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Volunteering Made Easy

United Way of Central Minnesota helps bring our community hallmark-type events that engage volunteers with our greatest needs. These annual volunteer opportunities offer a nice framework for companies to go beyond Workplace Giving and connect their culture with immediate impact. It’s also a great way for families, service groups, churches, or anyone looking to benefit from getting involved locally to help drive change.

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A troubled youth is learning important life and coping skills through group meetings and activities at Central Minnesota Youth for Christ.
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Volunteer Action Center

Every task force has a headquarters and rallying point. United Way of Central Minnesota is no different. Our Volunteer Action Center offers volunteers a home base for all volunteer efforts. It’s a central hub for connecting with other volunteers or hosting events.

Group of volunteers

Leading, Learning, Lending

Our opportunities for individuals to serve on boards are a great way to call on people’s greatest strengths and natural interests while at the same time, benefiting some of our organization’s greatest needs. From event planning to capital fundraising to affinity group specialty programming, our committees are wide and diverse and always looking for support.

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In a 2018 survey, mental health was ranked the #1 concern for Central MN.

Pillow Packs

DIY Volunteering Opportunities

Pillow Packs

Grab a pillowcase and fill it with toiletries for local kids and teens in need.

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Baskets of Hope

DIY Volunteering Opportunities

Baskets of Hope

Package some basic house supplies for local families moving out of shelters and into permanent housing.

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Kindness Kits

DIY Volunteering Opportunities

Kindness Kits

COVID-19 has left our older friends fellingisolated and lonely. Cheer them up by creating a Kindness Kit to show thatsomeone cares.

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Feed Our Families

DIY Volunteering Opportunities

Feed Our Families

Take some breakfast, lunch, or dinner supplies and package them together for a quick and easy meal that a local family or child can enjoy.

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Homeless Care Packages

DIY Volunteering Opportunities

Homeless Care Packages

Find a shoebox and fill it with toiletries and other basic necessities for homelessindividuals and community members living in shelters or transitional housing.

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Cards of Kindness

DIY Volunteering Opportunities

Cards of Kindness

Make some cards for local veterans, nursing home residents, hospital patients, or troops overseas.

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