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Flexible Schedule
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Rochester, MN 55904
FSR Fresh is a Family Service Rochester initiative created in response to COVID-19 and community food insecurities. Every Monday/Wednesday/Friday FSR receives a food donation that is then distributed to local community members. We are looking for volunteers to help with the food box sortation and assembly. This is a much needed services and you would play a VITAL role! Details: Once food donation arrives volunteer would help to unload, weigh, sort, and divide food for distribution. We typically assemble 15-30 boxes per day. Volunteer would need to be able to lift boxes up to 50lbs. Volunteer would also help clean and sanitize after the sortation is complete. Volunteer would be working with 2-3 other people. Time: Food box sortation and assembly happens every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday morning. Hours would be 9:00am-11:30am (approximately) For consistency we are looking for a volunteer who would be able to help weekly (1 or 2 days per week) Location: Family Service Rochester South Office (1625 Highway 14 E, Rochester, MN55904) *Location may be subject to change.
Date Posted: Dec 30, 2020
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Flexible Schedule
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Faribault, MN 55021
Are you looking for a simple way to help someone in our community? Are you a safe driver? Becoming a Volunteer Driver is an opportunity that can really make a difference in the quality of someone's life! Our Team of Volunteers Drivers helps older adults and those with disabilities stay mobile with ride assistance. Onboarding Process: We ask volunteers to complete a 3-step application process that includes a background check, watching a short orientation video, and signing a confidentiality/privacy policy statement. Once these three steps are complete you are ready to be matched and to start volunteering! Questions? If you are interested in more information on our Transportation Program please contact one of our Senior Independence Team Members at 507-287-2010 x1082 or volunteers@familyservicerochester.org
Date Posted: Apr 6, 2021
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Flexible Schedule
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Rochester, MN 55904
An elderly woman is requesting an ongoing relationship with a volunteer who would be willing to spend time with her weekly. Activities could include running errands to the store together, playing cards or games, taking walks together, etc. **Volunteer would have to complete a background check prior to volunteering; this can be completed online and free of charge through Family Service Rochester. Thank you for considering this request!
Date Posted: Apr 29, 2021
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Jun 14
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Jul 29
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10:00 AM
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02:30 PM
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Rochester, MN 55904
Meadow Park Summer Youth Program The Meadow Park Summer Program blends learning and fun! This 6 week course will provide students with different hands-on learning activities. Students will experience a unique mix of learning and major fun. Volunteers are needed to help supervise and direct activities. Volunteers can come as little or as often as they want by signing up in advance for date(s). WHEN: June 14 - July 29 (Monday-Thursday) TIMES: 10:00am-2:30PM *Different shifts are available during that time if you are not able to do the full 4.5 hours. LOCATION: 1315 6th Ave SE, Rochester, MN 55904 WHO: Kindergarten to 12 th graders WHAT: Activities-soccer, basketball, nature hikes, arts/crafts, gardening, reading/math, biking, water games, cooking, games, metal detecting, martial arts, fishing. Share enthusiasm with children, be their teammate, read with them, help them learn how to figure out the clues to the mystery. *LUNCH included **Volunteer must complete a background check prior to volunteering.
Date Posted: May 13, 2021
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Flexible Schedule
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Rochester, MN 55904
We are seeking volunteers to help with light housekeeping/cleaning for our senior clients. Some housekeeping tasks include: sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, helping with laundry, cleaning bathrooms or kitchens... it really varies by the homeowner and their needs. Flexible schedule. Volunteer would coordinate with the client the date/time that would work. Volunteers are able to donate whatever time works with their schedule. Application Process: We ask volunteers to complete a 3-step application process that includes a background check, watching a short orientation video, and signing a confidentiality/privacy policy statement. Once these three steps are complete you are ready to be matched and to start volunteering! COVID-19 precautions: Since you’d be going into the home we do ask that you’d take your temperature the day of volunteering as well as wearing a mask, face shield, and gloves while inside the residence and maintaining 6ft distance with the homeowner. Questions? If you would like more information please contact one of our Senior Independence Team Members at 507-287-2010 or volunteers@familyservicerochester.org
Date Posted: Dec 30, 2020
