Toy drive
The Toy Corner distributes new and like-new toys to families in need in Scott County. Hold a toy drive to collect toys, especially those suitable for ages 10-16. Toys should be in the $10 range. thetoycorner.org.
Warehouse help
Harvest Pack is a humanitarian organization fighting world hunger. Assist after meal-packing events. Must be able to stand and lift up to 20 pounds. Flexible scheduling. harvestpack.org.
Groceries for seniors
Assist Help At Your Door with aging adults. Grocery shop for 3 hours twice a month or on a weekly basis. Bloomington and St. Anthony area. 6 a.m.-9 a.m. Six-month commitment required. Training provided. helpatyourdoor.org.
Foster learning
Success Beyond the Classroom works to ignite curiosity and learning among students through events and conferences. Wide range of opportunities. successbeyond.org.
Mentor youth
Kids 'n Kinship is a mentoring program for children ages 5-16 living in Dakota County. They connect (individual adults, couples or families) with children and spend 1-4 hours a week with a child. Ongoing support and training provided. kidsnkinship.org.
Museum volunteer
The Works Museum in Bloomington introduces hands-on engineering, design and problem-solving to kids and their families. Open to the public as well as tailored hands-on workshops and field trip programming. Wide range of volunteer opportunities available. theworks.org.
Bookkeeper
Shift provides engagement and support for mid-lifers seeking passion and purpose in their work. 10-15 hours a month. Work done remotely. shiftonline.org.
Foodshelf in a box
Assist Good in the Hood with their program. Food is delivered by 11 a.m. Set up from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Work 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Several monthly occasions. goodinthehood.org.
Rebuilding
Rebuilding Together renovates and revitalizes houses 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. Further opportunities in the office, at events and more. rebuildingtogether-twincities.org.
Run errands for seniors
Assist Neighborhood Network for Seniors to give a lift to medical appointments, delivery groceries or run errands for a senior who is living independently. Four hours a month. Flexible scheduling. neighborhoodnetworkforseniors.org.
Give flowers
Bluebirds and Blooms serves those living with memory loss or long-term illness by repurposing flowers from stores, events, weddings, and funerals to create cheerful bedside bouquets that are delivered. Arrange flowers, pickup and delivery. bluebirdsandblooms.com.
Provide meals
Purchase, prepare, and serve a nutritious meal to 21 guests at Our Saviour's Emergency Shelter. Needed 365 nights a year. Total time on site is about two hours with dinner served at 7pm. Meal sponsorship is also an option. More info at oscs-mn.org/osh-volunteer-opportunities or e-mail volunteer@oshousing.org with questions. Sign up at bit.ly/31w4TKA.
Find more:
Hands-On Twin Cities offers a range of opportunities. Learn more about which groups need volunteers at handsontwincities.org or 612-379-4900.
