Volunteer Opportunities
The City of Hopkins and community organizations rely on volunteers to help provide many services. In the case of the City, volunteers help expand the reach of City services without increasing the costs of these services. Community organizations may well need volunteers to operate at all. Residents who volunteer in Hopkins help improve the quality of life for everyone in our city.
Caring Youth Recognition
For the past eight years, the Cities of Hopkins, Minnetonka, and Golden Valley along with School Districts 270 and 271 have sponsored a Caring Youth Recognition celebration.
This celebration recognizes the volunteer efforts of youth in Hopkins and surrounding communities. It honors young people who have demonstrated a caring attitude through volunteer efforts, without expectations of rewards or recognitions. The recognition is not about scholastic or athletic achievement.
Eligibility
Caring Youth nominations are open to students in grades 7-12 who live within the city limits of Hopkins, Golden Valley, or Minnetonka or those who attend a school in Hopkins School District 270 or Minnetonka School District 271.
Nominations
If your child fits the criteria, please contact the organization in which he/she volunteers and tell them about the Caring Youth Recognition. Have them call Cheryl at 763-593-8004 for more information or a nomination form. Family members cannot nominate a youth—nominations must be submitted an organization.
Nomination Deadline
Nominations are due at the beginning of February each year.
Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)
Find out about joining the CERT, a growing group of Hopkins residents trained to assist in emergency situations.
Adopt a fire hydrant
Consider adopting a fire hydrant close to you, and keeping it clear of snow throughout the winter. If possible, hydrants should be cleared 5 feet on each side to give the Fire Department the quickest and best access. Thanks for your help!
