Are you looking for ways to love and serve your neighbors? We encourage you to support one or more of St. Andrew’s ministry partners in the days and weeks ahead. Read below to find a place that you can provide your time and resources. The information on this page is updated regularly so stop back and visit frequently.
If you are unable to volunteer time or drop off in-kind donations you can donate to the St. Andrew Benevolence Fund. We use these funds to directly support our community partners.
St. Andrew’s Ministry Partners
Forest Hills Elementary School
Gas and Grocery Cards – Forest Hills social workers are connected to our most vulnerable children and families. St. Andrew is collecting Gas and Grocery cards that staff will deliver to Forest Hills. Please donate cards in increments of $100 or less. Bring your gift cards to St. Andrew directly.
Snack and Supply Drive – Forest Hills is in need of snacks and school supplies to provide to students for the remainder of the year. In addition, we are boosting staff morale during this difficult time and supplying with treats of their own. You can find a list of snacks and supplies on our Amazon Wishlist. They will be shipped directly to St. Andrew and we will deliver.
Discovery Room Helpers – Children need hope. Discovery Room helpers assist teachers in activity rooms that empower students to explore their interests like art, science, music, and so much more. If you are interested contact Pastor Kristin Skare and she will connect you to school staff. A background check is required for this opportunity.
PROP Food Support Community
February Paper Products Drive at St. Andrew – PROP needs paper products for our neighbors – Paper towels, toilet paper, Kleenex, feminine hygiene products, and any other kind of paper product. Bring your paper products to St. Andrew January 25 – February 17.
Empty Bowls – Tuesday, February 17 at 8am to 9pm at St. Andrew Lutheran Church Come for soup, handmade bowls, a silent auction, local entertainment and 100% of proceeds go to PROP Food Shelf to help our neighbors. Lunch served from 11-1:30 and dinner served 4-7 pm.
Volunteer at PROP – Whether you want to deliver groceries, stock shelves, or greet people PROP Food Shelves would love your help. Visit the PROP website for current opportunities.
Augustana Lutheran Church in Partnership with Community Emergency Service
Donate a Meal or Funds for Augustana Lutheran’s Food Shelf – Any amount you donate will help fund groceries and meals for our vulnerable neighbors living in the Phillips Neighborhood in Minneapolis. You can donate directly on their website.
Community Meal Support – Augustana Lutheran Church provides bi-weekly meals to the neighbors who live in the Phillips Neighborhood. Sign up to offer your time to help set-up, serve, and clean-up.
Spanish Speaking individuals Needed to Assist at the Front Desk of the Food Shelf -Having a Spanish-speaking presence at the front desk helps ensure that neighbors can walk through the doors, be welcomed with dignity, and receive support in a way that feels safe, respectful, and clear.
They are especially in need of volunteers during the following times:
- Tuesday–Thursday, 1:00–4:00pm (primary need)
- Tuesday–Thursday, 4:00–6:00pm
- Friday, 1:00–3:00pm
- Weekday mornings 9:00am-12:00pm specifically to answer phones.
Please feel free to reach out with questions, or fill out their online volunteer form.
Eden Prairie Neighbor Support
Food Delivery – Many families are in need of having groceries delivered to their homes. Join the Indivisible Eden Prairie Area Facebook Group and search for delivery links to sign-up.
Neighbor Support – Stand at bus stops, outside of Muslim Mosques during prayer time, drive residents to work, and more. Join the Indivisible Eden Prairie Area Facebook Group and search for volunteer links.