Get involved

We are always looking for volunteers to help us support individuals and families in need. We welcome people of all ages and abilities, whether you want to volunteer for a single event or on a continuous basis.

The support of individuals, businesses and communities is vital to our nonprofit. We’re always in need of partners to help fulfill WeCAN’s mission.

Contact us to discuss how you can help.

Members of the National Honor Society at Mound Westonka High School run projects to support WeCAN and volunteer on-site.

Giving Back is Good Business

There are countless benefits for organizations that give back. Here are a few from Entrepreneur's "4 Ways Your Company Benefits From Giving Back" article:

Builds respect and a good reputation in the community
Makes your community a better place to live
Employees respect leaders who do good
Connections and networking

Other resources to check out:

Ways your organization can help:

Sponsoring events
Providing food and/or supplies for events
Holding drives and fundraisers
Donate items
Donate food
Donate money
Let employees volunteer during work hours
Provide professional services
Tell your customers/members about WeCAN
You tell us how you can help!

Contact us to discuss how your organization
can help.

Make a difference in the lives of others. Spend quality time with your family that's not centered around a screen. Give back to your community. Make new friends. Put your skills to good use.

View our volunteer opportunities below

Why Volunteer?

Volunteer Opportunities

Administrative Assistance

Answer and direct phone calls
Data entry
Computer support

Family Support Programs (Coat Drive, Adopt-a-Family, Ready-to-Learn)

Assist with registration and distribution
Sort and organize supplies
Assemble school bags
Help clients choose winter wear

Communications, Public Relations

and Marketing

Write and distribute press releases
Website support

Fundraising

Planning, recruiting and implementing special events such as the Prayer Breakfast, Adopt-A-Family and Winter Coat Drive

Meals on Wheels

Driving in Maple Plain and Mound areas to deliver lunches and provide a friendly well-check.
Just one day a week makes a big difference!

Mobile Market

Bagging, packing sorting and distributing food for our WeCAN Mobile Market
Picking up food from local stores and markets for our food recovery program.

Employment Program

Provide resume writing assistance
Conduct mock job interviews with clients
Assist clients with job searches

Ready to Get Started?

Please complete the online Volunteer Application Form. You will be added to our volunteer database and we'll contact you when we are ready for you! Please feel free to contact us with any questions.