Community Engagement at Minnesota State Mankato

10/14/2026

It's coming up FAST! Sign up to be part of this amazing cultural experience in downtown Mankato. Help is needed most for tear down. Check out the link and register for a shift.
https://cglink.me/2uE/r383658

10/12/2026

🎀 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

B the Light is looking for 10 friendly and energetic volunteers to help serve at their 10th Anniversary Illuminate HOPE Gala, “A Decade of Light!”

📅 Friday, October 23, 2026
📍 Royal Oak Event Center | New Ulm, MN
⏰ 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM

Volunteers will help serve dinner and dessert, refill drinks, and assist with cleanup. No serving experience is needed; just a positive attitude and a willingness to help!

👕 Dress code: All black attire and comfortable, closed-toe black shoes.

This special evening celebrates 10 years of supporting local breast cancer survivors and raising funds for programs that make a difference in their lives. Your time and support will help us continue bringing hope to our community! 🎀

Can you help us B the Light? 💖 If you're interested in volunteering, please reach out and sign up today. We would love to have you join!

10/08/2026

‼️ URGENT Volunteer Opportunity‼️

🎭 Project GEM is looking for volunteer assistants to help run art and theatre classes after school two times a week. It would be on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 3pm to 5pm in Mankato or St. Clair.

For more details contact the Program Director, Alice De Younge!
[email protected]

10/06/2026

Tuesday Tips!! 💡
Build the joy in volunteering

✅ Volunteering should feel like something that you want or get to do. It should not feel like a chore to do.

📝 Write down small wins or things you want to remember to remind yourself of the good you've done.

❌ DON'T be hard on yourself, you may not understand the task right away but it's okay!

📣 Praise other volunteers on their work! Being kind towards others can positively impact yourself.

10/05/2026

🎃 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! 🌊
Join the YMCA Pumpkin Splash on Saturday, October 10! 🎃💦

We’re looking for volunteers to help make this fun event a success!

Volunteering is a great way to give back to our community, support local families, and help create a fun experience for YMCA members.
Whether you can help for a little or a lot, every helping hand makes a difference! 💙

📅 Saturday, October 10
🎃 Pumpkin Splash

If you’re interested in volunteering, please reach out to Mankato Family YMCA!

09/29/2026

🎳 Volunteers Needed for Special Olympics Bowling! 🎳

Looking for a meaningful way to give back to the community? Come volunteer with LEEP (Leisure Education for Exceptional People) and support athletes participating in Special Olympics Bowling!

Volunteering is more than just giving your time; it’s an opportunity to encourage others, build connections, create positive experiences, and help athletes feel supported and included. Even a few hours of your time can make a lasting difference.

📍 Location: WOW! Zone
📅 Wednesdays, starting October 7
⏰ 4:30–5:50 p.m.

Whether you love bowling or have never bowled before, your support can help make practices more welcoming, fun, and successful for everyone!

📞 LEAP: 507-387-5122
📧 [email protected]

Come volunteer, make a difference, and be part of an amazing community! 💚🎳

09/23/2026

CWFP is looking for a fun and energetic person to help with deliveries. This is a great opportunity for a person to give back to our community. Please like and share and pass the word.

09/22/2026

Tuesday Tips!💡
COMMUNICATION MATTERS! 📣

Being a great volunteer isn't just about helping out; it's also about communicating with your team and the people you serve! 💙

✅ Ask questions! If you're unsure about something, don't be afraid to ask for clarification.

👂 Listen actively! Pay attention to instructions and take time to understand what is being asked of you.

📢 Keep others informed! Let your supervisor or team know about any changes, concerns, or challenges.

🤝 Work as a team! Good communication helps everyone stay on the same page and creates a better experience for everyone.

💬 Be respectful! Communicate with kindness, patience, and professionalism.

💡 Remember: Clear communication builds trust, strengthens teamwork, and helps everyone have a more positive volunteer experience!

09/21/2026

🍎Make it Happen Mondays🍎

Looking for a way to get involved and give back to the community? Check out this volunteer opportunity and lend a hand this week!

Every act of service makes a difference. Take a look at the details below and see how you can get involved!

Let's make it happen!🙌

Minnesota State University, Mankato Alumni Association Maverick Food PantryMNSU Student Government

Come and lend a hand!! We've got not one **but two** opportunities for volunteer apple picking this week!

Join LEC staff harvesting apples to be donated to Community Partners like ECHO Food Shelf, Holy Grounds, and MY Place, or to be used to make c***r at LEC’s upcoming Community Farm Fall Fest.

click link below to register:
https://signup.com/go/RapgERV

PLEASE NOTE: This event is NOT for personal apple picking.
The Good Counsel Orchards are private property and volunteers are welcome ONLY at the time listed above. Thank you for your understanding.

09/18/2026

Another MAKE IT HAPPEN post!
Greater Mankato Area United Way will be hosting our Hy-Vee Bagging Fundraiser on Saturday, September 26 and Sunday, September 27.
Volunteers will greet shoppers, help bag groceries at the checkout lanes, interact with guests, and help represent United Way in the community. It's an easy and fun way to earn volunteer hours while giving back!
Available Shifts:

Saturday, September 26
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Sunday, September 27
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Follow the sign-up link or contact
Rachel McGregor
Programming & Outreach Manager
Greater Mankato Area United Way
[email protected]

Spend a few hours making a difference in our community by helping bag groceries at Hilltop Hy-Vee in support of Greater Mankato Area United Way and Youth United! Volunteers will greet customers with a smile, bag groceries, and thank shoppers for supporting United Way's mission. This is a fun, fast-p...