As a hospice volunteer, you will provide companionship and emotional support to patients and families during end-of-life care. Responsibilities include sitting with patients, reading aloud, and assisting family caregivers by offering respite care.

Join our volunteer community as a hairstylist, masseuse, nail technician, reflexologist, or other wellness provider. Help provide free haircuts and massages to survivors of trauma in partnership with community-based organizations.

Transport pets to and from adoption events, vet appointments, and foster homes. Most transports are within 30 minutes of the 60631 zip code.

Assist with handling dogs at adoption events, ensuring they are comfortable and well-managed. Volunteers should be comfortable working with different types of dogs.

Spend time at the Adoption Center, loving and playing with available cats to help them learn trust and the rewards of human companionship. Volunteers must attend a cat-handling training class and feel comfortable handling cats of all ages.

Assist at adoption/information events where potential adopters and supporters can meet available pets. Volunteers help introduce Chicago Pet Rescue to future supporters and volunteers, and assist with the adoption process.

Volunteers are the heart and soul of our nonprofit. Help make a positive impact on the lives of children in Illinois or California by assisting in camps, after-school programs, and other educational activities that promote sustainability and environmental awareness.

The volunteer will develop marketing strategies, manage digital marketing campaigns, create content, conduct community outreach, and provide analytics reports for the fall fundraiser event. This role requires approximately 3-5 hours per week and offers the opportunity to gain experience in marketing within the arts and nonprofit sectors.

Help create and distribute flyers to attract potential foster homes for rescued animals. Volunteers document coverage areas to avoid duplication of efforts.

Join Code Pink Productions in their mission to serve more by volunteering in the Dallas/Fort Worth and Chicago areas. Volunteers will engage in community-based support programs and help with arts and wellness initiatives.

Assist in organizing and managing the Back 2 School Bash event, which includes setting up booths, distributing supplies, and engaging with children and families. Volunteers will help ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for all attendees.

Participate in organizing and executing fundraising events to cover operational costs, including veterinary bills and foster care. Volunteers are needed for event setup, takedown, and various tasks during the events.

A translator/interpreter accompanies trained wish granters on wish family visits to facilitate clear communication. They may also assist with translating documents and other materials.

Special event volunteers plan, organize, and implement successful fundraising events by working on event committees, helping on the event day, and/or participating in the event.

Wish granters meet with wish kids and their families to help children determine their wish. They work alongside Make-A-Wish staff and wish families during the wish process.

Speaker's bureau volunteers present key information and share stories about Make-A-Wish to increase support and educate audiences on the organization's mission.

Office volunteers assist chapter staff with various tasks including phone calls, wish research, data entry, filing, and mailings.

Use your skills on an as-needed basis. This volunteer should have professional knowledge of the skill, which may include graphic design, photography, carpentry, and more.

Mentor a student 1:1, helping them with project work, answering questions about life as a software engineer, and offering career planning guidance. The time commitment is 2-4 hours per month for 5 or 7 months, based on your agreement with your mentee.

Support a student 1:1 through career coaching, resume guidance, interview prep, and professional development. This role requires a commitment of 1 hour per week for 3 months, on your own time.