Help Make a Difference! Volunteer With Us
We are so appreciative of the thousands of hours volunteers contribute annually to Children’s Home. Volunteers provide integral support across all aspects of our work, from events to support services to record digitization. Learn about current opportunities below.
Help us get to know more about your skills, interests, and background. Please fill out our Volunteer Information Form and send it to [email protected].
Volunteer Opportunities
Do you enjoy working with teenagers and want to make a lasting impact? Join Children’s Home as a volunteer for our Youth Retreat and help create a meaningful, supportive experience for teens in foster care and adoption.
About the Program
The Youth Retreat is a weekend-long experience designed for youth ages 13–17 who are currently in foster care or were adopted through foster care. This retreat provides a safe, supportive space for teens to connect with peers who share similar life experiences while building confidence, relationships, and life skills.
The retreat will take place at Lutheran Social Service’s Camp Knutson, a welcoming and fully accessible camp that promotes personal growth, friendship, and fun.
Volunteer Role
Volunteers serve as chaperones and mentors throughout the weekend. Responsibilities may include:
- Providing supervision and support to youth
- Participating in group activities and helping foster engagement
- Chaperoning cabins and ensuring a safe, inclusive environment
- Building positive relationships with youth and supporting their experience
Activities May Include
- Archery (indoor or outdoor)
- Arts and crafts
- Cooking classes
- Group games (indoor or outdoor)
- Life skills sessions (financial literacy, resume building, interview skills)
What to Expect
- Youth will be staying in cabins with staff and volunteer chaperones
- Non-gendered sleeping space options will be available
- Camp Knutson is fully accessible
Schedule & Transportation
- Retreat Dates: Friday, October 9, 2026 (afternoon/evening) through Sunday, October 11, 2026 (early afternoon)
- Transportation: Provided from the Children’s Home to Camp K
- Buses will depart Friday afternoon at 3pm and return Sunday afternoon about 3pm
Training & Requirements
- Age 18+
- Must pass a background check
- A mandatory pre-event training will be held via Zoom (recorded for accessibility)
- Experience working with or supporting foster/adoptive youth and an interest in working with teens is highly encouraged
Get Involved
To volunteer or learn more, contact Sam:
📧 [email protected]
📞 651-255-2212
Do you enjoy working with children and supporting families in your community? Join Children’s Home as a volunteer for our annual Back to School Bash and help make the start of the school year special for youth in foster care.
About the Event
Our Back to School Bash supports youth in foster care, particularly those cared for by relatives and kinship caregivers. Each child receives a backpack filled with school supplies, while families can connect with community resources and enjoy a light dinner.
This fun, family-friendly event includes activities like face painting, games, and even visits from certified therapy llamas, all designed to ease the transition into the school year.
Volunteer Roles
Volunteers are essential to making this event a success. Responsibilities may include:
- Assisting with registration and check-in
- Supporting activity and game stations
- Helping manage and distribute food
- Serving as personal shoppers to help youth select school supplies
Volunteers are also needed to assist with event preparation
- Set-Up Date: August 19
- Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Event Details
- Date: August 20
- Time: 5:00pm – 7:00pm
- Location: Children’s Home Office
1605 Eustis St.
St. Paul, MN 55108
Who We’re Looking For
- Adults age 18+
- Adoptees ages 16–17 are also welcome to volunteer
- Individuals with experience working with children or familiarity with foster care and adoption are especially encouraged to participate
Can’t Volunteer but Still Want to Help?
You can support our School Supply Drive! Donations collected will go directly to youth attending the Back to School Bash, helping ensure every child has what they need to start the school year off right.
Get Involved
To volunteer or learn more, contact Sam:
📧 [email protected]
📞 651-255-2212
Do you enjoy working with children and want to make a meaningful impact? Join Children’s Home as a volunteer for our Kids Adoptee Support Group and help support adoptive families and their children in a fun, welcoming, and inclusive environment.
About the Program
We are excited to relaunch our Kids Adoptee Support Group in September 2026 thanks to a generous grant from the Schultze Foundation. This support allows us to provide the program free of charge to families and include a meal at each session, helping remove barriers to participation.
Our group is designed for adoptee children (ages 5–13) and offers engaging, supportive programming that fosters connection, learning, and fun.
Volunteer Role
Volunteers play a vital role in creating a positive experience for participants. Responsibilities may include:
- Assisting with children’s group activities (stories, crafts, games, and discussions)
- Supporting staff in facilitating age-appropriate programming
- Helping with meal setup and cleanup
- Providing childcare support for non-adoptee siblings, as needed
- Jumping in wherever support is needed to ensure a smooth and welcoming environment
Who We’re Looking For
Adults age 18+
- Experience working with children preferred
- Ability to be flexible, engaged, and supportive
- Interest or familiarity with adoption is a plus
Program Schedule
Sessions will take place the first Monday evening of the month (except September) from 5:30–7:30PM at the Children’s Home office:
Location:
1605 Eustis St.,
St. Paul, MN 55108
Dates
- September 14, 2026
- October 5, 2026
- November 2, 2026
- December 7, 2026
- January 4, 2027
- February 1, 2027
- March 1, 2027
- April 5, 2027
Training & Requirements
- A background check is required for all volunteers
- A training session will be held in late summer/early September to help you feel confident and prepared in your role
Get Involved.
To volunteer or learn more, contact Sam:
📧 [email protected]
📞 651.255.2212
Are you looking for a meaningful way to connect with your team and give back to the community? Gather friends, co-workers, or family members for a group volunteer experience with Children’s Home!
We will provide an overview presentation about Foster Care and Adoption, an office tour, and space to complete a meaningful project that directly benefits those we serve. Options include making tie-blankets, donation sorting, or creating hygiene kits. These are simple, yet impactful ways to support children and families in our community.
Details:
- This volunteer opportunity is intended for groups of up to 20 individuals, ages 16 and older.
- Timing is flexible! Generally, two hours during the business day, Monday-Friday.
- Location: Children’s Home Main Office, 1605 Eustis Street, St. Paul, MN 55108.
- Contact Program Coordinator, Sam Brannon, at [email protected] or 651.255.2212 to inquire.
If your group falls outside these parameters, please contact us at [email protected]. We may be able to accommodate on a case-by-case basis.
Are you good at organizing? We are in need of volunteers to help with sorting, organizing, and managing our in-kind donations through our Community Closet.
Your efforts will directly impact our ability to efficiently distribute in-kind items to those we serve. Items may include holiday gifts for youth in foster care, licensing kits for relative caregivers, and more.
Details:
- This volunteer opportunity is for individuals or small groups of 2-3, ages 18 and over.
- Timing is flexible! Generally business hours, Monday-Friday.
- Location: Children’s Home Main Office, 1605 Eustis Street, Saint Paul, MN 55108.
- Contact Program Coordinator, Sam Brannon, at [email protected] or 651.255.2212 to inquire.
Do you have the gift of photography? Can you help capture moments and share the stories of Children’s Home and the people we serve? Become a Children’s Home volunteer photographer!
Volunteer photographers will assist in capturing moments at a variety of events including family and community events. You will play a vital role in documenting our work and engaging our community.
Details:
- This opportunity is for photographers who are 18 years and older who are proficient in basic photography techniques, able to utilize their own equipment, and provide digital images.
- Dates vary. Please connect with us if interested and we will let you know about upcoming events.
- Location: Children’s Home Main Office, 1605 Eustis Street, Saint Paul, MN 55108 or event location.
- Contact Program Coordinator, Sam Brannon, at [email protected] or 651.255.2212 to inquire.
Internship Opportunities
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Questions? Contact us at [email protected] or 651.255.2212
