Sports Buddies sought
Big Brothers Big Sisters Community-based mentoring program matches children 7- to 17-years-old in a new match who desire a match with a Big Brother or Big Sister. Once they are matched, they can stay matched until age 21. They are looking for Bigs to match with a Little and participate in spectating and interactive sporting activities. The requirement is a 6 month commitment with 1-2 planned events throughout each month. Visit https://www.bigdefenders.org/beabig/ to complete a form of inquiry. Visit www.bigdefenders.org or call 320-253-1616 to learn more.
Catholic Charities Senior Dining seeks volunteers
Catholic Charities Senior Dining is looking for volunteers to help in their satellite dining locations. Volunteers will assist Senior Dining Food Coordinator with before, during and after meal duties and to assist in setting up the food service line, serving food, washing dished and packaging Meals on Wheels. Hours vary, approximated 1-2 hours daily for each shift. Contact Annie at annie.henriksen@ccstcloud.org or 320-229-4590 or visit www.ccstcloud.org to learn more.
Huskies Food Pantry needs donations
Donate non-perishable food items and other goods to the Huskies Food pantry. Current specific donation needs include culturally desired foods (i.e. Halal; Indian; African; Asian; etc.) and toiletries. For culturally desired foods you can find locally at Thao Market, Stop & Go, Mogadishu Market, and Viet Tin (to name a few). For toiletries, you can find these items for low cost at Dollar Tree, Gopher Bargain Center, Walmart, Target, or online. See below for specific examples: black, red and white beans, chickpeas, shelf stable Halal items, canned meat, spices/sauces: red, green, yellow curry in small cans; stir fry mixes in packets; powdered curry, cumin, turmeric, chili, cardamom, onion, garlic, soy/oyster/fish sauces, vegetable, canola and olive oil (12-32 oz. sizes), coconut cream powder or small cans, cooking oils, wai wai noodles/ramen, dish soap, and toiletries. All donations can be brought to the Huskies Food Pantry’s location, Hill Hall Room 190. Email foodpantry@stcloudstate.edu with questions.
