Volunteer Spotlight: Our 2024 Volunteers

Hundreds of volunteers choose FSR as their way to connect with people needing assistance in their community. Their contributions of time and talent help provide:

• Affordable assistance with transportation, meal delivery, household chores, companionship, & more.
• Safe, conflict-free access for children to spend time with loved ones when their families are disrupted.
• Organizational leadership and governance.
• Assistance with fundraising and events.

In 2024, FSR saw an influx of 328 new volunteer registrations. These individuals’ and group leaders’ commitment to their community truly makes a difference in the lives of others. Together, building better lives, spreading kindness, and creating an impact!

Over 900 people chose to volunteer through FSR. Individuals of varying ages, organizations, groups, service clubs, faith communities, families, and businesses participated in some way to help. Their logged hours can be seen by program and service to the left.

Over 70 groups (500+ people) gave back through service hours in southeast Minnesota. Group volunteering is something that ebbs and flows with the seasons. We often see businesses, schools, and organizations partner with us for seasonal yard cleanup, delivering Meals on Wheels, and helping run events. Most of these groups are local, but some are from out of state, here for a conference, and still dedicated to helping others through volunteerism wherever they go. A handful of groups step-up last minute to help someone in immediate need, and many plan weeks in advance to schedule their promise to help.

Some services provided through FSR rely heavily on volunteers and their willingness to help their community.

Thank you to all our amazing volunteers!