Lend A Hand In Eagan: Holiday Volunteer Opportunities Near You

The holiday season is about more than lights and celebrations — it’s also a meaningful time to give back and make a difference right here at home. We’ve rounded up a few organizations in and around Eagan that could use a helping hand this season. This isn’t an all-inclusive list, but a starting point — be sure to contact each group directly to learn about their current needs, requirements and how you can best support their efforts.

Open Door Pantry

Open Door Pantry supports individuals and families facing food insecurity across Dakota County, including Eagan, by offering fresh produce, shelf-stable groceries and mobile pantry services. Volunteers help with food distribution, stocking shelves, assisting clients or supporting mobile pantry events throughout the community.
Learn more: theopendoorpantry.org

360 Communities – Lewis House & Food Shelves

360 Communities supports residents across Dakota County and the south metro — including Eagan — through food shelves, housing assistance and violence prevention programs. Volunteers can help by stocking and organizing food shelves, assisting clients, or supporting services that help families in crisis.
Learn more: 360communities.org

Dakota Woodlands

Dakota Woodlands is the only shelter for families experiencing homelessness in Dakota County, and it relies on volunteers to help support families entering, staying and transitioning from shelter to permanent housing. Volunteers might assist with meals, children’s activities, donation sorting or move-in support.

Learn more: dakotawoodlands.org

Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities

Union Gospel Mission serves people experiencing homelessness and hunger across the Twin Cities area, including those from Eagan. Volunteers can assist with meal preparation, serving in dining halls, organizing supplies or supporting outreach and recovery programs.
Learn more: ugmtc.org

Pet Haven

Pet Haven is a foster-based animal rescue serving the Twin Cities metro area and always needs volunteers to support its lifesaving work. Opportunities include animal care, transport, adoption events and behind-the-scenes administrative help — perfect for animal lovers in or near Eagan.

Learn more: pethavenmn.org

Safe Hands Rescue

Safe Hands Rescue is a foster-based animal rescue serving the Twin Cities metro area, working to save animals from high-risk shelters and place them in loving foster homes. Volunteers are needed for fostering, animal transport, adoption events and home-visit coordination to help pets find permanent homes.
Learn more: safehandsrescue.org

Stonehaven Senior Living

Stonehaven Senior Living in Eagan welcomes volunteers to support community life through activities like parties, creative arts, educational programs, wellness and outings for residents. Volunteers say they enjoy gaining confidence, meeting new people and making a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults.

Learn more: stonehavenseniorliving.com/connect-with-us/volunteer

Whether you volunteer for an hour or all season long, your time can make a real difference right here in Eagan.

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