YNPN-TC Newsletter
October 2026
The Young Nonprofit Professionals Network of the Twin Cities is made by and for you: people motivated to forge meaningful connections and bring real change to our communities. We aim to provide and promote opportunities for the development of young nonprofit professionals in the greater Twin Cities.
Please take 3 minutes to fill out the form below to receive information about upcoming volunteer opportunities with YNPN.
Upcoming Events:
Learning with LifeWorks
October 13, 2026 | 5:30-7:00 PM | LifeWorks, 6636 Cedar Ave S #250, Richfield, MN 55423
Join us for a training from LifeWorks on disability inclusion in the workplace. LifeWorks partners with businesses, communities, and people with disabilities to create disability inclusion. We will have time to network from 5:30-6:00PM, followed by a 1-hour Disability 101 training. This training will help you build awareness and skills to create inclusive, accessible communities.
Register for October 13
Member Meet-Up: Trivia
November 17, 2026 | 6:30-8:00 PM | Surly Brew Hall, 520 Malcolm Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414
Join YNPN-TC at the iconic Surly Brewing Beer Hall for a fun night of trivia, hosted by Trivia Mafia!
Register for November 17
Want to check out our previous events? Find the full list on our website.
Spotlight Organizations:
Workfornonprofits.org: A simpler, budget-friendly way to post and find nonprofit jobs.
YNPN-TC is excited to feature Workfornonprofits.org, a national job board dedicated exclusively to connecting mission-driven organizations with passionate talent for over 20 years. Whether you're hiring locally in the Twin Cities or tapping into talent across the country, Workfornonprofits.org provides a flexible, affordable alternative to high-cost recruitment boards.
Why post with Workfornonprofits.org?
Affordable Pricing: Standard 30-day listings start at just $29, making it accessible for organizations of every size.
National & Local Reach: Attract top local talent as well as job seekers looking to relocate or work remotely.
Zero-Friction Posting: Self-serve online in minutes, or simply email job details to [email protected] and their team will handle the posting for you.
Click here to post an open position or email [email protected] to get started today!
Simpson Housing Services: Pay it forward. Be a mentor.
None of us would be where we are without the coaches, teachers, bosses, and community members who supported us, and YNPN-TC is a staunch supporter of continuing education. Now you can be that support for others! Simpson Housing Services has two opportunities to support young people to meet their inherent potential:
Reading Tutors spend 4 hours a month with a young person in grades K-6. As a tutor, you’ll read to and with a student while helping them build literacy skills, a love of reading, and the social and emotional skills they need to thrive in school and in life. Staff prepare all the lessons and are available on-site to support.
Youth mentors spend 10-12 hours a month building relationship with a small group of young people in grades 7-12. Together with a co-mentor, you’ll support young people to develop leadership skills, social emotional skills, and positive sense of identity through projects, discussions, field trips and games. Staff help facilitate the activities and are available on-site to support.
Ready to learn more? Visit the SHS website and sign up for an intro session!
Prepare + Prosper
Volunteer next tax season to help people improve their financial well-being. No experience is needed to volunteer, and we provide training! Individuals who are bilingual are especially encouraged to learn more.
Volunteer positions include:
Tax Preparer: connect with customers, prepare their tax return, and help them claim important tax credits.
Customer Support: welcome and screen customers, guide them through their appointments, and connect them with services to achieve their financial goals.
Sign up for an info session here or call 651-287-0187!
Share Your Opportunities with the YNPN Community!
Have an upcoming event, job opening, volunteer opportunity, or organizational announcement you'd like to share? We'd love to help spread the word. Send your information to our administrative team at [email protected] for consideration in an upcoming newsletter. We're always looking for ways to connect our community with valuable resources and opportunities.
More About Us:
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Partners & Friends:
The Minnesota Alliance for Volunteer Advancement (MAVA)
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits (MCN)
YNPN Twin Cities Board of Directors
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