Running Start for School Volunteer Engagement Opportunity!
United Way of Olmsted County's Running Start for School is a community-wide backpack and school supply drive to ensure that every child has access to brand new school supplies. When students have the tools they need to succeed, they score better on tests, increase their attendance, and are more likely to graduate on time. Each year, we provide about 2,800 backpacks to students enrolled in participating schools across Olmsted County.
Volunteer:
We are seeking teams of volunteers to help check, label, and organize backpacks. This is a wonderful opportunity for corporate groups to roll up their sleeves and to learn about our work!
To prepare for your shift
- please wear comfortable shoes because you will be standing on a concrete floor.
- Also, this room is warm, so please dress in light-weight clothing and bring a water bottle.
- We ask that you do not bring valuables with you since we do not have a place to keep them.
- Please meet at United Way of Olmsted County (903 W Center St, Rochester, MN 55902). Free parking is available on site.
*To ensure our volunteers are safe and comfortable, we will adhere to social distancing, masking, and other COVID-19 safety guidelines.
For more information, contact Vangie Castro at vangiec@uwolmsted.org. Thank you for Living United!
