The Whittier Alliance (WA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that has been dedicated to supporting the Whittier neighborhood for over 40 years. Our organization engages residents, businesses, nonprofits, and property owners in planning and implementing initiatives to build cross-cultural understanding, support our small business community, and enhance the overall quality of life in the Whittier neighborhood.

Community Engagement

WA inspires and equips the Whittier community to be good stewards of the neighborhood and to make the change they'd like to see. 

Housing

WA protects and expands the variety of housing options in Whittier, for people at every life stage and economic condition. 

​Businesses, Institutions & Orgs

WA supports the vibrant and distinctive mix of Whittier businesses, institutions, and other organizations. 

HIRING-Part time Spanish Speaking Engagement Coordinator

​The Engagement Coordinator will work to build and strengthen relationships with neighbors, volunteers, small business owners, and community partner organizations. This role will involve volunteer recruitment and management, door knocking and direct outreach, staffing committee meetings, tabling at community events, and leading logistics for standing events and meetings.
This role will specifically focus on outreach to Spanish speaking residents and business owners. Fluency in Spanish is required.
This role might be a good fit for you if you…
  • Are a people person and feel comfortable striking up conversations with strangers.
  • Enjoy creative problem solving and like to figure out how to best share information with the people who would benefit from it.
  • Feel excited about building new systems, and maybe even appreciate a color-coded project management spreadsheet.
Click here for the full job description and application.
Upcoming Meetings & Events
Whittier Community Dinner
Thursday, January 9th 6:30-8pm 
*A donation-based meal! All are welcome to join.
Location: Whittier Recreation Center, 425 W 26th St, Minneapolis, MN 55405​​
Monthly Board Meeting
Thursday, January 23rd, 6:00-8:00pm​ 
​Hybrid meeting option!
Location: Whittier Alliance Office, 10 E 25th St.
Zoom Option: Join by Computer
​Join by Phone: +1 312 626 6799
Meeting ID: 879 5344 9650
Passcode: 524882
Monthly meeting materials packet: View board Agenda's, minutes, financials, and project work here.
​Finance And Executive Committee Meeting
Monday, February 17th, 2023 5:30-7:00pm
Hybrid meeting option!
Location: In person at the Whittier Alliance Office, 10 E25th ST,  or via zoom
​Housing and Land Use Committee Meeting
​Tuesday, February 18th, 6:30-8:00pm 
Hybrid meeting option!
Location: Whittier Alliance Office, 10 E 25th St
​Minneapolis, MN 55404
Zoom Option: Join by Computer
​Join by Phone: 1 312 626 6799
Meeting ID: 842 4208 1233
Passcode: 731813
For additional community events and opportunities, visit our events calendar.

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