Welcome to the SHiFT Time Bank ________________________________________________________


The Time Bank Concept
The core values of a Time Bank — reciprocity, assets, social capital, respect, redefining work — resonate with our times to create a new brand of wealth. In more than 40 states and 32 countries, TimeBanking is a force for good and a source of hope.

TimeBanking is on the cutting edge. Stretching scarce dollars. Restructuring sytems in juvenile justice, prisoners rehab, family support, community health, elder care. Building community.

► ► Read a Minneapolis Star Tribune article on TimeBanking, featuring SHiFT Members Linda Bardes and Gary Johnson — our TimeBank Coordinator.


Swapping Skills and Talents
How does it work? Here's an example. Let's say you contributed 12 hours to the planning of a SHiFT event. Your Time Bank credit balance is 12 hours. Now suppose you'd like to learn to play acoustic guitar. And you're also a whiz at using Microsoft Office.

You search the Time Bank, and discover someone who teaches guitar. Another Member wants to learn how to design flyers. The three of you negotiate "payment" to each other using accumulated Time Bank hours.

At many non-profit organizations, a volunteer's time contributions are often discounted. Not
Time Bank Q&A
Basic information about the SHiFT Time Bank
so at SHiFT. Members can exchange valuable services with each other that they would, in many circumstances, have to purchase with US dollars.


I'm Sold! Where Do I Sign Up?
To get started, follow this link to the TimeBank website. On the first page, key in your Name, Email Address, and a Password. Then click on the Join button at the lower right corner of the page. A Time Bank Coordinator will contact you to complete the process.

Already a Time Bank Member? Go to the TimeBank website, and click on the Sign In button at the top right corner of the page.  Questions?  Contact the TimeBank coordinator, Gary Johnson.