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: Rainbow Route Bus Aide

United Way is seeking dedicated volunteers to serve as Bus Aides for the Rainbow Route Preschool Bus. As a Bus Aide, you will help supervise and engage with preschool children during their ride to and from school. This is a fun and meaningful way to support young children while ensuring their safety on the bus.

Schedule

Monday through Thursday
Time: Daytime hours

Responsibilities

Arrive at SMART Transit at the assigned time
Retrieve the Rainbow Route Bus Aide bag
Ride the bus and assist children with seat belts
Sing songs, engage with the children, and ensure a safe ride

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years old and possess a valid driver's license (You will not drive the bus; the license is just required) Must pass a background check ** Before you get on the bus, you will need to pass a background check**Enjoy working with young children Reliable, flexible, and able to sit and stand as needed

NEXT STEPS: 

Once you sign up, the Rainbow Route Bus Coordinator, Velerie, will contact you for a background check. After passing, she will help schedule your bus ride shifts.Call Velerie at 507-481-3585 for questions. 

Agency: United Way of Mower County

United Way is seeking dedicated volunteers to serve as Bus Aides for the Rainbow Route Preschool Bus. As a Bus Aide, you will help supervise and engage with preschool children during their ride to and from school. This is a fun and meaningful way to support young children while ensuring their safety on the bus.

Schedule

Monday through Thursday
Time: Daytime hours

Responsibilities

Arrive at SMART Transit at the assigned time
Retrieve the Rainbow Route Bus Aide bag
Ride the bus and assist children with seat belts
Sing songs, engage with the children, and ensure a safe ride

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years old and possess a valid driver's license (You will not drive the bus; the license is just required) Must pass a background check ** Before you get on the bus, you will need to pass a background check**Enjoy working with young children Reliable, flexible, and able to sit and stand as needed

NEXT STEPS: 

Once you sign up, the Rainbow Route Bus Coordinator, Velerie, will contact you for a background check. After passing, she will help schedule your bus ride shifts.Call Velerie at 507-481-3585 for questions. 

Agency: United Way of Mower County

Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 55912

Allow Groups: No