How you can help

Prepare+Prosper works with individuals and families to build financial futures. Help prepare taxes, provide customer support or financial services. P+P will provide the training required for the role. www.prepareandprosper.org/

Walk-In Counseling Center in Minneapolis provides high-quality counseling to people with urgent needs. Must have good interpersonal skills. Some background in psychology or the social sciences is helpful. Commit to a regular evening or afternoon shift for at least six months. walkin.org/

Wingspan Life Resources serves adults with developmental disabilities. Help needed with some painting at the group home in Woodbury. Painting supplies provided. Great group opportunity. www.wingspanlife.org/

Open Arms of Minnesota prepares and delivers meals to people suffering from life-threatening illnesses. Flexible scheduling. openarmsmn.org

The mission of Community Action is to reduce poverty and its impacts on people in Ramsey and Washington counties through a variety of programs including energy assistance, energy conservation, Head Start, Early Head Start, civic and community engagement programs. Many ways to assist. caprw.org/

Assist Neighborhood Network for Seniors with medical appointments, delivery of groceries or running errands for a senior who is living independently, but not able to drive. Four hours a month can help an older neighbor continue living in the homes they love. Flexible scheduling. www.neighborhoodnetworkforseniors.org/

Achieve Twin Cities helps inspire and equip young people for careers, college and life. Help needed with a wide range of professional backgrounds to share their expertise with high school students at various career events. www.achievetwincities.org/

Help Community Emergency Service with Meals on Wheels routes in south and north Minneapolis. Pick up meals at 10:30 a.m. Deliver to five to eight seniors. Finish shift at noon. www.cesmn.org/

Help the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Twin Cities plan, promote and present the For the Kids Gala in April 2025. Fundraising, marketing, auction, volunteer relations, production and associated event skills are a plus. Meetings occur once a month October-December, and once every two to three weeks from January-March. www.boysandgirls.org/

Help the Flying Pig Thrift Store in St. Paul to assist guests, organize and price donations. Create and arrange displays, and perform other duties as assigned. Tuesday-Saturday. Training provided. theflyingpigthrift.org/

Gifts for Seniors serves isolated elders in the community. Help create handmade cards. Cards accepted and needed throughout the year. Great opportunity for groups or families. www.giftsforseniors.org/

Blood donors needed at Memorial Blood Center’s donor centers. Must meet eligibility requirements. Call 651-332-7000. Minimum age is 16. www.mbc.org/