materials and instructions are provided.

Have a question or need to cancel your registration? Email Clare @ RCHS.com.

Day of Instructions:

Volunteers should park in the Gibbs Farm public parking lot of Cleveland Ave and enter the site through the wooden gates, Clare will meet you there!
Please wear close-toed shoes and clothes you can work in.
There are bathrooms and a drinking fountain with water bottle filler on site.

We collect gently used and new shoes through our Shoe Away Hunger program and sell them for a suggested donation on our mobile shoe bus and trailer and at various static sites.

We sort these shoes into three categories (great, good, and grind) at our warehouse in Plymouth on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 12 to 3:00 p.m. We would love for you or your group to join us in sorting shoes! Please visit our website at goodinthehood.org to register as a volunteer. We look forward to serving with you soon.

Friends and groups love to do this. We help a lot of people, laugh, and have a lot of fun doing this very important job!

We collect gently used and new shoes through our Shoe Away Hunger program and sell them for a suggested donation on our mobile shoe bus and trailer and at various static sites.

We sort these shoes into three categories (great, good, and grind) at our warehouse in Plymouth on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 12 to 3:00 p.m. We would love for you or your group to join us in sorting shoes! Please visit our website at goodinthehood.org to register as a volunteer. We look forward to serving with you soon.

Friends and groups love to do this. We help a lot of people, laugh, and have a lot of fun doing this very important job!

We collect gently used and new shoes through our Shoe Away Hunger program and sell them for a suggested donation on our mobile shoe bus and trailer and at various static sites.

We sort these shoes into three categories (great, good, and grind) at our warehouse in Plymouth on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 12 to 3:00 p.m. We would love for you or your group to join us in sorting shoes! Please visit our website at goodinthehood.org to register as a volunteer. We look forward to serving with you soon.

Friends and groups love to do this. We help a lot of people, laugh, and have a lot of fun doing this very important job!

Be a friend. Change a life.

The Best Buddies in Minnesota Citizens Program matches adult volunteers (peer buddies) with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (buddies) from the Twin Cities area in one-to-one friendships. This program helps people with disabilities become part of mainstream society and creates an inclusive and diverse community for all.

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What is the commitment?

Being a Peer Buddy is a one year commitment. Buddy pairs see each other in-person once a month and will also maintain weekly contact via phone, text message, email and/or other forms of communication. There are also monthly group events to attend with other Citizens buddy pairs.

Who is eligible to participate?

Anyone over the age of 18 who lives in the Twin Cities (Greater Minneapolis/St. Paul) area is eligible to participate. Each participant must complete a background check that costs $18. There are no membership fees to participate in the program, however members are expected to pay for their own activities.

How are buddy pairs matched?

We match buddy pairs based on a number of factors – including geographic location/proximity, age range, shared interests and hobbies, and other individual preferences that are conveyed in the matching process.

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TO APPLY: Visit www.bestbuddies.org/join and select 'Minnesota' and 'Citizens' in the dropdowns, then select the Twin Cities Citizens chapter

OR

email emmajester@bestbuddies.org

Reach for Resources is refreshing our staff first aid kits. The kits are already assembled. We only need volunteers to add gloves and place each kit into a labeled baggie. This is a fast and simple project that directly supports staff safety. Groups are welcome to volunteer at our office or complete the project at their own site.

Volunteers will:

No experience is needed.

First aid kits are used by staff in community programs, home visits, recreation activities, and office settings. Volunteers help ensure each kit is complete, accurate, and ready to use.

Reach for Resources Office
Minnetonka, MN

Off site volunteering is available on request. We are happy to transport all kits and supplies to your group.

To schedule a time or request an off site option, contact:

Blair McLaughlin
Executive Administrative Assistant

bmclaughlin@reachforresources.org | 952-688-3944

Volunteer at Arc's Value Village in New Hope and help unpack, sort and price great donations.  Volunteers are also need to stock the sales floor and to help colorize/organize wonderful items.

Shifts available 7 days a week and are only 2 hours.  Individuals and groups are welcome! No minimum commitment required--volunteer once or for multiple shifts!  Youth aged 8-15 can also volunteer but must do so with an adult.

Arc's Value Village offers direct volunteer sign-up through our Online Volunteer Calendar! Interested volunteers can visit our website at www.volunteerforarc.org. Click the "Sign Up or Login" tab to browse for the location, date, and time of your choosing.  If you need assistance with signing up or have questions contact Michelle T at volunteernow@arcminnesota.org or 952-915-3670.

Arc’s Value Village thrift stores are a revenue generating & public awareness vehicle for The Arc Minnesota, a statewide nonprofit organization that works to promote and protect the human rights of people who have intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Arc helps people navigate systems while working to advance social change centered in justice, equity and belonging in community.

Volunteer at Arc's Value Village in Richfield and help unpack, sort and price great donations.  Volunteers are also need to stock the sales floor and to help colorize/organize wonderful items.

Shifts available 7 days a week and are only 2-hours.  Individuals and groups are welcome! No minimum commitment required--volunteer once or for multiple shifts!  Youth aged 8-15 can also volunteer but must do so with an adult.

Arc's Value Village offers direct volunteer sign-up through our Online Volunteer Calendar! Interested volunteers can visit our website at www.volunteerforarc.org. Click the "Sign Up or Login" tab to browse and find the location, date and time of your choosing.  If you need assistance with signing up or have questions contact Michelle T at volunteernow@arcminnesota.org or 952-915-3670.

Arc’s Value Village thrift stores are a revenue generating & public awareness vehicle for The Arc Minnesota, a statewide nonprofit organization that works to promote and protect the human rights of people who have intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Arc helps people navigate systems while working to advance social change centered in justice, equity and belonging in community.

Looking for a volunteer opportunity for you and your family or coworkers? Arc's Value Village would love to host your group for a volunteer event! Volunteering in our Arc's Value Village stores helps to support the Arc Minnesota in it's mission to promote and protect the rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Typical Duties Include:

When Can I Schedule a Group Volunteering Event?
Arc's Value Village is able to accommodate groups daily! Volunteer shifts are 2 hours and youth between the ages of 8-15 can volunteer but need to volunteer with an adult.

To sign up, visit our Online Volunteer Calendar at www.volunteerforarc.org.  Click on the Sign Up or Login Tab and scroll down to find the location, date and time of your choosing. Contact Michelle T at (952) 920-0855 or volunteernow@arcminnesota.org with questions or if you need assistance to sign up.

Arc’s Value Village thrift stores are a revenue generating & public awareness vehicle for The Arc Minnesota, a statewide nonprofit organization that works to promote and protect the human rights of people who have intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Arc helps people navigate systems while working to advance social change centered in justice, equity and belonging in community.

Looking for a volunteer opportunity for you and your family or coworkers? Arc's Value Village would love to host your group for a volunteer event! Volunteering in our Arc's Value Village stores helps to support the Arc Minnesota in it's mission to promote and protect the rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Typical Duties Include:

When Can I Schedule a Group Volunteering Event?
Arc's Value Village is able to accommodate groups daily!  Volunteer shifts are are 2 hours and youth between the ages of 8-15 can volunteer but need to volunteer with an adult.

To sign up, visit our Online Volunteer Calendar at www.volunteerforarc.org. Scroll down to find the location, date and time of your choosing.  Questions? Contact Michelle T at volunteernow@arcminnsota.org or 952-915-3670 with questions or if you need assistance signing up.

Arc’s Value Village thrift stores are a revenue generating & public awareness vehicle for The Arc Minnesota, a statewide nonprofit organization that works to promote and protect the human rights of people who have intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Arc helps people navigate systems while working to advance social change centered in justice, equity and belonging in community.

Looking for a volunteer opportunity for you and your family or coworkers?  Arc's Value Village would love to host your group for a volunteer event! Volunteering in our Arc's Value Village stores helps to support the Arc Minnesota in it's mission to promote and protect the rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Typical Duties Include:

When Can I Schedule a Group Volunteering Event?
Arc's Value Village is able to accommodate groups! Volunteer shifts are 2 hours and youth between the ages of 8-15 can volunteer but need to volunteer with an adult.

To sign up, visit our Online Volunteer Calendar at www.volunteerforarc.org.  Click on the Sign Up or Login tab to find the location, date and time that works best for you. Contact Michelle T at  (952) 920-0855 or volunteernow@arcminnesota.org with questions or if you need assistance signing up.

Arc’s Value Village thrift stores are a revenue generating & public awareness vehicle for The Arc Minnesota, a statewide nonprofit organization that works to promote and protect the human rights of people who have intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Arc helps people navigate systems while working to advance social change centered in justice, equity and belonging in community.

Love spotting the latest fashion or home trends? Volunteer at Arc's Value Village in Richfield and you will help unpack, tag and hang some great fashion finds! Volunteers are needed to help stock the store with all the best fashions, accessories and with the comforts of home.

Shifts available 7 days a week and are only 2 hours.

Individuals and groups  are welcome! No minimum commitment required--volunteer once or for multiple shifts!  Youth aged 8+ can also volunteer but must do so with an adult.

Arc's Value Village offers direct volunteer sign-up through our Online Volunteer Calendar! Interested volunteers can visit our website at www.volunteerforarc.org. Click the "Sign Up or Login" tab to browse for the location, date and time of your choosing.  If you need assistance with signing up or have questions contact Michelle T at volunteernow@arcminnesota.org or 952-915-3670.

Arc’s Value Village thrift stores are a revenue generating & public awareness vehicle for The Arc Minnesota, a statewide nonprofit organization that works to promote and protect the human rights of people who have intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Arc helps people navigate systems while working to advance social change centered in justice, equity and belonging in community.

Love spotting the latest fashion or home trends? Volunteer at Arc's Value Village in Bloomington and you will help unpack, tag and hang some great fashion finds! Volunteers are needed to help stock the store with all the best fashions, accessories and with the comforts of home.

Shifts available 7 days a week and are only 2 hours.

Individuals and groups are welcome! No minimum commitment required--volunteer once or for multiple shifts!  Youth aged 8+ can also volunteer but must do so with an adult.

Arc's Value Village offers direct volunteer sign-up through our Online Volunteer Calendar! Interested volunteers can visit our website at www.volunteerforarc.org Click the "Sign Up or Login" tab to browse for the location, date and time of your choosing.  If you need assistance with signing up or have questions contact Michelle T at volunteernow@arcminnesota.org or 952-915-3670.

Arc’s Value Village thrift stores are a revenue generating & public awareness vehicle for The Arc Minnesota, a statewide nonprofit organization that works to promote and protect the human rights of people who have intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Arc helps people navigate systems while working to advance social change centered in justice, equity and belonging in community.

You’ve got your Fitbit and you’re striving to get in 10,000 steps every day! Sign up to volunteer with Arc’s Value Village as a sales floor stocker and you’ll have the opportunity to walk and work and reach your daily 10,000+ step goal! You’ll stay busy & always be moving-just watch the steps rack up! Your fitness goal will be reached AND you’ll help The Arc Minnesota support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families!

Volunteers are needed daily to help stock our sales floor and merchandise/organize.  Shifts are only 2 hours and you can volunteer as an individual or with a group.  Sign up online at www.volunteerforarc.org or contact Michelle T at volunteernow@arcminnesota.org to find out more and sign up!

Arc’s Value Village thrift stores are a revenue generating & public awareness vehicle for The Arc Minnesota, a statewide nonprofit organization that works to promote and protect the human rights of people who have intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Arc helps people navigate systems while working to advance social change centered in justice, equity and belonging in community.

Arc’s Value Village thrift stores have one-time and on-going volunteer opportunities with flexible hours—days, evenings and weekends, 7 days a week!   Volunteer shifts are 2 hours in length and scheduling is flexible.  Volunteers at Arc’s Value Village help unpack and sort donations such as clothing, accessories, household items, books, toys, jewelry, etc. and help get them ready for the sales floor. 

Sign up to volunteer on our Online Volunteer Calendar at www.volunteerforarc.org.  Click the “SIGN UP or LOGIN” tab. Then find the location, date, and time that works best for you. 

Arc’s Value Village has generated more than $28 million for The Arc’s programs and services for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. We look forward to having you volunteer with us.  Volunteer on your own or bring a friend! Contact Michelle at volunteernow@arcminnesota.org to find out more and sign up!

Arc’s Value Village thrift stores are a revenue generating & public awareness vehicle for The Arc Minnesota, a statewide nonprofit organization that works to promote and protect the human rights of people who have intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Arc helps people navigate systems while working to advance social change centered in justice, equity and belonging in community.

You’ve got your Fitbit and you’re striving to get in 10,000 steps every day! Sign up to volunteer with Arc’s Value Village as a sales floor stocker and you’ll have the opportunity to walk and work and reach your daily 10,000+ step goal! You’ll stay busy & always be moving-just watch the steps rack up! Your fitness goal will be reached AND you’ll help The Arc Minnesota support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families!

Volunteers are needed daily to help stock our sales floor and merchandise/organize. Volunteer shifts are 2 hours in length and you can volunteer individually or with a group. Sign up at www.volunteerforarc.org or contact Michelle T at volunteernow@arcminnesota.org to find out more and sign up!

 Arc’s Value Village thrift stores are a revenue generating & public awareness vehicle for The Arc Minnesota, a statewide nonprofit organization that works to promote and protect the human rights of people who have intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Arc helps people navigate systems while working to advance social change centered in justice, equity and belonging in community.

Love spending time as a family to make a difference in our community? Then volunteering at Arc's Value Village in Richfield is for you! Volunteers are needed to help stock the store with all the best fashions, accessories and with the comforts of home.

Shifts available 7 days a week and are only 2 hours.

Individuals and groups are welcome! No minimum commitment required--volunteer once or for multiple shifts!  Youth aged 8-15 can also volunteer but must do so with an adult.

Arc's Value Village offers direct volunteer sign-up through our Online Volunteer Calendar! Interested volunteers can visit our website at www.volunteerforarc.org Click the Sign Up or Login tab to browse for the location, date and time of your choosing.  If you need assistance with signing up or have questions contact Michelle at volunteernow@arcminnesota.org or 952-915-3670.

Arc’s Value Village thrift stores are a revenue generating & public awareness vehicle for The Arc Minnesota, a statewide nonprofit organization that works to promote and protect the human rights of people who have intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Arc helps people navigate systems while working to advance social change centered in justice, equity and belonging in community.

Love spending time as a family to make a difference in our community? Then volunteering at Arc's Value Village in New Hope is for you! Volunteers are needed to help stock the store with all the best fashions, accessories and with the comforts of home.

Shifts available 7 days a week and are only 2 hours.

Individuals and groups are welcome! No minimum commitment required--volunteer once or for multiple shifts!  Youth 8-15 can also volunteer but must do so with an adult.

Arc's Value Village offers direct volunteer sign-up through our Online Volunteer Calendar! Interested volunteers can visit our website at www.volunteerforarc.org Click the Sign Up or Login Tab to browse for the location, date and time of your choosing.  If you need assistance with signing up or have questions contact Michelle at volunteernow@arcminnesota.org or 952-915-3670.

Arc’s Value Village thrift stores are a revenue generating & public awareness vehicle for The Arc Minnesota, a statewide nonprofit organization that works to promote and protect the human rights of people who have intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Arc helps people navigate systems while working to advance social change centered in justice, equity and belonging in community.

Love spending time as a family to make a difference in our community? Then volunteering at Arc's Value Village in Bloomington is for you! Volunteers are needed to help stock the store with all the best fashions, accessories and with the comforts of home.

Shifts available 7 days a week and are only 2 hours.

Individuals and groups are welcome! No minimum commitment required--volunteer once or for multiple shifts!  Youth 8-15 can also volunteer but must do so with an adult.

Arc's Value Village offers direct volunteer sign-up through our Online Volunteer Calendar! Interested volunteers can visit our website at www.volunteerforarc.org. Click the Login or Sign Up tab to browse for the location, date and time of your choosing.  If you need assistance with signing up or have questions contact Michelle at volunteernow@arcminnesota.org or 952-915-3670.

Arc’s Value Village thrift stores are a revenue generating & public awareness vehicle for The Arc Minnesota, a statewide nonprofit organization that works to promote and protect the human rights of people who have intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Arc helps people navigate systems while working to advance social change centered in justice, equity and belonging in community.

Looking for a team building volunteer experience? Arc's Value Village can help! Volunteering in our Arc's Value Village thrift stores helps to support the Arc Minnesota in its mission to promote and protect the rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Typical Duties Include:

When Can I Schedule a Group Volunteering Event?

Arc's Value Village is able to accommodate individuals and group! Volunteer shifts are 2 hours and youth between the ages of 8-15 will need to volunteer with an adult.

To sign up, visit our Online Volunteer Calendar at www.volunteerforarc.org. Contact Michelle T at volunteernow@arcminnesota.org or (952) 920-0855 with questions or if you need assistance in signing up.

Arc’s Value Village thrift stores are a revenue generating & public awareness vehicle for The Arc Minnesota, a statewide nonprofit organization that works to promote and protect the human rights of people who have intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Arc helps people navigate systems while working to advance social change centered in justice, equity and belonging in community.

Looking for a team building volunteer experience? Arc's Value Village can help! Volunteering in our Arc's Value Village thrift stores helps to support the Arc Minnesota's mission to promote and protect the rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Typical Duties Include:

When Can I Schedule a Group Volunteering Event?

Arc's Value Village is able to accommodate individuals and groups!  Volunteer shifts are 2 hours and youth between the ages of 8-15 will need to volunteer with an adult.

To sign up, visit our Online Volunteer Calendar at www.volunteerforarc.org.  Contact Michelle T at volunteernow@arcminnesota.org or (952) 920-0855 with questions or if you need assistance signing up.

Arc’s Value Village thrift stores are a revenue generating & public awareness vehicle for The Arc Minnesota, a statewide nonprofit organization that works to promote and protect the human rights of people who have intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Arc helps people navigate systems while working to advance social change centered in justice, equity and belonging in community.

Looking for a team building volunteer experience? Arc's Value Village can help with that! Volunteering in our Arc's Value Village thrift stores helps to support the Arc Minnesota's mission to promote and protect the rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Typical Duties Include:

When Can I Schedule a Group Volunteering Event?

Arc's Value Village is able to accommodate individuals and groups! Volunteer shifts are 2 hours.  Youth between the ages of 8-15 will need to volunteer with an adult.

To sign up, visit our Online Volunteer Calendar at www.volunteerforarc.org. Contact Michelle T at volunteernow@arcminnesota.org or (952) 920-0855 with questions or assistance in signing up.

Arc’s Value Village thrift stores are a revenue generating & public awareness vehicle for The Arc Minnesota, a statewide nonprofit organization that works to promote and protect the human rights of people who have intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Arc helps people navigate systems while working to advance social change centered in justice, equity and belonging in community.

Please check-in  on the footpath at Euclid Pl & E Lake of the Isles Pkwy

Help clean up trash in and around the Lake! We do this every 2nd Saturday of each month through September. We’ll have treats and clean up gear like gloves, buckets, bags, rakes and trash pickers to borrow.

You may want to wear tall boots to reach trash at the edge of the Lake. Please be cautious as we sometimes find sharp objects.

Bring your friends and family! You are welcome to bring your canoes and kayaks.

Our clean-ups are Park Steward events, the Park Board asks that volunteers sign a waiver once a year. Use this link or sign one at the clean up.   MPRB Waiver

FamilyMeans is looking for volunteers willing to provide in-home respite to families. In-home respite consists of going into caregivers’ homes weekly and providing nonmedical care to care receivers. This can consist of playing games, having conversations, doing other activities or just being there with the care receiver. Volunteers are asked to volunteer 3 hours a week. These times are flexible and can be done at whatever time works best for you and the family you are matched with. This can be done individually, as a family project, or as a small group.

Is this opportunity right for me…

Current FamilyMeans in-home respite differ greatly in their personalities and why they chose this option. Here are some of the reasons why volunteers chose this option and continue volunteering.  

o   They appreciated flexible hours. There is no set time so volunteers can volunteer at times that fit their schedule.

o   Some volunteers enjoy being one on one with people rather than being in a group setting.

o   Some volunteers really like the social aspect of this opportunity. Since we carefully match volunteers and clients based on personalities and interests, to them it feels like spending 3 hours with a friend.  

o   Some volunteers like the gratification that comes with this opportunity. Volunteers get to see how the work they do benefits the caregiver.

We are seeking dedicated volunteers for our Neighbor to Neighbor Companion service in metro and rural areas of Minnesota. You can make a difference in the life of an older adult, share skills, meet new people and have fun in the community. 

A Neighbor to Neighbor Companion is a bridge to fuller, more active lives for older adults who need a little extra support to continue living at home, stay healthy and remain as independent as possible.  

COVID-19 Update

Due to the current pandemic, Neighbor to Neighbor Companion services are currently being offered exclusively virtually via phone and video chat. We will transition back to in person visits and reintroduce transportation support when we can do so safely, following state and federal guidelines

We are always looking for individuals who are willing to donate their time to the Boys & Girls Clubs. Individuals can assist with programming in our three priority areas: Academic Success, Healthy Lifestyles, and Good Character & Citizenship. Activities include homework help, assistance and mentorship during academic programming, recreation, athletics, college and career readiness, and art. We also welcome individuals who have a special skill or talent that they would like share with our Club members. 

All volunteers must pass a background check.

Typically, there is a minimum commitment of 2 hours a week or 8 hours a month.  

Program hours during regular school days take place from 2:00-9:00pm; most need for volunteers is between 2:00-7:00pm. Program hours during any day that school is closed (i.e. summer break, spring break, winter break, etc.) take place from 8:00am-5:30pm. All programming occurs Monday-Friday.

There are various Club sites throughout the Twin Cities, including 5 Clubs in Minneapolis, 3 Clubs in Saint Paul, and 2 Clubs in Richfield, in addition to our residential camp (Voyageur Environmental Center) in Mound, MN.

Please submit your volunteer application here: https://boysandgirls.org/volunteer-application-2/

For more information, please contact Grace Bettendorf at gbettendorf@bgc-tc.org or 651-200-4102.

Friends of Crystal Parks is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that works to make the City of Crystal an even better place to raise a family or grow a business.  Funds raised through Friends of Crystal Parks events improve the City of Crystal's parks; and is fun to be a part of.  Plus, more volunteers makes for better events - and better parks!  One of their annual contributions is to purchase trees to hand out at the city's annual Arbor Day Event on the first Wednesday in May.  Other donations to projects are also made.

Friends of Crystal Parks currently hosts various events each year; including a plant sale the Saturday prior to Memorial Day weekend.  Additional fundraising ideas are being sought.  The group also provides information on ways to support Crystal's parks at the annual Crystal Frolics Family Festival on the last Saturday of July.  The Friends of Crystal Parks Board meets monthly September through May at the Crystal Community Center - all are welcome!  To learn more about this group, please visit:  www.friendsofcrystalparks.org.

The American Cancer Society is a volunteer lead organization, engaging with employees in the community across the business sector, from small, to mid-size to large companies. We engage with employees through events and work place activities. We are looking for expertise around developing a strategy to enhance our employee engagement in the Twin Cities.

It's the little things we do that can make the biggest impact on the lives of others. Whether you are looking to build your resume, or bring new meaning to your free time, you can make a difference at Allina Health Hospice!

Share your skills and talents with our hospice patients, their family and caregivers through a variety of volunteer opportunities such as, but not limited to:

-Companionship

-Respite for caregivers

-Errand running

-Transportation

-Reading/writing

-We Honor Veterans

-Massage, Pet Therapy, Hairstyle (Proof of certification is required prior to volunteering)

Consider volunteering with our patients and their family and caregivers; the life you change, may just be your own!

To apply online go to www.allinahealth.org/hospicevolunteer

For more information please call 612-262-7108

Do you have a talent, hobby or passion you'd love to share with others? MSS is looking for creative and engaging volunteers to share their passion with adults with disabilities at any of our 6 locations (Apple Valley, Eagan, St Paul, Shoreview, Brooklyn Park, and Oakdale). Opportunities available any weekday Mon-Fri in 2 hour shifts, anytime between 9-2pm (times may vary by location). Must be comfortable engaging with adults with disabilities and must be able to pass a background check.

Some options requested by our persons served:

fitness/yoga/dance/movement

music

cooking/baking

art/weaving/pottery/woodworking

theater/performance

Longfellow/Seward Healthy Seniors offers a variety of classes and activities for older adults in the Longfellow and Seward neighborhoods of Minneapolis. We are looking for skilled volunteers interested in leading a fitness, or strength & balance class geared towards seniors! In the past, programs such as tai chi, yoga, chair yoga, and self-defense have been popular with our clients.

Do you have skills to share? Let us know!

Classes can be single-session, or take the form of weekly or monthly programs. Longfellow/Seward Healthy Seniors provides event space and program materials.

Travel Unity is a nonprofit working to make the world of travel welcoming to people of all backgrounds and identities.

As a Travel Unity volunteer, you will connect with people from around the world and engage with professionals across the travel industry. Volunteers contribute to projects that highlight inclusive travel and career pathways in tourism.

All volunteers begin with one of two projects:

• Spotlight: A short profile of a travel professional, exploring their career path and why inclusion matters in their work.
• Case Study: A look at how an organization is working to make travel more welcoming for different kinds of travelers.

Volunteers should be comfortable working as part of a team, communicating regularly, and participating in online meetings using platforms such as Zoom or Google Meet.

To get started, complete the volunteer application:
https://bit.ly/TUvolunteerapp

Learn more about Travel Unity:
https://travelunity.org

We serve a week's worth of groceries to those facing hunger in our community. Volunteers help set up the site for the day's distribution. Children are welcome with adult supervision. 

Love marketing? Advertising? Building buzz around something meaningful?

We're building a high-impact Marketing & Brand Team for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) Minnesota - and we're looking for creative thinkers, campaign builders, and visibility drivers who want to put their skills to work for a mission that truly matters.

This isn't stuffing envelopes. This is building real community-facing campaigns with measurable reach and impact.

What You'll Get to Create

Marketing Lead Opportunity

If you're ready to step into leadership, the Marketing Lead will:

Who This is Perfect For

Why This is Different

If you want to use your marketing skills for something bigger than clicks and likes, this is it.

Interested in serving as a Marketing Lead or joining the team? Let's connect!

About This Role

The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) Minnesota Chapter is seeking a motivated, organized Sponsorship & Community Partnerships Lead to help grow our funding and community support through corporate sponsorships, grants, and donations. 

This role is ideal for someone comfortable with research, outreach, and relationship-building. In addition to identifying opportunities, this volunteer may help initiate contact with potential sponsors by phone and/or email - using AFSP-provided materials and guidance. 

What You'll Do

Who This is Great For

This role is a great fit for someone who enjoys people-facing work and is comfortable making professional asks, including individuals with experience or interest in:

No prior nonprofit fundraising experience is required - training, talking points, and support are provided! 

Skills & Qualities We're Looking For

Why Volunteer With AFSP

How to Get Involved 

If you're interested in using your skills, and your voice, to help save lives - we'd love to connect! Training, scripts, and ongoing support will be provided!

Open the door to international friendships that last a lifetime!

Experience international culture without leaving home by hosting an NWSE foreign exchange student! The world comes to you! Host an exchange student for rewarding opportunities to share your culture, and to get to know a student from another country.

Learn more @ https://www.nwse.com/

Assist with projects such as bulk repack of staples for food shelves, Fare for All, and pack boxes for Twin Cities Mobile Market free distributions at our warehouse in New Hope. IMPORTANT: After registration, please fill out the electronic waiver sent with your confirmation email. All participants must sign waiver before reporting for their volunteer shift. 

IMPORTANT: Please register on our VolunteerHub page so we can keep group sizes at the CDC-recommended size and ensure participants have access to electronic waiver. After registration, the electronic waiver will be sent with your confirmation email. All participants must sign waiver before reporting for their volunteer shift.

https://thefoodgroupmn.volunteerhub.com/

CAPI is an immigrant-led, nonprofit organization that is dedicated to helping Minnesota’s newest refugees and immigrants gain access to jobs, housing, food, health education, and youth and senior social services in order to promote economic independence, self-determination and social equality.

CAPI has the first and only Asian-specific food shelf in the state. Since 1982, CAPI’s food shelf has been supporting the cultural and nutritional needs of approximately 2,000 individuals each month with more than 450,000 pounds of food each year. The food shelf continues to serve immigrants, refugees, and individuals of all backgrounds.

We are looking to build our community of volunteers to improve the sustainability of our food shelf to better serve community members who are food insecure and utilize our services. Volunteers are crucial in supporting our community members to achieve our mission of "guiding refugees and immigrants toward self-determination and social equality."

As a food shelf volunteer, you will be involved in multiple aspects of operating CAPI’s food shelf.  

Tasks include:

Desirable skills (but not required):

Available Shifts:

Mondays and Tuesdays: 10:30am-12:00pm, 1:00pm-2:30pm, 2:30pm-4:00pm

Wednesdays and Thursdays: 9:00am to 10:30am, 1:00pm-2:30pm, 2:30pm-4:00pm

High school/college students, groups, families, and seniors are a great fit for the volunteer position!

Our mission is to provide free sports equipment, camps, grants and tickets for military families.  Your company could put together a gear drive and fundraiser to support our mission.  Everyone has the extra sets of last year's sizes in the garage, and across the company you could make a large impact.  If that was coupled with a micro fundraiser ($5 per person) across a large company (1000 employees) you'd make a macro impact!

Position: Mail Delivery Volunteer

Description: Join our team of compassionate volunteers and spread joy while delivering mail to the residents of the Lyngblomsten Care Center! As a mail delivery volunteer, you’ll not only bring letters and packages but also brighten their day with a warm smile. Your presence matters!

Schedule:

Location: Our Lyngblomsten campus is nestled in a cozy St. Paul neighborhood, surrounded by the MN State Fairgrounds on one side and Como Park on the other.

Why Volunteer with Us?

Contact: For any questions or to express your interest, please reach out to David at dmaeda@lyngblomsten.org.

Ready to Make a Difference? Fill out our volunteer application form here: https://www.volgistics.com/appform/23212736. The final step involves completing a Dept of Human Services background screen with fingerprinting (required for working with vulnerable adults).

Thank you for considering volunteering with us!

We are pre boxing food to provide a week's worth of groceries to those facing hunger in our communities. We need volunteers to help us get set up for the food distribution event (12-2 pm). This will include receiving food from the local food banks and organizing the food for the distribution that evening.

We can host up to 15 volunteers per shift. Click here to register: CLICK HERE  or contact jamie@goodinthehood.org (please wear work-appropriate clothes and NO open-toed shoes please). We always serve with a spirit of joy and look forward to having you join us!

We are practicing social distancing and wearing masks/gloves at all times while serving on-site.

Contact: jamie@goodinthehood.org if you have any questions. 

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Volunteer at Arc's Value Village in Bloomington and help unpack, sort and price great donations.  Volunteers are also need to stock the sales floor and to help colorize/organize wonderful items.

Shifts available 7 days a week and are only 2 hours.  Individuals and groups are welcome! No minimum commitment required--volunteer once or for multiple shifts!  Youth aged 8-15 can also volunteer but must do so with an adult.

Arc's Value Village offers direct volunteer sign-up through our Online Volunteer Calendar! Interested volunteers can visit our website at arcsvaluevillage.org/volunteer. Click the "Volunteer" tab to browse and scroll down to the Click Here to Volunteer Blue Button.  If you need assistance with signing up or have questions contact Michelle T at volunteernow@arcminnesota.org or 952-915-3670.

Arc’s Value Village thrift stores are a revenue generating & public awareness vehicle for The Arc Minnesota, a statewide nonprofit organization that works to promote and protect the human rights of people who have intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Arc helps people navigate systems while working to advance social change centered in justice, equity and belonging in community.

Mount Olivet Careview Home has been serving senior residents for over 60 years. We rank number 1 in Minnesota and received recognition in Newsweek’s Best Nursing Homes 2023 list.

Our residents love and deserve a little pampering! We have many opportunities open to help with manicures, hand massages, and visiting with our residents. No tools necessary - all items will be provided. Volunteers ages 15+ may apply! This is a great opportunity for groups or single applicants. Volunteer background checks and fingerprinting arranged by facility.  Please join us for a fabulous time!

Help us change lives through music! River City Rhythm is searching for enthusiastic professionals looking to make a difference by serving on our board of directors. We are seeking the best candidates, regardless of your location.

To learn more about RCR as well as this opportunity and how to apply, please click here. Thank you for your consideration!

Senior Companion volunteers, age 55+, offer assistance with daily tasks and transportation to older adults who wish to stay active, healthy and continue living at home. Through weekly in-home visits a few hours a week, our trained volunteer companions offer assistance by:

We are looking for off-site volunteers to purchase fleece and make tie blankets for kids PreK-12th grade. This opportunity is ongoing as the need for teachers to provide these items for their students has increased. 

Blankets can be any size and design! 

Our Resource Center serves Minnesota teachers through a variety of distribution channels. For teachers located within the Twin Cities area, we offer an in-store shopping experience or curbside pick-up at our location in Roseville. We also support teachers who are located outside of the Twin Cities through extended services to ensure product makes its way into the hands of under-resourced teachers and students who need them most.

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We welcome you to drop off your donation Monday-Friday between the hours of 10am-4pm. You can drive around to the front, call the number listed and a member of our team will be happy to meet you! 

Kids In Need Foundation
2719 Patton Rd
Roseville, MN 55113

Our marketing department is in need of social media support! Volunteer your expertise! We're flexible, not too demanding, and incredibly grateful for any help we can get. We're a North Minneapolis community center with an early childhood learning center and a host of other programs that need your attention, and that of our followers. Help us steward our clients and funders by showing them the work we're doing.

New Day Thrift Store is looking for people to sort, price and put clothing out on the sales floor.  This person would separate out any stained or unsalable clothes to be donated to other organizations that take them for rags, etc.  Clothes would then be placed on hangers and tagged. Children under 14 are able to volunteer, but an adult needs to come with them to supervise them. Come join us! Our volunteers have fun while helping a great cause! Your help would really be appreciated!!!

Small groups (up to 5) welcome, but we don't have enough space for large groups.

Welcome to Breaking Free! We're excited to have you join us in our mission to end all forms of sex trafficking and sexual exploitation. As a valued member of our volunteer team, you play a crucial role in making a positive impact on the lives of those we serve. Below, you'll find an overview of ongoing volunteer opportunities that are available to you:

1. Ongoing Opportunities:

2. Seasonal Opportunities:

3. Individualized Volunteer Opportunities:

4. Housekeeping Needs:

5. Meal Services:

6. Supervised Play:

7. Event Planning and Coordination:

8. Virtual Opportunities (Coming Soon):

Please refer to this list regularly, as new opportunities will be posted. We appreciate your dedication to our cause and look forward to working together to create a safer and brighter future for survivors of sex trafficking and sexual exploitation.

Thank you for being part of our team!

Warm regards,

Breaking Free

Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up. Thank you!

POSITION TITLE: Fight For Air Climb Committee Member

WHAT IS FIGHT FOR AIR CLIMB EVENT: A unique fundraising event where teams and individuals from all fitness levels take to the stairs to support the American Lung Association.

POSITION SUMMARY: Works closely with staff and volunteer leaders to promote the Fight For Air Climb throughout the community, recruit new climb teams, engage new corporate partners, and provide input to enhance the event day experience.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Committee

§  Share responsibility of reaching the Fight for Air Climb goals:

o   Fundraising: ~$208,000 | Participation: 550+

§  Actively participate in monthly committee meetings and engaging in discussed action items between meetings.

Corporate Introductions

§  Utilize your sphere of influence to help invite new corporate partners to support the Lung Association’s mission through a Fight for Air Climb sponsorship or employee team.

o   Member’s Goal: outreach to 5+ NEW potential companies

Teams

§  Work with staff to develop a plan for recruiting NEW teams and help open doors to these opportunities

o   Member’s Goal: Recruit 3+ NEW Climb teams

§  Support efforts to engage with PAST and increase number of participants

Example Actions:

o   Volunteer to table at a local event

o   Call 20+ past Climbers to encourage registration

Event

§  Assist in determining marketing strategies to reach new audiences

o   Example Actions: Seek out 1 new opportunity to promote the Fight For Air Climb

§  Share ideas and feedback to make event day a fun and impactful experience

§  Distribute event information

§  Goal is to recruit 5+ event day volunteers

Your Estimated Time Commitment

§  Attend scheduled virtual meetings & complete action items                                  6 hours

§  Create your own team & complete personal fundraising                                         3 hours

§  Recruit new team captains and promote the Climb                                                   6 hours

§  Volunteer recruitment                                                                                                           1 hours

§  Assist with packet pick-up or event day setup                                                              2 hours

§  Attend & participate in Fight For Air Climb                                                                     3 hours

ESTIMATED TOTAL TIME:                                                                                     21 HOURS

Looking for Board Members to bring their ideas energy and passion for Art, Horses, Humans and Nature to our community.  We are especially looking for people who identify as BIPOC & LGBTQ+ & part of the disability community.  Come join our fun team!  We have a one hour meeting a month and would love your help on various projects and ideas! 

 Farm Help:

At Art, Heart and Hoofbeats Equine Rescue and Sanctuary we welcome volunteers to the farm to help on a regular scheduled basis or with special projects. This often includes cleaning stalls, mending or building a fence, building goat toys general maintenance of the grounds. Volunteers with special skills (such as electricians or carpenters) are also needed!

Bring your team for a fun relaxing day working outside gardening, building and enjoying each others company while supporting a great cause!

Thank you for your contribution to this community effort! Lending events wouldn't be possible without your help! 

Volunteers help members check toys in-and-out, with our user-friendly, custom-built computer program, as well as keep track of toys in the inventory (counting pieces etc.).

Volunteers also help to re-shelve returned toys and keep the space looking presentable. 

Events can be fast-paced and fun! Take some time away from the kids and feel good about helping the community!

We especially need help on the Wednesday evening shift.  This one is difficult for us to fill.  Even an hour or two can really help us out to keep our doors open for lending hours.

Great opportunity for students who need to full fill volunteer hours for school!

Looking for a group volunteer opportunity for your company.  We can have around 20 people in a group. 

Things you group could help us with would include, labeling, cleaning, checking batteries, taping up boxes or replacing bags.

We are a small (4 moms) volunteer run non profit organization.  Not sure what a toy library is?  Think of a book library but with toys.  We have nearly 5000 toys that our members can check out for up to a month at a time.  We work hard to reduce waste and recycle many other items at the library.

Contact us today for a great opportunity for your company!

Looking for a group volunteer opportunity for your company?  We can have up to 20 people in a group. 

Things you group could help us with would include: labeling toys, cleaning, checking batteries on toys, taping up boxes or replacing bags.

We are a small (4 moms) volunteer run non profit organization.  Not sure what a toy library is?  Think of a book library but with toys.  We have nearly 5000 toys that our members can check out for up to a month at a time.  We work hard to reduce waste and recycle many other items at the library.

Contact us today for a great opportunity for your company!

Thank you for your contribution to this community effort! Lending events wouldn't be possible without your help! 

Volunteers help members check toys in-and-out, with our user-friendly, custom-built computer program, as well as keep track of toys in the inventory (counting pieces etc.).

Volunteers also help to re-shelve returned toys and keep the space looking presentable. 

Events can be fast-paced and fun! Take some time away from the kids and feel good about helping the community!

We especially need help on the Wednesday evening shift.  This one is difficult for us to fill.  Even an hour or two can really help us out to keep our doors open for lending hours.

Great opportunity for students who need to full fill volunteer hours for school!

The Minneapolis Toy Library accepts toy donations appropriate for age 0 - 5 years old. Any toy that would is described as being appropriate for this age range, we accept! The things we don't accept: 

If you are looking for inspiration, please check out our Amazon Wishlist page for the toys we would LOVE to have in our inventory! 

Amazon Wishlist page

Toys can be dropped off anytime our locations are open. You can also email us if those times don't work out for you. 

Thank you!

Thank you for your contribution to this community effort! Lending events wouldn't be possible without your help! 

Volunteers help members check toys in-and-out, with our user-friendly, custom-built computer program, as well as keep track of toys in the inventory (counting pieces etc.).

Volunteers also help to re-shelve returned toys and keep the space looking presentable. 

Events can be fast-paced and fun! Take some time away from the kids and feel good about helping the community!

Great opportunity for students who need to full fill volunteer hours for school!

Our team of dedicated volunteers, highly trained certified instructors and gentle horses allow us to provide therapeutic horseback riding and carriage driving lessons to children and adults with special needs. We are privileged to work with a caring, patient and strong community of people. As a volunteer with River Valley Riders, you are a partner in our mission “to create a supportive community where people with special needs connect with horses and experience life-changing benefits."

LOCATION

Volunteer at our Afton facility, with indoor and outdoor arenas and scenic trails in the beautiful St. Croix River valley area. 

TRAINING - Required for new volunteers

For more information about the next volunteer training session: www.rivervalleyriders.org/volunteers

OPPORTUNITIES

River Valley Riders provides services from mid-April through early-November at our facility in Afton. Volunteer once per week for the full season or choose which of the 8-9 week sessions work for you (spring, summer, or fall). Volunteer shifts are 1-3 hours during your choice of Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday evenings.

The primary volunteer role is walking alongside the participant as they ride their horse during the lesson. “Sidewalkers” follow direction from PATH Intl. certified instructors to support the rider as they perform the lesson skill or activity while promoting their independence and are VITAL for rider success. Volunteers with horse experience may have the opportunity to be part of the team by leading the horse during the lesson.

Our carriage driving program offers volunteer opportunities to help get the horse ready for the lesson and assist the participant during their lesson.

There are many additional ways to donate your time and talent to help us achieve our mission including: photography, creative writing, fundraising, gardening, and more!

REQUIREMENTS

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

WHAT’S NEXT?

Visit www.rivervalleyriders.org/volunteers for more information.

Questions? Contact info@rivervalleyriders.org or call 651-439-2558.

Bilingual Learning Center (BLC) is a Spanish and English that offers fun programming outside of school. We are seeking volunteers for our after school program where you'd support games, arts, storytelling and other various engaging activities. 

This is a great opportunity to practice your Spanish and gain experience with youth! Spanish is preferred but not required. 

Our schedule is flexible! Let us know your availability. 

We have two different after school sites Monday - Friday.

Before school volunteers needed from 7:30 - 9:30am as well!

How you will support:

Expectations of All BLC Volunteers:

Longfellow/Seward Healthy Seniors offers a variety of classes and activities for older adults in the Longfellow and Seward neighborhoods of Minneapolis. We are looking for volunteers interested in leading craft or art skill classes.  Beginning watercolor, rock painting, Alcohol ink,  card crafting or simple clay projects are all popular with our community. But we would love to hear your ideas! Projects need to be assessable to all skill levels and provide options for students  who struggle with dexterity.

Classes can be single-session, or take the form of weekly or monthly programs. You provide the skills and talent and Longfellow/Seward Healthy Seniors provides the event space and program materials.

Mount Olivet Rolling Acres (MORA) includes a wide array of services to support children, adults, and seniors by a caring and dedicated team. In offering your time, talents, or donations to MORA, you help to create a stronger community that values empowerment and belonging for ALL.

We know that dance is proven to improve moods, reduce stress, and is a great work out! MORA would love for our participants to experience all the benefits of dance by having a teacher or group of dancers who would be interested in coming to lead our participants in a regular dance hour. Come spend time chatting, meeting new people, and creating a fun time of community! You lead the music and style of dance. No previous experience necessary. Staff will always be available to help. Day and time are flexible.

Volunteer with Mount Olivet Rolling Acres (MORA) and be a vital part of our unique programming to enhance personal growth for people with mental and physical disabilities.

Mount Olivet Rolling Acres (MORA) includes a wide array of services to support children, adults, and seniors by a caring and dedicated team. In offering your time, talents, or donations to MORA, you help to create a stronger community that values empowerment and belonging for ALL.

We know that singing is proven to improve moods, reduce stress, improve memory, and build confidence! MORA would love for our participants to experience all the benefits of singing by having a choir leader who would be interested in coming to lead our participants in a regular choir hour. Come spend time chatting, meeting new people, and creating a fun time of community! Staff will always be available. Day and time are flexible.

“To sing is an expression of your being…”-Maria Callus

Volunteer with Mount Olivet Rolling Acres (MORA) and be a vital part of our unique programming to enhance personal growth for people with mental and physical disabilities.

We’re collecting hair care products to support women and men entering Touchstone Mental Health’s residential treatment programs. Everyone deserves to feel comfortable and confident—and that includes having access to products designed for their unique hair textures and needs.

We’re seeking donations of items such as:

We’re organizing a Blanket & Quilt Drive for clients at Touchstone Mental Health as they move into new apartments and begin a new chapter in their lives. Let’s wrap them in warmth, love, and support!

We’re especially hoping to collect throw blankets or fleece tie blankets—cozy gifts residents can keep and take with them when they move on.

Donation Drop-Off: Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Location: 2312 Snelling Ave., Minneapolis 55404

If those times don’t work, contact us at fundraising@touchstonemh.org to arrange another time to meet up.

Your generosity helps make a new place truly feel like home. Thank you for helping us share comfort and care this holiday season!

We are seeing an increased demand for books and invite you to gather your friends, family, and community and join us in promoting literacy and diversity in books by hosting a book drive.

No matter whether you host one in-person or virtually, you will be planting seeds of social change as literacy is a key determinant of academic, social, and economic success.

Visit https://www.ppgjli.org/host-a-book-drive for all the tools and resources needed to host a book drive!

 Pet Visits

Many of our residents miss having a pet of their own. You would put a smile on a resident’s face if you visited with your pet!  No need to be a registered therapy dog.   Just have a loving, gentle, well-behaved personality. 

All visiting animals need to be well behaved and up to date on all vaccines.

Create Good Night kits to help FamilyWise families with bedtime preparedness.

We're looking for bundles containing the following items:

Bundles can be packaged in a tote bag for convenience.
Great opportunity for large volunteer groups or families!

Donations can be dropped off Monday-Friday 9AM to 4PM at 3036 University Ave SE Minneapolis MN 55414

Please contact the volunteer coordinator with any questions and to notify for drop off mrosheim@familywiseservices.org

The leaves are falling and winter is on the way...  Would your team or group like to help our unhoused relatives stay healthy and cozy this winter?  This opportunity would see your team purchasing the items to donate to the Native American Community Clinic and assembling them off-site in the location of your choice and dropping them off at our clinic.

Pack some kits that NACC's harm reduction team can distribute to folks in need. 

Possible items to include:  Hand warmers, beanie, gloves, wool socks, tissues, chapstick.

We are distributing pre-boxed food that will provide a week's worth of groceries to those facing hunger in our communities. We need volunteers to help distribute the food from 4:30-8 pm. Jobs include placing pre-boxed items in shopping carts and placing groceries to client's cars, and event clean up. We can host up to 15 volunteers for this shift. Click Here to register. (please wear work-appropriate clothes and no open-toed shoes please). We always serve with a spirit of joy and look forward to having you join us!

We practice social distancing and wear face masks and gloves while serving.  Assure you are feeling well with no cough/fever/ or upper respiratory issues

Contact: jamie@goodinthehood.org if you have any questions or have difficulty getting registered. 

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We serve a week's worth of groceries to those facing hunger in our community.  Volunteers help set up the site for the day's distribution. Children are welcome with an adult supervision.

Newport Library is a volunteer run library in the small river City of Newport, MN. This quaint community just southeast of St. Paul is one of the oldest communities in the Twin Cities Metro. The city boasts a 132-year-old Library. We invite you to become a part of this beautiful legacy of literacy and community support by becoming a Volunteer in our beautiful little library. 

Library Volunteers assist patrons with item check-out, computer use, scanning, printing, laminating, and most importantly being a resource. Volunteers are the heart of this lovely space. No prior library experience is necessary. Volunteers must be 18 years of age or older and willing to work alone. The primary job of the Volunteer is to be a friendly face.  Because we work with children and vulnerable adults, Volunteers must pass a background check including fingerprinting. The reward of serving this beautiful community is worth the process. 

Do you like to build puzzles, sing and dance, play games, hang out with other people and do other fun activities? If so FamilyMeans Day Out Program might be a fit for you. Day Out is a program for caregivers to drop off their care receivers. Caregivers get a well-deserved break while care receivers get to participate in fun activities. This program happens on Fridays from 9:30 am to 1 pm. Volunteers help guide participants, which we call friends, through these activities in a 1:1 ratio. Volunteers can’t and therefore aren’t expected to help with the personal care of clients. While Day Out occurs every Friday volunteers can sign up month by month for Fridays that work for them. Some volunteers like to come as often as possible, and others sign up once a month or less.

Volunteers love this program because there is a real sense of community with the volunteers and the friends. They also enjoy helping friends through these activities and getting to know them. They also really enjoy the themes we have each day and some volunteers really like dressing up for those themes.

Typical Day Out Schedule

9:30-9:45- Volunteer meeting

9:45 to 10- Friends start filtering in

10:00-10:15- Time for chatting

10:15-10:30- Singing

10:30-11:00- Introduction to theme and large group activities like Wheel of Fortune, Family Feud, etc.

11:00-12:00- Individual activities like puzzles, games, or just having a conversation

12:00 to 12:30- Lunch- Bring your own

12:30 to 1:00- more large group games

FamilyMeans is looking for volunteers to help with our new group respite program Community Connection in partnership with the YMCA of Forest Lake. This program is designed for people who are in the early stages of memory loss and will give them in fun activities designed just for them. Volunteers will assist in setting up, guiding participants through activities, and will help clean up at the end of the day. This program will run on Tuesdays from 12 pm to 4 pm with volunteers being asked to arrive early to set up and stay late to clean up. We can work with you if you are interested but can’t make every week or can’t be there the whole time.

FamilyMeans is looking for volunteers willing to provide in-home respite to families in the Forest Lake area. In-home respite consists of going into caregivers’ homes weekly and providing nonmedical care to care receivers. This can consist of playing games, having conversations, doing other activities or just being there with the care receiver. Volunteers are asked to volunteer 3 hours a week. These times are flexible and can be done at whatever time works best for you and the family you are matched with. This can be done individually, as a family project, or as a small group.

Is this opportunity right for me…

Current FamilyMeans in-home respite differ greatly in their personalities and why they chose this option. Here are some of the reasons why volunteers chose this option and continue volunteering.  

o   They appreciated flexible hours. There is no set time so volunteers can volunteer at times that fit their schedule.

o   Some volunteers enjoy being one on one with people rather than being in a group setting.

o   Some volunteers really like the social aspect of this opportunity. Since we carefully match volunteers and clients based on personalities and interests, to them it feels like spending 3 hours with a friend.  

o   Some volunteers like the gratification that comes with this opportunity. Volunteers get to see how the work they do benefits the caregiver.

Turn hunger into hope with your own two hands!

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Donations: While donations are not required to pack at this session, we humbly request them. Each volunteer packs about $50 worth of food and FMSC receives no government support. We can only send meals as we have funding. Nearly everyone is able to contribute something, but we leave the amount up to you. Many groups and individuals make advance fundraising a fun part of their service project. As you're willing and able, you may donate on the day you volunteer (by cash, check or credit card), or online before or after you pack.

Calling all musicians! NE Day Spot, an in-person program for people living with memory loss and other chronic conditions, is seeking Musicians of all kinds to share their musical talents with us!

Join the Vital Living Program Team at East Side Neighborhood Services on Friday or Saturday afternoons from 12:15pm-1:00pm, as you share your music with us. A Music Maker Volunteer should plan to engage a group of older adults ages 65+ in all-abilities, hands-on programming that is dementia-friendly, stimulating and fun!

This event is hosted by the Vital Living Program at East Side Neighborhood Services, where we aim to engage older adults in social and intellectual community-based programming. Our work supports an intergenerational community that focuses on the health and well-being all generations.

Merrick Community Services Meals on Wheels is looking for volunteer drivers to deliver meals over their lunch hour to seniors and individuals with disabilities in their community. If you are looking for a way to become more connected to your community and have meaningful interactions with the people in it, please sign up to become a meal delivery volunteer!

How can you help: Volunteer drivers deliver much more than a nutritious meal - they bring a smile and kind words, relieve isolation, and provide peace of mind for meal recipients and their care givers.

Qualifications: Volunteer one hour over your lunch time during the weekdays on a schedule that works for you. You must have your own transportation and license.

Where: Volunteers drive to the program site, pick up 8-10 meals stored in easy-to-carry thermal packs, and deliver them to residences using a route designed by the program. Merrick serves Meals on Wheels to both the St. Paul (Eastside) and Woodbury areas. Delivery coordinators will provide all the necessary resources to limit the spread of disease during your route and keep both you and meal recipients safe.**Delivering meals can fit into a work lunch break. It is also a great family-friendly volunteer opportunity so plan to bring your kids or grandkids!

For more information call their office at (651) 771-9339 or contact Tim Dooley at

tdooley@merrickcs.org

Helping Paws is a volunteer-based organization that trains service dogs for individuals with physical disabilities, veterans and first responders with service-related PTSD, and a variety of community-based facilities. We do not have a kennel facility, but rather have host homes who volunteer to take an 8 week old puppy to love during its 2.5 years of training before final placement. We take care of the positive reinforcement training, help with vet bills, grooming, and more.

We are always looking for host homes for our Golden and Labrador Retrievers. Families, 55+, and those with pets are encouraged to apply! 

If you would like to find out more about this rewarding volunteer opportunity, please reach out to Andy Johnson at 952-988-9359 x119 or ajohnson@helpingpaws.org. 

Our Family Pathways Thrift Stores are more than a place to find a bargain!  By volunteering with us, you'll be helping neighbors from your community.

Family Pathways Thrift Stores transform donated goods into opportunity, investment, and good environmental stewardship.  By volunteering at a Family Pathways Thrift Store, your time will provide an important impact by:

We are looking for you!

Volunteers do a variety of tasks within the stores. If interested, please fill out an application at www.familypathways.org/volunteer or email us at volunteer@familypathways.org.

We look forward to hearing from you! 

Did you know? 

Family Pathways is the fastest growing non-profit thrift store in East Central MN and Polk County, WI.  You can find Family Pathways Thrift Stores in Cambridge, Forest Lake, Ham Lake, Hinckley, Lindstrom, North Branch, Onamia, Pine City, Princeton, and Wyoming, MN; and in St. Croix Falls, WI.

Merrick Community Service seeks Food Shelf Volunteers

We are seeking individuals or small groups that can help out in our Food Shelf. Shifts are available Mondays 3pm 5pm, Tuesdays and Wednesdays 10 am-12 pm. Stock shelves as needed. Unload and organize boxed and packaged food. Some lifting up to 20 pounds may be necessary but not required to volunteer. Additional shifts may be available. Contact Joshua Bau for more information at 651-219-5535 or jbau@merrickcs.org

Meals on Wheels Drivers Needed!

The Merrick Meals on Wheels program is dedicated to providing services that enable area seniors to remain independent and to continue living in their own homes for as long as possible. Meals are delivered by volunteers Monday through Thursday between 10:45am – 12:30pm.

Arrive at Merrick Community Services anywhere from 10:45 am-12:30pm. Pick up the meals and route sheet, review for accuracy. Go to every address on the route and deliver the client the meal, routes usually take about an hour. 

Delivering meals is a simple and rewarding way to help seniors and people with disabilities in need of hot meals and a daily visit from a friendly face, and you can do it over lunch! All you need to do is sign up, and you’ll be connected with your neighborhood Meals on Wheels program to get started.

When you volunteer for Meals on Wheels during your lunch hour, you’re doing your part to guarantee meals are delivered to the more than 4,000 people in need across the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area. You can volunteer to deliver meals once a week, once a month, with a friend, with a group or on your own – whatever works best for you!

Delivering meals is also a great social activity – you can do it with a friend or a group and you’ll get to know your neighbors who also deliver. And you’ll leave knowing the eight to 10 people on your route received the nourishment and personal connection they need.

Sign up today and know you’ll make an immediate impact on the lives of recipients in your neighborhood. If you have questions, see the list of frequently asked questions, email or call Tim Dooley at tdooley@merrickcs.org or (651) 219-5531 for more information.

For 40+ years, Loaves & Fishes has gone where the hunger is. Today, we are the largest free restaurant in Minnesota. Most of our volunteer opportunities involve cooking & serving our Loaves & Fishes guests. We remain committed to the health and safety of our guests. One benefit we like to offer during meal site throughout the year includes hygiene or self care kits. If your organization would like to do something without leaving the office these self care kits are ideal. Organizations can fund and put together kits on their own time to be delivered to the Loaves & Fishes warehouse at 721 Kasota Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN. Notify the Director of Volunteers when planning to donate at volunteer@loavesandfishesmn.org. 

Recommended Kit Items:

Items are usually packaged in a ziploc bag.

To view additional volunteer opportunities check out: https://www.loavesandfishesmn.org/volunteer/

We also love when companies do supply drives for food items such as bulk spices and beans!

Reachout to the Director of Volunteers with questions: volunteer@loavesandfishesmn.org

For more than 40 years, Loaves & Fishes has been committed to providing meals with dignity to those in need. As Minnesota’s largest free restaurant, we continue to serve where hunger lives—with the help of caring volunteers like you.

We’re currently welcoming individuals and small groups to volunteer at our St. Matthew’s Church meal site (Monday–Friday afternoons and evenings). This location offers hybrid service—both indoor dining and to-go meals. No experience necessary! Our friendly site coordinator will be there to guide you through the process.

Volunteer Roles Include:

Cooking & Meal Prep
Assist in preparing a pre-planned meal and packaging it for service, under the direction of our site coordinator.

Serving & Cleanup
Help distribute meals to guests (both dine-in and to-go), wash dishes, and assist with cleanup during and after the meal.

What We Provide & What to Wear:
We provide gloves and aprons. Don’t have a hat? We’ll supply a hairnet. Please wear closed-toe shoes and clothing with sleeves that cover your shoulders.

Ready to join us?
Choose a date that works for you and sign up here: https://volunteer.bloomerang.co:443/JE/sn85yp14q9vcal

For over 40 years, Loaves & Fishes has gone where the hunger is. As Minnesota’s largest free restaurant, we remain deeply committed to serving healthy, dignified meals to those in need—while ensuring the safety of our guests, volunteers, donors, and staff. Most of our meals are currently served to-go style across our various meal sites.

We’re looking for individuals and small groups to help us prepare and serve meals throughout the Twin Cities. No experience is necessary—our supportive site coordinators will guide you through everything you need to know.

There are multiple meal sites throughout the Twin Cities

Cooking & Meal Prep
Assist with preparing a pre-planned meal and help package it for distribution.

Serving & Cleanup
Package and hand out meals, assist with dishes, and help clean up during and after the meal period.

Located in Minneapolis, our Commissary Kitchen supports all of our meal sites by preparing bulk food and meals for distribution. Volunteers here also do not need prior experience.

Food Prep & Packaging
Assist with preparing ingredients and packaging meals—note that some tasks may involve working with raw meat.

We provide gloves and aprons. If you don’t have a hat, we’ll supply a hairnet. Please wear:

Closed-toe shoes (no sandals)

Clean clothes with sleeves that cover the shoulders

Over 40% of families served at the Open Door Pantry are Spanish speaking. To create a welcoming environment for our Spanish speaking families, The Open Door food shelf is looking to add bilingual Spanish speaking volunteers to our client support team.

The primary duties for a Client Support Volunteer are to:

Shifts are onsite at The Open Door's new building in Eagan-3000 Ames Crossing Rd, Eagan. We can work with your schedule for the shifts, but our biggest need is Tuesday/Thursday evenings from 4:15-7:00pm.

If interested, please reach out to Volunteer Services at volunteer@theopendoorpantry.org or fill out our Volunteer Application and mark Bilingual Client Support as the role interested in.

Helping help more caregivers get a break from caregiving!

DARTS Breathing Space group respite provides supervision and companionship with the addition of social engagement and 4 hours of brain-stimulating activities. Led by a DARTS staff member with support from a team of volunteers, the program is designed for individuals with early- to mid- stage memory loss or other conditions that require some supervision. A session of DARTS Breathing Space includes music, games, exercise, discussion groups, art activities, guest speakers, and more.

DARTS is offering this group respite opportunity at Augustana Lutheran Church (1400 S Robert St, West St Paul) on Thursdays, from 10am-2pm, at Easter Lutheran Church (4545 Pilot Knob Rd, Eagan) on Fridays, from 10am – 2pm. We are adding a NEW DARTS Breathing Space location this September at Grace Lutheran Church (7800 150th St W, Apple Valley), the 2nd and 4th Mondays monthly, from 10am-2pm.