POC Firefighters who will help provide fire protection and support in the delivery of emergency medical services provided by department paramedics. Call-back and shifts are available. All training and equipment are provided. Be part of a 130 year tradition! Whether it is a medical emergency or a building fire, the great volunteers of the WSFD have always answered the call with bravery and dedication. They are the reason our mission statement is “Neighbors protecting neighbors through the delivery of emergency and non-emergency services.” | Requirements: Be energetic, committed, and physically fit. At least 18 years old. Must live in the Village of Western Springs or a community that borders Western Springs. | Categories: EMT, Firefighter, Community Education, Junior Members, Fire Corps, Department Support

POC Firefighters who will help provide fire protection and support in the delivery of emergency medical services provided by department paramedics. Call-back and shifts are available. All training and equipment are provided. Be part of a 130 year tradition! Whether it is a medical emergency or a building fire, the great volunteers of the WSFD have always answered the call with bravery and dedication. They are the reason our mission statement is “Neighbors protecting neighbors through the delivery of emergency and non-emergency services.” | Requirements: Be energetic, committed, and physically fit. At least 18 years old. Must live in the Village of Western Springs or a community that borders Western Springs. | Categories: EMT, Firefighter, Community Education, Junior Members, Fire Corps, Department Support

Assist in organizing and managing events focused on collecting recyclable and reusable items. Volunteers will help set up, guide participants, and ensure smooth operation of the event activities.

Volunteers are needed to assist in the food pantry, helping to organize and distribute food to those in need. Volunteers will engage with visitors and contribute to creating a welcoming environment.

Assist in training service dogs for veterans by participating in scheduled classes and helping to evaluate and care for the dogs. Volunteers will work closely with trainers and veterans to ensure the dogs are properly trained to meet the specific needs of each veteran.

Perform adoptions for animals by working with the public to secure new adoptive homes. Training is provided and required, including classroom sessions and coaching with active adoption counselors.

Handle dogs of all sizes at adoption events, knowing basic commands and safe training methods. Handlers are expected to walk dogs around the event and outside for necessary relief.

Pick up animals from animal control facilities and rural pounds arriving in the Chicago area. Transport them to designated veterinary clinics as per a director's instructions.

Provide temporary homes for dogs and puppies recovering from illness or awaiting adoption. Supplies are provided, and foster care is vital as the organization rescues animals from euthanasia.

Help raise funds for veterinary care of rescued dogs. Volunteers can assist with specific events or take charge of activities like bake sales to support the organization's mission.

Assist with administrative needs, website maintenance, graphic design, or other areas of expertise. Volunteers can contribute their talents to support the organization's operations.

Work with influencers to promote library advocacy and support. Volunteers will engage with social media influencers to spread awareness and support for libraries.

Help raise money to support libraries by conducting donor research and assisting with fundraising efforts. Volunteers will work closely with staff to identify potential donors and cultivate relationships.

Assist in creating products to help raise funds for supporting libraries in the United States. Volunteers will design merchandise that promotes library advocacy and generates revenue.

Create engaging video content to support libraries in the United States. Volunteers will produce and edit videos that highlight the importance of libraries and advocate for their support.

Help create visual content to reach Americans and support libraries. Volunteers will work on graphic design projects to engage the public and promote library advocacy.

Join the donor thank-you team to write personalized thank-you notes to donors. This role can be done from home and requires attention to detail and good handwriting.

Volunteers process, sort, and stock food items in preparation for client shopping days. This role requires standing/walking for 2-3 hours and involves some lifting.

Drivers reclaim perishable foods from local retailers using the EYFP van. Volunteers must be at least 21, have a valid IL driver's license, and be able to lift cases weighing up to 50 pounds.

Volunteers greet clients, provide them with a pre-printed shopping list, assist them in the mini-mart, and deliver completed orders to clients' vehicles. Volunteers must be able to stand/walk for 1.5-3 hours depending on the shift.

Contribute to the great work at Jazz Desires by volunteering your time. This is an easy and efficient way to support the organization's initiatives and help make a difference in the community.

Assist in trapping, senior cat care, serving meals, and administering medication to cats. Volunteers help ensure the well-being of the cats under CatVando's care.

Support CatVando by assisting with grant writing, fundraising, event management, newsletters, and social media. Volunteers play a crucial role in the administrative tasks that keep the organization running smoothly.

Engage with kittens and adult cats by playing, brushing, and petting them to provide socialization and care. Volunteers help prepare cats for adoption by ensuring they are well-socialized.

Assist with weeding and general care of the outdoor spaces at CatVando. Volunteers help maintain a pleasant and safe environment for the cats and visitors.

Contribute to the organization by helping with cleaning, carpentry, transport, painting, and laundry tasks. Volunteers support the maintenance and functionality of CatVando's facilities.

Assist athletes with disabilities during sports seasons, helping them feel included and experience the joy of playing with friends. Volunteers are needed year-round to support various sports activities.

Program Support members help facilitate activities at the After Opps program, working directly with participants to provide a safe, empowering, and positive environment. Volunteers are required to undergo a screening process, including a criminal background check, and must be able to commit to a schedule during program sessions.

Coordinate music sessions for families, encouraging participation in song requests, listening, and playing instruments. The goal is to provide a fun and stress-free environment for families.

Assist in facilitating virtual activities for children and their families via Zoom. Responsibilities include managing Zoom sessions, engaging participants, and ensuring a smooth flow of activities.

Facilitate the Tú y Yo mentorship program for autistic teens and adults, promoting peer mentoring and social support. Responsibilities include organizing virtual meetings and supporting participants.

A volunteer receptionist is needed to assist clients exiting our program, ensuring transportation and belongings are in order. Priority is for afternoon slots, Monday-Friday.

The Board of Directors of Synapse House is recruiting new Board members with skills in business development, marketing, and retail store management. Board members must commit to a 2-year term and actively engage in donor cultivation and fundraising.

We need office supplies such as copy paper, HP ink 61, and cooking supplies like spices and canned fruits. Your contributions will greatly support our operations.

Assist the Employment Team with job searches for clients with disabilities due to brain injury or stroke. Help locate potential employers and create partnerships.

Chicagoland Animal Rescue is in urgent need of foster homes for cats who can no longer stay in their homes or were found trying to survive on their own. We will provide supplies and cover all vet appointments. Experience with cats is preferred, but we welcome anyone willing to provide a loving environment.

Join us as a Cat Care Volunteer for our Thursday morning shift at Downers Grove PetSmart. Duties include scooping litter boxes, cleaning the adoption area, monitoring cat behavior, and socializing the cats. Volunteers must be reliable and can commit to a schedule.

This is a virtual opportunity to create toys and crafts for our cats in need. You can work on your own schedule and help support our fundraising initiatives. All supplies will be used to enhance the lives of our cats.

We are looking for a Volunteer Video Creator to help us share our adoptable cats and success stories through video content for social media platforms. Responsibilities include creating high-quality videos, collaborating with marketing teams, and staying updated on video trends.

As a Community Crew Volunteer, you will connect with local businesses to share information about our mission and request support for fundraising initiatives. Strong communication skills and a friendly demeanor are essential.

Support the Summer Strong: Wellness in the Park initiative by assisting with fitness activities, mindfulness practices, and community connection events. Volunteers will help set up events and engage participants in wellness activities.

Assist in organizing and facilitating educational and social activities for community engagement, focusing on diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. Volunteers will help in planning events and outreach activities to foster community connections.

This volunteer position consists of working directly with the Warehouse Manager moving, cleaning and preparing furniture items that will be going directly to the families we serve.

Help collect new toys and gifts for children and families in need. Donations can be dropped off at the warehouse during business hours.

Assist with furniture pickup for families in need. Volunteers will help coordinate and execute pickup schedules.

Join a team to build dressers for families in need. This is a team-building exercise suitable for groups and corporate teams.

Help collect in-kind donations such as clothing and household items. Donations can be dropped off at the warehouse during business hours.

Collect and donate cleaning supplies and personal care items. Donations can be dropped off at the warehouse during business hours.

The Outreach House is always looking for Spanish speaking volunteers to assist our guests during open hours.

We have ongoing needs for diapers, wipes, and infant hygiene products; non-perishable food; cleaning supplies, and clothing. Hosting a drive is a great way to help out and provide for neighbors in need.

Opportunities for individuals to help with sorting food, assisting guests, cleaning, and restocking food. Volunteers are essential to our operations and we welcome anyone who is passionate about helping our neighbors.

Engage with community members by leading or starting new interest groups. Facilitators help foster community connections and provide opportunities for learning and engagement among older adults.

Volunteers are needed to greet and register attendees at AWN events, assist with setup and cleanup, and provide refreshments. This role is essential in ensuring the smooth operation of events and creating a welcoming atmosphere for participants.

Help write articles to share information about AWN, review website content, and suggest improvements. Volunteers with writing and editing skills are encouraged to contribute to our newsletter and online presence.

Assist in growing vegetables using the DRP method, including planting seedlings, mulching, and pest control. Volunteers will also help with garden maintenance such as weeding and pruning.

Capture weekly photos or videos of the Deep Roots garden to document progress and share with the community. This role involves creative content creation for promotional purposes.

Support the Deep Roots Project by sharing posts on social media, creating engaging content, and promoting the organization at local events like farmers markets.

Volunteers are needed to support the annual leadership seminar, helping to organize and facilitate activities that encourage leadership development among high school students. Responsibilities may include event setup, assisting with workshops, and engaging with students to foster an inclusive environment.

Synapse House is looking for Program Assistants to help clients with work assignments, cooking, and vocational training. This role involves providing one-on-one assistance and may include computer training.

Are you a subject matter expert with a passion for inspiring others? Are you interested in hosting workshops? This opportunity is tailored for individuals who enjoy sharing knowledge and skills.

Seeking volunteers to perform light clerical duties on Fridays from 11 am to 1 pm. This role involves basic office tasks that support the organization's operations.

Professionals and para-professionals with skills and expertise in finance are encouraged to apply to support various financial tasks within the organization.

Professionals and para-professionals with skills and expertise in technology are encouraged to apply to support various technology-related tasks.

Seeking volunteers to perform light cleaning duties on Fridays from 11 am to 1 pm. This role is essential for maintaining a clean and welcoming environment for the community.

Professionals and para-professionals with skills and expertise in marketing are encouraged to apply to support various marketing initiatives.

Volunteers prepare client orders in the morning and deliver them to cars during the evening pick-up shift. This role requires standing/walking for 2 hours and involves some lifting.

Volunteers unload and process food from pallets, and assist with stocking at the warehouse. This role requires standing/walking for approximately 2 hours and involves lifting.

Terrain welcomes volunteers to support all aspects of our programming, including archiving, bookkeeping, grant writing, photography, fundraising, writing, curating, event production, filmmaking, community building, and public art enthusiasm.

For over 112 years the Glen Ellyn Volunteer Fire Company has provided Fire and EMS services to the residents of the Village of Glen Ellyn and our surrounding fire protection district. Each year we recruit new members to join us and answer over 3000 calls per year. No experience needed. All training and equipment provided. | Requirements: 21 years of age Reside within 1 mile of our fire protection district borders for a minimum of 6 months Pass a criminal background check Pass a NFPA firefighter physical | Categories: Firefighter

Almost Home Kids is on 2.5 acres of land and we consistently need volunteers for yard and garden work. This includes garden cleanup, weeding, and watering plants. Volunteers can help individually or in small groups.

We have a Wish List of items/supplies that we are in need of on our website. You can also contact us to set up a specific Wish List for your group. We can only accept brand new items directly from the store at this time. Additionally, we celebrate National Nurses Week and are looking for volunteers to cater meals for our nursing staff.

Assist with the care and maintenance of animals in the shelter, including feeding, cleaning, and socializing with the animals. Volunteers help ensure the animals are comfortable and well-cared for during their stay.

Support adoption events by helping set up, interacting with potential adopters, and providing information about the animals. Volunteers play a key role in facilitating successful adoptions.

Assist individuals with genealogical research to help them trace their lineage back to a patriot of the American Revolution. Volunteers will provide guidance and support in using genealogical research systems.

Volunteer as a class instructor at EDGE Homeschool Cooperative, teaching enrichment classes such as art, music, gym, and more. Volunteers are expected to submit class ideas to the committee and teach classes on Fridays during the school year.

Participate in local highway clean-up efforts to promote conservation initiatives and community beautification. Volunteers will help pick up litter and maintain cleanliness along designated highway sections.

Volunteers are needed in the spring to help prepare the gardens for planting. Responsibilities include moving wood chips, clearing away weeds, digging up old plants, raking leaves, dividing perennials, planting flowers and seeds, and giving tours.

During the summer and fall, volunteers help maintain the gardens by working at events, raking leaves, keeping gardens clear of debris, watering plants, planting flowers from the greenhouse, moving wood chips, clearing weeds, and giving tours.

Support the operational needs of the refuge, including administrative tasks and assisting with events. Volunteers help ensure the smooth running of the organization's daily activities.

Assist in the daily care of parrots, including feeding, cleaning, and providing enrichment activities. Volunteers play a crucial role in maintaining the health and happiness of the parrots.

Assist in organizing and facilitating community events aimed at connecting and growing the North Lawndale community. Responsibilities include event setup, participant engagement, and post-event cleanup.

Bridge Communities offers a variety of volunteer opportunities for individuals and families to help families transition to self-sufficiency.

We are in need of tutors to work with families Bridge serves, requiring at least 2 years of tutoring or teaching experience.

Mentoring opportunities to assist families in transitioning to self-sufficiency. This includes guidance and support for families in need.

Organize a drive to collect essential household cleaning and laundry supplies for families in need.

Donate your car to help families facing homelessness get on the road to self-sufficiency. This program directly supports families in need.

Bridge Communities accepts and distributes donated retail and gas gift cards to client families throughout the year to help with unexpected expenses.

Volunteers assist in various activities to support families affected by cancer, including organizing events, distributing gifts, and providing emotional support. Volunteers are integral to the mission of bringing holiday cheer and relief to these families.

Assist in various community and youth development programs organized by CYD. Volunteers will help in event planning, coordination, and execution to support disadvantaged children and families.

You don't have to pound nails to be part of providing safe, affordable, and decent housing in DuPage County. ReStore volunteers bring new skills and build capacity to help provide discounted building materials and home goods to the community. Volunteers should expect hands-on work. The minimum age to volunteer is 16 years old.

You don't have to pound nails to be part of providing safe, affordable, and decent housing in DuPage County and the Chicago South Suburbs. ReStore volunteers bring new skills and build capacity to help provide discounted building materials and home goods to the community. Volunteers should expect hands-on work. The minimum age to volunteer is 16 years old.

Donate specialized hair care products for families who have specific hair care needs.

Become a mentor to young African American girls and help them succeed by providing guidance and support. Volunteers will engage with the girls through various programs and activities designed to empower and inspire them.

Join People Loving People, Inc. in their mission to spread love and hope by volunteering in various community service activities. Volunteers are needed to help with outreach programs and events, and to support the organization's mission of spreading love instead of hate and violence.

Facilitate classes for seniors in areas such as culinary arts, computer technology, and health. Volunteers will lead sessions and provide support to senior participants.

Assist in the distribution of clothing, food, and other essential goods to community members in need. Volunteers will help organize and manage the distribution events.

Join Lord and Angell House as a Destiny Helper to support women survivors of domestic violence. Volunteers will use their unique skills, knowledge, and resources to uplift these women and create lasting change. This role involves mentoring, providing technical support, or offering creative solutions to empower women on their journey to independence.

Assist in organizing and managing the Pre-Father’s Day BBQ Celebration at La Follette Park. Responsibilities include setting up the event, helping with activities such as free haircuts, food distribution, and managing the softball game and raffles.

Participate in ongoing volunteer sessions or assist during a Repair Fair. Volunteers are expected to be reliable, kind, and enthusiastic about the library's mission. No specific education or experience is required.

Become a regular volunteer by filling out a general interest form or applying to join a committee. Volunteers should be committed to the library's mission and ready to contribute to its core functions.