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| Category | City | Opportunity Title | Description | ID# |
| Childrens Activities | Addison | Recreational Volunteers | Assist youth with special needs in various recreation programs located in DuPage and Western Cook Counties. Programs are held weekly at various times. Spring time programs include t-ball, softball, soccer and track & field. Volunteers must be 16 years & older. | 316596 |
| One Time Events | Addison | Special Olympics Track & Field Event | Special Olympics Spring Games, 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m., Saturday, May 22 at Glenbard East HS. Assist with all field events, lunch, souvenirs, awards, set-up, clean-up, & chaperones. Great opportunity for individuals or large groups. Volunteers must be 16 years & older. | 339274 |
| Alzheimers Related Disorders | Arlington Heights | Special Activities Assistant in the Alzheimer's & Related Disorders Department | Assist with special activities and tea parties in the Alzheimer's & Related Disorders department . Help is needed from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday-Sunday. Volunteers must be 16 years and older. | 37725 |
| Alzheimers Related Disorders | Arlington Heights | Nursing Home Assistance | Variety of opportunities to assist local home: bingo caller, reading/working with Alzheimer's patients, one-on-one visits- taking residents out for walks, help with craft classes, games & cards plus much more. Volunteers are welcome 7 days a week from 9 am - 7:30 pm. Volunteers must be 16 years & older. | 37775 |
| Blood Drive and Related | Arlington Heights | Blood Drive Assistance | Help with one-day blood drives that are held at area businesses or schools. Greet and register donors, serve refreshments, help the staff watch for adverse reactions, etc. This is a great opportunity for small groups or individuals. Volunteers must be age 18 years & older. | 266318 |
| Board of Directors | Arlington Heights | Board Member | For an agency that provides community outreach programs. Expertise in marketing/public relations, human resources or fundraising. Meetings are held quarterly, Thursdays from 5:30 - 7:3 p.m. Volunteer must be 21 years & older. | 57600 |
| Bulk Mailers | Arlington Heights | Bulk Mail Helpers | Helpers needed on an occasional basis at various agencies, be on a call list and we check your availability when the need arises. Volunteer must be 14 years & older. | 39693 |
| Child Care | Arlington Heights | Special Needs Child Care / Family Respite | Spend 4-hours weekly providing care and support to a family who has young children with special needs (age birth-4) and their siblings, Training is provided, which includes CPR/First Aid certification, and individualized training to meet the child 's and family's specific needs. Volunteers will be matched with a family. Volunteers must be 19 years & over and we request a six month commitment . | 37807 |
| Child Care | Arlington Heights | Child Care | A women's center who supports family literacy is in the need for volunteers for child care while mothers are attending classes Mon-Fri 9am-12pm Jan 11th for 3 weeks. Starting Feb2nd 9am-12pm Tue-Thur-Fri until May. Volunteers are to be over the age of 18. | 322958 |
| Clerical - Office Help | Arlington Heights | Clerical | Help with phones, filing, data entry and basic computer. Must be comfortable making cold calls and interviewing prospective clients for volunteering at not for profit organizations. Flexible weekday schedule. Ages 18 & older. | 36871 |
| Clerical - Office Help | Arlington Heights | Office Support | Office help needed for clerical work, data entry, bulk mailings, filing, and to sort/organize press clippings and photographs for agency serving special needs adults and children. The office hours are Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Volunteer must be 16 years and older. | 37751 |
| Clerical - Office Help | Arlington Heights | Office Support | You can make a difference in the lives of others in hospice care without direct patient contact. Help with mailings, filing & word processing, assist with daily phone calls to patients and families and make packets. Weekdays from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Training will be provided. | 37856 |
| Clerical - Office Help | Arlington Heights | Volunteer Office Administrators | Volunteer Office Administrators are needed to assist with calls, walk-in customers, deliveries, assist staff with special events, projects, etc for the local Red Cross office. Two 4-hour shifts available several times a week. Ages 21 & over | 37904 |
| Clerical - Office Help | Arlington Heights | Data entry, mailings, filing | Mailings, data entry and general organizational office skills - is this your calling? We are an agency that provides services to people of all ages with developmental disabilities. Volunteers must be 16 years & over. | 38284 |
| Clerical - Office Help | Arlington Heights | Telephone Reception Volunteer | On going telephone/reception position for an organization that serves area seniors. Flexible weekdays hours. Must have good phone and clerical skills. Training will be provided. Age 21 & older. | 38285 |
| Clerical - Office Help | Arlington Heights | Office Work | Give your time to local agency and help abused & neglected children in the northwest suburbs by providing office or phone support. Office is open 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday - Friday. Help is needed on a on call basis. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | 38351 |
| Clerical - Office Help | Arlington Heights | Administrated Assistance | . Are you a detailed orientate multitasker with computer skills? A senior friendly volunteer is needed with good phone skills to assist in a busy service agency 1 day per week. Knowledge of Word and Excel is necessary. Minimum age is 21. Training will be provided. | 331061 |
| Computer - Data Entry | Arlington Heights | Web Development and Upkeep | The Volunteer Center of Northwest Suburban Chicago (the largest in Suburban Illinois) is looking for hard working volunteers to help us maintain our Web Site. This could be a off-site (virtual) volunteer opportunity This requires familiarity with the Web, HTML, CSS, FTP and Dreamweaver etc. A good eye for graphics design helps as well! | 99156 |
| Computer - Data Entry | Arlington Heights | Raiser's Edge Expert | Area Senior Service Program is in need of person(s) with expertise in working with Raiser's Edges Database, a donor based database. The volunteers would help improve data integrity and better utilize the capabilities of this software. Flexible weekday hours from 9 am - 5 pm. Contact us for details. Volunteers must be 18 older. | 321972 |
| Conservation - Nature Centers | Arlington Heights | Conservation | Help the restoration team collect seeds or remove non-native invasive plants to make way for native wildflowers, grasses and trees. 9 - 4, Weds & Thurs & Sats. Under 16 must be accompanied by a parent. | 266328 |
| Conservation - Nature Centers | Arlington Heights | Conservation - Environmental | Assist with conservation work on the 4th Saturday of the month, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m, except in December. Workers will prune, clear & thin brush from wooded areas, grounds clean up & planting projects. Volunteer must be 16 years & older. | 266351 |
| Disaster Relief | Arlington Heights | DISASTER SERVICES/REC (Response & Emergency Communications) | Join in helping victims of local, state or national disasters! Become a member of our Disaster Action Team (DAT), a Mass Care worker (Shelter Operations/Feeding/Supplies), Communications team member, or Mental Health (Professional Crisis Personnel). Ages 21& Over | 41622 |
| Disaster Relief | Arlington Heights | Disaster Relief | Instructors needed to give community disaster education presentations to a variety of audiences - youth, elderly, community groups. Instructors may need to travel around the city, but it is not required. Training required. Ages 21 & over | 45026 |
| Disaster Relief | Arlington Heights | Disaster Response | Help enhance the safety of your family & community by being ready to respond in a disaster. A FREE 20 hour Community Emergency Response Training course with selected area villages, such as Elk Grove, Palatine, etc. | 329936 |
| Donation Drive | Arlington Heights | Donation Drive | Agency that is a community-based emergency & longer-term care & housing for children, birth - 17 years in need of special drives from their wish list. Baby, safety & health items, storage needs, baby toys, books/video tapes, household items, & clothing. Groups and Individuals welcome. All ages. | 266291 |
| Donation Drive | Arlington Heights | Donation Drive - 3rd World Orphans | Conduct a special drive for organization that provides church homes for orphans & widows in third world countries. Diaper wipes, large beach towels, white bed sheets, gym socks, baby bottles, nipples, underwear, school supplies, coloring books, etc. Groups welcome. Open to all ages. | 266330 |
| Fund-Raising Projects | Arlington Heights | Volunteer for Bingo Night | Bing-O every Wednesday from 5 - 10 p.m., help sell bingo cards or assist in kitchen. Urgent need for bingo callers, training provided on computerized bingo screen. Event to benefit agency serving children & adults with developmental disabilities. Volunteers must be 18 years & older for bingo activities, 8 years & older for kitchen duties with parent supervision. | 37726 |
| Fund-Raising Projects | Arlington Heights | Jelly Belly Days | Do you believe in magic? "Jelly Belly" Days are from 6:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m., Friday, May 14th and from 8:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m., Saturday, May 15th. Join a team to help to pass out Jelly Belly's and information on Clearbrook, in two hour shifts to help support children and adults with developmental disabilities. All ages welcome, volunteers under 12 years must be accompanied by an adult. | 38473 |
| Fund-Raising Projects | Arlington Heights | Casino Night Helpers | Be on the list as a volunteer for casino night. Training will be provided. All volunteers working the games must be registered with the state. Fund raiser benefits children & adults with disabilities. Volunteers must be 21 years & older | 45608 |
| Fund-Raising Projects | Arlington Heights | Book Sale - Donations & Sorting | Used book sale benefiting special needs children and adults are preparing for their June 5 - 14 sale are in desperate need of volunteers to sort, price & package books. The warehouse is open 5 days a week from 10am 4pm and on Saturdays morning & afternoon hours. We will open evenings and weekends for groups of 5 or more volunteers. Volunteers must be 18 years and older. | 266320 |
| Fund-Raising Projects | Arlington Heights | Fundraising | Agency that serves abused and neglected children will host a Charity Ball and Golf Outing is looking for people who like to make things happen! Committee volunteers in the area of donations, sponsorship, marketing, fundraising,etc., are needed. Volunteers must be 25 years & older. | 315603 |
| Fund-Raising Projects | Arlington Heights | Fundraising Committee Member | Corporate Development program is in need of committee members to research possible scholarships, reach out to companies to obtain sponsorship and develop a relationship with area corporations. Flexible weekday schedule. Volunteers must be 25 years & older. | 319384 |
| Fund-Raising Projects | Arlington Heights | Fund Development Assistance | Assist senior community service program with its fundraising efforts, help to generate needed fund for the operating budget. Assistance with grant writing, special events, and major gift cultivations. Volunteers must be 21 years & older. | 321982 |
| Homeless | Arlington Heights | Donations for Homeless | Remember how much you liked to play store? Help collect non-perishable food items, including household goods. Plan a clothing and gift certificate drive - items needed are men's and women's underwear, socks, and jeans of all sizes. Toiletries, tooth brushes, toothpaste, disposable razors, paper products - plates, cups and table cloths, plastic silverware and serving pieces and gift certificates to area fast food restaurants or discount stores. Great opportunity for groups, schools, individuals or community groups. All ages | 266312 |
| Hospice - Respite | Arlington Heights | Patient Visit Volunteer | Volunteers dedicated to help make the end of life a time filled with comfort and kindness for patients at home, in assisted living facilities or in nursing homes. Visit patients to provide companionship and support through conversation, leisure activities or by being a supportive presence. You may also provide the opportunity for respite, so the caregiver can take some time away to take care of him or herself. Volunteers are essential to assist our team of professionals. Comprehensive, free training and continuing education programs throughout the year. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | 37857 |
| Hospice - Respite | Arlington Heights | Special Project Volunteer | Special projects at our office, or in the comfort of your home. Projects can include: baking cookies,completing craft projects, and others based on current need . | 38393 |
| Hospice - Respite | Arlington Heights | Hospice Support | Provide emotional support, companionship, socialization, respite, and practical support like shopping and errand running to hospice patients and their families. Comprehensive 2 days training, background checks, references, confidentiality and TB testing. There are 6 counties in NE Illinois that are covered with this program, they are: Boone, McHenry, Lake, NW DuPage and Cook. They partner with Sherman, NW Community and Alexian Brothers Hospitals. Volunteers must be 18 years & older. | 288401 |
| Hospice - Respite | Arlington Heights | Hospice Support | Provide emotional support, companionship, socialization, respite, and practical support like shopping and errand running to hospice patients and their families. Comprehensive 2 days training, background checks, references, confidentiality and TB testing. There are 6 counties in NE Illinois that are covered with this program, they are: Boone, McHenry, Lake, NW DuPage and Cook. They partner with Sherman, NW Community and Alexian Brothers Hospitals. Volunteers must be 18 years & older. | 288406 |
| Law Enforcement | Arlington Heights | Senior and Law Enforcement Together Council Member | Senior advisory council welcomes new members to join forum meetings. New forum dates and topics to be announced. Meetings will be held on the 3rd Tuesday of the month. Call for details. Volunteers age 55 and over. | 37763 |
| Literacy Programs | Arlington Heights | Adult Literacy Tutor | Read to Learn Adult Literacy/Volunteer Program: Work one-to-one with adults to improve basic reading & writing skills. Various sites & times available. 10 week class sessions, 3 hours each week. The next 7 hour training, from 8:30 am - 3:30 pm will be held late summer for the fall 10 week session. All volunteers must attend one day. Volunteer must be 17 years & older. | 37823 |
| Maintenance | Arlington Heights | Maintenance - Painting HUD Apartment | Group of 6 - 8 to assist with painting a large living room, one bedroom & small hallway for a HUD apartment in Des Plaines. Agency will supply the paint & other supplies. Small groups welcome. Volunteers must be 16 years & older. | 266298 |
| Maintenance | Arlington Heights | Maintenance | Help with Spring clean-up for a family with disabilities. Small group or family is needed to do yard clean up. Volunteers need to bring rakes and bags, any day of the week is fine. Call for details. Individuals and small groups welcome. Age 16 years & older. | 266300 |
| Maintenance | Arlington Heights | Maintenance & Special Projects | An agency which serves adults with development disabilities are in the need for groups of all sizes to help with maintenance, landscaping, painting and a wide variety of other special projects. Volunteers must be 18 years & older | 266303 |
| Maintenance | Arlington Heights | Transitional Apartment Maintenance | On occasion, updating in the transitional apartments is needed for area homeless and low income families - painting, carpet cleaning and minor repairs, etc. Groups welcome. Volunteer must be 16 years & older. | 266306 |
| Maintenance | Arlington Heights | Group Home Maintenance | Assist with groundwork - cleaning, planting, etc. Renovating bathrooms, painting, papering, or washing windows inside/outside at group homes for independent clients with special needs. Groups welcome. Age 16 & over. | 266308 |
| Maintenance | Arlington Heights | Outside Yard Work | Outside yard work on 6 acres of land belonging to an organization that supports special needs clients. Landscaping, planting, weeding, trees & brush trimming, painting or cleaning - weekdays/ Saturdays. Group of 5 to 50 welcome. Age 16 & older. | 266310 |
| Maintenance | Arlington Heights | Outside Clean-up | Assist area-counseling center with cleaning projects. Cut & trim all bushes, and cleaning up paper and debris. Volunteer must be age 18 & older. | 266321 |
| Maintenance | Arlington Heights | Window Washing | Let the sun shine through! Wash windows inside and out for a Women's Counseling Center, any time during the week including Monday & Thursday evenings until 7pm or on Saturday. Groups welcome. Volunteer must be 15 year & older. | 266323 |
| Maintenance | Arlington Heights | Shelter Maintenance | Transitional shelter for homeless women and their children in need of spring cleaning in their homes/apartments. Washing walls, children's playroom, yard work, organizing the garage & pantry, coordinating a collection drive or planting flower bulbs. Groups welcome. Volunteer must be 16 years & older. | 266338 |
| Maintenance | Arlington Heights | Maintenance for Special Needs Clients Group Homes | Help with window washing, painting buildings and yard clean-up by raking & bagging leaves for residential community for persons with disabilities. Any day between 9 a.m. & 5 p.m. except for Sunday. Can accommodate groups up to 50. Bring your owns gloves & rakes. Volunteer must be 16 years & older. | 266350 |
| Maintenance | Arlington Heights | Leadership Marketing Volunteer | Question: What is a Leadership volunteer? Answer: An experienced person with a wealth of knowledge accumulated over the years in their professional or personal life. We need to be able to call upon talented individuals whose skills will help us attain our strategic goals. The Volunteer Center of NW Suburban Chicago offers a wonderful opportunity to get involved with the community. You will be applying your business expertise and skills to enrich the lives of others in your community. A successful marketing leadership volunteer will have prior experience creating and executing print and online marketing programs & have a solid grasp of the corporate identity and branding development process. Assignment would include formulating a marketing plan to increase visibility in the community while expanding our market research and branding initiatives. | 285686 |
| Meals on Wheels Programs | Arlington Heights | Meals on Wheels Programs | Arlington Heights drivers needed during the noon hours to deliver meals to elderly shut-ins and the disabled. Weekdays for 1 to 1 1/2 hours. Substitute drivers also needed to cover a daily drivers route when regular drivers are on vacation or ill. Volunteers must be 18 yrs & older. | 40126 |
| Mentally and-or Physically Challenged | Arlington Heights | Adults with Disabilities Day Services | Adult Day Services: Weekdays 9am-3pm at one of Clearbrook’s Day Program sites. Volunteers assist with lunch (feeding) and engage in various activities to enhance clients’ productivity and socialization. Volunteers must be 16 years & older, younger volunteers must be accompanied by an adult. | 37767 |
| Mentally and-or Physically Challenged | Arlington Heights | Volunteer Buddy | Be a buddy to an adult with disabilities, evenings and\or weekends. Knowledge of sign language helpful for hearing impaired clients...or learn as you go! Volunteers must be 18 years & older. | 37819 |
| Mentally and-or Physically Challenged | Arlington Heights | Lane Buddy at Bowling League for Adults with Disabilities | "Spare" a little time & "strike" up some fun at a bowling league from Sept. - March, (Dates TBA) - Saturdays, 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Two Saturdays a month or when your schedule allows. Be a Lane Buddy to bowlers with disabilities and have fun socializing. Call for specific dates. Volunteers must be 12 years or older with adult supervision. | 38173 |
| Mentally and-or Physically Challenged | Arlington Heights | Take a Break in the Afternoon Program | This program has been developed to help support our families currently on the “Take a Break” respite volunteer waiting list. Program participants and volunteers will meet on the 4th Thursday afternoon of each month from 12:30pm to 4:30pm; and on the 2nd Saturday of each month from 10:00am to 2:00pm, at our CHILD facility located at 3705 Pheasant Drive (enter at Pheasant & Grouse) in Rolling Meadows. Families can drop off their children for an afternoon of play supervised by trained volunteers and staff. Please call to confirm program dates. Volunteers must be 14 years and older, younger volunteers must be accompanied by an adult. | 289634 |
| Nursing Homes | Arlington Heights | Nursing Home Helper and/or Friendly Visitor | Help residents of area nursing home with activities or occasional personal tasks such as manicures, letter writing, assisting in the reception area, sorting mail, resident escort or as friendly visitor to an individual or a floor. Volunteer must be 14 years and older. | 37771 |
| Nursing Homes | Arlington Heights | Activities Associate | Local Nursing home seeking an activities associate who is available one-half or one day per week between the hours of 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Help the staff plan activities and outings for the senior residents, this is a fun opportunity! Volunteers must be 16 years and older. | 37774 |
| Nursing Homes | Arlington Heights | Nursing Home - Wheelchair Transporters | Transport residents in wheelchairs to and from activities within a nursing home. Must be able to push a wheelchair, be personable and find your way around a large building. Flexible times Sunday - Friday 8:30 am - 11:30 am. Volunteers must be 16 years & older. | 258517 |
| Nursing Homes | Arlington Heights | Family Council Coordinator | Work with staff of the Ombudsman Project to develop support network. Train family members and staff regarding the establishment and operation of family councils. Inform interested parties about family councils' rights, community services available to them, laws regulations and standards that govern long term care facilities and good health and safety practices. | 288013 |
| Nursing Homes | Arlington Heights | Accompany senior residents on group trips | Mature volunteers, 21 and over, to accompany senior residents on group outings to movies, Chicago cruises, dinner, theatre performances, orchard apple picking, etc. Needed to direct and keep group together as well as watch out for wandering residents. Expenses will be paid for each outing-example: dinner tickets, cruise admission | 316185 |
| Nursing Homes | Arlington Heights | Assist with serving meals in a rehab center | Volunteers are needed who have a desire to serve and assist a busy waitstaff in a rehab community for lunch 11am to 1pm or dinner 4:30pm to 6:30. Come and enjoy the special perks of a cup of coffee and snack. Weekday's and weekends are available. | 316946 |
| One Time Events | Arlington Heights | Shelter a Child Tag Days | Calling all Volunteers! Are you looking for a fun activity that can be accomplished in only 2 - 3 hours? Shelter-A-Child Tag Days on May 7, 8,and 9th is for you. Times are from 9 - 6. Collect donations at stores in your neighborhood. Families & Groups are welcome. Volunteers under 16 must be with an adult. | 84686 |
| One Time Events | Arlington Heights | Have a Fun Time at the FunFest | Join the fun! Funfest to benefit adult with disabilities from 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. on Friday, June 18. Help with set-up, tend a game or be a buddy to an adult with disabilities throughout the day's activities and lunch. Volunteers must be 13 years & older. | 86378 |
| One Time Events | Arlington Heights | Casino Night | Clearbrook Guardians Casino Nights to be held from 3 p.m. to 1 a.m., in Palatine on Saturday, 3/13/10 to benefit clients with developmental disabilities. Volunteers are needed to deal Blackjack / Poker, work games tables, bartend, serve food & drinks and sell raffle tickets. Volunteers must be 18 years & older to work the gaming tables, 21 and older to serve liquor. | 97509 |
| One Time Events | Arlington Heights | 2009 Community Paint a thon | 2009 Community Paint a than volunteers are needed on Saturday, Sept. 12, rain date Sept. 19. Individuals or groups are invited to join the fun to paint the homes of seniors & disabled in the NW suburbs. All supplies provided. Call for details. Volunteers must be 14 years & older. | 303773 |
| Senior Centers | Arlington Heights | Wood Shop Supervisor | Qualified wood shop volunteer needed to supervise Monday 8:30 - Noon at our state-of-the-art wood shop facility. Must have knowledge of equipment and ability to deal well with the public, training will be available. Volunteer must be 21 years & older | 37717 |
| Senior Centers | Arlington Heights | Cafe Assistant | Cafe Assistant needed to make and serve coffee, maintain coffeepots, restock refrigerator and provide a friendly atmosphere for a Senior Center Afternoons 1:30-4:00. | 52860 |
| Senior Citizens Assistance | Arlington Heights | Advocate volunteers | Senior services agency is seeking advocate volunteers who will work with older adults to insure that they are receiving public and private benefits that they are entitled to but not taking advantage of. Flexible hours, support & training provided. Volunteers must be 21 years & older. | 37707 |
| Senior Citizens Assistance | Arlington Heights | Money Management Volunteer | Assist clients with money management support. Volunteers needs to be patient and sensitive . Have the ability to work with a wide variety of individuals and able to donate 3 - 5 hours a month. Must provide own transportation to visit clients. Volunteers must be 21 years & older. | 41642 |
| Senior Citizens Assistance | Arlington Heights | Senior Driving Assistance | Looking for friendly, patient volunteers to drive area seniors to doctor and dental appointment's. Must have excellent driving skills, great for the stay at home moms or dads, retirees and part-time workers. Drivers need esp. in Schaumburg, Des Plaines, Buffalo Grove, Elk Grove & Wheeling. Volunteers must be 21 & Over | 72991 |
| Senior Citizens Assistance | Arlington Heights | Client Contact Volunteers | Russian speaking person needed to make follow up quarterly calls plus a brief documentation of the call to clients who are being serviced by a senior services agency. Calls to be made quarterly. The office is open Monday - Friday, 9 - 4 p.m. Volunteer must be 21 years and older | 73852 |
| Senior Citizens Assistance | Arlington Heights | Senior Housing Maintenance | Chores for Seniors! Assist with yard work, painting, carpet cleaning & small repairs, such as, safety bars on bathroom walls or stairs, replace or repair light fixtures, simple plumbing jobs. Individuals and groups welcome. Volunteers must be age 21 & over. | 266299 |
| Senior Citizens Assistance | Arlington Heights | Volunteer Ombudsman | Speak with residents and their family members at the facilities and speak with concerned citizens in the community in order to empower residents so they are treated with respect, receive quality medical and personal care, and are free to exercise self-determination; also to educate residents, facility staff and the public about long term care residents' rights and to advocate for individual and systemic improvements. Volunteer must be 55 years & older. | 288009 |
| Senior Citizens Assistance | Arlington Heights | Red Tape Cutter | Advocate for seniors. Red Tape Cutter-Looking for Senior advocates who are dedicated to reaching and empower eligible older persons to receive the benefits to which they are entitled but are not now receiving. Local travel is involved in attending workshops, training and meetings. Must be available during the business day to come in to the office. Training is provided. Volunteer must be 55 years & older. | 305708 |
| Shelters for Women and Children | Arlington Heights | Rape Crisis Advocate | Northwest Center Against Sexual Assault (CASA) is a non-profit agency dedicated to serving sexual assault/sexual abuse survivors and their families throughout north and northwest Cook County. VOLUNTEER ROLES: Advocacy Medical advocacy is available to clients 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at hospital emergency rooms and police departments. Staff and trained volunteers respond in person to offer emotional support and provide information. Crisis Intervention Phone response is available to callers 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Hotline services include telephone crisis counseling and information/referrals. The phones are answered by staff and trained volunteers. Must commit to two 6 hours shifts per month. Volunteers must be 18 years & older. | 315095 |
| Special Skills Volunteer | Arlington Heights | First Aid/CPR/AED instructor | Touch a life forever, become a Volunteer First Aid/CPR/AED instructor. Help the Red Cross make communities' healthier,and a safer places to live. Daytime, evening and weekend opportunities. Training required. Volunteers must be 21 and over. | 37843 |
| Special Skills Volunteer | Arlington Heights | Grant Writer | Put your talent to work! We are looking for volunteers who have experience in grant writing for a social service agency. Arrangements can be made to work from home. Volunteer must be 21 years & older. | 39694 |
| Special Skills Volunteer | Arlington Heights | Disaster Professionals | Do you have 3 weeks to go on a national assignment? Licensed clinical social workers, clinical professionals or social workers must be available for assignments with 48 hours or less notice. Extensive training required. Ages 21 years & over | 45046 |
| Special Skills Volunteer | Arlington Heights | Female Bi-Lingual Volunteer | Female bi-lingual volunteer needed to assist English instructor for pilot program for a Women's One Stop Center. Assist with programs such as literacy, employment skills, & support group. Wednesday and Fridays from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., in Arlington Heights. Volunteers must be 18 years and older. | 45825 |
| Special Skills Volunteer | Arlington Heights | Marketing Development Staff | Help develop an overall communications plan for senior service organization. Work with the development department on press releases, newsletter, etc. As our target market is changing and expanding we are looking for new approaches for baby boom generation and their children. You will be part of the new communication strategies and services based on the results of this project. Flexible weekday hours from 9 am - 5 pm, will work with your schedule. Volunteers must be 18 years & older. | 321977 |
| Special Skills Volunteer | Arlington Heights | Director of Volunteers | Agency serving seniors in looking for a Director of Volunteers that will coordinate all volunteer management activities including planning, recruiting, training, retaining and evaluating volunteers. Work closely with both staff and volunteers. Age 25 & older. | 321980 |
| Special Skills Volunteer | Arlington Heights | Notary Public | Organization serving seniors is seeking licensed notary publics to be added to a call list of volunteers. Must be willing to visit a homebound client's home in the Northwest Suburbs. Appointments will be flexible. Minimal commitment of time. | 335671 |
| Thrift Shops - Gift Shops - Resale Shops | Arlington Heights | Thrift Store Assistant | Sort, price & display merchandise in Arlington Heights thrift store; assist customers 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday, Tuesday & Friday; 10 a.m. - 7 p.m., Wednesday, Thursday & Saturdays 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Youth volunteers under 12 years must be accompanied by an adult. | 37789 |
| Thrift Shops - Gift Shops - Resale Shops | Arlington Heights | Store Cashier | Urgent need for store cashier in a nursing home's General Store. (3) Hour shifts between 11-5 p.m. on Saturday or Sunday available. Volunteer must be comfortable handling money, work without direct supervision, & patient dealing with the elderly. Volunteer must be 15 years & older. | 38115 |
| Thrift Shops - Gift Shops - Resale Shops | Arlington Heights | Gift Store Volunteer | Join the team of AH Park District Gift Store volunteers at the Arlington Heights Senior Center. Use your creative skills to help with displays! This volunteer will also wait on customers, ring up sales, answer phones, assist with Park District senior program registration and other light clerical duties. A long term commitment is preferred. | 67510 |
| Thrift Shops - Gift Shops - Resale Shops | Arlington Heights | Cashier for Thrift Shop | Looking for individuals that are customer service friendly who feel comfortable running a basic cash register for a local thrift shop. Help is needed for daytime and evening hours, Sunday - Saturday. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | 291291 |
| Thrift Shops - Gift Shops - Resale Shops | Arlington Heights | Thrift Shop Organization | Volunteers are needed at the resale stores in Niles, Hoffman Estates or Palatine. Revenue from the stores help to provide services and programs to homeless women and their children. Volunteers would help reorganize at the resale stores by sorting donations, hanging items on the racks and putting items out on the sales floor, cleaning, helping at the counter and other tasks that are needed. Small groups welcome. Volunteer must be 14 years & older. | 315604 |
| Thrift Shops - Gift Shops - Resale Shops | Arlington Heights | Resale Shop Assistance Manager | Is Retail your passion? A area youth outreach program is in the need for a Resale Shop Assistance Manager who would oversee the weekly operation, coordinate volunteer groups, pricing, etc. Volunteers need to be 21 years and older. | 337008 |
| Transportation Services | Arlington Heights | Drivers for Dialysis Patients | In need of drivers 1 or 2 days a week to pick up dialysis patients in Arlington Hts., Rolling Meadows or Glenview and return them to their homes in the Northwest Suburbs. Pick up at approx 7 - 7:30 pm. Must have valid drivers license. Flexible schedule. Volunteer must be 21 years & older. | 254156 |
| Youth Mentoring | Arlington Heights | Youth in Action Assistant Program Manager | Help high school youth understand their power to make a difference in their community! Volunteers needed to assist with a youth leadership program, one to two days weekly. Includes helping with data input, research, youth workshops in several community high school, referring students to community service projects, etc. Ages 21 and over | 317737 |
| Bulk Mailers | Arlington Hts | Bulk Mailing | Cancer society needs a pool of people willing & able to be called on to work with special projects & bulk mail. Monday-Friday, 9:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Ages 16 & over | 315751 |
| Cancer Societies | Arlington Hts | Transportation - Cancer Societies | Help transport cancer patients to treatment for their Road to Recovery Program. Volunteers are called on an "as needed" basis. Great opportunity for retirees, stay at home moms and dads or part-timers. Ages 21 & over | 37928 |
| Clerical - Office Help | Barrington | Office Administration Volunteer | Provide clerical support, file, input data, complete mailings, assemble informational packets, and just about anything else that needs to be done. Orientation and confidentiality releases are required. Age 18 & older. | 264302 |
| Fund-Raising Projects | Barrington | Friends of Hospice Foundation Volunteer | Help coordinate special events to raise funds and awareness of Northeastern Illinois Hospice programs. Past events include an elegant gala, duck race and family pool party, barn dance, and holiday tree lighting. No special training | 264305 |
| Hospice - Respite | Barrington | Hospice Support | Provide emotional support, companionship, socialization, respite, and practical support like shopping and errand running to hospice patients and their families. Comprehensive 2 days training, background checks, references, confidentiality and TB testing. There are 6 counties in NE Illinois that are covered with this program, they are: Boone, McHenry, Lake, NW DuPage and Cook. They partner with Sherman, NW Community and Alexian Brothers Hospitals. Volunteers must be 18 years & older. | 285781 |
| Meals on Wheels Programs | Barrington | Meal Delivery Drivers | Deliver meals to elderly shut-ins during the noon time hour on a weekly basis. Must have valid drivers license and insurance. Volunteers must be 18 years & older. | 38199 |
| Senior Centers | Barrington | Lunch Program Assistant | Serve food and clean-up at on-site lunch program. In this fast paced environment candidate must be able to stand for long periods of time and lift 20lbs. Volunteers must be 16 yrs. & older. | 37783 |
| Senior Friendly Visitors | Barrington | Friendly Visitor | Provide visitation which could include companionship, driving, cooking, shopping, reading, or other instrumental activities of daily living while maintaining Confidentiality. (good listening & conversation skills desirable) Volunteers must be 16 yrs. & older. | 38209 |
| Special Skills Volunteer | Barrington | S.H.I.P. Volunteer | Senior health Insurance Program Volunteer. SHIP counselors are trained by the Illinois Division of Insurance to: Educate consumers and answer questions about Medicare, Medicare Supplement, long term care insurance, Medicare HMOs, private fee-for-service and other health insurance; Organize and assist in filing Medicare and Medicare Supplement claims; and Analyze Medicare Supplement and long term care policies. Volunteers must be 55 years & older. | 303336 |
| Transportation Services | Barrington | Drivers | Transport seniors to medical, lab, dental and personal appointments such as hair or grocery shopping, etc. Volunteers must be 21 yrs. & older. | 38342 |
| Tutoring | Barrington | Tutors | Share a hour or two a week helping in a classroom. Help tutor one on one or with a small group of students. Teacher will provide activity and assignment. Flexible days and hours for School District #220 Barrington. | 330993 |
| Schools - Mentors | Bartlett | Reading Partner | Be an intergenerational volunteer in your local schools. We need volunteers to make sure that the younger generation can read before they enter the next grade. Volunteers 55 and older. | 73757 |
| Senior Citizens Assistance | Bartlett | Yard Work | Help seniors with yard work in the Hanover Township area. Great family volunteer project for the spring, summer or fall. Volunteers must be 16 years and older. | 37962 |
| Transportation Services | Bartlett | Transportation Services | Transport Hanover Township seniors to doctor or health related appointments. Valid driver's license & proof of auto insurance. Volunteer must be 21 years & older. | 37831 |
| Nursing Homes | Bensenville | Chaperone For Seniors | Chaperons for week day outings for seniors residents for shopping, lunches or dinner events and field trips, or chaperon residents going to doctors office. All transportation is provided by facility bus. Volunteers age 55 and over. | 38395 |
| Nursing Homes | Bensenville | Piano/Organ Player | Enhance Sunday worship service for these nursing home residents at the 10:00 a.m.service. Piano or organ player to perform weekly, or occasionally. Age 55 & older. | 264083 |
| Nursing Homes | Bensenville | Resident Services | Provide a friendly smile and get a little exercise for yourself with assistance at this retirement community. Variety of options await you: pass out water pitchers, visit with residents, provide wheelchair transportation to lunch, therapy sessions, activities within the facility or accompany residents on outings, assist in dining room by setting tables and rolling silverware. Volunteer must be 55 years & older. | 264087 |
| Youth Mentoring | Buffalo Grove | Youth Mentor | Caring adults needed to mentor youth between the ages of 10 -17, one-on-one to offer guidance through role modeling, support & encouragement aimed at developing competencies and character in the youth. Meet weekly on Thursday evenings. Training will be provided. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | 37798 |
| Blood Drive and Related | Chicago | Brighten Lives Of Area Patients By Caring For Donors At Community Blood Drives | Help us brighten lives for area patients by providing a positive, rewarding experience for donors at community blood drives that are held at businesses and community groups. Responsibilities include: welcoming donors to the blood drive and managing the refreshment area as well as other duties. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | 287874 |
| Mentally and-or Physically Challenged | Chicago | Mentors, Tutors, Art Helpers Needed! | Work on Saturdays to help developmentally and intellectually challenged children reach their full potential. Give a couple of hours to a child who needs many diverse opportunities and people in their lives in order to grow and learn! Volunteers need to be age 21 years and older. | 315753 |
| Receptionist - Hospitality | Chicago | Hospitality at O'Hare Airport | Volunteer at O'Hare to roam the airport and stand at confusion points in the terminal identifying passengers who may need assistance to find their gate, the international terminal, a bus, etc. Shifts are 10-2 or 2-7 weekdays, & 3-7 on Sunday. Training will be provided. Volunteers need to be 18 & over. | 313729 |
| Receptionist - Hospitality | Chicago | Receptionist and Hospitality at O'Hare Airport | Staff the front desk of the main office for Travelers Aid at O'Hare assisting travelers with social services needs - meeting vulnerable passengers such as refugees and international adoptees. Occasionally help with routine office tasks. Weekdays, 10-2 or 2-7. Volunteers need to be 18 & over in age. | 313731 |
| Special Skills Volunteer | Chicago | O'Hare Translator Position | The volunteer translator is a flexible position in which the volunteer may offer services from home and/or O’Hare. Translators fluent in Arabic, Mandarin Chinese, Russian or Polish are especially needed. The volunteer translator will be called on to translate Travelers Aid materials for non- English speaking travels and persons requesting information for upcoming travels through O’Hare. The volunteer will also be contacted to provide Protective Travel Service for vulnerable or at-risk travelers who need guidance, support or advocacy as they travel through O’Hare. These non-English speaking passengers may include: • Refugees • Passengers with special needs • Immigrants and first time international visitors • Recipients of humanitarian assistance and medical care Additionally, the volunteer translator may opt to take advantage of other ongoing, more regular volunteer positions such as roving volunteer, receptionist or information booth fill-in. Volunteer must be 18 yeas & older. | 331550 |
| Thrift Shops - Gift Shops - Resale Shops | Chicago | Thrift Shop Helpers | Support persons with autism, down syndrome & cerebral palsy by helping at area thrift shop. Volunteers to assist with unloading donations, sorting, pricing and displaying items, clerking and cashiering. Tuesday - Saturday 10- 5, Thursdays 1 pm - 8 pm. Volunteers must be 16 years & older. | 312852 |
| Bulk Mailers | Des Plaines | Bulk Mailing | Assist with quarterly bulk mailings, adhere labels and stuff envelopes for outgoing mail. Mornings from 9 a.m. until 12 noon or when finished. Will provide allowance for transportation. Volunteer must be 21 years & older. | 86098 |
| Child Care | Des Plaines | Child Care | Do you have experience in caring for children, have patience & love? Assist with childcare while parents attend special programs. 9 - 11 a.m., Mondays & Wednesdays, 6 p.m. - 8 p.m., Tuesdays & Thursdays. Training provided. Volunteer must be 16 years & older. | 38180 |
| Citizenship Program | Des Plaines | Clerical & Database Support | General administrative and clerical support needed 1 day a week for 4 hours. Must have some basic computer and data entry skill to enter information into Volunteer Impact Database. Flexible hours weekdays. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | 304406 |
| Clerical - Office Help | Des Plaines | Administrative Support | Local social services agency in need of volunteer with the following qualifications: typing & phone skills, ability to take direction & follow through, proof records of donation reports & prepare monthly reports for agency. Flexible schedule. Volunteer must be 16 years & older. | 37739 |
| Clerical - Office Help | Des Plaines | Office Assistant | Tired of Bingo? Like to talk on the phone or file reports in an office environment? Help provide office support by answering phones & doing light typing for area social services agency. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | 38350 |
| Computer - Data Entry | Des Plaines | Data Entry Assistance | Local social service agency needs assistance with data entry and office filing. Must be computer literate and have general clerical skills. Flexible schedule, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Training provided. Volunteer must be 16 years & older. | 37968 |
| Computer - Data Entry | Des Plaines | Teach Basic Computer Classes | We need computer literate volunteers to teach basic computer classes to individuals. Volunteers must be bi-lingual (English/Spanish). Prepare your own lesson plans for the classes. Class of 12 will be Monday, Wednesday, or Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. Computer aides also needed. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | 71807 |
| Computer - Data Entry | Des Plaines | Document Scanner | Are you familiar with a Lanier Scanner? If so we need you to scan our documents - must be able to stand for lengthy periods of time scanning. Will train if necessary. Days needed Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 1:15 - 2:45 pm. Mileage allowance provided. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | 291290 |
| Food Pantry | Des Plaines | Food Pantry Assistant | Self Help Closet and Food Pantry is in need of assistance 20 hours a week to sort & pack food items and check for expiration dates. Must be ale to do heavy lifting and make a long term commitment. Volunteer must 21 years & older. | 38389 |
| Food Pantry | Des Plaines | Drive - Food Pantry | Area food pantry needs a driver with a van or other large vehicle who is also capable of heavy lifting to pick up and transport food donations from various local sites to the pantry. Flexible hours, approx 5 hours per week. Volunteer must be 21 & older. | 262451 |
| Hospital Volunteers | Des Plaines | Hospital Helpers | Hospital assistance needed in all areas; mail distribution, urgent need for wheelchair transporters, receptionist, running errands, lobby assistance, help with scheduling, passing out dietary menus, office support, etc. 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., Monday - Friday and volunteers must be 18 years and older. | 37935 |
| Literacy Programs | Des Plaines | Help lead a beginners English class | Help lead a beginners English class, 9 - 11 a.m., Mondays & Wednesdays, 6 - 8 p.m., Tuesdays & Thursdays. Must speak fluent English, no degree required, on the job training. Volunteer must be 21 years & older. | 38181 |
| Nursing Homes | Des Plaines | Wheelchair Transportation | Wheelchair transporters for the following departments: physical therapy, pastoral care, beauty shop, bingo & Saturday evening Mass. Monday - Sunday, flexible times. Volunteers must be 55 years & older. | 37773 |
| Nursing Homes | Des Plaines | Storytellers | Assist the director on dementia unit with reading, storytelling & other activities on weekends, weekdays. Flexible schedule. Volunteers must be 55 years & older. | 37815 |
| Nursing Homes | Des Plaines | Activity Director Planning Assistant | Assist the activity director at this nursing and rehab center to create, update and post a calendar of activities and more. Tasks will vary. Volunteer age 55 and over. | 79883 |
| Senior Centers | Des Plaines | Senior Center Assistance | Numerous volunteers to help with the many activities at this senior center: receptionist, trip assistant, proof reader, shopper, photographer, clerical, bingo caller, food server, hook up of companion services. Flexible hours. Volunteer must be 55 years & older. | 315003 |
| Senior Friendly Visitors | Des Plaines | Activity Assistants | Residents would love some additional attention with their activities during the day. Assist with crochet classes, putting puzzles together, playing bingo, selling from the "rolling store" cart on Friday mornings and much more. Volunteers age 55 and over. | 79884 |
| Serve Food | Des Plaines | Volunteers for Community Dinner/Soup Kitchen | Friendly outgoing volunteers needed for a weekly community dinner open to everyone at no charge, Mondays, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Help prepare & serve the meals, seek out supplies, clean up, etc. . Monetary and food donations accepted for this community outreach program. Volunteers must be 14 years and older. | 73488 |
| Serve Food | Des Plaines | Chef's Needed | ALL POSITIONS HAVE BEEN CURRENTLY FILLED FOR THIS NEED. Share your cooking skills by planning, purchasing, preparing and serving Monday night community dinner for 60 - 80 people from 2 - 7 pm. Cooks can commit to 1 Monday night a month, groups are welcome to participate. Groups welcome. Volunteer must be 21 years & older. | 103562 |
| Thrift Shops - Gift Shops - Resale Shops | Des Plaines | Hospital Gift Shop | Do you enjoy retail sales? Then this is the opportunity for you. Lobby gift cart needs volunteers Monday through Friday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Flexible morning or afternoon shifts available. Volunteer must be 18 years and older. | 37891 |
| Mentoring - Adults | DesPlaines | Home Delivered Meals Driver | Drivers to deliver meals in Park Ridge and unincorporated Des Plaines during the noon hour. Meals are delivered Monday - Friday only. Use of own car is required. Volunteer must be 55 years & older. | 92993 |
| Schools - Mentors | DesPlaines | Tutor for English Language Learner Students | First grader teacher needs several volunteers to help english language learning student. Speak and share the rich complexity of the native English language one on one or with a group of 2 to 3 students. | 314876 |
| Senior Citizens Assistance | DesPlaines | Activity Assistant | Older Adult Day Services facility is looking for volunteers to assist with bingo, board games, serving food to clients in early stages of dementia. Help also is needed with filing and paper work. 7 am - 5:30 pm, Monday - Friday. Volunteer must be 55 years & older. | 92992 |
| Serve Food | DesPlaines | Classroom Aide/Tutor | Provide young students with some individual time, attention and motivation to help them improve in their academic skills. One hour a week can make a difference in a child's desire to learn. Math tutor needed Tues am., reading tutors Tues ,Wed, Thurs. afternoons. | 280721 |
| Tutoring | DesPlaines | Tutors for Needy Readers | Participate in an after school program for 30 middle school students unable to read fluently.Training will be provided by a literacy specialist with ongoing support. Volunteers are needed to fill one-to-one reading instruction tutor positions for a struggling reader immediately. Program will run Tues-Thurs. from 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.. Choose one or more days a week to help. | 317735 |
| Hospice - Respite | Elgin | Hospice Support | Provide emotional support, companionship, socialization, respite, and practical support like shopping and errand running to hospice patients and their families. Comprehensive 2 days training, background checks, references, confidentiality and TB testing. There are 6 counties in NE Illinois that are covered with this program, they are: Boone, McHenry, Lake, NW DuPage and Cook. They partner with Sherman, NW Community and Alexian Brothers Hospitals. Volunteers must be 18 years & older. | 288411 |
| Hospice - Respite | Elgin | Visitations to hospice patients | Compassionate volunteers are needed to assist in offering quality life for terminally ill patients and their families for direct patient visits in nursing homes. Hospice training is provided - will work with your schedule. Volunteers must be 16 years & older. | 316947 |
| Hospice - Respite | Elgin | Bereavement Support | Provide emotional support during bereavement of lost loved ones for a hospice program. Volunteers would be making periodic phone calls, assist with support groups and /or memorial services and mailings. For ages 18 and over | 317738 |
| Hospital Volunteers | Elgin | Gift Shop Helpers | Gift shop volunteers needed at area hospital. Assist customers and work the cash register. Must be able to stand, be friendly and able to volunteer for a 4 hour shift. Mornings and afternoons available, flexible schedule. Volunteers must be 16 years & older. | 330551 |
| Hospital Volunteers | Elgin | Hospital Inforamtion Desk | Local hospital needs volunteers to help at the information desk. Must be friendly, helpful; duties include escorting/walking visitors, computer skills and able to volunteer for 4 hours a week. Morning and afternoon shifts available, flexible schedule. Volunteer must be 16 years & older. | 330553 |
| Clerical - Office Help | Elk Grove Village | Clerical Assistants | THIS OPPORTUNITY IS CURRENTLY FILLED. Center for community mental health and senior services is in need of clerical volunteers. Commit to 3 - 4 hours per week making phone calls for quotes, to clients receiving services, general clerical work, mailings & data entry on "Donor Perfect" software. Volunteer must be 16 years & older. | 96926 |
| Donation Drive | Elk Grove Village | Collection Drive for HIV/AIDS | Collection drives needed for non perishable food items and personal care items to help low-income people impacted by HIV / AIDS. Make it a event! Make it a Challenge! Make it Thoughtful! Great project for groups. Donation can be picked up or drop off at the site. | 252099 |
| Food Pantry | Elk Grove Village | Food Pantry Assistance | Sort and pack food donations in a warehouse in Elk Grove Village for HIV/AIDS clients from 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. on 1st & 3rd Tuesdays. Volunteer must be 15 years & older. | 57770 |
| Fund-Raising Projects | Elk Grove Village | Special Events Committee | Special events volunteers needed to serve on committees for golf outings, fashion show or walks. Job includes planning, soliciting support and recruiting attendees. Event are to benefit social service organization that serves people with mental illness and seniors. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | 73689 |
| Fund-Raising Projects | Elk Grove Village | Raise Money! | Do you like to ask for donations? Looking for 5 volunteers to solicit $1000 in donations from local businesses to support the 2010 Walk for the Mental Health of It. (This is a special "Squad" of solicitors, separate from the Walk Committee that seeks to recruit as many walkers as possible). Other openings on the Walk Committee, Golf and Fashion Show Committees. Volunteers must be 18 years & older. | 287998 |
| Hospice - Respite | Elk Grove Village | Hospice Support | Provide emotional support, companionship, socialization, respite, and practical support like shopping and errand running to hospice patients and their families. Comprehensive 2 days training, background checks, references, confidentiality and TB testing. There are 6 counties in NE Illinois that are covered with this program, they are: Boone, McHenry, Lake, NW DuPage and Cook. They partner with Sherman, NW Community and Alexian Brothers Hospitals. Volunteers must be 18 years & older. | 288403 |
| Hospital Volunteers | Elk Grove Village | Hospital - Crafts & Sewing | Work with a fun group of ladies every Wednesday morning making baby hats & blankets, crafts, sewing, & help with future craft shows. Age 16 & over | 37710 |
| Hospital Volunteers | Elk Grove Village | Hospital - Clerical & Reception | Provide office or phone support at area hospital, flexible hours and days. An application form will be mailed to you, an appointment will be scheduled for a personal interview to find a good match between your talents, interest & time. Age 16 & over | 38346 |
| Meals on Wheels Programs | Elk Grove Village | Meals on Wheels | Elk Grove & Schaumburg Townships need Meals-on-Wheels drivers during the noon hours to deliver meals to elderly shut-ins and the disabled. Weekdays for 1 to 1 1/2 hours. Volunteers must be 21 years and older. | 38202 |
| Meals on Wheels Programs | Elk Grove Village | Meals on Wheels | Elk Grove & Schaumburg Townships need Meals-on-Wheels drivers during the noon hours to deliver meals to elderly shut-ins and the disabled. Weekdays for 1 to 1 1/2 hours. Volunteers must be 21 years and older. | 315839 |
| Mentally and-or Physically Challenged | Elk Grove Village | Friendship Volunteer | Visit weekly with an adult struggling with mental illness. Spend time together in the community to build confidence, practice social skills. Training and support available, commit to one year. Volunteers must be 21 years and older. | 43388 |
| Mentally and-or Physically Challenged | Elk Grove Village | Walk for Mental Health | Walk for the Mental Health of It! The fun begins at 8 a.m. and lasts until noon on Saturday, May 8, at Busse Woods in Elk Grove Village. Committee meets monthly from now until May 2010. Assist with set up, registration, refreshments, water stops, clean up, etc. | 74097 |
| Senior Centers | Elk Grove Village | Adult Center Member | Whatever your talent or interests there is a spot for you on the volunteer staff at this adult center. Volunteers age 55 and over. | 45395 |
| Senior Citizens Assistance | Elk Grove Village | Senior Advocates | Senior Advocates ("Red Tape Cutters") needed to help clients fill out applications for benefits. Make house calls or help in our office making phone calls, photocopies, mailings & research information. Monday-Friday, flexible hours. Volunteer must be 21 years and older. | 37784 |
| Senior Citizens Assistance | Elk Grove Village | Money Management Volunteers | Money management volunteers help with household finances-writing checks, paying bills, budgeting, etc in client's home or agency office. Training provided by AARP. Flexible schedule.Volunteer must be 21 years and older. | 37811 |
| Senior Citizens Assistance | Elk Grove Village | Tradespersons/Handypersons | Carpenters, electricians, plumbers, handypersons - needed for occasional help for senior clients who are frail and living alone, and who may need occasional help with chores and small fix-ups. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | 48350 |
| Shoppers for Shut-Ins | Elk Grove Village | Like To Shop? Help a Shut - In Senior | Shop for groceries and other necessities by picking up a list and the money from clients who have no transportation or can't get around easily. This opportunity will work with your schedule and the volunteer must be 18 years and older. | 45761 |
| Special Skills Volunteer | Elk Grove Village | Advocate /market for client job placements | Use your sales/marketing skills to cultivate relationships with potential employers to engage them to work with clients with a history of mental illness who are ready for employment. Develop vocational program's marketing strategy to promote clients who have a history of mental illness and are ready for employment. Work with Kenneth Young Center Vocational Program to promote KYC and their clients in a positive and professional way. Volunteer must be 21 years & older. | 305884 |
| Transportation Services | Elk Grove Village | Transportation Services - Deliver Food | Urgent need for drivers to deliver prepared food boxes or bags of groceries to HIV/AIDS clients homes on Saturday mornings from 9 a..m. to 12 noon twice a month. Each driver would deliver to 4 -8 clients. routes are mapped out so they are one after another in the suburbs. Must have drivers license and insurance. Must be 18 years of age or older. | 81292 |
| Clerical - Office Help | Evanston | Administrative Support | Provide assistance with administrative projects, answer phones, data entry, photocopying, mailings, and technical support for an Evanston outreach youth organization. Volunteers age 55 and over. | 37821 |
| Clerical - Office Help | Evanston | Support Staff | Help social benefits office with reiminder phone calls to clients to remind them of their hearing appointment and complete a form to document the call. Assigment requires 2-4 hours a week. Volunteers age 55 and over. | 38408 |
| Conservation - Nature Centers | Evanston | Gardener, Native American Medicinal Garden | Maintain garden and develop as necessary. Possibly teach and lead demonstrations. Improve appearance of garden with a goal of expanding the museum outside into the garden. | 288039 |
| Fund-Raising Projects | Evanston | 5K Run and Walk Fundraiser Committee Member | Description: At Rimland Services, NFP we are dedicated to supporting adults with Autism through our Developmental Training Workshop as well as our Residential homes. Planning a 5K fundraiser will take time, dedication, & a passion for our organization’s purpose & mission. If you would like to assist us please read how you can help. How You Can Help: We have 5 committees each equally important in making our 5K fundraiser a successful event. We are seeking individuals to manage and assist us in the areas of Securing Sponsors, Recruiting Runners & Walkers, Recruiting & Managing Volunteers, Advertising, Marketing & Public Relations, & Logistics. We will be meeting in the evening once every other week till the date of our event. If any of the previously listed areas are of interest to you, please contact Carolyn Zak, Public Relations Coordinator @ (847) 328-4090 Ext. 227. Benefits: If you have prior experience in Securing Sponsors, Recruiting Runners & Walkers, Recruiting & Managing Volunteers, Advertising, Marketing & Public Relations, & Logistics; and are looking to gain leadership experience, this is a great opportunity for you. For those who have no prior experience, and are looking to gain knowledge & skills, take advantage of this resume boosting opportunity. We will gladly write letters of recommendation for all our dedicated Volunteer Committee Members. Position Description Position Title: (Title of the Event) Volunteer Committee Member Reports To: Carolyn Zak, Public Relations Coordinator Overview of Position: We have 5 committees each equally important in making our 5K fundraiser a successful event. We are seeking individuals to manage and assist us in the areas of Securing Sponsors, Recruiting Runners & Walkers, Recruiting & Managing Volunteers, Advertising, Marketing, & Public Relations, & Logistics. Specific Tasks: The individual tasks will vary depending on the committee you are interested in working in. Please contact Carolyn Zak, Public Relations Coordinator (847) 328-4090 Ext. 227. for detailed descriptions. Time Required: We are planning our 5K for late summer 2010 /early fall 2010, so we will be meeting once every other week until the day of our event. Once we near closer to the event, you may be asked to volunteer more frequently to ensure we accomplish all that is necessary to have a successful fundraiser. Qualifications: No qualifications are required; this is a great opportunity to build new skills. Physical/ Age Requirements: 18 years of age & older. Experience: No experience is required. Training Required: No trainings are required for this volunteer position. Benefits to the Volunteer: If you have prior experience in Securing Sponsors, Recruiting Runners & Walkers, Recruiting & Managing Volunteers, Advertising, Marketing & Public Relations, & Logistics; and are looking to gain leadership experience, this is a great opportunity for you. For those who have no prior experience, and are looking to gain knowledge & skills, take advantage of this resume boosting opportunity. We will gladly write letters of recommendation for all our dedicated Volunteer Committee Members. | 332849 |
| Homeless | Evanston | Hilda's Place or Entry Point Direct Service Volunteer | Volunteers are needed during the shelter's evening hours and the Outreach Program's Drop-In Hours. Volunteers should be eager to connect with program participants and perform necessary activities such as answering the door, organizing toiletries and helping participants secure clothing, etc. | 287934 |
| Homeless | Evanston | Hilda's Place Meal Provider | We are looking for groups of at least four volunteers to prepare and serve breakfast and dinner to Hilda's Place residents. Though not required, it is greatly appreciated when volunteers provide the food for the meal. | 287935 |
| Receptionist - Hospitality | Evanston | Volunteer Museum Assistant | Greet visitors at this native American Indian museum, provide orientation to visitors, answer questions on the phone, maintain museum flyers, and list of special events, make copies when necessary. Option to work in gift shop. | 265668 |
| Receptionist - Hospitality | Evanston | Docent | Lead school and individual group tours through permanent and temporary exhibits. Educate guests of museum on Native American history and artifact significance. Answer questions related to Native American History and exhibits. Help to make American-Indian inspired crafts. Training scheduled February 24 through March 17, 2010. Age 55 and older | 288035 |
| Receptionist - Hospitality | Evanston | Exhibit Design and Maintenance | Work with Museum Collection Supervisor to set up and clean displays as needed. Also maintain lighting and display area. | 288036 |
| Receptionist - Hospitality | Evanston | Assistant Librarian | Manage and catalog secondary sources (books and movies). Cull selection as new selections come in. | 288041 |
| Thrift Shops - Gift Shops - Resale Shops | Evanston | Customer Service/Sales Associate | Help customers find gifts and ring them up, share mission of Then Thousand Villages, restock shelves. | 290190 |
| Blood Drive and Related | Franklin Park | Brighten Lives Of Area Patients By Caring For Donors At Community Blood Drives | Help us brighten lives for area patients by providing a positive, rewarding experience for donors at community blood drives that are held at businesses and community groups. Responsibilities include: welcoming donors to the blood drive and managing the refreshment area as well as other duties. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | 304677 |
| Fund-Raising Projects | Geneva | Join our Auxiliary and Make a Difference | Our Auxiliary is currently seeking new members to plan special events to raise funds for individuals with severe & profound developmental disabilities. Our meetings are held on the last Tuesday of every month at 7:30 p.m. Volunteers must be 55 years and older. | 37758 |
| Hospital Volunteers | Glendale Heights | Information Desk Greeter | Greet visitors, give directions, and escort patients throughout hospital at this information desk. Sunday - Saturday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., sign in patients in ER, Mon - Fri 3 - 8 p.m. & Lobby reception help -Mon, Tues, & Thurs & Fri, 5:30 - 9 p.m. Volunteers age 55 and over. | 37846 |
| Hospital Volunteers | Glendale Heights | Hospital Office Assistant | Assist volunteer coordinator at this hospital with mailings, stuffing of staff mailboxes, filing or any various office functions, weekdays 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Volunteers age 55 and over. | 37848 |
| Hospital Volunteers | Glendale Heights | Hospital Helpers | Hospital ICU requests help with transportation of patients, filing, stocking fill cabinets and laboratory runs. Sunday - Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Volunteer must be 55 years & older | 258512 |
| Hospital Volunteers | Glendale Heights | Hospital - Dietary Aides | Assist in Hospital's dietary department, help by serving in cafeteria Mon - Fri 11:00 -1:30 p.m.; pass trays in surgery unit at noon and 12:30 p.m; or help with clean up of dishes and tables. Volunteer must be 55 years & older. | 258513 |
| Hospital Volunteers | Glendale Heights | Hospital Volunteers | Central supply at Adventist Glen Oaks Hospital needs help stocking shelves and running errands. Sunday - Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Volunteer must be 55 years & older. | 258514 |
| Hospital Volunteers | Glendale Heights | Special Additions Birth Center Aide | Birth center in hospital needs assistance with answering of phones, buzzing patients in and out, distributing food trays, and marking charts. Volunteer must be 55 years & older. | 262627 |
| Thrift Shops - Gift Shops - Resale Shops | Glendale Heights | Gift Shop Salesperson | Assist shoppers, operate cash register, shelve supplies, answer phones and blow up balloons in a lovely hospital gift shop. Volunteers age 55 and over. | 45695 |
| Blood Drive and Related | Glenview | Do a Good Deed and Help With One Day Blood Drives! | Help with one-day blood drives that are held at area places of business or schools.You will be greeting and registering donors, serving refreshments, helping the staff watch for adverse reactions, etc. This is a great opportunity for small groups or individuals 18 years and older. | 38365 |
| Blood Drive and Related | Glenview | Transport Blood Products to Area Hospitals | Enjoy driving? Help transport blood products to area hospitals using company vehicles. You must be able to lift 50 lbs and have a clean driving record and be 18 years and older. We need help Monday - Saturday, 4 hour shifts, day or evening hours. | 48730 |
| Blood Drive and Related | Glenview | Brighten Lives Of Area Patients By Caring For Donors At Community Blood Drives | Help us brighten lives for area patients by providing a positive, rewarding experience for donors at community blood drives that are held at businesses and community groups. Responsibilities include: welcoming donors to the blood drive and managing the refreshment area as well as other duties. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | 254979 |
| Blood Drive and Related | Glenview | Life…It’s In You! Creating Connections…Saving Lives | We need your help to assist donors who are eager to help patients in need of a Bone Marrow Transplant. Each month we conduct donor drives….some coordinated on behalf of individual patients. You can help harness and direct the outpouring of concern and goodwill that these situations inspire by assisting at National Bone Marrow events right in your own community and throughout Chicagoland. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | 256741 |
| Blood Drive and Related | Glenview | Brighten Lives Of Area Patients By Caring For High School Students At Community Blood Drives | Help us brighten lives for area patients by providing a positive, rewarding experience for high school donors at blood drives that are held local high schools throughout the community. Responsibilities include: welcoming donors to the blood drive and managing the refreshment area as well as other duties. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | 287875 |
| Childrens Activities | Glenview | Birthday Party Story Reader | Interact with costumed "character" volunteer at children's birthday parties as the story reader at this hands on children's museum. Reader must be animated, have a strong voice that can project easily and be good at reading aloud to a large group of children and adults. | 338770 |
| Clerical - Office Help | Glenview | Member & Guest Services Support | Member and Guest Services department of a children's museum is seeking a volunteer to take the responsibility for organizing chaos of these two departments filing. Once caught up, be responsible for keeping the staff filing in order, with just one or two hours per week. | 338779 |
| Conservation - Nature Centers | Glenview | Help the restoration team work on the land | Help the restoration team collect seeds or remove non-native invasive plants to make way for native wildflowers, grasses and trees. Age 16 & older. Activities on Wednesday and Friday, Saturdays beginning at 9:00 a.m. March 13, April 10, May 8 and June 5 in 2010. | 71779 |
| Thrift Shops - Gift Shops - Resale Shops | Glenview | Gift Store Attendant | Cashier and gift store attendant to sell a variety of items for children and the nature enthusiast including books, candles, sun catchers, t-shirts and seasonal items. Volunteers age 55 and over. | 45971 |
| Blood Drive and Related | Great Lakes | Department Of Defense Mobile Blood Drive Volunteer | Help brighten lives and support the men and women who so courageously serve us and our country at Department of Defense blood drives. These young people are donating blood to meet the needs of Chicagoland patients while in training at Great Lakes Naval Base. Responsibilities include: welcoming donors to the blood drive and managing the refreshment area as well as other duties. Volunteers must be 18 years & older. | 254978 |
| Special Skills Volunteer | Hanover Park | Volunteer Coordinator | Are you a people person? A local Twp needs a volunteer coordinator to help schedule auxiliary staff for Food Pantry as well as administrative duties for 20 hours per week. Excellent communication and organizational skills are a must for 18 years and older. A long term commitment is required. | 331063 |
| Bulk Mailers | Hoffman Estates | Newsletter Mailing for the Disabled | Township Disabled Services department in need of assistance with newsletter mailing every other month from noon - 3 p.m., days vary. Ages 16 & over | 37708 |
| Drop-In Youth Centers | Hoffman Estates | Youth Drop-in Center Assistant | Teen Center volunteers for drop-in center, Monday - Friday, 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Assist staff with supervision, encouragement & support. Flexible schedule, training provided and a commitment of 4 months required. Volunteer must be 17 years & older. | 37908 |
| Mentally and-or Physically Challenged | Hoffman Estates | Event Coordinator for the Disabled | Tired of Bingo? Like to plan parties? Put your skills to work by planning and hosting parties or special events for area disabled residents. Ages 18 & over | 38206 |
| Nursing Homes | Hoffman Estates | Men's Club Coordinator | Men's club coordinator to schedule activities geared to residents interests. Plan activities, organize card games, schedule speakers. This is a fun and activity community. Men's Club meets every Friday 10:00a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Age 55 and over. | 299100 |
| Nursing Homes | Hoffman Estates | Activity Aide | Assist residents of this senior living facility with various craft activities, call bingo, work in their gift shop, or supervise the lending of materials from the craft room including music, craft items, and reading materials. Also, a piano player to perform and entertain residents once a month is very desirable. Age 55 and over. | 299103 |
| Senior Citizens Assistance | Hoffman Estates | Snow Shoveling for Seniors | Looking for a few "Snow Angels" to shovel sidewalks for seniors and person with disabilities in the Schaumburg and Hoffman Estates area. Volunteers must be 16 years & older. | 251726 |
| Senior Citizens Assistance | Hoffman Estates | Grocery shopper | Help senior and disabled shut-ins in the Schaumburg Township area by grocery shopping for them, become a friendly visitor or help with occasional handyman jobs. Flexible schedule. Volunteer must be 16 years & older. | 255083 |
| Conservation - Nature Centers | Itasca | Docents | Serve nature center visitors and public groups to maintain high quality of education and promote raptor conservation. Docents assist with the raptors, at special events, with environmental education programs, and as a front desk assistant. Volunteer must be 55 years & older. | 45840 |
| Schools - Mentors | Itasca | Educate Young People Through Junior Achievement | Inspire and educate young people to learn the economics of life by volunteering through Junior Achievement. One hour a week for 5 - 10 weeks during school hours, flexible hours and schools in the NW Suburbs & Chicagoland area. Training provided. Volunteers must be 18 years and older | 38189 |
| Maintenance | Libertyville | Painting - Maintenance | Residential agency serving the handicapped in need of volunteers to paint the inside or outside of buildings, located in the Libertyville area, Monday - Friday, 9 am - 4 pm. Groups welcome. Age 16 & over | 266301 |
| Clerical - Office Help | Lisle | General Office Assistance | MADD local office in Lisle needs assistance is stuffing envelopes or preparing for special mailings, updating and organizing information & making phone calls. Spend 1 hour a week or more if desired , weekdays from 9:30 - 2:30. Some of the work may be done at your home. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | 264232 |
| Clerical - Office Help | Lisle | Office Assistance | Local MADD office in Lisle needs help to prepare materials for the public by affixing local informational labels and organizing them in the storage area so that they will be ready for the next event for fair. The time will vary according to the material needing to be assembled, usually about 1 - 3 hours on a as needed basis. Individuals, teams and families are welcome. Work can be taken home and returned when completed. Office hours are weekdays, 9:30 - 2:30. Volunteers must be 12 years & older. | 264235 |
| Law Enforcement | Lisle | MADD Police Liaison | Help maintain ongoing relationship with police contacts, provide MADD materials as necessary, approximately 1 - 2 hours per week. Connection to law enforcement is a plus. Must provide own transportation, mileage is reimbursed. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | 264239 |
| Law Enforcement | Lisle | Roadside Safety Check | Assist Police with roadside safety checks for MADD. Support is needed periodically around the holidays, ie. St. Patrick's Day, Thanksgiving & Memorial Day. Check begin around 10 pm. Volunteer must be 21 years & older. | 264240 |
| Special Skills Volunteer | Lisle | MADD Representative at Events & Fairs | Attend health, wellness and safety fairs and other events put on by localities, schools, etc. Supervise the distribution of MADD informational materials and give aways . Spend 2 - 4 hours at each event/fair. Basic knowledge of MADD material is a plus. Transportation to site is the responsibility of the volunteer, mileage is reimbursable. Parents are welcome to bring children along. Volunteer must be 18 years or older. | 264225 |
| Special Skills Volunteer | Lisle | Speakers Bureau | MADD Victim Speakers needed to speak at area schools or Victim Impact Panels for offenders. This usually takes 1 -2 hours per speaking engagement. Speaker can choose the event they are willing to attend. Speaker must be able to speak to groups ranging in size, age and experience. Must be able to provide own transportation, mileage will be reimbursed. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | 264238 |
| Special Skills Volunteer | Lisle | DUI Victims Advocate | Victim Advocates give support to DUI crash survivors and families, including emotional support, information, referrals and court assistance. Training is required and is held in Dallas, Texas for a weekend, you will be reimbursed for all travel and expenses. Daytime availability is a plus, though not required. Volunteer must be 21 years & older. | 264247 |
| Clerical - Office Help | Lombard | Administrative Assistants | Assist with a variety of office assignments to benefit area hospice care office in Lombard. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday - Friday, . Willing to work with your schedule. Volunteer must be 16 years & older. | 38352 |
| Hospice - Respite | Morton Grove | Patient Visitor | Help to comfort and provide kindness to patients at the end of their lifetime. Visit and provide conversation with patients, read a book, allow a family member time to shop or attend a leisure activity, or share your musical talent. Six month time commitment, 6 hours basic training required, plus an additional 4 hours and annual updates. | 313170 |
| Clerical - Office Help | Mount Prospect | Clerical & Phone Support | Provide office or phone support for an organization that aids low income and homeless individuals and families, flexible hours and days. Volunteers must be 16 years & older. | 38348 |
| Computer - Data Entry | Mount Prospect | Data Entry | Data Entry operator needed 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., weekdays. Commitment of 4 hours per week. Must be detail oriented, computer literacy helpful. Must be able to work independently, accuracy is extremely important and have a minimum of high school diploma. Volunteers must be 18 years & older. | 37698 |
| Computer - Data Entry | Mount Prospect | Webmaster | Do you enjoy working with computers? Social service agency is looking for someone to help maintain their website on a regular basis. You must be experienced and have the ability to access and update pertinent information. Volunteer must be 21 years and older. | 72820 |
| Food Pantry | Mount Prospect | Organize Food Pantry | Sort and organize food pantry, for self help agency, on ongoing basis. Pantry is open Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Volunteers must be 14 years & older. | 37755 |
| Fund-Raising Projects | Mount Prospect | Fundraising & Development Assistant | Development Assistant needed to assist in fundraising & volunteer efforts in a fast paced-highly visible department for self help agency. Must have basic knowledge of Word, Excel, Publisher, good organization, public relations & marketing skills. Volunteers must be 21 years & older. | 37702 |
| Special Skills Volunteer | Mount Prospect | Professional Services | Community sponsor needed to provide professional services to one to three individuals per year at no cost or reduced fee. This position includes, but not limited to, mechanics, dentists, accountants, attorneys, medical personnel, etc. Volunteers must be 21 years & older. | 37703 |
| Tutoring | Mount Prospect | High School or Middle School Tutor/Mentor | Make a difference in the life of a High School or Middle School student. We are searching for individuals to volunteer in our after-school tutoring/mentoring program. Help students complete their homework and learn study skills. VOLUNTEERS ARE ASKED TO SELECT ONE DAY THAT THEY CAN COME IN FOR A "COME AND SEE EXPERIENCE". Volunteers are needed Monday through Friday from 3:15 until 7PM. Volunteers are also encouraged to participate in game time (basketball, pool, foosball, air hockey, arcade games) with the students, from 4:30 to 5:00. Volunteers must be 15 years & older. | 38437 |
| Schools - Mentors | Mt. Prospect | Reading Partner | Be an intergenerational volunteer in your local schools. We need volunteers to make sure that the younger generation can read before they enter the next grade. Volunteers 55 and older. | 73559 |
| Schools - Mentors | Mt. Prospect | Reading Partner | Put a smile on the face of a child when you work with him/her to learn to read. When a child discovers they can read words, it will brighten their day and yours. Volunteers 55 and over. | 73760 |
| Special Skills Volunteer | Niles | Tax-Aide | Tax-Aides needed to provide free tax preparation to low and middle income taxpayers with attention to those age 60 and older. Electronic filings and online counseling services provided in accordance with IRS guidelines. Training by AARP. Volunteer must be 55 years & older. | 87278 |
| Childrens Activities | Northbrook | Intergenerational Volunteer | Rock or feed babies, play games, read stories, or enrich the teacher's planned activities at this child care and early learning center for infants to age 6. Volunteers age 55 and over. | 45829 |
| Donation Drive | Northbrook | Snow Blower Donations | Moving out of the area or into a condo. Donate your snow blower to an organization that provides educational and vocational services to persons with developmental disabilities. Must be in good working condition. All makes and sizes welcome. | 326727 |
| Maintenance | Northbrook | Remodeling Help | We are in need of qualified plumbers and carpenters to help with redecorating and special projects for an agency serving special needs individuals. Project may be completed weekdays between the hours of 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Volunteer must be 21 years & older. | 74039 |
| Blood Drive and Related | Oak Park | Help Us Save Lives! | Help us save lives in your community! A local community group hosts blood donations on Mondays. These generous donors positively impact cancer patients, trauma patients and many, many more. We need you to let them know how special they truly are. Responsibilities include welcoming donors, donor care and appreciation, education and refreshments. Volunteer must be 16 years & older. | 315291 |
| Alzheimers Related Disorders | Palatine | Adult Day Care Assistant | The Caring Hearts Adult Day program is looking for a patient, compassionate, and friendly person to work with clients with mild to moderate memory loss in a social group setting. Assistant will help with arts & crafts, games, lunchtime and interact with clients. This opportunity is a lot of fun!! A center staff member is always with the volunteer during sessions. Group meets 11 am - 3 pm, Monday - Thursday. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | 37705 |
| Board of Directors | Palatine | Board of Directors | For human service organization serving children & adults who are developmentally disabled. Expertise in; fundraising, human resources, public relations, marketing, legal areas, strategic planning or management skills. 3rd Wednesday, 4:30 - 6 p.m. Volunteers must be 21 years & older. | 37973 |
| Child Care | Palatine | Childcare | Are you that special person that loves children? Assist with child care for our parent classes for 2 1/2 hours weekly in the evening for 7 weeks at a time. Commit to once a week for the 7 weeks. Volunteer must be 16 years and older. | 38159 |
| Clerical - Office Help | Palatine | Clerical Assistance | Remember how much you liked to play administrative assistant? Youth & Family Services agency is in need of a office clerical assistant. Assist with filing, copying, possible basic word processing and proof reading. Commit to 2 - 4 hours a week, but hours may vary. Volunteers must be 18 & older. | 38277 |
| Clerical - Office Help | Palatine | Intake coordinator (Bilingual very welcomed) | Intake coordinator needed for organization that supports women facing issues related to pregnancy and early childhood challenges. Flexible weekly or by monthly hours; four hour shifts. Training offered one time a year only. Orientation and training provided. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | 38314 |
| Clerical - Office Help | Palatine | Clerical Office Assistance | Looking to help an organization that helps women who are in need? WINGS Program is looking for a volunteer to help in a fun and busy office!! You would be assisting callers and visitors to our administrative office, and helping with an array of projects including making sponsor packets, copying, mailings, getting ready for special events. Depending on your skills and interests, there are also opportunities to help with computer projects or writing. 4 hours a week, daytime hours, very flexible schedule. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | 322077 |
| Disaster Relief | Palatine | CERT Training | Are you Ready to Respond in a disaster? Community Emergency Response Training Free 20 hour Course, available to Palatine residents(space allows, surrounding Communities) Next training will begin in May. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | 42202 |
| Disaster Relief | Palatine | Medical Reserve Corp | Volunteer health professionals are needed on the Palatine Medical Reserve Corp. Volunteers will be assisting local 1st responders during a disaster and be available resource to help the community with public health needs. Various committees are available. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | 256281 |
| Donation Drive | Palatine | Donations for Newborns Needed | Counseling center for pregnant women and young mothers are in need of diapers, sizes 1 - 5, new baby bottles, all kinds of formula - especially Enfamil, baby shampoo, lotion, wipes, gently used clothes 0 to 6x, $10.00 each gift certificates to Jewel & Dominick's. Open to all ages. | 38264 |
| Donation Drive | Palatine | Help collect donations! | Remember how much you liked to play store? Help collect non-perishable food items, including household goods,such as paper goods - paper plates, cups, napkins, tablecloths, plastic silverware, forks, knives & spoons. Plan a clothing and gift certificate drive - items needed are men's and women's underwear, socks, and jeans of all sizes. Sleeping bags are also needed. Toiletries, toothbrushes and tooth paste, disposable razors and small cans of shaving cream and gift certificates to area fast food restaurants or discount stores. Great opportunity for groups, schools, individuals or community groups. Open to all ages. | 38279 |
| Donation Drive | Palatine | Donation Drive and "Philanthro-party!" | Do you want to volunteer, but feel like you are already too busy? Hold a donation drive to benefit needy women and children! We provide support; you get your friends, family, coworkers, or faith community members involved! It is easy and fun! We provide a list of needed items (food pantry or toiletry items), or seasonal items (like Christmas gifts, winter coats, school supplies, toys for the shelter, etc). Some volunteers get very creative and turn a party into philanthropy, which is a lot of fun for you and your guests. Others just find a big cardboard box and put it in their office to collect supplies from coworkers, which is very easy! It is a great way to make a big difference in the lives of women and children! | 45651 |
| Donation Drive | Palatine | Winter Coat Donation Drive | The cold winter months will be approaching before we know it, a counseling center for pregnant women are in urgent need for coats infants and children sizes thru size 6 for the season later this year. New or gently used would be appreciated. Open to all ages. | 251159 |
| Food Pantry | Palatine | Donation Coordinator | Donations Coordinator to work with staff and volunteers to coordinate and stock clothing, food pantry items and personal care items that are donated for the homeless. Flexible weekday schedule. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | 298363 |
| Fund-Raising Projects | Palatine | Plan a Fundraising Project | Do you like to make things happen? Social service agency is looking for help to plan fundraisers, golf outing, dinner dance/auction. Activities include securing auction items, sponsorships, decorating & committee leadership. Volunteers must be 18 years & older. | 38132 |
| Fund-Raising Projects | Palatine | Corporate Fundraising Projects | Be part of a Corporate Committee and develop plans and materials for cultivating corporate donors for social services agency. The Corporate Committee gives volunteers a great way to network and meet key business leaders. Volunteers must be 21 years & older. | 38469 |
| Fund-Raising Projects | Palatine | Fund Raising | A fun way to get involved with a social service agency is by being part of the "Friends Committee" & coordinating volunteers at community events & festivals and planning activities to increase the volunteer pool. Meetings held monthly in evening. Volunteers must be 21 years & older. | 38470 |
| Fund-Raising Projects | Palatine | Interested in Selling the Next Picasso or Van Gogh? | Be a sales representative to market and sell the art work of persons with disabilities at craft shows, fund raising events, open houses. Your responsibility is to set up the display, sell the items, account for the cash and inventory. Each assignment will take approximately 3 hours. Volunteer must be 21 years and over. | 48742 |
| Fund-Raising Projects | Palatine | Special Events Committee | Please help Countryside plan their yearly fundraising event. These opportunities include a book review, walk-a-thon, chef's night and dinner & dancing. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | 81430 |
| Fund-Raising Projects | Palatine | Auction Committee Member | Special events coordinators needed to benefit counseling center for pregnant women. Assist with Fall Fashion Show, Spring Gala and/or Golf Outing. You will be making calls to hotels, restaurants, etc requesting items for the auctions. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | 82710 |
| Fund-Raising Projects | Palatine | Procure Gift Cards Vouchers for Homeless | Procure vouchers that can be redeemed for free meals, gas & activities in the local area for the homeless. Contact schools, book clubs, businesses, etc and coordinate drives to raise funds for the vouchers. Help with other fundraising activities & events. Volunteers must be 18 years & older. | 298365 |
| Homeless | Palatine | Homeless Shelter Assistance | Shelter sites are open one night each week from October - April in the Northwest Suburbs. Trained volunteers needed to help set-up, check-in guests, serve dinner, oversee site, etc. Four time shifts are available, with greater need for 2nd & 3rd shift workers. Call for dates. Weekday trainings run from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday trainings are from 1-3 pm. All trainings will be held at the office in Palatine. Volunteer must be 16 years & older. | 37915 |
| Homeless | Palatine | Assist with Disability Claims | Assist homeless clients through the initial and first appeal stage of the SSI Disability claims process. Involves ongoing contact with clients, their Healthcare providers etc. Assist with client forms, developing & presenting evidence to show disability. Training provided. Volunteer must be 21 years & over. | 298373 |
| Meals on Wheels Programs | Palatine | Meal on Wheels Delivery Drivers | Drivers are needed Monday through Friday, between the hours of 10:30 am - 12:00 pm to delivery meals to homebound seniors. Drivers will pick up the meals at the senior center and deliver to clients within Palatine Township. Meals are delivered hot, ready-to-eat. The Senior Center operates five different routes within the township. Volunteer chooses which day is most convenient. Each route has between eight to twelve meals to be delivered. | 38203 |
| Mentally and-or Physically Challenged | Palatine | Reading Instructors & Activity Aides | Reading instructors, activity aide & specialty instructors needed for agency serving children & adults who are developmentally disabled. Monday through Friday, flexible days and times. Volunteers must be 18 years & older. | 37768 |
| Mentally and-or Physically Challenged | Palatine | Book Sorting and Pricing-NOW EVENING AND WEEKEND HOURS | We are busy sorting and pricing books now for our gigantic Used Book Sale to be held on June 4 - 13. This is so much fun and great for groups. We are working all weekdays and the second Sat. of each month from 9:00am-1:00pm. We are now opening up evening hours for sorting. Please call for details. | 104624 |
| Mentally and-or Physically Challenged | Palatine | LUNCHROOM HELP! | We need help handing out lunches, maintaining order and assisting program coordinators to redirect behavior. This is a wonderful opportunity to get your foot in the door working directly with our participants who have developmental challenges. We need help every day! Wouldn't it be great to get helpers who would come on a regular basis?? We have an award named after a gentleman who helped us with this for years!! Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | 257014 |
| Mentally and-or Physically Challenged | Palatine | Office Assistant | Are you a person who loves organization and just likes to help get thing caught up?? We really need you! We have filing, shredding, data entry, direct mail, telephone relief, and more! Volunteer must be 18 year & older. | 257041 |
| Mentally and-or Physically Challenged | Palatine | Volunteer Manager Assistant | Volunteer Manager needs assistant for recruiting volunteers, scheduling, computer work and misc. projects! In the non-profit world, this will look really great on your resume'. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | 257158 |
| Mentally and-or Physically Challenged | Palatine | Cleaning Help Needed! | Little City Foundation always needs extra help with cleaning projects. Gather a group of giving friends and/or family and spend a few hours helping us shine up the place! Volunteers must be 15 years & older. | 296699 |
| Senior Centers | Palatine | Assistant at Senior Center | Volunteer will assist the senior center in a multi-faceted capacity. Volunteer may assist with the management of the gift shop, help with bingo or other activities, and perform tasks in the main office. Volunteer would answer phones, assist with mailings, perform filing and other clerical work. Ages 18 & older. | 37782 |
| Senior Citizens Assistance | Palatine | Tax Assistance for Senior Citizens | You don't have to be an income tax pro in order to help seniors this tax season. At the Palatine Township Senior Citizens Council, we will be having seniors in on a weekly basis this February-April to do their taxes. We are looking for one or more volunteers who will hold office hours here at the center, greet seniors when they come in with their tax forms, perform intake, and help them get their paperwork together before meeting with the Tax Assistant. | 329462 |
| Senior Friendly Visitors | Palatine | Friendly Companion | The Friendly Companion program at the center matches a volunteer with a homebound client. We are looking for fun, compassionate people to share in beneficial friendship with a senior. Friendly visitors have flexible hours mutually determined by the senior and the volunteer; this program is amenable to anyone's schedule. Offering social interaction to seniors is a great way to keep them connected to the community and to bridge intergenerational gaps. We suggest doing a variety of activities during a visit: read the paper or mail, play games, enjoy a cup of coffee, or reminisce about the "good old days." We will do our best to match the volunteer with a senior who shares similar interests. Our hope is that the friendly visitor and senior will meet for at least one hour per week. | 38210 |
| Shelters for Women and Children | Palatine | Domestic Violence Safe House Volunteers | Volunteers are needed for various positions for a domestic violence safe house. Assist as the House Advocate, answers crisis line, work with children, sorts donations, and picks up donations. Some positions require the 40 hours Domestic Violence training. Six month commitment is required. Training to be held in summer 2010. Volunteers age 21 & older. | 45647 |
| Shoppers for Shut-Ins | Palatine | Shopping Assistant | Volunteers are needed to provide shopping assistance to homebound senior citizens. Shopping assistants have a flexible schedule coordinated directly between volunteer and senior. Some of the seniors are able to shop for themselves; however, they may need assistance with transportation to the store and/or assistance carrying packages into their home. Other seniors are not able to shop due to physical limitations. In this case, the senior would prepare a shopping list for the assistant. We recommend that the volunteer assist the senior with shopping needs at a minimum of twice per month. Our hope is that this program will provide social interaction with someone new and lay the groundwork for a lasting friendship. | 38208 |
| Special Skills Volunteer | Palatine | Graphic Design & Public Relations | Help a social service agency deliver its messages to the community with your graphic design & public relations skills, from redesigning brochures to ongoing involvement. You may join the committee or choose to work on individual projects. Volunteers must be 18 years & older. | 38131 |
| Special Skills Volunteer | Palatine | Female Spanish translators | Female Spanish translators needed, 4 hours per week, for counseling center for pregnant women, to assist adults in a confidential environment. 9 - 7 p.m., Mondays & 9 - 1 p.m., Wednesdays, 4:30 - 7 on Thursdays. Willing to work with your schedule. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | 38158 |
| Special Skills Volunteer | Palatine | IT Professional | IT professional needed to provide support and maintenance for server based network for a youth and family service organization. Flexible schedule to be arranged with staff. Volunteers must be 25 years & older. | 38467 |
| Thrift Shops - Gift Shops - Resale Shops | Palatine | Baby Closet Organizer | Like to organize? Like to help out young moms in need? The Baby Closet needs volunteers to assist clients, also to sort, and display donations. Times are 10 - 2 or 2 - 6 one shift a week. Must commit to 1 year. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | 38147 |
| Thrift Shops - Gift Shops - Resale Shops | Palatine | Resale Store Volunteers | Volunteers are needed at the resale stores in Niles, Schaumburg or Palatine. Revenue from the stores help to provide services and programs to homeless women and their children. Volunteers would help reorganize at the resale stores by sorting, designing creative displays , helping at the counter and other tasks that are needed. Volunteer must be 16 years & older; or 13 and older if accompanied with a parent.. | 38193 |
| Thrift Shops - Gift Shops - Resale Shops | Palatine | Resale Store volunteer | Do you like to organize? This would be sorting donations, working the sales floor, assisting the customers. This store supports our baby closet for young moms in need. Volunteer must be 15 years & older. | 41283 |
| Thrift Shops - Gift Shops - Resale Shops | Palatine | Thrift Shop Assistance | Palatine thrift shop, to benefit transitional shelter for homeless women & their children, needs cashiers & volunteers to sort, tag, and price items, display merchandise, and assist customers. Volunteer hours are between 10 to 5 p.m. Monday - Saturday. Other locations in Cary, McHenry, & Woodstock. | 316088 |
| Transportation Services | Palatine | Escort Transportation Volunteer | The Escort Transportation program ensures that seniors do not miss vital medical appointments because they do not have or cannot afford transportation. Maintaining physical health is an important element of remaining independent. One of the ways the senior center accomplishes our mission is through this program. We need dedicated volunteers, like you, to help the seniors get to the doctor. Volunteer drivers will pick up the senior at his or her place of residence, drive them to the appointment, and return them to their home (stopping by a pharmacy if necessary). This opportunity is perfect for someone with a job that has an unusual schedule or people who are currently unemployed. Most of the requests we receive are for appointments Monday - Friday, between the hours of 8 am and 5 pm. | 38345 |
| Tutoring | Palatine | ESL Tutor | A skilled educator, with ESL experience preferred, is needed to lead two Spanish speaking clients in ESL tutoring in Park Ridge. Twice a week for 2 hours a session. This program benefits women in transitional housing. Background check required. Volunteer must be 21 years and older. | 332829 |
| Youth Mentoring | Palatine | Youth Mentoring | Be a role model and friend to a child between the ages of 7 - 15 who will benefit from an extra adult in their life. Volunteers are matched one-on-one and help children develop better social, emotional, and academic skills. Training and ongoing support provided. Volunteers must be at least 21 years old, have a valid driver's license and insurance, and consent to a background and driver's record check. | 37799 |
| Bulk Mailers | Park Ridge | Bulk Mailers | Assist with bi-monthly mailing of newsletter including folding, labeling and sealing for area Social Service Center. Volunteers must be 18 years & older. | 45368 |
| Clerical - Office Help | Park Ridge | Clerical Work | Hospice organization seeks help with clerical & organizational skills. Monday - Friday from 8 am to 5:30 pm., flexible hours. Training provided. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | 37740 |
| Clerical - Office Help | Park Ridge | Clerical Assistance | A skilled nursing center is looking for Tec Volunteers to assist and teach residents in the computer lab. Office /Clerical assistance is also needed. Should have an understanding of basis office skills to assist staff at the center. Volunteer must be 16 years & older. | 316628 |
| Fund-Raising Projects | Park Ridge | Research Fundraising Projects | Area agency serving the elderly & disabled in need of a volunteer to research fundraising projects on the internet. You must be comfortable searching on the net, this project may be done at home. Volunteers must be 18 years & older. | 45374 |
| Fund-Raising Projects | Park Ridge | Fundraising | Assist with agency fundraiser that provides support for seniors and low income families, including soliciting auction items and organizing dinner arrangements. Volunteer must be 21 years & older. | 254180 |
| Fund-Raising Projects | Park Ridge | Fund- Raising Annual Ball | Help plan and provide creative ideas for out annual Angels Ball which is held every year in October, meetings are held monthly. Volunteer must be 21 years & older. | 278638 |
| Hospice - Respite | Park Ridge | Support Newly widowed people | Learn how to help & support newly widowed people in your community. Looking for male, female, & bi-lingual volunteers. Training provided. Volunteer must be 21 years & older. | 37762 |
| Hospice - Respite | Park Ridge | Respite care to home bound patients and caregivers | Provide respite to caregivers, friendly visits, homemaker assistance to patients in their homes or long term care facilities, also follow-up contact to bereaved, days, evenings or weekends. Training provided. Bi-Lingual and hearing impaired volunteers needed. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | 37806 |
| Hospice - Respite | Park Ridge | Support hospice patients and families | Your caring presence is needed to help support hospice families and patients. Area hospice is looking for caring and compassionate people to assist families in need. Support is greatly needed in our 15 bed in-patient unit located at St. Matthews Healthcare Center in Park Ridge. 4 hour shifts needed AM or PM. Training provided. Volunteer must be 21 years & older. | 37969 |
| Hospice - Respite | Park Ridge | Hospice Support | Rainbow Hospice is seeking caring and compassionate individuals to provide respite and friendly visits to patients in their homes and long term care facilities. Support is greatly needed in our 15 bed in-patient unit located at St. Matthews Healthcare Center in Park Ridge. 4 hour shifts needed AM or PM. Training provided. Volunteers must be age 18 & over. | 278454 |
| Hospice - Respite | Park Ridge | Hospice - Comfort Care | Provide support to patients ad their families that are actively dying for a period of 4 -5 hours. A calming presence helps to reassure the normality of end of life. Comfort care is a 12 hour on call program according to availability. Patient care training is required along with 2 hours comfort care training session. Goal is to not allow anyone to die alone. Training provided. Volunteer must be 21 years & older. | 278635 |
| Hospice - Respite | Park Ridge | Provide warmth to terminally ill children and adults | Volunteers are needed to provide warmth to terminally ill adults and children by sewing, crocheting or knitting quilts, gowns and lap blankets made by your own time in the comfort of your home for the L.O.V.E. program, Let Our Volunteers Embrace. | 316189 |
| Hospital Volunteers | Park Ridge | Transportation Volunteer | Get exercise while helping others! If you like walking... why not join our team of Transportationvolunteers as they assist patients leaving the hospital. Enjoy exercise while interacting with patients, volunteers, and learning your way around the hospital! Age 55 & older. | 42859 |
| Hospital Volunteers | Park Ridge | Patient Flower Delivery | Feel good at the end of the day knowing you helped brighten a patient's day! Our flower receiving volunteers receive incoming floral arrangements and deliver them directly to our patient rooms. for Ages 55 plus | 42862 |
| Hospital Volunteers | Park Ridge | Flower Shop Volunteer | Do you love flowers? Now you can help brighten a patient's day while being surrounded by the beauty and fragrance of fresh flowers. The flower shop at Lutheran General Hospital is looking for volunteers to deliver arrangements to patient rooms, take phone orders, and water plants. Volunteers 55 and better. | 42866 |
| Hospital Volunteers | Park Ridge | Gift Shop Volunteer | The Gift Shop at Lutheran General Hospital is a fun and exciting place to volunteer. We are looking for friendly, customer-focused volunteers to help assist our patient, visitor, and associate customer base. Volunteers will assist customers with selecting merchandise, operate cash register, and deliver gifts and convenience items to patient rooms. Volunteers 55 and better. | 42867 |
| Hospital Volunteers | Park Ridge | Information desk volunteers | Be the one who shows our guests what excellent customer service is all about! Information Desk Support Volunteer provides a positive first impression by greeting, directing and escorting patients and visitors throughout the heavy-volume areas of the hospital. The role is designed to support fellow volunteers, as well as assisting Guest Services and Patient Transportation associates. Volunteer 55 years & older. | 42868 |
| Hospital Volunteers | Park Ridge | Newspaper Delivery | Help provide our patients and visitors with one of the comforts of home by delivering newspapers. We are looking for a friendly volunteer to deliver newspapers to patient rooms and waiting areas throughout the hospital. Volunteer need to be 55 and better. | 42870 |
| Hospital Volunteers | Park Ridge | Clerical Assistance Volunteer | Do you have good computer skills or enjoy office functions like mailings and filing? Why not put your skills to use at Lutheran General Hospital. Many of our administrative offices are seeking friendly volunteers to help with miscellaneous tasks. Volunteer 55 and better. | 42871 |
| Hospital Volunteers | Park Ridge | Surgery Lounge | Greet and register family members. Provide family members with general hospital information. Offer and issue pagers to family members. Liaison for family members, hospital staff, and physicians. Track and monitor patient through surgery process and communicate updates to family members. Provide coffee and tea for waiting family members. Maintain a clean and safe environment. Volunteers must be age 55 & better. | 87031 |
| Nursing Homes | Park Ridge | Fundraising Committee | If you like to raise money, a skilled nursing center is in the need for individuals to participate on a Fundraising Committee which would meet monthly. Experience with event planning or volunteering would be a plus! Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | 316625 |
| Nursing Homes | Park Ridge | Wheelchair transportation | Transport assistance is need for a skilled nursing center to aid residents with wheelchairs to and from various activities within the center. Such as therapy, beauty appointments and chapel services. Volunteers must be 14 & older/ | 316626 |
| Nursing Homes | Park Ridge | Bus Driver - Special Events | Have you always wanted to be a bus driver? A skilled nursing center is looking for a volunteer over 21 years of age to transport residents in a 15 passenger wheelchair accessible bus to special events and appointment. Need valid Drivers License and insurance. Volunteers must be 21 & older. | 316627 |
| Nursing Homes | Park Ridge | Meal Time Assistance | Assistance in a skilled nursing center is needed to assist residents with eating and/or meal preparation. 7 days a week is available with 3 meals a day. Required feeding assistance classes will be provided. Volunteer must be 14 years & older. | 316629 |
| Nursing Homes | Park Ridge | Friendly Visitors | A skilled nursing center is looking for compassionate and reliable volunteers to bring activities, snacks and friendly company to the residents with their Comfort Cart. Brighten someone's day just by offering a snack or playing cards. Volunteers must be 16 years & older. | 316630 |
| Nursing Homes | Park Ridge | LegacyCorp & AmeriCorp Volunteers | A skilled nursing center is in the need for Legacy Corp of LSSI and AmeriCorp volunteers who would serve the residents and family members for 10-20 hours a week. The caregivers would appreciate a well-deserved break. Volunteers can receive a stipend - living allowance $1500 per year to defray expenses or earn an education award of $1250 for lifelong learning opportunities. Legacy Corp 50 and over AmeriCorp 18 and over | 316632 |
| Nursing Homes | Park Ridge | Senior Visitors and Recreational Activities | A skilled nursing center is in the need for individuals who enjoy working with seniors by assisting residents with recreation and leisure programs such as arts and crafts, bingo, special events, exercise and walking groups, etc. Be a friendly visitor too! Volunteers must be 14 years & older. | 316633 |
| Receptionist - Hospitality | Park Ridge | Pre Surgical Testing receptionist | All patients are required to undergo a number of tests before a surgery. Be the first one to welcome them at our pre-surgical testing facility! It's an exciting opportunity for those with customer service focus and ability to perform clerical duties. During your busy shift you will: - greet patients - hand out registration packets - call patients to schedule nurse phone interviews - assist patients with a computer anesthesia questionnaire instructions - organize lobby - assemble same-day and outpatient surgical charts - provide general clerical support including data entry, filing, copying, collating, labeling, mailings and answering phones Opportunities are available Mon-Fri 10am-2pm. Volunteers must be 55 years & older. | 337002 |
| Senior Citizens Assistance | Park Ridge | Senior Citizens Assistance | Affordable Housing Advocate Social Service agency seeks volunteer to represent housing program to residents and civic leaders in the northwest suburban Cook area. We are looking for someone willing to work with housing counselor in the office and in the field on a flexible schedule. Training will be provided. 2 - 6 hours per week. Volunteer must be 30 years and older. | 73027 |
| Senior Citizens Assistance | Park Ridge | Holiday Deliverers | Deliver donated gifts to seniors in Park Ridge, Des Plaines, and Niles during Thanksgiving, Christmas, Valentine's Day, or Easter. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | 257032 |
| Senior Friendly Visitors | Park Ridge | Companion | Be a friendly visitor to a senior by providing companionship & conversation, good listening & conversation skills desired, male visitors especially needed. Volunteers must be 18 years & older. | 37917 |
| Shoppers for Shut-Ins | Park Ridge | Like to shop? Volunteer with us! | Shop for or with a homebound senior, either pick up a shopping list or take the client with you to the store. Flexible schedule. Age 18 & over. | 38207 |
| Special Skills Volunteer | Park Ridge | Speakers Bureau | Represent a hospice organization in the community at health and community fairs; provide general information about hospice care and living wills and general hospice services. Training will be provided. Flexible hours. Volunteer must be 21 years & older. | 278636 |
| Transportation Services | Park Ridge | Health Care Transport Volunteers | Transport seniors to Doctor's appointment for check-ups, tests, hospital or other health related appointments. Valid driver's license & proof of auto insurance. Volunteers must be 21 years & older. | 38343 |
| Transportation Services | Park Ridge | Driver to Deliver Brochures | Driver wanted to deliver promotional brochures to area libraries, etc., on a quarterly basis for social service agency. Time is flexible. Choice of territories in the near north and northwest suburbs. Volunteers must be 21 years and older. | 45379 |
| Child Care | Prospect Heights | Bus Monitors | Bus monitors for Headstart children. Monitors will check student I.D., ride buses, and assist with getting children on and off. Shift is 11:30-1:00. Volunteer must be 55 years & older. | 37927 |
| Nursing Homes | Prospect Heights | Resident Activity Assistant | Share some of your time with eager residents at nursing home. Activity assistant to take walks with residents,work on puzzles, sing-a-long, or escort on an outing. Morning, afternoon & evening hours available. Volunteers age 18 and over to lead activity. Age 5 & up can participate or help with activity. | 38194 |
| Nursing Homes | Prospect Heights | Trivia and Word Game Players | Trivia or word game players to lead assisted living residents in an activity before and after lunch or dinner for one hour sessions daily 11:30a.m.-1:30a.m. or 4:30p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Volunteer must be 14 years & older. | 45040 |
| Nursing Homes | Prospect Heights | Garden Club | Flower and vegetable gardeners to assist with the planting and care of these gardens with assisted living residents. Garden being planted early May weather permitting and care ending in September. Club to meet 3rd Monday of each month at 1:30 p.m. | 45061 |
| Nursing Homes | Prospect Heights | Men's Club Facilitator | Male volunteer needed to runs Men's Club at area nursing home on 2nd Monday of each month, at 1:30 -3:00 p.m. Enjoy card games, black jack and accompany residents on occasional outing with the company bus. Complimentary lunch included. Age 30 or over. | 295886 |
| Nursing Homes | Prospect Heights | Women's Club Facilitator | Female volunteer needed to run the Red Hat Club at area nursing home on 1st Monday of every month from 1:30-2:30pm. Must know how to play different card games, crafts, reminisce,and able to attend outings with the company bus. Complimentary meal provided. Age 30 & over. | 295888 |
| Nursing Homes | Prospect Heights | Cooking Club | Lead area nursing home residents for a cooking and baking session while preparing snacks and deserts. Allow residents to reminisce and share some family recipes. Sunday 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Volunteers must be 18 years & older. | 329544 |
| Nursing Homes | Prospect Heights | Senior's Trip Escort | Assist as a trip escort for seniors living in assisted living facility for group outings and to local senior centers; helping to keep group together as well as watching for wandering residents. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | 337713 |
| Receptionist - Hospitality | Prospect Heights | Greeter | Greet and direct incoming clients at this busy social benefits. Background check and fingerprinting required and administered by staff.Volunteers age 55 and over. | 38149 |
| Schools - Mentors | Prospect Heights | Reading Partner | Put a smile on a face of a child when you work with him/her to learn to read. When a child discovers they can read words, it will brighten their day and yours. Volunteer age 55 and older. | 73555 |
| Thrift Shops - Gift Shops - Resale Shops | Prospect Heights | Resale Shop | THIS OPPORTUNITY IS BOOKED UNTIL THE MIDDLE OF APRIL FOR WEEKENDS. UNLESS YOU CAN VOLUNTEER DURING THE WEEK, THEN PLEASE SELECT ANOTHER OPPORTUNITY. Resale shop helpers needed to sort, clean, price and display donations for the not-for-profit's resale shop, "GWAYO Hidden Treasures". All donations accepted additionally except for computer equipment. Service hours can occur during the hours of store operation, which are Monday-Friday 11AM-7PM or Saturday 11AM-5PM. It is preferred that volunteer service occur in 4 hour shifts of time. | 305478 |
| Bulk Mailers | Rolling Meadows | Help with Special Mailings | Help organize & stuff mailers for organization that provides church homes for orphans and widows in third world countries. 10 hours per month 1 - 5 p.m., Tuesday & Thursday, 8 - 5 p.m. on Friday. Be involved with new projects and share ideas. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | 37844 |
| Bulk Mailers | Rolling Meadows | Assembling mailers | Ongoing project of assembling mailers for organizations the provide support to siblings of children with cancer. Assemble welcome kits, trophy mailings, educational material, etc. Commit to half or full day weekly. Custom weekday evening can be set up for a group. Volunteers must be 12 years & older. | 71798 |
| Bulk Mailers | Rolling Meadows | Office Support | Assist with mailings, sorting, etc., working with the Volunteer Coordinator and other volunteers. Volunteer must be at least 15 years old. | 336446 |
| Cancer Societies | Rolling Meadows | Assemble Support Kits | Ongoing project of assembling mailers for an agency that provides support to siblings of children with cancer. Assemble welcome kits, trophy mailings, educational material, etc. Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. small groups on 3rd Wednesday of month, 6 - 9 p.m. Commit to half or full day weekly. Volunteers must be 12 years & older. | 266326 |
| Cancer Societies | Rolling Meadows | Sew Bereavement Quilts | Show your support of siblings of cancer patients by helping to sew quilts. Quilts will be made out of t-shirts with logo from organization. The quilts will be used for their bereavement program. Volunteers must be 18 years & older. | 314598 |
| Cancer Societies | Rolling Meadows | Media Relations | Assist the communications manager with national media relations and public relations efforts. Help increase public awareness an support of siblings of cancer patients. Access to a media database like Bacon's can help the story be told. Volunteers must be 21 years and older. | 332786 |
| Clerical - Office Help | Rolling Meadows | Office Support | Do you have a few hours during the day to assist with filing and organizing paperwork for an organization serving developmentally disabled adults and children in Rolling Meadows. You must commit to 1or 2 days a week for 2 to 4 hours between the hours of 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Volunteer must be 21 years and older. | 57779 |
| Clerical - Office Help | Rolling Meadows | Office duties | People with a heart who are willing to alphabetize and file information for an agency that provides support to siblings of children with cancer. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday - Friday. Commit to half or full day weekly. Volunteer must be 14 years & older. | 71799 |
| Clerical - Office Help | Rolling Meadows | Clerical Office Assistance | Special Olympics office is in the need of clerical help for filing, computer work and putting packets together. Hours are weekdays 8:30am-3pm. This is an on going project. Individual or groups welcome. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | 262972 |
| Clerical - Office Help | Rolling Meadows | Administrative Assistance | Help with day to day administrative activities, answering phone, responding to inquiries about services, preparing mailings, data entry and other tasks as needed. Must be detailed orientated & available 6 -8 hours per week and computer literate. Volunteer must be 21 years & older. | 312817 |
| Clerical - Office Help | Rolling Meadows | Special Events Assistant | Special Events Volunteer to assist agency supporting children who have experienced a loss in their life. Must have above average organizational, communication and writing skills and proficient with MS Word & Excel, and assist with other clerical duties. Volunteer must be 21 years & older. | 312818 |
| Clerical - Office Help | Rolling Meadows | Media File Organization | If you are methodical about organization and have intermediate computer skills you will enjoy this opportunity. You will be helping us improve our efficiency while doing something for the greater good of the many orphans we strive to help. We need several people willing to commit to at least 2 days a week, 3-4 hours a day organizing our photos and videos into folders in our database. Basic computer skills required –you do not need to know any special photo editing software, but attention to detail will be important. You will be looking through our many pictures and videos, renaming files, cutting and pasting photos and organizing them based upon certain criteria, such as country of origin, subject material etc. This project could last from several weeks to several months. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | 313430 |
| Clerical - Office Help | Rolling Meadows | Grant/Foundation Researcher | Come join our team in Rolling Meadows, Illinois. Warm Blankets is a Christian organization focused on rescuing at-risk children in Africa and Central/Southeast Asia and bringing them into safe, loving homes. These children are being rescued from child traffickers, forced labor and other dangerous situations. We need your help in doing some basic research (using our databases) to identify foundations and organizations that may help us with the financial support we need. If you want, you can help to create effective project proposals, make phone calls, etc. OR just the research - it's up to you. We do need someone who would be available to come in for several hours 2-3 times a week, during normal business hours, so there is continuity in our working with you. It's exciting work because your efforts will literally impact the lives of children in other countries! Help us bring the people with resources together with those in need. Friendly, small team. Flexible hours. Come be a part of this incredible ministry. You'll never be the same. Volunteer must be 21 years & older. | 313544 |
| Computer - Data Entry | Rolling Meadows | Data Entry | Computer literate people with Excel and/or Access to enter data and assist w/ scanning of information of a agency that provides support to siblings of children with cancer. Volunteer must be 14 years & older. | 71800 |
| Computer - Data Entry | Rolling Meadows | Graphic/Web Game Designer | We are an agency supporting siblings of children with cancer and are in need of a Graphic Design/Web Game Design volunteer. Design cool graphics and/or games for the kids to play. Must have knowledge of Dreamweaver, Photoshop, Flash, InDesign, HTML, etc. Must be done on-site at first, then can be done at home. Volunteer must be 18 years and older | 299753 |
| Computer - Data Entry | Rolling Meadows | Facebook and YouTube helpers needed | Help create awareness of an agency serving siblings of children with cancer. Experience on using Facebook, or for YouTube knowledge of uploading videos, podcasts, etc. Volunteer must be 18 years and older. | 299760 |
| Computer - Data Entry | Rolling Meadows | Computer Game Designer | Design interactive games for website of national not for profit that supports siblings of cancer patients. Experience with Flash and Action Script are required for programming and other programming language like C++, C Sharp, XNA are helpful too. Volunteer must be 21 years & older. | 332788 |
| Fund-Raising Projects | Rolling Meadows | Event Planning | Agency serving developmentally disabled adults seeks individuals to assist with event planning, publicity, donation solicitation, transportation, cooking, baking, & working the event. Volunteers must be 18 years & older. | 37829 |
| Fund-Raising Projects | Rolling Meadows | Event Planning Committee | Join in planning event to raise monies to assist adults with mental/physical/developmental disabilities to live independently. Meet once a month. All willing hands welcome. Knowledge of corporate sponsorships a plus. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | 87819 |
| Fund-Raising Projects | Rolling Meadows | Fund-raising/Grant Writing Assistant | The mission of Warm Blankets Orphan Care International is to restore the lives of orphans in partnership with churches, corporations, organizations and individuals who have a passion to help needy, parentless children. Are you a dedicated individual looking for a volunteer opportunity with an organization that strives to make a meaningful difference in the world? Are you looking for an opportunity that will help you refine your research, writing, and communication skills?Do you need an opportunity with flexible hours that meets your schedule? Currently, we are seeking a DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANT to assist with the following responsibilities: Work closely with the Director of Development to pursue funding opportunities to support orphan rescue and care. Research potential funding opportunities to support orphan rescue and care, using professional search engines, including FoundationCenter.org Track funding opportunities using Salesforce.com Assist in planning fundraising events Assist in writing letters of inquiry to foundations Assist with other administrative duties This volunteer position is an EXCELLENT RESUME BUILDER AND A GREAT OPPORTUNITY FOR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT! Refine your computer skills, including writing and research skills Great opportunity as a future job reference Receive training in Salesforce.com, one of the most used systems used in both the non-profit and corporate sectors Receive training on one of the largest foundation search engines, FoundationCenter.org Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | 104307 |
| Fund-Raising Projects | Rolling Meadows | Fundraising Projects | Assistance with fundraising efforts needed for an agency serving siblings of children with cancer. Creating folders and binders for grants, organizing inventory, recording auction items, data entry, invitations and rsvps, thank you letters, etc. Flexible hours, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday - Friday. Volunteers must be 18 years and older. | 299762 |
| Fund-Raising Projects | Rolling Meadows | Special Events Committee | Are you a team player and like to plan activities - Join the Special Events Committee that meets 6 - 8 times a year to plan special events that support children who are grieving a loss. Must be willing to solicit donations, promote event, etc. Volunteer must be 21 years & older. | 312816 |
| Fund-Raising Projects | Rolling Meadows | Events Volunteer | Assist with one day volunteer events for agency that supports children grieving a loss. Help with benefits, runs and golf outings, tasks include greeting guests, computer entry, selling raffle tickets, live and silent auction and more. Volunteer must be 21 years & older. | 312820 |
| Maintenance | Rolling Meadows | Seasonal Equipment Assistant | Do you have a lot of energy that you need to burn? Assist the staff in pulling out and putting away equipment prior to and after all Special Olympics events throughout the year. Location is in Mt. Prospect. Volunteer must be 16 years and older | 38385 |
| Maintenance | Rolling Meadows | Maintenance | Organization serving special needs are in the need of extra hands to help tidy up their equipment store room and transportation vans. | 279490 |
| Mentally and-or Physically Challenged | Rolling Meadows | Parents Night Out | Parents Night Out, 5:30p.m. - 9:30 p.m., Friday, January 15 in Elk Grove, and on March 5 in Wheeling. Assist the staff in fun activities such as crafts, games and sports with special needs children and their siblings to give parent's an evening out. Age14 & older. | 38162 |
| Mentally and-or Physically Challenged | Rolling Meadows | Enjoy your time with special needs children and adults with various activities | Join the fun with special needs children & adults for their weekly programs. Programs include Show Stoppers, Cheerleading, Stepping Out, Bowling, Hanging Out, etc. Call for details on each program. Volunteer must be 14 years & older. | 38320 |
| Mentally and-or Physically Challenged | Rolling Meadows | Have a Sensational Saturday working with special needs children with various activities | Join the Sensational Saturdays program on Saturdays from 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. or 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Work with children, ages 3 - 16 with multiple handicaps in the pool, gross motor room, arts & crafts, & lots of fun. Volunteer must be 14 years & older. | 38322 |
| Mentally and-or Physically Challenged | Rolling Meadows | Program Assistants | Work directly with special handicapped clients by helping with a large variety of programs throughout the year, days, evenings or weekends. Include, but not limited to, sports & games, arts/crafts, special events, music & dance, day camps & trips. Volunteers must be 14 years and older. | 38367 |
| Mentally and-or Physically Challenged | Rolling Meadows | Enjoy cooking with Special Needs Adults | YUM! Share your cooking skills with special needs adults assisting with their meal preparation on Tues, Weds, or Thurs. Times vary each day, beginning around 3 pm and running for 2 1/2 hours. Volunteer must be 16 years & older. | 38382 |
| Mentally and-or Physically Challenged | Rolling Meadows | Assist the staff with special needs students on different trips into the community. | Kirk Kids on the Go. This after school and Saturday morning program is an outings program for high school age students. Join the fun by accompanying the students with special needs & staff on different trips into the community. Volunteers must be 14 years & older. | 38398 |
| Mentally and-or Physically Challenged | Rolling Meadows | Special Olympics Unified Bowling | Strike up some fun with special needs teens, 3:30 - 5 p.m., Mondays, at AMF lanes in Rolling Meadows. (5) volunteers needed each Monday to assist supervising groups in their lanes. Volunteers must be 16 years and older. | 38427 |
| Mentally and-or Physically Challenged | Rolling Meadows | Social Club Outings | Have lots of fun at Social Club Outings on various Friday nights from 7 - 9 pm, with special needs adults. Enjoy Bingo, Italian Night Dinner, Pizza Party, Bowling & much more! Call for dates. Volunteers must be 14 years & older. | 72816 |
| Mentally and-or Physically Challenged | Rolling Meadows | Join the Playgroup | "Lets Play" with special needs Early Childhood Program Playgroup and have some fun with various activities 3:30pm-5:15pm every Wednesday, located in Elk Grove. Volunteer must be 14 years & older. | 255179 |
| Mentally and-or Physically Challenged | Rolling Meadows | Horseback Riding Instructor | Giddy-up partners and mossy on down to the stables and assist special needs children with horseback riding instruction, beginner and/or intermediate. Volunteers are needed from 6:30pm-8:30pm Monday's and 5:30-7:30pm on Thursdays. Volunteers must be 14 years & over. | 279491 |
| Mentally and-or Physically Challenged | Rolling Meadows | Fun Activities with Special Needs Adults | Spend your Saturdays with special needs Young Adults on the Go at different area attractions each week. 10:00am-2:00pm. Also, Young Adults Moving On have programs on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Fridays from 9:30 am - 2:30 pm, activities vary. Volunteers must be 18 years & older. | 290388 |
| One Time Events | Rolling Meadows | Special Olympics Spring Games | Special Olympics Spring Games, 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Sunday, May 2nd at Prospect High School in Arlington Heights. Assist with running & field events, lunch, souvenirs, awards, chaperones, set-up, clean-up, etc. Great opportunity for individuals or large groups. Volunteers must be 14 years & older. | 37999 |
| One Time Events | Rolling Meadows | Benefit Gala needs Volunteers | Looking for a Saturday Night Gig? Join the fun at The Meadows Club, 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM, Saturday, April 17, 1020. Volunteers will assist with auction tables, selling raffles tickets, direct check out flow, runners, & much more. Gala will benefit special needs adults. Volunteers must be 18 years & older. | 81425 |
| One Time Events | Rolling Meadows | Spring Time Camp | Join the fun at Spring Time Camp events. 9:30 - 3 :30 p.m., Mon - Fri, March 22-26 in Bartlett, Wheeling, Mt. Prospect & Palatine. Activities include cool crafts, swimming, gym activities & socializing. Volunteer must be 14 years & older. | 255181 |
| Special Skills Volunteer | Rolling Meadows | Photo Sorter | An organization that aides orphans and widows in 3rd world countries needs a volunteer to sort a huge inventory of pictures (500,000) that are on line into appropriate files. This is a on going project. Flexible 2 -3 hour shifts, Mon - Fri, 9 - 5. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | 285155 |
| Special Skills Volunteer | Rolling Meadows | Artists and creative minds needed! | Help develop a coloring book for siblings, age 4 - 8, of children with cancer. Art should focus on good cells and bad cells and other program focus areas. Also, help wanted in developing word searches, crossword puzzles and word scrambles to be used on the agency's website. Volunteer must be 18 years and older. | 299758 |
| Special Skills Volunteer | Rolling Meadows | Grant Volunteer Assistant | An organization that supports children grieving a loss seeks Grant Volunteer to assist Development Officer with administrative duties; preparing grant applications for mailing, send thank you letters, research potential funders, etc. Flexible schedule. Volunteer must be 21 years & older. | 312819 |
| Special Skills Volunteer | Rolling Meadows | Grant Development Assistance | Detail-oriented individual who is a strong writer is needed to assist the Development Officer with grants. Must have knowledge of MS Word & Excel, and able to assist with other office duties. Flexible weekday schedule. Volunteer must be 21 years & older. | 312821 |
| Transportation Services | Rolling Meadows | Drivers for developmentally disabled adults to special events | Organization serving developmentally disabled adults is in need of drivers to take clients to special social events - evenings or weekends. Be a companion volunteer & share their interests with clients. Volunteers must be 21 years & older and have valid drivers license and insurance | 37855 |
| Animals | Schaumburg | Farm Animal Caretaker | Provide feed, water & care for farm animals at local historic farm. , Thurs 7- 9 a.m. Commitment for year, ability to lift 25 lbs., no allergies to mold or dust and be comfortable around farm animals and ability to work in extreme weather. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | 37918 |
| Conservation - Nature Centers | Schaumburg | Historical Farm Guide | Be a part of history, volunteer at an 1880's historic farm in Schaumburg. Greet visitors, take part in farm cores & interpret historic farming activities & lifestyles. Commitment is 7 hours per month till October. Training provided. Volunteer must be 16 years & older. | 37872 |
| Conservation - Nature Centers | Schaumburg | Historical Docent | Join "Sunday's at the Cabin" & volunteer to demonstrate hearth cooking, conduct a simple craft project for children, or serve beverages. Time commitment is 2 hours one Sunday a month between the hours of 12:30 - 4:30 p.m.. Training provided. Volunteer must be 16 years & older. | 37965 |
| Conservation - Nature Centers | Schaumburg | Conservation Trail Maintenance | Help with trail maintenance, seed collecting, planting projects, grounds clean-up or weed removal, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., 4th Saturday of the month, or weekday as prearranged in Schaumburg area. Volunteer must be 14 years & older. | 38116 |
| Conservation - Nature Centers | Schaumburg | Conservation & Environmental | Assist with conservation work on the 3rd and 4th Saturday of the month, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m, or weekdays as prearranged, except in December. Workers will prune, clear & thin brush from wooded areas, grounds clean up & planting projects. Volunteer must be 14 years & older. | 38368 |
| Conservation - Nature Centers | Schaumburg | Conservation Special Events | Assist with special events at nature center in Schaumburg. Events held on weekends throughout the year. Commit to one 4-5 hours shift at each events. Volunteer activities vary by event. Volunteer must be 14 years & older. | 315885 |
| Schools - Mentors | Schaumburg | Teacher Aide | Listen as children read and practice their reading skills, or help with math, social studies and science. We ask for a minimum of one hour a week volunteer time, to help a child learn to read. Volunteers 55 and older | 73561 |
| Thrift Shops - Gift Shops - Resale Shops | Schaumburg | Schaumburg Thrift Store Assistants | Connect with new friends and devote your time to helping abused and neglected children at local thrift shop. Help sort, price & display donations and assist customers. Volunteer must be 16 years & older. | 37851 |
| Thrift Shops - Gift Shops - Resale Shops | Schaumburg | Resale Shop Volunteer | Captains and workers fro area thrift shop needed. Can you give 3 hours a week to help a Resale Shop process and display donated merchandise? Monday through Friday, 10 am - 1 pm, 1 pm - 4 pm or 4 pm - 7 pm. - especially needed for the evenings & Saturdays and Sundays. Saturday from 10 am - 6 pm and Sunday from 12 pm - 4 pm. Special volunteers are also sought to promote the shop and solicit quality donations. Volunteers must be 15 years & older. | 41981 |
| Thrift Shops - Gift Shops - Resale Shops | Schaumburg | Antique and/or Collectibles Specialists | Seeking people near the Schaumburg area who are specialists in collectibles, antiques, or a certain collectible, eg toys or china, etc. Help at Kenneth Young Center Resale Shop. Put on an educational workshop for volunteers and/or the public, about your area of expertise. You can visit the shop monthly or weekly, or on an as-needed basis, to give us your opinion on pricing certain items and whether or not to sell them on eBay. Or you can design your own volunteer job description to best use your knowledge to help us raise money to support the work of Kenneth Young Center (mental health and senior services). Volunteer must be 21 years & older. | 48348 |
| Thrift Shops - Gift Shops - Resale Shops | Schaumburg | Resale Shop COUPLES | Seeking a couple to work 4 to 7 on Fridays or 4 to 6 on Saturdays at our Resale Shop to raise money for mental health and senior services. This shift is difficult for senior citizens or moms, but a couple could get in a short stint of selling donated merchandise for a good cause, then still have plenty of time to follow with a date night. Volunteers must be 21 years & older. | 48349 |
| Thrift Shops - Gift Shops - Resale Shops | Schaumburg | Resale Shop COUPLES | Seeking a couple to work 4 to 7 on Fridays or 4 to 6 on Saturdays at our Resale Shop to raise money for mental health and senior services. This shift is difficult for senior citizens or moms, but a couple could get in a short stint of selling donated merchandise for a good cause, then still have plenty of time to follow with a date night. Volunteers must be 21 years & older. | 315840 |
| Literacy Programs | Skokie | Literacy Program - Tutor | Share your ability to read with either foreign or American born adults on 2 mornings, afternoons, or evenings a week or Saturday mornings. Help adults learn to speak & read English. Learn about methods and materials especially suited for tutoring individuals who are new to the U.S. and those who are improving their reading skills. This is a 20 week program. Training provided. Volunteers must be 18 years and older. | 37764 |
| Blood Drive and Related | Tinley Park | Blood Drive Host | Help at up-coming Heartland blood drives with registration or refreshments. Visit our web-site for dates and locations near you. Volunteers age 55 and over. | 45674 |
| Alzheimers Related Disorders | Wheeling | Memory Lane Visitor | Provide assistance to Memory Care Coordinator by interacting with residents in early stages of dementia. 1. Engage residents in conversation. 2. Take residents for walks. 3. Play games with residents. 4. Read the newspaper or periodicals to residents. 5. Host snack time. 6. Assist staff on outings with residents. 7. Bring residents to other parts of campus to visit friends. Volunteer must be 16 years & older. | 37724 |
| Clerical - Office Help | Wheeling | Clerical Volunteer / Health Care Center | Clerical Support for Life Enrichment department. 1. Record resident activity attendance. 2. Type flyers for activities using Microsoft Word. 3. Decorate and assemble monthly activity calendars for bulletin boards. 4. File, copy, and Shred documents. 5. Organize Life Enrichment supplies. Volunteer must be 16 years & older. | 67386 |
| Clerical - Office Help | Wheeling | Clerical Volunteer / Residential | Clerical support of Life Enrichment department. 1. Type flyers. 2. Typing of monthly activity calendar. 3. Input monthly calendar information into kiosk. 4. Photocopy and file documents. 5. Type monthly Life Enrichment newsletter. 6. Research for educational games. Volunteer must be 16 years & older. | 67388 |
| Computer - Data Entry | Wheeling | Teach Seniors Computer/Net Program | Calling the Geek Patrol! We need computer literate volunteers to teach in the Senior Net Computer Program 2 hours 1 day per week. Basic, Word, Works, Windows, Excel, Internet & Email, album or Data Base. Also needed are computer assistants. Volunteer must be 21 years & older. | 38440 |
| Donation Drive | Wheeling | Donate School Supplies | Area elementary school for children is in need of school supplies and backpacks for needy school children. Backpacks, scissors, erasers, colored pencils, glue sticks, red, black & blue pens, book covers, composition books, & compasses. Open to all ages. | 38290 |
| Fund-Raising Projects | Wheeling | Fundraising | If fundraising is your thrill, the Greek American Rehab and Care Center is in the need of energetic people to help prepare for their fundraising events, such as Golf outings and Gala's. Contact them for specific information on each of their fundraising projects. Volunteers age 55 & older. | 277056 |
| Literacy Programs | Wheeling | Russian ESL Teachers | Russian speaking volunteer to teach English to small class of seniors. 8 week session to begin in the summer, Class will meet 2 times a month on Wednesdays from 2 - 3 pm. All materials will be provided. Age 18 & older. | 263823 |
| Meals on Wheels Programs | Wheeling | Volunteer Drivers | Wheeling Township is in need of volunteer drivers during the noon hours to deliver meals to elderly shut-ins and the disabled. Weekdays from 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Volunteer must be Age 18 & older. | 38204 |
| Nursing Homes | Wheeling | Activity Volunteer / Life Enrichment in Health Care Center | Provide support to Life Enrichment staff in carrying out activity functions. 1. Transport residents to and from special programs. 2. Provide musical or other entertainment. 3. Set-up and clean-up before and after functions. 4. Assist Life Enrichment staff in running programs as needed. Volunteer must be16 years & older. | 38247 |
| Nursing Homes | Wheeling | Activity Guide / Life Enrichment in Health Care Center | Assist in running smaller groups of an existing program. Also opportunity to work with Director of Life Enrichment to develop own activity to guide. 1. With approval of Director of Life Enrichment, guide residents in activities created by activity guide. 2. Inform Director of Life Enrichment of residents response to activity. Volunteer must be 16 years & older. | 67357 |
| Nursing Homes | Wheeling | Activity Guide / Life Enrichment (Residential) | Assist Life Enrichment Coordinator in carrying out daily programs and special events. 1. Bingo Caller, 1:00 p.m.- 3:00 p.m., Tuesday 2. Dinner Escort, 5:00 p.m.- 8:30 p.m., 2nd Sunday of the month. 3. Lunch Escort, 10:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m., 3rd Tuesday of the month. 4. Shopping Escort, 9:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m., 1st Monday of the month. 5. Arts and Crafts guide, 1:00 p.m.- 3:00 p.m., Sundays. 6. Computer Class Guide, afternoons or evenings, one a week. 7. Escort for miscellaneous outings (according to the monthly calendar). 8. Assist in set-up/ clean-up of seasonal parties, including encouraging resident attendance, serving food and beverage., visiting, etc. (according to monthly calendar. Volunteer must be 16 years & older. | 67360 |
| Nursing Homes | Wheeling | Chapel Transport / Health Care Center | Transport residents to and from Chapel for daily Mass via a wheelchair. 1. Go to first and second floor of the Health Care Center and pick-up residents wishing to attend Mass in Chapel. 2. Remain in Chapel during Mass to determine residents needs. 3. Return resident to unit after Mass. Volunteer must be16 years & older. | 67364 |
| Nursing Homes | Wheeling | Chapel Escort / Resident | Provide transportation via wheelchair and/or escort residents of Assisted Living and Memory Lane to and from Mass. 1. Report to reception desk to determine who would like to go to Mass in Main Chapel. 2. Escort walking residents and/or push residents in wheelchairs. 3. Remain in Chapel during Mass to determine residents needs. 4. Bring residents back to apartment following Mass. Volunteer must be16 years & older. | 67373 |
| Nursing Homes | Wheeling | Beauty Shop / Health Care Center | Transport residents to and from the Beauty Shop under the direction of Beautician. 1. Obtain list of residents from Beautician. 2. Transport resident to and from Beauty Shop. 3. Provide socialization while residents are waiting for appointment. Volunteer must be16 years & older. | 67379 |
| Nursing Homes | Wheeling | Rehabilitation Volunteer | Assist in transporting residents to and from therapy appointments via wheelchair as well as providing clerical support for the department. 1. Report to rehabilitation Department to get list of resident names, locations and appointment times. 2. Transport residents to and from therapy via wheelchair. 3. Engage residents in conversation while in therapy. 4. Photocopy , shred, and file documents. 5. Send mail or therapy notes as directed. 6. Run errands on campus as requested. Volunteer must be16 years & older. | 67399 |
| Nursing Homes | Wheeling | Lector / Pastoral Care | Proclaim the Scripture readings during Mass at an area nursing home. Volunteer must be 16 years & older. | 67403 |
| Nursing Homes | Wheeling | Eucharistic Minister / Pastoral Care | Assist Priest at Mass by distributing Holy Eucharist. 1. During Lamb of God come to altar. 2. Receive Ciborium or Wine Cup from priest to distribute Holy Eucharist. 3. Distribute Holy Eucharist to residents as assigned. 4. Return Ciborium or Wine Cup to altar after distributing Holy Eucharist. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | 67405 |
| Nursing Homes | Wheeling | Nourishment Aide | Distribute nourishment to residents in Health Care Center. 1. Obtain list of residents and supplies from nurse. 2. Distribute juice and snacks to residents listed. 3. Document acceptance/ decline of snacks. 4. Socialize with residents. Volunteer must be 16 years & older. | 67411 |
| Nursing Homes | Wheeling | Clerical Assistance | A local nursing home is looking for volunteers for clerical assistance for computer data entry, clerical work, mailing's, filing and preparing marketing material. | 276593 |
| Nursing Homes | Wheeling | Friendly Visitor | A local Greek American Nursing home is calling out for compassionate energetic friendly visitors to socialize and take residents for walks, and /or hosts group topic's such as movie's, books, computers or gardening | 276595 |
| Nursing Homes | Wheeling | Dining Hosts | Have some free time during the day? An area nursing home is looking for patient compassionate volunteers to be dining hosts which would help during the meals, such as serving food. | 276596 |
| Nursing Homes | Wheeling | Nursing Home Activities Assistant | Area nursing home is looking for patient, energetic and compassionate volunteers to assist with activities, gift shop/ice cream parlor, arts and crafts, parties and outing's. | 276597 |
| Schools - Mentors | Wheeling | Reading/Math Partner | Put a smile on a face of a child when you work with him/her to learn to read. When a child discovers they can read words, it will brighten their day and yours. Assignment for the school year. | 73535 |
| Senior Centers | Wheeling | Food Preparation - Senior Center | Prepare and serve food for this organization's dining program for seniors age 60+. You can also greet and check in participants for. You can volunteer alone or in a group of 10 volunteers. Shifts are from11am-130pm weekdays only. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | 323985 |
| Senior Citizens Assistance | Wheeling | Caring Caller for Shut-Ins | Do you have the gift of gab and not always someone to share it with? Join the Caring Caller Club by contacting 1 to 3 shut in seniors daily from your home making sure they are okay. Volunteer must be 18 & older. | 57780 |
| Senior Friendly Visitors | Wheeling | Friendly Visitor / Life Enrichment in Health Care Center | To provide companionship to residents in the Health Care Center. 1. Review folder prior to visits to become familiar with instructions for visit. 2. Visit one-on-one with assigned residents in the Health Care Center. 3. Comment on residents response to visit (expressing joy, willingness to connect). Volunteer must be 16 years & older. | 37770 |
| Senior Friendly Visitors | Wheeling | Friendly Visitors Needed | Here is an opportunity to both give and receive friendship. Provide companionship by being a friendly visitor to a shut-in (good listening & conversation skills desirable). May also pick up groceries and medications. Volunteer must be 18 & over. | 38211 |
| Special Skills Volunteer | Wheeling | Seamstress/ Tailor | Provide mending and sewing for benefit of residents either at Addolorata Villa or your own home. 1. Mend resident clothes. 2. Various other sewing projects. Volunteer must be 16 years & older. | 37892 |
| Special Skills Volunteer | Wheeling | Storage Sponsor for Medical Lending Closet | Storage sponsor needed for the equipment lending closet. The closet lends medical equipment to Wheeling residents. Do you have a warehouse of store front available? Volunteer must be 21 years & older. | 38168 |
| Special Skills Volunteer | Wheeling | Sacristan / Pastoral Care | Prepares Chapel for Mass by readying the sacred vessels and assisting with care of Chapel environment. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | 67408 |
| Special Skills Volunteer | Wheeling | Minister of Care / Pastoral Care | Bring the Holy Eucharist to those who are unable to attend Mass on the Health Care units or Our Lady of Joy Meditation Room. Volunteer must be 18 years & older. | 67410 |
| Special Skills Volunteer | Wheeling | Fitness Instructor | Fitness Class Instructor for senior center to teach classes two days a week for 45 minutes each. Flexible weekdays to fit your schedule. Volunteer must be 21 years & older. | 86100 |
| Thrift Shops - Gift Shops - Resale Shops | Wheeling | Gift Shop Assistance | Area nursing home has an urgent need for help in their gift shop on Friday, Saturday and Sundays from 1:30 - 4:00 pm. Assist customers and run the cash register. Volunteer age 55 and older. | 297351 |
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