Volunteer Fair

360 Communities

360 Communities delivers safety and stability that improves lives. With three effective program areas and community partnerships, we build trusting relationships, break cycles of violence, and produce measurable success. Founded more than 45 years ago by a group of volunteers, we provide hope and support to about 15,000 individuals each year. There are 9 programs in over 40 locations, including a network of five food shelves, two domestic and sexual violence shelters, two resource centers, and two programs that support school success from birth through high school graduation. Over 1,000 volunteers donate their time, energy and talent in support of 360 Communities every year.

Opportunities:

Due to COVID, we currently have ongoing volunteer and internship opportunities available at our Food Shelves and Resource Centers. As restrictions loosen up, we will return to having volunteers help support our Violence Prevention and Intervention area.

360 would love to talk with you about volunteering with our organization!

Check out current volunteer needs
Learn more about 360 Communities; see success stories, video, and more
Contact: Kaitlyn Wyman, Volunteer Manager

Adult Basic Education (ABE) District 196

ABE offers programs for adults to improve their English language and academic skills so they can move ahead in their jobs, prepare for further education or improve their daily lives. If you are interested in helping adults, consider volunteering in our ABE classrooms. Morning and evening positions are available in Apple Valley. No experience is necessary, just a willingness to make a difference in the lives of adult learners!

Opportunities:

Assisting in a classroom
Teaching or co-teaching
Tutoring one-to-one
In-person and online volunteer opportunities

More information and to apply

Contact: Complete the application, or email abe@district196.org, or call 952-431-8316.

Cities of Inver Grove Heights, West St Paul, Rosemount and Apple Valley

We offer a variety of opportunities to make a positive impact in our vibrant communities, and the potential to engage with others with similar interests. Whether you are looking for one-time, ongoing, project-based or seasonal; for individuals, families or groups (businesses, churches, civic organizations, schools, etc.) there is a role for you to contribute to making a difference in your community.

Opportunities:

Adopt a Cemetery, Garden, Hydrant, Park, Pond, Street or Transit Station
Bluebird Nest Monitoring
City Events
Cleaning
Document Scanning
Drain Stenciling
Internships
Invasive Plant and Tree Removal/Land Restoration
Office Support
One-time Projects
Planting/Gardening/Landscaping/Weeding
Records Management
Recycling
Please contact us with your own ideas

Contact: Diane Erickson, Volunteer Engagement Manager | Call 651-208-4840

Learn more:

Dakota City Heritage Village

Bring the past to life for visitors to the historic village of Dakota City (located in Farmington) as you dress in costume and portray a 1900’s Villager. Behind-the-scenes help is also needed to support the events, camps and tours held in the village. Enjoy making new friends, share your skills and knowledge (or learn something new!) and make a difference in a child’s life by volunteering with us. Dakota City provides costumes, information, training and fun, you provide your time.

Website www.dakotacity.org; for more info contact education@dakotacity.org

Dakota County

Dakota County offers a variety of opportunities for individuals and groups wishing to share their talents and time in Dakota County. We pride ourselves in offering a robust program that offers our communities the chance to share their skills, expertise, and passion to enhance the quality and variety of services offered to our residents.

Numerous county departments offer volunteer and intern opportunities including:

Libraries
Parks
Community Corrections
Environmental Resources
Transportation
Public Health

Search and register for our opportunities: Volunteering & Internship Opportunities

Contact: Garrett Zaffke, Community Relations and Volunteer Services Coordinator

DARTS

Established in 1974, DARTS helps older adults lead independent lives. DARTS provides transportation and home services to seniors, caregiver support, and inter-generational volunteer opportunities. Volunteer today and make a difference in the lives of older adults.

Opportunities:

Respite Volunteer
Fall Cleanup
Snow Angel

See website to learn more.

GAPP Services

GAPP Services is a non-profit agency with a volunteer driver program. They provide rides for any Dakota County resident with no other mode of transportation to medical, dental, Dakota County offices, chemo, radiation and dialysis. Hours of service are from 7am to 5 pm Monday through Friday. Volunteers use their own vehicles. GAPP Services reimburses volunteer drivers $.56 per mile from the time they leave their home until they get back home.

Learn more about GAPP Services Inc. at https://gappservicesinc.com/

Contact: Kim Armstrong, 952-953-9299

Grace Hospice

Weaving care, grace, & peace into everything we do. At Grace Hospice we encircle each patient with comfort, honestly, & respect for their wishes. Come join us as a hospice volunteer & share your gifts & time with people in your community!

What is hospice volunteering? Watch our YouTube video to learn! Various opportunities to serve, including companion, pet therapy, music therapy, vigil (11th hour), writers, etc.! There's a place for you at Grace!

Contact: Sarah Matthews | 651-485-2768

Guild

Guild is a Minnesota not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization that empowers those living with mental illness and/or experiencing long-term homelessness by helping them find the tools they need to lead stable, fulfilling lives in communities of their choosing.

Opportunity: Virtual Volunteering

Give a little time. Get a lot in return. Share your time and talent with Guild and get the satisfaction of knowing you are helping people with mental illness lead fulfilling lives. Be a friend, virtually! A few hours a month can make a big difference for someone who feels isolated. Help your friend stay connected, stay active, and improve their health!

Contact: Nancy at volunteer@guildservices.org

Kids ‘n Kinship

Kids 'n Kinship's mission is to provide friendships to children ages 5-16, who are in need of a positive role model. We serve the communities of Apple Valley, Burnsville, Eagan, Farmington, Lakeville and Rosemount.

Opportunities:

We are looking for individuals, couples or families who want to make a difference in the life of a child or teen by sharing time and activities on a weekly basis.

There is also an opportunity to volunteer with our school-based mentoring program in Apple Valley, Eagan, Rosemount and Farmington.

There are many female mentors waiting to be matched with female mentees! If you or someone you know is looking for a mentor for a child, you can refer a child to our program by visiting https://www.kidsnkinship.org/child-application/. We are in especially high need of young girls to enroll in our program at this time.

Contact:

Neighbors Inc.

Neighbors, Inc. is a non-profit, social-service agency providing emergency assistance and supportive assistance programs to low-income community members in the northern Dakota County. We serve the communities of Inver Grove Heights, South St. Paul, West St. Paul, Mendota Heights, Mendota, Sunfish Lake and Lilydale. We provide opportunities for our neighbors to thrive by connecting volunteers to people in need.

Opportunities:

In-person volunteering by serving in our Food Shelf and Clothes Closet Thrift Store
Use your vehicle to assist with food distribution
Donate your time and resources to complete an at home assembly project

Contact: Jenny Sanford, Volunteer Services Manager

Town Square Television

You can get hands-on television production experience as a volunteer crew member with our high-tech mobile production truck or in our state-of-the-art studio! With membership and training, you can learn new skills, meet others in the industry and have a great time.

To learn more about volunteering with Town Square Television, visit https://www.townsquare.tv/volunteer.

RSVP

Are You 55+?

You are invited to volunteer with RSVP. This program is part of the national AmeriCorps Seniors, and Volunteers of America - Minnesota.

A one-stop resource connecting your skills with community needs, we'll match you to a non-profit partner based on your skills, interests, location, and availability. Volunteers receive free benefits and ongoing support! At-home, in-person, and virtual opportunities are available.

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