How you can help
The Inspired volunteer calendar offers many opportunities to make a difference.
Assist Arc's Value Village with the Tapemark Minnesota PGA Charity Pro-Am golf tournament June 9-11 in West St. Paul. Registration, hole-in-one watching, ball spotting, guest relations and more. arcsvaluevillage.org
FOOD PACKING
Feed My Starving Children's mission is to feed all children who are hungry in body and in spirit. Help impact hundreds of kids in just two hours. Great opportunity for individuals, families and groups. fmsc.org
MENTORING
Led by TRUTH focuses on entrepreneurs of color and the businesses and organizations they start. Opportunities exist in mentorship, business consulting and online programs. ledbytruth.org
MENTAL HEALTH
Vail Place provides recovery services for adults with serious mental illnesses. Work alongside staff to enhance programming in the Club Houses (Hopkins and Minneapolis). Meal service, data entry, recreation, tax assistance, haircuts, music lessons. vailplace.org
PHOTOGRAPHER
Planting People Growing Justice Leadership Institute is dedicated to planting seeds of social change through education, training and community outreach. Photographer is needed for various events. Flexible scheduling. Must be able to attend community events as needed. ppgjli.org
CAREGIVER
Northeast Contemporary Services works with adults and seniors with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Activity assistant, job coach, community outings, talent-sharing and more opportunities. northeastcontemporaryservices.org
MEAL DELIVERY
People Serving People is a shelter for families in downtown Minneapolis. Assist with meal delivery in the building. Commitment of one to four times a month requested. Assist with breakfast, lunch or dinner delivery. Meals are delivered seven days a week. peopleservingpeople.org
DRIVER
Help Memorial Blood Centers transport blood to area hospitals and ensure that community hospitals have the blood they need. Valid Minnesota license and good driving record required. Vehicle (minivan or smaller) provided. www.mbc.org
HOME ASSISTANTS
Bridging serves those transitioning out of homelessness and poverty into stable housing by offering household goods and furniture. Greet clients, load/unload trucks, sort donations and more. Bloomington and Roseville locations. bridging.org
LINEN DRIVE
Assist Alliance Housing by organizing a bed linens drive. Collect new or gently used sheets, pillows and pillowcases. Great project for workplace or faith community. alliancehousinginc.org
WEBSITE TECH
Help Twin Cities Pride by managing its website. Coordinate the site with social media. Some experience required. tcpride.org
STRENGTH TRAINING
Reach for Resources serves individuals with disabilities and mental illness. Assist with training on Friday mornings. reachforresources.org
HYMN SING
Assist Presbyterian Homes of Bloomington as a piano player for Wednesday morning spiritual care programming in the care center. preshomes.org
HOME HELPERS
Rebuilding Together renovates and revitalizes homes to help homeowners regain a sense of pride in themselves and their community. A wide variety of positions exist. Handyman, light carpentry and skilled home maintenance help needed. Further opportunities in the office, at events and more. rebuildingtogether-twincities.org
HORSE RIDING
Help River Valley Riders provide therapeutic horseback riding opportunities for people with special needs. At the riding sessions, the main jobs are horse leader and side walker. You don't need horse experience. Must be comfortable around horses. Training provided. rivervalleyriders.org
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HandsOn Twin Cities makes change happen. Thousands of volunteer opportunities are available in the Twin Cities for adults and youth, groups and families. For these and other opportunities visit the HandsOn Twin Cities website at handsontwincities.org
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