As a mentor, you will work directly with families to help them build skills and set goals towards achieving a better future. You will receive training and will meet with your assigned family at least twice monthly throughout their two-year program.

Join a FamilyForward committee to help plan and execute fundraising events, maintain relationships with local organizations, and support the housing-assistance work. Your involvement will help strengthen community ties and support families in need.

Join our fantastic volunteer team and help with the store's daily operations. Volunteers are needed for 3-hour shifts with flexible hours and commitment periods, and small volunteer group events are welcome.

As a Donation Sorting Volunteer, you will help sort and shelve donations at our creative reuse shop. We typically need 3-4 volunteers at a time, and no previous experience is necessary.

Volunteers can join various committees such as the Events Committee, Parent Advisory Board, Education Committee, or Fundraising Committee. Each committee focuses on different aspects of the organization, from event planning to community outreach and education.

Volunteers at the GENERO-C.I.T.Y. Toy Shop assist with organizing donations, sorting and inventorying toys, assembling crafts, and helping with classes and special events. Some positions may require lifting up to 25 pounds and standing for extended periods, and accommodations can be made for those who need them.

Help at large annual events such as the Graduation, Retreat, and Fundraisers by filling out a volunteer application. Volunteers will be informed about upcoming opportunities to assist at these significant community events.

Volunteers will assist with setting up, facilitate games and crafts, wrap gifts, serve snacks, engage with clients, and help clean up during holiday parties. Opportunities are available on December 19, 2026, at Barrington Park District and December 20, 2026, at Central Community Center.

As a volunteer driver, you will assist older adults by helping them to and from their appointments, providing companionship during their rides, and ensuring they are safely transported. Volunteers can choose their own schedule and the frequency of their driving, making it a flexible opportunity to help those in need.

Share a hobby with an individual, accompany group outings, or simply lend a helping hand in adult day and residential services. Opportunities are available on weekdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. or evenings and weekends as needed.

Assist with typing, filing, data entry, and bulk mailings in the office. This role is crucial for maintaining the administrative functions of the organization.

Organize a beautification project, such as painting or landscaping, at one of Clearbrook’s residential or day facilities. This is a great way to engage with the community and improve the environment for individuals served by Clearbrook.

Participate in the cemetery walk by portraying historical figures buried at Hillside Cemetery. This role is perfect for those with acting skills and an interest in history.

Volunteer as a tour guide at the Clayson House Museum, providing guided tours to visitors on weekends. Engage with the public and share knowledge about the history of Palatine.

Assist with organizing and indexing pictures, cards, and letters in the library. This role is ideal for individuals with strong organizational skills.

Outreach Volunteers raise awareness of sexual violence in the community and inform people about NWCASA’s services. They help organize and attend events while engaging with the community and must complete the 40-Hour Sexual Assault Crisis Intervention Training.

Volunteer Advocates provide crisis intervention on the 24/7 Confidential Crisis Hotline, answer hotline calls, and provide information and referrals. They must complete the 40-Hour Sexual Assault Crisis Intervention Training and be on-call for 6 hours at a time.

Volunteers recut, refresh, and arrange donated flowers into beautiful bouquets. These bouquets are then delivered to healthcare facilities, essential workers, domestic abuse survivors, refugees, veterans, and nursing home residents throughout Chicagoland.

Adoption Counselors assist potential adopters in making a life-long connection with the cats available for adoption. They handle cats for visitors, answer questions, facilitate successful adoption matches, and authorize the adoption of cats in the system.

Daily Cat Care Volunteers are responsible for feeding and cleaning each of the cat kennels. They also provide additional care, grooming, and socialization for the cats to help alleviate stress and maintain their health and sociability while waiting for adoption.