Needs From: United Way of Central Minnesota Volunteer Connection

We are seeking volunteers to assist with day-to-day operations and sales in the Gift Gallery.

All proceeds benefit the St. Cloud Hospital Volunteer Auxiliary funded programs. The Gift Gallery is an excellent place to shop for gifts for all occasions. We offer a plentiful selection of plush animals, flowers, plants, balloons, greeting cards, jewelry, seasonal items, and much more. Staffed by welcoming and gracious volunteers, you will always find a friendly and helpful voice.

We offer discounts on merchandise for Gift Gallery volunteers.

Locations include: St. Cloud Hospital, CentraCare Plaza, St. Benedict's Community, CentraCare - Monticello,  CentraCare - Long Prairie, and CentraCare - Paynesville.

St. Cloud Hospital Volunteer Services is seeking donations of fleece to make LUV Blankets. LUV Blankets are given to child and adolescent patients in the Emergency Trauma Center to provide warmth and comfort. Minimum fabric size accepted is 36" by 30". Bright colors and child appropriate patterns for a hospital setting are appreciated.  Fabric can be dropped off at the St. Cloud Hospital Volunteer Office located near Lakes elevator and Riverfront Dining on Level A. For more information, contact the Volunteer Office 320-255-5638.

Volunteers assist in bringing the sacraments of Holy Communion to Catholic patients at St. Cloud Hospital.

Your assistance is needed to provide support to patients and their loved ones within the Emergency Trauma Center at St. Cloud Hospital.

Volunteers will offer a listening ear while providing comfort and support to patients and their loved ones when professional care is not required. Volunteers help to ensure patients are comfortable by offering comfort-makers such as a blanket, pillow, ice water, coloring books, etc. 

Volunteers assist staff by transporting patients, providing wayfinding assistance to loved ones, restocking supplies and help with clerical tasks as directed. 

Volunteer must feel comfortable with persons in crisis and have excellent customer service skills. 

Volunteer shifts are available Sun-Sat 11 a.m.-3 p.m., 3-7 p.m., 7-11 p.m.

We need you to help provide a superior patient experience by visiting with discharging patients while they wait for their loved one to arrive. 

Volunteers will greet and interact with discharging patients as well as all who enter the facility. Volunteers may need to provide a wheelchair escort to an awaiting vehicle just outside of the entrance however, volunteers are not responsible for assisting patients into vehicles.

Volunteers should be comfortable interacting with others and able to interact and communicate in English clearly and effectively. 

Volunteers are asked to commit to one shift weekly. Volunteers are needed Monday-Friday 12-4 p.m.

The Volunteer Auxiliary is accepting donations of new clothing for the Dignity Closet at St. Cloud Hospital. Items needed include unisex sweatpants and sweatshirts, t-shirts, socks and underwear of all sizes.

The Dignity Closet provides clothing to patients who enter the hospital under difficult circumstances or whose clothing was cut off when they were admitted to the hospital. Our ability to stock this closet allows us to meet the needs of the unfortunate people at a very desperate time in their lives. Donations can be dropped off in the Volunteer Office.

If you have any questions, please contact the Volunteer Office at 320- 255-5638

Healing Center Concierge

Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. or 12:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Responsibilities: Volunteers provide a welcoming smile, information and caring support to guests visiting Coborn Healing Center, a 100% philanthropy-funded connection place for survivorship services that truly enhance our patients' lives throughout their cancer journey. The Coborn Healing Center will be built adjacent to Coborn Cancer Center and is expected to be fully operational by mid-2018.

Volunteering for Coborn Healing Center is a richly, rewarding experience. Serving the needs of our patients, their family and caregivers is both challenging and inspiring, and we're grateful that you're interested in helping out.

Your role as a volunteer is to provide more than just your time and energy-it's also to offer support, courage, solace and joy to our patients, their loved ones and our staff in your own unique way. We rely on our caring volunteers  in many important capacities to further our work of improving the lives of those diagnosed with cancer.

As a volunteer for Coborn Cancer Center or Coborn Healing Center you will be contributing to something very important to our community and you will have the chance to make a difference. If you are interested in volunteering, please complete the online Volunteer Application.

Location: CentraCare Health Plaza | 1900 CentraCare Circle | St. Cloud, MN 56303 | 320-255-5638 or 320-229-5199 ext. 70857

Purpose

The Child Advocacy Center (CAC) is a multi-disciplinary response for child abuse investigations, within CentraCare. Volunteers will interact and play with children in the waiting area while their siblings are seen.

Responsibilities

- Engage children and adolescents in activities such as playing games or reading stories.

- Interact with patients and siblings as they wait for appointments.

- Greet patients and family members.

- Assist in maintaining organization of waiting area.

- Escort patients to designated areas, such as Lab and Imaging. 

- Assist with administrative and clerical tasks. 

- Assist staff as needed.

Visit centracare.com/volunteer to apply.

First of all, thank you for making these caps. I lost my hair during my chemo treatments and wore the fleece hats. I now volunteer in the Cancer Center and often help women select hats. The fleece hats are very popular. It is amazing how cold our heads get without hair! Your work will be truly appreciated.

Buy 1 & 3/4 yards to make 6 caps. If you are curious of what colors to buy, go to your closet and look at which colors and patterns would go with your clothes. In winter, many of us wear black, brown, navy, tan and blue. Prints such as small prints and checks go well with many outfits. Many women will select these colors over the bright large patterns that are often typical of fleece fabrics.

Select the softest fleece possible. Many women who have lost their hair have really tender scalps. It is best not to finish the seams. Fleece doesn’t ravel and finished seams may irritate some scalps.

Cut one 16 X 24” band for each cap and two 7 ¼” circles for each crown. The stretch should be on the 24” side. Fleece will roll to the wrong side. I found it easier to draw a 7 ¼ circle out of parchment paper to have pattern for the circle.

1) Fold the right sides together to make the side band that measures 16 X 12” on each side.

2) Stitch the side with 1/4“seam allowance. Press seam open.

3) Wrong sides together, bring one end of each band through the tube and match seam and raw edges. The band is now 8” x 11 3/4” on each side.

4) Mark each side and then again in half so that you have quarter marks for the raw edges. Pins with colored ball heads work great for quarter marks.

5) Lay the two circles together wrong sides together for the crown. Pin them together and mark each half and then again so that each quarter is marked.

6) Pin the raw edges of the band and the circles together matching the quarter marks to ease in the fabric.

7) Stitch the band to the crown. I found it easier to stitch on the band side rather than inside the circle. It is fine to use regular straight stitch as this stitching doesn’t need to stretch. Trim off extra threads.

You can embellish the hats with buttons & bows, but make sure that stitching will not be on the part that touches the scalp. Soft flat decorations are best. Many will take naps or sleep in these caps.

If you have questions, feel free to contact me at Linda Kmitch (320-255-9292) or lindakmitch@gmail.com. Again, thank you so much for making the caps. They are so appreciated. The caps should be brought to the Cancer Center at CentraCare Health Plaza. Contact Alison Dahlin, at 320-229-5199, ext. 70857 or dahlina@centracare.com to make arrangements.

Learn about more Ways to Give In-Kind To Support Cancer Patients & Ideas for Cancer Treatment Care Packages

Do you and your pet want to brighten the days of patients?

Join our Animal-Assisted Therapy volunteer team at St. Cloud Hospital, Coborn Cancer Center or Hospice!

Animal-Assisted Therapy volunteer teams will brighten a patient's day through visiting to enhance social interaction, provide companionship and comfort care to patients, family and caregivers. Animal-Assisted Therapy volunteers serve at St. Cloud Hospital, Coborn Cancer Center and CentraCare Hospice.

Animal-Assisted Therapy Teams must be registered with Pet Partners and become St. Cloud Hospital volunteers which includes completing the hospital screening, orientation and training requirements before serving at our facility.

Note: Potential applicants are ONLY required to take classes required by www.petpartners.org.

We are looking for people who want to give back to their community by helping others improve their skills in English. ABE volunteer tutors work with small groups of students during ESL classes to assist in learning and reading activities.

This Involves:

· Assisting students’ questions on pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar

· Speaking directly with students

· Leading small groups of students during in class reading/writing activities

The reading group volunteer will work in an ESL class with a small group of 4-5 students. The volunteer will help the students read a short story and then answer questions about the story. 

In search of volunteers to assist with off-campus outings! We take residents to Clemens Gardens, Shopping, Fishing, etc. based on resident requests. Volunteers meet at Country Manor and assist in loading the residents into the bus and ride along with the residents. Once at the destination, the volunteer's primary responsibility is to pair up with a resident and help by pushing their wheelchair.

Contact Shawn, Volunteer Services, for more information! 320-258-8937 / sgalloway@countrymanor.org

Assist residents by escorting them to our weekly live music opportunities! We typically schedule live musicians on Tuesdays at 4:00pm. Assist residents to and from the music activity. Sit & enjoy the music yourself with the residents.

 *This position does involve walking and pushing residents in wheelchairs.

Contact Shawn, Volunteer Services, for more information! 320-258-8937 / sgalloway@countrymanor.org

Deliver mail to residents and patients in our Care Center and Rapid Recovery. Get in your steps while you assist residents in getting their mail each week. 

Contact Shawn, Volunteer Services, for more information! 320-258-8937 / sgalloway@countrymanor.org

Would you enjoy being active while having fun cheering on the residents as they bowl? Volunteering as a bowling pin setter may be a good fit for you! We do bowling in three separate neighborhoods throughout the week. Typically this activity is scheduled at 10:00am, 3:00pm or 7:15pm. Time commitment would be about one hour. 

*This volunteer position does involve frequent squatting and bending to retrieve the rubber bowling ball and set bowling pins. 

Contact Shawn, Volunteer Services, for more information! 320-258-8937 / sgalloway@countrymanor.org

Are you a book worm yourself? Share the joy of reading by bringing the book cart around on a weekly or bi-weekly basis. We have an abundance of books for residents to choose from, if we don't have something they are looking for, we can take requests and get those books from the library. We also have word finds, crosswords, sudoku and magazines on this cart to offer residents.

Contact Shawn, Volunteer Services, for more information! 320-258-8937 / sgalloway@countrymanor.org

Assist in transporting residents to and from church services by pushing wheelchairs to our chapel located right in our facility. At this time we are interested in getting volunteers for our Wednesday church services. 2:15 Rosary, 2:30 Catholic Mass, 3:30 Protestant Service. We would ask that you arrive at least 30 minutes early to assist residents to the chapel.

Contact Shawn, Volunteer Services, for more information! 320-258-8937 / sgalloway@countrymanor.org

Assisting with activities can involve a variety of tasks for the volunteer including transporting residents from their rooms to the scheduled activity, assisting with activity set up, getting needed supplies for the TR staff, helping staff to implement the activity, assisting with clean up, and transporting residents after the activity is over.

Activities include but are not limited to bingo, bowling, socials, parties, special events, small discussion groups, baking, music, cards/games, sing along, crafts, etc. All activities are run by staff members while volunteers are used mostly to assist. If a volunteer decides that they want more responsibility, opportunities to run their own small group activities can be arranged. 

Contact Shawn, Volunteer Services, for more information! 320-258-8937 / sgalloway@countrymanor.org

Winter is cold here in Minnesota and we want to ensure nobody goes without the appropriate clothing. We are especially in need of children's winter clothing. This includes coats, hats, mittens, scarves, boots, snowpants and more. 

Donate new socks or underwear, all sizes for SOCK-tober! Donations will be given to schools and area shelters. Drop off donations at United Way of Central Minnesota, 921 1st Street North, St. Cloud. Contact Mary Krippner, Director of Volunteer Engagement at 320-223-7991 or mkrippner@unitedwayhelps.org

This one is just a gift to our dedicated team.   We would love a simple paver patio so our team could enjoy a little screentime-free time in the beautiful outdoors.

We aren't looking for fancy, just a 10x10 paver area that we could set a table and a few planters.

If you have a passion for the history of Stearns County and enjoy talking with people, you'd fit right in!

The Stearns History Museum is looking for a Volunteer to come in on Tuesday mornings from 10 am to 1 pm.

What would you be doing? 

This is primarily a sitting position, with the option to stand. 

If you want to learn more, email Kristy at shmvolunteer@stearns-museum.org or call 320-253-8424.

Interested in Becoming a Foster?

Foster care is the most important part of Ruff Start Rescue. The animals depend on qualified people to join our team. RSR is looking for fosters to open their hearts and homes to animals in need and care for them until they are adopted. An RSR fosters responsibility is to love, feed, play and exercise, and provide social interaction for the foster animal. You are also required to take the animal to vet appointments and handle any medical tasks such as giving daily medications. It will always involve treating the animal as if it were your own. It’s easy to get started! The first step is to fill out and submit a foster application at: https://ruffstartrescue.org/get-involved/foster/ After RSR receives and reviews your application a home visit will be scheduled so you can meet someone from the rescue and discuss your questions and concerns about fostering an RSR animal. If everything goes well you will be able to begin your new role as an RSR foster.  

All Ruff Start Rescue Fosters MUST:

**There are always animals that need a loving foster home and we will work with you to determine the ones that will best fit with your lifestyle. **

Questions about becoming a foster?  Feel free to email us at:  foster@ruffstartrescue.org

Ruff Start Rescue Office Assistants help with various tasks at the Ruff Start Rescue office, such as filing documents, general organizing, receiving deliveries, recording donations, greeting visitors at the office, and other ad hoc tasks as needed. The amount and type of tasks needed around the office can vary from day to day.

Shifts are available Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday between the hours of 10-4:00. Shifts are 2 hours each.

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Ruff Start Rescue Office Assistants help with various tasks at the Ruff Start Rescue office. This position more specifically helps in the transport room. Tasks for this position will include recording donated supplies, sorting and putting away donated supplies, bringing materials from the storage unit to
the transport room to restock as needed, maintaining a clean space in the transport room, and assisting with other specialty projects as you are able. The amount and type of tasks needed around the office can vary from day to day.

Shifts are available Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday between the hours of 10-4:00. Shifts are 2 hours each.

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We have an exciting new opportunity at Ruff Start Rescue for young professionals! We are thrilled to introduce the Young Professionals Board to our robust list of involvement opportunities!

This dynamic group of Minnesota changemakers will be an ambitious and fun community of up-and-coming young professionals who engage in networking, socializing, volunteering, and fundraising to expand RSR's mission and reach. Ruff Start's Young Professionals Board will assist with outreach and fundraising efforts throughout a one-year term while learning about and advocating for our community's people and pets.

If you or a young professional you know wants to get involved in the RSR community, expand professional networks, and develop leadership potential, this is the opportunity for you! Please share with your family, friends, and professional networks.

This is a one-year year commitment. 

Check out the website to learn more: Young Professionals Board - Ruff Start Rescue 

Volunteer Opportunity in Albany/St. Joe area! Catholic Charities Meals on Wheels is looking for volunteer drivers for Mondays from our Albany kitchen. These volunteers would pick up meals in Albany and deliver them to homebound seniors on our St. Joseph route. Call (320) 229-4584 to find out how you can make a difference in the lives of seniors or visit ccstcloud.org/services/community/senior-dining to learn more!

Cat Snugglers help provide companionship for the cats staying at the Ruff Start Rescue office in Princeton. Spending time with the office cats helps with socializing them and decreases their stress.  The number of cats at the office varies, often ranging from just a few to upwards of 10.

Apply to volunteer at Volunteer - Ruff Start Rescue.

Event volunteers are an important part of our events team! RSR has events nearly every week that rely on volunteers to make them successful. Responsibilities may include: talking to the public about RSR and answering questions about volunteer opportunities and fostering, setting up an information table with marketing materials, selling merchandise, and running our fundraising ‘prize wheel’ where guests make a donation to spin the wheel and win a prize.
 
Time Commitment: Events usually occur on weeknights or weekends and are generally 2-3 hours long plus set up/tear down of the event table. You must be able to arrive 15 minutes before the event’s published start time to ensure you have time to set up the table and welcome fosters. 
 
Location: Varies at various partner vendors like pet supply stores, breweries, restaurants and other community businesses.
 
Reports to: Event Lead, Adoption Day Event Coordinator or Community Events Coordinator
 
Responsibilities:
Event set up/tear down
Greet and assist fosters
Greet and assist the public, answer questions
Sell merchandise
Other duties as needed based on type of event
 
Qualifications: 
Must be 16+
Minors aged 16-17 must have a signed consent form on file and may not volunteer at brewery/winery events
Reliable transportation to events
Ability to work courteously and cooperatively with all members of RSR and the public
Strong interpersonal skills
Well organized
Ability to take initiative and work with minimal supervision at times

Develop a special friendship with residents of Country Manor by visiting them regularly. Our residents have so much to share. Take time to listen to their stories, life experiences and insights about their lives. Aside from visiting, some residents like to play a game or be read to.

Contact Shawn, Volunteer Services, for more information! 320-258-8937 / sgalloway@countrymanor.org

Volunteers are needed for: cooking & cleaning.

Professional Services Volunteers for; building, electrical, & plumbing repairs or updates.

Lunch and Dinner Volunteers — assist preparing & serving lunch 11:30am and 4:30pm

Project Volunteers — Youth Groups, S.T.M. (Short Term Missions), special projects in ministry, event projects, painting, cleaning etc…

Targeted Homeless Prevention Volunteer — Help distribute literature, raise awareness of homelessness and chemical dependency and their prevention.

Volunteer Driver — Drive residents to and from appointments.

Café Volunteer — Assist with café upkeep, making coffee, washing coffee cups, clearing tables, etc…

Homeless Advocate Volunteer — Transport service agencies, court appointments, etc…

Fundraising Volunteer — Assist with fundraising, grant writing and developing fundraising strategies.

Telephone Volunteer — Assist with answering the phones and light receptionist duties.

Mentoring — Work with our residents to see them grow socially and spiritually. Help them obtain jobs and further their education.

If you are interested in volunteering at OIF Dream Center please call Pastor Michael at 320-656-1550 ext 1.

Photographer volunteers help the RSR communications team by taking photos of adoptable RSR animals during photoshoots at transports. These shifts are on Saturdays at the Rescue in Princeton, MN. There is no minimum commitment.

Apply to volunteer at Volunteer - Ruff Start Rescue.

Foster Coordinators are responsible for approving and setting up new foster and foster to adopt homes throughout MN. They will process incoming foster applications in a timely manner and connect them with the applicable Foster Manager, if applicable, once training is complete. This will include daily emails and follow-up phone calls. The Foster Coordinator will ensure that the new foster has completed all steps of the training and acknowledged all forms needed. The Foster Coordinator will also make sure the new foster has all the information on fostering and knows who to go to with questions. The expectation is to work a minimum of two new foster applications per week, or as needed.

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Purpose:  

Child mentor volunteers support the children and staff in the Nest, our childcare center dedicated to providing safety, shelter, and care for children ages 0-17. Child mentors spend time with children, letting them know they are worthwhile, helping them to heal, and teaching them how to treat themselves and each other. Child mentor volunteers work alongside children’s program staff to plan and execute activities and to meet children’s varied needs.

Responsibilities:

1.       Be actively involved in providing supervision, recreation, and care for children staying at the shelter and in the community.

2.       Provide support, understanding, and a positive example for children.

3.       Mentor and provide recreational activities for the child.

4.       Work with challenging behaviors with a trauma informed perspective, showing compassion and understanding of trauma’s impact on children’s behaviors.

5.       Perform related duties as assigned.

6.       Maintain confidentiality.

7.       Arrive on time for commitments.

8.       Log hours using VicTouch in the advocate’s office.

9.       Wear your name tag during the shift.

Requirements:   

1.       Patience.

2.       Strong interest in the growth and development of children.

3.       Ability to work with people from diverse racial, cultural, social, and economic backgrounds.

4.       Ability to work as a team.

5.       Healthy, non-violent lifestyle.

6.       Understanding of how trauma and exposure to violence can impact a child’s development or a willingness to learn.

7.       Ability to maintain appropriate boundaries.

8.       Pass a Criminal Background Check.

9.       Complete periodic trainings as required by DHS and CPR/AED/First Aid Certification

Time Commitment

We accommodate variable schedules, but ask for a minimum 6-month commitment.

Contact our Volunteer Program Coordinator at 320-251-7203, ext. 252. Application available online at http://www.annamaries.org/volunteer/

Purpose:  

Shelter support advocates provide support to individuals and families escaping domestic violence by staffing the front desk of the advocate’s office. Shelter support advocates answer and direct phone calls, monitor entrance to the shelter, assist residents with various requests, and provide support to families seeking safety at Anna Marie’s Alliance. Shelter support advocate volunteers work alongside shelter staff to ensure timely response to residents’ needs.

Responsibilities: 

1.       Answer and direct phone calls.

2.       Staff the front desk.

3.       Monitor front door.

4.       Interact on a casual support basis with residents and children. 

5.       Basic office support.

6.       Documentation of outgoing donations.

7.       Perform related duties as assigned.

8.       Maintain confidentiality.

9.       Arrive on time for commitments.

10.     Log hours using VicTouch in the advocate’s office.

11.     Wear your name tag during the shift.

Requirements:   

1.       Excellent interpersonal communications skills.

2.       Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality.

3.       Uneventful driving record.

4.       Pass a Criminal Background Check.  

5.       Ability to work well with people from diverse racial, cultural, social and economic backgrounds.

6.       Ability to work independently and as a team.

7.       Detail oriented.

8.       Belief in non-violence.

9.       Self starter.

10.     Valid MN driver’s license and current auto insurance.

Time Commitment

We accommodate variable schedules, but ask for a minimum 6-month commitment.

Contact our Volunteer Program Coordinator at 320-251-7203, ext. 252. Application available online at http://www.annamaries.org/volunteer/

Purpose:  

Volunteer Groundskeepers support our residents by assisting in the maintenance of the AMA property. This may include snow blowing, shoveling, salting, mowing, watering, raking, etc. This helps staff meet the needs of our clients by providing a comfortable, safe environment to those residing in the shelter and transitional house.

Responsibilities: 

1.    Clear Snow from sidewalks and entry ways in a timely manner.

2.    Salt Sidewalks.

3.    Mow property (at AMA and Transitional House).

4.    Water gardens, container plants, etc. (at AMA and Transitional House).

5.    Rake leaves.

6.    Trim Hedges.

7.    Communicate need for any equipment maintenance/repair.

8.    Perform related duties as assigned.

9.    Maintain confidentiality.

10.  Arrive on time for commitments.

11.  Log hours using VicTouch in the advocate’s office.

12.  Wear your name tag during the shift.

Requirements:   

1.       Ability to do independent work with minimal supervision.

2.       Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality.

3.       Uneventful driving record.

4.       Pass a Criminal Background Check.  

5.       Ability to work well with people from diverse racial, cultural, social and economic backgrounds.

6.       Ability to work independently and as a team.

7.       Detail oriented.

8.       Belief in non-violence.

9.       Self starter.

10.     Valid MN driver’s license and current auto insurance.

Time Commitment:

We accommodate variable schedules, but ask for a minimum 6-month commitment.

Contact our Volunteer Program Coordinator at 320-251-7203, ext. 252. Application available online at http://www.annamaries.org/volunteer/

Purpose:  

Facility support volunteers assist in the organization, maintenance, and distribution of donated items. This supports our organization by providing necessary items to our residents and maintaining a clean, organized space.

Responsibilities: 

1.       Accept approved donations

2.       Organize in-kind donations received.

3.       Transport donations as needed.

4.       Prepare donations to DAV.

5.       Make up welcome bags for new residents/families.

6.       Perform related duties as assigned.

7.       Maintain confidentiality.

8.       Arrive on time for commitments.

9.       Log hours using VicTouch in the advocate’s office.

10.     Wear your name tag during the shift.

Requirements:   

1.       Ability to do independent work with minimal supervision.

2.       Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality.

3.       Uneventful driving record.

4.       Pass a Criminal Background Check.  

5.       Ability to work well with people from diverse racial, cultural, social and economic backgrounds.

6.       Ability to work independently and as a team.

7.       Detail oriented.

8.       Belief in non-violence.

9.       Self starter.

10.     Valid MN driver’s license and current auto insurance.

Time Commitment:

We accommodate variable schedules, but ask for a minimum 6-month commitment.

Contact our Volunteer Program Coordinator at 320-251-7203, ext. 252. Application available online at http://www.annamaries.org/volunteer/

Purpose:

Center for Family Peace Receptionists support our staff and residents by staffing the front desk, monitoring entrance to the CFP, receiving donations from community donors, welcoming guests to our space, and performing other office duties as needed. CFP reception volunteers work alongside staff to ensure general operations are running smoothly and to maintain a positive relationship with guests. 

Responsibilities: 

1.       Answer and direct phone calls.

2.       Staff the front desk.

3.       Monitor front door.

4.       Interact on a casual support basis with guests.

5.       Basic office support.

6.       Record and assist with incoming donations.

7.       Provide support to staff in their work.

8.       Perform related duties as assigned.

9.       Maintain confidentiality.

10.   Arrive on time for commitments.

11.   Log hours using VicTouch in the advocate’s office.

12.   Wear your name tag during the shift.

Requirements:   

1.       Excellent interpersonal communications skills.

2.       Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality.

3.       Uneventful driving record.

4.       Pass a Criminal Background Check.  

5.       Ability to work well with people from diverse racial, cultural, social and economic backgrounds.

6.       Ability to work independently and as a team.

7.       Detail oriented.

8.       Belief in non-violence.

9.       Self starter.

10.   Valid MN driver’s license and current auto insurance.

Time Commitment

We accommodate variable schedules, but ask for a minimum 6-month commitment.

Contact our Volunteer Program Coordinator at 320-251-7203, ext. 252. Application available online at http://www.annamaries.org/volunteer

This position involves running the front desk. This includes interacting with youth and their peers.  Providing support and services for youth that we have. Alongside this includes miscellaneous work such as making copies, making new youth folders as these come up.

HOW CAN I HELP? Volunteering at Central MN Sexual Assault Center (CMSAC) is both a rewarding and challenging way to get experience helping individuals overcome a crisis in their life.

Volunteering at Central MN Sexual Assault Center will help to build skills for future career choices and give you the satisfaction of helping individuals through a traumatic time in their lives.

There are a variety of ways that individuals can get involved with preventing sexual assault and/or helping people who have been victims of sexual assault. Our main volunteer opportunity is on our crisis line where volunteers take phone calls from victims and their support people, respond to local hospitals, and work with law enforcement. Other volunteer opportunities include helping with the Take Back the Night Awareness Event, becoming a CMSAC representative at community resource/health fairs, providing community education, and raising funds for our agency through CMSAC's fund-raising committee.  Service learning and internship opportunities may also be available.  Please call CMSAC for more information on how to get involved in these and other excellent opportunities!

As previously mentioned, CMSAC's main volunteer opportunity is to become a Volunteer Sexual Assault Advocate and work on our 24-hour crisis phone line.  This position, which requires a 40-hour training that can be taken through CMSAC, is described below:  

VOLUNTEER SEXUAL ASSAULT ADVOCATE POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The main role of an advocate is to provide services for sexual assault victims at medical facilities, law enforcement centers, and during court and legal proceedings. Volunteer advocates also answer phone calls on CMSAC's 24-hour crisis line and provide crisis intervention, information, referral, and guidance to victims of sexual assault in the evenings and on weekends.  Advocates use their cell phones to take calls on the crisis line, so volunteer work can be done from one's home unless called in to provide in-person advocacy at a law enforcement, medical, or similar setting.

Volunteers are required to attend a 40-hour training in order to qualify as a sexual assault advocate and begin crisis line volunteer work.  These trainings are offered at CMSAC.  More information on upcoming training dates can be gained by contacting CMSAC.  In addition to the 40-hour training requirement, we ask that volunteers take 2 crisis line shifts per month and commit to volunteering with CMSAC for about a year.  (This particular volunteer opportunity requires you to be 18 or older).

To receive an application and more information, check out our website or give us a call!

Central Minnesota Habitat for Humanity uses volunteer labor to build homes with low-income families. The Site Supervisor is someone who is skilled in construction. This volunteer is under the direction of Central Minnesota Habitat for Humanity's Construction Manager. The responsibility of the Site Supervisor is to work with a small group of volunteers at the construction site to teach them the skills needed to do the tasks for the day and to oversee them to ensure their safety and to make sure quality work is being done. The time commitment for a Site Supervisor depends on the availability of the volunteers. Site Supervisors work with Central Minnesota Habitat for Humanity's Volunteer Coordinator for scheduling. We appreciate your help! 

Donate bath towels! The Salvation Army is looking for towels to provide to individuals using their public showers.

Stormdrain stenciling is a fun way to spread the message that storm water runoff drains to our waterways and dumping materials into a storm drain is illegal. Storm drain marking is fun and easy! You get to spray paint messages like "No Dumping, Drains to River" by storm drains and clean-up sediment, trash, yard waste and debris from the area around them. The City provides a kit and map for you to do as much as you want. Volunteer as a group or individually. See the weblink or contact the City of St. Cloud at 320-255-7226 for more information. http://ci.stcloud.mn.us/847/Get-Involved

The Adopt-a-Storm Drain program allows residents and businesses in the St. Cloud area to adopt storm drains and keep them clear of sediment, trash, yard waste and debris!  Sign-up at www.adopt-a-drain.org

Volunteer fifteen minutes, twice a month, for cleaner waterways and healthier communities. Storm drains flow directly to local lakes, rivers, and wetlands, acting as a conduit for trash and organic pollutants. Adopt a Drain asks residents to adopt a storm drain in their neighborhood or place of work and keep it clear of leaves, trash, sediment and other debris to reduce water pollution.

This is an opportunity people to stay connected to their community, become more educated in area water quality, make a difference, work together, and get some much-needed fresh air.

Visit adopt-a-drain.org to adopt a drain and learn more! Tips on how to be safe while cleaning the drains are provided. Everyone who adopts drains in the St. Cloud area will receive a yard sign, reusable bag, and a how-to packet. Signs and welcome bags will be delivered after you sign up.

St. Cloud roads and stormwater ponds are available for adoption. The city is looking for groups (businesses, organizations, clubs, etc.) or individuals to adopt roadways or stormwater ponds. Volunteers can help with litter pick-up along roadways or near and around selected stormwater pond(s) within the City of St. Cloud. The city will provide volunteers high visibility vests, trash bags, trash pickers and safety training materials. The city will also pick-up filled trash bags and large materials from the adopted area after pick-up is completed. A sign will also be posted by the adopted pond to recognize the group’s clean-up efforts. Volunteers for this effort will need to complete an adopt-a-pond permit application and agree to picking up litter around the adopted pond/street at least three times a year for a minimum of two years. For more information contact 320-255-2900 or publicworks@ci.stcloud.mn.us

Looking for an opportunity to help the blind or print disabled receive local news? Become a volunteer with Central Minnesota Audio Newspapers and read newspapers over a closed radio network which is part of the Radio Talking Book Network. Read one or two evenings a month. Schedule is flexible. A one-year commitment is desired. Volunteers must pass an oral reading test.

St. Cloud Area Legal Services is looking for clerical help. Duties include answering phone, filing and other administrative support. 

Deliver nutritious noon meals and social interaction to homebound seniors in the 14-county service area, including the Greater St. Cloud area. There will be 4-5 homes on volunteer routes which should take approximately an hour to pick up and deliver meals.

Sort and package frozen meals for Senior Dining meal distributions. Make a difference in seniors' lives, especially for those struggling with food insecurity. This position takes place at the St. Cloud Whitney Senior Center.  

Catholic Charities Central MN Foster Grandparent Program is looking for adults age 55+ to assist children within schools, Head Starts, and other non-profit settings. 

We offer many benefits to our Foster Grandparents, including a non-taxable stipend (for those they qualify), transportation reimbursement and on-going educational and “personal interest” trainings.

Email Sue Feliciano at sue.feliciano@ccstcloud.org for more information.

Assisting with scanning, filing, data entry as well as helping at the reception desk greeting clients and answering phone calls.

Flexible schedule for building maintenance in our Waite Park location.  Items such as stocking paper products, light cleaning in bathroom and kitchen areas and empty trash.  Looking for someone 2-4 hours a week.

United Way Handy Helper is a valuable and rewarding volunteer opportunity! 

United Way Handy Helper will assist and complete simple repair and maintenance of United Way of Central Minnesota's building located in downtown St. Cloud.

Volunteer will perform basic repairs, clean up the parking lot, and other tasks determined by staff. The time commitment is negotiable. 

Must complete a volunteer interview, pass a background check and able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Call today to be a part of a great organization that supports our community. Contact Mary Krippner, Director of Volunteer Engagement at mkrippner@unitedwayhelps.org or 320-223-7991.

SCHEDULE AND LOCATION:

VOLUNTEER ROLE SUMMARY:

When you become an Event & Outreach volunteer with Conservation Minnesota, we'll connect you with a steady stream of service projects, events, educational opportunities, and other ways to protect the Great Outdoors. Each event will be unique. As a volunteer, you may:

Requirements:

We provide all necessary tools, materials, and training. By volunteering, you can help protect the great outdoors while connecting with like-minded community members.

SIGN UP:

If you are passionate about protecting the Minnesota we love, we want to hear from you!  Sign up at conservationminnesota.org/volunteer

CONSERVATION MINNESOTA:

Conservation Minnesota’s mission is to protect the Minnesota you love by solving our state’s most important conservation problems. We are committed to moving as fast as possible towards solutions for climate change, clean air, and clean water while ensuring that everyone who calls Minnesota home has access to the Great Outdoors and opportunities to enjoy it. Our work is centered around bringing people together across regions, backgrounds, and beliefs to find real solutions.

Being a caregiver can become a very stressful undertaking, especially when the person receiving care has dementia or a debilitating illness. Sometimes caregivers just needs a little rest ... and You can be the REST of their story by becoming a Faith in Action volunteer.

We are seeking caring respite volunteers who can visit with older adults a few hours each week in the home. While the volunteer visits with the care receiver, the person responsible for caregiving will have the opportunity to spend a few hours away from home to relax or do other things such as running errands. This is a wonderful opportunity to develop a relationship with a family as well as with the older adult. At the same time, you will be gaining valuable experience and meeting a very important need. Activities may include reading together, looking at photo albums, playing cards and games or going for a walk or to places of interest. No physical or medical care is required. Respite training provided. Contact Ashley at 320-247-9790 or ashley.folwarski@benedictineliving.org

Volunteers are needed to provide transportation for individuals 60+ so that they are able to get to their medical appointments, get groceries, or pick up prescriptions. Any commitment is helpful whether it is one ride a week to several days a week. Mileage reimbursement is available. There are opportunities near you so call today and see how you can change lives one ride at a time!  

Contact Ashley at 320-247-9790 or Ashley.folwarski@benedictineliving.org

Volunteers will assist older adults by performing outdoor chores such as snow shoveling, lawn mowing, gardening, window washing, etc. depending on their personal interests and abilities. Time commitments vary based on volunteer availability.

Contact Ashley at 320-247-9790 or Ashley.folwarski@benedictineliving.org

Volunteers are needed to complete light housekeeping, routine cleaning and other light chores for older adults so they can remain living independently in their homes. Tasks include cleaning the bathroom, mopping floors, dusting and vacuuming. Time Commitments are typically 2-3 hours every two weeks.

Contact Ashley at 320-247-9790 or Ashley.folwarski@benedictineliving.org

Friendly visitors visit with and provide companionship to older adults in their own homes. Activities may include playing cards, looking at photo albums or going on outings to restaurants, stores, movies or other places of interest. Telephone companions make regular weekly phone calls to older adults. Purpose: To provide companionship and socialization to reduce isolation and loneliness. Time Commitment is 1-2 hours every week or every other week. Opportunities available throughout Stearns County and the St. Cloud Metro area.

Contact Ashley at 320-247-9790 or Ashley.folwarski@benedictineliving.org

St. Benedict's Community in Monticello is looking for volunteers who enjoy having fun! Assistance is needed with a variety of activities including, but not limited to, Mercantile Store Clerk 1/week, Bingo caller 1/week, Ladies Fancy Nails 2/month, Craft Assistant 2/month, Card Player/weekly, Refreshment Server 1/week, Piano Player 1-2/month and Musicians 1/month. If interested, please reach out to Sue Barthel, Life Enrichment for more information. 

SusanBarthel@Ecumen.org

763-271-8304

Are you seeking to make a difference in the lives of others?

As a companion volunteer you can enrich the lives of terminally ill patients in your community. In person visits take place at the patient's residence and may involve playing games, reading a book, watching a movie, doing crafts, a walk or just enjoyable conversation. Hours are extremely flexible. 

Become a friend/companion to a patient when they really need it most! If you have a little extra time and are looking for something rewarding to do, look no further. When assigned to a patient, we will review the details of the patient's life before we introduce you to them and you will meet with them on a regular basis.

I am more than happy to answer any questions via e-mail, phone or in person. Please do not hesitate to reach out to me. My name is Keshia Kettler. My phone number is 612-968-2561, and my email is kkettler@stcroixhospice.com

A Big Family involves an entire family meeting with a Little. This is an opportunity for a family to volunteer together. The Family would be matched with a Little in our Community-Based program. The family would provide friendship, support and hope to the young person with whom they are matched. The family will meet with their Little two to three times a month for 12 months. Popular activities with some of our Big Families include going to the YMCA to play basketball together, baking or making dinner together, movie nights, or just hanging out and playing games. Big Families can also take part in agency sponsored activities such as craft nights, educational activities at SCTCC or a bus to the Twins game. 

Two adults can team up to mentor a youth. “Duos” may be a spouse, significant other or close friend. As a Big Duo, the two mentors will be enrolled in the Community Based Program to provide friendship, support and hope to one young person with whom they are matched. The volunteers will meet with their Little two to three times a month for at least 12 months doing things that everyone enjoys. Our matches enjoy everything from baking to crafts, dog walking to AirMaxx, walks around Lake George to apple orchards in the fall. Matches can also take part in agency sponsored activities such as craft nights, educational activities at SCTCC or a bus to the Twins game, and they also have the opportunity to do whatever activities both the Big and Little enjoy! 

Mentors in the Community Based Program provide friendship, support and hope to young people with whom they are matched. This is a one-on-one volunteer opportunity to provide friendship and guidance to a child in Central Minnesota. The volunteer Bigs meet with their Little two to three times a month for at least 12 months. Matches can go to the movies, go fishing, do arts and crafts, read together - whatever they enjoy doing! BBBS staff also plans two to three activities per month that matches are able to attend on top of their outings in the community.

Make a BIG difference by mentoring a child in the child's school! It's simple. All you need to do is spend one hour per week with a local youth at their school. You can play games, hang out in the gym, go to the library, or the computer lab. Every week you will meet in the child's school at a time that works for both you and the child. By meeting at the child's school, you are not expected to be a tutor but simply be a listening, supportive friend to a child who needs someone in his or her life. This type of match relationship is designed as a one year commitment with nine months of that commitment being in-person. Throughout the summer months, contact with your Little Brother or Sister can be done over the phone, through email, or by writing letters. This relationship can later be extended into the traditional Big Brothers Big Sisters community based relationship if you wish.

The Huskies Food Pantry provides free nutritious food and hygiene/self-care items to SCSU students. We are looking for volunteers from our community to assist us with stocking our food shipments every week. We can take up to 5 volunteers every week, on Wednesdays between the hours of 11:00am - 1:00pm. Responsibilities include: moving boxes, carting items, opening boxes, stocking items on shelves, cleaning, and taking out recycling.

Click this link to the SignUp Genius webpage to sign up for a volunteer timeslot: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0e4faeae2ca7ffc07-volunteer#/  

We also accept food donations such as non-perishable food items and other goods such as personal care items, diapers, and wipes. Donations can be dropped off during our open hours, listed on our website below.

The Huskies Food Pantry is located in the Hill Hall, Rm. 190 (exterior main entrance between Case & Hill Halls). Please check our website for hours:

Website:  https://www.stcloudstate.edu/huskiesfoodpantry/ 

foodpantry@stcloudstate.edu
320-308-5693

You can assist staff in presenting creative and stimulating curriculum activities while at WACOSA. You can also staff and clients when accessing community activities.

Volunteer opportunities are available Monday through Friday at all our sites.

Applicant Screening Process:
*Application
*Criminal Background Check
*Interview
*Orientation
*Position-specific training

Use your skills, talents, and interests to teach or assist clients’ creative, stimulating and varied skills. Possible classes include Sewing, Creative Movements and Dance, Woodworking, Leather-Crafting, Photography, Decoupage, Bogus Paper Painting, Introductory Music, Self Defense, Knitting, Cooking, Poetry, Healthy Eating, Yoga, Walking, Meditation.  

Volunteer opportunities are available Monday through Friday at all our sites.

Applicant Screening Process:
*Application
*Criminal Background Check
*Interview
*Orientation
*Position-specific training

The Yes Network provides summer meals for kids at several District 742 schools, sites and neighborhoods. The meals are free-of-charge and help kids who don't have access to food during the summer get fed. 

Meals are served at Apollo High School, Tech High School, Great River Regional Library along with many other sites. Meals include hamburgers, chicken nuggets, orange chicken and rice, and chicken patties to name a few. 

The Yes Network is looking for volunteers to help our Cooks prepare meals for the kids during the summer.

Each volunteer would help prep veggies, fruits, breakfast items with the Cooks. Also, may need help in washing dishes. (If willing and capable)

Summer Program begins June 12 and runs thru August 11.

The Yes Network provides summer meals for kids at several District 742 schools, sites and neighborhoods. The meals are free-of-charge and help kids who don't have access to food during the summer get fed. 

Meals are served at Apollo High School, Tech High School, Great River Regional Library along with many other sites. Meals include hamburgers, chicken nuggets, orange chicken and rice, and chicken patties to name a few. 

The Yes Network is looking for volunteers to help transport from school to other sites. Ex. North Jr. High to Tech High School

Each volunteer would delivery to three to four sites each morning, Monday thru Friday and would receive training and support. Volunteers can participate Monday thru Friday - or just several days a week. 

Summer Program begins June 12 and runs thru August 11.

Volunteer Position Time Commitment:

Hours:

4 to 8 hours a month
Events are scheduled in advance (can work with your schedule)

Eligibility:

16 years or older, if under 18, must have permission from parent or legal guardian

Basic knowledge of smart devices, laptops and library desktop computers

Comfortable with /working knowledge of GRRL electronic resources such as reading apps, online catalog and databases.

Dependable transportation and phone number or email

Responsibilities:

Ability to convey a positive, friendly attitude

Ability to work with adults of all tech levels with patience and politeness

Computer, internet and mobile device skills

Willingness to use recommended training resources and handouts

Are you looking for a way to give back to our Nation's Heroes? Do you enjoy driving and visiting with others? If so, becoming a volunteer driver is just the volunteer assignment for you!

Volunteer drivers help bridge the gap between Veterans and the access to healthcare that they so greatly deserve. Volunteer drivers pick up Veterans in the community and transport them to their medical appointments. This volunteer assignment offers the most flexibility, yet is the most rewarding. As a volunteer driver, you'll receive assignment specific training and will be able to drive one of the DAV (Disabled American Veterans) fleet vehicles at the St. Cloud VA Health Care System. Volunteer drivers are needed in all counties across Minnesota, however, the greatest need lies within - Benton, Crow Wing, Kanabec, Mille Lacs, Morrison, Sherburne, Stearns and Wright Counties.

Please call the Center for Development and Civic Engagement (formerly, Voluntary Service) office at 320-255-6365 or email us at vhastcvavsstaff@va.gov for more information.

Serving Those Who Served

The St. Cloud VA Health Care System is dedicated to providing exceptional health care to Veterans. We need you to join our team as a volunteer and honor our nation’s Veterans today! Volunteers are needed for various assignments throughout the health care system - everything from patient escorts, to dining room attendants, to patient and guest Ambassadors.  The demand for volunteer assistance continues to grow!

A volunteer role offers flexible scheduling, assignment specific training, and an opportunity to demonstrate your commitment to our customers.  Please call the Center for Development and Civic Engagement (formerly, Voluntary Service) office at 320-255-6365 or email us at vhastcvavsstaff@va.gov for more information.

Homeless Helping Homeless members help each other find resources for food, clothing, transportation, housing, and employment. We have no dues or paid staff. Our officers and volunteers are mostly fellow members trying as best we can to help each other out. We depend mostly on in-kind donations of, rides, household items, furniture and gift cards. They have a variety of volunteer needs such as drivers, fundraising, writing grants, move furniture, organize donations and more! You can get involved today by becoming a Volunteer. Sign up and you will be joining a group of change-makers, a network strong enough to impact positive change in the lives of people. Visit www.HomelessHelpingHomeless.com to volunteer.

Homeless Helping Homeless residents and clients are in need of personal hygiene supplies such as:

Toothbrushes

Toothpaste - travel size

Deodorant

Shampoo - unused travel size/hotel soaps accepted

Soap/Shower gel - unused travel size/hotel soaps accepted

Hand Sanitizer

Bug Spray

Donations can be dropped off at the Lincoln Center - 630 Lincoln Avenue SE, St. Cloud

or sent to:

Homeless Helping Homeless

PO Box 475

Saint Cloud 56302

Or contact us to make a delivery at:

Phones 612-868-0465 or 320-309-2952

or Hfleegel@aol.com

Current Needs:

Cereal - Cocoa Crispies, Marshmallow Mateys, Fruity Pebbles, Dino Bites, or similar

Milk 

Insect repellent

Hand Sanitizer

Paper plates and bowls

Plastic forks and spoons

Donations can be dropped off at the Lincoln Center - 630 Lincoln Avenue SE, St. Cloud

or sent to:

Homeless Helping Homeless

PO Box 475

Saint Cloud 56302

Or contact us to make a delivery at:

Phones 612-868-0465 or 320-309-2952

Email: hfleegel@aol.com

Website: homelesshelpinghomeless.org

Homeless Helping Homeless is looking for:

Men's pants, sweatpants, shorts in sizes under 40.  

Mens and Women new or gently used clean underwear and socks

New or gently used shoes (no dress shoes please)

Raincoats or ponchos

People often come in with only what they are wearing which is often worn and dirty.

Donations can be sent to:

Homeless Helping Homeless

PO Box 475

Saint Cloud 56302

Or contact us to make a delivery at:

Phones 612-868-0465 or 320-309-2952

Email: hfleegel@aol.com

Website: homelesshelpinghomeless.org

Community Educators are volunteer public speakers who help the Alzheimer's Association provide consumer education. These volunteers deliver prepared presentations on topics related to Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias.

For more information, please contact Rebecca Ayaz at rayaz@alz.org or call our office at 320.257.0696.

This position supports the Regional Disaster Cycle Services department. Ensures timely activation and monitoring of local and regional Disaster Action Team (DAT) responses. The Duty Officer supports the DAT program either at the chapter/territory or region level.

Any questions or to learn more please email MNDAKVolunteer@redcross.org or call 612-463-6587

Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

Ability to:

Other responsibilities as assigned by DAT Leadership.


To Apply for this position please go to: https://volunteerconnection.redcross.org/?nd=lead&a=22490&h=210&p=206780

If you have questions, please contact the volunteer team at MNDAKVolunteer@redcross.org or call 612-463-6587.

We are looking for Garden Partners! This is a great opportunity to work in a vegetable and/or flower garden with a sister gardener. 

Time: Monday-Thursday morning beginning about 8:30am. Days and time are flexible. 

Contact Sister Jean at 320-363-7105 or jschwartz@csbsju.edu

Some residents come to the shelter with very little or no clothing. We currently need new or gently used teen clothing in all sizes.

We also have a need for LGBTQ+ items, such as chest binders, tucking underwear, and femme shapewear. 

St. Cloud Area School District 742 is committed to partnering with community volunteers, to help personalize instruction and enrich curriculum for all learners. District 742 offers a variety of volunteer opportunities for individuals and groups 14 years of age and older. Typically, volunteers are asked to commit to volunteering for a full school year or a minimum of 20 hours before leaving the program.

The Volunteers in Education (V.I.E.) Program is designed to focus on improving academic outcomes for students in our schools. Volunteers serve as adult role models to students while encouraging them to do well in school. There is no experience necessary to become a volunteer in education! V.I.E. offers training and orientation to ensure that volunteers are successful tutors for students.

V.I.E. volunteers are an important example and resource, they:

* Demonstrate that our community values children and education
Encourage students to do their best
* Show the importance of service to others
* Support the work of teachers and staff

All volunteers are asked to complete a Volunteer Information Form, Criminal Background Check and attend Volunteer Orientation. Field trip and special event volunteers are not required to complete orientation. 

Please click on the link below:

https://www.isd742.org/volunteer

Unpaid Fall, Spring, or Summer Position

United Way of Central Minnesota is focused on creating measurable results in the areas of Basic Needs and Education. We seek a motivated self-starter with an interest in non-profits and making a positive impact in the community. This position will assist in various social service task work within the Community Impact department.

Complete job description

Download the UWCM Job Application

Unpaid Fall, Spring, or Summer Position

We seek a motivated, detail-oriented, self-starter with an interest in non-profit fundraising who can work well with others and fill an integral role in our Resource Development department. This position will be supervised with direction from Resource Development staff. This is an unpaid position.

Complete job description

Download the UWCM Job Application

Unpaid Fall, Spring, or Summer Position

United Way of Central Minnesota is focused on creating measurable results in the areas of Basic Needs and Education. We seek a creative, motivated self-starter with an interest in non-profits and making a positive impact in the community. This position will assist with content creation, marketing materials, social media, event planning, and branding. 

For more information contact Sam Switzer:

Download the UWCM Job Application

Are you passionate about helping people?  Consider becoming a Direct Care Support Volunteer for Opportunity Matters!  DCS volunteers receive extensive training to become essential players of the OMI team.  After training, you will have the opportunity to provide hands on assistance to the individuals we serve by helping them with their program goals, assisting with tasks of daily living, or taking them out into the community for afternoon of fun! Direct Care Support volunteers help out at least for 2 hours - 3x monthly and are asked to commit to a 3 month commitment.  Volunteer during the day, evening or weekend or as your schedule allows. Opportunity Matters  is a non-profit Organization that provides residential care, short term crisis services, respite care, adult day,  and supportive living services to people with developmental disabilities. Contact Rhonda, Opportunity Matters at 320-240-1900 or rhondas@opportunitymatters.org

We are in need of volunteer drivers to bring people to doctors appointments that cannot drive anymore.  You choose your availability and where you go.

The American Red Cross needs eligible and healthy blood donors today! Patients are counting on lifesaving blood through this coronavirus pandemic. If you’re healthy and well, please schedule an appointment to give in the days ahead. You are strongly urged to make an appointment to provide lifesaving blood products to patients. Visit www.redcrossblood.org to make your appointment today. Please don’t feel discouraged if there isn’t an immediate appointment available, patients still need you and we will continue to face blood collection challenges for weeks and months during this crisis.

Members of Young Leaders United are individuals between the ages of 18-35, committed to creating positive change in Central Minnesota through volunteerism, advocacy, and philanthropy. 

As a group of young and emerging leaders, members work with Untied Way of Central Minnesota to get involved and better the community through a variety of volunteer projects, networking, and professional development opportunities. 

Contact Reva at RVanVleet@unitedwayhelps.org to learn more today!

Align is looking for K-12 volunteers. Individuals will assist the grade level they are comfortable working with. 

The Lake Wobegon Regional Trail is Minnesota’s above-average trail.  It’s  65 miles long, 10 feet wide and paved end to end, waiting for you to explore on foot, by bike, rollerblade or snowmobile.

Adopting a mile OR TWO will assist the Parks Department in keeping the trail clean and notifying the department when there are fallen trees or other problems. 

For more information please follow the link provided.

https://www.stearnscountymn.gov/430/Lake-Wobegon-Trail

Tri-County Humane Society Donation Needs

TriCounty Humane Society is looking for the following donations: paper towels, face tissue, TP, Clorox wipes, hand sanitizer, liquid hand soap, dish soap and cat litter. Donations can be brought to the shelter. There is a donation box outside their front door during open hours. Currently they are open every day 12-5:00 pm.

Contact Tri-County Humane Society at 320-252-0896

Every weekday we provide a hot meal from a takeout restaurant for those living outside on the street in tents or in cars.- We serve it at Lake George near the warming center between 2:00 and 3:00. The cost is about $4 per person and we  have served up to 25 meals in a day.  If you are interested in providing a meal for one day that would be great. We would also like to expand it to weekends if possible.  Please call 612-868-0465 or 320-309-2952 if you would like to sponsor a day.  You get to choose the food and if you want to pick it up or have us do it. If you cannot afford to provide an entire meal consider a feeding a few at $4 each. Send your donation to PO Box 475 Saint Cloud 56302.

Feminine hygiene products - over 80% of our families are female head of household. 

Gas cards, Gift cards to Walmart, Cashwise/Coborns

Household supplies/ personal care products/ toothbrushes

Cleaning and sanitizing supplies 

educational games

Food donations: unopened and not expired

Donate items to support our Housing Services program participants. LSS Staff assembles donated items to create basic need bags for families throughout the St. Cloud area. See a full list of needs below.

Because we have instituted no contact delivery procedures, please contact us before you visit to learn about the process and to find out about drop-off times.

Thanks for your support.

Contact:
Michele Fournier, Michele.Fournier@lssmn.org

In-Kind Donation Needs: