Good Neighbor Center

Good Neighbor Center Hours & Schedule! Dinner & Tutoring
Every Mon, Tues, Wed
Choice time/doors open at 5 PM
Dinner at 6:30 PM
Academic Tutoring 7-8:30 PM

04/30/2026

Hi Families!

If you’re looking for a free family event this weekend, here is a great one! Sprockets is one of our community partners, they connect students to afterschool programs all over St. Paul and support to support youth programs and staff in so many amazing ways!

03/16/2026

Clear skies and shoveled sidewalks! Tutoring is open today 5pm-8:30pm.

01/23/2026

Community Update from Good Neighbor Tutoring
These are heavy and frightening times for our community. Many of us are carrying grief, fear, and uncertainty as we witness increased ICE activity and violence that directly impacts our neighbors, families, and friends.
At Good Neighbor Tutoring, we are feeling these impacts every day. Families have shared that they are afraid to be out and are choosing to stay home. Some of our staff and community partners have been unable to leave their neighborhoods for days at a time. Attendance has been unpredictable—one week in the 50s, the next in the 70s—yet overall demand for tutoring continues to grow.
We typically have the capacity to serve 70–80 students each evening, but since August have a waitlist and it has grown to more than 60 children. This reflects a broader national reality: studies show that two out of three students want access to afterschool programs but are unable to get it. We are seeing that unmet need firsthand.
In response to safety concerns, we have implemented additional measures, including keeping doors locked and staffing entry points with parents and community volunteers throughout the evening. These changes are necessary, but they also require more coordination and volunteer support.
We are also navigating financial strain and changes. In January, we lost our food partnership which had provided complete, nutritious meals for 75–100 people each night. We are now cooking meals in-house, an essential but costly shift that will add approximately $20,000 to our annual budget.
Amid all of this, tutoring remains a place of warmth, joy, and belonging. Kids are still kids—learning, laughing, struggling, and growing. This space has become a refuge, and we believe deeply that showing up consistently with love and educational support is a powerful act of care and resistance in times like these.

Right now, our greatest needs are:

Volunteer tutors (we work with preschool through college age students but especially those who can support nursing students)

Door volunteers to help maintain a safe and welcoming environment

Monetary donations to support meals, staffing, and program sustainability

We are committed to doing what we do best—providing high-quality educational support and connecting families to trusted partner organizations for other needs such as food access or advocacy. This focus allows us to continue serving our community well, even in uncertain times.

Thank you for standing with us, caring for our neighbors, and helping make this space possible.

01/09/2026

Dear families,
Due to current safety concerns and increased tensions in our community, we will be keeping our doors locked during program hours.
To help ensure everyone can enter smoothly, we are asking for parent volunteers to assist by opening the door as families and approved volunteers arrive. If someone else comes to the door, a staff member (such as Amanda, Bob, or Rudy) will respond.
We are also looking for additional volunteers to be present during this time, but our immediate need is support from parents. If you are able and willing to help, please talk to me directly.
Thank you so much for your understanding, support, and willingness to help keep our community safe.

12/29/2025

Happy New Year! Tutoring is open Monday 12/29 and Tuesday 12/30. We are closed Wednesday 12/31.

12/09/2025

❄️☃️Tutoring is open tonight, Tues 12/9!❄️☃️

11/26/2025

Hello students! Turkey dinner tonight at 6:30. Tutoring at 7!

11/25/2025

Thank You to our donors on Give to the Max we reached our $2,000 goal! Thank you for helping fund our meal program!

09/23/2025

Hello! We would like to help a PE teacher who has some students that don’t have gym shoes. We are looking for five pairs of 6.5 women’s gym shoes and five pairs in any elementary kid sizes. New or gently used ok. Thanks!

09/22/2025

We are hiring a fundraiser! If you are interested in this role, email your resume to Amanda at [email protected]

Fundraiser (Full-Time or Part-Time)
Good Neighbor Center – St. Paul, MN
Starting Salary: $60,000 annually (negotiable based on experience)
Good Neighbor Center is a small nonprofit in St. Paul, MN, dedicated to empowering youth through free tutoring and mentoring for children from preschool through college. We support over 200 students from the Twin Cities metro area, with evening attendance ranging from 50–80 students per night. Our year-round program meets Monday through Wednesday, 5:00–8:30 PM, and includes academic support, a community dinner, and enrichment opportunities.
Founded as a grassroots tutoring program in the late 1990s, we’ve grown into a vibrant learning community driven by the belief that education can empower and transform lives.
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Fundraiser to join our team. This person will play a key role in developing donor relationships, managing fundraising campaigns, writing grants, and coordinating events. The position offers flexibility (full-time or part-time) and the opportunity to help shape the future of a dynamic and impactful organization.

Key Responsibilities
Research and identify potential donors, foundations, and corporate sponsors

Cultivate and maintain relationships with current and prospective donors

Write compelling grant applications, fundraising proposals, and donor communications

Plan and execute fundraising events, coordinating with volunteers and staff

Develop and implement fundraising campaigns that align with organizational goals

Track and report on fundraising progress, donor engagement, and campaign outcomes

Represent Good Neighbor Center at community events and donor meetings

Collaborate with staff to promote awareness of the organization’s mission

Required Qualifications
Proven experience in fundraising, grant writing, or nonprofit development

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong organizational and research skills

Ability to lead and inspire volunteers and collaborate with staff

Comfortable balancing multiple projects and deadlines

Alignment with our mission and familiarity with youth/educational programs

Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in communications, nonprofit management, business, or related field

Certification or coursework in fundraising or nonprofit development

Experience with donor management systems (e.g., Little Green Light, Bloomerang)

Background in writing grant proposals, press releases, or donor letters

Public speaking experience or comfort representing the organization

Compensation & Benefits
Starting salary: $60,000 (negotiable based on experience)

Flexible hours (option for part-time or full-time)

Collaborative and supportive work environment

Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people

If you're passionate about education, community building, and creating opportunities for youth success, we invite you to apply.

Address

441 Rice Street
Saint Paul, MN
55103

Opening Hours

Monday 5pm - 8:30pm
Tuesday 5pm - 8:30pm
Wednesday 5pm - 8:30pm

Telephone

+16515873451

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