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Adaptive Recreation Closet Organizer & Inventory Volunteer

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Edina, MN
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per week
    Commitment Details:
    Flexible, project-based role totaling 15 to 30 hours. Volunteers commit 4 to 6 hours per week or every other week. Work can be scheduled around availability and completed over multiple sessions.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    1
    Cause Areas:
    Children & Youth, Disability, Mental Health, Sports & Recreation
    Good For:
    Teens, Age 55+, International Volunteers
    Age Requirement:
    15+
    Other Requirements:
    Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs, work independently, and communicate with staff as needed. Comfortable organizing a variety of supplies and using basic computer tools such as Excel is helpful but not required.

    Description

    Help support inclusive recreation programs by organizing and inventorying our Adaptive Recreation closet. This hands-on project will improve how equipment and supplies are stored, tracked, and accessed by staff, helping us deliver high-quality programs for individuals of all abilities.

    Our rec closet includes a wide variety of items, from sports equipment like cornhole and basketballs to cooking and baking supplies, arts and crafts materials, and more. This project is perfect for someone who enjoys creating order, building systems, and making a meaningful behind-the-scenes impact.

    What you will do:

    • Meet with our Adaptive Recreation team to understand program needs and priorities
    • Sort and organize a variety of recreation supplies and equipment
    • Create a clear, easy-to-use storage system with labeled bins and spaces
    • Conduct a full inventory of items and track quantities and condition
    • Build a simple inventory system using Excel or a similar tool
    • Identify items that are low, missing, or need replacement

    Time commitment:

    This is a flexible, project-based opportunity estimated at 15 to 30 total hours, scheduled around your availability.

    Ideal volunteer:

    Detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working independently. Experience with spreadsheets is helpful but not required.

    Impact:

    Your work will help staff save time, stay organized, and ensure participants have the supplies they need for fun, safe, and inclusive experiences.

    Location

    On-site

    Reach for Resources Office

    7300 Metro Blvd, Edina, MN 55439, USA
    Ste 625

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