FOOD HELPERS
Assist Loaves & Fishes in the metro area (several locations) to serve those in need by cooking and serving a meal. Site coordinators provide assistance during meal preparation and serving. Volunteers can be as young as 8 years old with proper supervision. loavesandfishesmn.org
TOY LIBRARY
The Minneapolis Toy Library is a lending program for families with children up to 5 years old. A reasonable annual membership fee provides opportunities to have different and interesting toys for a child. Events are held four times a month in Richfield. Assist with check-in and check-out, reshelving returned toys and more. mplstoylibrary.org
BE A FRIEND
Hammer Residences supports individuals with developmental disabilities. Be matched with an individual, meet with them about once a month. Enjoy a variety of activities together. Numerous metro locations. hammer.org
GREETER
Help Memorial Blood Centers in donation centers across the metro area. Welcome donors, verify their file and explain the donation process. Must have excellent customer service skills and be computer-literate. mbc.org
SPANISH SPEAKER
Catholic Charities Endeavors Residence in Minneapolis provides urgently needed permanent homes for adults who need housing stability. Assist with activities that provide benefits to individual residents and the community. Especially need Spanish speakers. Flexible scheduling. cctwincities.org
THRIFT STORE
Christian Life Ministries New Day Thrift Store seeks volunteers to sort donations, price merchandise and tag clothes at the store in Little Canada. Children under 13 may volunteer with an adult. Flexible scheduling. Proceeds benefit the New Day Pregnancy and Family Resource Center. clmonline.org
FOODSHELF
Assist Good in the Hood with the Foodshelf-in-a-Box program. Set up, distribute boxes. Several monthly occasions with 1-8 volunteers needed each time. goodinthehood.org
MOM MENTOR
Help FamilyWise Services with their Bright Beginnings Program. Mentors, age 25 and older, are paired with teen moms to provide support and stability as young mothers journey from pregnancy to motherhood. Two to six hours a month. familywiseservices.org