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Published 10/29/25 3:01PM

Make a Difference—One Child at a Time!

Hennepin Health System
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Minneapolis, MN
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per week
    Commitment Details:
    4 hour shift once a week
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    8
    Cause Areas:
    Children & Youth, Health & Medicine, Volunteering
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    Out of high school

    Description

    Do you love engaging games, colorful activities, and fun stories? Are you passionate about making a positive impact on a child’s life?

    If you are 18 or older, and out of high school, and have daytime availability, you might be the perfect fit for our team!

    The Pediatric Department at Hennepin Healthcare is seeking compassionate, reliable, and enthusiastic volunteers to help create joyful and comforting experiences for our young patients. As a volunteer, you’ll:

    • Interact with children of all ages and backgrounds
    • Support play, reading, and creative activities
    • Provide moments of fun and distraction during hospital stays
    • Help foster a welcoming and inclusive environment

    We especially welcome multilingual volunteers to support our diverse Minneapolis community.

    Whether you're exploring a future in healthcare or simply want to give back—this is your chance to help people and change lives.

    Apply today and become a pediatric buddy!

    Location

    On-site

    Hennepin Healthcare

    701 Park Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55415, USA

    How to Volunteer for This Opportunity

    Please visit our website listed above to complete the volunteer application. Once your application is accepted, you will receive instructions outlining the next steps. These will include:

    • Scheduling an interview
    • Submitting immunization records (including two doses of Varicella and MMR)
    • Providing updated TB testing and flu vaccination documentation
    • Completing a background study

    One of our Engagement Coordinators will guide you through each step of the process to ensure everything is completed smoothly.

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