Step-Up Volunteers Needed! (March-June 2027)

About the role

Project for Pride in Living, Inc. (PPL) is dedicated to serving individuals and families struggling with poverty, limited education, and other complex barriers to self-reliance. Over our 50+-year history as a nonprofit, we have developed a broad range of highly integrated programs that help participants build more stable lives. Step Up Volunteers are needed to assist with Orientation/Onboarding/Professional Development Days throughout the year (mostly March‑August on the dates and shifts they choose). PPL’s Step‑Up Foundations Program connects young people ages 14‑21 to paid internship and career readiness experiences every summer; in‑person events help ensure participants complete requirements for landing a summer internship. Interns are matched to nonprofit, government and community‑based organizations, with wages paid by the City of Minneapolis, and PPL provides intern matching support, employer engagement, and continuous training and professional development opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with setting up tables and organizing any materials for the day
• Greet & check in participants/staff in a friendly and welcoming manner
• Guide participants to their next steps
• Some volunteers may be “Floaters” meaning they will assist randomly with tasks throughout the shift
• Information/form collection
• Assist with clean‑up if applicable

Qualifications

• Friendly, welcoming, and non‑judgmental attitude
• Willingness to assist a diverse population of residents
• Experience working with families from varied backgrounds or those who have experienced trauma is a plus
• Respect for privacy requirements when dealing with personal information and registering participants
• Ages 18+
• Ability to lift and carry 10 lbs
• Comfortable with bending, standing, and being active throughout the shift

Schedule

Volunteer shifts are mostly offered March through August, with dates and times chosen by the volunteer.