Volunteers working together distributing food boxes in the community

Make a difference

Be the reason someone has hope today.

Every meal served, every call answered, every life changed — it starts with people like you. Whether you give your time or your resources, you become part of something that truly matters.

Two powerful ways to help

You don't have to do everything — just one act of generosity can change a life.

Volunteers serving hot meals at a community soup kitchen
Give your time

Volunteer with us.

Our volunteers are the heartbeat of everything we do. From serving meals in our community kitchens to answering our crisis hotline, there's a role for every skill and schedule. No experience necessary — just a willingness to show up and care.

Kitchen volunteer

Help prepare and serve hot meals at our community kitchen locations.

Hotline support

Receive training and support people in crisis via our 24-hour phone line.

Food distribution

Help sort, pack, and distribute fresh produce and food parcels.

Community outreach

Connect with people on the streets and guide them to our services.

Give a donation

Your dollars feed real people.

Every dollar you donate goes directly toward feeding the hungry, keeping our hotline staffed, and supporting people through recovery. We are committed to transparency — you can see exactly where your money goes.

$10Provides 3 hot meals for someone in need
$25Keeps our crisis hotline staffed for one hour
$50Funds a week of nutritious food for one person
$100Supports one person through their first week of detox
Hands joined together in compassion and generosity

“I showed up to volunteer thinking I'd help others — but honestly, it changed my life too. The community here is unlike anything I've ever experienced.”

Maria T.Volunteer, 3 years

Ready to take the first step?

Whether you want to volunteer, donate, or simply learn more — we'd love to hear from you.

Free, confidential support — always available

Hope For People In Pain

Transforming lives through compassion, community, and care. No one walks this road alone.

Hope For People In Pain is a registered 501(c)(3) organization. Our Federal Tax ID (EIN) is 42-2060838.

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1-952-807-9906help@hopeforpplinpain.org
14608 Greenridge Lane, Burnsville, MN 55306
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