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GET INVOLVED

At Family Promise, volunteers are the backbone of all of our programs. For more than twenty-years, volunteers in Rochester have made meals, provided friendship, read stories, and offered compassion and support. Family Promise Rochester offers many exciting opportunities to use your skills for impact through virtual, in-person, and corporate volunteering. For more information on getting involved, visit our volunteer portal.

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  • How much time do I need to commit?
    That depends on how much time you can give and the type of volunteer opportunity that interests you. Life Skills or Family Fun Nights are just a few hours and are perfect for volunteers with busy schedules. For those with a bit more time, our "done in a day" projects, like gardening, seasonal yardwork, or helping at a special event, work well. Whereas volunteering to teach skills is best for volunteers who are capable of a longer time commitment.
  • Can I volunteer once or do I have to make an ongoing commitment?
    Family Promise volunteers can have a lasting impact on a family's life without making a huge time commitment. One-time volunteer opportunities - such as helping at a special event or participating in a supply drive- exist and work well for those with full schedules. There are also opportunities for volunteers who are able to make a more long-term, regular commitment.
  • Will I receive volunteer training?
    Family Promise wants every volunteer to feel comfortable, so we do offer training. Volunteers directly working with our families are required to go through an orientation. Additional training, tailored to the specific volunteer project, will also be provided.
  • Can I volunteer with my family?
    We offer opportunities for entire families to volunteer. For example, families often enjoy volunteering in the evenings when they can share a meal with the guest families and children can enjoy some play time together.
  • Are there opportunities to volunteer with my coworkers?
    There are opportunities for you to volunteer with a group of colleagues or even with just a single coworker. Reach out to our Operations Coordinator, Demery Maughan, for more information: dmaughan@fprochestermn.org
  • What are the hours during which volunteers can help?
    Family Promise offers volunteer opportunities during the day, in the evening, and on weekends. Scheduling depends on the type of volunteer activity.
  • Do you offer virtual volunteer opportunities?
    Yes, virtual volunteers are welcome. Virtual volunteers can help with resume and interview assistance, public relations, fundraising, and even some administrative tasks.
  • Are the projects listed here the only volunteer opportunities?
    Our volunteer portal provides an overview of the ways in which you can volunteer your time to help children and families. Connect with our Operations Coordinator, Demery Maughan, for additional projects or to present your own project idea.

Volunteer FAQs

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