MUSIC
Royal Guard Performing Arts has programs that combine the marching arts industry (marching band and color guard), music education and the performing arts. Roles include board and committee members, drivers, event coordinators, cooks, sewers and event management. royalguard.org
BLANKETS/QUILTS
Touchstone Mental Health assists individuals with mental health recovery. Donate a cozy blanket or quilt (or hold a collection drive) for clients moving into new apartments. touchstonemh.org
CLASSROOM SUPPORT
The Amherst H. Wilder Foundation partners with St. Paul Public Schools on Achievement Plus, a classroom support program at Bruce Vento Elementary. Seeking volunteers for students in K-5 to assist classroom teachers. Must be at least 18. Training provided. Background check required. www.wilder.org
FOOD SHELF
Assist Good in the Hood with their food shelf program. Set up, distribute boxes. Several monthly occasions. goodinthehood.org
MENTORSHIP
Minds Matter Twin Cities prepares high achieving high school students from low-income backgrounds for college success and beyond. Mentors needed for students approaching the college selection and application process. Mentors must be college graduates. Saturdays, 3-4 hours/week, through May. mindsmattermn.org
BOARD MEMBER
Twin Cities Pride creates experiences that celebrate and bring together the LGBTQ community and allies. Member needed for the board of directors. Monthly meetings, two-year terms, committee work. www.tcpride.org
DENTAL HEALTH
Through education programs and preventive services, Ready, Set, Smile works to make sure children care for their oral health. Dentists, assistants, hygienists, etc. needed. www.readysetsmile.org
SENIOR ASSISTANT
Northeast Contemporary Services works with adults and seniors with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Activity assistant, job coach, community outings, talent-sharing and more. www.northeastcontemporaryservices.org
ACTIVITIES ASSISTANT
Reach for Resources serves individuals with disabilities and mental illness. Help with a variety of physical activities. Examples are yoga, bowling, dance, basketball, ice skating and more. reachforresources.org
BOARD MEMBERS
Help Flying Pig Thrift expand its board of directors. Prefer volunteer with some prior experience working on a board in a professional or organizational capacity. Thrift store is in St. Paul. Each month attend evening meeting for 2-3 hours and help with an occasional project. theflyingpigthrift.org
ESL ASSISTANTS
Help Literacy Minnesota with teaching adults who are learning English, computer skills, preparing for citizenship or the GED. No experience or diploma needed — training provided. Must be 18 or older. Mornings or evenings, 2-3 hours a week for at least three months. www.literacymn.org
COMMUNITY HELPERS
Every Monday from 10 a.m.-3 p.m., the Sanneh Foundation packs over 800 meals. Assist with sorting and packing as well as helping with composting and recycling. No special skills required. St. Paul location. Will be standing, walking, crouching and moving some boxes that can be over 40 pounds. thesannehfoundation.org
PIANO TEACHER
Hammer Residences serves adults with disabilities. Teach a person with a developmental disability. Piano provided. www.hammer.org
LANDMARK CENTER
Work at the Landmark Center in downtown St. Paul. The facility serves as a cultural center for music, dance, theater, exhibitions, public forums and special events. Openings for tour guide, information desk, gift shop or special events. landmarkcenter.org
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