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Member Programs Volunteer Opportunities

IRS Disaster Response

Consider volunteering for the IRS Disaster volunteer program if you have tax expertise. Volunteers will receive a notice from the MNCPA if a tax assistance location is set up by the IRS or the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in our area. Volunteers will help disaster victims prepare and file amended and delinquent returns and casualty losses. Some training may be required for volunteers before working in a recovery center. This is often only 1-2 hours and in some cases has been done online.
Time commitment: 1-5 hours
To apply, contact: membership@mncpa.org

Small Firm Special Interest Section

Join fellow MNCPA members in small firms for this networking opportunity. This group is ideal for sole proprietors and CPAs at small firms looking to grow their circle of peers and learn from the experiences and knowledge of others. Group dynamics and discussion topics are determined by the group, providing a loose format to meet needs of members. Participation is at the discretion of the individual.
Qualifications: MNCPA members working in a small firm (1 – 10 CPAs) or sole proprietor
Time commitment: 5-9 hours
To apply, contact: membership@mncpa.org

Student Mentor Directory

Connect with college-level accounting students who are looking for career guidance and advice. Your name, position and years of experience are listed in an online directory, and students can reach out via email when questions arise. Common topics include accounting career paths, the CPA exam and interview prep.
Time commitment: Varies
To apply, contact: membership@mncpa.org

Young Professionals Group Captain

The Young Professionals Group Captain program is designed to encourage participation in Young Professionals Group (YPG) events. The program awards points for each guest a captain brings to a YPG event. Captains accumulate points to earn incentives, and the top scorer is awarded a $500 check.
Time commitment: Varies
To apply, contact: ypg@mncpa.org

Young Professionals Group Leadership Committee

The Young Professionals Group is comprised of emerging leaders in search of social, educational and networking opportunities. The leadership committee plans events and strategies that help new accountants enter the profession successfully. The committee also oversees the Young Professionals Group Captain program, which encourages CPAs to promote MNCPA events and educational programs at their firms. 
Time commitment: 16-20 hours
To apply, contact: ypg@mncpa.org

Reasons to volunteer

Here are three important business reasons you and your firm should be volunteering:

  • Network. The most essential part of any business.
  • Show your stuff. Volunteering and community service show potential customers the integrity of your company and demonstrates the quality of your work.
  • Get attention. No better way to get positive PR exposure, and attracting new customers doesn’t hurt either.