HOME HELPERS
Rebuilding Together renovates and revitalizes homes to help homeowners. A variety of positions exist, including handyman or light carpentry and skilled home maintenance, as well as opportunities in the office, at events and more. rebuildingtogether-twincities.org
BUILD DRESSERS
Bridging provides furniture and household goods for those transitioning out of homelessness and poverty. Great team project (2-3 hours for groups of 8 to 20) to purchase dresser kits for $155 and assemble as a group. No experience needed. All necessary tools and directions provided. Bloomington or Roseville locations. bridging.org
RESIDENT ACTIVITY
Catholic Charities Endeavors Residence in Minneapolis provides homes for adults who need housing stability. Many veterans. Assist with activities that provide benefits to individual residents and the community. Spanish is a plus. Flexible scheduling. cctwincities.org
DRIVER
Help Second Harvest Heartland deliver groceries to low-income seniors in Zimmerman, Minn. Third Monday of the month, using your own vehicle. Must be able to lift 35 pounds. volunteer.2harvest.org
MENTOR YOUTH
Urban Roots empowers youth through nature, healthy food and community by providing paid internships. Youth interns learn job skills, community involvement and healthy living through the lenses of urban farming, conservation and cooking. Opportunities available for individuals and groups. urbanrootsmn.org
BLOOD DONOR
Blood donors needed at one of Memorial Blood Center’s donor centers, 1½ hours each time. Must meet eligibility requirements. Call 651-332-7000 to determine eligibility. Minimum age is 16. mbc.org
FAMILIES NEEDED
Doing Good Together helps people raise compassionate and socially conscious children through family volunteerism. doinggoodtogether.org
ROLE MODELS
Kids ‘n Kinship is a mentoring program for children ages 5-16 living in Dakota County who need a positive role model. They connect volunteers (individual adults, couples or families) with children and spend 1-4 hours a week with a child, doing low-cost but fun and enriching activities. Ongoing support and training
