Join a community cleanup event at Spray 'N Play in Buffalo Grove. Volunteers will assist in removing litter and debris to help maintain a clean and safe environment for local residents.

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.

Participate in an environmental cleanup event in partnership with OKAY Cannabis Dispensary. Volunteers will help clean up the area around the dispensary, ensuring a cleaner environment for the community.

Assist with transporting cats and kittens to veterinary appointments and adoption events. Volunteers will help ensure animals arrive safely and on time.

Provide temporary homes for cats, kittens, pregnant cats, and sick or injured animals. Volunteers will care for these animals, providing food, litter, and love until they are ready for adoption.

Assist community members with Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) efforts for feral cats. Volunteers will help set traps and ensure cats are safely transported for spaying or neutering.

Help set up and manage adoption events at local PetSmart locations. Volunteers will assist with setting up, answering questions, and handling adoption paperwork.

Provide short-term care for cats and kittens when regular foster parents are unavailable. This role is ideal for those who can commit to a week or two of fostering.

Participate in community service by creating projects to give to others while earning volunteer hours. This opportunity is open to students in grades 6-8.

Help with the Seed Library by sorting, labeling, and packaging seeds. This opportunity is open to high school students in grades 9-12.

Join the T(w)een Advisory Board to bring new ideas for programs and services for middle schoolers. This opportunity is open to students in grades 6-8.

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

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.

Sell raffle tickets to attendees inside the event venue. Volunteers must be 21 or older and comfortable handling cash transactions.

Lead the registration process for the Purple Plunge event, ensuring smooth operations and assisting participants. Must be organized and able to manage a team of volunteers.

Assist participants in the men's changing tent, ensuring a smooth and organized process. Volunteers should be high school age or older.

Assist with the sale and organization of merchandise at the event. Volunteers should be friendly and able to handle transactions.

Help decorate the tents for the event, creating a welcoming and festive atmosphere. Volunteers should have a creative flair and attention to detail.

Volunteers are needed to create plarn, or plastic yarn, from grocery bags. This plarn is woven into insulated, water-resistant sleeping mats for people without access to shelter.

Join us in assembling care packages for children, families, veterans, and others in need. This is a fantastic way to support the community while having fun with your family or group.

Volunteers are needed to crochet or knit hats and scarves from machine-washable yarn, labeled with a size. These items will be used in the Gifting with Gratitude program to support people in need.

Join the #BakeSquad to bake and deliver over 1,000 pieces of baked goods weekly. Volunteers will bake items like pumpkin pies to bring joy to those in need during special occasions.

Assist in rescuing and repurposing food from restaurants and food distributors to create healthy hot meals. Volunteers will help in various tasks including sorting, packing, and distributing food to community partners.

Join the #MobileF2F team to help rescue and mobilize food. Volunteers are needed to prep, cook, clean, and deliver meals to those in need. Volunteers with vehicles are especially needed to assist in food rescue operations.

Assist with the daily care of dogs, including feeding, cleaning, and providing companionship. Volunteers ensure the well-being and comfort of the dogs in the shelter.

Assist with managing the organization's social media accounts and email communications. Volunteers help spread awareness about the rescue's mission and events.

Help potential adopters find the perfect match by providing information about available dogs and the adoption process. Volunteers play a key role in facilitating successful adoptions.

Participate in the restoration of Middlefork Savanna by engaging in activities such as scything, seed collection, and invasive species removal. Volunteers should be prepared for off-trail hiking and bring sturdy boots.

Are you a jack-of-all-trades that can lend a hand where needed? Contact us to see where we can put you to work!

When renovations begin on the property, we will need volunteers with low-tech installation skills to help keep labor costs down on projects such as guillotine doors for our kennel.

We are seeking individuals skilled in fencing, carpentry, roofing, HVAC, security, electrical, plumbing, construction, demolition, and landscaping to donate their time and talents to get our facilities ready for residents.

We need help preparing our property to begin renovations. Volunteers will assist in various tasks to ready the site for upcoming projects.

Volunteers are needed to staff the food pantry on Saturday mornings, assisting with the distribution of food and personal care items to those in need. Volunteers will help organize and distribute shelf-stable items, milk, and fresh produce.

Volunteers are needed during the week to help with donation pickups from retail partners. This role involves collecting donated items and transporting them to the food pantry.

Assist library patrons with technology in 1-on-1 sessions, helping them understand and use various tech tools. This opportunity is open to high school students in grades 9-12.

Assist with local history services by performing tasks such as photocopying, data entry, and inventory management. This opportunity is open to high school students in grades 9-12.

Assist with ticketing, show patrons the way, and ensure they feel comfortable during concert days. Volunteers are easily identifiable in white shirts and black pants.

Assist in transporting animals from their last stop to safety, typically within 1 to 1.5 hours of Mundelein. Volunteers help ensure animals reach their foster homes safely.

Assist with creating visual content for Symphony847's promotional materials and events. Volunteers should have a knack for design and creativity.

Help manage and handle dogs at adoption events, assisting foster parents with the transportation of animals to and from events.

Help with moving chairs, setting up, and breaking down equipment for concerts. Volunteers play a crucial role in ensuring smooth concert operations.

Help with mailings and hanging posters to promote upcoming concerts and events. Volunteers are essential in spreading the word about Symphony847's activities.

Provide a temporary home for dogs and cats until they are adopted. Foster homes are crucial for the well-being and socialization of rescued animals.

Assist with various daily office tasks such as coordinating mailings, updating the database, and handling other administrative duties to support Bravo Waukegan's operations.

Collect and deliver donated instruments to schools, supporting the music programs of Waukegan Public Schools. Volunteers will coordinate with donors and schools for pickups and deliveries.

Assist during music registration nights in September, helping with registration processes and providing information to students and parents.

Serve as an usher at concerts, helping to guide attendees and ensure a pleasant experience for all guests. Responsibilities include seating assistance and providing information as needed.

Assist with organizing and executing special events to support Bravo Waukegan's mission. Responsibilities include event setup, coordination, and ensuring smooth operations during events.

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.

Join us in Schaumburg, Illinois, to help pack meals for children in need. This event is a great opportunity to make a tangible impact on global hunger and requires volunteers to assist in meal preparation and packaging.

Engage in advocacy efforts by writing letters, talking with legislators, and sharing personal stories to promote mental health awareness and policy change.

Assist with various administrative tasks to support the organization's mission to combat human trafficking. Responsibilities may include data entry, organizing files, and assisting with communications.

Volunteers are needed for fostering, dog walking, grooming, transport, and photography. These roles are crucial in supporting the rescue and rehoming efforts of Bonafied Animal Rescue.

Facilitate support groups for individuals and families affected by mental illness. Volunteers will provide a safe space for sharing experiences and offering mutual support.

Participate in field operations to support survivors and raise awareness about human trafficking. Tasks may include outreach activities, distributing educational materials, and assisting in rescue missions.

Assist with administrative tasks such as answering phones, organizing data, and managing mailings to support NAMI's operations.

Participate in organizing and managing parades and large social events. Volunteers will assist with logistics, crowd management, and engaging with attendees to promote the museum's mission.

Join various short-term projects that support the museum's initiatives. Volunteers will work on specific tasks that align with their skills and interests, contributing to the museum's growth and community impact.

Assist with setting up and managing pop-up exhibits at various locations. Volunteers will help engage children and families with interactive activities and ensure a smooth operation of the exhibits.

Volunteers are needed to assist with various tasks to support the operations of Home at Last Pet Rescue. Responsibilities may include helping with events, caring for animals, and administrative tasks. Any help will be appreciated.

Volunteers will assist in providing hip or knee replacement surgeries to uninsured patients. Responsibilities include supporting medical staff, preparing patients, and ensuring a smooth operation process.

Volunteers are needed to assist with the care of rescued animals, including feeding, cleaning, and socializing cats and dogs. Volunteers play a crucial role in preparing pets for adoption by providing them with love and attention in a nurturing environment.

Assist the Demo Chair by seeking out local artists for demonstrations, helping with set up, and arranging refreshments for the Demo Meetings. This role requires approximately 12 hours per year.

Help with the Youth Art Fair held in February by assisting with registration, setting up and taking down children's exhibits, and managing awards and hospitality. Volunteers work in 2-hour or more shifts on one Saturday in February.

Join the Glenview Art League's Board of Directors to oversee new projects, approve finances, and assist committee chairs as needed. Meetings are held monthly at 7 p.m. on the 3rd Monday of each month, except July and December.

Serve as a gallery manager to liaise between GAL exhibitors and venues, assist artists with installations, and help with Member Shows and Receptions. This role requires 8-10 hours per year.

Assist with the Glenview Art League's biggest event, the Summer Art Fair, held the last weekend in July. Volunteers are needed for various tasks including publicity, soliciting donations, organizing and staffing the Silent Auction, and setting up and taking down tents, signs, tables, and chairs.

Volunteers will assist in costuming, sewing, scenery construction, painting, make-up design, and hair design to help young performers shine onstage. This is an opportunity to use your skills for the greater good and meet future Broadway stars.

Volunteers photograph and write articles about BackYard Nature Center's programs, connect with local media, and manage social media plans to promote the organization's mission.

Volunteers work under the direction of the site master steward to cut and burn brush, remove invasive species, and help restore woodland, savanna, and prairie habitats at the Skokie Lagoons.

Volunteers assist in planning, developing, and implementing nature-based educational programs for school children from pre-K through high school. Roles include curriculum consulting, resource development, and leading nature walks.

Get crafty and help fundraise through craft shows. Volunteers can donate crafts or supplies, which may be tax deductible, to support the rescue's fundraising efforts.

Work at events, prepare for fundraisers, or help out behind the scenes. Volunteers with specific talents like photography or event planning are encouraged to join and contribute.

Assist in the community-wide collection of food items to be donated to the Township Food Pantry. Volunteers will help collect and organize donations at designated locations.

Participate in the community-wide collection of toiletry products to be donated to the Township Food Pantry. Volunteers will assist in collecting and organizing donations.

Help with the collection and distribution of toys for the Toys for Tots program. Volunteers will assist in setting up collection boxes and organizing donated toys.

Participate in designing and displaying positive pictures and messages using sidewalk chalk to create a positive environment in the community.

Volunteers assist in removing invasive buckthorn trees and eliminating blind spots along the trail at Busse Woods. This effort helps improve trail safety and environmental health.

Volunteers host bike pit stops along the Busse Woods trail, checking helmet fits, inflating tires, lubricating chains, and discussing bike safety with trail users. They also distribute stickers and refreshments.

Participate in a patriotic event to remember and honor fallen heroes. Volunteers will help organize and participate in the wreath-laying ceremony at Elk Grove Cemetery.

Facilitate compassionate grief recovery sessions to support individuals and families navigating the pain of loss. Create a safe and nurturing space to heal and learn healthy coping mechanisms.

Assist with the construction and assembly of sets for productions. Volunteers will work with the production team to create stage environments.

Support the marketing team with promotional activities, including social media, public relations, and contacting media. Volunteers will help increase the visibility of productions.

Help maintain and update the organization's database. Volunteers will ensure data accuracy and support the administrative team with data entry tasks.

Provide assistance to patrons during performances, including ticket scanning, seating, and general inquiries. Volunteers will ensure a smooth and welcoming experience for guests.

Edit video content for promotional and archival purposes using iMovie. Volunteers will assist in creating engaging video materials for the organization.

Guide patrons to their seats and provide assistance during performances. Volunteers will ensure a pleasant experience for all attendees.

Assist the lighting team with setup and operation of lighting equipment during productions. Volunteers will gain hands-on experience in stage lighting.

Assist with the sale and management of concessions during performances. Volunteers will help set up, serve, and manage concession sales to patrons.

Participants will engage in community service projects such as fix-it/repair opportunities, community clean-ups, and food and toy drives, applying learnings from other cohorts to improve community situations.

Volunteers will engage with Black/Brown youths, law enforcement, and peers to expand their social and knowledge development. Activities include games, social arts, tutoring, and creative writing/speaking.

Volunteers will work with community leaders and law enforcement to teach soft skills and life lessons, focusing on conflict resolution, tolerance, and respect. Projects include constructing computers, coding, and carpentry.

Teach kids about bicycle safety, basic bike care, and simple repairs. Volunteers will help ensure children understand how to safely enjoy cycling.

Help coordinate events and assist on-site during activities. Volunteers will play a crucial role in organizing and executing events that benefit the community.

Assist with picking up donated bikes and musical instruments from various locations. Volunteers will help facilitate the donation process and ensure items reach the organization.

Provide introductory music lessons, including how to read music, play scales/chords/rudiments, and tune instruments. Volunteers will inspire children to explore music.

Organize a blanket drive at your school, office, or home to collect new blankets and bedding. Betsy's Blankets can arrange pickups in the Chicagoland area or help connect with local organizations in need.

Provide a temporary home for a Shiba Inu, offering love, care, and training while the dog awaits adoption. Foster homes are crucial to the organization's mission of saving Shibas.