Volunteer Center
Volunteer Opportunities: Help people with memory loss and their caregiversMemory loss is frightening for all of us. The Lyngblomsten Care Center in St. Paul offers programs to assist both clients suffering from memory loss and their caregivers. There are two ways you can help. Published:More... |
2018–19 PDGR grant awards: from prevention science to folkloreNine grants totaling nearly $36,000 have been awarded to individuals who applied for 2018–19 funding from the Professional Development Grants for Retirees program. Published:More... |
Volunteer Opportunities: Be a 'Help at Your Door' volunteerVolunteer to change lives; help seniors and individuals with disabilities maintain their independence and continue living in their homes. Help at Your Door volunteers assist with transportation, home support, groceries, and in many other ways. Published:More... |
Volunteer Opportunity: Usher at Rarig TheaterVolunteer to be an usher for Rarig Theater productions of Shakespeare's Twelfth Night and As You Like It. Choose from six productions scheduled between March 29 and April 1. Published:More... |
Volunteer Opportunities: History Day judge, mock trial jurorServe as a history judge for school kids. Or as a juror for budding lawyers at a mock traffic trial. Everyone will learn something, and the students will thank you! Published:More... |
Volunteer opportunities—URVC offers a “Cocktail of Volopportunities”If you're looking for ways to use some of those special skills you developed during your career, or to follow a special interest, URVC offers a mix of opportunities this month. Judge a middle school debate tournament, become a tutor/mentor for a young person, scan documents for a digital archive, usher at the Rarig Center theaters, or help pack or distribute fresh produce at a major food warehouse. Published:More... |
Volunteer Opportunity: Participate in research to improve balanceMany elderly people risk falling and breaking a hip as a result of poor balance. If you are at least 70 years old and not involved in a physical activity/exercise program, you are invited to participate in the new Ready–Steady program, offered by the School of Nursing. Help find the best ways to avoid accidental falls through strength-building and balance exercises. Compensation provided. Published:More... |
Volunteer opportunity— Help high school debaters become more effective communicatorsWant to learn (or brush up on) skills as a debate judge? The Minnesota Urban Debate League, which sponsors the fall high school debate season, needs volunteer judges for final weekend tournaments through November and early December. No prior experience is needed; training and a meal will be provided. Here's a chance to give teenage speakers valuable feedback about improving skills in critical thinking, public speaking, and effective communication. Published:More... |
Volunteer opportunity: Become an AARP tax-aideDo you enjoy working with numbers and helping people? You can do both, by joining AARP's tax-aide program—the nation's largest volunteer-run tax preparation and assistance service. You will be helping seniors, low-income, disabled, and other disadvantaged taxpayers at a site near you. Choose to be a Preparer/Counselor, Document Facilitator, or Technical Supporter. AARP provides everything you need—and you need neither tax experience nor AARP membership to join. Published:More... |
URVC celebrates 30th anniversaryCongratulations to the University Retirees Volunteer Center (URVC) as they celebrate 30 years of service this year. Beginning as an UMRA committee, URVC has grown and is now a national model for other universities. Last year, 325 URVC volunteers logged an all-time high of 9,640 hours. URVC invites UMRA members to volunteer for rewarding, fulfilling experiences in giving back or paying it forward. Published:More... |
Voter Registration Volunteers NeededNeighborhood House / Wellstone Foundation is initiating a voter registration opportunity in tandem with its Mass Produce Distribution events in an effort to promote community resources when residents congregate. Here is a chance to contribute to higher voter turnout and foster the democratic process. Published:More... |
Tactile Acuity Research For Aging Piano PlayersThe purpose of this study is to determine whether you, a piano player, have not had a decline in your sense of touch. Your participation is welcomed if you are between ages 55 to 75 AND have been a long-term piano player. Published:More... |
Red Cross Front Desk SupportThe Minneapolis Red Cross main office – 1201 West River Parkway – (near the Guthrie) serves many functions of this valuable service organization. The position requires a regular 3 – 4 hour weekly shift. Published:More... |
Therapy Research for Post-StrokeIf you experienced a stroke in the past seven years, consider volunteering to participate in a research therapy project. Published:More... |
Volunteer to Assist a Professional ChefMake your contribution as a kitchen volunteer under the guidance of professional chefs? Or, would you deliver meals to clients? Or, how about taking the role of a farmer and work the urban gardens? Published:More... |