Join Us in Making a Difference

At Vanse, we believe in the power of community action to create positive change. Our mission is to to provide culturally appropriate, personalized support that fosters cultural integration, educational advancement, and financial stability. By getting involved, you become a crucial part of this mission, helping us to ensure newly arrived immigrants from Thrive.

We welcome individuals from all walks of life to join our cause. Whether you have a little time or a lot, whether you can contribute financially or with your skills and energy, there's a place for you in the Vanse community.

Discover How You Can Make a Difference

  • Give your time and skills to support our initiatives

    -Project Volunteers: Help with specific initiatives (fundraising, cultural integration, household goods, outings)

    -Skilled Volunteers: Contribute your professional expertise (driver’s ed, community resource navigation)

    -Event Volunteers: Assist with organizing and running our community events

    -Administrative Volunteers: Support our office operations

  • Contribute financially to fuel our programs and services

    -One-time Donation

    -Monthly Giving

    -Corporate Sponsorship

    -In-Kind Donations

  • Participate in our community events and fundraisers

  • Share our mission with your network and on social media.

Support our growth

Thank you for considering supporting VANSE's mission to empower newly arrived Haitian immigrants. Your generosity allows us to provide essential programs and services that help individuals and families build a new life in Minnesota. When you donate, you can choose to direct your donation to one of our specific programs or to the general fund, where it will be used wherever the need is greatest. To direct your donations, simply indicate it while donating.

Donation Options:

  • General Fund: Support all of VANSE’s programs and initiatives, ensuring flexibility to address urgent needs.

  • Employment Assistance: Help immigrants find stable and fulfilling job opportunities through resume workshops, interview preparation, and job placement services.

  • Literacy Programs: Provide English language classes and educational resources to improve communication skills and enhance career prospects.

  • Academic Scholarship: Fund scholarships for students pursuing higher education or vocational training, helping them achieve their academic and professional goals.

  • Job Placement: Support the placement of participants in suitable employment or internships, creating pathways to economic stability.

  • Household Goods: Contribute to furnishing homes for newcomers, providing essential items like furniture, bedding, and kitchen supplies.

  • Community Assistance Fund: Assist families with emergency needs, such as rent support, transportation, or healthcare services.

Your donation, no matter the size, makes a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve. Thank you for your support!

VANSE is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (Tax ID: 99-5077554). Donations to VANSE are tax-deductible as permitted by law and directly contribute to advancing our mission of empowering immigrant communities. As a federally recognized charitable organization, all contributions to VANSE are eligible for tax deductions in accordance with IRS regulations. Donors are encouraged to consult with their tax professionals regarding the deductibility of their contributions.