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Volunteer Opportunities and resources

 

Volunteer/Grant Opportunities:

  • Friends of the Mississippi River - Check out their calendar for events, including cleanups, educational programs, restoration projects and even large-group service outings! 

  • Become a mentor!  Women Achieving New Directions: "Inspire single moms to live and work sustainably by sharing your passion for the environment and knowledge of your green career. We are seeking volunteers, job leads, and connections in general with people who are working in eco education, sustainability, and green fields or companies.  We have opportunities that can fit any schedule, working directly with clients in a workshop setting or providing individual mentoring by phone, email, or in person. If you have a heart for helping single moms achieve greater economic success for themselves and their children in the green marketplace, we would like to hear from you. Please call Louann Lanning at 612-752-8560.  

  • Minnesota Pollution Control Agency:  Citizen Lake & Stream Monitoring Opportunities

  • Science Museum of Minnesota: Multiple volunteer opportunities available!  Boost your resume and get free benefits to the Science Museum!

  • NEW! Hour Dollars Sevice Exchange Program:  The primary purpose of Hour Dollars is to provide a way for neighbors to easily exchange time and services. When neighbors exchange services,
    they build strong ties within the community, and everyone benefits.

  • Recycling Association of Minnesota: Compost Bin and Rain Barrel Sale Volunteer Opportunities.  Volunteer a day of your time and earn a free rain barrel or compost bin! To volunteer and get your FREE rain barrel or compost bin contact: Maggie Mattacola today.  To learn more about RAM and the 2nd Annual Rain Barrel and Compost Bin Sale visit www.recycleminnesota.org

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To add your volunteer opportunity, e-mail details to The Forum.