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Published 11/13/25 3:35PM
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Cook and Connect at Simpson Community Shelter

Simpson Housing Services, Inc.
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:
    Flexible
    Commitment Details:
    2 Hours for lunch and 2 hours for dinner
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    6
    Cause Areas:
    Housing & Homelessness, Hunger, Food Security, Policy
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Teens, Age 55+, International Volunteers, Private Corporate Groups
    Age Requirement:
    13+
    Wheelchair Accessible

    Description

    Join us in Simpson Community Shelter’s kitchen to help prepare and serve nutritious, chef-led meals that nourish both body and spirit. Volunteers work alongside our shelter chef to cook, serve, and share meals that reflect the cultures and dignity of our community.

    Volunteering is simple, meaningful, and donation-based — your group’s contribution directly supports high-quality ingredients for each meal.

    🍽 Chef-planned menus — no shopping or prep needed

    ⏰ Two volunteer shifts available:

    • Lunch: 10:30 AM–1:00 PM

    • Dinner: 5:30–7:30 PM

    💛 Staff support to guide food safety and logistics

    🤝 Shared costs ensure consistent, nourishing meals for guests

    By volunteering, you’re not just serving food — you’re building community and helping create a space of warmth, dignity, and connection for shelter residents. No prior cooking experience needed.

    Location

    On-site
    Minneapolis, MN, USA
    Directions

    Simpson Community Shelter is located in South Minneapolis by Eat Street.

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