Needs From: Head of the Lakes United Way

Volunteers for SpringBreak- a- Palooza with the Duluth Public Schools, Lincoln Park 

Duluth Public Schools are on Spring Break March 30- April 4th, but DCSC is offering a weeks worth of fun activites and field trips for k-8 graders, Hosted at Lincoln Park Middle School. Come Volunteer for the day or a few hours that week.

Contact Cassie at cassie@duluthcsc.org if you are interested in this or any DCSC volunteer needs, Thanks for looking 

One time, Spring Health and Wellness Event volunteers needed with (DCSC) Duluth Community School Collaborative. Myers Wilkins Elementary School.

When - April 23rd, 2026

Where- Myers Wilkins Elementary School 

Time- 4-7 pm

Tasks- Geneal help to staff, helping community partners set up tables, helping serving food, helping with child care, over a helping hand where needed ...

The event will consist of health and wellness booths/resourses, face painting, live music, magic tricks, and a nice dinner for families.

Please contact Cassie at cassie@duluthcsc.org to volunteer with this need or any DCSC Volunteer Needs,  Thanks for looking 

Join Chum and make a hands-on impact!

Thanks to the generosity of our neighbors, Chum is constantly receiving donations. At times, our staff needs help keeping everything organized. With help from volunteers, Chum is able to keep donations organized and distributed to programs.  

When: Thursday, March 26th, 2026 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Where: Chum Administration, 21 W 1st St, Duluth, MN 55803
Role: Volunteers will build shelves, sort items, and place donations on shelves, pallets, or in other storage areas. If possible, volunteers will also help create a spreadsheet to help maintain inventory.

Requirements:
 Must be able to lift up to 50 poundsComfortable bending, twisting, using stairs, and sorting itemsPlease bring a lunch!  We'll have light refreshments to keep you fueled. 
Your efforts will directly help us manage incoming donations efficiently, keeping our programs running smoothly for those we serve. 

AFTER SCHOOL DASH ACTIVITIES Volunteers Needed with the Duluth Community School Collaborative (DCSC), Come Join Us!!!!

Volunteer with our awesome high schoolers this School Year. As a volunteer, you will support us in hosting a high-quality summer program for teens meant to increase their sense of belonging and engagement with their school.

The program will run Monday-Thursday from 315pm -530pm at Denfeld High School Sept. 2025-May 2026, come work with amazing high schoolers 

We need volunteers who can consistently attend programs at least one day week-to-week. This is important because volunteer presence is most beneficial to youth when they see the same volunteers every week and can build relationships with those volunteers. However, if you have differing availability and would like to volunteer, please reach out as there may still be opportunities in the program that fit with your schedule.

Types of things we need volunteers for:

* Engaging with students

* Tutoring in various subjects

* Sharing an activity/hobby with students Volunteer commitments:

* Show up in-person for the students regularly

* Submit to a background check

* Personal commitment to anti-racism and the mission, goals, and philosophy of the Duluth Community School Collaborative. 

*Volunteers are supervised by the Denfeld Full-Service Community School Coordinator.

If you’re interested in volunteering with us, please fill out the form linked under "Volunteer" on our page https://www.duluthcsc.org/support or click the "I Want to Help" button on this page. If you have questions about this or other volunteer opportunities, contact our Volunteer Coordinator Cassie Seeley at cassie@duluthcsc.org and she'll help you and get you on your Volunteer path wit DCSC

Duluth Community School Collaborative has Mentorship Opportunities at Lincoln Park Middle School?

Please see our Website for all of our Current Volunteer needs and if you're interested, fill out our interest form on the website or contact Our Volunteer Coordinator Cassie Seeley Directly, at cassie@duluthcsc.org Thank you !!!!!

Currently We are looking for Support Mentors for our Middle Schoolers after school to help support our Program Development. Lincoln Park needs DEDICATED, CONSISTENT Volunteers that can build relationships with our students, help them with their homework, create homework plans, and dedicate the same amount of time each week engaging strongly with our amazing students. We are looking for positive role models to help support our students in learning and with social emotional growth. By volunteering consistently you can help create routine and excitement for our students to come each day.

One day a week or however many you’d like is fine with us. It's more consistent hours than anything. Thank you so much for looking.

How Can We Involve YOU at Lincoln Park Middle School? BY VOLUNTEERING, come join us !!!!!

Please see our Website for all of our Current Volunteer needs and if you're interested, fill out our interest form or contact Our Volunteer Coordinator Cassie Seeley Directly, at cassie@duluthcsc.org

Currently searching for

Afterschool Club & Activities Volunteer needed at Lincoln Park Middle School.

Interested in doing fun and energizing activities with 6-8th graders such as Dungeons & Dragons Club, Anime Club, Intramural sports, Weightlifting, Basketball Club, Diamond Dotz, Guitar Club, Green Earth Club (and many more) or looking to become a tutor and mentor for our students? Your interests, skills, openness, energy, and presence is what we are looking for to make a huge difference for our students and our Community School! Afterschool Clubs and Activities are recurring on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 3:00- 4:25 pm. We are looking for additional volunteer mentors and tutors to help expand and shape our enrichment program to 4:30-5:30 pm M,W,Th and Tuesdays from 3:00-5:30 pm. Please let us know your volunteer availability (your duration, time, and commitment)

Afterschool Snack Distribution Volunteer Needed At Lincoln Park Middle School.

 Snack is a big deal for our middle schoolers after school! Are you interested in taking a stroll through our beautiful school, interacting with some awesome students, and supporting an important part of our programming? We are looking for snack distribution volunteers available from 3:00-4:15 pm on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays throughout the school year. Please let us know your volunteer availability (your duration, time, and commitment)

We also look forward to collaborating with you! Partners and Knowledge Keepers in our Community Needed At Lincoln Park Middle School...

Do you or your organization have a shared mission to engage young people in learning about culture, or a particular topic, skill, or career path? We are always looking for Community Partners, individuals and organizations, to connect with about enriching classrooms and after school learning experiences.  You might be the spark that our young people need!  Please let us know how we can reach out to you or your group/org, your availability (your duration, time, and commitment, any skills/interests you’d like to utilize, and any accommodations. Thank you for your interest! We look forward to collaborating with you!

Food Delivery / Food Distribution Volunteers needed in the Duluth Schools on the First Friday of each month!!!!

Duluth Community School Collaborative is searching for Volunteers to help with WHATTT?

 Organize the food items from our delivery at Lincoln Park Middle School as per each schools list, then help deliver items to our High School and Elementary School.

Volunteer Duties

CONTACT CASSIE OUR VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR IF YOU CAN VOLUNTEER cassie@duluthcsc.org Thank you for volunteering and as always, have a great day!

Myers-Wilkins, After School Activities Volunteers are Needed with DCSC -Duluth Community School Collaborative, Come join us !!!
Come Volunteer with our great kids during After School programs/clubs at Myers-Wilkins Elementary School!

As a volunteer, you will support us in hosting high-quality clubs/programs for kids meant to increase their sense of belonging and engagement with their school.
The clubs/programs run: Mondays thru Thursday from 2-415 Pm. We need volunteers who can consistently attend session days or one of the days weekly for the whole time. This is important because volunteer presence is most beneficial to kids when they see the same volunteers every week and can build relationships with those volunteers.

Volunteers are supervised by the Myers-Wilkins Youth Development Coordinator.
Types of things we need volunteers for:
● Engaging with kids
● Leading or Co-lead in your area of interest or expertise
● Supporting students during activities
● Supporting students during activity rotations
● Supporting staff at Myers-Wilkins

Volunteer commitments:
● Show up in-person for the students weekly
● Submit to a background check
● Personal commitment to anti-racism and the mission, goals, and philosophy of the Duluth Community School Collaborative

If you’re interested in volunteering with us, please fill out the form linked under "Volunteer" on our page https://www.duluthcsc.org/support. If you have questions about this or other volunteer opportunities, contact Cassie at Cassie@duluthcsc.org

We are seeking 1-3 people who would like to send cards on a monthly basis to patient's receiving end-of-life care through Gentiva Hospice. Cards, envelopes and postage will all be provided but you're welcome to use your own cards also. Hospice is a care team of nurses, social work, aides, and volunteers who provide empathy, consideration, and care to improve all aspects of a person's journey. And what better, low commitment, way to get involved than sending someone a reminder that they're being thought of.

To be a Gentiva Volunteer, we require a background check, fingerprinting, and completion of volunteer training packet. If you'd prefer to offer face to face companionship visits with patients, a TB test would also be required.

This is a remote opportunity and can be done from anywhere!

What will you be doing?

Sorting volunteers will be stationed at the main Superior Post Office to sort donations that are brought in by our mail carriers and driving volunteers! Sorting volunteers will be checking expiration dates, sorting and helping weigh the food that comes in! This is incredibly family friendly and a great volunteer event for youth groups looking to get service hours.

Why is this event important?

The NALC Food Drive has been happening across the country since 1991 and has collected approximately 1.9 billion pounds of food for those in need. In the Twin Ports, the event before COVID was collecting over 150,000lbs of food! Our food shelves are experiencing a critical shortage and your help is more important than ever.

The Details

We'll meet you at the Superior  Post Office to get you set up and train you on what to do! Volunteers are welcome to sign up for multiple shifts.

What will you be doing?

Driving volunteers will follow mail carriers and help pick up donations along their route and then bring the donations back to the main post office on Michigan Street. This is a great way to explore the community and see the amazing work that our local mail carriers do. This is perfect for a family where the adult can drive and kiddos can hop out and help load or for a small group of friends!

Why is this event important?

The NALC Food Drive has been happening across the country since 1991 and has collected approximately 1.9 billion pounds of food for those in need. In Duluth, the event before COVID was collecting over 150,000lbs of food! That's enough food to feed over 100 Duluthians for an entire year! Our food shelves are experiencing a critical shortage and your help is more important than ever.

The Details

We'll meet you at the Michigan Street Post Office to partner you with a mail carrier and get you set up for your route. You will be paired up with a driver to help bring what they have collected to the Post Office to be sorted and weighed!

What will you be doing?

Sorting volunteers will be stationed at the Michigan Street Post Office to sort donations that are brought in by our mail carriers and driving volunteers! Sorting volunteers will be checking expiration dates, sorting and helping weigh the food that comes in! This is incredibly family friendly and a great volunteer event for youth groups looking to get service hours.

Why is this event important?

The NALC Food Drive has been happening across the country since 1991 and has collected approximately 1.9 billion pounds of food for those in need. In Duluth, the event before COVID was collecting over 150,000lbs of food! That's enough food to feed over 100 Duluthians for an entire year! Our food shelves are experiencing a critical shortage and your help is more important than ever.

The Details

We'll meet you at the Michigan Street Post Office to get you set up and train you on what to do! Volunteers are welcome to sign up for multiple shifts.

Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up. Thank you! April 4th: 9am-4pm: Volunteer shifts are 8:30am-12:30pm and 12:00pm-4:00pm.

EGG-Stravaganza is a community event that brings education, conservation and opportunities to connect to the natural world while in a safe and fun community setting.  This events usually sees over 2,000 participants and host activities from egg hunts, bike giveaways, fun activities and community tablers. We couldn't have an successful event without volunteers like you!

Volunteer at a Duluth Playhouse production at the NorShor Theatre!

Duluth Playhouse is always looking for volunteers for our Main Stage, Youth Theatre, and Underground productions. Volunteering is a great way to support your local theatre and see a show for free! 

Requirements: Schedule training with our Director of Patron Services OR Department you are interested in!

Serve as an important 'Face of the Red Cross' in our Community. Chapter Board Members play a vital leadership role by helping advance the Red Cross mission locally. This is done by building relationships, raising awareness, and partnering with community leaders to meet urgent needs. Board members are respected, well‑connected individuals who are passionate about service. Who are willing to leverage their influence for good and committed to strengthening their community in collaboration with the Red Cross. Serving on our board is a meaningful opportunity to lead, connect, and make a lasting impact.  Geography served includes the Twin Ports and Douglas County, 36 Counties of Northern and Central Minnesota and 7 sovereign communities of the Minnesota Chippewa Tribe.

About Head of the Lakes United Way:

HLUW proudly serves Northern Minnesota and Wisconsin communities including Ashland and Bayfield counties, Greater Duluth, Lake and Cook counties and Superior-Douglas county.  As a Head of the Lakes United Way (HLUW) Board Member, you’ll be part of a team of dedicated volunteers who want to better the future for all who live and work in our area.

Basics of Board Service with HLUW

Role of the Board

As the highest leadership body of the organization and to satisfy its fiduciary duties, the board is responsible for:

The HLUW Board and Executive Director relationship is a partnership, and the appropriate involvement of all board members is both critical and expected.

Individual Board Member Qualifications

If you’re passionate about striving to improve the health, education and financial stability of EVERY person in EVERY community we serve, we encourage you to apply.

You can find out more and apply here: www.hlunitedway.org/board

The Red Cross is looking for individuals to work weekends and the overnight shifts (10pm-6am) for Disaster Dispatch. The Red Cross response is a team effort and Disaster Dispatch is the vital link between the Red Cross and local first responders. Working remotely from home, volunteers collect the necessary information and activate the Red Cross response. Contact Lee at lee.borofka@redcross.org for more information.

Disasters harm families. Healthcare Professional Volunteers are needed to help comfort and support people who are forced from their homes due to fires, storms and other emergencies, so they don’t have to face tough times alone. Join me and the American Red Cross Disaster Health Services Team! Contact Lee at lee.borofka@redcross to learn more about our most critical needs.

Provide a vital link to mission delivery by ensuring needed shelter materials and supplies are procured in a timely and cost-efficient manner. For those able to travel outside of their local area, a commitment of at least 14 consecutive days, working 8 to12 hour shifts, is required. Travel and lodging are provided. For more information, contact Lee at lee.borofka@redcross.org. 

Disaster Action Team: While big hurricanes and wildfires get the most news coverage, smaller disasters are no less devastating to the families affected. Most of the 60,000 emergencies that the Red Cross responds to each year are smaller disasters like home fires. As a Disaster Action Team volunteer, you can help comfort and support people in your community by meeting any immediate needs such as food, shelter, clothing or supplies and connecting them to long term recovery services. We supply all the training you need. For more information contact Lee at lee.borofka@redcross.org

Be part of our work to help save millions of lives each year by volunteering as a blood donor ambassador and welcoming donors who give the gift of life.

Blood donor ambassadors welcome donors to blood drives and provide friendly support before and after they give. This can include helping donors to register, answering their questions and assisting them at the refreshments table.

Hear firsthand why others have volunteered in this role: https://youtu.be/gC4Me4dL-IY. Training is free, but the support you provide is priceless. Make a difference by joining the American Red Cross to collect lifesaving blood to those in need.  

We ask that someone interested in volunteering for this position is able to commit to at least four shifts a year (average shift is 5-6 hours).

For more information contact Lee at lee.borofka@redcross.org

The Duluth Children's Museum will be swapping out our winter exhibit on Monday, April 6th and replacing it with our Farmer's Market spring & summer experience. We are looking for a group of volunteers to assist our team in removing the existing exhibit and then hauling it to our basement for storage. We will also be hauling out stored Farmer's Market exhibit pieces from upstairs to reset the space.

Have a hobby or pastime you're passionate about? Come share it with us! We're looking for people to come alongside K-12 students and teach whatever it is they're excited about. From sports, to crafts, to music, to dance, to cooking--whatever you love, we're interested in learning about it!

Please contact us to discuss your idea and potential time commitment and availability. 

Our hours during the school year are: 

Monday 2:00-8:00

Tuesday 2:00-6:00

Wednesday 2:00-8:00

Thursday 2:00-6:00

Friday 2:00-6:00

Friday Teen Night: 6:00-8:00pm

Each day we provide a meal for the 80 to 100 participants that come to our agency. During the school year, we begin serving meals at 3:30 and keep fresh food out until we close.

We do this because if a child is hungry the less focused they can be on their personal skill building projects.

The VYC wants to take the hunger out of their after school and summer day long times so that they can focus on having fun, learning positive behavior traits, and becoming aware of the need for a good education.

If you have experience in food preparation, cleaning, or would simply like to help serve healthy meals to youth within our community and have fun doing it, contact us and we can discuss your potential time commitment and availability! 

Our hours during the school year are: 

Monday 2:00-8:00

Tuesday 2:00-6:00

Wednesday 2:00-8:00

Thursday 2:00-6:00

Friday 2:00-6:00

Friday Teen Night: 6:00-8:00pm

The Valley Youth Center is in need of educational professionals with specialties in the areas of:

Physical Education

Home-Ec

Music

Arts

Theater

Outdoor Education

And/or any other subject that makes the in-school experience fun!

We are looking for these professionals to instruct and positively influence our youth participants in educational experiences and hobbies that can catch their interest and change their mind set of what school is/can be. Classes would be in the after school timeframe and/or during the summer days.

Facilitation can include similar projects or activities the students are participating in currently at school (i.e. more time than the school day allows for desired results from in-school teachers), unique projects that capture the attention of our youth, or tried and true projects.  

Class size can vary on instructor preference and behavior tolerance.

Our hours during the school year are: 

Monday 2:00-8:00

Tuesday 2:00-6:00

Wednesday 2:00-8:00

Thursday 2:00-6:00

Friday 2:00-6:00

Friday Teen Night 6:00-8:00pm

Contact us to come and be a role model for youth in our community! rsalgy@valleyyouthcenters.org 

We welcome any time commitment for this volunteer experience, whether it be for a few hours per week or a few hours per month. 

We are looking for positive adult role models to serve as academic helpers for K-8 students to complete assignments and be ready for the next school day. Approved mentors are in a supervised setting to help with homework or other academic activities, as well as provide a consistent source of emotional and social support for our clients. Please note, the academic needs are not an agency mandate but rather self-help and teacher-referrals. Meaning some days our homework helping needs are many and other days they are few(er). 

Please contact us for more information, as well as to discuss your potential time commitment and availability!

Our hours during the school year are: 

Monday 2:00-8:00

Tuesday 2:00-6:00

Wednesday 2:00-8:00

Thursday 2:00-6:00

Friday 2:00-6:00

Friday Teen Night: 6:00-8:00pm

Homework Help typically runs 3:00-5:00 but can be on a needs basis as well.

Support the work of dedicated staff caring for patients recovering from serious heart conditions or heart procedures.

“Our patients really love when our volunteers visit, it really makes a huge difference to them!”-Aaron Paske Nurse Clinical Supervisor, Level 17-Cardiology

Key Responsibilities

·         Report to the Charge Nurse for special instructions

·         Visit and provide support to patients when appropriate. 

·         Introduce yourself to staff and patients on the unit and ask them if you can help in any way.

·         Restock, sanitize, deliver mail, etc.

·         Special projects as needed

·         Observe hospital safety policies and procedures

·         Relay observations concerning patients and families to staff

·         Always respect patient confidentiality

Be part of the team in our busy surgery department. Volunteers in the surgical family waiting room are the contact point for families waiting for loved ones in surgery, and can help with communication between staff and families, as well as provide a comforting environment.

“As a surgeon, I found it very helpful to have someone keeping track of my patients’ families. The families also found it reassuring to have a contact person in the lounge.” -Paul Kosmatka, MD Division Chair, Musculoskeletal and General/Trauma/Plastic Surgery Essentia East

Key Responsibilities

·         Report to the Charge Nurse for special instructions

·         Visit and provide support to families when appropriate. 

·         Introduce yourself to staff and patients on the unit and ask them if you can help in any way.

·         Special projects as needed

·         Observe hospital safety policies and procedures

·         Relay observations to CNS and/or AHN, NICU staff, concerning patients and families

·         Always respect patient confidentiality

Patients visit the Breast Center for annual mammograms as well as for treatments related to breast health. The Breast Health Volunteer is part of a team of caring individuals who welcome patients and support their care. The volunteer’s role is to greet patients, assist with registration, and then escort patients into the unit to prepare for their exam or procedure. Volunteer assistance is also needed with processing medical paperwork and calling for imaging reports.

Key Responsibilities

·         Provide support and reassurance to patients when appropriate. 

·         Introduce yourself to staff and patients/families on the unit and ask them if you can help in any way.

·         Assist in preparing mailings to patients

·         Assemble informational folders

·         Call departments for imaging reports

·         Sanitize high touch surfaces as needed

·         Monitor the waiting area, offer coffee, magazines when appropriate

·         Verify and assist with registration and appointment scheduling.

·         Provide patients with a gown to change

·         Special projects as needed

·         Observe hospital/clinic safety policies and procedures

·         Always respect patient confidentiality guidelines

Sign up today to volunteer at our Spring 5K! From water stop volunteers to course marshals to cheer squad, this event would not be possible without the support of dedicated volunteers. Recruit a friend, family members, co-workers, etc. to sign up with you. All volunteers 14 years or older are welcome to support this magical event - the more the merrier! 

Volunteer assignments and shifts will be assigned between 9:00am - 1:00pm (~2 hour shifts). You will receive an email with your assigned role and shift by Friday, May 22nd. Sign up below to support this joyful event!  

Therapy animal visits have a tremendous impact on patients, families, and staff. Essentia Health facilities in Duluth and Superior would love to have more therapy animal teams join us!

Therapy animals must be certified by Alliance for Therapy Dogs, Pet Partners, or Therapy Dogs International.

Whether you and your pet are interested in regularly scheduled visits or occasional special events, we would love to work with you. 

Share the beauty and healing qualities of music with oncology patients at Essentia Health. Pianists are needed for brief, but regularly occurring volunteer shifts with a gorgeous view of Lake Superior. Our patients enjoy music from a variety of instruments that can provide calming and moderate volume music. We are proud to offer a baby grand piano for pianists.

Musicians are needed Mondays and Tuesdays

Set the tone for a good experience for patients and families at Essentia Health by welcoming patients and offering to direct them to appointments or services.

Wayfinders are needed in the beautiful new St. Mary's Medical Center and in other locations on our downtown Duluth campus.

Volunteer positions available Monday and Thursday afternoons.

Training is provided by our staff and experienced volunteers. 

Key Responsibilities

The expo is one of the first stops for our 20,000 participants on their trip to Duluth. Welcome them to town and direct them and their guests as they enter the Essentia Health and Fitness Expo. Volunteers will help check runner's ID's so they can receive beer in the post-race area. Volunteers will check ID's and wristband runners.

FOR SAFETY REASONS, WE CANNOT ALLOW VOLUNTEERS UNDER THE AGE OF 21 IN THIS POSITION.

The expo is located inside the Duluth Entertainment and Convention Center (DECC). Please note that parking at the DECC is $10 per day.

Sign Up online here. 

William A Irvin 5K- Start Corral

Help Kick off Grandma’s Marathon weekend with the William A Irvin 5K. Volunteers will regulate access to the start corrals and keep participants organized as they move toward the start line. Once all participants have crossed the start line, volunteers will assist with start line tear down and course marshaling.    

William A Irvin 5K- Course Marshal

Help kick off Grandma’s Marathon weekend with the William A Irvin 5K. From the time the course is closed to traffic until it is reopened, your job is to keep unauthorized vehicles, spectators, bikes, etc. off the course and make sure runners understand they are going the right way. This job does not require you to stand for the duration of your shift. You are welcome to bring a chair.  

William A Irvin 5K- Clean Up Crew

Help Kick off Grandma’s Marathon weekend with the William A Irvin 5K. Volunteers are needed to help clean up from the William A Irvin 5K and transition supplies and equipment, so Bayfront is ready for Saturday activities. This job does require volunteers to be able to lift up to 20lbs.  

Sign up online here- or email alivia@grandmasmarathon.com

Volunteers are needed to help hand out water to our over 18,000 runners on race day. Volunteers will help set up tables, pour water and Powerade, clean up after the runners, and assist with the breakdown of the water station. This is a great volunteer position for groups, families, and children. *Children must be supervised by an adult.  

Volunteers are needed at the following water stations 

Mile 3-5:30 am-9:00 am, Volunteers will access the Mile 3 Water Station at Larsmont Rd and then go west to reach the water station.

Mile 9- 6:15 am- 11:15 am, Volunteers will access the Mile 9 Water Station at Homestead Rd and then go west approximately one block.
Mile 11- 6:45 am - 11:15 am, Volunteers will access the Mile 11 Water Station at Homestead Rd and then go two miles west.

Mile 15- 5:00 am-12 pm, Volunteers will access the Mile 15 Water Station at Lakewood Rd and then go one mile east.

Mile 20- 6:00 am-2:00 pm, Mile 20 is on London Road between 47th Ave E and 51st Ave E. Please take Superior Street and take a right onto McColloch Street to find parking.

Mile 23- 5:45 am-2:30 pm, The Mile 23 Water Station is located on London Road between 19th Ave E and 20th Ave E. Parking is available above London Rd. Please observe parking ordinances and be courteous to the residents

Mile 24-6:00 am-10:00 am or 10:00 am-3:00 pm, The Mile 24 Water Station is located at Fitger’s (600 E Superior St, Duluth, MN 55802). Please access the station from a side street, as Superior Street will be closed for the race. Parking is available downtown on side streets. Please be mindful of parking restrictions and time limits. If you do park at Fitger’s or in the Pickwick lot, please remember that you will not be able to leave until the race is over.

Mile 25-6:00 am-10:00 am or 10:00 am-3:00 pm, Mile 25 is located along the racecourse between 4th and 5th Ave West on Superior Street, in front of the Maurices Building. There are several nearby parking lots and ramps between 1-3 blocks away from the water station. Street parking is also available above Superior Street. Parking fees may apply.  

Sign up online here.

Medical volunteers are a vital part of making sure our participants have a safe and enjoyable race weekend. Grandma's Marathon prides itself on having a medical volunteer at every mile marker along the course as well as 6 medical tents on the race course and a large medical operation at the finish line. 

Grandma’s Marathon is looking for advanced practitioners, RN's, AT's and PT's and General Medical volunteers to help take care of our runners on the racecourse as well as at the finish line in Canal Park. Please be sure to indicate the certifications and qualifications below when signing up. Our medical leadership team will be in touch about exact roles as race day gets closer.

Students can sign up for this shift. Please make sure to indicate during sign-up what your experience is. 

General Medical volunteers just need to be CPR and First Aid certified.

Sign up online here. 

Finish Line- Green Team

Grandma’s Marathon is proud to put on a sustainable event year after year that has a positive impact on our community. Green team volunteers are needed to monitor the recycling, compost, and trash locations to ensure waste is properly disposed of in the correct containers.

Prior knowledge of composting and recycling is not required. Anyone who wants to help us make the earth a better place is welcome! Instructions and training will be provided when you arrive.

Being a Green Team volunteer is extremely rewarding, as so many runners and spectators want to do the right thing and appreciate your help and guidance. These volunteers receive many smiles and thank you’s.

Sign Up online here

As a Course Marshal, your job includes directing runners to stay on course and maintaining a safe environment for runners by keeping cars and bikes off the course. You'll have a front-row seat (literally) of the race and plenty of opportunities to cheer! 

Volunteers are encouraged to bring a chair, snacks, sunscreen, etc., and anything else they think they would need to have a comfortable shift. Volunteers will receive the exact locations within this area from the Grandma's Marathon Office in the weeks leading up to the race. Additional instructions on where to park, what location to report to, etc. Will be sent out prior to race day.

Sign up online here. 

Grandma's Marathon began in 1977 when a group of local runners planned a scenic road race from Two Harbors to Duluth, Minnesota. There were just 150 participants that year, but organizers knew they had discovered something special. Grandma's Marathon, Inc., is now a self-governed non-profit organization with an active board of directors. Grandma's Marathon draws more than 18,000 participants for its three-race event each June. It also hosts several other running events throughout the year in support of the Young Athletes Foundation - the organization's philanthropic arm - and to be a continued leader in Duluth's healthy running culture.

Interested candidates should fill out this form and members of the board's nominating committee will be in touch with further details. 

ADVISORY COUNCIL MEMBER DESCRIPTION
LAKE SUPERIOR YMCA
Responsible to: Branch Executive Director
Term: 3 years and may be re-elected for 1 successive term.

SUMMARY
The Branch Advisory Council is a group of volunteer leaders who work in partnership with the Branch Executive Director to support the branch’s mission through volunteerism and fundraising. Council members champion the annual campaign, assist with fundraising efforts, volunteer at branch and community events, and help recruit and engage new volunteers, all while advancing YMCA values and strengthening community connections.

DUTIES
1. Actively support the achievement of branch goals.
2. Participate in committees and task forces as needed.
3. Within Association guidelines, support fundraising efforts required for financial stability and growth of the Branch and Association.
4. Assists with recruiting volunteers with clearly defined responsibilities related to Branch annual goal achievement.
5. Prepare and collaborate in meaningful committee meetings.
6. Positively promotes the mission and purpose of the YMCA in the community.

REQUIREMENTS
• Attend at least 70% of Advisory Council and committee meetings.
• Make a personal gift of significant consideration to annual and other fundraising campaigns.
• Attend special events.
• Participate on at least one standing committee, as applicable.
• Participate in annual, capital, and other fundraising campaigns.
• Actively recruit new volunteers to support annual and other fundraising campaigns.

ADVISORY COUNCIL MEMBER DESCRIPTION
LAKE SUPERIOR YMCA
Responsible to: Branch Executive Director
Term: 3 years and may be re-elected for 1 successive term.

SUMMARY
The Branch Advisory Council is a group of volunteer leaders who work in partnership with the Branch Executive Director to support the branch’s mission through volunteerism and fundraising. Council members champion the annual campaign, assist with fundraising efforts, volunteer at branch and community events, and help recruit and engage new volunteers, all while advancing YMCA values and strengthening community connections.

DUTIES
1. Actively support the achievement of branch goals.
2. Participate in committees and task forces as needed.
3. Within Association guidelines, support fundraising efforts required for financial stability and growth of the Branch and Association.
4. Assists with recruiting volunteers with clearly defined responsibilities related to Branch annual goal achievement.
5. Prepare and collaborate in meaningful committee meetings.
6. Positively promotes the mission and purpose of the YMCA in the community.

REQUIREMENTS
• Attend at least 70% of Advisory Council and committee meetings.
• Make a personal gift of significant consideration to annual and other fundraising campaigns.
• Attend special events.
• Participate on at least one standing committee, as applicable.
• Participate in annual, capital, and other fundraising campaigns.
• Actively recruit new volunteers to support annual and other fundraising campaigns.

Duluth Folk School hosts a regular monthly volunteer meetup to work on various projects throughout the building including class materials prep, light maintenance, cleaning, and more!  If you're interested in future volunteer opportunities with us, we'd love to get to know you at a Volunteer Monday! Reach out to get added to the list, and we'll loop you in on what we've got coming up.

The general nature and purpose of the Society shall be the discovery, preservation, and dissemination of knowledge about the history and prehistory of St. Louis County and the State of Minnesota.

Volunteers help support our mission and work.  Typical volunteer positions may include the following categories:

Visit our website to view a more detailed summary of volunteer positions. While scheduling is flexible for most roles, a regular commitment is highly appreciated. Please note that available opportunities vary based on current projects, exhibits, and events.

Internships are also available on a limited basis.

We appreciate your interest in St. Louis County Historical Society.

The Montgomery Sports Foundation is seeking dedicated volunteers to support our upcoming gala with planning, setup, guest check-in, auction assistance, hospitality and teardown. Join us in helping create a smooth, welcoming, and impactful event experience from start to finish. More detailed information can be found in our blog post here: https://www.montgomerysf.org/blogs/gala-committee-volunteer

Floor assistant volunteers are a key part of the team, and support the work of staff in the new St. Mary's Medical Center. This role is an ideal way to learn about career paths in healthcare, and be part of the effort to provide care and service to our patients. 

Our general medical, ICU, coronary, neurotrauma, and orthopedics floors are all in need of volunteer support. 

Key Responsibilities

Time Commitment

Weekly volunteer shift of 2-4 hours, depending on volunteer availability.

Qualifications

Physical Requirements

This position requires volunteers to be on their feet, standing or walking for the majority of a given volunteer shift. Bending and light lifting.

Support

Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) and nursing staff can support volunteer and answer question as they arise

Benefits

Help provide food to local community members!

The Community Mobile Market is a grocery store on wheels that brings fresh produce, pantry staples, and more to communities around Duluth that have limited access to fresh food.

General volunteer opportunities may include helping our team clean, organize, and prepare for the mobile market.

Mobile market or grocery giveaway volunteering will include helping set up, packing pre-orders, restocking products, directing shopper traffic, and answering customer questions. This event is commonly noisy and busy.

Click here to sign up.

In an effort to get camp ready for the summer season, we have annual work days. Groups or individual volunteers are encouraged to spend time at camp assisting with facility and property projects. There are never shortages of projects and maintenance needs including building, repairing, cleaning, gardening, organizing & painting. Join us for a fun day down at camp! There is no minimum age to volunteer, however, we ask that youth under 12 have adult supervision.
When: Friday May 8
Time: Work projects are available between 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Where: Camp Tall Pines on Lake Nebagamon
Click here to sign-up for a volunteer spot.

At Camp Tall Pines (on Lake Nebagamon), we’re looking for people who like to do any of the following: trim trees, mow on a riding mower, clear brush, weed whacking and anything else related to grounds work!
Location/Program Sites: Camp Tall Pines on Lake Nebagamon
Days & Times: This opportunity has flexible hours and can be done whenever campers are in session (which is generally Monday-Friday daytime hours June-August)

In an effort to get camp ready for the summer season, we have an annual spring work-day. Groups or individual volunteers are invited to spend time at camp assisting with facility and property projects. With 340 acres, there are never shortages of projects and maintenance needs including building, repairing, cleaning, gardening, organizing & painting. Join us for a fun day down at camp! Skilled and non-skilled projects available.  There is no minimum age to volunteer, however, we ask that youth under 12 have adult supervision.

When: Friday May 15
Time: Work projects are available between 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Where: YMCA Camp Miller, Sturgeon Lake, MN Camp Miller is located about 45 minutes south of Duluth. Click here to sign-up for a volunteer spot.

Calling all Registered Nurses, Medical Doctors, Physician Assistants or anyone who is a Licensed Prescriber!

Camp Miller relies on medical workers to provide basic health care on-site during the summer camp season. Volunteers typically sign-up for one week during the summer.  Benefits include:

If you know what great customer service looks and feels like, this is the volunteer opportunity for you!  Greeters are responsible for providing a high level of customer service.  Responsibilities include greeting members, checking them into the Y, handing out towels and equipment.  Minimum age to volunteer is 18.  Must have some computer skills and able to provide excellent customer service. 
Location/Program Sites: Downtown YMCA  
Days & Times: Flexible

In consultation with the Marketing Team, you would be designing and producing posters and flyers announcing the YMCA’s programs and services. This involves developing design concepts, selecting appropriate graphics, typestyles, papers and colors and creating designs using a variety of computer programs. A great way to build your portfolio!

We’re looking for volunteers to assist in our Child Care Center.  This program serves pre-school age children year-round.  Volunteering with the preschool program involves caring for and encouraging play with young children.  Children begin their lives by playing.  From their play activities, they learn about the world around them and the skills they need to grow.  Volunteers support and extend play through conversations and guiding interactions between children.  Volunteers can also help with various activities from reading a book to a child to assisting with food during mealtimes.    Minimum age to volunteer is 13.  Must be interested in and enjoy working with children of preschool age.
Location/Program Sites: Superior YMCA
Days & Times: Volunteer shifts are available between 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday

If you like to pop in a podcast and get down to work, this is the gig for you! You can make a big difference at the Y with assisting us with random projects! Duties may include things like wiping dust from surfaces, laminating materials, office work projects and organizing storage spaces. Minimum age to volunteer is 16.
Location/Program Sites: Superior YMCA and/or Camp Tall Pines on Lake Nebagamon
Days & Times: This opportunity has flexible hours and can be done whenever it fits your schedule

With 150,000 square feet between the Downtown Y and the Y in Hermantown, we have a lot of space to take care of! If you like to pop in a podcast and get down to work, this is the gig for you. You can make a big difference at the Y with assisting us with random projects. Duties may include things like wiping dust from surfaces, laminating materials, office work projects and organizing storage spaces. Minimum age to volunteer is 15.
Location/Program Sites: Downtown Duluth YMCA and the YMCA at the Essentia Wellness Center (Hermantown)
Days & Times: This opportunity has flexible hours and can be done whenever the Y is open.

We’re looking for volunteers who enjoy tinkering with things and working on maintenance projects. Come with experience or an interest in learning from our Maintenance Team. Volunteers have an opportunity to work with everything from landscaping and painting to building maintenance. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to learn life-long skills like how to use tools, grounds work and maintaining equipment. Minimum age to volunteer is 16.

Available Program Sites: Duluth, Superior, Hermantown

Days & Times: This opportunity has flexible hours and can be done whenever we have someone available on our maintenance team.

This program serves school-age children September-June. Volunteering with the before school program involves caring for and encouraging play with youth. Volunteers support and extend play through conversations and guiding interactions between youth on the playground, in the gymnasium, and at activity centers in the cafeteria. Volunteers can also help with various activities from reading books to assisting with food during mealtimes. Minimum age to volunteer is 16. Must be interested in and enjoy working with youth.
Location/Program Sites: Cooper Elementary School, Bryant Elementary School, Northern Lights Elementary School, and Great Lakes Elementary School.
Days & Times: Volunteer shifts are available between 7:00a.m. to 8:15 or 8:40a.m. Monday through Friday

On Saturday April 18, YMCAs across the country will be celebrating Healthy Kids Day, the YMCA’s national initiative to improve the health and well-being of kids & families. The Lake Superior YMCA will be celebrating by providing activities that develop healthy and resilient kids! Volunteers are needed to help with set-up, assisting with activities and clean-up. Minimum age to volunteer is 15.
Date: Saturday April 18
Click here to sign-up for a volunteer spot.

Volunteers are needed to help with set-up, selling concessions, assisting staff with activities like dodgeball, bingo, etc., along with clean-up. A great volunteer would be someone who really enjoys interacting with tweens and teens. Teen nights at the Y are for youth ages 10-17 and happen the last Friday of each month from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Minimum age to volunteer is 18.
When: Feb 27 | March 27 | April 24
Location: Hermantown
Click here to sign-up for a volunteer spot.

Parent's Night Out (or PNO for short), is a program where parents can drop their kids off at the Y and we provide an evening of activities, dinner, games, swimming and movies while the parents get the night to themselves. PNO is open to kids ages 5 -12 years. Volunteers are needed to help with set-up, take-down, swimming, activities such as reading stories, craft projects and playing with kids. We can take up to two volunteers for each of these events. Minimum age to volt is 15. The program runs from 4:00-8:00 p.m. Click here to sign-up for a volunteer spot.
o Friday February 27 (Hermantown)
o Friday March 27 (Duluth)
o Friday April 24 (Hermantown)

We’re looking for volunteers to help run activity stations, engage with kids & families, making sure they stay safe but also have tons of fun when they are at the Y! Activities include things like board games, yard games in the gym, art projects and more! Family Nights happen the 1st Friday of every month from 3:30-7 p.m. Minimum age to volunteer is 15. Click here to sign-up for a volunteer spot.
o Friday March 6 (Hermantown)
o Friday May 1 (Duluth)

In an effort to get camp ready for the summer season, we have an annual spring work-day. Groups or individual volunteers are invited to spend time at camp assisting with facility and property projects. With 340 acres, there are never shortages of projects and maintenance needs including building, repairing, cleaning, gardening, organizing & painting. Join us for a fun day down at camp! Skilled and non-skilled projects available.  There is no minimum age to volunteer, however, we ask that youth under 12 have adult supervision.
When: Friday May 15
Time: Work projects are available between 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Where: YMCA Camp Miller, Sturgeon Lake, MN Camp Miller is located about 45 minutes south of Duluth.
Click here to sign-up for a volunteer spot.

Do More.  Be More.
At the Y, we believe when people come together for a common cause, the whole community is strengthened. When you become a volunteer Coach or Assistant Coach, you have the opportunity to share your talents, strengths and gifts to develop skills & character in those who need it most (our kids!).
Volunteer coaching is a powerful opportunity to instill positive values and help kids develop healthy habits that extend far beyond the playing field. Our coaches provide a safe, healthy atmosphere, teach fundamentals of the game and promote the benefits of physical activity and teamwork.  Minimum age to volunteer is 13.

Schedules rotate throughout the year and include sessions for the following sports:

o   T-Ball

o   Basketball

o   Indoor & Outdoor Soccer

o   Flag Football

For more information or sign-up to volunteer as a coach, contact Shawn Pagnucci  | shawnp@lakesuperiorymca.org | 715.392.5611 ext.102

READING BUDDIES
Learn . Grow. Thrive.
Volunteer to read to kids in our preschool childcare center. Books will be available for you to read or feel free to bring one of your own! Minimum age to volunteer is 13.
When: The 2nd Thursday of the month from 9:30-10:15 a.m. and the 4th Thursday of the month from 3-3:45 p.m.
Where: Superior YMCA
Click here to reserve a spot.

Learn .  Grow.  Thrive.
Volunteer to read to kids in our preschool childcare center.  Books will be available for you to read or feel free to bring one of your own!  Minimum age to volunteer is 13.

When: Every 3rd Wednesday of the month from 9:30-10:00 a.m.

Where: YMCA at the Essentia Wellness Center | Community Room
Click here to reserve a spot.

Food for good!  The Duluth Y is assisting with community food distribution through Family Meal Kits.  Each meal kit includes two healthy recipes and all the ingredients needed for a family of 4 to make 2 complete meals.  We need help packing, distributing food and breaking down boxes.  We can take a max of 2 volunteers for this opportunity each week.  There isn’t a minimum age to volunteer but youth under age 12 must have an adult present.

Meal Packing & Distribution:

When: Thursdays between 3:00-4:30pm

Where: The YMCA at the Essentia Wellness Center in Hermantown

Click here to sign-up for a volunteer spot.

Help us capture images of our services, programs and events. Photos will be displayed on our website and in other electronic and print communications, such as brochures, social media, newsletters, etc. You should have a knowledge and interest in photography and experience as a photographer (either as a professional, hobbyist or amateur).

Assist with Rock Steady Boxing Program…A Boxing Inspired Fitness Class for People with Parkinson’s Rock Steady Boxing offers boxing-inspired fitness classes for people with Parkinson’s disease.  The goal is to improve the quality of life of people with Parkinson’s.  Volunteers are needed to help assist the boxers in wrapping hands, putting on boxing gloves, assisting boxers in getting up and down off the floor, explaining modifications and keeping morale of classes positive.  No experience necessary.  We’re looking for people who are compassionate and engaged.  Minimum age to volunteer is 16. Location/Program Sites: Hermantown Branch
Days & Times: Mondays and/or Wednesdays from 1:00-3:00 p.m. (starting in April)

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Northland is looking for individuals to join our Governing and Local Advisory Boards.

If are engaged in and understand the needs of your community (especially youth) and hope to empower and inspire all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens, that this opportunity is for you!

The Governing Board determines the strategic direction of the organization, ensures leadership & resources to meet the organization's needs, approves annual budgets, plans infrastructure, secures major gifts, sets policy and ensures compliance. 

Each community served also has a Local Advisory Board (Duluth/Superior, Grand Rapids, Hibbing). The role of the advisory board is to support local clubs to meet key performance indicators, raise funds to support the local budget, build community awareness & engagement, and to represent local needs to the Governing board. 

This program is in need of motivated volunteers that enjoy fruits and veggies and food prep for the start up of the 2025-2026 School year 

Time Frame- Mondays and Wednesdays 2-4 pm (CAN VARY) -we work with your schedule!

As a FFVP volunteer, your daily tasks would include:

Volunteers are needed at 2 pm to prepare food until about 3 or 4 pm (varies)no more than two hours.

Volunteers may choose one or two days/week.

We seek 2 volunteers per day who can commit to at least one day/week with few or no absences.

If you are interested in Volunteering, please go to our Duluth Community School Collaborative website and fill out our volunteer form and we will get in touch with you within a few days. You can directly email our Volunteer Coordinator Cassie Seeley at cassie@duluthcsc.org aswell and she can direct you in the next steps. Thank you.

Duluth Community School Collaborative is searching for School Year, Evening Volunteers, for Our Community Site Leadership Meetings

Volunteers needed to help serve food, help with childcare, and support the event where needed from 5-7 pm

Location - Myers Wilkins Elementary school 1027 N. 8th Ave E, Duluth, Mn 55805

When- Once every month or every other month during the 2025-2026 school year (we can discuss dates once the school year progresses)

Time- 5-7 pm

What- Myers Wilkins Site Community Leadership Meeting Volunteer

Expectations for Volunteer 

This is a Volunteer need all School Year long, every year, and will be ongoing.

CONTACT CASSIE OUR VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR IF YOU CAN VOLUNTEER cassie@duluthcsc.org Thank you for volunteering and as always, have a great day!

Solid Rock could really use the service of someone or a group of people that would like to prepare supper on a regular basis for the guys staying here at the shelter. We serve supper every night so ideally a few people that would like to be put on a rotation to cook here at the shelter would definitely meet our needs.  

In a single shift, you can support healthy access to food for families, children, and seniors facing hunger! From sorting, packing, and distributing food to supporting administrative tasks or events around our 15-county region, volunteers like you are the heart of Second Harvest Northland. To learn more about volunteering with us, click the RESPOND button below.

Join in on this amazing opportunity to volunteer your time with Nourish, an initiative of the nonprofit Duluth Center for Women and Children. You will be working alongside The First Ladies of The Hillside to help prepare and distribute healthy food boxes to the community. 

Here is a video that explains the food box program. In short, participating families receive one pantry bag each month, and one produce & protein bag every two weeks. Volunteers help pack the food at our Lincoln Park location, as well as take inventory. 

Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up.

LINKS: the first link will take you to our website and the second link will be a short video about food safety, please watch if you are going to sign up!!

Help Grandma's Marathon and the Young Athletes Foundation kick off spring training with the Fitger's 5K on Saturday, April 18, 2026.  Volunteers are needed to help with race set up, course marshaling, start line corrals, and at the finish line.

These races help fund the Young Athletes Foundation's programming in the community, such as; free races for youth 18 and under, free running shoes for high school athletes, and a grant program for youth athletic programs. 

Interested volunteers should email Alivia@grandmasmarathon.com or call 218-727-0947.

Join in on this amazing opportunity to volunteer your time with Nourish, an initiative of the nonprofit Duluth Center for Women and Children. You will be working alongside The First Ladies of The Hillside to help prepare and distribute healthy meal kits to the community. 

MAKE SURE TO WATCH THE SHORT SAFETY VIDEO BELOW AT THE BOTTOM OF THE DESCRIPTION BEFORE SIGNING UP

Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up.

LINKS: the first link will take you to our website and the second link will be a short video about food safety, please watch if you are going to sign up!!

The Duluth Bethel is recruiting up to 8 new members to join our Board of Directors. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for the community and are interested in supporting the Duluth Bethel as a non-profit organization providing substance use disorder services and correctional halfway house services to individuals looking to change their lives. 

Primary duties:

Our Board is responsible for the purpose, programs and public accountability of the nonprofit organization

Members would:

Attend monthly board meetings, read background information and reports provided prior to Board meetings Membership on one committee of the Board- Finance, Marketing, Program                                                   
Represent the organization in the community and enhance the public image                                                   Engage in strategic planning sessions as needed                                                                                                  Monitor and evaluate the job performance of the Executive Director

Board meetings are held on the third Thursday of each month from 3:30pm-4:30pm. Committee meetings are on either the second or third Thursday of the month.

We are seeking applicants with diverse perspectives and experiences as well as experience in the following areas:

Duluth Bethel complies with applicable federal civil rights laws, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disabilities, sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

Make a meaningful difference- one meal at a time! Join a friendly team of volunteers who share a Meals on Wheels delivery route on Fridays. You'd only need to deliver meals once every six weeks, making it an easy way to give back while connecting with your community. Interested in learning more? Call Kirsten at 218-409-5991 for details.

We need your help to keep great books accessible to communities 24/7. Visit Little Free Libraries in your community to distribute books! 

We can suggest where to look for free or inexpensive books, or if you already have some, you can share those too. You can find book-sharing boxes near you using our world map or free mobile app. Volunteers over 18 anywhere in the U.S. where there are Little Free Libraries can register for this opportunity. 

Register on our website to get started. If it's your first time signing up with Team LFL, you will be prompted to create an account in our volunteer hub. Once you sign up, you will get access to tips & resources that you review independently online. Our Little Free Library staff can answer your questions by email. You can share books whenever it works for you.  

This is a great opportunity for solo volunteers looking for something flexible to fit their schedule, or for parents looking for a volunteer activity they can do with kids. 

Purpose: By keeping Little Free Libraries full of books, you are helping to build community, inspire readers, and expand book access. 

Responsibilities:

Time required: You set your own schedule. It could be a one-time project or a regular book distribution schedule.

How we can support you: We'll help you start with some online training, and we will suggest sources for books.

Qualifications:

Questions: You can contact the Community Engagement Manager to ask questions. 

Communities are hungry for books! Help Little Free Library fulfill its mission of book access for everyone by coordinating a local book drive. You can lead a book drive and distributed the collected books to local Little Free Libraries. Little Free Library staff can answer your questions along the way. 

This is a flexible volunteer opportunity. You can coordinate your book drive during the times that work best for you and your community. Volunteers over 18 anywhere in the U.S. where there are Little Free Libraries can register for this opportunity.

How to get started: Register on our website. If it's your first time volunteering with Team LFL, you will be asked to create an account in our volunteer hub. After you register, we will send you a guide about how to coordinate a book drive. Then, staff will check in with you by email to offer support for your book drive planning.

Purpose: By keeping Little Free Libraries filled with books, you are helping to build community, inspire readers, and expand book access. 

Responsibilities:

Time Required: A typical book drive lasts about two weeks to one month, plus time beforehand to plan and promote the drive. 

Training & Resources Available: We will help you get to know our organization and share our tips for planning a successful book drive. 

Qualifications:

Benefits: Experience the satisfaction of getting more books into the hands of readers while connecting with your community. Volunteers in the US will get a free Little Free Library t-shirt after you record your impact in the Team LFL online hub. 

Supervision & Support: You can connect with the Community Engagement Manager to ask questions. 

For many homebound older adults, a beloved dog or cat is more than a pet — they are family. Companionship, laughter, routine, and unconditional love help fight loneliness and support emotional and mental well-being.

However, keeping a pet healthy can be challenging for seniors who struggle with driving, carrying food, or physically managing the tasks associated with pet care.

That’s where YOU come in.

Pet Companion Volunteers help seniors remain safely and happily at home with their pets by providing practical support, friendly connections, and peace of mind.

Your visit may be the bright spot of someone’s week — and their pet’s tail-wag or purr will thank you, too.

What You May Do

Volunteers choose tasks that match their comfort and ability, such as:

*Package up and deliver pet food or litter
*Assist with simple pet care (feeding, brushing, walking, and cleanup)
*Provide transportation for veterinary appointments
*Chat and check in with the senior to ensure pet needs are being met
*Offer companionship — to both owner and pet!
*Help fundraise or collect pet food donations, or share our program with others who may want to give (churches, civic groups, workplaces, businesses, etc.)

Who We’re Looking For

*Kind, reliable volunteers who:
*Love pets and enjoy helping their owners
*Can provide friendly, respectful conversation and maintain confidentiality
*Are comfortable working independently
*Want to make a meaningful difference in someone’s life
*Enjoy connecting with community groups and helping gather supplies to keep the program thriving

Background checks and a short orientation will be provided.

Join in on this amazing opportunity to volunteer your time with Nourish, an initiative of the nonprofit Duluth Center for Women and Children. You will be working alongside The First Ladies of The Hillside to help prepare and distribute healthy meal kits to the community. 

MAKE SURE TO WATCH THE SHORT SAFETY VIDEO BELOW AT THE BOTTOM OF THE DESCRIPTION BEFORE SIGNING UP

Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up.

LINKS: the first link will take you to our website and the second link will be a short video about food safety, please watch if you are going to sign up!!

Interested in organization?

Supporting the organization of our Lincoln Park Middle School Clothing and Supply Closet is needed !!!!

Duluth Community School Collaborative is in need of Volunteers to help sort, organize, label bins, make sure clothes are clean, make an inventory list, all in our pantry at LPMS. This is a great volunteer activity for someone wanting to support the community.

We are looking for volunteers that could come one time a month for a few hours

Duties would be :

We can accommodate to your schedule

Time frame allowed for this volunteer opportunity

If you are interested in Volunteering, please go to our Duluth Community School Collaborative Website and fill out our volunteer form and I will get in touch with you within a few days. You can directly email our Volunteer Coordinator, Cassie Seeley at cassie@duluthcsc.org as well and she can direct you in the next steps. Thank you.

Volunteer and help older adults and caregivers in your community!

As a Minnesota Aging Pathways volunteer, you will learn new skills, meet new people, gain a greater sense of purpose, and much more - all while giving back to your community. 

You can volunteer locally and do community outreach, help people with Medicare, help people complete forms and applications, or give educational presentations. 

Once you complete a successful background check and training, you’ll receive a certification as a State Health Insurance & Assistance Program (SHIP) counselor. After that, you will continue to receive ongoing support, guidance, and training. 

If you are interested in a rewarding volunteer opportunity or for more information, please call Minnesota Aging Pathways at 800.333.2433.

This is a wonderful opportunity to create hope, strength and joy for a child with a critical illness! Wish granters sign up to grant the wish of a child in their area, meet the child and their family, help the child determine their top wish ideas, and then stay in contact to keep their spirits up while staff work on the logistics of the wish! Wish granting volunteers work in teams of two or three to plan and help fulfill each wish and have the opportunity to make the wish as unique as each child. Wish granters also act as the liaison between the family and the Foundation and assist in seeking in-kind donations of goods for the child’s wish. 

Training is provided, and is flexible with your schedule!

Help create a “home-like” environment for the people we serve by assisting with serving the evening meal. You’ll provide basic dignity to survivors by providing them with comfort and nourishment while also following food safety guidelines.

Key Responsibilities: The Shelter works with a food service to provide meals for shelter residents. Volunteers will help prep the kitchen, serve food, and clean up after the meal. Volunteers will be working alongside Safe Haven advocate staff during this task.

Impact of the Assignment: You will help create a safe place for individuals to heal. Having a volunteer to help with serving meals allows more one on one time with the advocates and individuals we serve.

Time Commitment: 1 day over the week, 4:30-6:30pm. We are also flexible to those who want to volunteer on a bi-weekly or monthly basis.

Qualifications:

After onboarding as a volunteer, you:

Training: Volunteers in this position will go through Safe Haven’s basic Domestic Violence 101 Training. Volunteers will then shadow current staff and volunteers to learn the basic tasks of the position.

Benefits to volunteer: This is an opportunity where you can make a difference. Feeding families will leave you with a sense of accomplishment and provide some of the basic needs to survivors!

Grandma's Marathon is lucky to have a dedicated team of key volunteers and volunteer captains committed to making our race weekend a success. Volunteer captains and key volunteers are responsible for many areas of the event, including overseeing our 15 water stations, runner hospitality, working with course marshals, start & finish line areas, planning of the William A. Irvin 5K, and much more.

If you are an organized individual who enjoys helping others and is also passionate about Grandma's Marathon or special events, please reach out to our Program Director Alivia Nelson via email at alivia@grandmasmarathon.com to inquire about being a volunteer captain.

Finish Line Food Captain

Role Summary: Oversee the distribution of food to to Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon Finisher and Grandma’s Marathon Finishers on race day.

·       Volunteers

o   Assist in recruiting volunteers to hand our food

o   Communicate regularly with Program Director about volunteer recruitment numbers and needs. Program Director will supplement volunteers, if needed

o   Connect with recruited volunteers to provide information about their shift.

o   Manage volunteers on race morning including check in, giving instructions, etc.

o   Identify and assign area leaders from race day volunteers as needed 

·       Attend 2 finish line captain meetings in April and June and wrap up meeting in July/August

·       Attend Friday evening finish area walk through (if possible) to be aware of any last-minute updates and meet other captains

·       Assess and communicate equipment needs to office

·       Race Day

o   Check in with marathon staff and begin setting up station

o   Arrive approximately 1 hour before volunteers arrive to begin setting up t-shirts

o   Be the point of contact for volunteers, vendors, and the marathon office at your finish line station

·       Provide feedback about improvements that can be made in future years.

2026 Grandma’s Marathon Volunteer Captain Openings

Grandma's Marathon is lucky to have a dedicated team of key volunteers and volunteer captains committed to making our race weekend a success. Volunteer captains and key volunteers are responsible for many areas of the event, including overseeing our 15 water stations, runner hospitality, working with course marshals, start & finish line areas, planning of the William A. Irvin 5K, and much more.

If you are an organized individual who enjoys helping others and is also passionate about Grandma's Marathon or special events, please reach out to our Program Director Alivia Nelson via email at alivia@grandmasmarathon.com to inquire about being a volunteer captain.

Finish Line Heatsheet Captain

Role Summary: Oversee the distribution of heatsheets to Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon Finisher and Grandma’s Marathon Finishers on race day.

·       Volunteers

o   Assist in recruiting volunteers to hand our heatsheets

o   Communicate regularly with Program Director about volunteer recruitment numbers and needs. Program Director will supplement volunteers, if needed

o   Connect with recruited volunteers to provide information about their shift.

o   Manage volunteers on race morning including check in, giving instructions, etc.

o   Identify and assign area leaders from race day volunteers as needed 

·       Attend 2 finish line captain meetings in April and June and wrap up meeting in July/August

·       Attend Friday evening finish area walk through (if possible) to be aware of any last-minute updates and meet other captains

·       Assess and communicate equipment needs to office

·       Race Day

o   Check in with marathon staff and begin setting up station

o   Arrive approximately 1 hour before volunteers arrive to begin setting up  

o   Be the point of contact for volunteers, additional vendors, and the marathon office at your finish line station

·       Provide feedback about improvements that can be made in future years.

Grandma's Marathon is lucky to have a dedicated team of key volunteers and volunteer captains committed to making our race weekend a success. Volunteer captains and key volunteers are responsible for many areas of the event, including overseeing our 15 water stations, runner hospitality, working with course marshals, start & finish line areas, planning of the William A. Irvin 5K, and much more.

If you are an organized individual who enjoys helping others and is also passionate about Grandma's Marathon or special events, please reach out to our Program Director Alivia Nelson via email at alivia@grandmasmarathon.com to inquire about being a volunteer captain.

Course Marshal Captains- William A Irvin 5K

Role Summary: Oversee a section of the William A Irvin 5K course on Friday of Race Weekend to ensure participant and spectator safety and assist with course set-up/clean up. Provide direction and support to your section course marshals and communicate with Grandma’s Marathon staff & race officials.

·       Assist in recruiting a few volunteers to help in your racecourse section

·       Attend one racecourse captain meeting in April/May for position orientation

·       Pick up and distribute volunteer supplies (T-shirts, safety vests, traffic flags) as needed

·       Drive/bike/walk your racecourse section ahead of the event to familiarize yourself

·       Reach out to section volunteers ahead of race day to introduce yourself and provide contact information

·       Race Day

o   Check in with all course marshal volunteers in your section pre-race and throughout the day (a bike is recommended for course marshal captains only). Be point of contact, answer questions, provide coverage for breaks, etc.

o   Coordinate with other volunteer groups in your section (such as water stations, course entertainers or medical)

o   Serve as a key point of contact on the racecourse, communicating needs or concerns to Grandma’s Marathon staff and helping to troubleshoot if necessary.

o   Cheer on runners, and assist with opening the racecourse safely as the end of the race reaches your section.

·       Provide feedback about improvements that can be made in future years.

Grandma's Marathon is lucky to have a dedicated team of key volunteers and volunteer captains committed to making our race weekend a success. Volunteer captains and key volunteers are responsible for many areas of the event, including overseeing our 15 water stations, runner hospitality, working with course marshals, start & finish line areas, planning of the William A. Irvin 5K, and much more.

If you are an organized individual who enjoys helping others and is also passionate about Grandma's Marathon or special events, please reach out to our Program Director Alivia Nelson via email at alivia@grandmasmarathon.com to inquire about being a volunteer captain.

Final Finisher Captain

Role Summary: Help ensure that our last finishers have the same amazing experience as the first. This role will coordinate obtaining refreshments & supplies from other finish line captains and distributing to final finishers as they cross the line.

Grandma's Marathon is lucky to have a dedicated team of key volunteers and volunteer captains committed to making our race weekend a success. Volunteer captains and key volunteers are responsible for many areas of the event, including overseeing our 15 water stations, runner hospitality, working with course marshals, start & finish line areas, planning of the William A. Irvin 5K, and much more.

If you are an organized individual who enjoys helping others and is also passionate about Grandma's Marathon or special events, please reach out to our Program Director Alivia Nelson via email at alivia@grandmasmarathon.com to inquire about being a volunteer captain.

Course Marshal Captains

Role Summary: Oversee a section of the Grandma’s Marathon racecourse to ensure participant and spectator safety and assist with course set-up/clean up. Provide direction and support to your section course marshals and communicate with Grandma’s Marathon staff & race officials.

Senior Connections 'COMPANION PET PROGRAM' in Superior, WI is seeking volunteers to deliver pet food and pet supplies to senior citizens in our community that are on the Meals on Wheels program. You would use your own vehicle to make the deliveries. Please call Tracy at 715-394-3611 if you have any questions at all. Thank you!

Help support CORE's work to enrich the lives of older adults and reduce food insecurity by volunteering as a cashier at CORE's Encore Resale Store.

Duties include:

Proceeds from Encore Resale Store provide funding to make programs such as wellness classes, arts and education and a durable medical lending closet possible.

The Warming Center is a safe nighttime space for people who are experiencing homelessness or stranded during Duluth’s cold winter months. As many as 100 people will check in to the Warming Center every night, some just to warm up and some to spend the entire night.

Evening Volunteers (7-10pm) help with:

Morning Volunteers (7-9am) help with:

If you are interested in volunteering for the Warming Center, please respond to this volunteer need or email Bud, btrnka@chumduluth.org or Drew, afilkins@chumduluth.org (or click respond below) and we will follow up with you on next steps.

We’re looking for volunteers who enjoy tinkering with things and working on maintenance projects. Come with experience or an interest in learning from our Maintenance Team. Volunteers have an opportunity to work with everything from landscaping and painting to building maintenance. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to learn life-long skills like how to use tools, grounds work and maintaining equipment. Minimum age to volunteer is 15.
Available Program Sites: Duluth, Superior, Hermantown
Days & Times: This opportunity has flexible hours and can be done whenever we have someone available on our maintenance team.

Join in on this amazing opportunity to volunteer your time with Nourish, an initiative of the nonprofit Duluth Center for Women and Children. You will be working alongside The First Ladies of The Hillside to help prepare and distribute healthy meal kits to the community. 

MAKE SURE TO WATCH THE SHORT SAFETY VIDEO BELOW AT THE BOTTOM OF THE DESCRIPTION BEFORE SIGNING UP

Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up.

LINKS: the first link will take you to our website and the second link will be a short video about food safety, please watch if you are going to sign up!!

Greeters for the IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance site will welcome all participants and assist them with obtaining the correct paperwork as well as helping with the completion of paperwork if necessary.

Help support CORE's work to enrich the lives of older adults and reduce food insecurity by providing customer support at CORE's Encore Resale Store.

Duties include:  

1. Customer Support:

2. Maintain Store Appearance

3. Donations

Proceeds from Encore Resale Store provide funding to make programs such as wellness classes, arts and education and a durable medical lending closet possible.