Opportunities From: HandsOn Twin Cities

YouthLink is currently accepting applications for the Young Professionals Board.

Are you a young professional looking to make a difference in our community? Are you passionate about preventing and ending youth homelessness in the Twin Cities? Are you looking to gain nonprofit board experience and expand your network? Then YouthLink's Young Professionals Board (YPB) may be for you!

Purpose of the Young Professionals Board:
The YPB's mission is to create avenues for young professionals to more deeply engage with YouthLink through volunteerism, fundraising, networking, and community engagement. YPB members advocate and increase awareness for the issues faced by young people experiencing homelessness among their peers. The YPB typically hosts one or two fundraisers per year with an annual fundraising goal of $5,000.

Who makes up the Young Professionals Board?
YPB members come from a wide variety of industries and job functions, including (but not limited to) health care, technology, social services, and law. Members must be 21 years old. Joining the YPB will give you insight and experience into what it is like to be on a nonprofit board. Applicants should show a commitment to diversity, equity, justice, and inclusion. YouthLink's YPB strives to have a diverse membership when it comes to cultural background, race, ethnicity, gender expression, sexuality, ability, socioeconomic status, and life experiences. 

Commitment & Terms:
The YPB meets monthly. Members should plan on attending 9 out of 11 scheduled meetings each year. The current board has been meeting on last Thursday evening of the month from 5 PM- 6PM. Meetings alternate between in-person at YouthLink and virtual. Members are expected to volunteer time outside of the monthly meetings as well; for example, to fulfill work related to fundraisers or special projects. Members are appointed to a two-year term. Each member may have their term extended for one additional year. 

About YouthLink:
YouthLink works with youth, ages 16-24, who are experiencing homelessness. We are located in downtown Minneapolis and serve youth across the Twin Cities. YouthLink has more than 45 years of experience connecting young people with a community of resources and support. Whether it’s basic needs, like a shower or a hot meal, assistance with employment or educational goals, accessing mental and physical health resources, or finding supportive housing, we can help young people at all stages of their journey.

You can apply via our Google form application here. *Applications will be considered on a rolling basis.*

Questions? Please reach out to Carley Noyce, Development Manager, at noyce@youthlinkmn.org. 

Skilled Volunteer Service Needed: Brick Patio Repair

One of our PPL properties in Minneapolis is in need of a brick patio repair to help restore a safe, welcoming outdoor space for our residents. We’re seeking an individual or community organization with experience in leveling and laying brick, as well as the physical ability to lift, bend, and kneel as needed for this type of project.  The patio is 12x10 feet and not the entire area needs to be repaired, only a portion of it. 

In addition to skilled volunteer support, we are also hoping to partner with a group or organization that may be willing to donate or help offset the cost of necessary materials.

If you or your organization have the expertise—and possibly the resources—to help revitalize this space for the community it serves, we would love to connect.

Please reach out if you have questions.

Share the holiday spirit with older adults on fixed incomes. Host a donation drive with your friends or family or purchase gifts on your own.

Gifts for Seniors strives to alleviate the loss of connection to community and the devastating spiral into loneliness that negatively impacts health and wellbeing. The holiday season is a time to bring a light to those who need it most.

Learn about the most needed and requested gifts here.

Purchase gifts from our online registries at:

TARGET

AMAZON

BEST BUY

Are you a professional or semi-professional photographer, looking for ways to share your time and skills to better the lives of people in your community? Do you love capturing that perfect moment at events? Do you love dogs?

Look no further! We would love to add you to our roster of Photography Volunteers that we reach out to when big and small events are coming up to see if you are available and interested in helping out.

Please plan to use your own camera equipment for this role. We will give you a shot list before each event. It would be excellent if you can provide the images to us within the week following the event.

As an organization that serves deaf and hard-of-hearing clients, we frequently have meetings and events where we need the assistance of people certified in ASL.

If this is a skill you possess, we would love to be able to reach out to you to see if you are available and interested in interpreting one-on-one for client meetings, Check In Tables at events, and for volunteers who are deaf and want to help at our events and projects.

If you are certified in ASL and want to volunteer to use this skill, we would love your help!

Visit our volunteer page.

Ready to learn more and apply? 

Visit our volunteer page.

Twin Cities Pride's free gender affirming clothing closet is in need of some supplies. We have a lot of requests for underwear and since we don't accept used underwear, we often run out of our supply quickly. Please consider donating new underwear- boxers, boxer briefs, briefs (both masculine and feminine) of all sizes. 

Help make the holiday season special for seniors! You are invited to join volunteers in fulfilling holiday senior wishes at Gifts for Seniors warehouse in Minneapolis - FREE parking.

Volunteers select gifts from our gift inventory based on the senior's request. Complete the gift with a handwritten card and bow. Fun opportunity to volunteer with family, friends, or work group!

Leaders of Today and Tomorrow (LOTT) is currently recruiting new committee members who are passionate about empowering women leaders for terms starting now on the Governance Committee. The Governance Committee is responsible for board and committee member recruitment, policy updates, board/committee member development, managing mid-year/year-end/exit surveys.

LOTT’s mission is to ignite women to lead with confidence. We do this through a six-month fellowship that includes workshops, a mentor pairing, personal development plans, and a community-based project. All aspects of the fellowship are free to participants.

LOTT is an active, working board that works alongside committee members to power a volunteer-run organization. As a committee member, you will give your time, expertise, and passion to help drive our organization and leadership fellow program forward. LOTT’s fellowship program is designed to develop and challenge emerging professional women, helping them build leadership skills that will impact their careers and communities.

Committee meetings take place approximately once per month on a day that members agree upon. There are times the LOTT community comes together in person throughout the year though. The average time commitment is about 5-10 hours per month for committee members. Committee members commit to a one-year renewable term. Applications consist of an online application and resume upload. You can apply online and learn more about the process here: https://www.wearelott.org/join-the-board

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures that we welcome individuals from all backgrounds and perspectives, fostering a supportive and empowering environment for all. By joining LOTT, you will have the opportunity to gain valuable leadership experience, expand your network, and contribute to meaningful community work.

Do you enjoy spending time with older adults? Episcopal Homes is seeking compassionate volunteers to serve as one-to-one companions for our residents. As a volunteer, you can read aloud, write letters, play games, share stories, and build meaningful connections through conversation and shared experiences. Reminisce about your lives, families, careers, travels and hobbies and come make a difference in someone's day. You can visit once a week or twice a month on a schedule that works best for you.

Please complete this application to get started: https://episcopalhomes.org/foundation/volunteer

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

Here are some regularly scheduled activities you can consider or promote to your friends and family. Do you know a student who needs volunteer time for school credit? These are some fun ways to provide some community service:

o   Tour guide from Iris Park Commons lobby to other parts of the campus during our Gardens Welcome Center closure

o   Pretty Nail Manicures at The Gardens or ECH: You can choose the time for 1-2 hours a week to bring some special one-to-one time to residents who like a new nail color or some light nail filing.

o   Exercise Escort: Mondays through Saturday 9:30am-11:30am, you can pick which day of the week works best for you

o   Escort a Gardens resident to Terrace Grille every other Thursday 4:30-5pm

o   Escort a Gardens resident to IPC activities Mondays 10:30am Crossword Puzzles, Mondays 3pm Jeopardy, Tuesdays 10am Coffee with Chaplain, Fridays 2pm Bingo

o   Reading the Newspaper aloud to residents: mornings between 9-11am (you can pick the day of the week and one hour time frame)

o   Reading the Newspaper aloud to residents at Iris Park Commons on Tuesdays 3:30-4:15pm

o   Skip Bo card game co-leader: Wednesdays 2-4pm

o   Skip Bo card game leader: Saturday afternoons and you can pick the time

o   Phase 10 card game leader: you can pick the day of the week and two-hour time frame that works best for you

o   Book Club co-leader: Wednesdays 3-5pm

o   Monthly Birthday party on Fridays 12:30-3pm, decorating, gathering residents, serving case and ice cream, music entertainment included

o   One-to-one visits with male residents, you can choose the weekly or bi-monthly days and times

o   One-to-one visits with residents who need help with range of motion stretches in the mornings 10:30-11:30am

o   Pet Visitors: Do you have a sweet dog, cat, or rabbit that doesn't mind the ride or lots of petting? If they are current with their rabies vaccine, we would love a visit with residents once a week or once a month or something in between

o   Shopping assistant as needed: meet resident at the bank, cell phone store and help them with their shopping or customer service errand

o   Low-vision residents group meeting escort: 1st Monday of the month 2:30-4:30pm

o   Resident Directory Creator/Editor: interview residents at our independent living buildings, write their bio, take their photos and create/update the directories

o   Financial Health Presenter: Create a presentation about budgeting, stretching your dollars and present it to our independent living residents

o   Water indoor plants and help with accessible gardening projects

o   Bi or Multi-lingual volunteer to connect with residents with cultural backgrounds from Cambodia, Vietnam, China; lead activities or do one-to-one visits or reminiscing projects

Bring your group together to make a lasting impact in our parks! Groups ranging in size from 5–50 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

Help Support Walk Teams & Participants for Minnesota's Largest Suicide Prevention Event! 

We're looking for Participant Outreach & Recruitment Volunteers to help grow and support Walk teams for the Twin Cities Out of the Darkness Walk.

This role is perfect for someone who enjoys connecting with people, sharing information, and motivating others to participate. 

What You'll Do:

What You'll Gain:

Time Commitment: 2-4 hours/week with flexible, hybrid meetings.

Apply today and help grow this impactful community event.

Support Suicide Prevention: Help Secure Sponsors for the Out of the Darkness Walk

AFSP Minnesota is seeking Sponsorship Outreach Volunteers to help connect with local businesses for the Twin Cities Out of the Darkness Walk - Minnesota's largest suicide prevention event.

You'll help identify potential sponsors, reach out to community partners, and support efforts to secure in-kind donations like refreshments, supplies, and resources for Walk Day.

No fundraising experience needed - we'll train you! 

What You'll Do:

Why This Role Matters:

Local sponsorships help us keep the Walk free, accessible, and meaningful for 2,000+ Minnesotans.

Time Commitment: Flexible, 2-4 hours/week. Hybrid meetings.

Apply today to help bring hope to local Minnesota communities.

Volunteer on the Planning Team for Minnesota's Largest Suicide Prevention Walk!

Help bring hope to thousands of Minnesotans by joining the volunteer planning committee for the Twin Cities Out of the Darkness Walk, hosted by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention - Minnesota Chapter.

This event brings together 2,000+ people each year to remember loved ones, support survivors, and raise awareness for suicide prevention.

We're looking for community-minded volunteers who want to make a difference while contributing 2-4 hours per week. No experience needed - we provide all training. 

Volunteer Roles (Choose What Fits You!):

What You'll Gain:

If you're ready to help create hope and healing in the Twin Cities, we'd love to have you! 

Apply here and our Walk Chair will reach out!

Joseph's Coat is a free store serving those in need within an environment of dignity and respect. We are seeking volunteers to join our team.

Shopping Day volunteer positions are on site at Joseph's Coat. Joseph's Coat is a free store that provides goods to those in need. We are open to shoppers on Mondays and Wednesdays. Shopping Day volunteer duties can include: 
1. Assisting on the store floor in various sections
2. Helping at the door to check in, and give shopping bags to shoppers
3. Assisting at the Hygiene Counter
4. Sorting donations in the back
5. Assist with answering the phones and making appointments as needed
6. Other duties as needed

We look forward to meeting you!

Joseph's Coat is a free store serving those in need within an environment of dignity and respect. We are seeking volunteers to join our team.

Our Donation Day volunteer positions are on site at Joseph's Coat. On Tuesdays and Thursdays we accept donations for clothing, housewares and hygiene items. Donation Day volunteer duties include:
1. Sorting items to our standard to place in the store
2. Helping to check donors in and assist them with donations
3. Helping to move donation items to keep the walkways clear
4. Checking the store to make sure that items are to our standards
5. Assisting with answering the phones and making appointments as needed
6. Other duties as needed

We look forward to meeting you!!

Joseph's Coat is a free store serving those in need within an environment of dignity and respect.   

We are seeking help to schedule appointments, over the phone, for both shoppers and donors. We answer calls Monday-Thursday, from 9am-3pm. We are looking for a 2-3 volunteers to work one morning or afternoon each week for a 3-4 hour shift. Join our team and help make a positive impact in our community. Training is provided.

Requirements:  
-Ability to answer up to 50 calls per day

-Ability to use computer scheduling software

-Ability to communicate with people of various background

Use your mixing board skills to support 4 Hybrid membership meetings per year in our Mendota Heights headquarters. One meeting is 4 hours all others are 2 hours. The Swedish Genealogical Society of Minnesota is 400 members strong reaching from Switzerland and Norway to California.  A great chance to use your technical experience and skills for a good cause.  No genealogy knowledge required but we would love to help you find your ancestors.

Position description upon request.

Minnesota Chapter of the Association of Black Social Workers for our annual Kwanzaa celebration, a meaningful gathering that honors the rich cultural heritage of African Americans while promoting unity, purpose, and tradition. This year's event celebrates the spirit of Umoja (Unity), focusing on cultural awareness and the importance of community empowerment. In partnership with C2I and Rebound, this celebration is a unique opportunity to connect with others, reflect on the principles of Kwanzaa, and uplift the values that sustain our communities. The event will feature traditional Kwanzaa rituals, inspiring speakers, live performances, cultural exhibitions, and delicious food. Guests will also enjoy family-friendly activities that highlight the Seven Principles of Kwanzaa, fostering a deeper understanding of African heritage and the power of collective action.

We have several volunteer opportunities available for this event!

-Provide decorations and decorate the party room for the event using red, black, and green decor. 

-Provide, prepare, and serve a meal for 50 people. *Meal preference 

-Provide a craft activity focusing on Kwanzaa. 

Please reach out with any questions!

Join YouthLink’s team and help keep our food shelf running smoothly! In this role, you’ll take in weekly orders, stock items, organize shelves, and maintain a tidy, welcoming space for youth. The food shelf is a high-traffic, well-used, and well-loved resource at YouthLink, and this independent role makes a big impact on our daily operations.

Volunteers are needed Thursdays around 10:30 a.m., but the schedule is flexible. This position includes some moderate lifting of boxes

Help 5th and 6th grade students explore STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) careers at SparkPath’s annual STEMLink event!

As a Team Leader, you will work in pairs to guide a group of students for the day. You will escort them to the breakout sessions taught by Anoka Technical College faculty and other STEM professionals. Then stay in the breakout sessions to assist presenters and students with the hands-on activities. You are guaranteed to learn something new!

To volunteer, please visit https://bit.ly/2Cmcdtc and fill in an application!

Anoka Technical College: 1355 US-10, Anoka, MN 55303

Gifts for Seniors accepts in-kind donations by appointment or via mail only (no unscheduled drop-ins). Schedule your appointment today by emailing info@giftsforseniors.org! 

We need your help to provide winter scarves to older adults! With these simple tutorials, you can make no-sew scarves at home and donate them to those in need.

YouTube Tutorial

Step by Step Tutorial

This opportunity is available throughout the year! Visit us online at www.giftsforseniors.org - Thank you!

Help 5th and 6th grade students explore STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) careers at SparkPath’s annual STEMLink event!

As a Team Leader, you will work in pairs to guide a group of students for the day. You will escort them to the breakout sessions taught by Hennepin Technical College faculty and other STEM professionals. Then stay in the breakout sessions to assist presenters and students with the hands-on activities. You are guaranteed to learn something new!

To volunteer, please visit https://bit.ly/2Cmcdtc and fill in an application!

Hennepin Technical College: 9000 Brooklyn Blvd, Brooklyn Park, MN 55443

At the Creativity Festival, 3rd-5th graders learn that the ability to think creatively and problem-solve is essential for all ages and in all areas of life. Students attend interactive sessions highlighting the ways creativity and problem-solving are applied in STEM, the arts, and across all careers. 

Volunteers are needed to help presenters and students in the hands-sessions, assist with lunch, guide students on campus, and ensure that students have a fun and exciting day! Volunteers can bring a student to participate for free.

To volunteer, please visit https://bit.ly/2Cmcdtc and fill in an application!

Event location: Ted Mann Concert Hall, 2128 S 4th St, Minneapolis, MN 55455

Minnesota Dignity Collaborative (MDC) is a grassroots nonprofit building community-driven solutions to housing instability and healthcare access. Our Pathway to Home Initiative needs volunteer case managers to help unhoused individuals find and keep housing. We are flexible with hours, and you can spend as much time (or as little) as you'd like towards our mission. 

Options for Women East is blessed with many donations of diapers, wipes and new clothing and essential items for mom and baby.  If you are organized and want to help sort, pick and keep things tidy, this is the volunteer role for you.  We are looking for volunteers to come and help in the donation room on a weekly basis.

You can fill out an application for Options for Women East at this link:  https://welcome.civicchamps.com/apply/options-for-women-east/14732

If you love chatting on the phone and the idea of connecting with a variety of older adults inspires you, join our Coffee Talk team!

Coffee Talk offers older adults the opportunity to call in and connect with a friendly volunteer for a caring conversation. There are no applications or requirements to participate. Older adults dial and connect just as they would if calling a friend.

Sign up for a weekly two or four-hour shift to offer words of encouragement, a listening ear, and great conversation. Calls will be routed directly to your phone and can be answered from wherever you and your phone happen to be. Great training and support are provided.

Time Commitment: One two or four-hour shift weekly for a minimum of six months.
Current hours of operation: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am-Noon. (Help mostly needed on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays)

Volunteers must be 18+, complete a background check and be available for one two or four-hour shift, one day a week (M-F). This is a virtual volunteer opportunity with training and staff support provided. For more information about helping older adults take active steps in improving their overall wellbeing, please contact Emma at elucchesi@friendsco.org or 612-746-0746.

The best way is sign up using this link! https://www.nca-mn.org/get-involved-volunteer

Help keep our food shelf running smoothly by receiving and unloading food deliveries, stocking shelves, organizing inventory, and ensuring the space remains clean and welcoming. This role is essential in making sure our community has consistent and dignified access to nutritious food.

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

We’re seeking donations of items such as:

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

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

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

Location: 2312 Snelling Ave., Minneapolis 55404

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

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

Often our patient's are experiencing food insecurity and waiting at the clinic to see a provider can be a challenge on the best of days.  Please consider creating a little shelf stable snack pack for our youngest patients!  

Nice items to include would be applesauce packets, cheese and crackers, goldfish, fruit strips, pirate booty, veggie straws, fruit snacks, etc...

For babies 3+ months old, consider a container or travel size puff snack!

This opportunity would need to be fulfilled at your home or business/church/group space then either dropped off at our clinic or a staff member could arrange to have items picked up.

Rethos Mission

Rethos inspires people to connect with their shared places and spaces through preservation, adaptation, and activation.

Rethos Vision

A world where every community thrives through meaningful connections to the places that bring them together. For more information, please visit Rethos’ website at www.Rethos.org.

Position

The Board will support the work of Rethos and provide mission-based leadership and strategic governance. While day-to-day operations are led by Rethos’ executive director (ED), the Board-ED relationship is a partnership, and the appropriate involvement of the Board is both critical and expected. Specific Board Member responsibilities include:

Leadership, governance and oversight

Fundraising

Rethos Board Members will consider Rethos a philanthropic priority and make annual gifts that reflect that priority. So that Rethos can credibly solicit contributions from foundations, organizations, and individuals, Rethos expects to have 100 percent of Board Members make an annual contribution that is commensurate with their capacity.

Board terms/participation

Rethos’ Board Members will serve a three-year term to be eligible for re-appointment for up to two additional terms. Board meetings will be held bi-monthly and committee meetings will be held in coordination with full board meetings.

Qualifications

Service on Rethos’ Board of Directors is without remuneration, except for administrative support, travel, and accommodation costs in relation to Board Members’ duties.

Help provide Chapstick/Vaseline or other lip care products, as well as hand sanitizer, to the people in PPL housing and other PPL programs. 

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 

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. PPL's mission is to build hope, assets, and self-reliance by providing transformative services

that help participants stabilize their economic situations and secure long-term success.

Provide free individualized financial guidance to low- and moderate-income community members with Prepare + Prosper. We are an economic justice nonprofit based in Minnesota that works to build financial health and provide access to free tax and financial services.  

Volunteers will schedule one-time phone or virtual consultations with Prepare + Prosper customers. Financial Planners who volunteer with us gain valuable experience working with diverse communities and receive training on the economic challenges P+P populations tend to face, in order to communicate with equity and respect in mind. 

Spanish speakers especially encouraged to volunteer! 

Skills Required:  

·      Be a Certified Financial Planner™ professional in good standing with the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards  

·      Ability to communicate with participants via phone and/or virtually  

·      Enjoy working within a racially and socio-economically diverse population   

·      Basic computer proficiency   

·      English proficiency required; additional language capacity appreciated 

The time commitment is approx. 2 hours per week between the end of January and the end of May, which comes to approx. 35 hours total. Consultations are 30-60 minutes.   

Apply here! https://www.volgistics.com/appform/283310136 

Questions? Email sarah@prepareandprosper.org 

JA BizTown brings learning to life! Prior to their visit, students dive into lessons on personal finance, career readiness, and entrepreneurship. At JA BizTown, they put that knowledge into practice - that's where you come in! Your support helps students build confidence, leadership skills, and real-world understanding that will stick with them for years to come. 

Things you need to know:

SIGN UP HERE: JA BizTown 01/07/2026

A BizTown brings learning to life! Prior to their visit, students dive into lessons on personal finance, career readiness, and entrepreneurship. At JA BizTown, they put that knowledge into practice - that's where you come in! Your support helps students build confidence, leadership skills, and real-world understanding that will stick with them for years to come. 

Things you need to know:

SIGN UP HERE: JA BizTown 01/12/2026

A BizTown brings learning to life! Prior to their visit, students dive into lessons on personal finance, career readiness, and entrepreneurship. At JA BizTown, they put that knowledge into practice - that's where you come in! Your support helps students build confidence, leadership skills, and real-world understanding that will stick with them for years to come. 

Things you need to know:

SIGN UP HERE: JA BizTown 01/26/2026

Serve on Gifts for Seniors Board of Directors! Learn more about our current Board of Directors and discover how you can support older adults during the holiday season and throughout the year. Thank you!

Gifts for Seniors accepts in-kind donations by appointment or via mail only (no unscheduled drop-ins). Schedule your appointment today by emailing info@giftsforseniors.org! 

We need your help to provide handmade blankets for isolated older adults. Please sort by season when shipping. 

Open our Tie Blanket Making Flyer to learn more!

This opportunity is available throughout the year! Visit us online at www.giftsforseniors.org - Thank you!

o you speak Mandarin Chinese and enjoy spending time with older adults? Episcopal Homes is seeking compassionate volunteers to serve as one-to-one companions for our residents whose first language is Mandarin. 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!

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

To get started, please complete this volunteer application at https://episcopalhomes.org/foundation/volunteer

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 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 two Independent Living facilities that include Cambodian elders include Carty Heights at 412 Dunlap Street North and Kings Crossings at 500 Dale Street North; 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.

To get started, please complete a volunteer application: https://episcopalhomes.org/foundation/volunteer/

Planting People Growing Justice Leadership Institute is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to planting seeds of social change through education, training, and community outreach.

We’re looking for a volunteer to assist with the design and installation of a community rain garden. This role involves helping plan plant selection, layout, and water flow to create an attractive and functional space that manages stormwater naturally. If you have experience in landscaping, native plants, or sustainable design, we’d love your support. Great opportunity for a group project.

Flexible schedule.

Are you fluent in Cambodian Khmer and enjoy spending time with older adults? Episcopal Homes is seeking compassionate volunteers to serve as 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; 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.

To get started, please complete a volunteer application: https://episcopalhomes.org/foundation/volunteer/

The kickoff to MN HOSA’s competitive season designed to help members test the waters, explore events, and start building confidence before the State Leadership Conference in March.
**Seeking event judges & volunteers**
Students compete in a variety of events from presentations to hands-on skills and you’ll be supplied with everything you need to know to prepare yourself prior to the conference.  You can learn more about the HOSA Competitive Events program here. We welcome professionals of all fields, not just healthcare, along with students in schools of allied health, nursing, or biological sciences to join us.

There are three separate opportunities to assist: Monday, January 5 in Eden Prairie, MN / Wednesday, January 7 in Anoka / Friday, January 9 in Rochester.
Contact: judgecoordinator@minnesotahosa.org with questions

Learn about volunteering with Gifts for Seniors.

Share your skills-based talents in technology, fundraising and resource development, event planning, marketing, communications, photo/video/written journalism, inventory management, data and statistics, monthly accounting, research projects, teamwork, or your great new idea!

This opportunity is available throughout the year! Thank you!

Learn about becoming a Gifts for Seniors partner.

Tech for Seniors - Using Tech to Help Alleviate Social Isolation and Loneliness in Older Adults

Learn more about volunteering with Tech for Seniors

Gifts for Seniors

2300 Kennedy Street NE, Suite 40
Minneapolis, MN 55413
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We are seeing an increased demand for books and invite you to gather your friends, family, and community and join us in promoting literacy and diversity in books by hosting a book drive.

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

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

Planting People Growing Justice Leadership Institute is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to planting seeds of social change through education, training, and community outreach.

POSITION DUTIES:

 QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

Flexible schedule.

Planting People Growing Justice Leadership Institute is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to planting seeds of social change through education, training, and community outreach.

POSITION DUTIES:

 QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

Flexible schedule, remote.

East Isles Neighborhood Safety Walk and cleanup meets the first Saturday of every month at Triangle Park (corner of 26th St. and Irving Ave. S.) from 3pm-4:30pm. We don orange t-shirts or hats (will provide) as a visible sign of community and caring for our safety and promoting a clean environment. We meet at Triangle Park, then head as a group to pick up trash and build community on Hennepin Ave., the greenway, Lake of the Isles, and/or neighborhood streets. Pickers and buckets are provided or bring your own!

These are residents in long term care.  Volunteer will work with staff to paint residents' nails, visit, and help them feel beautiful.  We have openings on a weekly basis however every other week or even once a month is an option. 

Volunteer Gift Shop Assistant

Duties

* Ring up purchases

*Assist & socialize with customers

*Price and display new merchandise

* No experience necessary; We will train you

This is a fun and rewarding volunteer position.  Plus, you will receive a merchandise discount of 25% on days you volunteer.  Residents, staff and visitors are very appreciative of the gift store and the volunteers.  All store proceeds benefit Johanna Shores Senior Living residents.  

We can work with your availability.

 Pet Visits

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

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

Role Summary
The volunteers for Harriet’s Haven for Pets will assist with a variety of tasks that keep Harriet’s Haven
organized and running smoothly. Volunteers will provide a positive environment for dogs and cats as
well as for the individuals and families living at Tubman’s shelter for victims/survivors of relationship
violence. The Shelter and Harriet’s Haven are located at Tubman East in Maplewood.

Impact & Benefits

Position Responsibilities

Position Qualifications

Time Commitment & Availability

Supervision & Training

Sponsor & build dressers for those in need with a terrific and fun team building activity!

1. Determine your build location:
- At Bridging (Bloomington or Roseville). A 10 dresser minimum is required.
- Offsite at a location of YOUR choice. A 50 dresser minimum is required for an offsite build. An additional $500 surcharge is applied to cover logistics, handling (shipping and pickup), and staffing.

2. Determine date and time:
- Dresser build projects are available year round
- Builds are typically 1pm-6pm on weekdays (occasional Saturday) and dependent on number of dresser sponsored (typically 2-3 hours)
-Other options may be available so contact us to find a fit!

3. Determine group size:
- Teams range in size from 10-300+ people
- Usually, one team of 2-4 people works at each 8ft table
-All necessary tools and instructions are provided

4. Determine the number of dressers to sponsor and build
- Once you determine the date, time and your group size, we can discuss the ideal number of dressers to sponsor to keep everyone busy (usually about 1+ dresser per participant) 
- Ready to assemble Ashley dresser kits are $155 each and in-stock at Bridging!

To learn more and get involved, please visit Group & Offsite Volunteer Opportunities

Roseville Warehouse: 1730 Terrace Drive, Roseville, MN 55113

Roseville Contact:

Joel Bisser, Community Engagement Coordinator 
Direct Phone: 651.403.6872
Email: joel.bisser@bridging.org

Sponsor & build dressers for those in need with a terrific and fun team building activity!

1. Determine your build location:
- At Bridging (Bloomington or Roseville). A 10 dresser minimum is required.
- Offsite at a location of YOUR choice. A 50 dresser minimum is required for an offsite build. An additional $500 surcharge is applied to cover logistics, handling (shipping and pickup), and staffing.

2. Determine date and time:
- Dresser build projects are available year round
- Builds are typically 1pm-6pm on weekdays (occasional Saturday) and dependent on number of dresser sponsored (typically 2-3 hours)
-Other options may be available so contact us to find a fit!

3. Determine group size:
- Teams range in size from 10-300+ people
- Usually, one team of 2-4 people works at each 8ft table
-All necessary tools and instructions are provided

4. Determine the number of dressers to sponsor and build
- Once you determine the date, time and your group size, we can discuss the ideal number of dressers to sponsor to keep everyone busy (usually about 1+ dresser per participant) 
- Ready to assemble Ashley dresser kits are $155 each and in-stock at Bridging!

To learn more and get involved, please visit Group & Offsite Volunteer Opportunities

Additional information can be found at bridging.org.

Bloomington Warehouse: 201 West 87th St. Bloomington, MN 55420 

Bloomington Contact:

Ilon Preston, Community Engagement Coordinator

ilon.preston@bridging.org

952.460.1037

Organize a Group Volunteer Event at Bridging!

Looking for a great volunteer project for your group of friends or coworkers? Volunteering as a group in a Bridging warehouse will make a huge difference to families pursuing housing stability. 

Group size: 5-25 volunteers

Shifts: 2-3 hours in length

Weekdays: Most weekdays any time after 1pm. (1-4pm, 2-5pm or 4-6pm) 

We require all volunteers to be 14 years of age or older in our warehouses.

TYPICAL PROJECTS INCLUDE: Sorting through donated goods, loading and unloading trucks, general warehouse organization, rolling linens, and/or stocking shelves for client shopping. Specific projects will be determined on the day you arrive based on the inventory, our needs that day, and the final size of your group.

WHEN CAN I BOOK A GROUP PROJECT? Book year-round. Pick a date, time and location (Bloomington or Roseville) for your event. All groups must be scheduled in advance.

Bridging, a nonprofit organization serving the greater Twin Cities, is the largest furniture bank in North America. Through the effective reuse of donated items, Bridging improves lives by providing quality furniture and household goods to those pursuing housing stability. 

Driven by volunteers and donations of furniture and household goods from the community, Bridging has furnished over 120,000 homes since 1987.

Additional information can be found at bridging.org.

Roseville Warehouse: 1730 Terrace Drive, Roseville, MN 55113

Roseville Contact:

Joel Bisser, Community Engagement Coordinator 
Direct Phone: 651.403.6872
Email: joel.bisser@bridging.org

Organize a Group Volunteer Event at Bridging!

Looking for a great volunteer project for your group of friends or coworkers? Volunteering as a group in a Bridging warehouse will make a huge difference to families pursuing housing stability. 

Group size: 5-25 volunteers

Shifts: 2-3 hours in length

Weekdays: Most weekdays any time after 1pm. (1-4pm, 2-5pm or 4-6pm) 

We require all volunteers to be 14 years of age or older in our warehouses.

TYPICAL PROJECTS INCLUDE: Sorting through donated goods, loading and unloading trucks, general warehouse organization, rolling linens, and/or stocking shelves for client shopping. Specific projects will be determined on the day you arrive based on the inventory, our needs that day, and the final size of your group.

WHEN CAN I BOOK A GROUP PROJECT? Book year-round. Pick a date, time and location (Bloomington or Roseville) for your event. All groups must be scheduled in advance.

Bridging, a nonprofit organization serving the greater Twin Cities, is the largest furniture bank in North America. Through the effective reuse of donated items, Bridging improves lives by providing quality furniture and household goods to those pursuing housing stability. Driven by volunteers and donations of furniture and household goods from the community, Bridging has furnished over 120,000 homes since 1987.

Additional information can be found at bridging.org.

Bloomington Warehouse: 201 West 87th St. Bloomington, MN 55420 

Bloomington Contact: 

Ilon Preston, Community Engagement Coordinator

ilon.preston@bridging.org

952.460.1037

Bridging, a nonprofit organization serving the greater Twin Cities, is the largest furniture bank in North America. Through the effective reuse of donated items, Bridging improves lives by providing quality furniture and household goods to those pursuing housing stability. 

Driven by volunteers and donations of furniture and household goods from the community, Bridging has furnished over 110,000 homes since 1987.

NOW more than ever, we need your help to serve the mission as we empower people to THRIVE in their homes.

We need help with our warehouse inventory!

Meet donors/donations at the dock door, taking in household goods and furniture. Load trucks for our delivery team. Unload trucks as they return from residential and corporate pickups. Help us restock the shelves after shopping has been completed. Be prepared for a workout, get your steps in, and lift stuff (both light and heavy)!

Shifts are in 3 hour increments available Monday through Thursday from 9:00am to Noon, 12:00pm to 3:00pm and 3:00pm to 6:00pm and Friday through Saturday from 9:00am to Noon and 12:00pm to 3:00pm.

We are especially in need of volunteers for the 3-6pm weekday and 9am-3pm Saturday shifts.

We ask that you first come in for a tour of our warehouse so that you can get a scope of what we do. Tours last 20 to 30 minutes.

Volunteers must be 14 years of age or older. 

To learn more and get involved, please visit bridging.org

Roseville Location: 1730 Terrace Drive, Roseville, MN 55113

Wendy Erickson, Volunteer Coordinator

direct phone: 651-319-9295  

email: wendy.erickson@bridging.org

For information on group volunteering, contact

Joel Bisser, Community Engagement Coordinator 

direct phone: 651-403-6872

email: joel.bisser@bridging.org

Bridging, a nonprofit organization serving the greater Twin Cities, is the largest furniture bank in North America. Through the effective reuse of donated items, Bridging improves lives by providing quality furniture and household goods to those pursuing housing stability. 

Driven by volunteers and donations of furniture and household goods from the community, Bridging has furnished over 120,000 homes since 1987.

NOW more than ever, we need your help to serve the mission as we empower people to THRIVE in their homes.

Join our new Plymouth volunteer team! Warehouse Assistance volunteers wanted. Great for someone looking to stay active!

Days available: Tuesday – Saturday

Shifts available:

What will I be doing?

Submit an interest form TODAY to get started!

We ask that you first come in for a tour of our warehouse so that you can get a scope of what we do. Tours last 20 to 30 minutes.

Volunteers must be 14 years of age or older. 

Erin Colburn

952.460.3750

erin.colburn@bridging.org

Bridging, a nonprofit organization serving the greater Twin Cities, is the largest furniture bank in North America. Through the effective reuse of donated items, Bridging improves lives by providing quality furniture and household goods to those pursuing housing stability. 

Driven by volunteers and donations of furniture and household goods from the community, Bridging has furnished over 120,000 homes since 1987.

NOW more than ever, we need your help to serve the mission as we empower people to THRIVE in their homes.

We need help with our warehouse inventory!

Meet donors/donations at the dock door, taking in household goods and furniture. Load trucks for our delivery team. Unload trucks as they return from residential and corporate pickups. Help us restock the shelves after shopping has been completed. Be prepared for a workout, get your steps in, and lift stuff (both light and heavy)!

Shifts are in 3 hour increments available Monday through Thursday from 9:00am to Noon, 12:00pm to 3:00pm and 3:00pm to 6:00pm and Friday through Saturday from 9:00am to Noon and 12:00pm to 3:00pm.

We are especially in need of volunteers for the 3-6pm weekday and 9am-3pm Saturday shifts.

We ask that you first come in for a tour of our warehouse so that you can get a scope of what we do. Tours last 20 to 30 minutes.

Volunteers must be 14 years of age or older. 

To learn more and get involved, please visit bridging.org

Bloomington Location: 201 W. 87th Street, Bloomington, MN 55420

Erin Colburn, Volunteer Coordinator 

direct phone: 952-460-3750

email: erin.colburn@bridging.org

For information on group volunteering, contact

Ilon Preston, Community Engagement Coordinator 

952.460.1037

ilon.preston@bridging.org

NOW more than ever, we need your help to serve the mission as we empower people to THRIVE in their homes.

OFFSITE OPPORTUNITY!!! Help Bridging Stock the Shelves! Imagine how you could cook a meal without basic kitchen utensils or sleep without a pillow or blanket?

Thousands of local families and individuals face this situation every day.

By hosting an Essentials Drive at your workplace, faith-based organization, or in your community, you can help provide essential items to households in need while raising awareness. Bridging serves an average of 120 households each week.

Location: Off-site at your work, school, faith-based organization, and in your community.

Organize a drive today! Help us stock the shelves so we can serve over 300 people (120 households) every week. Essential Drives allow us to fill the gaps in donations and make sure families have what they need to fully function in their new home.

Types of Essentials Drives:

Blankets: All sizes (twin, full, queen, and king) wanted. We need blankets for over 300 people each week!

Towels: All sizes and types wanted. Our goal is to provide one bath towel per person. That's over 13,000 towels each year!

Kitchen Packs: Include a can opener, mixing spoon, spatula, utility scissors, pizza cutter, and a container to hold items. We need over 120 packs per week to give each home a pack.

Cleaning Kits: Include dish scrubber, rubber gloves, sponges, hard surface scrub brush, dust cloths, and a container to hold items (bucket or shoebox size bin). (No cleansers/chemicals please). We need over 120 packs per week to give each home a kit.

Bridging, a nonprofit organization serving the greater Twin Cities, is the largest furniture bank in North America. Through the effective reuse of donated items, Bridging improves lives by providing quality furniture and household goods to those pursuing housing stability. 

Driven by volunteers and donations of furniture and household goods from the community, Bridging has furnished over 120,000 homes since 1987.

NOW more than ever, we need your help to serve the mission as we empower people to THRIVE in their homes.

To learn more and get involved, please visit bridging.org.

Roseville Location 1730 Terrace Dr. Roseville, MN 55113

Joel Bisser, Community Engagement Coordinator, Roseville
651-403-6872
joel.bissser@bridging.org

NOW more than ever, we need your help to serve the mission as we empower people to THRIVE in their homes.

OFFSITE OPPORTUNITY!!! Help Bridging Stock the Shelves! Imagine how you could cook a meal without basic kitchen utensils or sleep without a pillow or blanket?

Thousands of local families and individuals face this situation every day.

By hosting an Essentials Drive at your workplace, faith-based organization, or in your community, you can help provide essential items to households in need while raising awareness. Bridging serves an average of 120 households each week.

Location: Off-site at your work, school, faith-based organization, and in your community.

Organize a drive today! Help us stock the shelves so we can serve over 300 people (120 households) every week. Essential Drives allow us to fill the gaps in donations and make sure families have what they need to fully function in their new home.

Types of Essentials Drives:

Blankets: All sizes (twin, full, queen, and king) wanted. We need blankets for over 300 people each week!

Towels: All sizes and types wanted. Our goal is to provide one bath towel per person. That's over 13,000 towels each year!

Kitchen Packs: Include a can opener, mixing spoon, spatula, utility scissors, pizza cutter, and a container to hold items. We need over 120 packs per week to give each home a pack.

Cleaning Kits: Include dish scrubber, rubber gloves, sponges, hard surface scrub brush, dust cloths, and a container to hold items (bucket or shoebox size bin). (No cleansers/chemicals please). We need over 120 packs per week to give each home a kit.

Bridging, a nonprofit organization serving the greater Twin Cities, is the largest furniture bank in North America. Through the effective reuse of donated items, Bridging improves lives by providing quality furniture and household goods to those pursuing housing stability. 

Driven by volunteers and donations of furniture and household goods from the community, Bridging has furnished over 120,000 homes since 1987.

NOW more than ever, we need your help to serve the mission as we empower people to THRIVE in their homes.

To learn more and get involved, please visit bridging.org.

Bloomington Location: 201 W. 87th St. Bloomington, MN 55420

Ilon Preston, Community Engagement Coordinator

ilon.preston@bridging.org

952.460.1037

Love bringing people together and making magic happen? We’re looking for an Events Team Lead to help us dream up, plan, and pull off unforgettable Joy Collaborative events!

You’re a great fit if you:

Are meticulously organized but never afraid to think outside the box
Love a good checklist and a good laugh
Are adept at basic technology (word, sheets) and thrive on teamwork and bringing good people together
Believe joy is best when it’s shared

What you’ll do:
Lead the charge on event planning and logistics
Bring your event planning experience to our team
Infuse creativity and fun into every event

If you’ve got heart, hustle, and a knack for pulling off something spectacular — we’d love to have you on the team bringing JOY to those who need it most.

Tamarisk, a non profit volunteer organization, attends to the non medical needs of people and their families faced with the end stages of a life-threatening illness. Tamarisk volunteers provide regularly scheduled breaks for caregivers within the family.For approximately 2-4 hours a week Tamarisk volunteers assure the safety and well being of the patient while the family caregiver is occupied or away.  During home visits, Tamarisk volunteers play cards or games, share a movie together, read a book, listen and provide a presence to their companion.  They might prepare a light meal, run errands or bring their companion to a medical appointment.  The companions day to day needs form the agenda of the visit.  

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

We're looking for bundles containing the following items:

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

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

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

Description

Powered by Open Cupboard, Today’s Harvest depends on the dedication of volunteers like you to serve families in need. This role is perfect if you’re looking for a hands-on, active, and fun way to give back to your community!

Today’s Harvest offers a fresh approach to food access. By rescuing food that might otherwise go to waste, we provide neighbors with a changing selection of fresh produce, bread, meat, and other staples. Each visit gives households a 1–2 day supply of nutritious food, helping families stretch their budgets. Shopper's are welcome to visit everyday.

Open six days a week, Today’s Harvest is a bustling market that simply wouldn’t run without the support of our amazing volunteers. From stocking shelves to greeting guests, there’s always meaningful work to do—and every shift makes a real difference.

Market Shopping Assistant

Market Restocking

Requirements

Schedule

Location
Today's Harvest Maplewood - 1740 Van Dyke St , Maplewood MN 55109
Today's Harvest Oakdale - 8264 4th St N, Oakdale, MN 55128

To get started, complete our volunteer application form, or contact us at volunteer@opencupboard.org or (651) 300-0662. You can also visit our website at www.todaysharvestmn.org for more information.

++ Collecting through February 2026 ++

Community Paramedics welcome Sock Kits to have on hand in ambulances. In a ziploc bag place 2 grey/black tall tube socks. You decide how many you will donate/bundle based on your team budget.

These are used as prevention and education moments. When frostbite causes skin damage and loss of the capillary system, individuals may have to be admitted to our Level 1 Burn Center where their wounds can be treated. Community paramedics try to prevent the number of cases by engaging individuals where they are at and distributing these kits to unhoused individuals or those in need.

While we prefer deliveries, you can request a team member pick up from your office during normal business hours.

Join the board of an active engaging genealogy organization.  Partner with the President and other board members to drive the strength and growth of the Swedish Genealogical Society of Minnesota including operational and and financial governance.  SGSM offers a wide range of experiences to it's 400 members-member feedback is high. Commitment is to a 2 year term if nominated and elected. There are about 12-14 board meetings a year (typically during the work day) and 4 Saturday morning programs that we host for our members. Also ad hoc committees as needed.

Looking for strengths in finance, accounting, or driving engagement. Nonprofit board experience and an interest in genealogy are a plus. 

Every week the Interfaith Outreach and Community Partner's (IOCP) Food Shelf serves 200+ households - a small portion of which are home bound or lack reliable transportation and have a hard time accessing food. Home delivery drivers help meet this need by picking up prepacked orders from IOCP and dropping them off to recipient's doorstep. Note, many deliveries will require entry into an apartment complex or building to deliver to the recipient's door.

Key Responsibilities: 

Volunteers who serve in this role must complete a driving and background record check.

Weekly Shift Schedule: 

Tuesday 4:30 - 5:45 p.m.

IOCP delivers integrated services that address the basic needs for food, shelter, and clothing, while also providing strengthening services that connect households to affordable housing, quality childcare, employment, and more.

Interfaith Outreach's annual effort to raise awareness and funds to prevent eviction and housing instability has prevented eviction or homelessness more than 36,000 times since it began three decades ago.

Learn more about all the different ways and days for you to show your support in 2025 at iocp.org/thesleepout

Host your own Sleep Out (or Sleep In) online: iocp.org/donations/sleepout/mysleepout

Find ideas for Group Activities for your Sleep Out (or Sleep In): iocp.org/homlessness-awarness-activities

Every week the Interfaith Outreach and Community Partners (IOCP) Food Shelf serves 200+ households and November and December are two of our busiest months. Help keep our shelves stocked by hosting a Fall or Winter Food Drive.

Gather a group of family, friends, neighbors, or colleagues to volunteer on your own time. See our list of most needed items: iocp.org/most-needed-items

Drop collected items off at the IOCP Donation Door Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

If you have a large donation (e.g. a truckload or multiple car loads) please fill out our Large Donation Form online at least two business days BEFORE DROP-OFF to ensure the best possible experience. Our staff will respond to help answer questions and confirm details before you bring in your items.

IOCP delivers integrated services that address the basic needs for food, shelter, and clothing, while also providing strengthening services that connect households to affordable housing, quality childcare, employment, and more.

Help keep the Interfaith Outreach and Community Partners (IOCP) Food Shelf stocked with items that are often requested but are difficult or expensive for us to purchase. Pack kits that our volunteers will put directly on our shelves for shoppers. Once packed completed kits can be dropped off at the IOCP donation door during regular hours. Each type of kit includes specific items, please contact our Community Engagement Team for details (getinvolved@iocp.org).

Type of Kits Available - visit iocp.org/kits for specific details on what is included in each kit

*IOCP is unable to purchase or provide materials for a service project. Please purchase or source items on your own.

Interfaith Outreach & Community Partners (IOCP) delivers integrated services that address the basic needs for food, shelter, and clothing, while also providing strengthening services that connect households to affordable housing, quality childcare, employment and more.

Support our food shelf by serving as a Shopper Assistants to help program participants while they are shopping in the food shelf and help staff when needed during the shift. This could involve greeting shoppers, gathering items for shoppers, bagging items, restocking shelves, and answering questions. This role requires following all safety guidelines required by Interfaith Outreach, be able to stand/move/bend on cement for length of shift, be able to lift 20lbs, be over 18, and be able to respectfully work with diverse populations.

Weekly Shift Schedule:

Monday: 12:45 - 3 p.m. & 2:45 - 6:15 p.m.

Wednesday: 8:30 - 11:45 a.m. & 11:45 a.m. - 2:15 p.m.

Thursday: 2:45 - 5 p.m. & 4:45 - 7:15 p.m.

Friday: 8:30 - 11:00 a.m. & 10:45 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.

Sign up and learn more about this and other volunteer opportunities at iocp.volunteerhub.com.

Interfaith Outreach & Community Partners (IOCP) delivers integrated services that address the basic needs for food, shelter, and clothing, while also providing strengthening services that connect households to affordable housing, quality childcare, employment, and more.

Support our food shelf by helping to sort through incoming donations and stocking the shelves in preparation for guests to shop. This could involve checking expiration dates, stocking shelves, repacking items, packing orders for home delivery, and helping staff when needed. This role requires following all safety guidelines required by Interfaith Outreach, be able to lift 20lbs, be able to stand/move/bend on cement for length of shift, be over 16, and be able to respectfully work with diverse populations.

Weekly Shift Schedule:

Monday: 8:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. & 2:30 - 5:30 p.m.

Tuesday: 8:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Wednesday: 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Thursday: 8:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Sign up and learn more about this and other volunteer opportunities at iocp.volunteerhub.com

Interfaith Outreach & Community Partners (IOCP) delivers integrated services that address the basic needs for food, shelter, and clothing, while also providing strengthening services that connect households to affordable housing, quality childcare, employment, and more.

Brrrr, it's getting cold outside!  

Interested in hosting a group gear drive? 

The Native American Community Clinic needs hats, scarves, gloves, snowpants, boots and coats - all ages and genders to provide to patients and our unsheltered relatives.  Also able to accept blankets, sweatshirts and sweaters.

Our street outreach team will distribute items to folks living outside while our nursing and patient advocate teams will provide items to folks visiting our medical clinic.  We serve a diverse population living in the Ventura Village and Phillips neighborhoods of South Minneapolis.

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, feel free to visit our website www.gentivahs.com or email our volunteer coordinator at jean.murray@gentivas.com or call 612-361-0022.

Gentiva Hospice-Edina is seeking compassionate individuals to provide friendly visits to our hospice patients in their homes or long-term healthcare facilities. 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, feel free to visit our website www.gentivahs.com or email our volunteer coordinator at jean.murray@gentivahs.com or call 952-314-9738.

Gentiva Hospice - St. Paul invites you to share your musical talent by playing a string instrument to support the healing of our patients by playing music to create a calming environment.

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 without singing/vocals.

Gentiva Hospice - Edina invites you to share your musical talent by playing a string instrument to support the healing of our patients by playing music to create a calming environment.

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 without 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 St. Paul 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 prepare volunteers to interact with and support our patients and families.

Additional Requirements & Responsibilities:

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

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, feel free to visit our website www.gentivahs.com or email our volunteer coordinator at jean.murray@gentivahs.com or call 612-361-0022.

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

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

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

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

Play Guide volunteers rotate through a few different assignments throughout the museum during their shift. These assignments include activities like:  

Facilitating fun high energy areas like the Laser maze, Forces and Scramble, greeting visitors, and helping children take turns and play safely.   

Assisting in the Art Studio. Greet visitors and introduce the daily activity, help maintain supplies and workspaces, engage visitors in their artwork using museum learning guidelines, and assist facilitators in running special pop-up programs.  

Assist with prep work for the galleries and The Studio.  This could include cutting materials such as paper, fabric, cardboard or yarn down to specific sizes, sorting materials, prepping clay, etc.  

Play Guide Volunteers choose their shifts online for them to attend on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday shifts. Each day typically has a morning shift, 10am-1pm and an afternoon shift, 1-4pm. Volunteers also have the opportunity to stack shifts on the same day if they wish to complete more hours for a course requirement in a shorter period or simply wish to extend their shifts. If Play Guide volunteers come as a pair, group of friends, or family, they can be stationed together- providing that there is no need for them to be elsewhere and they are productive together and not distracted. 

If you are interested in volunteering with us, please complete an adult application here: mcm.org/volunteer

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 brand-new Joy Mobile, 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 kid-centered projects (seriously, these stories will give you goosebumps)
• Help with blogs, press releases, and emails that spread the JOY 

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 kids thrive, we’d love to meet you!

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

NDC is looking for an intern or volunteer to assist in data entry, sorting and creating reports using mainly Excel. The tasks include:

As the Front Desk Receptionist Volunteer, you will be the first point of contact for visitors, clients, and community members. You will play a key role in creating a welcoming and professional environment at our community center while supporting the smooth daily operation of front office activities.

Key Responsibilities:

·        Greet all visitors warmly and direct them appropriately

·        Answer and route phone calls in a courteous and professional manner

·        Respond to general inquiries in person, by phone, or email

·        Assist with check-ins for appointments, classes, or events

·        Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the front desk area

·        Maintain the cleanliness and order of the coffee and tea area in the lobby

·        Provide administrative support such as filing, copying, and data entry

·        Notify staff of guest arrivals and scheduled meetings

·        Uphold confidentiality and a respectful, inclusive atmosphere at all times

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

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

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

Help set up, serve guests and clean up after food distribution. 

You must enjoy working with people and smiling a lot in this role.  

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Becoming a board member with PPSM means you have a commitment to our mission, vision, and values We are for your active engagement in serving as ambassadors of the organization through fundraising, building partnerships and awareness efforts. Participation in strategic, organizational planning and trainings as well as monthly board meetings (virtual).

Board members need to have the ability to read and understand financial statements and annual budget information. Be prepare for, attend and participate in monthly board meetings and can actively commit 6 - 10 hours per month to the organization; hours increase with executive team involvement.

Apply here: Board application

The Tech for Seniors initiative is dedicated to getting tablets into the hands of isolated older adults who wouldn’t otherwise be able to afford one themselves. During the pandemic older adults who were already experiencing isolation suddenly became further challenged to remain connected when they were cut off from the outside world. In best efforts to alleviate the devastating loneliness, Tech for Seniors was launched. Volunteers pre-load donated tablets with video conferencing software, networking opportunities, several mind-occupying apps, and other entertainment options. The in-store purchasing function may also be disabled so less tech savvy seniors are not exploited by scammers.

Tech for Seniors, a program of Gifts for Seniors, offers two programs in pursuit of our mission to alleviate social isolation and loneliness.

 This opportunity is available throughout the year! Thank you!!!

Tech for Seniors - Using Tech to Help Alleviate Social Isolation and Loneliness in Older Adults

Learn more about volunteering with Tech for Seniors

Provide spa and/or hygiene care packs for isolated older adults. Use creativity to create gift bags or baskets sure to bring a smile, while pampering and providing needed resources. 

Ideas include any of these and more:

This opportunity is available throughout the year! Thank you!

Gifts for Seniors

2300 Kennedy Street NE, Suite 40
Minneapolis, MN 55413
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