The Bob Tavani House for Medical Respite in Duluth provides a safe place for individuals experiencing homelessness to recover after a hospital stay. We offer a comfortable environment with private rooms, nutritious meals, and caring staff.
But we need your help!
Volunteer to cook dinner at the Bob Tavani House*! You pick the day – once a month or more often if you'd like. Dinners typically serve 5 to 7 individuals. We provide supplies and training. We appreciate those who can make a regular commitment to our residents. You don't need to be a chef, just someone who cares about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable people.
Join our volunteer team and share your culinary talents (or just your willingness to help!)
It is our organizing principle and our privilege to be “people for people who need people.”
Visit our website to learn more about our organization.
*Meals can be prepared on-site in our kitchen, made in your own home and brought to the house, or even picked up from local restaurants. We are grateful for the help.
*Please note, we will be starting up our volunteer dinner program again in September, 2025. If you respond to this need, we will follow up with you about volunteering this fall.
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