Open Requests From: Family Service Rochester

A man is  asking if  a volunteer would pick him up at 7:45am and bring him to OMC SE Clinic for a 8:15am check in.  He anticipates his 8:30am appointment will be less than one hour with a ride home.

Additional information, including the man's location, will be sent to the volunteer once they respond.  

Thank you!

Location: Nottingham Drive NW

A woman is asking if a volunteer would be willing to pick her at 10:15am and bring her to Lenscrafters (111 Broadway Avenue S). Anticipates it will be less than 30 minutes with a ride home.

Additional information, including the woman's location, will be sent to the volunteer once they respond. 

Thank you!

Location: Park Street SE

Seasonal Request - Homeowner is looking for a volunteer to help with weeding and general yard clean up. This would be a good project for a family or small group.

Supplies Needed - Volunteers need to bring tools and gloves.

Location - 2500 block of 11th Ave NW

Further Information - After you respond with your interest, Family Service Rochester will provide the homeowner’s address and phone number. Volunteer will work with the homeowner to schedule a date and time.  

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

A homeowner would appreciate a volunteer's assistance washing 1st floor exterior windows on her tri-level home and removing storm windows.

The volunteer will need to provide a ladder and should talk to the homeowner to ensure all supplies are ready to go.

After responding with your interest, Family Service Rochester will provide the homeowners address and phone number. You may work with the homeowner to schedule this request around your availability.

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: Stewartville

A homeowner is looking for a volunteer to pull weeds and do yard cleanup around her home. Homeowner has bags she can provide.

After responding with your interest, Family Service Rochester will provide the homeowners address and phone number. You may work with the homeowner to schedule this request around your availability.

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: 2700 block of Oslo Ct NE

A homeowner would appreciate a volunteer to do general yard cleanup, trim the bushes, and pick up rocks in landscaping around their house. 

Volunteer can discuss tools needed for assistance with homeowner.

After responding with your interest, Family Service Rochester will provide the homeowners address and phone number. You may work with the homeowner to schedule this request around your availability.

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location:  NE Rochester

Homeowner is looking for a volunteer to help with leaf raking/general yard clean up, bagging & hauling. There are sticks mostly in the front yard to pick up. Homeowner has bags. This would be a good project for a family or small group.

After you respond with your interest, Family Service Rochester will provide the homeowner’s address and phone number. Volunteer will work with the homeowner to schedule a date and time.  

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: SE Rochester

Homeowner is looking for a volunteer to help with leaf raking/general yard clean up. This would be a good project for a family or small group.

After you respond with your interest, Family Service Rochester will provide the homeowner’s address and phone number. Volunteer will work with the homeowner to schedule a date and time.  

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: NW Rochester

A homeowner would appreciate a volunteer's assistance moving landscaping rocks from a small (5' x 6') area to nearby area that already has rocks, remove small bush, and lay landscape mat, sand, and patio blocks.

Volunteer may work with client regarding supplies needed. 

After responding with your interest, Family Service Rochester will provide the homeowners address and phone number. You may work with the homeowner to schedule this request around your availability.

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location:  SE Rochester

A homeowner would appreciate a volunteer's assistance with weeding.  She has big thistles in her garden area and other weeds.  Please bring gloves. 

After responding with your interest, Family Service Rochester will provide the homeowner’s address and phone number. You may work with the homeowner to schedule this request around your availability.

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: SW Rochester

A man is asking if a volunteer would be willing to pick him up at 11:00 am and bring him to Mayo NE Clinic for dialysis. Anticipates appt. will be done at 3:45pm with a ride home.

Additional information, including the man's location, will be sent to the volunteer once they respond.  

Thank you!

Location:  Oak Lodge Lane NE

A woman asks if a volunteer would be willing to pick her up at 1:00pm and bring her to Salon Nouvo at 3169 Wellner Drive NE for a 1:30pm appointment.   She anticipates the appointment will be two hours and will call when ready for a ride home. 

She does use a walker.

Additional information, including the woman's location, will be sent to the volunteer once they respond.  

Thank you!

Location:   8th Street NW

A woman is asking for a volunteer to pick her up at 9:30am and bring her to the Baldwin Bldg. for a 10:00am  appt.  Anticipates appointment will be one hour with a ride home. Woman uses a walker.

Additional information, including the woman's location, will be sent to the volunteer once they respond.

Thank you!

Location: Sumac Lane NE

A woman is asking if a volunteer would be willing to pick her up between 8:45am and 4:30pm on Tuesday or Thursday and bring her to Liberty Tax at 848 Broadway Avenue South.  She just needs to sign and pick up her tax return paperwork with a ride home.  Contact client to arrange a date and time to pick her up.

Additional information, including the woman's location, will be sent to the volunteer once they respond.  

Thank you!

Location:  18th Avenue SW

A woman is asking if a volunteer would be willing to pick her up at 12:15pm and bring her to Miracle Nails at 44 17th Ave NW for a 12:30 pm appointment. Anticipates she will be ready for a ride home at 1:35pm.

Additional information, including the woman's location, will be sent to the volunteer once they respond.  

Thank you!

Location:  Greenwood Lane NW

A woman is asking if a volunteer would be willing to pick her up at 9:45am and bring her to the Baldwin Bldg. for a 10:15am appointment.   Anticipates appointment will be one hour with a ride home.

Additional information, including the woman's location, will be sent to the volunteer once they respond.  

Thank you!

Location:  Superior Drive NW

A woman is asking if a volunteer would be willing to pick her up at 7:30am and bring her to OMC Hospital for an 8:00am appt.  Anticipates appt. will be 30-45 minutes with a ride home.

Additional information, including the woman's location, will be sent to the volunteer once they respond.  

Thank you!

Location:  Civic Center Drive NE

A woman is asking if a volunteer would be willing to pick her up at 1:00pm and bring her to Gentling Dental for a 2:00pm appt.  She would like the volunteer to stop at her bank or the post office along the way.  She anticipates the appt. will be 1.5 hours.  Uses a walker.

Additional information, including the woman's location, will be sent to the volunteer once they respond.  

Thank you!

Location:  41st St. NW

A homeowner would appreciate a volunteer's assistance with weeding.  She doesn't have a weed wacker.  

After responding with your interest, Family Service Rochester will provide the homeowner’s address and phone number. You may work with the homeowner to schedule this request around your availability.

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: SE Rochester

A homeowner would appreciate a volunteer's assistance with washing the outside of his windows.

After responding with your interest, Family Service Rochester will provide the homeowner’s address and phone number. You may work with the homeowner to schedule this request around your availability.

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: 5th Ave S, Stewartville

A homeowner would appreciate a volunteer's assistance with yard work. She would like to have someone weed, pick up plants, remove & haul away a small mock orange shrub, plant flowers and 2 hydrangeas.  Volunteer can discuss further details with homeowner. 

After responding with your interest, Family Service Rochester will provide the homeowner’s address and phone number. You may work with the homeowner to schedule this request around your availability.

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: 13th Ave SE, Rochester

A client is seeking a volunteer to do yard clean up.

After responding with your interest, Family Service Rochester will provide the client’s address and phone number. You can then work with the client to schedule this request around your availability.

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: Zumbro Dr NW

A homeowner would appreciate a volunteer's assistance with yard clean up and washing windows

After responding with your interest, Family Service Rochester will provide the homeowner’s address and phone number. You may work with the homeowner to schedule this request around your availability.

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: 400 block of 5th Ave, Stewartville, MN

Social Café is a gathering place for older adults where a nutritious mid-day meal is served with others. Attendees enjoy meeting up with friends and participating in social activities that allow seniors to remain active and connected to the community while meeting their nutritional needs.

Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer opportunities are available at Social Café for youth, families, and individuals. Activities include setting tables, serving our seniors, visiting and socializing, and meal cleanup.   

Social Café takes place every Monday, Tuesday, & Wednesday in Byron from 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. 
Volunteers would help with the setup, serving, and cleanup for the noon meal. 

**Volunteer needs to be comfortable working independently. Training is provided.

If you would like more information about volunteering with Family Service Rochester, please get in touch with a member of our Volunteer Engagement Team at 507-287-2010 or volunteers@familyservicerochester.org. 

A homeowner is looking for a volunteer to do some weeding at her townhome.

After responding with your interest, Family Service Rochester will provide the homeowners address and phone number. You may work with the homeowner to schedule this request around your availability.

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: NW Rochester

A senior client is asking for a volunteer to stain their deck.

The volunteer will work with the homeowner regarding supplies.

After responding with your interest, Family Service Rochester will provide the client's address and phone number. You can then work with the client to schedule this request around your availability.

Location: 6700 block of Brookview St SE

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

A client is seeking a volunteer to do yard clean up for her townhome.

After responding with your interest, Family Service Rochester will provide the client’s address and phone number. You can then work with the client to schedule this request around your availability.

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: 3000 block of 25th St NW

A woman is asking if a volunteer would be willing to pick her up at 11:45am and bring her to Broadway Dental at 922 N. Broadway for a 12:00pm appt.  Anticipates being ready for a ride home at 1:00pm.

Woman uses a cane. 

Additional information, including the woman's location, will be sent to the volunteer once they respond.  

Thank you!

Location:  Broadway Ave N

A man is  asking if  a volunteer would pick him up at 1:30pm and bring him to the Generose Bldg. for a 2:00pm appt.  His wife may ride along with also. He anticipates appt. may be over one hour with a ride home.

Additional information, including the man's location, will be sent to the volunteer once they respond.  

Thank you!

Location: North Broadway Ave

A homeowner would appreciate a volunteer mowing her yard this summer.  The yard will take approximately 45 minutes to mow.

Trimming is not included.  Mowing begins in April and ends in November based on need and weather.  The volunteer should be available to mow every 7-10 days early in the season, every two weeks later in the season, or as needed and agreed upon with homeowner.

Location:  55th St NE

A woman is asking if a volunteer would be willing to pick her up at 7:30am and bring her to OMC SE Clinic for a 8:00am appt.  Anticipates appointment will be less than one hour with a ride home.

Additional information, including the woman's location, will be sent to the volunteer once they respond.  

Thank you!

Location:  18th Avenue SW

A client is asking for a volunteer to haul a rocker/recliner to Goodwill.

After you respond with your interest, Family Service Rochester will provide the homeowners address and phone number. Volunteer will work with the client to schedule a date and time around the volunteers availability.  

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: Kenosha Dr NW

A client is seeking a volunteer to trim bushes and pull weeds.  They do have a trimmer.

After responding with your interest, Family Service Rochester will provide the client’s address and phone number. You can then work with the client to schedule this request around your availability.

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: 19th Ave NW

A woman asks if a volunteer would be willing to pick her up at her home at 9:10am and bring her to Lakeside Dentistry for a 9:40am appt.  Anticipates appointment will be one hour with a ride home. 

Additional information, including the woman's location, will be sent to the volunteer once they respond.  

Thank you!

Location: Hawk Ridge Court SE

A woman asks if a volunteer would be willing to pick her up at her home at 9:15am and bring to J & L Styles Salon (940 3rd Ave SE) for a 9:45am appt. Anticipates appointment will last 2.25 hours, with a ride home after. 

Additional information, including the woman's location, will be sent to the volunteer once they respond.  

Thank you!

Location: Hawk Ridge Court SE

A woman is asking for a volunteer to pick her up at 1:30pm and bring her to Mayo NW Clinic Bldg. A for a 2:00pm appt.   Anticipates appointments will be 15-30 minutes.  Woman is deaf and will text volunteer when she is ready for a ride home.

Additional information, including the woman's location, will be sent to the volunteer once they respond.

Thank you!

Location: Scarlet Lane SE 

A woman is asking for a volunteer to pick her up at 1:30pm and bring her to Family Dentist Tree for a 2:00pm appt.  Anticipates the appointment will be one hour with a ride home.  Woman is deaf and will text volunteer when she is ready.

Additional information, including the woman's location, will be sent to the volunteer once they respond.

Thank you!

Location: Scarlet Lane SE 

Do a Home DIY for an elderly neighbor! A homeowner would appreciate a volunteer's assistance in cleaning their gutters.

Location: SE Rochester / Hwy 14

Further info: After responding with your interest, Family Service Rochester will provide the homeowner’s address and phone number. You may work with the homeowner to schedule this request around your availability.

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

A client is seeking a volunteer to clean gutters at townhome. Please bring a ladder.

After responding with your interest, Family Service Rochester will provide the client’s address and phone number. You can then work with the client to schedule this request around your availability.

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: Oaklawn Ln NW

A homeowner would appreciate a volunteer's assistance in cleaning their gutters.  Volunteer would need to bring a ladder.

After responding with your interest, Family Service Rochester will provide the homeowner’s address and phone number. You may work with the homeowner to schedule this request around your availability.

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: Fieldstone Rd SW

A homeowner would appreciate a volunteer's assistance in cleaning their gutters.  Volunteer would need to bring a ladder in cleaning gutters on a one-story home.

After responding with your interest, Family Service Rochester will provide the homeowner’s address and phone number. You may work with the homeowner to schedule this request around your availability.

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: Chatfield

A homeowner is looking for a volunteer to  change furnace filter seasonally.

After responding with your interest, Family Service Rochester will provide the homeowners address and phone number. You may work with the homeowner to schedule this request around your availability.

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: Ave B NE, Chatfield

A man is asking for someone to replace a step (wooden) on the small set of steps to his outside deck.

After you respond with your interest, Family Service Rochester will provide the homeowners address and phone number. Volunteer will work with the client to schedule a date and time around the volunteers availability.  

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: E River Rd NE

A homeowner would appreciate a volunteer mowing her yard this summer.  The yard will take approximately 1 hour to mow.

Trimming is not included.  Mowing begins in April and ends in November based on need and weather.  The volunteer should be available to mow every 7-10 days early in the season, every two weeks later in the season, or as needed and agreed upon with homeowner.

Location:  19 1/2 Ave NW

A homeowner would appreciate a volunteer mowing her yard this summer.  The yard will take approximately 1 hour to mow.

Trimming is not included.  Mowing begins in April and ends in November based on need and weather.  The volunteer should be available to mow every 7-10 days early in the season, every two weeks later in the season, or as needed and agreed upon with homeowner.

Location:  Willow Ridge Dr SW

A homeowner would appreciate a volunteer mowing her yard this summer.  The yard will take approximately 1 hour to mow.

Trimming is not included.  Mowing begins in April and ends in November based on need and weather.  The volunteer should be available to mow every 7-10 days early in the season, every two weeks later in the season, or as needed and agreed upon with homeowner.

Location:  Graham Court SE

A woman is asking for someone to sweep her garage.

After you respond with your interest, Family Service Rochester will provide the homeowners address and phone number. Volunteer will work with the client to schedule a date and time around the volunteers availability.  

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: 21st St SE

A man is asking if a volunteer would be willing to pick him up at 11:00 am and bring him to Mayo NE Clinic for dialysis. Anticipates appt. will be done at 3:45pm with a ride home.

Additional information, including the man's location, will be sent to the volunteer once they respond.  

Thank you!

Location:  Oak Lodge Lane NE

A man is asking if a volunteer would be willing to pick him up at 1:00pm and bring him to OMC Elton Hills Physical Therapy for a 1:30pm appt.   Anticipates appt. will be 45-60 minutes with a ride home.  His wife may ride along.

Additional information, including the man's location, will be sent to the volunteer once they respond.  

Thank you!

Location:  Broadway Ave N

A man is asking if a volunteer would be willing to pick him up at 1:00pm and bring him to OMC Elton Hills Physical Therapy for a 1:30pm appt.   Anticipates appt. will be 45-60 minutes with a ride home.  His wife may ride along.

Additional information, including the man's location, will be sent to the volunteer once they respond.  

Thank you!

Location:  Broadway Ave N

A woman is asking if a volunteer would be willing to pick her up at 10:40am and bring her to OMC SE Clinic for an 11:10am appt. Anticipates appointment will be less than one hour with a ride home.

Additional information, including the woman's location, will be sent to the volunteer once they respond.  

Thank you!

Location:  Broadway Ave N

A woman is asking if a volunteer would be willing to pick her up and bring her to OMC SE Clinic for lab work in the morning.  Anticipates appointment will be less than 30 minutes with a ride home.  Contact client to schedule the time.

Additional information, including the woman's location, will be sent to the volunteer once they respond.  

Thank you!

Location:  Broadway Ave N

A woman asks if a volunteer would be willing to pick her up at 7:00am and bring her to the Gonda Bldg. for several appointments.  Anticipates her last appt. will end around 1:00pm and she will call when she's ready for a ride home.

Additional information, including the woman's location, will be sent to the volunteer once they respond.  

Thank you!

Location: 13 1/2 Street NW

A woman asks if a volunteer would be willing to pick her up at 1:30pm and bring her to Mayo NW Clinic for a 2:00pm appt.  Anticipates appt. will be 30-45 minutes with a ride home.

Additional information, including the woman's location, will be sent to the volunteer once they respond.  

Thank you!

Location: 13 1/2 Street NW

A woman asks if a volunteer would be willing to pick her up at 1:15pm and bring her to Mayo NW Clinic for a 1:45pm appt.  Anticipates appt. will be 30-45 minutes with a ride home.

Additional information, including the woman's location, will be sent to the volunteer once they respond.  

Thank you!

Location: 13 1/2 Street NW

A woman asks if a volunteer would be willing to pick her up at 1:30pm and bring her to Mayo NW Clinic for a 2:00pm appt.  Anticipates appt. will be 30-45 minutes with a ride home.

Additional information, including the woman's location, will be sent to the volunteer once they respond.  

Thank you!

Location: 13 1/2 Street NW

A woman is asking if a volunteer would be willing to pick her up at 12:15pm and bring her to 125 Live.  She anticipates she will be ready for a ride home at 4:30pm.

She may use a cane or walker.

Additional information, including the woman's location, will be sent to the volunteer once they respond.  

Thank you!

Location:  Commercial Drive SW, Rochester

A man is asking if a volunteer would be willing to pick him up at Hy-Vee South at 8:00 pm and bring him home.

Additional information, including the man's location, will be sent to the volunteer once they respond.  

Thank you!

Location: Crossroads Drive

Do a Home DIY for an elderly neighbor!
A homeowner is looking for a volunteer to replace shingles on little shed roof.

Supplies Needed: Homeowner is willing to purchase supplies that are needed for the project.

Location:  5th Ave SE Rochester

Further info: After you respond to this request, Family Service Rochester will provide the homeowner's address and phone number. You will then work with the homeowner to schedule a date and time around your availability.

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Do a Home DIY for an elderly neighbor!
A homeowner is looking for a volunteer to remove old paint and repaint kitchen cupboards.

Supplies Needed: Homeowner is willing to purchase supplies that are needed for the project.

Tools: Volunteer will need to bring tools needed

Further info: After you respond to this request, Family Service Rochester will provide the homeowner's address and phone number. You will then work with the homeowner to schedule a date and time around your availability.

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: 16th St NE

As you complete volunteering tasks, don't forget to go back and record your time. Your logged hours help us apply for grants, recognize you and other volunteers, and add up to some amazing numbers at the end of the year!

Logging your time is pretty simple, just click the 'Track Hours' tab, then the +Add Hours button. Select yes or no under "Hour Type" and fill in the details. If there isn't a matching open request to log your hours under, please make sure you leave a brief description for us so that we know what you completed and where.

A homeowner would appreciate a volunteer's assistance power washing and sealing her deck.

The homeowner has a power washer and supplies.

After responding with your interest, Family Service Rochester will provide the homeowners address and phone number. You may work with the homeowner to schedule this request around your availability.

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: NW Rochester

A client is looking for a volunteer to reframe two of his upstairs windows for him.

After you respond to this request, Family Service Rochester will provide the homeowner's address and phone number. You will then work with the homeowner to schedule a date and time around your availability.

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: 5th Ave SE

A homeowner is asking for assistance with sanding the hand rails and staining/sealing her deck.

The volunteer will work with the homeowner regarding supplies.

After responding with your interest, Family Service Rochester will provide the client's address and phone number. You can then work with the client to schedule this request around your availability.

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: 18th Ave NW

A client is looking for a volunteer to power wash outside of house and garage. She does not have a power washer.

Homeowner's address and phone number. You will then work with the homeowner to schedule a date and time around your availability.

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: 32nd Court NE

A client is looking for a volunteer to seal crack in driveway. She will provider sealant.

Homeowner's address and phone number. You will then work with the homeowner to schedule a date and time around your availability.

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: 32nd Court NE

A woman is asking for someone to put up railing at outside entry door. She will need to get railing  and does not have tools.

After you respond with your interest, Family Service Rochester will provide the homeowners address and phone number. Volunteer will work with the client to schedule a date and time around the volunteers availability.  

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: 9th Ave NE

A woman is asking for someone to hang two window shades in bedroom.

After you respond with your interest, Family Service Rochester will provide the homeowners address and phone number. Volunteer will work with the client to schedule a date and time around the volunteers availability.  

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: 22nd Ave NE

A man is asking for someone to make the walk-in to his house waterproof.

After you respond with your interest, Family Service Rochester will provide the homeowners address and phone number. Volunteer will work with the client to schedule a date and time around the volunteers availability.  

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: 5th Ave SE

As you complete volunteering tasks, don't forget to go back and record your time. Your logged hours help us apply for grants, recognize you and other volunteers, and add up to some amazing numbers at the end of the year!

Logging your time is pretty simple, just click the ‘Track Hours’ tab, then the +Add Hours button. Select yes or no under "Hour Type" and fill in the details. If there isn't a matching open request to log your hours under, please make sure you leave a brief description for us so that we know what you completed and where. 

A man is asking for someone to put cement in 3' w x 6' d hole in his basement.

After you respond with your interest, Family Service Rochester will provide the homeowners address and phone number. Volunteer will work with the client to schedule a date and time around the volunteers availability.  

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: 5th Ave SE

As you complete volunteering tasks, don't forget to go back and record your time. Your logged hours help us apply for grants, recognize you and other volunteers, and add up to some amazing numbers at the end of the year!

Logging your time is pretty simple, just click the ‘Track Hours’ tab, then the +Add Hours button. Select yes or no under "Hour Type" and fill in the details. If there isn't a matching open request to log your hours under, please make sure you leave a brief description for us so that we know what you completed and where. 

A man is asking for someone to caulk around a gable vent or replace if needed.

After you respond with your interest, Family Service Rochester will provide the homeowners address and phone number. Volunteer will work with the client to schedule a date and time around the volunteers availability.  

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: 5th Ave SE

As you complete volunteering tasks, don't forget to go back and record your time. Your logged hours help us apply for grants, recognize you and other volunteers, and add up to some amazing numbers at the end of the year!

Logging your time is pretty simple, just click the ‘Track Hours’ tab, then the +Add Hours button. Select yes or no under "Hour Type" and fill in the details. If there isn't a matching open request to log your hours under, please make sure you leave a brief description for us so that we know what you completed and where. 

A client is asking for someone to install railings on the front and side steps outside of their home. Metal railing to be removed and replaced with new wood railing.  Client will purchase supplies.

After you respond with your interest, Family Service Rochester will provide the homeowners address and phone number. Volunteer will work with the client to schedule a date and time around the volunteers availability.  

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: 14th Ave NW

As you complete volunteering tasks, don't forget to go back and record your time. Your logged hours help us apply for grants, recognize you and other volunteers, and add up to some amazing numbers at the end of the year!

Logging your time is pretty simple, just click the ‘Track Hours’ tab, then the +Add Hours button. Select yes or no under "Hour Type" and fill in the details. If there isn't a matching open request to log your hours under, please make sure you leave a brief description for us so that we know what you completed and where. 

Volunteers are needed to mow lawns for seniors and those with disabilities this summer. Mowing begins as soon as the yard is ready for mowing and ends in November based on need and weather.  The volunteer should be available to mow every 5 - 7 days early in the season, every 7 - 10 days later in the season, or as needed and agreed upon with homeowner.  Homeowners may or may not have a lawn mower.  If you are able to transport your mower to a location, please include that in your response.

This lawn would take approximately 1 hour to mow and has a fenced in back yard.

Please respond if interested and you will be contacted when you are matched to a request for assistance.

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: 13th Ave SE

Volunteers are needed to mow lawns for seniors and those with disabilities this summer. Mowing begins as soon as the yard is ready for mowing and ends in November based on need and weather.  The volunteer should be available to mow every 5 - 7 days early in the season, every 7 - 10 days later in the season, or as needed and agreed upon with homeowner.  Homeowners may or may not have a lawn mower.  If you are able to transport your mower to a location, please include that in your response.

This lawn would take approximately 2 hours to mow.

Please respond if interested and you will be contacted when you are matched to a request for assistance.

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: 19th St NW

Volunteers are needed to mow lawns for seniors and those with disabilities this summer. Mowing begins as soon as the yard is ready for mowing and ends in November based on need and weather.  The volunteer should be available to mow every 5 - 7 days early in the season, every 7 - 10 days later in the season, or as needed and agreed upon with homeowner. The homeowner may or may not have a mower, please state this in your response.

The client has requested that her lawn be mowed every two weeks. She has a gate to her backyard which would require a push mower be used. She also has a metal ramp in the front of the house.

This lawn would take approximately 1 hour to mow.

Please respond if interested and you will be contacted when you are matched to a request for assistance.

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: 8th St NW

Volunteers are needed to mow lawns for seniors and those with disabilities this summer. Mowing begins as soon as the yard is ready for mowing and ends in November based on need and weather.  The volunteer should be available to mow every 5 - 7 days early in the season, every 7 - 10 days later in the season, or as needed and agreed upon with homeowner. The homeowner may or may not have a mower, please state this in your response.

This homeowner does not have a mower.

This lawn would take approximately 45 minutes to mow.

Please respond if interested and you will be contacted when you are matched to a request for assistance.

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: 45th St NW

A man is asking for someone to replace wood frame around tree and by steps.

After you respond with your interest, Family Service Rochester will provide the homeowners address and phone number. Volunteer will work with the client to schedule a date and time around the volunteers availability.  

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: Zumbro Dr NW

A woman is asking for someone to remove 3 treadmills (2 work, 1 doesn't) and you can have them for free.

After you respond with your interest, Family Service Rochester will provide the homeowners address and phone number. Volunteer will work with the client to schedule a date and time around the volunteers availability.  

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: Hastings Ln NW

A client is looking for a volunteer to paint a bathroom.

After you respond to this request, Family Service Rochester will provide the homeowner's address and phone number. You will then work with the homeowner to schedule a date and time around your availability.

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: Oaklawn Ln NW

A client is seeking a volunteer to wash windows.

After responding with your interest, Family Service Rochester will provide the client’s address and phone number. You can then work with the client to schedule this request around your availability.

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: 16th St NE

Volunteers are needed to mow lawns for seniors and those with disabilities this summer. Mowing begins as soon as the yard is ready for mowing and ends in November based on need and weather.  The volunteer should be available to mow every 5 - 7 days early in the season, every 7 - 10 days later in the season, or as needed and agreed upon with homeowner. The homeowner may or may not have a mower, please state this in your response.

This lawn would take approximately 1 hour to mow.

Please respond if interested and you will be contacted when you are matched to a request for assistance.

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: 5th Ave SE

Volunteers are needed to mow lawns for seniors and those with disabilities this summer. Mowing begins as soon as the yard is ready for mowing and ends in November based on need and weather.  The volunteer should be available to mow every 5 - 7 days early in the season, every 7 - 10 days later in the season, or as needed and agreed upon with homeowner. The homeowner may or may not have a mower, please state this in your response.

This lawn would take approximately 45 minutes to mow.

Please respond if interested and you will be contacted when you are matched to a request for assistance.

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: Sierra Ln NE

Volunteers are needed to mow lawns for seniors and those with disabilities this summer. Mowing begins as soon as the yard is ready for mowing and ends in November based on need and weather.  The volunteer should be available to mow every 5 - 7 days early in the season, every 7 - 10 days later in the season, or as needed and agreed upon with homeowner. The homeowner may or may not have a mower, please state this in your response.

This client has a mower

This lawn would take approximately 45 minutes to mow.

Please respond if interested and you will be contacted when you are matched to a request for assistance.

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: 22nd St NW

Volunteers are needed to mow lawns for seniors and those with disabilities this summer. Mowing begins as soon as the yard is ready for mowing and ends in November based on need and weather.  The volunteer should be available to mow every 5 - 7 days early in the season, every 7 - 10 days later in the season, or as needed and agreed upon with homeowner. The homeowner may or may not have a mower, please state this in your response.

This client has a mower, but it hasn't been used in a while.

This lawn would take approximately 45 minutes to mow.

Please respond if interested and you will be contacted when you are matched to a request for assistance.

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: Valleyhigh Dr NW

Volunteers are needed to mow lawns for seniors and those with disabilities this summer. Mowing begins as soon as the yard is ready for mowing and ends in November based on need and weather.  The volunteer should be available to mow every 5 - 7 days early in the season, every 7 - 10 days later in the season, or as needed and agreed upon with homeowner. The homeowner may or may not have a mower, please state this in your response.

This lawn would take approximately 45 minutes to mow.

Please respond if interested and you will be contacted when you are matched to a request for assistance.

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: 1st St NW

Volunteers are needed to mow lawns for seniors and those with disabilities this summer. Mowing begins as soon as the yard is ready for mowing and ends in November based on need and weather.  The volunteer should be available to mow every 5 - 7 days early in the season, every 7 - 10 days later in the season, or as needed and agreed upon with homeowner. The homeowner may or may not have a mower, please state this in your response.

This lawn would take approximately 30 minutes to mow front yard only.

Please respond if interested and you will be contacted when you are matched to a request for assistance.

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: 28th St NW

Volunteers are needed to mow lawns for seniors and those with disabilities this summer. Mowing begins as soon as the yard is ready for mowing and ends in November based on need and weather.  The volunteer should be available to mow every 5 - 7 days early in the season, every 7 - 10 days later in the season, or as needed and agreed upon with homeowner. The homeowner may or may not have a mower, please state this in your response.

This client has a mower.

This lawn would take approximately 1 hour to mow.

Please respond if interested and you will be contacted when you are matched to a request for assistance.

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: 5th St NW

Volunteers are needed to mow lawns for seniors and those with disabilities this summer. Mowing begins as soon as the yard is ready for mowing and ends in November based on need and weather.  The volunteer should be available to mow every 5 - 7 days early in the season, every 7 - 10 days later in the season, or as needed and agreed upon with homeowner. The homeowner may or may not have a mower, please state this in your response.

This lawn would take approximately 45 minutes to mow.

Please respond if interested and you will be contacted when you are matched to a request for assistance.

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: Lark Ln NW, Stewartville

A client is seeking a volunteer to wash windows (outside) and screens

After responding with your interest, Family Service Rochester will provide the client’s address and phone number. You can then work with the client to schedule this request around your availability.

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location:  Red Tail Place SE

Volunteers are needed to mow lawns for seniors and those with disabilities this summer. Mowing begins as soon as the yard is ready for mowing and ends in November based on need and weather.  The volunteer should be available to mow every 5 - 7 days early in the season, every 7 - 10 days later in the season, or as needed and agreed upon with homeowner. The homeowner may or may not have a mower, please state this in your response.

This lawn would take approximately an hour and a half to mow

Please respond if interested and you will be contacted when you are matched to a request for assistance.

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: Trenton Ln NW

Volunteers are needed to mow lawns for seniors and those with disabilities this summer. Mowing begins as soon as the yard is ready for mowing and ends in November based on need and weather.  The volunteer should be available to mow every 5 - 7 days early in the season, every 7 - 10 days later in the season, or as needed and agreed upon with homeowner. The homeowner may or may not have a mower, please state this in your response.

This lawn would take approximately 45 minutes to mow.

Please respond if interested and you will be contacted when you are matched to a request for assistance.

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: 45th St NW

Volunteers are needed to mow lawns for seniors and those with disabilities this summer. Mowing begins as soon as the yard is ready for mowing and ends in November based on need and weather.  The volunteer should be available to mow every 5 - 7 days early in the season, every 7 - 10 days later in the season, or as needed and agreed upon with homeowner. The homeowner may or may not have a mower, please state this in your response.

This lawn would take approximately 1 hour to mow.

Please respond if interested and you will be contacted when you are matched to a request for assistance.

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: 22nd St NW

A man is asking if a volunteer would be willing to pick him up at his home at 2:30 p.m. and bring him to his job at Hy-Vee South in Rochester.

Additional information, including the man's location, will be sent to the volunteer once they respond.  

Thank you!

Location:  28th Street SE

A woman is asking if a volunteer would be willing to pick her up at 9:30am and bring her to 125 Live.  She anticipates she will be ready for a ride home at 1:30pm.

She does use a walker. 

Additional information, including the woman's location, will be sent to the volunteer once they respond.  

Thank you!

Location:  Commerce Drive NW, Rochester

A woman is asking if a volunteer would be willing to pick her up at 8:15am and bring her to OMC SE Clinic for two appts.  Anticipates second appt. at 9:10am will be less than one hour with a ride home.

Additional information, including the woman's location, will be sent to the volunteer once they respond.  

Location:  Civic Center Drive NE

A woman is asking if a volunteer would be willing to pick her up at 1:40pm and bring her to OMC -Byron Clinic for a 2:00pm appt.  She anticipates the appointment should take less than one hour with a ride home.

Additional information, including the woman's location, will be sent to the volunteer once they respond.  

Thank you!

Location:  Byron

Family Service Rochester is partnering with other organizations across the community - Channel One and Cub Foods -  to distribute food to those in need through FSR Fresh!

FSR Fresh is a grocery box delivery program, run with the help of volunteers, and this opportunity allows you to help with the delivery of grocery boxes to clients.

Pick up location: 1625 Highway 14 East, Rochester, MN 55904 (pull around to the back of the building & enter door)

Pick up time: 10:30 AM (deliveries usually take between 1.5 and 2 hours)

Distribution area: Mainly Rochester - but will possibly include Byron, Kasson, Stewartville, or Oronoco

**Bring a cooler if you have one, otherwise one will be provided for you (larger cooler preferred)

Questions about the program or task? Reach out to our Volunteer Engagement Team at 507-287-2010 or volunteers@familyservicerochester.org 

Thank you for considering this request!

A senior woman would like a volunteer to take her grocery shopping twice a month at Hy-Vee Crossroads.

After you sign up for this request, Family Service Rochester will send you the client's information.

Thank you for volunteering for our senior and disabled clients.

Location: 400 block of 5th Ave SE, Stewartville

A homeowner is asking for a volunteer to straighten a 6' cedar privacy fence so that it is not leaning.

After you respond with your interest, Family Service Rochester will provide the homeowners address and phone number. Volunteer will work with the homeowner to schedule a date and time around the volunteers availability.  

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity!

Location: 1200 block of Chester Road SE

A woman asks if a volunteer would be willing to pick her up at 11:30am and bring her to Northwest Dental on 37th Street for a 12:00pm appt.  Anticipates appt. will last about 1 hour, with a ride home.

Additional information, including the woman's location, will be sent to the volunteer once they respond.  

Thank you!

Location: 13 1/2 Street NW

A man is asking if a volunteer would be willing to pick him up at 1:10pm and bring him to Olmsted Medical Center SE Clinic for a 1:40pm appointment.  He anticipates the appointment will be one hour with a ride home.

Additional information, including the man's location, will be sent to the volunteer once they respond.  

Thank you!

Location:  6th Ave SW