Support individuals and staff at community outings by pushing wheelchairs, walking with clients, etc.

Assist or lead activities such as crafts, games, music, yoga, and much more! Dig into your creative side and help us put together fun events like Halloween party, formal dances, etc.

Assist with various events such as the annual Gala in the Gardens, Taste and Toast, 5K walks, holiday markets, and art fairs. Volunteers help with registration, greeting guests, and behind-the-scenes preparation.

Volunteers are needed to support youth education programs serving over 40,000 children annually. Former teachers are encouraged to apply, and additional training will be provided. Volunteers also assist with adult education programs on plant-related topics.

Volunteer with the Plant Conservation Program to maintain a seed bank for imperiled plants, study Minnesota's terrestrial orchids, and conduct field studies. Tasks include cleaning seed collections, conducting research, and collecting data.

Pack and deliver food for up to three families in the areas of Chaska, Chanhassen, Carver, and Victoria. Ensure timely and accurate delivery of food items.

Greet and assist clients in shopping and weighing their food. Provide a non-judgmental, compassionate experience to those in need.

Pick up grocery items from local grocery stores and restaurants. Volunteers help maintain a steady supply of food for the shelf.

Assist in receiving, weighing, and sorting food donations and deliveries, and restocking store shelves. Volunteers ensure the efficient operation of the food distribution process.

Assist with fundraisers, food drives, marketing, newsletters, website updates, and donation thank you's. Volunteers help raise awareness and support for the food shelf's mission.

Be part of a group of individuals who come in weekly to clean the building. Volunteers help maintain a welcoming and hygienic environment for clients and staff.

Greets clients, answers phones, schedules appointments, and performs data entry. Help maintain a welcoming environment for all visitors.

To protect life and property by performing fire fighting, emergency aid, hazardous materials, and fire prevention duties, under the direction of district command staff. Maintains fire equipment, apparatus and facilities. Essential Functions • Performs firefighting activities including driving fire apparatus, operating pumps and related equipment, laying hose, and performing fire combat, containment and extinguishment tasks. • Performs emergency aid activities including administering first aid and providing other assistance as required. • Participates in fire drills, attends classes in firefighting, emergency medical, hazardous materials, and related subjects. • Receives and relays fire calls and alarms. • Operates radio and other communication equipment. • Provides “first responder” emergency medical services. • Participates in the inspection of buildings, hydrants, and other structures in fire prevention programs. • Maintains fire equipment, apparatus and facilities. Performs minor repairs to district equipment. • Performs general maintenance work in the upkeep of fire facilities and equipment, cleans and washes walls and floors; cares for grounds around station; makes minor repairs; washes and dries hose; washes, cleans, polishes, maintains and tests apparatus and equipment. | Requirements: Minimum requirements are: o High School Diploma or GED equivalent o Must be at least 18 years of age o Valid Drivers License Desired Knowledge: o Working knowledge of driver safety, working knowledge of first aid. o Ability to learn the operation of fire suppression and other emergency equipment. o Qualified in the application of standard firefighting, emergency aid, hazardous materials, and fire prevention techniques. o Ability to perform strenuous work for prolonged periods of time under conditions of extreme height, intense heat or cold, noise, smoke, or obscured vision during fire fighting, rescue, hazardous materials, medical response, and training. o Ability to act effectively in emergency and stressful situations. o Ability to understand and follow both verbal and written instructions. o Effective written and oral communication skills. o Ability to establish effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the general public. o Must be able to pass a medical exam and the District physical ability test. | Categories: EMT, Firefighter

Learn the collection development process of the History Center. You will archive photographs or artifacts while teamed with an experienced volunteer to build a legacy of resources for future researchers.

Practice your friendly and helpful greeting skills in this position. Your primary responsibility includes answering the phone, greeting visitors, and assisting guests as they research and view displays and explore Chaska history.

Assist with decorating or as a program or tour leader. This role is perfect for those with limited availability who want to contribute to events and programs at the Chaska Historical Society.

Team up with others interested in sharing Chaska's history. This role requires an artistic eye, problem-solving skills, clear communication skills, and the ability to work with others.

Write grants to help draft proposals so Hope House can stay funded. Connect us to community members or resources like other non-profits, granting organizations, or people or schools who you think would be interested in learning more about Hope House.

Help plan an event or volunteer at one. We have an upcoming event in Chanhassen in September 2024.

Provide a meal for 8, which can be homemade, store-bought, or restaurant take-out. This helps the staff focus on teens. Meals can also be dropped off for the freezer to be enjoyed at a later date.