Youth Program Volunteer - Spring/Summer 2026 Minneapolis

Project for Pride in Living (PPL); Minneapolis (MN); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Project for Pride in Living (PPL) is seeking dedicated volunteers to assist with youth enrichment programs in Minneapolis. Volunteers will engage young people in art, literacy, and other activities that foster social-emotional development. Ideal candidates should be enthusiastic about working with diverse youth, possess patience, and be committed to empowering others. This rewarding role involves supporting relationships and creating a safe environment for participants. Volunteers are expected to attend weekly meetings, helping to build consistency in youth engagement.

Qualifications

• Volunteer must be enthusiastic while learning alongside young people.
• Need patience, understanding, and flexibility to adapt.
• Comfortable working across various age groups.

Responsibilities

• Assist with art enrichment and literacy activities for youth.
• Support social-emotional development of participants.
• Create a safe and productive environment.

Skills

Enthusiasm to learn alongside young people

Patience

Flexibility

Ability to work independently

Commitment to empowering others

Passion for working with youth

Comfort interacting with parents

Job description

Overview

Project for Pride in Living, Inc. (PPL) is dedicated to serving individuals and families struggling with poverty, limited education, and other complex barriers to self‑reliance. Over our 50+ year history as a nonprofit, we have developed a broad range of highly integrated programs that help participants build more stable lives.

Location

Minneapolis

Days and Times

Weekly evenings, 1 day per week (Jan/Feb–Apr/May). Most shifts occur between 5:30 pm and 7:30 pm.

About the Youth Enrichment Series

Our Youth Enrichment Series are programs available to youth living in PPL housing communities. They run for 3–6 weeks at a time throughout the year; volunteers are encouraged to commit to a longer timeframe when possible to build consistency and relationships. Each series focuses on different age groups (5–18 years old) and covers topics such as art, science, music, cooking, social justice, community service, and more. Activities take place at housing locations and off-site.

What You Will Be Doing

Assist with art enrichment, literacy and writing activities, and other physically and mentally stimulating youth experiences. Every activity is prepared by PPL staff or program partners. Your role supports youth in their social‑emotional development, helps build trusting, non‑judgmental relationships, and creates a safe, productive, and supportive environment for all participants.

Qualities We Hope to See in a Volunteer

• Enthusiasm to learn alongside young people
• Patience, understanding, and flexibility to adapt to each youth’s needs
• Interest in working across age groups and areas of interest
• Ability to work independently and maintain consistent weekly attendance
• Commitment to empowering others by sharing your skills and knowledge
• Passion for working with youth from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds
• Comfort interacting with parents/guardians to support youth success

Physical Demands

Volunteers are regularly required to sit, bend, and communicate. They may occasionally need to lift or move 10–25 pounds.

Work Environment & Accommodations

Noise levels are generally moderate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to participate.

Contact

Latisha Moening, Volunteer Program Manager
[e-mail]

Equal Opportunity Statement

Project for Pride in Living, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Organization. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, PPL provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current volunteers to discuss potential accommodations.