Volunteer Opportunities From: United Way of Mower County

Volunteer: Backpack Program - Tote Distribution

Help deliver food totes to local Austin schools so students can have food for the weekend. This is for delivering totes, not packing food.

You have three shift options to choose from: 3:45 PM, 4:00 PM, 4:15 PM

What to Expect:

Arrive at your selected shift. Pick-up: Start at Austin Aspires, 318 N Main St. Delivery: You’ll be assigned a school with instructions and contact numbers. Vehicle Space: Must fit 3–4 totes (23" x 17 ¼" x 16 ⅝"). Drop-off: Deliver totes to the school janitor. Time: About 30 minutes per delivery.

Requirements:

Car, valid driver’s license, and insurance. Only the driver earns volunteer credit (not passengers). United Way is not liable for accidents. 

Contact Velerie at 507-437-2313 or Velerie@uwmower.org

Agency: United Way of Mower County

Help deliver food totes to local Austin schools so students can have food for the weekend. This is for delivering totes, not packing food.

You have three shift options to choose from: 3:45 PM, 4:00 PM, 4:15 PM

What to Expect:

Arrive at your selected shift. Pick-up: Start at Austin Aspires, 318 N Main St. Delivery: You’ll be assigned a school with instructions and contact numbers. Vehicle Space: Must fit 3–4 totes (23" x 17 ¼" x 16 ⅝"). Drop-off: Deliver totes to the school janitor. Time: About 30 minutes per delivery.

Requirements:

Car, valid driver’s license, and insurance. Only the driver earns volunteer credit (not passengers). United Way is not liable for accidents. 

Contact Velerie at 507-437-2313 or Velerie@uwmower.org

Agency: United Way of Mower County

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 55912

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Backpack Program - Food Packing

The United Way's Backpack Program provides weekend food for children in need. Volunteers will pack child-friendly, easy-to-prepare meals and snacks into bags for discreet distribution.

This volunteer opportunity is open to all community members, including adults, students, and families, who are interested in helping with the Backpack Program.

Tasks: Food bag assembly, lifting, bending, and ensuring accuracy in packing.

Location: Austin Aspires Building, 318 North Main Street, Austin, MN 55912. 

For questions or to schedule a private packing date for a large group, please contact Velerie at velerie@uwmower.org

Agency: United Way of Mower County

The United Way's Backpack Program provides weekend food for children in need. Volunteers will pack child-friendly, easy-to-prepare meals and snacks into bags for discreet distribution.

This volunteer opportunity is open to all community members, including adults, students, and families, who are interested in helping with the Backpack Program.

Tasks: Food bag assembly, lifting, bending, and ensuring accuracy in packing.

Location: Austin Aspires Building, 318 North Main Street, Austin, MN 55912. 

For questions or to schedule a private packing date for a large group, please contact Velerie at velerie@uwmower.org

Agency: United Way of Mower County

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 55912

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Local Disaster Volunteer (Age 18 +)

Every day people are forced from their homes due to disasters. Single- and multi-family fires account for 90% of disaster responses. YOU can help us respond to disasters in your community. YOU can be there for the family in need. As a member of the Disaster Action Team you respond to emergencies, ensuring that those affected have access to resources for basic necessities such as food, shelter and clothing.

To learn more Click Here.

Questions or assistance email: MNDAKVolunteer@redcross.org

Agency: American Red Cross Southeast MN Chapter

Every day people are forced from their homes due to disasters. Single- and multi-family fires account for 90% of disaster responses. YOU can help us respond to disasters in your community. YOU can be there for the family in need. As a member of the Disaster Action Team you respond to emergencies, ensuring that those affected have access to resources for basic necessities such as food, shelter and clothing.

To learn more Click Here.

Questions or assistance email: MNDAKVolunteer@redcross.org

Agency: American Red Cross Southeast MN Chapter

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 55912

Allow Groups: No