Pay It Forward Pope County

10/10/2026

A wonderful member of our community has these items available for those in need! I know today's a warm one but it will be getting very cold before we know it. FCFS - Please comment or message us if you're in need & specify which item.

FREE: (Currently Available)

- MEDIUM Men's Jacket
- Size 16 girls jacket (lighter weight)
- XL Women's jacket
- (3) Small Women's jackets

10/06/2026

10/05/2026

❄️ Winter is coming… quicker than we might expect. Let’s help keep our Pope County neighbors warm. 🩵

🧤 Have winter gear to give?
If you have clean, gently used coats, boots, snow pants, hats, or gloves available for FREE, comment with the items, sizes, and your town. Please have donations ready for pickup so I can help coordinate!

🧣 Need winter gear?
Comment with what you need, including sizes and your town. Adult & children’s requests are welcome! If you’re more comfortable asking privately, message this page, and I’ll help connect you with donations and coordinate delivery.

If someone comments with something you could use - or a need you can fill - feel free to message one another directly to arrange pickup! Please share all addresses privately or meet publicly.

A little kindness can help someone stay a whole lot warmer this winter, Let’s connect & stay safe! 🩵

💭 "I alone cannot change the world, but I can cast a stone across the waters to create many ripples."

- Mother Teresa

09/06/2026

❤️‍🩹 Is anyone located in Pope County in need of anything specific right now?

If so ✏️ Please comment below (If you're not comfortable - message us & we'll post on your behalf)

🧸 Is anyone located in Pope County looking to get rid of anything specific for free?

👇Comment here - BONUS pts. If you have photos! 👇

09/06/2026

A few ways we can help one another.

🩶 Supporting Seniors & Adults with Disabilities: Deliver Meals on Wheels: Lutheran Social Service of MN (LSS) coordinates vital meal deliveries to homebound individuals. You can act as an LSS Meals volunteer or transport driver to deliver fresh food and brief, comforting social checks.
https://www.lssmn.org/services/older-adults/volunteer

🩶 Provide Companion Visits: Volunteer with local senior care facilities like the Minnewaska Lutheran Home in Starbuck or the Glenwood Retirement Village. Simply sitting down to chat, playing card games, or taking a walk around the grounds significantly lowers isolation for residents. https://starbuckmn.org/business-directory/starbuck_category/organizations

👋 Stay updated on everything! 💭https://www.facebook.com/groups/whatshappeningpopecomn/posts/3080589445430731

🩶 Help via the Senior Coordinator Network: Reach out to the Pope County Senior Coordinator through the United Way network. They can match you with vulnerable seniors who need zero-cost assistance, such as filling out confusing paperwork, basic home organizing, or friendly neighborhood wellness checks. https://uwdp.galaxydigital.com/agency/detail/?agency_id=111159

🩶 Foster Grandparent Program: If you are 55 or older, you can volunteer with LSS of Minnesota to mentor, read to, and guide local youth in schools or childcare centers. They even offer small stipends and travel reimbursements so it remains completely free for you. https://www.lssmn.org/services/older-adults/volunteer

🩶 Read at Local Schools: Inquire directly with the local Minnewaska Area Schools to read to children or provide free homework mentoring during their after-school gaps. https://www.facebook.com/groups/whatshappeningpopecomn/posts/3080589445430731

🩶 Assemble United Way Care Kits: Connect with the United Way of Douglas & Pope Counties. While building kits often involves physical goods, you can donate your time to sort and assemble essential packs like "Anti-Boredom Bags," "Homework Kits," or "Birthday in a Bag" for low-income local families. https://www.uwlp.org/get-involved/volunteer.html

🥦 Feeding & Strengthening the Whole Community:
Support the Hearts & Hands Food Shelf: Located nearby in Glenwood, this regional pantry serves families across Pope County. You can volunteer your time to sort donations, stock shelves, or help neighbors navigate their grocery selections.

🩶 Help Out at Community Events: Keep an eye on local city postings via the City of Starbuck Website. Attending city council meetings or helping out at local community drives ensures local parks and public spaces remain accessible and safe for people of all ability levels. https://starbuckmn.gov

09/01/2026

Come join us! Education, prizes, food!