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Irish Genealogical Society International

Be a Volunteer!

Thanks to the volunteers who made it possible for IGSI to be at Irish Fairs in St. Paul, Milwaukee, Appleton, & NJ in 2025!
 
The logo of the MN Irish Fair
 
Visitors at the IGSI booth in 2024
IGSI's booth at the Minnesota Irish Fair
 
A crowd of visitors at the Fair booth in 2024
A popular stop for visitors at the Fair
 
All IGSI efforts are provided by volunteers, with only a few paid roles. We treasure the time and talents of our many members, friends, and neighbors who help us to sustain and improve the Society. Fresh ideas, energy, and talents are welcome and essential.
 
Many of our volunteers serve from their homes across North America and beyond. If you are able to come to Mendota Heights you have options to help in our Library and with live events. Whether in-person or online, your talents and skills make our goals for the Society possible. Even if you have only limited time to share with IGSI, you will connect with a wonderful group of people.
 
How to Volunteer
A few current needs are posted below. Please contact the IGSI volunteer coordinator with questions or to share your interests and skills, even if nothing similar is listed below. Other expertise or special interests might be a perfect fit! We would love to have you join our family of volunteers, and are happy to craft a role to suit your time and interests!
 
Current Volunteer Opportunities: Training and partnership are provided!
  • Membership support - As we transition to a more advanced website, we need help with testing and new reporting. Join our Membership and Tech chairs as part of a team, and then branch out using our latest online tools to serve members.
  • Minnesota Genealogy Center - Library and office administrative tasks (especially Wed & 2nd Sat), and help during live events... like on May 16!
  • Writing for Publications – Submissions are always welcome for our bimonthly newsletter and quarterly scholarly journal.