Needs From: United Way of Southeast Minnesota

Volunteer: Virtual Hospice Companionship Volunteer - Rochester, MN Area

When you give your time as a volunteer with St. Croix Hospice, you join a team of individuals dedicated to providing patient-centered care and comfort during advanced-stage illnesses. Hospice volunteers offer companionship, compassionate help and support for patients and their loved ones when they need it most. Volunteers provide an empathic, respectful, and caring presence for patients and their loved ones.

The St. Croix Hospice team provides exceptional hospice care with an emphasis on quality of life. Our holistic care model offers physical, emotional, and spiritual support uniquely tailored to a patient’s individual needs and wishes. When you join our team as a volunteer, you’re making a difference in the lives of individuals and families right in your own community.

Our virtual volunteers provide support to hospice patients virtually via computer and/or phone by checking on their supply, medication and equipment needs, and provide companionship by visiting with the patient and their loved ones creating a lasting bond. Tuck-In Volunteers will help with anticipating patient, family and caregiver needs and filling requests to set them up with what they need for the best quality of life.

Schedules are very flexible! Please contact us if you are interested in learning more about this rewarding volunteer opportunity!

Agency: St. Croix Hospice

When you give your time as a volunteer with St. Croix Hospice, you join a team of individuals dedicated to providing patient-centered care and comfort during advanced-stage illnesses. Hospice volunteers offer companionship, compassionate help and support for patients and their loved ones when they need it most. Volunteers provide an empathic, respectful, and caring presence for patients and their loved ones.

The St. Croix Hospice team provides exceptional hospice care with an emphasis on quality of life. Our holistic care model offers physical, emotional, and spiritual support uniquely tailored to a patient’s individual needs and wishes. When you join our team as a volunteer, you’re making a difference in the lives of individuals and families right in your own community.

Our virtual volunteers provide support to hospice patients virtually via computer and/or phone by checking on their supply, medication and equipment needs, and provide companionship by visiting with the patient and their loved ones creating a lasting bond. Tuck-In Volunteers will help with anticipating patient, family and caregiver needs and filling requests to set them up with what they need for the best quality of life.

Schedules are very flexible! Please contact us if you are interested in learning more about this rewarding volunteer opportunity!

Agency: St. Croix Hospice

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >18 years old

Zip Code: 55901

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: New Hospice Volunteers

Hospice volunteers serve as supportive companions and patient advocates.  Hospice volunteers can assist with a few light household tasks, read to a patient, play a game, write letters, converse, facilitate legacy/memory making activities, listen, provide vigil, respite or other meaningful interactions.  Hospice volunteers are also needed to assist with clerical tasks in the office and providing grief support for the surviving families and community.  All Mayo Clinic Hospice Volunteers must be at least 18 years or older and are provided with a robust and comprehensive training to help you feel confident in your abilities to offer supportive presence to hospice patients and bereaved.  If you'd like to apply, please visit https://volunteer.mayoclinic.org/. For more information about the rewarding opportunities that await you, please contact Mayo Clinic Hospice at 507-284-4002.

Agency: Mayo Clinic Hospice

Hospice volunteers serve as supportive companions and patient advocates.  Hospice volunteers can assist with a few light household tasks, read to a patient, play a game, write letters, converse, facilitate legacy/memory making activities, listen, provide vigil, respite or other meaningful interactions.  Hospice volunteers are also needed to assist with clerical tasks in the office and providing grief support for the surviving families and community.  All Mayo Clinic Hospice Volunteers must be at least 18 years or older and are provided with a robust and comprehensive training to help you feel confident in your abilities to offer supportive presence to hospice patients and bereaved.  If you'd like to apply, please visit https://volunteer.mayoclinic.org/. For more information about the rewarding opportunities that await you, please contact Mayo Clinic Hospice at 507-284-4002.

Agency: Mayo Clinic Hospice

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >18 years old

Zip Code: 55905

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: New Hospice Pet Therapy Teams

Hospice pet therapy volunteers are teams of an adult and a certified therapy animal who are sensitive to the needs of hospice patients and families. Hospice volunteers serve as supportive companions and patient advocates.  Hospice pet therapy volunteers can visit with patients, converse, facilitate legacy/memory making activities, listen, provide vigil or other meaningful interactions. All Mayo Clinic Hospice Volunteers must be at least 18 years or older and are provided with a robust and comprehensive training to help you feel confident in your abilities to offer supportive presence to hospice patients and bereaved. If you'd like to apply, please visit https://volunteer.mayoclinic.org/. For more information about the rewarding opportunities that await you, please contact Mayo Clinic Hospice at 507-284-4002.

Agency: Mayo Clinic Hospice

Hospice pet therapy volunteers are teams of an adult and a certified therapy animal who are sensitive to the needs of hospice patients and families. Hospice volunteers serve as supportive companions and patient advocates.  Hospice pet therapy volunteers can visit with patients, converse, facilitate legacy/memory making activities, listen, provide vigil or other meaningful interactions. All Mayo Clinic Hospice Volunteers must be at least 18 years or older and are provided with a robust and comprehensive training to help you feel confident in your abilities to offer supportive presence to hospice patients and bereaved. If you'd like to apply, please visit https://volunteer.mayoclinic.org/. For more information about the rewarding opportunities that await you, please contact Mayo Clinic Hospice at 507-284-4002.

Agency: Mayo Clinic Hospice

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 55912

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Greeter

 

This position assists low and moderate income , elderly and disabled taxpayers with filing federal and state tax returns (MN, WI, and IA). The  Greeter role includes:

- Welcomes clients and checks them off on the schedule sheet

- Ensures clients are helped in an appropriate order

- Keeps information flowing to clients in the waiting area

- Distributes intake forms and surveys to clients

- May assist with re-scheduling clients as necessary

- Makes notifications of missed appointments on schedule sheet

- May attempt to phone clients who are late for an appointment.

Training for this role consists of a four-hour training session that occurs in early January.  

 

Agency: Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)

 

This position assists low and moderate income , elderly and disabled taxpayers with filing federal and state tax returns (MN, WI, and IA). The  Greeter role includes:

- Welcomes clients and checks them off on the schedule sheet

- Ensures clients are helped in an appropriate order

- Keeps information flowing to clients in the waiting area

- Distributes intake forms and surveys to clients

- May assist with re-scheduling clients as necessary

- Makes notifications of missed appointments on schedule sheet

- May attempt to phone clients who are late for an appointment.

Training for this role consists of a four-hour training session that occurs in early January.  

 

Agency: Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 55901

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Tax Preparer

This position assists low and moderate income , elderly and disabled taxpayers with filing federal and state tax returns (MN, WI, and IA). The role involves"

- Prepares tax forms using web-based software provided

- Asks taxpayers tax-related questions to prepare an accurate return

- Answers a taxpayer's tax-related questions, and  explains the tax return

- Works within defined scope of program which places restrictions on returns that can be prepared to ensure we do not prepare returns for which we do not have effective training. 

Orientation is provided for new volunteers in the fall and training for this position occurs in December and January and generally involves 40 hours of in person or remote training plus approximately 25 hours outside of class.

Preparation of returns occurs from February 1st to April 15th with volunteers proving from 4-8 hours per week.  Volunteers are able to  choose their level of commitment and are able to travel. 

Agency: Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)

This position assists low and moderate income , elderly and disabled taxpayers with filing federal and state tax returns (MN, WI, and IA). The role involves"

- Prepares tax forms using web-based software provided

- Asks taxpayers tax-related questions to prepare an accurate return

- Answers a taxpayer's tax-related questions, and  explains the tax return

- Works within defined scope of program which places restrictions on returns that can be prepared to ensure we do not prepare returns for which we do not have effective training. 

Orientation is provided for new volunteers in the fall and training for this position occurs in December and January and generally involves 40 hours of in person or remote training plus approximately 25 hours outside of class.

Preparation of returns occurs from February 1st to April 15th with volunteers proving from 4-8 hours per week.  Volunteers are able to  choose their level of commitment and are able to travel. 

Agency: Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 55901

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: American Red Cross Volunteer Screener

Volunteer Screeners Needed

Looking for phone or interview skills? The Red Cross has the perfect volunteer opportunity for you! If you enjoy speaking to interesting people and want to volunteer from home, join our Volunteer Screening Team. Bonus if you can speak a second language!

Screening Team members seek to understand what brought prospective volunteers to the Red Cross, their areas of interest and what position they would find most meaningful. Screeners use their understanding of the volunteer and match it with the needs of the organization, connecting volunteers with positions for which they are both interested and well suited

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Questions? Contact MNDAKVolunteer@redcross.org or call 612-463-6587

Agency: American Red Cross Southeast MN Chapter

Volunteer Screeners Needed

Looking for phone or interview skills? The Red Cross has the perfect volunteer opportunity for you! If you enjoy speaking to interesting people and want to volunteer from home, join our Volunteer Screening Team. Bonus if you can speak a second language!

Screening Team members seek to understand what brought prospective volunteers to the Red Cross, their areas of interest and what position they would find most meaningful. Screeners use their understanding of the volunteer and match it with the needs of the organization, connecting volunteers with positions for which they are both interested and well suited

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Questions? Contact MNDAKVolunteer@redcross.org or call 612-463-6587

Agency: American Red Cross Southeast MN Chapter

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Disaster Responder - Remote

This position supports the Regional Disaster Cycle Services department. Ensures timely activation and monitoring of local and regional Disaster Action Team (DAT) responses. The Duty Officer supports the DAT program either at the chapter/territory or region level.

Key Responsibilities Dispatch DAT members and monitor the response to ensure appropriate resources are made available. Activate Disaster Health Services, Disaster Mental Health, and Disaster Spiritual Care, Public Affairs when requested. Documents incoming disaster notification and creates & verifies events in RC Respond. May be required to monitor activity across multiple DAT responses. Notify Chapter and Regional staff of significant events, and contribute to an Initial Incident Report, when appropriate. Attends regularly scheduled team/DAT meetings as required by Chapter/Region. Qualifications Willingness to comply with Red Cross COVID-19 policies for in-person volunteer activities. G/A/P of RES/DAT/SA or above Demonstrated leadership and communication skills Demonstrated commitment to mission of the American Red Cross Ability to remotely monitor and track details of DAT responses Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in complex and stressful situations Proficient with Red Cross systems and online interfaces Sit and/or stand for minimum two-hour periods Work for long periods on computer Speak clearly on the phone and in person

Any questions or to learn more please email MNDAKVolunteer@redcross.org or call 612-463-6587

Agency: American Red Cross Southeast MN Chapter

This position supports the Regional Disaster Cycle Services department. Ensures timely activation and monitoring of local and regional Disaster Action Team (DAT) responses. The Duty Officer supports the DAT program either at the chapter/territory or region level.

Key Responsibilities Dispatch DAT members and monitor the response to ensure appropriate resources are made available. Activate Disaster Health Services, Disaster Mental Health, and Disaster Spiritual Care, Public Affairs when requested. Documents incoming disaster notification and creates & verifies events in RC Respond. May be required to monitor activity across multiple DAT responses. Notify Chapter and Regional staff of significant events, and contribute to an Initial Incident Report, when appropriate. Attends regularly scheduled team/DAT meetings as required by Chapter/Region. Qualifications Willingness to comply with Red Cross COVID-19 policies for in-person volunteer activities. G/A/P of RES/DAT/SA or above Demonstrated leadership and communication skills Demonstrated commitment to mission of the American Red Cross Ability to remotely monitor and track details of DAT responses Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in complex and stressful situations Proficient with Red Cross systems and online interfaces Sit and/or stand for minimum two-hour periods Work for long periods on computer Speak clearly on the phone and in person

Any questions or to learn more please email MNDAKVolunteer@redcross.org or call 612-463-6587

Agency: American Red Cross Southeast MN Chapter

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Life Enrichment Volunteers

Our Life Enrichment Program gives our individuals served a much needed socialization and integration avenue at ABC. Life Enrichment is a recreation and leisure program where individuals served and staff do a number of activities like coloring, signing, dancing, playing games, but also go on day trips to places like the Mall of America, Oxbow Park, and Bowlocity. 

We are looking for long-term volunteers that can help assist our Life Enrichment Program in helping with those previously mentioned activities. 

Must be 18 years or older. All volunteers are subject to a background check and will require two hours of training before they can begin volunteering.

Agency: Ability Building Community

Our Life Enrichment Program gives our individuals served a much needed socialization and integration avenue at ABC. Life Enrichment is a recreation and leisure program where individuals served and staff do a number of activities like coloring, signing, dancing, playing games, but also go on day trips to places like the Mall of America, Oxbow Park, and Bowlocity. 

We are looking for long-term volunteers that can help assist our Life Enrichment Program in helping with those previously mentioned activities. 

Must be 18 years or older. All volunteers are subject to a background check and will require two hours of training before they can begin volunteering.

Agency: Ability Building Community

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 55903

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Hospice Volunteer (Direct and/or Indirect)

Become a Volunteer   Our goal is to provide excellent end-of-life support to each patient and family.

Whether it’s providing companionship to a person in the final months or weeks of life, offering support to family members and caregivers, providing assistance in the office or helping with community outreach, the contributions of volunteers are an essential part of Interim HealthCare's Hospice Program.

Hospice volunteers are at the heart of our goal. Serving people at the end of life’s journey allows hospice volunteers in Olmsted County to make a difference to someone in need every day.

Are you ready to help those in need find peace?

Being a hospice volunteer, is an intensely rewarding experience. Once you complete the required pre-training interview and orientation, you'll be ready. Surviving family members or friends wishing to join the volunteer staff will be strongly encouraged to wait a minimum of one year following the death of their loved one.

As a volunteer, you will have access to ongoing educational opportunities to ensure you feel comfortable with your role. Hospice education covers: Philosophy of hospice care Services offered by hospice Effective communication with patients and family members Physical, emotional, social and spiritual issues encountered at the end of life Comfort for patients and families
As a hospice volunteer in Olmsted County, you will be given the choice as to what types of things you want to do and how much time you want to contribute.
   Typical volunteer responsibilities include: Support for Patients:

 

Reading Taking walks Writing letters Visiting with pets Bringing in music Vigil sitting Support for Families:   Respite relief Shopping and errands Meal preparation Light housekeeping

 

Bereavement Support: Assisting in support group Memorial Service Participation Office Work & Other Assisting with mailings Computer data entry Administrative duties Making special craft items Baking  

Agency: Interim HealthCare

Become a Volunteer   Our goal is to provide excellent end-of-life support to each patient and family.

Whether it’s providing companionship to a person in the final months or weeks of life, offering support to family members and caregivers, providing assistance in the office or helping with community outreach, the contributions of volunteers are an essential part of Interim HealthCare's Hospice Program.

Hospice volunteers are at the heart of our goal. Serving people at the end of life’s journey allows hospice volunteers in Olmsted County to make a difference to someone in need every day.

Are you ready to help those in need find peace?

Being a hospice volunteer, is an intensely rewarding experience. Once you complete the required pre-training interview and orientation, you'll be ready. Surviving family members or friends wishing to join the volunteer staff will be strongly encouraged to wait a minimum of one year following the death of their loved one.

As a volunteer, you will have access to ongoing educational opportunities to ensure you feel comfortable with your role. Hospice education covers: Philosophy of hospice care Services offered by hospice Effective communication with patients and family members Physical, emotional, social and spiritual issues encountered at the end of life Comfort for patients and families
As a hospice volunteer in Olmsted County, you will be given the choice as to what types of things you want to do and how much time you want to contribute.
   Typical volunteer responsibilities include: Support for Patients:

 

Reading Taking walks Writing letters Visiting with pets Bringing in music Vigil sitting Support for Families:   Respite relief Shopping and errands Meal preparation Light housekeeping

 

Bereavement Support: Assisting in support group Memorial Service Participation Office Work & Other Assisting with mailings Computer data entry Administrative duties Making special craft items Baking  

Agency: Interim HealthCare

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 55901

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Virtual Tutoring

Communities across the nation have been experiencing school shutdowns due to COVID-19. Studies of student absences, summer learning loss, and prolonged school closures suggest that losing time in school sets students back academically. Living Room Tutors is here to alleviate some of those negative ramifications of being away from the classroom. 

You can get help by becoming a volunteer tutor. Sign up and you will be joining a group of student change-makers making a significant impact on their communities. Sign up through the link on our website, or this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeMu7tdJ03ja_amcxHRt9zCnoQI_Jf7kBOLeXbp4kDqY6C1og/viewform

This form allows us to learn more about prospective Tutors and Tutees. Here, we learn what subject areas Tutees need support in and what subject areas tutors are comfortable helping in.

Once signed up, LRT will match you with an appropriate tutee and alert you through an email when your match is made. 

Agency: Living Room Tutors

Communities across the nation have been experiencing school shutdowns due to COVID-19. Studies of student absences, summer learning loss, and prolonged school closures suggest that losing time in school sets students back academically. Living Room Tutors is here to alleviate some of those negative ramifications of being away from the classroom. 

You can get help by becoming a volunteer tutor. Sign up and you will be joining a group of student change-makers making a significant impact on their communities. Sign up through the link on our website, or this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeMu7tdJ03ja_amcxHRt9zCnoQI_Jf7kBOLeXbp4kDqY6C1og/viewform

This form allows us to learn more about prospective Tutors and Tutees. Here, we learn what subject areas Tutees need support in and what subject areas tutors are comfortable helping in.

Once signed up, LRT will match you with an appropriate tutee and alert you through an email when your match is made. 

Agency: Living Room Tutors

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 55906

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Volunteer with Kiwanis to enrich the lives of our youth

Support Youth
Improve your community
Increase your community awareness
Meet new people and build lasting friendships

Kiwanis has a variety of service projects throughout the year which include student literacy and recognition programs.

You are encouraged to join as a member or simply join as a volunteer for our service projects.  We offer you an opportunity for fellowship and an insight into community and current affairs at every weekly meeting and the satisfaction of using your experience, knowledge, and time in the service of your fellow citizens.

All are welcome to join our Sunrisers Kiwanis Club as we volunteer and/or meet at 7:00-8:00am each Tuesday at the Charlie's Eatery and Pub.

For more information you are encouraged to contact Tony Goergen at 507-990-9452 or tjgopher@gmail.com.

Agency: Sunrisers Kiwanis of Rochester MN

Support Youth
Improve your community
Increase your community awareness
Meet new people and build lasting friendships

Kiwanis has a variety of service projects throughout the year which include student literacy and recognition programs.

You are encouraged to join as a member or simply join as a volunteer for our service projects.  We offer you an opportunity for fellowship and an insight into community and current affairs at every weekly meeting and the satisfaction of using your experience, knowledge, and time in the service of your fellow citizens.

All are welcome to join our Sunrisers Kiwanis Club as we volunteer and/or meet at 7:00-8:00am each Tuesday at the Charlie's Eatery and Pub.

For more information you are encouraged to contact Tony Goergen at 507-990-9452 or tjgopher@gmail.com.

Agency: Sunrisers Kiwanis of Rochester MN

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 55901

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Licensed Cosmetologists

Seasons Hospice is in need of volunteers that are licensed Cosmetologists to assist our patients with haircuts. Please complete application on our website www.seasonshospice.org or contact Chris Humble at 507-285-1930 ext. 1201.

Agency: Seasons Hospice

Seasons Hospice is in need of volunteers that are licensed Cosmetologists to assist our patients with haircuts. Please complete application on our website www.seasonshospice.org or contact Chris Humble at 507-285-1930 ext. 1201.

Agency: Seasons Hospice

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 55902

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Soccer coach

St. George Soccer Academy is looking for volunteer to help coach kids soccer. 

Do you like playing soccer with young kids. Do you have time on Friday at 6:00 pm to couch kids age 4 - 17. 

We have a group of kids who enjoy playing soccer and would like to be trained at Watson filed every Friday. 

Agency: Ethiopian Community of Rochester MN

St. George Soccer Academy is looking for volunteer to help coach kids soccer. 

Do you like playing soccer with young kids. Do you have time on Friday at 6:00 pm to couch kids age 4 - 17. 

We have a group of kids who enjoy playing soccer and would like to be trained at Watson filed every Friday. 

Agency: Ethiopian Community of Rochester MN

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 55901

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Good News Children's Center Playground

We have a pile of sand that has been delivered for our playground sandboxes.  The kids have hauled some, but we need more help!  Our need is for the sand to be shoveled into wheelbarrows and moved to the sandboxes.  

Agency: Good News Children's Center

We have a pile of sand that has been delivered for our playground sandboxes.  The kids have hauled some, but we need more help!  Our need is for the sand to be shoveled into wheelbarrows and moved to the sandboxes.  

Agency: Good News Children's Center

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 55906

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Reimbursed Companion Volunteer Needed!

Make Independence a Reality

Our Companion Volunteers make a difference by providing assistance and friendship to adults who have difficulty with daily living tasks, such as shopping or paying bills. We help these adults remain independent in their homes instead of having to move to more costly institutional care. Companions give families or professional caregivers a much needed time off from their duties, run errands, and often provide friendship for their clients.

***NEW-- You can now serve as little as one client a week! That's only 3 hours of your time a week, that makes all the difference in the world for our clients! Or if your looking to volunteer more, you can serve up to 5 clients a week!  

All of our volunteers receive a small stipend and mileage reimbursement for their time and dedication to our programs! 

And remember: When you volunteer, you’re not just helping others—you’re helping yourself. Volunteering leads to new discoveries and new friends. Plus, studies show that volunteering helps you live longer and promotes a positive outlook on life.

So get involved, and join our Companion Programs today!

Agency: Lutheran Social Service of MN Senior Corps SEMN

Make Independence a Reality

Our Companion Volunteers make a difference by providing assistance and friendship to adults who have difficulty with daily living tasks, such as shopping or paying bills. We help these adults remain independent in their homes instead of having to move to more costly institutional care. Companions give families or professional caregivers a much needed time off from their duties, run errands, and often provide friendship for their clients.

***NEW-- You can now serve as little as one client a week! That's only 3 hours of your time a week, that makes all the difference in the world for our clients! Or if your looking to volunteer more, you can serve up to 5 clients a week!  

All of our volunteers receive a small stipend and mileage reimbursement for their time and dedication to our programs! 

And remember: When you volunteer, you’re not just helping others—you’re helping yourself. Volunteering leads to new discoveries and new friends. Plus, studies show that volunteering helps you live longer and promotes a positive outlook on life.

So get involved, and join our Companion Programs today!

Agency: Lutheran Social Service of MN Senior Corps SEMN

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 55901

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Events Volunteer

The History Center of Olmsted County is looking for volunteers to help with a variety of events for this summer. Jobs and times vary, but we will work hard to ensure that we are pairing people up with a job and a time that works well for them! We are excited to be getting back outside this summer and welcome community members to come and volunteer with us to get outside, meet some new people and get involved in your own history! To keep up to date on our volunteer needs, make sure you check out our website: https://olmstedhistory.com/volunteer We have jobs and events to meet all interests and availabilities and look forward to working with you soon! 

Agency: History Center Of Olmsted County

The History Center of Olmsted County is looking for volunteers to help with a variety of events for this summer. Jobs and times vary, but we will work hard to ensure that we are pairing people up with a job and a time that works well for them! We are excited to be getting back outside this summer and welcome community members to come and volunteer with us to get outside, meet some new people and get involved in your own history! To keep up to date on our volunteer needs, make sure you check out our website: https://olmstedhistory.com/volunteer We have jobs and events to meet all interests and availabilities and look forward to working with you soon! 

Agency: History Center Of Olmsted County

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 55902

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Serve on an Public Health Services Advisory Board

The Public Health Services Advisory Board acts as a community based advisory board for both Public Health and the County Health Board on emerging and ongoing public health topics.

To apply for a volunteer position on the Public Health Services Advisory Board, please fill out the Volunteer Application Form. If you have any questions, email AdministrationClerical@co.olmsted.mn.us.

Agency: Olmsted County Volunteer Board/Commission

The Public Health Services Advisory Board acts as a community based advisory board for both Public Health and the County Health Board on emerging and ongoing public health topics.

To apply for a volunteer position on the Public Health Services Advisory Board, please fill out the Volunteer Application Form. If you have any questions, email AdministrationClerical@co.olmsted.mn.us.

Agency: Olmsted County Volunteer Board/Commission

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 55904

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Serve on an Olmsted County Board or Commission

Are you an Olmsted County resident? Does local government interest you? Olmsted County invites you to participate in your local government by volunteering for service on a board, commission, or committee.


Boards, committees, and commission members aid the governing process by keeping Olmsted County in touch with the ideas and attitudes of its residents. They help provide direction for the allocation of funds, the provision of human services, and the protection of residents, property, and our natural resources. Your input is vitally important to the success of our county.

Current vacancies include:
◼️ Community Services Advisory Board
◼️ Environmental Commission
◼️ Extension Committee
◼️ Human Rights Commission
◼️ Olmsted County Zoning Board of Adjustment
◼️ Parks Commission
◼️ Public Health Advisory Board

Apply online: https://www.olmstedcounty.gov/government/volunteer-opportunities/volunteer-board-application

Agency: Olmsted County Volunteer Board/Commission

Are you an Olmsted County resident? Does local government interest you? Olmsted County invites you to participate in your local government by volunteering for service on a board, commission, or committee.


Boards, committees, and commission members aid the governing process by keeping Olmsted County in touch with the ideas and attitudes of its residents. They help provide direction for the allocation of funds, the provision of human services, and the protection of residents, property, and our natural resources. Your input is vitally important to the success of our county.

Current vacancies include:
◼️ Community Services Advisory Board
◼️ Environmental Commission
◼️ Extension Committee
◼️ Human Rights Commission
◼️ Olmsted County Zoning Board of Adjustment
◼️ Parks Commission
◼️ Public Health Advisory Board

Apply online: https://www.olmstedcounty.gov/government/volunteer-opportunities/volunteer-board-application

Agency: Olmsted County Volunteer Board/Commission

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 55904

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Driver for Home Delivered Meals (Wanamingo)

We are seeking individuals with a valid drivers license and current insurance who are willing, on a volunteer basis without remuneration, to deliver hot meals to the homes of people who qualify for our service on the basis of income, age, disability or need. Regular and substitute drivers are needed.

Agency: Three Rivers Community Action, Inc.

We are seeking individuals with a valid drivers license and current insurance who are willing, on a volunteer basis without remuneration, to deliver hot meals to the homes of people who qualify for our service on the basis of income, age, disability or need. Regular and substitute drivers are needed.

Agency: Three Rivers Community Action, Inc.

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >18 years old

Zip Code: 55992

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: High School/Volunteer Babysitters for Essential Workers

Step Up to SIT is seeking high-school students and other community volunteers willing to babysit for healthcare and other essential workers in need of childcare! Matching individual volunteers to babysit one single family limits transmission and allows our essential workers to continue to do their jobs.

Volunteers OR parents seeking childcare may use the sign up form to provide contact information, schedule availability, general location, COVID health risks, references, etc. One question asks if the person babysitting is willing to volunteer their time to lessen a family’s financial strain. If they respond yes, they are matched with a family needing a volunteer. We also have a live google form if people would like to submit their volunteer hours for recognition/confirmation of volunteer work! 

Sign up form link for Rochester MN: 

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfwB-D4uCl_cjKEn9Kd1r8xgFqkteCAckUtZpaJZrSo0xQO6g/viewform?usp=sf_link

Step Up to SIT is a community-based affiliation that is not supported or operated by a nonprofit organization.

Agency: Step Up to SIT

Step Up to SIT is seeking high-school students and other community volunteers willing to babysit for healthcare and other essential workers in need of childcare! Matching individual volunteers to babysit one single family limits transmission and allows our essential workers to continue to do their jobs.

Volunteers OR parents seeking childcare may use the sign up form to provide contact information, schedule availability, general location, COVID health risks, references, etc. One question asks if the person babysitting is willing to volunteer their time to lessen a family’s financial strain. If they respond yes, they are matched with a family needing a volunteer. We also have a live google form if people would like to submit their volunteer hours for recognition/confirmation of volunteer work! 

Sign up form link for Rochester MN: 

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfwB-D4uCl_cjKEn9Kd1r8xgFqkteCAckUtZpaJZrSo0xQO6g/viewform?usp=sf_link

Step Up to SIT is a community-based affiliation that is not supported or operated by a nonprofit organization.

Agency: Step Up to SIT

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 55902

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Volunteer Student Tutors Needed!

LRT is looking to recruit students K-12 students that want to volunteer their time as an online tutor. Based on your liabilities and preferences, we will match you to a fitting tutee. With the COVID-19 pandemic causing prolonged school closures, many students are experiencing disruptions in their academic trajectories. LRT is hoping to mitigate some of those negative repercussions by connecting volunteer student tutors to students in need of tutoring.

Tutors OR those looking to receive tutoring services can sign up at livingroomtutors.org

 

 

Agency: Living Room Tutors

LRT is looking to recruit students K-12 students that want to volunteer their time as an online tutor. Based on your liabilities and preferences, we will match you to a fitting tutee. With the COVID-19 pandemic causing prolonged school closures, many students are experiencing disruptions in their academic trajectories. LRT is hoping to mitigate some of those negative repercussions by connecting volunteer student tutors to students in need of tutoring.

Tutors OR those looking to receive tutoring services can sign up at livingroomtutors.org

 

 

Agency: Living Room Tutors

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 55902

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Tutors & Mentors for Children Needed!

Do you love children? Do you like mentoring and tutoring kids of all ages? Do you have a special skill set?

If you answered yes to any of the above questions, then becoming a Foster Grandparent Volunteer maybe right for you! We currently need Foster Grandparent Volunteers in Rochester & Stewartville!

Our Foster Grandparent Volunteers serve at a variety of locations throughout the region. The volunteers go to these sites and are role models, mentors, and friends to children with exceptional needs. The program provides a way for volunteers age 55 and over to stay active by serving children and youth in their communities.  

Volunteers serve at local organizations that:

Help children learn to read and provide one-on-one tutoring Mentor troubled teenagers and young mothers Care for premature infants or children with disabilities Help children who have been abused or neglected  

All you need to join is the ability to give the kind of comfort and love that sets a child on the path toward a successful future. If you’re 55 or older and want to share your experience and compassion, you have what it takes to be a Foster Grandparent.

Requirements: Volunteers have to be willing to serve at least 10 hours per week (schedules are flexible-- you set the hours that work best for you) and are 55+ years old. Our volunteer undergo background checks and we provide any training required. In return for your time and commitment, you will receive a small stipend, mileage reimbursement, ongoing training, and recognition.

Agency: Lutheran Social Service of MN Senior Corps SEMN

Do you love children? Do you like mentoring and tutoring kids of all ages? Do you have a special skill set?

If you answered yes to any of the above questions, then becoming a Foster Grandparent Volunteer maybe right for you! We currently need Foster Grandparent Volunteers in Rochester & Stewartville!

Our Foster Grandparent Volunteers serve at a variety of locations throughout the region. The volunteers go to these sites and are role models, mentors, and friends to children with exceptional needs. The program provides a way for volunteers age 55 and over to stay active by serving children and youth in their communities.  

Volunteers serve at local organizations that:

Help children learn to read and provide one-on-one tutoring Mentor troubled teenagers and young mothers Care for premature infants or children with disabilities Help children who have been abused or neglected  

All you need to join is the ability to give the kind of comfort and love that sets a child on the path toward a successful future. If you’re 55 or older and want to share your experience and compassion, you have what it takes to be a Foster Grandparent.

Requirements: Volunteers have to be willing to serve at least 10 hours per week (schedules are flexible-- you set the hours that work best for you) and are 55+ years old. Our volunteer undergo background checks and we provide any training required. In return for your time and commitment, you will receive a small stipend, mileage reimbursement, ongoing training, and recognition.

Agency: Lutheran Social Service of MN Senior Corps SEMN

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >55 years old

Zip Code: 55901

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Membership

Are you looking to better yourself, your community, and make a change to the world?!

Join JCI Rochester! 

We are a movement of active young citizens ages 18 to 40 who are dedicated to creating positive change in our communities around the world. In more than 5000 communities across nearly 120 countries, our members are recognized for embracing new ideas, collaboration, and diversity. We demonstrate passion and courage to address the most critical challenges of our time. We empower young adults by developing their skills, knowledge, and understanding enabling them to stand up, make informed decisions, and lead their community to take concrete action for sustainable impact.

 

Agency: JCI Rochester

Are you looking to better yourself, your community, and make a change to the world?!

Join JCI Rochester! 

We are a movement of active young citizens ages 18 to 40 who are dedicated to creating positive change in our communities around the world. In more than 5000 communities across nearly 120 countries, our members are recognized for embracing new ideas, collaboration, and diversity. We demonstrate passion and courage to address the most critical challenges of our time. We empower young adults by developing their skills, knowledge, and understanding enabling them to stand up, make informed decisions, and lead their community to take concrete action for sustainable impact.

 

Agency: JCI Rochester

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 55901

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Hand Massage

Imagine receiving the news that you are in need of a transplant.  In addition, you are told you need to travel to another city/state or even country in the hopes of receiving the Gift of Life.  A majority of our guests are scared and feel alone when they first come to Gift of Life Transplant House.  Thankfully there is hope.  We at Gift of Life Transplant House do everything we can to alleviate as much stress from our guests as possible.  We provide a safe, supportive home where they are surrounded by people that understand.  

Are you someone that enjoys providing comfort to others?  What is more relaxing than a hand massage?  Not only do our Hand Massage volunteers offer relief and comfort to the guests at Gift of Life Transplant House but they also offer companionship.  

Training is provided and schedules are flexible!

 

Agency: Gift of Life Transplant House

Imagine receiving the news that you are in need of a transplant.  In addition, you are told you need to travel to another city/state or even country in the hopes of receiving the Gift of Life.  A majority of our guests are scared and feel alone when they first come to Gift of Life Transplant House.  Thankfully there is hope.  We at Gift of Life Transplant House do everything we can to alleviate as much stress from our guests as possible.  We provide a safe, supportive home where they are surrounded by people that understand.  

Are you someone that enjoys providing comfort to others?  What is more relaxing than a hand massage?  Not only do our Hand Massage volunteers offer relief and comfort to the guests at Gift of Life Transplant House but they also offer companionship.  

Training is provided and schedules are flexible!

 

Agency: Gift of Life Transplant House

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 55902

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Gift of Life Tour Guide

Imagine receiving the news that you are in need of a transplant.  In addition, you are told you need to travel to another city/state or even country in the hopes of receiving the Gift of Life.  A majority of our guests are scared and feel alone when they first come to Gift of Life Transplant House.  Thankfully there is hope.  We at Gift of Life Transplant House do everything we can to alleviate as much stress from our guests as possible.  We provide a safe, supportive home where they are surrounded by people that understand.  

You can be a part of making a difference in someone's life by volunteering as a Tour Guide.  All potential guests must have a tour of the facility to learn the rules and function of the house prior to their first stay.  We looking for people with dynamic personalities to give an informative guided tour of Gift of Life Transplant House.  Our tour guides are responsible for providing the tours and answering any questions regarding the house, costs, background, rules, etc.

Training is provided.  Shifts are available Monday - Friday 10am - 1pm or 1pm - 5pm.

Agency: Gift of Life Transplant House

Imagine receiving the news that you are in need of a transplant.  In addition, you are told you need to travel to another city/state or even country in the hopes of receiving the Gift of Life.  A majority of our guests are scared and feel alone when they first come to Gift of Life Transplant House.  Thankfully there is hope.  We at Gift of Life Transplant House do everything we can to alleviate as much stress from our guests as possible.  We provide a safe, supportive home where they are surrounded by people that understand.  

You can be a part of making a difference in someone's life by volunteering as a Tour Guide.  All potential guests must have a tour of the facility to learn the rules and function of the house prior to their first stay.  We looking for people with dynamic personalities to give an informative guided tour of Gift of Life Transplant House.  Our tour guides are responsible for providing the tours and answering any questions regarding the house, costs, background, rules, etc.

Training is provided.  Shifts are available Monday - Friday 10am - 1pm or 1pm - 5pm.

Agency: Gift of Life Transplant House

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >18 years old

Zip Code: 55902

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Driver for Home Delivered Meals (Goodhue)

We are seeking individuals with a valid drivers license and current insurance who are willing, on a volunteer basis without remuneration, to deliver hot meals to the homes of people who qualify for our service on the basis of income, age, disability or need. Regular and substitute drivers are needed.

Agency: Three Rivers Community Action, Inc.

We are seeking individuals with a valid drivers license and current insurance who are willing, on a volunteer basis without remuneration, to deliver hot meals to the homes of people who qualify for our service on the basis of income, age, disability or need. Regular and substitute drivers are needed.

Agency: Three Rivers Community Action, Inc.

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >18 years old

Zip Code: 55992

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Driver for Home Delivered Meals (Cannon Falls)

We are seeking individuals with a valid drivers license and current insurance who are willing, on a volunteer basis without remuneration, to deliver hot meals to the homes of people who qualify for our service on the basis of income, age, disability or need. Regular and substitute drivers are needed.

Agency: Three Rivers Community Action, Inc.

We are seeking individuals with a valid drivers license and current insurance who are willing, on a volunteer basis without remuneration, to deliver hot meals to the homes of people who qualify for our service on the basis of income, age, disability or need. Regular and substitute drivers are needed.

Agency: Three Rivers Community Action, Inc.

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >18 years old

Zip Code: 55009

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Driver for Home Delivered Meals (Zumbrota)

We are seeking individuals with a valid driver's license and current insurance who are willing, on a volunteer basis without remuneration, to deliver hot meals to the homes of people who qualify on the basis of income, age, disability or need. Regular and substitute drivers are needed.

Agency: Three Rivers Community Action, Inc.

We are seeking individuals with a valid driver's license and current insurance who are willing, on a volunteer basis without remuneration, to deliver hot meals to the homes of people who qualify on the basis of income, age, disability or need. Regular and substitute drivers are needed.

Agency: Three Rivers Community Action, Inc.

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >18 years old

Zip Code: 55992

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Driver for Home Delivered Meals (Mazeppa)

We are seeking individuals with a valid driver's license and current insurance who are willing, on a volunteer basis without remuneration, to deliver hot meals to the homes of people who qualify on the basis of income, age, disability or need. Regular and substitute drivers are needed.

Agency: Three Rivers Community Action, Inc.

We are seeking individuals with a valid driver's license and current insurance who are willing, on a volunteer basis without remuneration, to deliver hot meals to the homes of people who qualify on the basis of income, age, disability or need. Regular and substitute drivers are needed.

Agency: Three Rivers Community Action, Inc.

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >18 years old

Zip Code: 55956

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Driver for Home Delivered Meals (Pine Island)

We are seeking individuals with a valid driver's license and current insurance who are willing, on a volunteer basis without remuneration, to deliver hot meals to the homes of people who qualify on the basis of income, age, disability or need. Regular and substitute drivers are needed.

Agency: Three Rivers Community Action, Inc.

We are seeking individuals with a valid driver's license and current insurance who are willing, on a volunteer basis without remuneration, to deliver hot meals to the homes of people who qualify on the basis of income, age, disability or need. Regular and substitute drivers are needed.

Agency: Three Rivers Community Action, Inc.

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >18 years old

Zip Code: 55963

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Driver for Home Delivered Meals (Faribault)

We are seeking individuals with a valid drivers license and current insurance who are willing, on a volunteer basis without remuneration, to deliver hot meals to the homes of people who qualify for our service on the basis of income, age, disability or need. Regular and substitute drivers are needed.

Agency: Three Rivers Community Action, Inc.

We are seeking individuals with a valid drivers license and current insurance who are willing, on a volunteer basis without remuneration, to deliver hot meals to the homes of people who qualify for our service on the basis of income, age, disability or need. Regular and substitute drivers are needed.

Agency: Three Rivers Community Action, Inc.

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >18 years old

Zip Code: 55021

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Driver for Home Delivered Meals (Wabasha)

We are seeking individuals in Wabasha with a valid driver's license and current insurance who are willing, on a volunteer basis without remuneration, to deliver hot meals to the homes of people who qualify for our service on the basis of income, age, disability or need. Regular and substitute drivers are needed.

Agency: Three Rivers Community Action, Inc.

We are seeking individuals in Wabasha with a valid driver's license and current insurance who are willing, on a volunteer basis without remuneration, to deliver hot meals to the homes of people who qualify for our service on the basis of income, age, disability or need. Regular and substitute drivers are needed.

Agency: Three Rivers Community Action, Inc.

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >18 years old

Zip Code: 55992

Allow Groups: No