On-Campus Volunteer Opportunities

Sidewalk Chalk
Mavs in Action
Join Mavs in Action to spread positive messages with chalk outside of the CSU near the fountain!
Thursday, April 30th
4-5 PM
Outside of the CSU near the fountain
Volunteer Sign-Up Link
 

Summer On-Campus Volunteer Opportunities

Juneteenth Volunteers Needed
GMDC 
Juneteenth, or Freedom Day, commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans on June 19, 1865. In Mankato, we celebrate this day by honoring our community’s rich history of activism and the ongoing struggle for racial justice. Each year, we gather to reflect on the legacy of those who fought for freedom and to reaffirm our commitment to building an equitable future for all. This year’s theme is Rooted in History, Rising Together. 
Volunteer needs include: 

• Set-up and take-down 
• Checking people in 
• Freedom walk helpers 
• Info table 
• Event performers 

The Annual Freedom Walk starts at the Shared Spaces Building (127 S. 2nd St.) at 2:30pm and ends at the event site 
Friday, June 19th 
1:00-8:00 PM 
Located at Civic Center Plaza Front Lawn on campus 
Volunteer Sign-Up Link 
Performer Sign-Up Link 
 

Moving Assistance Needed from RSOs 
Move Crew 
Move Crew volunteers assist by unloading vehicles, watching belongings, directing traffic, and most importantly, engaging with our incoming Mavericks and their families. With several hundred students and their families coming to campus, you're sure to make a big impact! Volunteers will be provided with a Move Crew hat and are encouraged to wear Minnesota State University, Mankato apparel or any apparel that is connected to their RSO. Participating in Move Crew offers several benefits, including: 

• Opportunities for RSOs to be awarded monetary awards ranging from $75-$150 
• Having your RSO featured in one of Residential Life's weekly newsletters 
• A chance to win gift cards 

Thursday, August 20th 
Shifts are from 8:15am-11:15am, 11:00am-2:00pm and 1:45pm-4:30pm. 
Come help for a shift or the entire day! 
Located on campus 

If you're interested in volunteering or have questions, please contact Emily Ender, Assistant Director for Residential Education, at emily.ender@mnsu.edu or 507-389-2987 by July 24, 2026.   

Mankato Area Volunteer Opportunities

Looking to get off campus and serve the Greater Mankato Area Community? Here is what we have found. Area partners have one-time and ongoing needs. Each week we will highlight at least 3 area agencies who depend on volunteers. 
Check it out!

Food Rescue & Distribution 
Echo Food Shelf 
Volunteering your time and talent at the ECHO Food Shelf is a great way to support ECHO and help your neighbors in need!  Duties may vary according to current needs. 
One-time and ongoing volunteer opportunities 
See sign-up link for available dates and times 
1014 South Front Street Mankato, MN 56001 
Volunteer Sign-Up Link 
Located in downtown Mankato. Accessible by public transportation via bus #7 

Community Service
VINE Faith in Action 
Serving older adults and people with disabilities, VINE has hundreds of volunteers who help older adults, people with disabilities, and families in difficult situations. Opportunities include Meals on Wheels (delivering routes twice a month), transportation for community members, pool monitoring at the VINE Adult Community Center, teaching wellness classes, and helping at the VINE Home Thrift Store with pricing, organizing, and cashiering 
One-time and ongoing needs 
Various times, dates, and locations - see sign up link for more details 
Volunteer Sign-Up Link 
Accessible via public transportation route 13 
 

Volunteer at Your Local Library!
Blue Earth County Library 
Consider volunteering at the Blue Earth County Libraries! Throughout the year, the library has special projects and events that require extra help. During those times, the library will ask for your participation. 

Examples of Volunteer Activities: 

• Shelving books 
• Shelf reading 
• Cleaning 
• Assisting with activities and events 
• Summer Learning Program 

One-time and recurring Volunteer Opportunities 
See volunteer sign-up link for dates and times 
100 E Main St. Mankato, MN 56001 
Volunteer Sign-Up Link 
Accessible via public transportation bus route #7 

Student Basic Needs Resources

Sodexo Swipe Out Hunger
Maverick Food Pantry
Campus Cupboard at Crossroads
Echo Food Shelf

• accessible via bus route #7
• online ordering available

Live bus tracker
MNSU Emergency Grant Resources
Off Campus Housing Resources