Volunteer at CACC, the only city shelter in Chicago, to help protect public safety and ensure the humane care of animals through sheltering, pet placement, education, and animal law enforcement. Opportunities include visiting, volunteering, adopting, fostering, and donating.

Volunteers are needed to assist with the adult literacy program, helping adults with limited English skills from predominantly Hispanic and low-income backgrounds. Opportunities include in-person and online ESL training, citizenship interview partners, and language partners for conversation practice.

Instituto for Latino Progreso is seeking a full-time AmeriCorps member to serve as a Job Readiness/Digital Literacy Coach. This role involves helping participants develop job skills and digital literacy to enhance their employment opportunities.

Instituto is seeking legal students and professionals to support its upcoming Citizenship workshop. Volunteers will assist in providing legal guidance and support to participants.

As a Volunteer Literacy Tutor, you will commit to providing 90 minutes of instruction each week to help learners improve their English skills. You will serve as a teacher, mentor, and facilitator, assisting students in achieving their personal and professional life goals.

Volunteers are needed from various sectors to support Lost Dreams Restored's mission. Opportunities include roles in mental health, social services, real estate, project management, transportation, event planning, fundraising, marketing, and administrative support.

Provide a secure and caring environment for rabbits in need by fostering them in your home. Volunteers are responsible for the daily care and socialization of foster rabbits until they are adopted.

Help youth thrive by providing tutoring, event support, or participating in our pen-pal program. This opportunity is perfect for parents, teachers, and college students interested in mentoring and supporting young people.

Join us in a hands-on service opportunity where you will help support seniors by unloading grocery boxes, organizing deliveries, and hand-delivering boxes to senior residents. This role requires the ability to lift 20–40 lbs and is open to volunteers of all ages and language backgrounds.

Support our Adult Day Services by providing home-care support, leading cultural experiences, or assisting with translation. This role is ideal for nursing students, caregivers, and multilingual individuals, and may require a background check.

The Giving Corps offers a way for volunteers to give back regularly while helping lead volunteer shifts and enhance the experience for others. This role is perfect for those who want to engage with a diverse group and promote community change.

Join us at The Giving Factory to help sort and package donated items for children in need. Volunteers play a crucial role in ensuring that children receive the everyday essentials they need to thrive.

Join us in transforming Chicago communities through urban agriculture. Volunteers can participate in various activities including planting, harvesting, and maintaining community gardens, as well as assisting with educational programs.

Green Star program volunteers collaborate with teaching artists and students to design and install murals. Volunteers are needed year-round at various schools and community facilities, with a focus on weekday availability. No arts training is necessary.

As an After-School Tutor, you will work one-on-one and in small groups with children to help them improve their reading skills and succeed in school. The ideal commitment is 1 day per week for one semester, from 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM.

As a Mentor for 10th to 12th graders, you will provide support to help students graduate from high school and explore college and career options. The ideal commitment is 1 day per week on Wednesdays from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM during the academic year.

As a Homework Helper, you will spend one-on-one time with a youth between the ages of 5 and 12 to provide academic and social-emotional support. The ideal commitment is 1 day per week for 30 to 60 minutes.

As a Summer Volunteer, you will read with students and assist during activities to support learning retention over the summer months. The ideal commitment is 1 day per week from 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM.

As a Mentor for 7th to 9th graders, you will work one-on-one with a student to help them develop good study habits and life skills as they transition from middle school to high school. The ideal commitment is 1 day per week on Mondays from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM during the academic year.

Support instructors during art workshops by preparing materials, assisting participants, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Volunteers will help facilitate a creative and educational environment for attendees of all ages.