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Why Volunteer with CommonBond?

We believe a home is the foundation for everything in life. At CommonBond, housing is paired with supportive services that provide academic and enrichment programs for youth; and job assistance, health and wellness services, and community engagement opportunities for adults and seniors. This leads to youth who excel in school, adults who find employment and advance in their jobs, and older adults who live independently longer.

In 2022, 276 volunteers engaged through both in-person and virtual volunteer opportunities.

Click here to explore the many ways to get involved, or read an outline of each volunteer role below.

To read about a volunteer experience firsthand, check out our Volunteer Spotlight of Mena, who currently volunteers as a Study Buddy.

Connect With Youth

Now more than ever youth are in need of enhanced academic and social emotional support through tutors and mentors. At CommonBond, we work with K-12 grade youth in various afterschool and summer programs to do just that.  

During the school year, you might connect with our Study Buddy program, providing youth with 1-on-1 literacy support, or join a Homework Center or Teen Program and team up with staff to support youth and teens with their schoolwork, engage in enrichment activities, and contribute to a positive and welcoming program space. CommonBond features program locations throughout the Twin Cities metro, with school-year sessions meeting Monday to Thursday, between 4:00 pm and 7:00 pm. (Volunteers commit to 1.5-2 hour shifts.) 

We provide training and on-site staff support to make sure you are set to make a positive difference. 

We are recruiting Youth Program volunteers through January 2024. Please click here to apply.

Click here to explore all volunteer opportunities.

Volunteering: What's Next?

Already a volunteer with us? Sign into our online portal to see your schedule, record volunteer hours, and update your contact information.

CommonBond Volunteer Portal

However you choose to volunteer, you’ll make a positive impact on your community. If you’d like to learn more about CommonBond volunteer opportunities and availability, contact us today.

Making a meaningful change in your community can start with a small act of kindness. In 2022, we had 276 individuals invest their time to help children and adults living in CommonBond communities. These volunteer efforts helped residents learn new skills, stay on top of their studies, and achieve personal goals.

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