Opportunities From: HandsOn Twin Cities

Do you want to make a difference in a young person's life while you learn about another culture, create and build friendships and make ever-lasting memories? Do you have a caring heart and extra space in your home? AnB Education is looking for you! Make a difference today and host an international student!

All our students need is:

*All other expenses (activity fees, personal items, etc.) are paid for by the student and their natural parents. There is NO monetary compensation for hosting a J-1 exchange student.

Exchange students are between the ages of 15 and 18. AnB Education will get the students enrolled at your local public high school and provide support throughout the program year. We have a Local Coordinator in the area who is excited to work with you!

AnB Education is currently looking for host families in your area to host our Students who are arriving for the Fall 2022 School Year - we will have students from Korea, Italy, and Spain!

Please contact us for more information! (Include your phone number in your reply so we can reach out).

Thank you!

WE are looking for grant writers at Quincy House. If you are interested in helping us with grant writing reach out to us and let us know. Thanks!

Our mission is to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.

Voyageur Environmental Center, a year-round residential camp located in Mound, MN, provides vital access to nature and adventure for Twin Cities youth. Every spring and fall, we need volunteers to assist with pre- and post-season clean up including cabins, lodge, a commercial kitchen, various program areas, trail, garden and beach maintenance, firewood cutting/stacking and other facility improvement projects. We need volunteers aged 15-up (12-up with adult) to complete this project seasonally. During the summer, we need volunteer assistance with ongoing brush clearing around the cabins, weeding/trimming, and trail maintenance.

This is a great opportunity for team-building, a mission-oriented family/friend experience, or a group service project. Should your group choose, this can become an ongoing opportunity to support our work with Twin Cities youth!

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

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Twin Cities has several special events throughout the year where volunteer support is needed. If you are interested in volunteering for any of our upcoming events, please reach out to Grace Bettendorf at gbettendorf@bgc-tc.org or 651-200-4102.

2022 Events:

For the Kids Benefit - April 22nd 

We are always looking for groups who are willing to donate their time to the Boys & Girls Clubs. Your group could 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 groups who have a special skill or talent that they would like share with our Club members. Group volunteering can be youth-focused or project-focused (i.e. painting, clean up, etc.). Your group could also plan a special event for our youth, for example: Track and Field Day, Bingo Night, Game Tournament, etc.

Typically there is not a time commitment for group volunteers, however there is an option for your group to volunteer regularly if you are interested.

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.

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

Do you want to make a difference in a young person's life while you learn about another culture, create and build friendships and make ever-lasting memories? Do you have a caring heart and extra space in your home? AnB Education is looking for you! Make a difference today and host an international student!

All our students need is:

*All other expenses (activity fees, personal items, etc.) are paid for by the student and their natural parents

Exchange students are between the ages of 15 and 18. AnB Education will get the students enrolled at your local public high school and provide support throughout the program year. We have a Local Coordinator in the area who is excited to work with you!

Please contact us for more information!
Thank you!

Do you want to make a difference in a young person's life while you learn about another culture, create and build friendships and make ever-lasting memories? Do you have a caring heart and extra space in your home? AnB Education is looking for you! Make a difference today and host an international student!

All our students need is:

*All other expenses (activity fees, personal items, etc.) are paid for by the student and their natural parents

Exchange students are between the ages of 15 and 18. AnB Education will get the students enrolled at your local public high school and provide support throughout the program year. We have a Local Coordinator in the area who is excited to work with you!

Please contact us for more information!
Thank you!

Do you want to make a difference in a young person's life while you learn about another culture, create and build friendships and make ever-lasting memories? Do you have a caring heart and extra space in your home? AnB Education is looking for you! Make a difference today and host an international student!

All our students need is:

*All other expenses (activity fees, personal items, etc.) are paid for by the student and their natural parents

Exchange students are between the ages of 15 and 18. AnB Education will get the students enrolled at your local public high school and provide support throughout the program year. We have a Local Coordinator in the area who is excited to work with you!

Please contact us for more information!
Thank you!

Do you want to make a difference in a young person's life while you learn about another culture, create and build friendships and make ever-lasting memories? Do you have a caring heart and extra space in your home? AnB Education is looking for you! Make a difference today and host an international student!

All our students need is:

*All other expenses (activity fees, personal items, etc.) are paid for by the student and their natural parents

Exchange students are between the ages of 15 and 18. AnB Education will get the students enrolled at your local public high school and provide support throughout the program year. We have a Local Coordinator in the area who is excited to work with you!

Please contact us for more information!
Thank you!

Do you want to make a difference in a young person's life while you learn about another culture, create and build friendships and make ever-lasting memories? Do you have a caring heart and extra space in your home? AnB Education is looking for you! Make a difference today and host an international student!

All our students need is:

*All other expenses (activity fees, personal items, etc.) are paid for by the student and their natural parents

Exchange students are between the ages of 15 and 18. AnB Education will get the students enrolled at your local public high school and provide support throughout the program year. We have a Local Coordinator in the area who is excited to work with you!

Please contact us for more information!
Thank you!

Do you want to make a difference in a young person's life while you learn about another culture, create and build friendships and make ever-lasting memories? Do you have a caring heart and extra space in your home? AnB Education is looking for you! Make a difference today and host an international student!

All our students need is:

*All other expenses (activity fees, personal items, etc.) are paid for by the student and their natural parents

Exchange students are between the ages of 15 and 18. AnB Education will get the students enrolled at your local public high school and provide support throughout the program year. We have a Local Coordinator in the area who is excited to work with you!

Please contact us for more information!
Thank you!

Do you want to make a difference in a young person's life while you learn about another culture, create and build friendships and make ever-lasting memories? Do you have a caring heart and extra space in your home? AnB Education is looking for you! Make a difference today and host an international student!

All our students need is:

*All other expenses (activity fees, personal items, etc.) are paid for by the student and their natural parents

Exchange students are between the ages of 15 and 18. AnB Education will get the students enrolled at your local public high school and provide support throughout the program year. We have a Local Coordinator in the area who is excited to work with you!

Please contact us for more information!
Thank you!

Do you want to make a difference in a young person's life while you learn about another culture, create and build friendships and make ever-lasting memories? Do you have a caring heart and extra space in your home? AnB Education is looking for you! Make a difference today and host an international student!

All our students need is:

*All other expenses (activity fees, personal items, etc.) are paid for by the student and their natural parents

Exchange students are between the ages of 15 and 18. AnB Education will get the students enrolled at your local public high school and provide support throughout the program year. We have a Local Coordinator in the area who is excited to work with you!

Please contact us for more information!
Thank you!

Share your professional skills to make a difference! Avivo is seeking volunteers to provide chair massages to clients in Minneapolis.

Avivo increases well-being through recovery and career advancement while working to end homelessness. Our vision is for our communities to be free of economic and health inequities. We are committed to undoing racism and reducing disparities experienced by the people we serve.

We are seeking compassionate, reliable, Massage Therapists with a sincere desire to help improve the quality of our client's lives. 

TIME COMMITMENT: minimum of 3 hours per month for 4 months (a longer commitment is welcomed)

REQUIREMENTS: Proof of Personal Liability Insurance

                          Use of your own portable Massage Chair (Avivo is currently unable to provide)

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT (must show proof of one of the following):

* Current, active Massage Therapy License

* Diploma from accredited Massage Therapy school with 500+ hours of experience

* Board certification (National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork OR  Massage and Bodywork Licensing Examination)

Share your professional skills to make a difference! Avivo is seeking volunteers to provide haircuts to Avivo clients living at Avivo Village (North Loop neighborhood in Minneapolis).

Avivo increases well-being through recovery and career advancement while working to end homelessness. Our vision is for our communities to be free of economic and health inequities. We are committed to undoing racism and reducing disparities experienced by the people we serve.

We are seeking compassionate, reliable, licensed hairdressers and barbers with a sincere desire to help improve the quality of our client's lives. 

TIME COMMITMENT: minimum of 3 hours per month for 4 months (a longer commitment is welcomed)

REQUIREMENTS: Active MN Cosmetology or Barber License

                          Background check (completed by Avivo)

Don’t have much time to volunteer? Consider hosting a donation drive! Donation drives are vital to helping secure in-kind donations for the individuals and families served at Avivo. In this role, you will be asked to lead a donation drive within your community (coworkers, friends, family) to collect or purchase items needed as part of kits, or from the wish list, that help participants in Avivo’s programs.

This opportunity is flexible; you can volunteer at a location of your choice and drop off the items at a location near you. We have 12 locations, serving the Twin Cities metro and St. Cloud areas.

Current wish list needs: https://avivomn.org/donate/wish-list/

Urgent kit needs: https://avivomn.org/donate/urgent-needs-baskets/

Members of the Eden Prairie Community Foundation's "Capacity KSI Team" help plan, implement, and oversee the “Capacity” portion of the Strategic Plan by focusing on the recruitment, onboarding, nurturing, and retention of EPCF volunteers. Also, long-term strategies related to fundraising and fund development, including new relationships that lead to greater support from corporations, small businesses, families, and individuals. Experience in fundraising, fund development or volunteer recruitment is helpful but not required. Knowledge of Eden Prairie is necessary. Team meets monthly.

Avivo is seeking a Handyperson Volunteer who is willing to help with general maintenance and building needs. This role may be right for you if you have a lifetime of experience or someone who has basic knowledge and is looking for more formal experience.

Volunteers in this role will support Avivo's Maintenance Team with general needs. Past volunteer projects have included: touching up paint, hanging cabinets, changing light bulbs, and more.

Frequency of Volunteering: Flexible - weekly or project based

Skills Required: No formal skills or qualifications are required for this role. However, some basic maintenance / building skills would be beneficial.

MUST BE ABLE TO LIFT UP TO 25lbs and CLIMB STAIRS.

Do you love organizing? We are seeking volunteers to re-organize the donation closet. 

An essential way that the community supports Avivo is through in-kind donations, ranging from coloring books and crayons to snacks to household goods. 

Duties for this role may include:

* tracking in-coming donations

* organize donations

* creating and maintaining accurate inventory list

* contact appropriate program staff to coordinate delivery of donation

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: must be able to lift up to 25 lbs

TIME EXPECTATION: weekly or every other week commitment, shifts will be scheduled in 2 hour increments; Monday through Friday

Avivo is seeking volunteers who are willing to support tracking in-kind donations through Raisers Edge database. Knowledge of Raisers Edge is not required, but experience with database entry is helpful. Training and on-going support will be provided.

Are you looking for a fun project for a group of people?  We might have just the thing for you!  We are looking for groups of 5 to 20 people that want to help out with various facilities projects at our Avivo sites.

Volunteers are needed to for various indoor and outdoor projects. Most groups can complete a project in 3 hours. Some sample projects include:

* Paint: Help Avivo re-fresh apartments for new Avivo clients by painting apartment walls.

* Landscaping tasks (Starting in April): Looking to enjoy the outdoors again? We are looking for groups to help with planting, weeding and raking.

* Assembling furniture: Do you have a knack for assembling Ikea furniture? We are looking for groups to assemble dressers, bookshelves, and cabinets to place in client's apartments.

 * Hauling furniture: As apartments are updated with new furniture, we are in need of volunteers who are willing to move the old furniture out. Groups should have volunteers who are able to climb stairs and carry up to 25 lbs.

If your group has a specific skill or type of project that you would like to complete, just let us know!  

Contact Brittany.Biggers@avivomn.org for more information.

General Description

iLABS are Dakota County Library’s Makerspaces that offer technology such as 3D Printers, sewing machines, video production, audio production and more, free of charge to the public.

iLAB Volunteer Mentors work one-on-one with customers, assisting with creative and technical projects that use iLAB equipment and software.

Locations

Galaxie Library – Apple Valley

Heritage Library – Lakeville

Pleasant Hill Library – Hastings

Wescott Library – Eagan

Date/Time

Flexible, Volunteer and Library identifies a recurring day and time they will be available

Duties & Responsibilities

Minimum Qualifications

Desired Skills

Minimum Time Commitment

Ability to commit to one or more 2-3 hour sessions during a quarter (3 months) with the opportunity to re-commit.

Activity Level

Mild. May include walking short distances over relatively level terrain. Periods of standing or sitting will be required. Comfortable shoes recommended.

Required Training

Volunteers will receive basic iLAB training before they start which will include an overview of the reservation system and resources for learning about equipment and software. Training will also include guidelines for teaching and mentoring in a library setting, as well as expectations for safety, conduct, and communication.

Contact Information

Ben Coburn

Adult Services Manager

Dakota County Library

1340 Wescott Rd, Eagan, MN 55123

651-450-2965

ben.coburn@co.dakota.mn.us

This is a complex position that will support staff on the Mother Baby Post-Partum unit. Volunteers in this position will be cross-trained in nursery to offer additional support as needed.

Position Duties:

Requirements/Prerequisites:

Time: Monday-Sunday 11am-2pm and 2pm-5pm

Training:

Are you a people person? Do you love to socialize and be around others? If so, MSS wants you! We are a day program that provides services and supports to adults with intellectual disabilities. We are looking for volunteers to come in to any of our 6 Twin Cities Metro locations and offer companionship, conversation, friendship and fun to the adults served in our programs. Volunteers can come any day of the week M-F for any time between 9-2pm. Interested volunteers should be outgoing, upbeat and comfortable engaging with adults with disabilities. Volunteers should plan to spend at least 1 hour a week with us. Must be able to pass a background check. Opportunities available in Apple Valley, Eagan, Shoreview, St Paul, Brooklyn Park and Oakdale.

MSS is seeking volunteers to assist program staff in bringing a group of individuals with disabilities out into the community. Volunteers will serve as companions to adults with disabilities, offer explanations of events and help make the experience enjoyable. Volunteers may be asked to push wheelchairs or walk arm-in-arm to offer physical support. Any admission costs will be covered by MSS. Outings may occur any day of the week M-F between 9:30am-1:00pm. Volunteers may experience outings such as museums, galleries, movies, picnics and more! Must be comfortable engaging adults with disabilities. Must be able to pass a background check. Opportunities available at any of our 6 locations: Apple Valley, Eagan, St Paul Shoreview, Oakdale, or Brooklyn Park

Seeking volunteers to lead any type of movement classes for adults with disabilities, some with limited range of motion. Open to any type of class: dance, sport, martial arts, yoga, etc. This class would ideally meet weekly, any time between 10-1pm for about an hour. Any day M-F. Must be positive, upbeat and comfortable engaging with adults with disabilities. Must be able to pass a criminal background check. Experience preferred but not required. Opportunities available at our Apple Valley, Eagan, Oakdale, Brooklyn Park and St Paul locations

Schedule a group volunteering activity with East Side Elders!  We can work with your group to create a fun day of giving back to seniors in the community.  Our team will schedule a volunteer day with your group individually, finding an activity that’s a great fit.  Here are some of our group volunteer day options for groups of 4 or more people:

We are also open to hearing your creative ideas on how you’d like to connect with seniors in the community! 

This opportunity is open to just about any type of group:  families, work teams, school clubs, church groups, and more.  Reach out today and give back while having a great time with your group!

Sign up by filling out our application online:

https://www.eastsideelders.org/volunteer-application/

Or contact us at Volunteer@EastSideElders.org or 763-325-3473 and we can answer your questions and get you started!  

Overview:

Your group will plan, purchase the ingredients for, and prepare a meal or snack at the Alexandra House shelter.  Groups will also be responsible for serving and clean-up.  After all program participants have been served, groups are welcome to join families for the meal.  Groups also have the option of decorating the dining area for a themed meal. When deciding the times you will be volunteering, please give yourself ample time for preparation and clean-up.  

Time Commitment:

Meals can be served following times:

In addition to the times above, groups should factor in additional time for preparation and clean-up on the day of their project and for purchasing ingredients and planning time before the project. 

Requirements:

Groups must be able to purchase ingredients for a meal or snack to serve between 35-40 women and children.  Teen volunteers (ages 15-17) must have at least one adult supervising.

Group Size:

Due to tight space in the kitchen, the Serve a Meal Volunteer Project is best suited for groups between 3-4 members. 

Experience:

Group members should be comfortable in a kitchen and able to interact with program participants and staff from a variety of different backgrounds.

Meal Themes / Ideas:

Position Overview: 

Provide hospital advocacy to victims of domestic and sexual violence.

Specific Tasks:

Training Required:

Volunteer Interview, Volunteer Orientation, Background Check, Information Session, 50-hour Domestic/Sexual Violence training (certificate included), attendance at any additional volunteer meetings.

Time Commitment: 

Minimum of 3 shifts/month for a minimum of 6 months. Shifts available: weekday overnights (4:30pm to 8:00am); weekends and holiday shifts (8:00am to 8:00pm and 8:00pm to 8:00am). 

Position Requirements:

18 years or older and has not received Alexandra House services in the last year.  In general, live within 30 miles of Unity and Mercy Hospitals. Must have valid driver’s license, current auto insurance, and reliable vehicle.  Must have a hard-line telephone or cell phone with reliable reception.

Benefits to Volunteer:

Position Overview: 

Provide direct service advocacy to victims of domestic and sexual violence including crisis intervention, support, general advocacy, referral and education.

Specific Tasks:

Training Required:

Volunteer Interview, Volunteer Orientation, Background Check, Information Session, 50-hour Domestic/Sexual Violence training (certificate included), attendance at any additional volunteer meetings.

Time Commitment: 

Minimum of 3 shifts/ month for a minimum of 6 months. Shifts are 3-5 hours at a time (available days, evenings, weekends and holidays). Mandatory direct service volunteer meetings (quarterly).

Benefits to Volunteer:

ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW:

Pillsbury United Communities is one of Minnesota’s most well-established organizations, with 140 years of service to diverse communities across the Twin Cities and beyond. Our mission is to co-create enduring change toward a just society in which every person has personal, social, and economic power. We believe that people deserve a voice in decisions that affect them, that cultural understanding is essential to social connections, that communities get stronger when opportunity is shared, and that a just society is one where everybody has power.

VALUES: 

LENGTH OF TERM:  3 years; renewable for up to 3 terms

DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS OF BOARD MEMBERS- Pillsbury United Communities is seeking board members who are:

We are currently seeking a diverse pool of board candidates with the following experiences and expertise. We encourage applicants who identify as Black, Indigenous, and people of color, and applicants who identify as LGBTQ+.

 BOARD MEMBER EXPECTATIONS- Pillsbury United Communities expects each board member to:

Additional roles and responsibilities as outlined in the board member job description will be presented and discussed if nominees are invited to be interviewed for board membership.

To apply, submit a letter of interest and resume to Board@pillsburyunited.org

The Northeast Farmers Market is seeking community members to join our volunteer board of directors that supports the operations, programs, fundraising, sustainability, and other initiatives of the city's oldest neighborhood farmers market. 

NEFM is an independent non-profit, complete with a mission, bylaws, and Board of Directors. The dedication of this group of volunteers makes the Market possible - and with it, food justice, family programming, education, and events that enrich our community. Join us!

https://www.northeastfarmersmarket.com/board-staff

Summary

The Volunteer Math Tutor support students/trainees in Goodwill’s Construction Training Program in the area of construction math skills.

Schedule & Time Commitment: Schedule is flexible – volunteers typically service 2-4 hours per week during regular business hours: Mondays-Fridays, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Volunteer Duties

Requirements & Qualifications

Volunteer Acknowledgement

By applying for this volunteer role, you acknowledge the following:

The PROP Shop is looking for volunteers who can regularly volunteer on Saturday afternoons from 3pm-5pm. Tasks during this time frame include sorting donations, organizing items for display, and helping provide services to local families in need. If you're looking for volunteer time but work during the week, this is a great opportunity for you.

Hospice provides compassionate care that focuses on comfort, quality, and support for individuals with terminal illness, their families, and caregivers. There are a variety of opportunities to assist our clients, such as reading, writing letters, office work, household tasks, wheelchair walks. Your talents, skills, and interests can help determine what you do.

Volunteers become certified through Optage Hospice's training program.

Presbyterian Homes and Services Hospice program (Optage Hospice) would love for you and your furbaby to come once a week or every other week for 30 min. - 2 hours and visit hospice patient(s) at your local Presbyterian Homes location.

Does your furbaby (cat, dog, bird etc.) love to visit with people? Do they not jump up, not react to loud noises and are able to listen to commands and provide people with love? If you answered yes to all three questions you and your pet are more than likely a good fit as a hospice companion. Animals do not need to be certified therapy animals to help bless our patients as a pet visitor.

Hospice provides compassionate care that focuses on comfort, quality, and support for individuals with terminal illness, their families, and caregivers.

What does it mean to be a Companion Volunteer? It could mean a lot of things depending on the patient that the volunteer is matched with. You will work one -on-one with the patient, and sometimes their family, Some examples of what volunteers have done in the past include: reading novels and/or the Bible to patients; writing letters; painting nails or doing hair; household tasks; wheelchair walks; accompanying patient to activities, events, or Chapel so that they are able to participate, if desired; socializing; playing games; reviewing pictures or videos; pet therapy; music therapy; massage therapy. Pet visitors also welcome!

Your talents, skills, and interests can help determine what you do.

Volunteers become certified through Optage Hospice's training program. Optage Hospice specializes in providing services to those with dementia; volunteers should be comfortable in working with those with dementia - training and continuing support will be provided.

Hospice provides compassionate care that focuses on comfort, quality, and support for individuals with terminal illness, their families, and caregivers.

What does it mean to be a Companion Volunteer? It could mean a lot of things depending on the patient that the volunteer is matched with. You will work one -on-one with the patient, and sometimes their family, Some examples of what volunteers have done in the past include: reading novels and/or the Bible to patients; writing letters; painting nails or doing hair; household tasks; wheelchair walks; accompanying patient to activities, events, or Chapel so that they are able to participate, if desired; socializing; playing games; reviewing pictures or videos; pet therapy; music therapy; massage therapy. Pet visitors also welcome!

Your talents, skills, and interests can help determine what you do.

Volunteers become certified through Optage Hospice's training program. Optage Hospice specializes in providing services to those with dementia; volunteers should be comfortable in working with those with dementia - training and continuing support will be provided.

Optage Hospice provides compassionate care that focuses on comfort, quality, and support for individuals with terminal illness, their families, and caregivers. We are currently seeking visitors, both social and pet, at bth of our Bloomington campuses.

What does it mean to be a Companion Volunteer? It could mean a lot of things depending on the patient that the volunteer is matched with. You will work one -on-one with the patient, and sometimes their family, Some examples of what volunteers have done in the past include: reading novels and/or the Bible to patients; writing letters; painting nails or doing hair; household tasks; wheelchair walks; accompanying patient to activities, events, or Chapel so that they are able to participate, if desired; socializing; playing games; reviewing pictures or videos; music therapy; massage therapy.

What does it mean to be a Pet Visitor? Pet visitors don't need to be certified therapy or comfort animals but need to be obedient and calm. 

Hospice volunteers make a minimum commitment of 4 hours per month with flexible scheduling available. Volunteer is assigned between 1-4 patients depending on the individual volunteer's needs and the needs of our current patients.

Your talents, skills, and interests can help determine what you do!

Volunteers become certified through Optage Hospice's training program. Optage Hospice specializes in providing services to those with dementia; volunteers should be comfortable in working with those with dementia - training and continuing support will be provided.

Hospice provides compassionate care that focuses on comfort, quality, and support for individuals with terminal illness, their families, and caregivers.

What does it mean to be a Companion Volunteer? It could mean a lot of things depending on the patient that the volunteer is matched with. You will work one -on-one with the patient, and sometimes their family, Some examples of what volunteers have done in the past include: reading novels and/or the Bible to patients; writing letters; painting nails or doing hair; household tasks; wheelchair walks; accompanying patient to activities, events, or Chapel so that they are able to participate, if desired; socializing; playing games; reviewing pictures or videos; pet therapy; music therapy; massage therapy. Pet visitors also welcome!

Your talents, skills, and interests can help determine what you do.

Volunteers become certified through Optage Hospice's training program. Optage Hospice specializes in providing services to those with dementia; volunteers should be comfortable in working with those with dementia - training and continuing support will be provided.

Presbyterian Homes and Services Hospice program (Optage Hospice) would love for you and your pet to come once a week or every other week for 30 min. - 2 hours and visit hospice patient(s) at your local Presbyterian Homes location. 

Does your pet (cat, dog or bird) love to visit with people? Do they not jump up, not react to loud noises and are able to listen to commands and provide people with love? If you answered yes to all three questions you and your pet are more than likely a good fit as a hospice companion. Animals do not need to be certified therapy animals to help bless our patients as a pet visitor.

Optage Hospice provides compassionate care that focuses on comfort, quality, and support for individuals with terminal illness, their families, and caregivers.

What does it mean to be a Companion Volunteer? It could mean a lot of things depending on the patient that the volunteer is matched with. You will work one -on-one with the patient, and sometimes their family, Some examples of what volunteers have done in the past include: reading novels and/or the Bible to patients; writing letters; painting nails or doing hair; household tasks; wheelchair walks; accompanying patient to activities, events, or Chapel so that they are able to participate, if desired; socializing; playing games; reviewing pictures or videos; pet therapy; music therapy; massage therapy. Pet visitors also welcome!

Your talents, skills, and interests can help determine what you do.

Volunteers become certified through Optage Hospice's training program. Optage Hospice specializes in providing services to those with dementia; volunteers should be comfortable in working with those with dementia - training and continuing support will be provided.

Contact Samantha Sleeman for more information at ssleeman@preshomes.org or 651-631-6263.

Optage Hospice is a division of Presbyterian Homes and Services.

Presbyterian Homes and Services Hospice program (Optage Hospice) would love for you and your cat to come once a week or every other week for 30 min. - 2 hours and visit hospice patient atone of our Twin Cities Presbyterian Homes communities.

Does your cat love to visit with people? Do they not jump up, not react to loud noises and are able to listen to commands and provide people with love? If you answered yes to all three questions you and your pet are more than likely a good fit as a hospice companion. Animals do not need to be certified therapy animals to help bless our patients as a pet visitor.

Hospice provides compassionate care that focuses on comfort, quality, and support for individuals with terminal illness, their families, and caregivers. There are a variety of opportunities to assist our clients, such as reading, writing letters, office work, household tasks, wheelchair walks. Your talents, skills, and interests can help determine what you do.

Volunteers become certified through Optage Hospice's training program.

Optage Hospice provides compassionate care that focuses on comfort, quality, and support for individuals with terminal illness, their families, and caregivers. We are currently seeking visitors, both social and pet, at our Arden Hills location.

What does it mean to be a Companion Volunteer? It could mean a lot of things depending on the patient that the volunteer is matched with. You will work one -on-one with the patient, and sometimes their family, Some examples of what volunteers have done in the past include: reading novels and/or the Bible to patients; writing letters; painting nails or doing hair; household tasks; wheelchair walks; accompanying patient to activities, events, or Chapel so that they are able to participate, if desired; socializing; playing games; reviewing pictures or videos; music therapy; massage therapy.

What does it mean to be a Pet Visitor? Pet visitors don't need to be certified therapy or comfort animals but need to be obedient and calm. 

Hospice volunteers make a minimum commitment of 4 hours per month with flexible scheduling available. Volunteer is assigned between 1-4 patients depending on the individual volunteer's needs and the needs of our current patients.

Your talents, skills, and interests can help determine what you do!

Volunteers become certified through Optage Hospice's training program. Optage Hospice specializes in providing services to those with dementia; volunteers should be comfortable in working with those with dementia - training and continuing support will be provided.

Ensure that donors' first impressions of Memorial Blood Centers and the donation process are positive. Welcome donors, verify their file and explain the donation process. Must have excellent customer services skills and be computer literate. 

Ensure that donors' first impressions of Memorial Blood Centers and the donation process are positive. Welcome donors, verify their file and explain the donation process. Must have excellent customer services skills and be computer literate. 

Ensure that donors' first impressions of Memorial Blood Centers and the donation process are positive. Welcome donors, verify their file and explain the donation process. Must have excellent customer services skills and be computer literate. 

Quincy House serve teens enrolled in 6th - 12th grade with after school and summer programs. These take place on Tuesday and Thursday nights throughout the year. Programs takes place 3:00-5:00pm and 6:30-8:30pm

Our mission is to transform lives by empowering teens to have hope for their future, while providing unconditional love and guidance along the way.

We need volunteers to provide students rides and will pick up and drop off students so they can participate in program nights.

Invest in a teen’s life to provide our students hope, love and support throughout their journey as a young adult.

Grow Relationships - Mentors will be required to serve as a Program Leader for the first 3-6 months of volunteering. This will give mentors a chance to grow relationships with students, see which of them they connect with and it will give Quincy House an opportunity to see if they would be a good fit in a Mentor role. Each Mentor will have one student to invest in.

Participate in Training and Retreats - All mentors are required to attend training sessions (monthly) and retreats. Participation in other learning or training directed by Quincy staff will also be mandatory.

Provide Rides to Students - Mentors will pick up and drop off students for any activity they are leading.

Be consistent - After being placed with a teen, Mentors will communicate and plan one or more activities each week. 2-4 hours per week is the requirement for the duration of the commitment to this role.

Challenge and foster academic growth in our students and provide hope, love and support throughout their journey as a young adult.

Quincy is looking for Tutors who are equipped to teach subjects of Math, Science, Social Studies or English.

Be consistent - Quincy opens the house up for homework help from 4-6 on Tuesdays and Thursdays before Program begins and we ask our Tutors to consistently be checking in with students about getting help. Tutors must plan to be available once a week on one of those days.

Commit - Tutors will serve Quincy for at least 6 months. After the first 3 months of volunteering, both the volunteer and Quincy Staff can evaluate if this is a good fit for both. Beyond this, Tutors are required to find a replacement for themselves to finish out the duration of their commitment if for some reason that Tutor feels they must terminate their volunteer agreement.

Participate in delivering youth program services at Quincy House to provide our students hope, love and support throughout their journey as a young adult.

Preparation - Leaders will watch a video or read a briefing of what is to come on a given program night. This will allow the leader to be intentional with his or her nightly conversation.

Participate in Training and Retreats - All leaders are required to attend training sessions and retreats. Participation in other learning or training directed by Quincy staff will also be mandatory.

Provide Rides to Students - If able and willing, leaders will pick up and drop off students for any activity they are leading.

Assist Program Manager With Nightly Tasks - Leaders will help serve meals, lead games, activities and small groups, create a fun culture around the house, and fill the gap in whatever other way they are asked to.

Be consistent - Leaders will show up once a week on their assigned night (Tuesday or Thursday 6-8pm) for the duration of their commitment to their role. 

Willingness to Intervene - Leaders must be willing to confront and handle conflict amongst teens, and they must actively share and voice their thoughts in Group and Real Talk, especially when teens are not speaking up.

Other Events - Leaders will do service projects with our teens, go on trips, lead local activities, recruit youth, lead support groups, network for volunteers, etc.

Leaders will serve Quincy for 1 year. After the first 3 months of volunteering, both the volunteer and Quincy Staff can evaluate if this is a good fit for both. 

We are starting a new chapter of StandUp for Kids in the Twin Cities.

We need volunteers like you to work with us to identify the needs in our community. We already know we need mentors, housing advocates, and outreach support.

Will you give your time to make sure we are a success? Together we can help end the cycle of youth homelessness- one life at a time.

We ask that you please commit to a minimum of 1 year.

The PROP Shop is looking for volunteers who can regularly volunteer on a Tuesday, Wednesday, and/or Thursday evening from 5pm-7pm. Tasks during this time frame include sorting donations, organizing items for display, and helping provide services to local families in need. If you're looking for a volunteer time but work during the day, this is a great opportunity for you.

Our inventory of new toys for children aged 10 to 16 is extremely low.  We would welcome anyone to conduct a toy drive to collect these items.  We try to keep each item in the $10 range.  Items include: legos, bath and body products, hair and makeup products, electronics, etc.

Love reading and looking for an opportunity to connect with seniors who also love to read? This is the position for you.

Key Responsibilities:

Read monthly selection for book club and than help facilitate discussion.

Ability to be available on a monthly basis on the time determined by the book club group.

Come spend time and spread some joy with our children who attend our intergenerational program at Ebenezer Ridges! We have a variety of opportunities available from rocking babies to reading and doing projects with our toddlers and preschool aged children.

Does your dog or cat have personality plus? Would you love to see your pet bring joy to others? Our visiting pet program provides stimulation and socialization opportunities to residents through pet interaction. This opportunity is best for volunteers with a pet that demonstrates a friendly, positive demeanor with groups of people and/or unfamiliar people and surroundings. Your pet will get "loved up" every time they visit.

Do you love getting to know people? Seniors have rich histories and varied interests to share. Some residents without family nearby, really enjoy having a visitor. We are looking for volunteers that can provide individual attention reflecting the resident’s interests and that enjoy learning about another. One to one visitors are assigned a person who would benefit from social interactions.

Would you enjoy assisting seniors with any of a wide variety of resident activities? Our Adult Day Program provides high quality recreation, education, social and interest opportunities that enhance resident engagement and satisfaction. Working closely with a wonderful staff, you would help with activities such as Art, Bingo, Card Club, Crafts, Correspondence/writing, Education activities, Groups, Outings, Special events, Social activities, and One to one visiting.

826 MSP operates the Writers' Room at South High School—a space for students to work with tutors on essays and other writing projects. Volunteers can expect to work one-on-one or in small groups with students on writing assignments like essays and papers.

Volunteers for this position must be fully vaccinated. 

Students, staff, and volunteers will be wearing masks during each program.

Volunteers sign up for one shift (or more) per week, Mondays–Thursdays.

Shift 1: 8:30-10:30am
Shift 2: 10:30-12:30pm
Shift 3: 12:30-2:00pm
Shift 4: 2:00-4:00pm

826 MSP is looking for volunteers with:
- passion for working with and learning alongside students
- desire to build healthy relationships and learning skills
- consistency and reliability
- enthusiasm for affirming students' identities, strengths, and imagination
- experience in (or willingness to learn about) working with students of color and antiracist educational practices

"Do I have to be an expert in all school subjects to volunteer?"
No. Tutors are not expected to have all the answers. What's most important is that you can work alongside students to help them find the answers themselves.

"Do I have to be a professional writer to volunteer?"
No. 826 MSP believes everyone is a writer—students and grown-ups alike!

Volunteers with language skills in Somali, Oromo, Amharic, and Spanish especially encouraged to get involved!

South High School alumni especially encouraged to get involved!

Working with our youngest 4-H members in kindergarten through grade 2 can be especially rewarding and fun for volunteers.  Along with providing a great learning experience for young people, Cloverbud coordinators work with families and engage them in 4-H to make sure Cloverbuds get the most from the program. They also work with club leaders to integrate Cloverbud activities with older youth.

For more information, visit the Cloverbud leader description. 

Locations: All or at some existing clubs 

Project areas: STEM, Fine Arts & Crafts  

Commitment: 2-4 hours/month, 3 month commitment minimum

Are you an expert in your field? An avid crafts- or tradesperson? An artist? Help and support youth develop important skills sets in your field! Involve youth in becoming competent, caring, and connected citizens of character in their community. Visit a club meeting and share your expertise through a structured learning experience. 

For more information, visit the Activity Leader description. 

Locations: At various 4-H club sites  

Project areas:  Food & nutrition, shop/woodworking, gardening and agriculture, livestock, STEM, photography & videography, global citizenship & social justice

Commitment: 4-6 hours/month, 1-3 month month commitment minimum

Our program supports youth and clubs in rural, suburban, and urban settings. We are committed to evolving with community needs and being present in as many communities of our county as possible. We currently are in need of volunteers to start their own clubs in:

Locations: Richfield, Bloomington, Minnetonka, Eden Prairie, South Minneapolis, Rogers, North Minneapolis

Project areas: STEM, Fine Arts & Crafts, Environment & Outdoors, Space Exploration 

Commitment: 4-8 hours/month, 1 year commitment minimum

For more information, visit the Club leader description.

Calling all aspiring graphic designers, public relations, and business marketing majors and professionals! Help Hennepin 4-H maintain and enhance our online and social media presence to current and new external audiences. Support club, program and fundraising events. Creativity is preferred! 

Commitment: 5-8 hours/month, 1 year commitment minimum

Paid: $500 annual stipend

For more information, visit the full position description here.

Seeking a strong and motivated leader who will co-supervise and sustain our programmatic finances. The Financial Stewardship Advocate will ensure good, responsible fiscal planning, decision-making, and oversight, which supports innovative, high-quality 4-H youth programming opportunities in Hennepin County. Quickbooks experience required; additional training in 4-H administrative logistics will be provided.

Commitment: 8 hours/month, 1 year commitment minimum

Paid: $500 annual stipend 

For more information, visit the full position description here.

Do you have passion to end youth homelessness?

Do you want to build a genuine, warm connection with youth on the streets?

StandUp for Kids- Twin Cities is looking for volunteers and leaders who have a desire to go out into the street to meet the youth where they are and build a connection with them so we can help them make attainable goals towards getting off the street.

Do you have experience with reviewing resumes? Providing mentoring on professional development and career development? We are looking for enthusiastic mentors to work with homeless and at risk youth in the community to answer their questions and provide them with guidance on career development and areas related to their own professional development. This is a great opportunity to work with a unique nonprofit organization called StandUp for Kids that is focused on addressing the individual needs of each young person to end the cycle of youth homelessness.

We are flexible and want to work with your schedule. Please get in touch to discuss further!

The Sierra Leone Foundation is committed to transformative change through grassroots organizing. We are in the process of planning a 500 mile walk across Sierra Leone! Our founder and director walked 300 miles last year and is committed, along with others, to walk even more in support of women survivors of gender based violence and their children, while also amplifying the impact this past year has had on girls access to education. We are looking for people to help write grants, reach out to businesses and organizations to build partnerships and to spend time on social media to share the amazing story of this Walk

Sierra Leone Foundation for New Democracy works in partnership with communities to build the foundation for citizens of all ages to deliberate and enact new, non-adversarial alternatives that nurture democratic relationships and decision making among and across individuals, families, institutions, and the environment.

Connectedness among peoples and the earth, wounds healing, creativity flowing

SLFND is a grassroots organization developing educational, agriculture and entrepreneurial opportunities-we have a genuine story to tell and are looking for volunteers to support our on-going website maintenance.   It's important that our website reflects the best of our ideals and activities.  

The Sierra Leone Foundation for New Democracy is a grassroots organization that works on early childhood education and sustainable agriculture as a means for community healing and growth.  We would welcome volunteer help with both researching relevant grant possibilities and writing the grants so they are ready for submission.  We have a specific need for grants that support social enterprises and early childhood education.  Our organization has great possibilities for expansion and now needs to connect to the funding to make the expansion possible.  The volunteering can be done at home  with the organization happy to provide as much support as needed.  

Sierra Leone Foundation for New Democracy works in partnership with communities to build the foundation for citizens of all ages to deliberate and enact new, non-adversarial alternatives that nurture democratic relationships and decision making among and across individuals, families, institutions, and the environment.

Connectedness among peoples and the earth, wounds healing, creativity flowing

SLFND is looking for interested community members to support our work in planning fundraising events and educational events.  As our project works towards self-sufficiency, we are working hard on planning opportunities to both share our story and invite individuals to support our activities financially.

The Sierra Leone Foundation for New Democracy is a gradsroots organization that is growing and is looking for communication and social media support.  We have the first village preschool in Sierra Leone with 200 children!  It's been a beautiful journey so far, and we're only getting started!  The ideal volunteer would be willing to help plan and follow up on member engagement, assist with communication with partner organizations, help with outreach to communities and social media posting.  All volunteer work would be done independently at home, and the executive director and volunteer coordinator would be happy to meet and talk as often as needed.  Any amount of time would be wonderful.

Be a part of an organization that is making a difference. We are currently seeking an experienced Fundraising and Development Director to provide leadership and support for our fundraising efforts.

Job Overview

The Fundraising and Development Director oversees our donor relations program and manages our fundraising initiatives. They will be responsible for developing our non-profit's fundraising campaigns, communicating with current and prospective donors, and building a stronger development team for our organization. This position involves managing individual and corporate gifts, as well as annual giving campaigns.

The Fundraising and Development Director will lead major gift initiatives from individual donors through identifying, organizing, and leading a portfolio of major gift fundraising, marketing, and communications activities. Additionally, the Director plays a leadership role in relationship development efforts and works effectively and collaboratively with the Board and Vice Chairman.

The Director of Development will serve as an integral member of the leadership team of the Minority Business Growth Alliance. Must be analytical, detail oriented, have strong communication and organizational skills and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Job Responsibilities - Duties include, but are not limited to:

Knowledge, Skills, and Qualifications

Reports to the Vice Chairman

Become a State Chair for Their Stories Political!

Their Stories Political is a nonprofit organization aiming to channel youth activism to enact change at the legislative level. At Their Stories, we understand the delicate and consequential nature of politics. Our goal is to bring inclusivity and progressivism to the spotlight, while placing an emphasis on systemic change.

State Chairs will organize, oversee, and develop a Their Stories chapter within their state. This would include recruiting members, managing projects and events, organizing fundraisers, campaign for/against certain policy, working with state public officials, and more!

Assist our grounds and landscaping team by weeding landscaping beds throughout the campus.

After our events, equipment (bins, scoops, bowls) needs to be washed and stacked to dry. Volunteer will stand/move along 3 compartment sink and need to lift up to 20 pounds, potentially above head.  This opportunity is occasional, but ongoing and can be flexible to the volunteers' availability.

Volunteers are needed now more than ever! 

Volunteers keep the doors of the Newport Library open. You are a friendly face. You do not have to be a computer wiz but should have familiarity with a computer. You are simply asked to be friendly and as helpful as you can be. Training will be provided. There is optional book shelving, and tidying up. You will help people check-out books, may occasionally send a fax or make a photocopy. Volunteers do have to fill out a volunteer application and have a background check. Volunteers must be 18 years of age or older to work alone.

Treat our residents to manicures.  Clean, wash and shape nails, polish.  No trimming of cuticles or nails.

Help provide safety and comfort to youth, adults, and families in need.

Top priority:

SURVIVOR KITS

Thank you so much for your generosity! Please email Alex Moeller at alex.moeller@180degrees.org with any questions. 

We are looking for a volunteer companion to accompany clients to appointments, assisting with errands as well as engaging in friendly conversations. There may be times when you're as to sit with a client and interacted with a favorite hobby or activity. Light housework may be needed at times.

Your Clerical and administrative stills will be greatly appreciated. The job would include answering phone calls, organizing files, scheduling appts, typing up documents, inputting information into our database, respond to calls and checking emails. 

These Volunteers play games, read, visit, listen to music, take walks, etc. with residents/tenants on a one-to-one or in a group setting.  Contact: dlucas@catholiceldercare.org

Canine Inspired Change (CIC) is looking to expand our board of directors. We value each and every board member - the dedication to supporting our mission and the individual skill set each of them bring to our organization. We are currently prioritizing BIPOC applicants to provide better representation on our board.

CIC serves diverse communities throughout the Twin Cities, and believes that the young people we serve should see themselves in our board, staff, and volunteer teams. 

If you are interested in this opportunity please contact Alyssa Boldischar, CIC Board Chair, for more information: alyssa@canineinspiredchange.org

Canine Inspired Change is a nonprofit organization dedicated to giving vulnerable youth the social-emotional tools they need to be active participants in their schools and their communities. Our work helps these remarkable young people transcend trauma, social struggles and isolation by sparking meaningful connections with dogs, volunteers and each other.

We harness the healing power of dogs to break down barriers and spark powerful connections—empowering youth who either have socially isolating conditions or have experienced trauma.

Our specially designed programs provide opportunities for youth to learn social-emotional behaviors that can help them not just survive—but thrive—in school and later in life.

Healthy relationships are the foundation for a healthy community—and CIC is dedicated to giving youth the tools they need to be active participants in their community by delivering transformative moments between dogs and youth.

 Find out more about us at: www.canineinspiredchange.org

Canine Inspired Change

Board Member Job Description

Provide governance to the organization, represent it to the community, help build and provide resources to the organization, and accept the ultimate legal authority for it. 

* Oversee and review written plans that outline CIC’s long-term goals 

* Conduct periodic assessments of CIC’s operating environment 

* Balance planning and action 

* Consider needs of participants in review of CIC’s programs and services 

* Review and approve all program changes 

* Participate in CIC’s programs and events 

* Contribute annually 

* Participate in site visits and fundraising calls as needed 

* Review fundraising strategy 

* Approve annual budget 

* Review financial statements 

* Require and review independent annual audit and required filings 

* Represent the organization in the community 

* Assist in the development and management of working relationships with other organizations and individuals 

Join our team and volunteer to staff the crisis line for the St. Cloud Crisis Nursery. You create your own schedule and work as many hours as you are available during the hours listed below. Calls will be forwarded to your cell phone.

Volunteers from Central Minnesota preferred. Training and resources are available to make the volunteer experience comfortable and clear. A background check is required.

You can choose from available shifts between the hours of:

Thanks for your support.

Ready, Set, Go! Help guide and train an individual with developmental disabilities who is highly motivated to improve their overall fitness, nutrition and wellness. We need caring individuals to coach, encourage and schedule regular fitness activities each week with our "trainees". Share your passion for health and wellness! Contact: cthoma@hammer.org or call 952-345-8554.

Hope for the Journey Home Family Shelter is a place of hospitality providing up to 7 families at a time temporary emergency shelter while permanent housing is sought. Volunteers provide a welcoming presence to families while serving dinner, and or serving as an overnight host.

Assist with meal preparation, serving dinner to shelter guests and cleaning up kitchen. Engage in conversation and after dinner activities with guests (5pm-7 or 7:30 pm nightly).

2 volunteers are needed each evening. View and sign up for shifts here.

Supervision and Training:

In person orientation training provided at the beginning of each volunteer opportunity. Support staff present during all dinner shifts. 2 overnight volunteers present.

All volunteers age 18 and older must complete a criminal background check and complete safe environment training prior to volunteering. Training can be completed online. For information related to training reach out to Hope for the Journey Home at pbrokman@guardian-angels.org or 651-503-3380.

Detailed volunteer position descriptions, video about Hope for the Journey Home, and monthly volunteer sign up links can be found at https://www.guardian-angels.org/hope/

Hope for the Journey Home Family Shelter is a place of hospitality providing up to 7 families at a time temporary emergency shelter while permanent housing is sought. Volunteers provide a welcoming presence to families while serving dinner, and or serving as an overnight host.

Serve as an overnight host from 8pm-9am. Make requested lunches, secure house and set out a light breakfast. This is a sleeping position in a private room. Be available to shelter families in case there is an emergency and secure house nightly and each morning. 

2 volunteers are needed each evening. View and sign up for shifts here.

Supervision and Training:

In person orientation training provided at the beginning of each volunteer opportunity. Support staff present during all dinner shifts. 2 overnight volunteers present.

All volunteers age 18 and older must complete a criminal background check and complete safe environment training prior to volunteering. Training can be completed online. For information related to training reach out to Hope for the Journey Home at pbrokman@guardian-angels.org or 651-503-3380.

Detailed volunteer position descriptions, video about Hope for the Journey Home, and monthly volunteer sign up links can be found at https://www.guardian-angels.org/hope/

Hope for the Journey Home Family Shelter is a place of hospitality providing up to 7 families at a time temporary emergency shelter while permanent housing is sought. Volunteers provide a welcoming presence to families while serving dinner, and or serving as an overnight host.

Pick up and deliver a hot breakfast donated by IHop restaurant Saturday or Sunday mornings. Pick up IHOP breakfast packed in a lightweight insulated bag Saturday or Sunday mornings at 7:45am on 10th Street in Oakdale. Deliver to shelter 2 miles away and return bag to IHop restaurant. This is a no contact with family guests. 

1 volunteer needed each Saturday and Sunday. Sign up for shift(s) here.

Have you ever wanted to be part of a ServiceTeam experience volunteering in Guatemala but haven’t been able to assemble a full team? Do you have a few days off and hoping to get the most out of it?

Join us for an exciting ServiceTeam Experience in beautiful Antigua, Guatemala and change lives during a meaningful volunteer adventure vacation!

A ServiceTeam or Individual Volunteer Experience provides an opportunity to use your talents and skills to serve others and to change lives. Our meaningful volunteer adventure trips are completely customizable. If you’re signing up with a group (Service Team), it is possible to focus your work on suitable projects including:

- Education
- Medical and Dental Care
- Construction
- Disaster Relief
- Physical Therapy
- Occupational Therapy
- Nursing
- Social Work/Social Sciences

Part of the trip is spent working on necessary home improvement projects such as building simple yet dignifying homes, pouring concrete floors in shacks (to reduce illness and infection), or laying water pipes along a mountainside trail.

You will also spend time helping in our classrooms, volunteering at the homeless shelter, and helping the babies at Casa Jackson Hospital for Malnourished Children. There is no limit to what you can do to help. The rest of the trip is spent experiencing all the beauty and adventure surrounding you.


Check out our video for more information about our work in Guatemala!
https://youtu.be/EFcbB2jWdd8

It’s hard to leave your child’s side when they’re hospitalized, not to mention that lengthy stays can be challenging for families in many ways. With support of Pinky Swear Pantry, numerous on-site hospital food pantries, families can stay near their sick child as well as ease the financial cost of food for single-day and extended-stay treatments.

We currently stock food at:

University of Minnesota Masonic Children’s Hospital - Twin Cities, MN
Children’s Minnesota - Minneapolis, Minnesota
Blank Children’s Hospital - Des Moines, IA
Levine Children’s Hospital - Charlotte, North Carolina

If you’re interested in hosting a food drive to help stock our Pinky Swear Pantries, please email karen.liu@pinkyswear.org. Learn more about Pinky Swear Foundation and make a donation today at www.pinkyswear.org. 

Thank you for writing or drawing a note of encouragement to a child battling cancer and their family! The kids who endure the unthinkable, we call them All-Stars! Pinky Swear Foundation is committed to supporting All-Stars and their families as they battle cancer by helping to ease the financial and emotional impact during a very challenging time. 

Please address letters to Pinky Swear Foundation: 5555 West 78th Street, Suite E, Edina, MN 55439.

Instructions:
• Make simple, folded 4x6 or 5x7 cards
• No beads, felt, glitter or other items
• Keep cards gender-neutral
• Can be for All-Star child or whole family
• No more than 10 cards, please

Phrases to Consider:
You are ...
• Brave
• Strong
• Amazing/Awesome
• A Hero
• Super
• Wonderful
• A Star
• An Inspiration
• Loved

Other Phrases to Consider:
• I am sorry for the struggle you are facing.
• We think of you often.
• I truly admire your strength and courage.
• I wish good things for you and your family.
• I am sorry you are going through this.
• I wish I could take this pain away for you.
• Thinking of you.
• Take care.
• You rock
• I care about you!
• You are the BEST.
• You are a ray of sunshine.

Pictures to Consider:
• Sunshine, stars and rainbows
• Flowers and balloons
• Animals
• Contemporary drawing – patterns/colors
• Smiling faces
• Hearts
• Pinky Swear Logo
• Cars
• Cartoon Characters

Phrases to Avoid:
• You got this.
• Keep fighting.
• Don’t give up.
• I know how you feel.
• It will be okay.
• Get well.
• Feel better.
• Be brave.
• Be strong.
• Be courageous.
• Religious statements (e.g. Praying for you)
• Holiday phrases (e.g. Merry Christmas)

Learn more and make a gift today at www.pinkyswear.org. 

Become part of the IES Summit Planning Team! We are looking for great community connectors, organized individuals, those with photography, PR skills, and more. 

MPLS (imPulse) is pleased to announce that we are accepting applications for our Board of Directors. MPLS (imPulse) is a semi-professional chamber choir dedicated to performing new music in new spaces. This means reimagining the way choral performances are designed and challenging the way singers and audience members experience choirs. MPLS (imPulse) develops each program with a collaborative partner, selecting and commissioning thematic repertoire and co-creating an experience brought to life with choral music to enhance and deepen connections in communities and enliven spaces. The Board of Directors serve a key role in the planning and execution of our thematic programming. As a growing organization we are seeking individuals who desire to help us continue to grow and fulfill our mission. 

If our mission speaks to you and you would like to be considered as we expand our Board, please submit your interest here. Interested candidates should highlight the knowledge and skills that you bring to the table that will help MPLS (imPulse) advance our mission. 

We meet monthly on Saturdays from 9-11 am. Currently, all our meetings are held via Zoom.

Board members serve a term of 3 years, which may be renewed once.

Mission Statement:

MPLS (imPulse) builds choral communities by performing living music, embracing the singer experience, and fostering novel collaborations.

Vision Statement:

A choral experience for every space and community.

We are looking for volunteers to cut and sew reusable hygiene pads for the women we help in Guatemala. For instructions, please be sure to provide your email, and we will send instructions with templates and pictures. This project is perfect to do from home and can either be mailed in or dropped off at our Golden Valley location.

Thank you so much!