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Agape316 is a Christian nonprofit thrift store that accepts donations and customers pay free will. The business runs solely off of volunteers. They support multiple missions organizations both locally and internationally. Agape316 believes that everyone should have affordable basic items regardless of income. They offer sponsorship programs for local and international children, support children’s homes internationally and personally know each child and staff member, offer resources for families to stay together due to poverty, human trafficking rescue support, prison ministry, and more.
Volunteer Opportunity: Organizing donations (groups welcome!)
Contact: Krista Scanlon; 218-407-7832
Be a Math tutor or Reading tutor at our local elementary schools!
Be the difference and put your passion into action — join Math Corps or Reading Corps!
Learn more by clicking HERE.
Contact: Sky Halbert; sky.halbert@ampact.us
Our local History Museum has many opportunities to be involved. If you have a love for history, this is the place for you! Email to inquire.
Website: https://www.beltramihistory.org/
Contact: depot@beltramihistory.org or 218-444-3376
Beltrami County Public Health has a Milk Depot and they are looking for donors! Do you have extra expressed breast milk? You can become an approved donor with Minnesota Milk Bank for Babies and drop off your extra breast milk at our Milk Depot.
How to become a Milk Donor: www.mnmilkbank.org/donate-milk
View the flyer: HERE
Beltrami County Public Health website: www.co.beltrami.mn.us/services/public-health
The Bemidji Community Food Shelf is a wonderful resource to our community and surrounding area. Volunteering could include stocking shelves, cleaning, and helping in the garden. Visit their website or contact the volunteer coordinator to learn more about volunteering.
Website: https://www.bcfsmn.org/
Contact: bcfsvolunteer@gmail.com
Bemidji Community Table serves meals four nights a week to those who need it. They are always looking for help with prep, cooking, serving and clean-up. Visit their website to learn more, sign-up and volunteer.
Website: https://www.communitytablebemidji.org/
Contact: Dawn Dahl; dmdahl63@gmail.com
View their poster HERE.
Bemidji Early Childhood Collaborative (BECC) is dedicated to healthy development and support for children ages 0-5!
Website: www.bemidjiearlychildhoodcollaborative.org
Contact: Lydia Pietruszewski; bemidjiecc@gmail.com
The Bemidji Senior Center is a FUN place to volunteer! They have many opportunities on all levels. Whether you enjoy organizing or teaching a class, there is a place for you.
Website: https://bemidjiseniorcenter.org/
Contact: Josie Proulx, josiejimcable@paulbunyan.net or Mikey Lucia, mmlucia1985@gmail.com
If you enjoy music, this is a great opportunity!! You can become an usher during the concerts, join their Board, be on a committee, events volunteer, office help and more.
Website: https://www.bemidjisymphony.org/
Contact: Katey Lutz, Executive Director at bso@bemidjisymphony.org
Bi-County Community Action Programs, Inc. (BI-CAP) envisions thriving, prosperous, healthy, and inclusive Beltrami and Cass Counties. Current programs include: early childhood education, housing, weatherization, energy assistance, and youth education/employment services.
Website: www.bicap.org
The Boys & Girls Club of the Bemidji Area is always BUSY with activities! They have lots of opportunities to get involved at their club. Whether you are an individual, youth group, school or sports group contact them to create an experience that works for you and for them!
Website: https://www.bgcbemidji.org/get-involved/ (fill out the interest form on their website)
Job Opportunities: https://www.bgcbemidji.org/get-involved/job-postings/
Churches United is a non-profit organization of Bemidji area churches, working together to meet the emergency needs of homeless and low-income people in a prayerful way.
Highlighted Volunteer Opportunity: No matter what your skill set is, we can use your time. If you like helping people, greeting and interviewing guests, filing paperwork, data entry, or just organizing the office; we would love to have you. We are asking for just four (4) hours of your time per month during business hours.
Website: http://bemidjicu.org/volunteer/
Contact: 218-444-1380 or cunited@paulbunyan.net. Or stop in to chat with Wanda (Executive Director) during normal business hours.
The City of Bemidji needs volunteers for park clean-up, events, etc. To inquire contact:
Emma Realing, Outreach Coordinator
- 218-556-9284
- emma.realing@ci.bemidji.mn.us
For other opportunities: CLICK HERE and be directed to their website for the volunteer application and more information.
Disabled American Veterans North Central Chapter 7 is seeking volunteers to help empty its 25 clothing donation bins located throughout the Bemidji Area.
The bins are emptied twice a week and all the money generated from the donations is used to directly support local veterans in need and organizations directly serving veterans.
Both veterans and non-veterans are welcome to volunteer.
For more information, contact Bruce Tiegan at (218) 308-0962 or DAV Chapter 7 at (218) 556-4592
Evergreen Youth & Family Services has a Youth Crisis Shelter and a Drop-in Center. There are often opportunities to organize, put together food packs, join a committee, help with an event, and other ways to be involved. They also have apartments where youth stay that need minor repairs. If you are a handyman, give them a call! They are always looking for help in this area.
Highlighted Volunteer Opportunity: Evergreen is looking for a volunteer to help with handywork in their apartments (painting, minor repairs, etc.) Contact Courtney to inquire.
Website: www.evergreenyfs.org
Contact: Courtney Gifford at cgifford@evergreenyfs.org
Job Opportunities: www.evergreenyfs.org/careers
Family Advocacy Center of Northern Minnesota (FACNM) is an abuse assessment center that offers comprehensive medical care and treatment and coordinated victim-centered response to those who have been physically or sexually abused, both children and adults.
Volunteer Opportunity:
FACNM is looking for a select group of people with a unique skill set to help their NEW Volunteer Fundraising Committee. This group will help plan and execute fundraisers. Ideal candidates would have experience with fundraising, be energetic, optimistic and creative. If you don’t have fundraising experience but still want to help, they would love to chat with you!
Contact: Call 218-333-6011 or fill out the INTEREST FORM.
Website: www.facnm.net
If you love animals, then Great River Rescue is the place for you! They have many different opportunities for people who want to help!
Website: https://www.greatriverrescue.com/
Contact: Call 218-751-7910
Volunteer with HASP and be part of their mission to bring hope and support to our community.
Volunteer Opportunities: Board members, committee members, community engagement, and event planning.
View the volunteer flyer: HERE
Volunteer Interest form: HERE
Contact: hasp.headwatersalliance@gmail.com
Whether you love to teach music or want to help at their events, there are lots of opportunities for you!
Website: https://headwatersmusicandarts.org/
Contact: Tricia Andrews; tricia.andrews@headwatersmusicandarts.org
Headwaters Science Center loves working with volunteers! Groups, individuals, students, etc. Contact them to create an experience you won't forget!
Website: www.hscbemidji.org
Contact: Lee Furuseth, Executive Director, at 218-507-0154 or leehscbemidji@gmail.com
Hope House provides community support services to people with mental illness. They are looking for Board Members, presenters willing to share their talents such as art, music, travel stories, etc. to their clientele, as well as help with landscaping. CLICK HERE to learn more about those opportunities.
Website: https://www.hopehousebemidji.org/home.htm
Contact: Robin Wold, Executive Director, hopehouse@paulbunyan.net
Housing Matters mission statement: Our mission at Housing Matters, is to see that every disabled person who is experiencing long term homelessness receive a stable living environment, in the community of their choosing, whether this is living alone, with other family members, or the best possible housing option that is right for them. We know that positive change can happen within the lives of those that have the opportunity to access safe and healthy housing, and strongly believe that every person is capable of reaching their individual goals through utilizing community resources and supportive services.
Open Positions: check their website for updates (click below)
Website: www.housingmattersmn.org
Contact: Patrick Harrington pharrington@housingmattersmn.org
Make a big difference in your life and in the lives of those around you. Share your time and talents and the life you change may be your own! LSS offers several meaningful volunteer opportunities for older adults to give back. You can support other older adults to help them continue living at home and stay active, mentor youth, or give family caregivers a break.
Learn more and apply here: lssmn.org/volunteernow
Make a Wish Foundation is looking for volunteer applicants to help seriously ill children in our area. Help them make their wish come true!
There is currently one child on the waitlist...
To inquire email Gabby Santiago at gsantiago@mn.wish.org.
- View the volunteer application: HERE
- View the volunteer description: HERE
- Visit their website to learn more: HERE
Meals on Wheels volunteers personally greet and get to know each person when they deliver the fresh, hot meals. Older adults enjoy the friendly, personal interaction which for many is the only person they see or speak to all day. You can also help out in the kitchen with prep, cooking and clean-up.
Volunteer Opportunity: Meal delivery, serving, kitchen assistance. Deliveries are in Bemidji city limits. Pick and choose what days you are available, we can work with your schedule! Meals on Wheels is based out the Bemidji Senior Center.
Contact: Linda; Linda.Watson@lssmn.org or 218-444-3987
Volunteers contribute greatly to the quality of life of our Veterans by sharing their experience, time, and compassion with the residents at Veterans Home Bemidji. We welcome organizations, community based service groups, student groups, businesses, companies, and corporations!
Opportunities include:
- Chapel
- Choir
- Pet Visitor
- Recreation Therapy Activities
- Rehabilitation Therapy Escort
- One on One Visits with Residents
View our volunteer application HERE.
Contact: Volunteer Coordinator, Maryhelen Chadwick: Maryhelen.Chadwick@state.mn.us
Website: mn.gov/mdva/homes/bemidji
Help launch inclusive social events in the Bemidji area! MNeurodivergent is seeking a Volunteer Event Organizer to plan and host low-pressure gatherings for neurodivergent adults. Flexible schedule, 4–6 hours/month. Training and support provided. Make a lasting impact on our community!
Volunteer Description: CLICK HERE
Website: https://mneurodivergent.org/volunteer-positions/
Contact: Michell Schaps, Mitchell.Schaps@MNeurodivergent.org
Additional Information:
This is a volunteer position with no financial compensation. Volunteers contribute their time to help build supportive neurodivergent community spaces.
Events are designed for neurodivergent adults, including those who are autistic, ADHD, dyslexic, or have other neurodivergent identities. Volunteers do not need to be neurodivergent themselves but must be respectful and affirming of neurodiversity.
No prior event planning experience is required. MNeurodivergent provides templates, training, mentorship, and promotional materials to help you succeed.
Volunteers choose their own venues and schedules. Events can be hosted in locations like coffee shops, libraries, parks, or community centers.
All events must follow MNeurodivergent’s accessibility and inclusion guidelines, including avoiding loud or overstimulating environments.
Volunteers must be 18 years or older. A background check may be requested depending on the venue or nature of the event.
This opportunity is ideal for those who are self-motivated, community-minded, and passionate about inclusion.
MHAS is entirely run by volunteers! Everything they do is the result of people like you who enjoy nature and want to make a difference. Look and see if you can help with any of the opportunities on our website or email them and suggest other ways you would like to volunteer with MHAS. Visit their website to learn more.
Website: https://www.spearheadmhas.org/volunteer.html
Contact: mhas@spearheadmhas.org or amelia@spearheadmhas.org
MADD has multiple opportunities to be involved in the Bemidji area. If you're interested in creating a safer community, and supporting victim survivors of impaired driving, this is the place for you! Call or email to learn more!
Contact: Ree Ford; ree.ford@madd.org or 651-523-0802 ext. 2754
Help at the Mobile Food Drops! You will be loading free food into peoples vehicles. It is a drive-thru style give-away. Mobile Food Drops happen in Bagley and Bemidji.
Contact: Kristin Osowski, kosowski@northcountryfoodbank.org
North Homes is committed to providing a community-based continuum of compassionate care to children and families. They understand that every individual and family is unique, which is why they offer a wide range of children and family services designed to meet their specific needs.
Website: www.northhomes.org
Job Opportunities: HERE
Northern Minnesota Addiction Wellness Center provides inpatient residential treatment services and peer support addiction recovery for long-term management.
Website: www.nmawcenter.com
Contact: Ashley or Ana at 218-308-8600
Job Opportunities: HERE
Northwest Indian Community Development Center’s mission is to identify, coordinate and deliver resources that promote wellness and equity for American Indian families in northwest and north-central Minnesota.
Website: www.nwicdc.org
Check for Job Opportunities: HERE
Contact: 218-759-2022 - Call and ask how you can be involved and volunteer.
The Northwoods Battered Women's Shelter has a new building! They have many ways for you to be involved, please call to inquire.
To learn more visit their website: www.mnshelter.org
Or call them at: 218-444-1395
Northwoods Caregivers offers many services including respite, homemaking, caregiving support, aging life care, and more. Visit their website to learn more about those services and how you can volunteer and help!
Job Opportunities: https://northwoodscaregivers.org/employment/
Website: https://northwoodscaregivers.org/
Contact: jenn.cole@co.beltrami.mn.us
Highlighted Volunteer Opportunity for October:
We build houses! Your gift of time will help a family realize their dream of home ownership. Opportunities to help abound at Habitat including building, repair (A Brush With Kindness), ReStore, and Committees.
View their Volunteer flyer HERE.
Website: https://www.habitatbemidji.org/get-involved.html
Contact: Brandon Mustful at brandon.mustful@northwoodshabitat.org
ReStore is part of Northwoods Habitat for Humanity. The ReStore is full of household goods like furniture donated by the community to help raise funds towards their Habitat for Humanity efforts of home building and repair programs. Volunteers are needed for retail sales assistance. Volunteers may help in a variety of areas; cashier, janitorial, donation processing, repairs and maintenance, customer service and more!
Highlighted Volunteer Opportunity: ReStore is looking for groups or individuals to help clean and organize their store! To inquire reach out to Brandon Mustful at the email or phone number below.
Website: ReStore: https://www.habitatbemidji.org/restore.html | Northwoods Habitat for Humanity: https://www.habitatbemidji.org/
Contact: Brandon Mustful at brandon.mustful@northwoodshabitat.org or 218-751-4649
Ruby's Pantry is a pop-up food pantry and is for ANYONE! Each guest donates $25 and receives an abundance of grocery items. It is the 3rd Wednesday afternoon of every month at Sanford Center. Volunteers help set-up and/or hand out food.
Website: www.rubyspantry.org/location/51 (fill out the volunteer application by clicking on volunteers at the top right of the website)
Contact: Julie, the Volunteer Coordinator, at bemidjirubyspantry@gmail.com
or Adam Smith at acsmith.homes@gmail.com, 218-760-1875 (call or text)
Salvation Army has done great work in our community over the years, and are now looking to build a Board of dedicated community members to better serve Bemidji. The board will consist of the following roles: A Chairperson, a Treasurer, and a Secretary. The remaining Board Members are Advisors.
There is also a volunteer Client Rep role available. This person would work directly with people in need. Training will be provided.
View the Board recruitment flyer HERE.
Website: salvationarmynorth.org
To inquire contact: Kelly Bright; kelly.bright@usc.salvationarmy.org or 218-608-0491
Sanford Health offers many volunteer opportunities including hospice, gift shop, office support, greeter, coffee cart, senior support and much more.
Highlighted opportunity: Sanford Bemidji Hospice; including companionship/socialization, respite, help with laundry. Great opportunity for students. View the FLYER HERE. Visit the website link below or contact Samantha Scandin at samantha.scandin@sanfordhealth.org to inquire.
Visit their website to learn more and to apply: Bemidji Volunteer Opportunities | Sanford Health
Society of Saint Vincent DePaul offers person-to-person service and support to individuals in need with such items as food/gas/clothing vouchers, utilities, rent, deposits, repairs, etc. Volunteers are coached on how to best help people.
Contact: Dale at 507-456-1235
Volunteer with the Bemidji High School Unified Club!
They have many ways to be involved whether helping out at Special Olympic events, traveling companions, joining their board, and so much more. Contact Jackie to learn more!
Contact: Jackie Stoffel, jacqueline_stoffel@isd31.net
Support Within Reach works to reduce the impact and harm of sexual violence for families and individuals in the communities they serve. Check out their website for all the volunteer opportunities including advocate support, helping with activities and events, joining their Board and much more!
Highlighted Volunteer Opportunity: Volunteer On-Call Advocate, overnight shifts. View description HERE.
Website: supportwithinreach.org
Contact: contact@supportwithinreach.org or 1-800-708-2727
Village of Hope provides safe, secure emergency housing for families 24 hours/day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. They take volunteers looking for field experience for educational credit through school. They have many ways to volunteer and get involved, please call the shelter at 218-751-0722 to inquire. Small groups also welcome to call!
Contact: Lindsey Pryor, director@bemidjivillageofhope.org
Website: www.bemidjivillageofhope.org
At Northern Minnesota Addiction Wellness Center in Bemidji, they provide inpatient residential treatment services in their facility, along with peer support addiction recovery for long-term management of this chronic and devastating illness.
Website: www.nmawcenter.com
Job Opportunities: HERE
Contact: 218-308-8600
BI-CAP’s YouthBuild program works with youth, ages 16-24 who have left the traditional school system. The program provides an opportunity for youth to spend 29 hours per week in academics, leadership development, and construction training. YouthBuild participants work four days a week earning the state minimum wage.
Website: www.bicap.org/projects/youth-build
Contact: Chris Mack; Program Manager; yb.bji@bicap.org or 218-333-9868