A tree is set up in Hosanna's Atrium with tags indicating age and type of gift. The program starts in November and runs to mid-December. Building skills are not required, only a willingness to use your hands to help others achieve their dream of owning a home. Kids n' Kinship Kids n' Kinship provides adult friendship to children who are in need of a positive role model. The program serves children from ages 5-16 who are from a single parent family and live in the Dakota County area.
Volunteers make a one year commitment to meet weekly with a child.
Volunteers spend time with their Kinschild sharing common interests, teaching new skills, and building trust. Volunteers can be individuals, couples, or the entire family. The Lewis House, located in Eagan, is a short term shelter for battered women and children. There are many volunteer opportunities available. They need people seven days a week, twenty-four hours a day, for ongoing projects, one time projects for individuals, or for groups.