Available Year-Round
Are you new to Minnesota? Are you researching how to get around the Twin Cities when you arrive? Our friendly volunteers will connect with you while you’re still in your home country, and pick you up from the MSP airport when you arrive. We'll drive you to your temporary residence until dorms and apartments open up. To sign up, please fill out the form below. |
Available Summer–Fall
One to five night stays Are you looking for temporary housing after your arrival before moving into your dorm/apartment? The Hospitality Center screens and trains every volunteer and family that we work with. They are ready to welcome you into their homes and help you get settled in after arriving in MN. You may choose to stay with your host family anywhere between 1-5 days. Please apply early below. |
Available Summer
Going home for the summer and need a place to store some of your clothes, books, and small personal items? The Hospitality Center is opening its warehouse to store your belongings in it while you're gone! You may select up to 4 containers to put your belongings in. Find out more info by clicking below! |
Availablility Varies If you have arrived recently to Minnesota and need furniture or household goods then please check out our warehouse! You can receive free furniture and household goods for your residence. We want you to feel comfortable and have what you need to live happily during your time here in the Twin Cities. |
Available Year-Round
If you are an international student who wants to get the most out of your experience here in America, please consider a homestay through USA Homestays. We want to place you in a good home for a year at a time so you can fully experience the best of American culture. There are many benefits of a homestay with us: a private bedroom in a good home, all utilities paid, meals, constant opportunities to interact with English speakers. Our homestay is more than just a home away from home. |
Saturday | August 26th 4 PM–7 PM Our Annual Welcome Picnic is a great event to attend to meet new people and start to build friendships in Minnesota. We have held this annually since 2007. We look forward to seeing you there! |