Housing, Work & Food Justice
There are nearly 20,000 people experiencing homelessness every single night in Minnesota. Low-wage workers are fighting for fair, safe, and equitable conditions, yet 1 in 8 Minnesotans are affected by hunger. Housing, Work & Food Justice is about engaging in opportunities related to these these inequities, and forging a more just future through a holistic approach to economic development.
Engagement Opportunities
Click an opportunity below to learn more and express interest| Org Name | Name | Themes | Timeframe |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catholic Charities | Saint Paul Opportunity Center, Food & Meal Prep |  | When? Fridays, 2-5:45 pm (Every first Friday of the month) Start Date? Next Friday, Oct. 10th |
| CLUES | CLUES Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program | | When? Trainings (only do one of these dates): November 8 & 22, December 13, 2025, and January 10, 2026, from 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM Start date? Tax season will begin January 24th and end April 15. |
| Hallie Q Brown Community Center | Hallie Q. Brown Community Center, Food Shelf and Childcare Work | | When? Tuesdays, 3-5 pm Start date? As soon as possible |
| Prepare + Prosper | Volunteer in Tax Assistance, or Various Customer Support Roles | | When? Trainings will begin in December. Email me now to reserve a spot! Start date? Tax season will begin January 24th and end April 15. Volunteers would pick one 4-hour shift per week during the season (the same time, date, and location each week). |
| St. Paul Public Library | Rondo Community Library Tech Aide | | When? Fridays/Wednesdays 3:30-5 pm (either/or) Start date? ASAP |
Meet the Community Engagement Organizer
Basil DiBenedetto '28
Hometown: Portland, Maine
Major: Economics and Geography
Happy Place: Maine's midcoast
cec-economicjustice@macalester.edu