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How much time is required to volunteer? |
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MAP Volunteer
Make a difference.
Be a MAP Volunteer. |
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MAP's volunteer activities fit a variety of schedules, and we encourage you to think about how much time you want to commit to volunteering. Many opportunities occur outside of daytime business hours, to accommodate busy work schedules.
To find out about specific volunteer activities, check out these descriptions or contact us to learn more. |
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How do I sign up for a specific volunteer opportunity? |
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The easiest way to start volunteering for a specific job is to sign up online to be a MAP volunteer. This will automatically add you to our e–mail list for volunteer updates and alerts. In some cases, there may not be an immediate volunteer opening. The coordinator will contact you to let you know this and keep your contact information for future reference. |
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We consider community service volunteer requests on a case by case basis. Volunteers would need to meet with the Volunteer Coordinator to discuss the service requirements, circumstances for which volunteer hours need to be completed, and the amount of work that is available, based on time of year and amount of projects that exist at the time. A community service volunteer takes full responsibility for completing the assignments undertaken, and must take the initiative and responsibility for following through on the work.. |
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I would like to do an internship at the Minnesota AIDS Project. How do I get started? |
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Take a moment to review our online signup form to see where we currently offer internships. Different programs at MAP have different needs and requirements, so it helps for us to know at the start if your interests match our departments’ needs. When you have completed the online signup process, the Volunteer Coordinator will contact you to discuss next steps. Signing up to be a volunteer does not guarantee an automatic placement, but we will do our best to review your inquiry and determine if there is a good fit. |
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Can groups volunteer? How do I sign up with a group?  |
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Yes!! Depending on the event or project, your community or school group may be an excellent fit for MAP volunteer activities. To get your group involved, contact the Volunteer Coordinator at 612–373–9160 or volunteer@mnaidsproject.org. |
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Can I just show up at the AIDS Walk or BAR AIDS to volunteer? |
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No. For special events, we may need anywhere from 50 to 500 volunteers. In addition, there may be anywhere from 100 to a few thousand participants. To ensure that we have a safe and well–managed event, all volunteers must complete training prior to that date. All positions are filled on a first come, first served basis, with little guarantee that you can simply walk in and perform a job you have done in the past. |
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I would like to attend Tuesday or Thursday Nighters, but I'm not done with work until after 5 p.m. Is it okay to show up then? |
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Yes!! Tuesday and Thursday Nighters are held from 4:30 until 7 p.m. Come when you can and stay as long as you like. You don't need to be there the whole time. When you sign up online and specify your interest in Tuesday and Thursday Nighters, we will email you a reminder one week before each event. Be sure to check our Volunteer Calendar of Events to see when the next Tuesday or Thursday Nighter will occur. |
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I want to volunteer my time by working directly with people living with HIV. Why aren't there more opportunities to do that? |
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One of the great benefits of improved HIV health care is that many clients, while continuing to need to carefully monitor their health, are able to live independently and participate in community life. However, there continues to be a need for volunteers to provide assistance with grocery and food shelf deliveries. Because this position involves working directly with MAP clients, we require an extended application process, interview, and background check before you may begin. To find out more, please call 612–373–9160 or email volunteer@mnaidsproject.org. |
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Does MAP offer a basic HIV course for volunteers and community members? |
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The Minnesota AIDS Project is the local authorized provider for American Red Cross HIV Starter Facts and Instructor trainings. In order to become a Red Cross–certified HIV Instructor, a volunteer must complete this as part of a two–day course. The cost to attend is $65. These amounts are consistent with the fees charged for HIV trainings offered by the Red Cross, and cover the minimum costs of coordinating the trainings. A limited number of $50 scholarships are available for each course. To learn more, contact the MAP AIDSLine at 612–373–2437. |
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How do I get to the MAP office? Where do I park? |
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The Minnesota AIDS Project office is located at 1400 Park Avenue in Minneapolis. You may park in either of the parking lots next to the building. Just be sure to sign in your car with the receptionist. Please click on the Contact Us portion of the Web site to see a map. |
