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Volunteer mentors work with men and women prior to their release from the Hennepin County Adult Correctional Facility and walk with them on their journey back to the community. The mentors help ex-offenders navigate through social service and government channels. They offer practical advice on job hunting, budgeting and housing issues.
Help parents of children ages 0 to 5 understand the developmental milestones appropriate for their child's age and how to get their child ready for kindergarten. (Free training provided)
Help run weekly support groups for low-income mothers working to better their lives and the lives of their children.
Tutor American Indian children in reading and math after-school once a week.
Collect food - especially items for diabetics - for the Horizons Unlimited food shelf that specializes in serving urban American Indians.
Collect winter clothing and children's Christmas gifts for low-income Minneapolis American Indian families.
Do chores for low-income seniors who need help with house cleaning, mowing, shoveling, and minor home repairs.
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