Volunteers are needed to assist with daily tasks at the shelter, including helping with adoptions, special events, and transporting puppies. Interested individuals should complete a volunteer application to indicate how they can contribute.

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.

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

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.

Each summer, volunteers are needed to help coordinate Back to School Fairs for low-income families. Tasks include organizing supplies, setting up the event, and assisting families during the fair.

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.