Opportunities From: HandsOn Twin Cities

Celebrate Disability Joy and Community at The Arc Minnesota & Arc's Value Village Disability Pride Festival on Sunday, August 9th from 10am - 1pm. Uplift and support disability owned businesses and organizations. There will be food, performances, crafts, art installations, face painting, and so much more!  Festival will be held in the parking lot of Arc's Value Village Richfield, located at 6528 Penn Ave S.

Volunteers are needed Aug. 9th between 9am - 2pm with:

If you would like to volunteer to make this event a success, sign up online here.  Join us in celebrating disability pride, community, inclusion, creativity, and connection at this exciting community event.

Details and logistics will be sent via email closer to the festival and will include what to wear, where to park, who to ask for upon arrival, volunteer t-shirts and task directions. We hope to have you there!

Celebrate Disability Joy and Community at The Arc Minnesota & Arc's Value Village Disability Pride Festival on Sunday, August 9th from 10am - 1pm. Uplift and support disability owned businesses and organizations. There will be food, performances, crafts, art installations, face painting, and so much more!  Festival will be held in the parking lot of Arc's Value Village Richfield, located at 6528 Penn Ave S.

Volunteers are needed Aug. 9th between 9am - 2pm with:

If you would like to volunteer to make this event a success, sign up online here.  Join us in celebrating disability pride, community, inclusion, creativity, and connection at this exciting community event.

Details and logistics will be sent via email closer to the festival and will include what to wear, where to park, who to ask for upon arrival, volunteer t-shirts and task directions. We hope to have you there!

Family Day 2026 is a cornerstone event of MNPOC Pride’s annual programming, focused on creating a safe, affirming, and culturally responsive space for LGBTQ+ people of color, youth, and families. Hosted in the heart of the community, this free public event brings together hundreds of attendees for a day of celebration, education, and resource-sharing.

The event includes live entertainment featuring local artists, a diverse range of community resource providers, health and wellness services including HIV testing and prevention education, youth-focused programming, and free food to reduce barriers to participation. Family Day prioritizes accessibility, cultural representation, and community healing, while fostering connections between attendees and essential services.

Through this event, MNPOC Pride aims to strengthen community bonds, increase access to critical resources, and create a visible, joyful space where LGBTQ+ people of color and their families are celebrated and supported.

Are you interested in creating meaningful gifts for unhoused or housing insecure individuals in our community? Build hygiene kits!

Did you know Minneapolis and St. Paul school districts have 5+% of their students who are experiencing housing insecurity? Additionally, health clinics are finding patients express a need for hygiene items during health screenings.

Let's help address this need by making hygiene kits for struggling individuals and families.

We are looking for businesses, community groups and neighbors to purchase travel/personal size hygiene products and build our 8 piece hygiene kits for students, individuals and families struggling to afford hygiene items. 

We ask that all kit items be placed in Ziploc bags and each kit be filled with:

Please contact us at hello@bridgetobasics.org to get your full toolkit and register your volunteer activity.  Thank you!!!

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 kits. We can provide you with suggestions of items based on needs and pricing. We can pick up the kits or you may drop them off at our St. Paul location (280/94).

Summer Flyer

Volunteer Position: Keystone Food Mobile Distribution Support at one of our Project for Pride in Living Locations

Location: New Foundations – 1145 Westminster St., St. Paul
Schedule: Every 4th Monday of the month
Volunteer Shift: 1:45 PM – 4:15 PM (Resident shopping from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM)

Overview:
Support residents at New Foundations during the Keystone Food Mobile distribution. This outdoor event helps provide fresh and shelf-stable food to community members in a welcoming and respectful environment.

Important Notes:

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Volunteer Qualifications:

Physical Requirements:

Training:

Additional Details:

Project for Pride in Living is looking for individuals who would like to volunteer within our Access Lab on a weekly basis.

The shift is 3.5 hours each week on either Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday. 

9:00am-12:30pm or 12:30pm-4:00pm

Access Lab volunteers will work with our participants on a variety of tasks that could include resume review, job searches, helping participants build up keyboarding skills, giving guidance on how to fill out online job applications, pointing participants to other resources and programs that could be helpful to them and more.

Please review ideal skillset list below to see if your talents could be beneficial to this volunteer opportunity.

Ideal Skillset:

Microsoft Office

Proficient in Microsoft Word

Familiarity with Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft Office applications

Google Tools

Basic internet search skills

Familiarity with Google Docs, Google Drive, and other Google applications

Ability to set up and manage a Gmail account

Computer & Device Use

Ability to use a PC, including logging in and managing passwords

Familiarity with iPhones and/or Android smartphones and mobile applications

Basic keyboarding skills

Email & Mobile Communication

Sending and receiving emails on both computer and mobile devices

Text messaging and voicemail use

Organizing emails using folders (e.g., resumes, job search correspondence)

Internet Navigation & Research

Understanding internet addresses (URLs) and website navigation

Locating and using employer websites, including finding Careers/Jobs pages

Researching employers, industries, job fields, and career interests online

Job Search & Employment Tools

Conducting basic job searches using Indeed and other job boards

Understanding the capabilities and limitations of job boards

Searching databases and company career sites

Job Search Strategies

Using online and offline job search methods

Networking and making professional contacts

Approaching employers directly, seeking referrals, and responding to help-wanted postings

File Management & Data Storage

Understanding how computers organize files and folders

Saving, organizing, and retrieving digital documents

Using flash drives and other storage methods to manage files

Note: This opportunity does require an interview and a background check before a volunteer can be referred to volunteer for programming.

Volunteer Position: Keystone Food Mobile Distribution Support

Location: New Foundations – 1145 Westminster St., St. Paul
Schedule: Every 4th Monday of the month
Volunteer Shift: 1:45 PM – 4:15 PM (Resident shopping from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM)

Overview:
Support residents at New Foundations during the Keystone Food Mobile distribution. This outdoor event helps provide fresh and shelf-stable food to community members in a welcoming and respectful environment.

Important Notes:

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Volunteer Qualifications:

Physical Requirements:

Training:

Additional Details:

Starting Sunday, July 12th, we are looking for volunteers to work our St. Paul Farmer's Market shifts each Sunday.

Volunteers DO NOT need to attend orientation, just come and sign the waiver (17 and younger will need to have a signed waiver from their parent or guardian).

This event will be at the St Paul Farmer’s Market every other week and at Today’s Harvest - Maplewood on the opposite weeks.

https://vhub.at/farmersmarket

St Paul Farmer’s Market

290 5th St e, St Paul MN 55101

Today’s Harvest - Maplewood 1740 Van Dyke St St Paul, MN 55109

Sunday, Jul 12, 2026

Sunday, Jul 19, 2026

Sunday, Jul 26, 2026

Sunday, Aug 2, 2026

Sunday, Aug 9, 2026

Sunday, Aug 16, 2026

Sunday, Aug 23, 2026

Sunday, Aug 30, 2026

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Sunday, Sept 13, 2026

Mount Olivet Conference & Retreat Center (MOCRC) is committed to being a place of peace, wholeness, healing, and justice for all. These values guide how we relate to each other, our guests, and the land. From green initiatives to land and wildlife preservation, from warmly welcoming all people to promoting justice and equity, we seek the flourishing of all living beings.

MOCRC is committed to caring for the environment and stewarding our natural resources on 151 acres of land so that our guests are nurtured and sustained in mind, body, and spirit. Our priority is providing space for “Connection, Community, and Care.”

We host a variety of events open to the public throughout the year, including outdoor summer concerts, stargazing, extended retreats, banquets, and summer mid-week worship services and nature talks. If you enjoy meeting new people, trying new things, and experiencing nature, this is the perfect volunteer opportunity for you!

Volunteer as an individual or small group of 2-3 people! Schedule for one-time special event or multiple events.  

*Must have valid license for a background check

Mount Olivet Conference & Retreat Center (MOCRC) is committed to being a place of peace, wholeness, healing, and justice for all. These values guide how we relate to each other, our guests, and the land. From green initiatives to land and wildlife preservation, from warmly welcoming all people to promoting justice and equity, we seek the flourishing of all living beings.

MOCRC is committed to caring for the environment and stewarding our natural resources on 151 acres of land. Volunteer and enjoy our beautiful site while helping to maintain our outdoor amenities, including a prairie restoration project and a certified monarch waystation. Other outdoor areas in need of care include: 5+ miles of walking trails; Marsh Walk; meditation labyrinth; natural playscape, outdoor chapel; gazebo; wood duck and blue bird houses, and so much more!

Volunteer as an individual or as a team building activity! Bring your church, book club, girl/boy scouts, or corporate group!  We have year-round opportunities, can be flexible with scheduling, and can schedule 1X or as needed with on-going projects.

*Must have valid license for a background check

Mount Olivet Conference & Retreat Center (MOCRC) is committed to being a place of peace, wholeness, healing, and justice for all. These values guide how we relate to each other, our guests, and the land. From green initiatives to land and wildlife preservation, from warmly welcoming all people to promoting justice and equity, we seek the flourishing of all living beings.

MOCRC is committed to caring for the environment and stewarding our natural resources on 151 acres of land. Volunteer and enjoy our beautiful site while helping to maintain our outdoor amenities, including  our 5+ miles of walking trails!

Volunteer as an individual or as a team building activity! Bring your church, book club, girl/boy scouts, or corporate group!  We have year-round opportunities, can be flexible with scheduling, and can schedule 1X or as needed with on-going projects.

*If volunteering as an individual, must have a valid ID and pass a background check

Mount Olivet Conference & Retreat Center (MOCRC) is committed to being a place of peace, wholeness, healing, and justice for all. These values guide how we relate to each other, our guests, and the land. From green initiatives to land and wildlife preservation, from warmly welcoming all people to promoting justice and equity, we seek the flourishing of all living beings.

We know that food plays a large role in nurturing and sustaining us in mind, body, and spirit. We take great pride in nourishing our guests during their stay, and volunteers are needed to help serve our full-meal services and clean up so that guests can experience gracious hospitality and personal rest during their time with us. If you enjoy meeting new people and helping everyone to feel at home, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Weekends are a priority for us with meals served at 8am, 12pm, and 6pm. Shifts of 2-3 hours around these meals times are preferred. Training and support are always available.

*Must have valid license for a background check

Mount Olivet Conference & Retreat Center (MOCRC) is committed to being a place of peace, wholeness, healing, and justice for all. These values guide how we relate to each other, our guests, and the land. From green initiatives to land and wildlife preservation, from warmly welcoming all people to promoting justice and equity, we seek the flourishing of all living beings.

MOCRC is committed to caring for the environment and stewarding our natural resources on 151 acres of land so that our guests are nurtured and sustained in mind, body, and spirit. Our priority is providing gracious hospitality and warmly welcoming all people.

If you enjoy meeting new people and making everyone feel at home, we would love to have you volunteer with us at the front desk. It’s a key role at our center and volunteers are needed to greet guests, answer phones, and help with gift shop payments. Volunteer shifts can be flexible and are highly needed Friday-Sunday. We will provide support and training when you begin!

Schedule on a flexible, ongoing basis. We will provide support and training when you begin!

*Must have valid license for background check

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

Enjoy the beautiful summer sun with an outdoor yard clean-up and landscaping at our Andover residential home for youth. The individuals we serve take pride in their home and are proud to be a part of the community. Grab your gardening gear and perform general landscaping such as pulling weeds, planting annuals/perennials, trimming shrubs, and cleaning up brush. Help to give all our homes an immediate feeling of warmth and welcoming. This could be an on-going opportunity or a one-time event.  

A fun outdoor individual or teambuilding activity!  

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. 

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

Enjoy the beautiful summer sun with an outdoor yard clean-up event at one of our residential homes across the west metro. The individuals we serve take pride in their home and are proud to be a part of the community. Grab your gardening gear and perform general landscaping such as pulling weeds, planting annuals, trimming shrubs, and cleaning up brush. Help to give all our homes an immediate feeling of warmth and welcoming. This could be an on-going opportunity or a one-time event.  

A fun outdoor individual or teambuilding activity!  

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. 

This role supports Carver Scott Humane Society during a pivotal period of growth, helping guide strategy, expand community impact, and strengthen organizational sustainability. As an active member of a working board, you’ll contribute to fundraising, build meaningful partnerships, and provide leadership as we move into a new facility and grow our programs. Designed for individuals seeking a hands-on leadership opportunity with real impact, this role offers the chance to shape the future of animal welfare in our community while growing your own professional and community network.

Learn more about this opportunity here or view the position profile here.

CEAP Meals on Wheels delivers hot, nutritious, lunch-time meals for 450 seniors and individuals in 9 cities who are not able to prepare meals or leave their homes. Our Meals on Wheels neighbors are active participants in a collective effort to grow a more equitable, healthy, and joyful community through access to food, while enjoying the comfort and safety of their own homes. Shifts are available Monday-Friday with each shift beginning at 8:30am and ending around 10:30am. Visit www.ceap.org/get-involved/ to fill out our volunteer interest form, or contact mealsonwheels@ceap.com or (763) 450-3678 for more information.

Kitchen Assistants help the CEAP Meals on Wheels team ensure that meals are labeled correctly and packed appropriately in clean carriers. This includes the packing of beverages, sides, and meals into the delivery bags. This position highlights route sheets for Meals on Wheels drivers and bag labels. This position requires standing, light lifting and some twisting. We can accommodate to individual needs, as necessary.

CEAP Meals on Wheels delivers hot, nutritious, lunch-time meals for 450 seniors and individuals in 9 cities who are not able to prepare meals or leave their homes. Our Meals on Wheels neighbors are active participants in a collective effort to grow a more equitable, healthy, and joyful community through access to food, while enjoying the comfort and safety of their own homes. Shifts are available Monday-Friday with each shift beginning at 12:30pm and ending at 2pm. Visit www.ceap.org/get-involved/ to fill out our volunteer interest form, or contact mealsonwheels@ceap.com or (763) 450-3675 for more information.

Meal Packers help the CEAP Meals on Wheels team pack frozen nutritious meals, beverages, and sides to share with our homebound neighbors who benefit most from receiving a weekly frozen meal delivery. This position requires moderate lifting and bending. We can accommodate to individual needs, as necessary.

CEAP Meals on Wheels delivers hot, nutritious, lunch-time meals for 450 seniors and individuals in 9 cities who are not able to prepare meals or leave their homes. Our Meals on Wheels neighbors are active participants in a collective effort to grow a more equitable, healthy, and joyful community through access to food, while enjoying the comfort and safety of their own homes. Driving shifts are available Monday-Friday with each beginning at 10:30am and ending around noon. Visit www.ceap.org/get-involved/ to fill out our volunteer interest form, or contact mealsonwheels@ceap.com or (763) 450-3675 for more information.

Drivers ensure that our neighbors receive their hot, nutritious meals on time. When our drivers deliver meals, they also deliver safety checks and friendship! This service is vital for our homebound neighbors and community members who are unable to prepare meals for themselves.

CEAP's Food Market nourishes our neighbors with curated, healthy food. We share nearly 2 million pounds of food with our neighbors each year!

Food Market Team Members assist with projects like packing grocery orders, sorting food donations, and providing curbside service to participants.

The Sanneh Foundation was founded as a youth sports organization in 2003 by former World Cup soccer player and native Minnesotan, Tony Sanneh. The Sanneh Foundation has broadened its reach and now provides a broad swath of services to address the social determinants of health across Minnesota. Our goal is to eliminate Minnesota’s steep racial and ethnic disparities in health outcomes, education, and income.

The Sanneh Foundation leads by listening to community members and providing services that are culturally responsive, empowering, and designed to improve lives. In an increasingly diverse state, Sanneh is at the forefront of meeting the needs of underserved communities so that every Minnesotan can grow up with the education, health care, home life, and strong community support they need to thrive.

Our Nutritional Services team works together to improve the lives of community members experiencing hunger by safely and efficiently distributing donated products from food rescue partners to hundreds of households each week across the Twin Cities.

With the support of generous volunteers, our program also empowers youth through on-the-job training and coordinates free food distributions Monday through Friday — rain or shine!

Click here to learn more!

Food Distribution Schedule:

Group Volunteers

Volunteering with Sanneh’s Nutritional Services is a great opportunity for team bonding and community impact. Whether you are a corporate group, school club, or community organization, your group can make a meaningful difference while working together in a fun, hands-on environment.

To ensure we can provide the best experience for your team and meet the needs of our community, please reach out to Sarah Philippe, Volunteer Manager, at volunteer@thesannehfoundation.org before signing up.

We could not do this work without the enthusiastic participation of our volunteers and the power of communities united around the critical need for food. Thank you for being part of the solution and standing with us in the fight against food insecurity!

Join other volunteers at our work group location to sew, cut fabric, put snaps on garments and assemble the 'bundles.'  Or sewing can be done at home and then completed items brought in when the location is open.     We have non-sewing tasks which need to be done, too.  Drop in any time when the work group location is open.  Please check our calendar for current dates and times. 

Bundles of Love Charity is a volunteer driven non-profit that partners with community organizations to assist Minnesota families in need by providing handmade items for newborns. 

Our Vision is a world where every newborn has access to the basics.

Articulture is seeking to expand its Board of Directors -

Articulture, an arts education organization located in South Minneapolis, has a mission to "empower individuals and communities to create positive change through the visual arts". 

Our programs uphold this mission by providing opportunities to quality visual arts learning, serving a multitude of demographics to enable self-expression, skill building, and personal growth. Our Art and Healing partnerships with social service organizations gives arts opportunities to marginalized and vulnerable communities who otherwise would not have access to creative experiences. In addition to our occasional artist-residencies in the schools throughout the Metro area, we have ongoing partnerships in Minneapolis Public Schools with a number of local after school programs - sometimes being the only arts learning students receive. We are also presently partnering with People Serving People Shelter, specifically giving teens an opportunity for a creative outlet.   

Articulture's Board of Directors is a working board that relies on the experience and skills of board members to help support the mission and operations of the organization. Presently, we are seeking individuals in the following areas of expertise: event planning, fundraising, finance, and grantwriting/development.

Board Responsibilities:

Time expectation:

Meetings are mostly virtual and sometimes in person.
This is an uncompensated volunteer position.

https://www.articulture.org/j

Since 2008, Food for His Children (FFHC) has provided Christ-centered community development and humanitarian services to families and communities in rural Karatu, Tanzania, targeting those with income below $1 per day.  Our vision is to eradicate extreme poverty so that children and families have food to eat, medical care, education, and the ability to work towards their dreams.

Use your years of experience to help us tell our story and gain support. Develop a variety of marketing materials to promote and share stories of the work. Examples include writing blog posts, creating digital or print media, lead generation and strategy, email marketing, campaign manager, helping develop messaging for staff to use when engaging visitors at the Farm and Innovation Center and more.

Flexible hours, work from home

Saturday, August 22 from11:30AM-2:00PM
Healers Panel– 4 Volunteers needed

Help Wisdom Ways host this event is for women, femme-identifying individuals, and anyone who honors feminine healing traditions.
We close the series by grounding ourselves in healing and resilience—honoring the wisdom, practices, and lived experience of women healers across cultures and generations.
This final gathering reflects the heart of Summer of Soul: that sustaining justice requires care—for ourselves, for one another, and for our communities. Healing is not separate from action; it is what makes lasting change possible.
Through resource-sharing, reflection, and connection, participants are invited to carry forward what they have experienced throughout the series—into their own lives and communities.

Location TBD

2 Greeters/Mic Passers
- 2 at registration table, one for confirming registration and one for registering people
(Will become mic passers after registration has concluded)
2 Catering Support
- Set up, keep tidy, and replenish catering
- Clean up catering after event has concluded

Do you have a green thumb?
Accola is in need of volunteers who can help keep our gardens and courtyards lush and blooming! We’re looking for volunteers at our two locations: South Minneapolis (near Nicollet and Franklin) and St. Paul (near the University of St. Catherine).
Flexible hours and plenty of weeds! :)

Friends in Need Food Shelf is always in need of toilet paper and paper towels. These items are desperately needed by our clients. We would welcome any group to host a paper goods drive. Donations can be dropped off at 535 4th Street, St. Paul Park, MN or we will pick them up. We also have an Amazon 'Wishlist' which allows ordering and direct shipment to us. Links to these can be found on our website. finfood.org/donate

Amazon Wish list

Be a Coffee Talker
Bring cheer and connection into the lives of older Minnesotans by becoming a Coffee Talker! In this volunteer role, you’ll offer friendly conversation to older adults who may be feeling isolated or lonely. Coffee Talk is a welcoming, drop-in call line where callers can connect with caring volunteers for meaningful chats.

Coffee Talk takes place on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., and we are currently looking for volunteers to help cover these three-hour morning shifts. This is a fully remote volunteer opportunity, allowing you to participate from the comfort of your home, with training and ongoing staff support provided.

Requirements:
Volunteers must be 18 or older, complete a volunteer application, pass a background check, attend training, and currently live in Minnesota. College and university students needing volunteer hours are encouraged to apply.

Time Commitment:
Volunteers sign up for a three-hour shift on Tuesdays or Thursdays from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Have questions?
Contact Emma Lucchesi at elucchesi@friendsco.org or 612-746-0746.

VOLUNTEER LEADERSHIP ROLE

Communications Manager
Upwing Media | The Young Ike Podcast

Time Commitment: 3–5 hours per week (average)
Location: Remote/Hybrid
Volunteer Position

About Upwing Media

Upwing Media in partnership with the Minnesota Valley Chapter of the IWLA, produces The Young Ike podcast, a platform dedicated to fostering meaningful conversations about the environmental issues shaping our future. Through interviews, storytelling, and community engagement, we spotlight climate innovators, conservation leaders, and individuals working to create positive change for the planet. 

Position Overview

We are seeking a volunteer Communications Manager to help amplify the reach and impact of The Young Ike podcast. This leadership role is ideal for someone who enjoys writing, storytelling, social media, and audience engagement, and who is excited to help shape how a growing media platform connects with listeners and partners.

Working closely with the podcast host and team, you will have flexibility and creative ownership in developing communications strategies, growing audience engagement, and helping extend the reach of meaningful conversations.

Responsibilities

Write and distribute a monthly email newsletter highlighting recent podcast episodes, upcoming conversations, and organizational updates.

Manage and schedule social media content across LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok and Youtube.

Create and repurpose content from podcast episodes, including quotes, short highlights, episode announcements, and audience engagement posts.

Coordinate brief content submissions for partner organizations, including newsletter articles, magazine snippets, and other communications opportunities.

Help maintain a consistent voice and messaging across all communication channels.

Recommend and implement new ideas for audience growth and engagement.

Track basic engagement metrics and identify opportunities to expand reach and impact.

Qualifications

Strong written communication and storytelling skills.

Familiarity with major social media platforms and content scheduling tools.

Curiosity and willingness to learn and adapt to new systems.

Self-motivated and able able to work independently and manage deadlines.

Interest in podcasts/new media landscape, climate change and the environment, civic dialogue, or related topics.

Experience with nonprofit, media, communications, marketing, or journalism work is helpful but not required.

What You'll Gain

Meaningful leadership experience with a growing mission-driven media platform.

Creative ownership and flexibility in shaping communications strategy.

Portfolio-building experience in communications, media, and digital marketing.

A chance to contribute to conversations that encourage constructive dialogue, community engagement, and positive action.

To Apply

Please send a brief note introducing yourself, your interest in the role, and any relevant writing, communications, or social media experience. Samples of previous work are welcome but not required.

MSS is a program that offers support services to adults with disabilities. We are seeking a musical volunteer to spend time weekly at our Minneapolis site, playing music to the program participants, and allowing them to be actively engaged in learning about music. The volunteer could lead small group classes, teaching about the instrument, music, perhaps composing a song with the participants. Volunteers can come any day Mon-Fri, between the hours of 10-1pm. Ideally this instruction would happen weekly, for 1-2 hours each week. Volunteer must be friendly and comfortable working with a variety of people, and must be able to pass a background check. Volunteer should have a background/experience in music and/or songwriting.

MSS is a local non-profit that provides services and supports to adults with intellectual and physical disabilities. The program participants would love to have a volunteer come in weekly and teach a cooking class. No professional training required, just a passion and love for being in the kitchen, as well as ability to create basic dishes and explain the process. Volunteer should plan to teach basic kitchen safety and work with program participants to create a "menu" of simple, basic dishes they would like to prepare over the course of several weeks. MSS will provide all the ingredients and supplies. Volunteer should plan to come to MSS one time per week (M-F) for one hour, anytime between 10am-1pm. Volunteer must be able to pass a background check and must be comfortable engaging with adults with disabilities.

Use Your Creativity to Spread Joy

Joy Collaborative is seeking a volunteer Graphic Designer to help bring our mission to life through compelling visual storytelling. From event materials and social media graphics to website assets and marketing campaigns, your work will help us engage supporters and expand access to inclusive, joyful spaces throughout our community.

Responsibilities:

Ideal Volunteer:

Estimated Commitment: Flexible, approximately 2–6 hours per month, with opportunities for larger project involvement throughout the year.

Bonus: You'll help share the stories of individuals and families experiencing greater inclusion, connection, and joy because of your work.

Help Us Keep Our Digital Front Door Welcoming

Joy Collaborative is looking for a volunteer Website Coordinator to help maintain and update our website so it remains current, engaging, and reflective of our mission. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys both design and organization and wants to make a meaningful impact behind the scenes.

Responsibilities:

Ideal Volunteer:

Estimated Commitment: 2–4 hours per month, with occasional project-based needs.

Help Keep Joy Moving Forward

Joy Collaborative is seeking a detail-oriented volunteer Treasurer/Bookkeeper to support the financial health and sustainability of our growing nonprofit. This role works closely with staff and board leadership to review financial reports, monitor budgets, and provide guidance on financial best practices.

Responsibilities:

Ideal Volunteer:

Estimated Commitment: 2–5 hours per month, plus board meetings.

Joy Collaborative is a non-profit that is growing like crazy. We’re on a mission to create empowering spaces for kids with life-limiting conditions. From incredible renovations to our Joy Mobile and all new Joy Zone, we’ve amazing got stories that deserve to be shared far and wide.

That’s where YOU come in!
We’re looking for a social media + storytelling superstar to help us:
• Keep our social media fresh, fun, and consistent
• Share our amazing projects & mobile activations (seriously, these stories will give you goosebumps)
• Help with email campaigns & marketing efforts

This is your chance to:
• Use your creative skills to make a real impact
• Grow your portfolio with meaningful, high-visibility content
• Be part of something BIG — we’re dreaming audaciously here

If you’re ready to use your voice and visuals to help individuals thrive, we’d love to meet you!

What You’ll Do
Help bring the Joy Mobile to life in the community. This role keeps events organized, volunteers supported, and the experience joyful for everyone involved.

Foundational work is in place - SOP's, templates, etc. 

Time Commitment
Flexible schedule, about 2–4 hours per week.

Your Role in the Joy

Plan the Fun

Coordinate Joy Mobile visits with community partners

Add confirmed events to the calendar and database

Make sure dates align with the JC event schedule

Support Volunteers

Keep a small team of 6–10 volunteers rotating through events

Match volunteers with shifts that work for them

Be a friendly back-up if a volunteer can’t make it

Share simple training materials so everyone feels prepared

Keep Events Running Smoothly

Confirm invoices are paid before events

Help coordinate basic event logistics (supplies, signage, setup)

Keep an eye on inventory and flag any vehicle needs

Follow Up with Joy

Check in with hosts after events

Send a thank-you note to the main contact

Share helpful feedback with the team

You Might Enjoy This If You

Like organizing details and helping things run smoothly

Enjoy connecting with volunteers and community partners

Appreciate a mission rooted in inclusion and joy

Are comfortable with basic email, scheduling, and spreadsheets

Why This Role Matters
You’ll help make sure the Joy Mobile shows up ready to serve families, schools, and events that need a moment of calm and care. A few hours of coordination helps create meaningful experiences for hundreds of people.

A small role. A big ripple of joy.

Our volunteers welcome guests and provide information about the experience. Volunteers are stationed at a table and greet guests looking for relief at overwhelming events.

A typical shift is 3-4 hours and includes a fun, orange Joy Mobile t-shirt!  Learn more about the Joy Mobile and see the events calendar at this LINK!

Do you love planning fun, creative events!  This is for you!  Successful events are a shared responsibility of the Board, Executive Director, staff, and volunteers. The Event Committee Lead does not carry sole responsibility for planning or executing events. Instead, this role focuses on coordination, clarity, and alignment—helping ensure events are well-scoped, well-supported, and realistic given organizational capacity.

Lead and facilitate a small Event Committee, ensuring members:

Hold regular check-ins with the Executive Director to:

Provide brief, periodic updates to the Board focused on:

In addition to Board Member expectations:

A minimum one-year commitment to the Event Committee Lead role

Twin Cities R!se is hosting our 3rd Annual Community Carnival. 

This isn’t just an event. It’s a celebration of the beautiful community and connection at TCR and we need YOU to make it the best yet! 

WHEN: Thursday, August 6th 4-7pm (volunteer shifts are between 3-7:30pm; 1st shift 3:15-7:30 PM 2nd shift 1:30-4pm)  

WHERE:

We’re seeking your time and talent for the upcoming virtual mock events starting July 1st.  Your continuous support is what helps our R!sers show up as STAR candidates for interviews and secure full-time employment. 

There are (2) types of events to choose from:

Be HR Mock Event - This will be an engaging exercise where we’ll guide participants through reviewing fictional resumes, comparing them to a job description, and discussing candidate qualifications in breakout rooms.

S.T.A.R. Mock Event – You will conduct practice interviews in a breakout room with R!sers using the STAR Method

  To register and attend an event, please go to our website and do the following:

1) Complete a 1-page interest form https://twincitiesrise.org/volunteer-application-form/

2) Choose the event you'd like to attend and register https://twincitiesrise.org/events-calendar/

3) Attend a pre-mock event meeting - this will be scheduled once you register. 

Check out our website to learn more about the organization  https://twincitiesrise.org/

If you have any questions or additional information, feel free to contact me at

tdash@twincitiesrise.org 

612-470-7047

There are many steps involved in granting a wish, and the Wish Team needs support in many of these steps. We need an in-office volunteer that can think on their feet, is quick to learn new tasks, and will be enthusiastic in supporting the wish process in a variety of ways.

Duties:

Time Commitment: 3-4 hours/week + a volunteer orientation (if one has not yet been attended).

Skills: Comfortable with using a computer (opening, editing, saving, closing documents; navigating the internet; doing research), attention to detail, organized.

Want to help children across the Twin Cites Metro learn about disabilities and how to relate to peers with disabilities? Volunteer to be a PACER Puppeteer!

The COUNT ME IN puppet show, offers an opportunity to promote a positive message, learn a unique style of puppetry and improve your presentation skills while working with a fun team.  Volunteers must have some daytime availability (about 4-5 hrs. a month), reliable transportation, the ability to memorize a script, and the desire engage with children!

If this is you, we’d love to hear from you!

Training is provided! We will teach you how to use the puppets, help you memorize the script and make sure you are fully rehearsed before sending you out on shows! No previous puppeteering or performing experience needed.

Fill out the puppeteer volunteer form or for more information, email puppets@pacer.org

Here’s what PACER volunteer puppeteers are saying:

"I have loved doing the shows. It has been fun and helps keep me connected to the energy and thinking of youth."

"Being a puppeteer has been more rewarding than I expected. It's great to be a part of a program that has such an important message."

Clean and sanitize surgical instruments and other medical instruments in accordance with standardized protocols

Perform laundry and maintain cleanliness and organization of the laundry rooms

Fill saline flush syringes

Prepare oral syringes for client use

Clean and sanitize exam rooms between patient visits

Cut and fold surgical paper drapes for surgical packs

Sort and move donations for client use

Engage with clients and staff in a kind and empathetic manner

Raisers host puppies and dogs in their homes while they grow up and get trained. Hosting can be as short as one week, as long as two years, and anything in between!

It is your choice how long you agree to host a dog in your home for our program.

You choose dogs to bring into your home based on:

Can Do Canines provides the dog food and monthly preventatives, and covers the vet care costs!

Raisers should expect to:

We have amazing trainers to teach you how to raise and train the dogs. Raisers will learn positive reinforcement training techniques.

By helping as a Raiser for a future assistance dog, you are enhancing the quality of life for people with disabilities. These dogs will grow up to bring their people more freedom, independence, and peace of mind.

Plus, you get to snuggle with a life-changing dog!

Ready to learn more and apply? 

Visit our volunteer page.

Do you want to cuddle with a life-changing dog?

Sitters host dogs in their homes for 6 or less days at a time. Sitters help when the dogs' Raisers (also known as 'fosters') go on vacation.

You choose dogs to bring into your home based on:

Can Do Canines provides the dog food and monthly preventatives, and covers the vet care costs!

Sitters should expect to:

By helping as a Sitter for a future assistance dog, you are enhancing the quality of life for people with disabilities. These dogs will grow up to bring their people more freedom, independence, and peace of mind.

Visit our volunteer page.

At our 5 Minnesota locations, we keep families close to the care they need.

Volunteers are the Heart of the House - register for orientation here.

Each day, we provide breakfast, lunch, and dinner options for RMH families at all five of our locations. At RMH-Oak Street, meal server volunteers support this effort by serving meals to families. Our meal team cares for all meal planning and preparations, and volunteers serve the meal to families as they come through for lunch or dinner (no cooking skills required!). Volunteers may also be asked to assist with cleaning up after the meal and/or packaging leftovers into individual grab-and-go meals. A typical shift could involve:

Meal servers commit to one weekly or bi-weekly shift for lunch or dinner. We serve meals seven days a week, 365 days a year. Typical shifts are 11am-2pm for lunches and 4pm-7pm for dinners. We ask for a minimum commitment of one full semester or 50 hours.

Meal Servers are an essential part of the mission here at RMHC-Upper Midwest. They must feel comfortable working in kitchen and interacting with RMH families. This role is great for individuals with:

An overview of your position will be provided during your orientation and House tour. During the tour, you will get the chance to meet our Meal Team who will be supporting you throughout your shift. More detailed training and guidelines will be provided during your first shift. A criminal background check and health screening is required prior to starting this role. 

Reach out to the volunteer team at volunteer@rmhc-uppermidwest.org for more information or to get started. 

At our 5 Minnesota locations, we keep families close to the care they need.

Volunteers are the Heart of the House - register for orientation here

Room Refreshers are dedicated volunteers who ensure that we provide a comfortable and clean environment for new families. This amazing team of volunteers works hard to guarantee that our overnight rooms meet our high cleanliness standards and are prepped and stocked for families before they arrive. Key responsibilities for Room Refreshers:

Room Refreshers commit to a weekly or bi-weekly shift that is typically 2-3 hours long between 10am-7pm seven days a week. We ask that volunteers commit to a minimum of one full semester, or 50 hours. 

Our team of Room Refreshers enjoy making a room sparkle! Most work independently, or in teams of two with a buddy. These volunteers a vital to ensuring families arrive to a comfortable and clean room and have a knack for an attention to detail. This role is great for individuals with:

An overview of your position will be provided during your orientation and House tour. On the day of your first shift, you will meet some of the RMH staff members who will be providing you guidance throughout your time in the House. More detailed training and guidelines will be provided at the start of each shift. A criminal background check and health screening is required before starting this role. 

Reach out to the volunteer team at volunteer@rmhc-uppermidwest.org for more information or to get started. 

At our 5 Minnesota locations, we keep families close to the care they need.

Volunteers are the Heart of the House - register for orientation here.

Housewarmers are essential towards creating a warm home-like atmosphere for RMH families. They help maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming environment in our community spaces, pantries, and kitchens. Housewarmers care for the daily tasks that keep the House clean and functional, allowing families to focus on their child. Daily tasks may include the following:

Housewarming shifts are offered seven days a week between the hours of 10am-7pm. Volunteers select a 2-3 hour weekly or bi-weekly shift. We ask that volunteers commit to a minimum of one full semester, or 50 hours.

Housewarmers are on their feet and moving about the House during their shifts. They assist with a wide variety of tasks and take pride in making the House a home for families. This role is great for individuals with:

An overview of your position will be provided during your orientation and House tour. On the day of your first shift, you will meet some of the RMH staff members who will be providing you guidance throughout your time in the House. More detailed training and guidelines will be provided at the start of each shift. A criminal background check and health screening are required prior to starting this role.

Reach out to the volunteer team at volunteer@rmhc-uppermidwest.org for more information or to get started. 

At our 5 Minnesota locations, we keep families close to the care they need.

Volunteers are the Heart of the House - register for orientation here.

Partner with the house that love built to provide free haircuts to families staying at the Ronald McDonald House! We have families from across the globe that come, often unexpectedly, to the Twin Cities to receive treatment for their critically ill child(ren). With an extended stay while their child is in the hospital, a haircut for themselves or their other child(ren) is not always at the top of their priority list. As a volunteer, you will provide haircuts for RMH parents and children on a monthly basis or as your schedule allows.

*Must have Hairdresser Certification

This role is great for individuals with:

You will be given an orientation and House tour. On the day of your first shift, you will meet some of the RMH staff members who will be providing you guidance throughout your time in the House. More detailed training and guidelines will be provided at the start of each shift. A criminal background check and health screening are required prior to starting this role.

Reach out to the volunteer team at volunteer@rmhc-uppermidwest.org for more information or to get started. 

At our 5 Minnesota locations, we keep families close to the care they need.

Volunteers are the Heart of the House - register for orientation here

Driver volunteers at our Oak Street location are essential for our weekly supply transfers. Drivers use the RMH passenger van to transport meals and needed supplies from the Oak Street location to our three hospital sites, or to pick up donations. Key responsibilities for Drivers:

Drivers typically commit to a weekly or bi-weekly shift, but we are also in need of replacement drivers who can cover driver shifts as needed. Meal delivery trips take place on weekdays from 2pm-4pm. Donation trips will be scheduled on an as needed basis and time is flexible. We ask that volunteers commit to a minimum of one full semester, or 50 hours.

An overview of your position will be provided during your orientation and House tour. Directions and tips as to how to drive the van will be provided at the start of your first shift. More training and guidance will be provided prior to each shift as necessary. A criminal background check and health screening is required before starting this role.

Reach out to the volunteer team at volunteer@rmhc-uppermidwest.org for more information or to get started. 

Is the Driver role right for you?

Qualifications:

At our 5 Minnesota locations, we keep families close to the care they need.

Volunteers are the Heart of the House - register for orientation here

Building Services volunteers work closely with our maintenance staff on facility projects and upkeep tasks to keep the House safe, functional, and welcoming for our families. Key responsibilities for Building Services volunteers include:

Building Services volunteers commit to a weekly or bi-weekly shift that is typically 2-3 hours long between 10am-5pm seven days a week. We ask that volunteers commit to a minimum of one full semester, or 50 hours.

Building services volunteers are on their feet and moving about the House during their shifts. They feel comfortable working on assigned tasks independently, and take pride in making the House a home for families. This role is great for individuals with:

An overview of your position will be provided during your orientation and House tour. On the day of your first shift, you will meet some of the RMH staff members who will be providing you guidance throughout your time in the House. More detailed training and guidelines will be provided at the start of each shift. A criminal background check and health screening is required before starting this role. 

Reach out to the volunteer team at volunteer@rmhc-uppermidwest.org for more information or to get started.

We have a couple of residents who would like to attend our Alcoholics Anonymous meetings on Wednesday afternoons, but they need an escort.  This means pushing the residents in wheelchairs from their apartments to the community room.  The volunteer time is 2-4pm on Wednesdays.  You are welcome to join the meetings or visit other residents during the hour between escorting.

Please complete this application to get started: Contribute to Our Organization | Episcopal Homes 

Watch our video to learn more: We Got Lucky Video from Episcopal Homes resident

Our gardens are lovely this time of year and our Episcopal Homes residents need one-to-one visitors to take them to enjoy the flowers around campus.  We would love to match you to some interesting people!  This is primarily pushing folks in wheelchairs and enjoying the Minnesota summer weather.

Please complete this application to get started: Contribute to Our Organization | Episcopal Homes 

Watch our video to learn more: We Got Lucky Video from Episcopal Homes resident

Are you interested in helping provide for our PPL Programs & Participants?

Some of the items we are finding program participants and residents have a need for regularly include:

1)Disposable tableware items such as paper plates, plastic silverware, paper cups and napkins

2)Toilet paper

3)Diapers

4)Spray deodorant/scented deodorant

5)Nail kits (clippers/files)

6)Hair picks/wave brushes/soft bristle brushes/hair picks

7)Yearly Planners 

8)Bed Sheets (Full size/twin)

9)Brooms

10)Cleaning Products

If you’re interested in hosting a drive, dropping donations off, or have questions, please reach out to our Volunteer Program Manager, Latisha Moening.  Latisha.Moening@ppl-inc.org

Project for Pride in Living Mission: PPL is dedicated to empowering individuals and families with lower incomes to achieve self-reliance through a comprehensive approach that includes affordable housing, employment training, support services, and education.

Are you fluent in Vietnamese and enjoy connecting with older adults? Episcopal Homes is offering a meaningful volunteer opportunity to serve as a one-to-one companion or group leader for our residents whose first language is Vietnamese.  Share stories, read aloud, write letters, play games, and reminisce about life, family, careers, and hobbies - all while making a real difference in someone's day.  Flexible scheduling available: visit once a week or twice a month, based on what works best for you.  Join us in building joyful connections - apply today!

Our Independent Living facilities that include Vietnamese elders include Carty Heights at 412 Dunlap Street North, Kings Crossings at 500 Dale Street North, and our main campus at 1860 University Avenue West in St. Paul.  All locations are off of University Avenue and are accessible from public transportation with buses and light rail and include a free parking lot and off-street parking for a vehicle.

Please complete this application to get started: Contribute to Our Organization | Episcopal Homes 

Watch our video to learn more: We Got Lucky Video from Episcopal Homes resident

Do you have a friendly dog, cat, guinea pig, or rabbit that likes strangers and lots of petting?  Are you interested in sharing your special family member with elders 65+?  We would love to have you visit our Episcopal Homes residents in assisted living, memory care and long-term care (nursing homes).  

You can commit to a weekly or month visit or one-time event.  The best time frame for visits is between 9:30-11:30am or 1-4pm; we suggest for a one to two-hour visit.

If you are coming to volunteer more than once, we request that you complete a Minnesota Department of Human Services background check and fingerprinting.  This allows you to volunteer independently, visiting residents in their apartments and rooms.

If you prefer a one-time visit, we will schedule a time when our staff member can be present with you and your pet in one of our community rooms.  

We will also request a copy of your pet's rabies vaccination before your visit.

Please complete this application to get started: Contribute to Our Organization | Episcopal Homes 

Watch our video to learn more: We Got Lucky Video from Episcopal Homes resident

Are you fluent in Cambodian Khmer and enjoy spending time with older adults? Episcopal Homes is seeking compassionate volunteers to serve as group activity leaders or one-to-one companions for our residents whose first language is Khmer.  Share stories, read aloud, write letters, play games, and reminisce about life, family, careers, and hobbies-all while making a real difference in someone's day.  Flexible scheduling available: visit once a week or twice a month, based on what works best for you.  Join us in building joyful connections - apply today!

Our two Independent Living facilities that include Cambodian elders include Carty Heights at 412 Dunlap Street North and Kings Crossings at 500 Dale Street North in St. Paul.  Both are off of University Avenue and are accessible from public transportation with buses and light rail and include a free parking lot and off-street parking for a vehicle.

Please complete this application to get started: Contribute to Our Organization | Episcopal Homes 

Watch our video to learn more: We Got Lucky Video from Episcopal Homes resident

If you have a Level 2 or higher training in providing the Healing Touch Program or Healing Beyond Boarders, we would love to have your skills in serving our Episcopal Homes residents. You will be joining a great group of volunteers with the support of one of our chaplains. They meet once a month (the second Wednesday 1-3pm) and provide healing touch services to residents on a weekly basis. You can volunteer once a week, every other week, or once a month.

Please complete this application to get started: Contribute to Our Organization | Episcopal Homes 

Watch our video to learn more: We Got Lucky Video from Episcopal Homes resident

We are seeking volunteers to support enriching, empowering and getting creative with our kids!

Our summer camp will run in June, July & August. We need artistic, and focused individuals who are motivated to work with K - 5th graders, support and play games, tell stories, read and engage with students throughout the summer.

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

Our schedule is flexible! Let us know your availability.

We have two different sites and 3 shifts for Summer camp on any day(s) Monday - Friday

Summer Camp weeks:

- June 22 - 26
- June 29 - 2 (This is a Monday - Thursday camp with a Thursday field trip)
- July 6 - 10
- July 13 - 17
- July 20 - 24
- Aug 17 - 21

Schedules (we are flexible)
- 8:00am - 12:00pm
- 9:00am - 1:00pm
- 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Locations
- Risen Christ Catholic School 1120 E 37th St, Minneapolis, MN 55407
- Nokomis Heights 5300 10th ave S Minneapolis 5541

How you will support:

Engage with students, encourage Spanish communication and listening, support groups through summer camp activities, art projects, lead storytelling, reading, and games, ensure everyone understands instructions by translating or re-explaining.
Support staff with ensuring a safe and welcoming space, support during walking students to park and different sites, prepping snacks, cutting and preparing planned art activities, grabbing and putting away materials.
Chaperoning during Friday Field trips (if possible), watching students for safety, collaborating with team on field trip plans, and having fun!
Let us know how you'd like to support and grow!

Expectations of All BLC Volunteers:

- Experience in working with youth
- At least a conversational level of Spanish is a plus
- Regular, consistent and punctual attendance
- Takes initiative, and can make quick decisions.
- Empower students by modeling leadership, respect, open mindedness and a positive attitude.

Contact us
info@blcenter.org

Bilingual Learning Center (BLC) is a Spanish and English organization with the mission of fostering a learning environment that honors and celebrates the diversity of every child, through self expression, creativity, language and cultural exploration. Bilingual Learning Center (BLC) is a Spanish and English organization with the mission of fostering a learning environment that honors and celebrates the diversity of every child, through self expression, creativity, language and cultural exploration.

Help keep our food shelf running smoothly by stocking shelves, organizing inventory, and maintaining a clean, organized space to ensure food is properly stored. Volunteering usually takes just 1–2 hours. There’s no long-term commitment unless you’d like to be more involved—whether it’s just once or every now and then, it’s completely up to you. Any help is truly appreciated!

Sign up directly here: NCA Volunteer Link
or
https://www.nca-mn.org/get-involved-volunteer

The Pet Therapy Volunteer serves as an additional support to patients, families and caregivers by making friendly visits with his/ her certified therapy animal. Visits may occur in the patient’s home or in a professional care setting (subject to the rules of the facility). Both the Volunteer and the certified therapy animal provide comfort, companionship and a welcome distraction from the illness.

The majority of animals serving in this capacity will be a dog. The dog must be certified/ registered by an American Kennel Club (AKC) recognized therapy dog organization (http://www.akc.org/events/title-recognition-program/therapy/organizations/). Other certified/ registered therapy animals will be accepted on a case-by-case basis. All required vaccinations must be up to date and copies of the vaccinations/ medical evaluation must be maintained in the Volunteer’s Personnel File; required vaccines include Rabies and Distemper. A copy of the current certification/ registration, in addition to the liability insurance coverage, must also be maintained.

Contact our Volunteer Coordinator at jean.murray@gentivahs.com or call our office at 612-361-0022 with any questions or to apply.

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Gentiva Hospice is seeking compassionate individuals to provide friendly visits to our hospice patients in their homes or assisted living facilities. You can look through photo albums, join the facility activity or sit and chat.  These volunteers provide companionship and support both the patient and their families.  

Requirements:
-at least 18 years old
-completion of comprehensive volunteer training and orientation
-submission of a background check and drug screening
-submission of a TB test

If you have any questions or need additional information, please visit our website www.gentivahs.com or email our volunteer coordinator at jean.murray@gentivahs.com or call 612-361-0022.

Gentiva Hospice invites you to share your musical talent by playing a string instrument, the piano or singing to support the healing of our patients by playing music to create a calming environment for our patients around the Twin Cities area.

Volunteers must be able to perform a repertoire of music which may include classical, New Age, or self-composed music if it fits the calming tone for patient/families. We ask that you utilize instrumental music with soft singing/vocals.

Massage Therapist Volunteers are assigned to support a hospice patient and their family around the Twin Cities Area by providing gentle massage and help enhance the hospice services provided through our Edina office.

Helping to care for our patients and families is a critical role played by our volunteers. These positions are some of the most challenging and rewarding volunteer opportunities at Gentiva Hospice. Volunteers provide services to patients currently being served by Gentiva Hospice either in-home or in a facility.

Responsibilities may include:

Because of the direct patient and family interaction, all of these positions require volunteers to go through specialized Patient Care Training. This process teaches you about hospice and terminal illness and helps to prepare volunteers to interact with and support our patients and families.

Additional Requirements & Responsibilities:

If you have any questions or need additional information, please visit our website www.gentivahs.com or email our volunteer coordinator at jean.murray@gentivahs.com or call 612-361-0022.

Since 2008, Food for His Children (FFHC) has provided Christ-centered community development and humanitarian services to families and communities in rural Karatu, Tanzania, targeting those with income below $1 per day.  Our vision is to eradicate extreme poverty so that children and families have food to eat, medical care, education, and the ability to work towards their dreams.

Work with the executive director to make more connections to build support for the mission and programs. Assist with outreach efforts and connecting with local organizations, funders, companies, and other group by making calls and/or sending emails, and could also include representing Food for His Children at events, schools, and other small gatherings if you're open to that. This role will also help the executive director get in front of more people to gain support and tell the story of the efforts in Tanzania.

Flexible hours, work from home

Toiletries, first aid supplies, warm winter gear, and feminine hygiene products are always in need at food shelfs. Assembling small kits of these items are a great team building activity for businesses, organizations, and schools. These opportunities include:

Several organizations exist to assist with these teambuilding activities. Simply google 'building kits for charities' to find the type of event right for you. Location for the teambuilding events are varied and up to the business/organization.

Small Group Volunteer Opportunity: Food Shelf Friday
Location: PRISM, 1220 Zane Avenue North, Golden Valley, MN, 55422
When: Fridays during the summer; select Fridays throughout the school year                                           Shift Available: 10:30 am – 12:30 pm | Supervisedby:Logistics Staff and Volunteer Manager
Groups of up to 6 volunteers maximum

About PRISM

PRISM (People Responding In Social Ministry) is a nonprofit social service agency providing food, housing assistance, clothing, case management, and children’s programs to individuals and families in need.

Our mission is to connect people in our community to the resources they need to build healthy, stable lives.

Core Values: Collaboration • Innovation • Dignity • Accountability

PRISM is best known for our Marketplace Food Shelf, which serves 120–150+ families daily—no appointment or zip code restrictions required. This work is powered by community generosity and volunteers.

About Food Shelf Friday

Food Shelf Friday is a structured, high-impact volunteer opportunity designed for small groups seeking a meaningful way to support community food access. This shift directly supports PRISM’s Marketplace Food Shelf operations during a key service window.

During the school year, this role is fulfilled by student groups. When school is not in session, including summer and designated no-school days, this opportunity is available to corporate teams, professional groups, and community partners.

Key Responsibilities

Food Shelf Friday volunteers support essential closing and reset tasks to ensure the Food Shelf remains clean, organized, and ready for the following week.

Responsibilities may include:

Interested in this small group volunteer opportunity? Contact Liam Boris at volunteer@prismmpls.org to get started!

Volunteer Opportunity: Summer Produce Distribution Groups
Location: PRISM, 1220 Zane Avenue North, Golden Valley, MN, 55422
When: Select Tuesdays, June through October | Shifts Available: 12:30 – 4:30 pm                     Supervised by: Logistics Staff and Volunteer Manager

About PRISM
PRISM is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide social services and connections that empower individuals and families in our communities to build healthy, stable lives. We are guided by our values of collaboration, innovation, dignity, and accountability.

Position Overview
PRISM’s Summer Produce Distribution provides fresh, healthy produce to over 200 families every Tuesday afternoon during the summer months. The event is held in an indoor farmer's market-like environment, where community members come to receive fresh fruits and vegetables. The distribution is open to anyone in the community, with no zip code/residence or income requirements.

We are seeking enthusiastic volunteers to support our efforts and help us continue to make this event a success. Volunteer groups of 15-20 people are needed for each distribution day. We can also accommodate 2-3 smaller groups in lieu of one large group. Volunteers will assist in all aspects of the event, from set-up to breakdown, and help create a welcoming atmosphere for participants.

2026 Summer Produce Distribution Dates:

Schedule for Volunteer Shifts:

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Physical Requirements:

Volunteer Benefits:

Who Should Volunteer?
This opportunity is ideal for businesses, faith groups, or other community organizations that want to give back. If you’re passionate about helping others, enjoy working outdoors, and are comfortable with physical activity, we encourage you to volunteer!

How to Volunteer:
To express interest, please contact Liam Boris, Volunteer Manager, at volunteer@prismmpls.org.  We look forward to having you join our efforts to make a difference in the lives of families in the Minneapolis-St. Paul community!

Volunteer Job Description: Shop for Change Volunteer

Front End Shifts:

Back End Shifts:

About PRISM

PRISM (People Responding In Social Ministry) is a nonprofit social service agency providing food, clothing, housing assistance, case management, and children’s programs to individuals and families in need.

Mission: To provide social services and connections that empower people in our community to build healthy, stable lives.
Core Values: Collaboration • Innovation • Dignity • Accountability

PRISM’s Shop for Change Thrift Store is a unique social enterprise. Every purchase supports PRISM’s programs, raising critical funds that go directly back into our work providing food, housing, and resources for local families.

Position Summary: Shop for Change Volunteer

Shop for Change Volunteers play a key role in creating a welcoming, organized, and successful thrift store environment. Volunteers can serve in front-end roles (customer service and sales) or back-end roles (sorting, processing, and preparing items for sale).

This position is perfect for volunteers who enjoy interacting with the community, working on a team, and supporting PRISM’s mission through hands-on retail operations.

Key Responsibilities

Front End (Customer-Facing):

Back End (Processing & Merchandising):

Training & Supervision

How to Apply

Ready to join our Shop for Change team? Contact us today!

Liam Boris, Volunteer Manager – PRISM

PRISM Volunteer Opportunity | Position Title: Front Desk Volunteer Team
Location: PRISM – 1220 Zane Avenue North, Golden Valley, MN 55422
Time Commitment: Flexible shifts available in 2-hour blocks

About PRISM

PRISM is a nonprofit organization providing basic needs and wraparound services in the areas of food, clothing, housing, case management, and children’s programs. Our mission is to provide social services and connections that empower people in our community to build healthy, stable lives.

We live by our values:
Collaboration. Innovation. Dignity. Accountability.

PRISM’s Marketplace Food Shelf is our most well-known program, feeding over 120 families daily with no appointment or residency requirement. Our Case Managers are available onsite to connect individuals to resources, and our social enterprise, Shop for Change, supports all our programs through its profits.

Position Summary: Front Desk Volunteer

The Front Desk Volunteer is often the first point of contact for participants and visitors. This role is critical in helping create a welcoming, dignified, and professional environment at PRISM. Volunteers in this position provide essential support to ensure the smooth operation of our services.

Key Responsibilities

Required Qualities

Training & Supervision

Benefits of Volunteering

How to Apply

Interested in joining our Front Desk Volunteer team?
Please contact:
Liam Boris
Volunteer Manager, PRISM

PRISM Volunteer Opportunity | Position Title: Food Shelf Volunteer
Location: PRISM – Golden Valley, MN

About PRISM

PRISM (People Responding In Social Ministry) is a nonprofit social service agency providing food, clothing, housing assistance, case management, and children’s programs to individuals and families in need. Our mission is to provide social services and connections that empower people in our community to build healthy, stable lives.

Core Values: Collaboration • Innovation • Dignity • Accountability

We are most known for our Marketplace Food Shelf, which serves 120–150+ families every day—no appointment or zip code restrictions required. We are fueled by the generosity of our community and the dedication of volunteers who make our mission possible.

Position Summary: Food Shelf Volunteer

Food Shelf Volunteers are essential to PRISM’s mission of ensuring dignified food access for all. Volunteers support the flow of food from our warehouse to our shelves, helping create a clean, accessible, and welcoming environment for participants. This role involves sorting donations, stocking shelves, assembling produce, and supporting overall warehouse operations.

Key Responsibilities

Where Our Food Comes From

PRISM’s food is sourced from:

Desired Qualities

Training & Supervision

Benefits of Volunteering

How to Apply

Ready to get started? Contact us today!
Liam Boris, Volunteer Manager, PRISM

Volunteer Job Description: Food Rescue Driver

About PRISM

PRISM (People Responding In Social Ministry) is a nonprofit social service agency providing food, clothing, housing assistance, case management, and children’s programs to individuals and families in need.

Mission: To provide social services and connections that empower people in our community to build healthy, stable lives.
Core Values: Collaboration • Innovation • Dignity • Accountability

PRISM is best known for our Marketplace Food Shelf, which serves 120–150+ families each day—no appointment or zip code restrictions required. Our work is powered by community generosity and the dedication of volunteers who make our mission possible.

Position Summary: Food Rescue Driver

Food Rescue Drivers are essential to PRISM’s mission by ensuring rescued food from community partners reaches our Marketplace Food Shelf. Drivers always work in pairs, using PRISM’s van to pick up rescued food donations from assigned grocery stores and vendors. This role keeps our shelves stocked with fresh, high-quality items that provide dignity and choice for participants.

Key Responsibilities

Partner Stores (assignments vary)

Desired Qualities

Training & Supervision

How to Apply

Ready to get started? Contact us today!

Liam Boris, Volunteer Manager – PRISM

Looking to gain meaningful experience in the nonprofit sector? Small Sums is seeking interns (if connected with a course for credit) or volunteers for a flexible, tailored opportunity designed to fit your interests and career goals.

Interns/volunteers may work across a variety of areas, including:

- Direct Services

- Social Services

- Outreach

- Development

- Marketing

Whether you are a student, recent graduate, or someone looking to explore nonprofit work, this is an excellent opportunity to build real-world skills while making a difference in your community. From June through August, with the opportunity to extend. 

To learn more, please contact our Program Manager of Community Partnerships at sallye@smallsums.org

The Keystone Community Food Center needs your support and is actively seeking volunteers for our Food Shelf Market.

Market Volunteer Shift

Wednesdays
10:30 am - 1:30 pm

Participant-facing role

Pre-stock food

Guide participants through the shopping process and item limits

Help participants get bags and boxes to their cars

Prepare market for next service

How do I apply?

Please fill out a volunteer application on our website!

Application Link: Keystone Community Services Volunteer Application Form - Keystone Community Services (volgistics.com)

 Questions: sfleetham@keystoneservices.org or - 651-797-7725

Help provide cleaning products or other house care products to the residents in PPL housing. 

If you’re interested in hosting a drive or have questions, please reach out to our Volunteer Program Manager, Latisha Moening.  Latisha.Moening@ppl-inc.org

Our needs include:

Project for Pride in Living Mission: PPL is dedicated to empowering individuals and families with lower incomes to achieve self-reliance  through a comprehensive approach that includes affordable housing, employment training, support services, and education. 

Looking to volunteer with youth and families? 

Connect with youth in your community! PPL is looking for an energetic volunteer with an interest in working with diverse communities to support youth programs at PPL. This volunteer opportunity is great for someone who enjoys working with youth and encouraging exploration!

Location: Collaborative Village Initiative (CVI) - 2020 Elliot Ave S, Minneapolis

Days and times: Weekly; tentatively planning for Thursdays beginning May 21st. (Will update this soon) Hours are usually 5:30-7:30pm

About our Programs:
PPL Youth Enrichment Series are programs available to youth living in PPL housing communities.  Enrichment Series run for 3-6 weeks at a time throughout the year, however we ask that volunteers commit to a longer timeframe, if possible, able to allow for consistency and relationship building with the community and youth.

Each Enrichment Series will target different age groups (5-18 years old) and center around topics based on
youth interest such as art, science, music, cooking, social justice, community service, etc. Activities will happen at the housing location and at off-site site locations. 

This particular series is 6 weeks May 21st- end of June- Ages 5-16 years old.

Theme: Teamwork & relationship building

What you will be doing: 
Support youth participating in PPL youth programs by providing a positive, supportive, and engaging environment for youth to learn, grow, and explore. Engage youth in a variety of activities prepared by PPL staff or program partners.  Celebrate accomplishments and successes; redirect youth as needed.
Build relationships with youth and facilitate connections across youth. Assist staff in creating a safe,
productive, and supportive environment for all youth.

Qualities we hope to see in a volunteer:
Enthusiasm to learn alongside young people.
Patience, understanding, and flexibility to adapt to each youth’s needs for the day.
Interest in working across age groups and interest areas.
Ability to work independently and maintain consistent weekly attendance.
Commitment to empowering others by sharing your skills and knowledge.
Passion for working with youth from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Comfortable interacting with parents/guardians to support youth success.

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a volunteer to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.  While performing the duties of this volunteer opportunity, the volunteer is regularly required to sit, bend, and communicate. The volunteer must also occasionally lift and/or move up to 10-25 pounds. 

Work Environment/Accommodations:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a volunteer will encounter while performing the essential functions of this volunteer opportunity. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Questions?
Please contact Latisha Moening, Volunteer Program Manager. Latisha.Moening@ppl-inc.org

Project for Pride in Living, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Organization. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the organization will
provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities
and encourages both prospective and current volunteers to discuss potential
accommodations with the organization.

Step Up Volunteers are needed! These individuals would assist with Orientation/Onboarding/Professional Development Days throughout the year. (Mostly March-August on the dates & shifts they choose)

What is the Step-Up Program?  PPL's Step-Up Foundations Program connects young people ages 14-21 to paid internship and career readiness experiences every summer. Our in-person events help to ensure young people are completing the necessary requirements for landing a summer internship experience. Foundations' interns are matched to non-profit, government and community-based organizations; the wages young people earn are paid by the City of Minneapolis. PPL assists Foundations with intern matching support, employer engagement and continuous training and professional development opportunities.

Volunteer Responsibilities May Include:

Volunteer Qualifications:

Physical Requirements:

Training:

Bring your group together to make a lasting impact in Minneapolis parks! Groups ranging in size from 5– volunteers can take part in one-time service projects that support the health and beauty of our gardens and natural areas.

   Ideal For: 

If you're interested in this opportunity, please fill out this form

Use your skills and provide expertise to a small nonprofit. Cleaning Up For Cancer provides two house cleanings at no charge to cancer patients of any age currently undergoing treatment in the Twin Cities Seven County Metropolitan Area.  Assist in updating and expanding the current website and set up a Tiktok account.

Use your skills and provide expertise to a small nonprofit. Cleaning Up For Cancer provides two house cleanings at no charge to cancer patients of any age currently undergoing treatment in the Twin Cities Seven County Metropolitan Area. Edit 5 existing videos to be posted on website and social media.

When a disaster strikes, the immediate response is critical, but recovery is where lives are rebuilt.
The American Red Cross is seeking compassionate, dependable volunteers to join our Recovery Casework Team (Client Care Program Service Associates).
In this role, you will work directly with individuals and families impacted by disasters, helping them navigate the next steps in their recovery journey.

What You’ll Do:
• Conduct intake interviews and open cases in our RC Care system
• Provide financial assistance to qualified clients
• Offer recovery planning and follow-up support
• Connect clients to community and internal resources
• Advocate and problem-solve to help meet immediate needs

You’ll play a key role in ensuring no one faces recovery alone.

What We’re Looking For:

We’re seeking individuals who are:
• Kind, adaptable, and people-focused
• Comfortable working with diverse populations
• Tech-friendly (Microsoft Office and online systems)
• Able to work in a fast-changing environment
• Willing to volunteer in person and/or virtually during disaster operations

Additional requirements:
• Age 18+
• Willing to complete 9 hours of virtual training
• Ability to commit to shifts (4, 8, or 12 hours) during responses
• Valid driver’s license for deployment roles

If you’re ready to turn compassion into action, we’d love to have you on our team.

CLICK HERE to learn more and apply.

We are looking for individuals, groups and organizations to fund & build specialized packs of select hygiene items to easily share with struggling neighbors. These items will be provided to school social workers, nurses, food shelves and more to distribute with dignity to the students, individuals and families they serve.

Specifically, we need the following:

Host a Drive or Buy in bulk!

You choose the items you'd like to focus on, set a goal to build a certain number of packs, purchase enough products, and then start packing!

We appreciate your support to help our community members who are struggling to access these items.

With each new bed, My Very Own Bed delivers a Dream Kit (new twin-sized sheets, blanket, pillow, mattress pad, and stuffed animal) to each child. We rely on volunteers to host Dream Kit Donation Drives in their workplaces, neighborhoods, places of worship, or school communities in order to meet this important need. 

All items are brand new, and we rely on volunteers to donate almost all of these items. Many groups enjoy hosting events or competitions to encourage donations. Donations can be collected online or in person using large MVOB boxes that we can provide your group.

You can also purchase items from our wish lists:

Amazon Wishlist 

Walmart Registry for Good

Macy’s Registry

Target Registry

 For more information about this or other volunteer opportunities, contact:info@myveryownbed.org

At MVOB, we choose blankets for children ages 2-17 based on their individual requests.

Fleece blankets are a great way to make sure a child’s bedding matches their interests. This opportunity is also great for individuals and groups. 

Please find our instructions for blanket making attached to this email. Blankets should be at least 60 x 90 inches. Please check our fleece blanket instructions for more information. 

Once completed, blankets can be scheduled for drop off using the following calendar: Donation Drop Off Calendar

We welcome individuals, families, work teams, youth groups, and others to help us deliver beds and dream-kits to kids in our community. 

Deliveries are Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 9:00 am - 12:30pm.

What our volunteers do: First, you'll help My Very Own Bed staff assemble Dream Kits (sheets, blanket, pillow, book, & stuffed animal) to go with each bed. Then you'll follow our delivery van in your own vehicle, and help deliver beds to 4-6 families' homes around the Twin Cities. At each home, we'll carry mattresses, frames and Dream Kits from the truck to the home. This is a wonderful opportunity for families with kids- we have the kids assemble the Dream Kits and then they're put in charge in carrying the Dream Kits into the families' homes. Families' are given the option of having us set up the beds. This is a great way for volunteers to interact with parents and children! 

Accessibility: Volunteers who cannot/don't want to lift 50+ pounds are invited to carry Dream Kits rather than mattresses/bedframes. Volunteers must have their own vehicle to participate in deliveries, but you will not need to put any beds or supplies in your car. We prioritize the safety of the families that we serve and require a face mask when we go into families' homes.

 You can schedule a volunteer date here!

Please contact info@myveryownbed.org if you have any other questions.

Volunteers needed for the 191 Community Pantry fresh produce distribution. Help with set up, packing and the distribution.  Below is the schedule of events for a Tuesday fresh produce distribution. Please note that this opportunity does take place outside.

 1:00   Pack Fresh Produce Bags and Boxes

 2:00  Distribution to public

 3:00   Clean up

Volunteers needed for the 191 Community Pantry grocery bag distribution. Help with set up, packing and the distribution.  Below is the schedule of events for a Tuesday.

12:00  Set Up

 1:00   Pack Grocery Bags

 2:00  Distribution to public

Join Planting People Growing Justice Leadership Institute (PPGJLI) in supporting our monthly Leaders Are Readers program!

We are looking for passionate ASL (American Sign Language) Volunteers to help create inclusive, accessible, and engaging literacy experiences for children, families, and community members. Volunteers will support communication access, assist during reading activities, and help ensure Deaf and hard-of-hearing participants feel welcomed and included.  

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Why Volunteer?

Interested in volunteering? Contact us at: info@ppgj.org

Our check-in volunteers are among the first faces clients and their pets see upon arrival on the day of surgery, and we are looking for a few good folks!

Are you an animal lover who is great with all types of people, organized, outgoing, and possibly looking for a bit of exercise? This might be a perfect opportunity for you!

We are looking for four (4) special people to help weekly on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, or Friday to help get our clients and their pets checked in for surgery! Client check-in starts at 8:00 a.m. each day (arrival time of 7:45am) and shifts are generally a 2-2.5 hour commitment ending around 10:00 a.m. This shift is located at our headquarters in Minneapolis. This is a 4 to 6 month minimum commitment.

The basic outline of the position includes, but is not necessarily limited to, the following:

Learn more about MN SNAP here. 

Looking for a meaningful team-building opportunity? Schedule a volunteer day at WEE Farm. Volunteers Needed From hands-on projects to seasonal upkeep, your team will play a direct role in supporting a working farm that serves the community through education and connection. It’s a rewarding way to step outside the office, work together, and make a visible impact.

Department: Outreach / Campaigns
Focus Areas: Recovery Support, Health Equity, Reentry, Community Wellness
Commitment: 3–5+ hours per week (flexible based on role)
Start Date: Ongoing
Location: Twin Cities Metro / Virtual Options Available

Join the End Slavery MN Health & Recovery Committee and help support individuals and communities impacted by incarceration, addiction, trauma, and systemic barriers to care. Volunteers will help connect people to resources, support community outreach efforts, and advocate for healing-centered approaches that promote recovery, dignity, and long-term wellness.

Support outreach efforts related to recovery, health, and reentry services

Help connect community members to local resources and support systems

Assist with organizing wellness-focused events, workshops, and discussions

Build relationships with recovery organizations, healthcare providers, and community partners

Help distribute educational materials and resource information

Attend committee meetings and collaborate on outreach strategies

Support event setup, sign-ins, and logistics when needed

Passion for recovery, healing, and community wellness

Strong communication and listening skills

Compassionate and nonjudgmental approach

Organized and dependable

Experience in recovery, healthcare, peer support, advocacy, or social services is helpful but not required

Bilingual skills are a plus

By joining the Health & Recovery Committee, you will help create pathways to healing, hope, and support for individuals and families impacted by incarceration, addiction, and systemic injustice throughout Minnesota.

Department: Outreach / Campaigns
Focus Areas: Faith Engagement, Community Outreach, Education, Advocacy
Commitment: 3–5+ hours per week (flexible based on role)
Start Date: Ongoing
Location: Twin Cities Metro / Virtual Options Available

Join the End Slavery MN Faith Committee and help engage faith communities in the movement to end modern-day slavery, mass incarceration, and exploitation. Volunteers will help build relationships with churches, mosques, temples, and other faith-based organizations while creating opportunities for education, advocacy, and community action.

By joining the Faith Committee, you will help create meaningful partnerships that inspire communities to take action against slavery and injustice while building hope, healing, and advocacy throughout Minnesota.

Second Harvest Heartland is committed to expanding partnerships and increasing access to protein for clients. We operate a temperature controlled-clean room to repack high-need protein donations. We are one of only four food banks in the nation to undergo the rigorous USDA certification process to be able to intake this important donation stream. 

To ensure food-safety standards, the temperature of the clean room will be kept at a cool 42°. Shifts may include sorting and boxing packaged frozen protein or repackaging ready-to-eat bulk protein into smaller family-friendly portions. Ready-to-eat protein consists of frozen meat items that do not require additional cooking prior to consumption like deli meats and items that require reheating for palatability like chicken nuggets. 

Learn More & Sign Up on our website: volunteer.2harvest.org

At our Brooklyn Park Volunteer Center, volunteers assist with sorting, labeling, weighing and packing various food items to meet immediate needs and help feed our hungry neighbors. The projects vary from day to day and volunteers regularly work with fresh produce, dry goods, bread, and other food donations. This volunteer position requires volunteers to be able to twist and bend down, stand for the duration of their shift, and lift up to 5 pounds. Some positions require the ability to lift 40 pounds. We do have a limited number of seated positions available; please let us know if you need accommodations.

Learn More & Sign Up on our website: volunteer.2harvest.org