HandsOn Suburban Chicago

"My 91 yr old Dad just had first ride last week, what a blessing this group of people are!❤️" Our drivers have been with us for an average of 6 years. Our riders are an average age of 85 and absolutely love our service. Come join us as a driver and help make a difference to seniors in the NW suburbs. We are looking for friendly and patient volunteers to drive area seniors to medical appointments (doctors, dental, etc.). Must have excellent driving skills. Great for stay-at-home moms or dads, retirees and part-time workers. Very flexible schedule, we will work with your available time. Drivers especially needed in Schaumburg, Des Plaines, Buffalo Grove, Elk Grove Village & Wheeling. Must be 21 and over.

Arlington Heights, IL

Through10/10/20

Summer is an especially rough time to be homeless in Illinois. High heat and humidity lead to many deaths among the medically vulnerable. Our homeless neighbors are no exception. Church of the Incarnation will be providing shelter each Thursday evening from May - September. The shifts and opportunities available are listed below: Setup (6:00pm - 7:00pm) 1st Shift (6:30pm - 11:00pm)- Meal Serving, Checking in clients/guests, etc. 2nd Shift (11:00pm - 3:00am) - Admit late approvals, prepare lunches, monitor the site and sleeping guests, etc. 3rd shift (3:00am - 7:00am) - Monitor the site and sleeping guests, make coffee, wake up clients/guests, etc. Clean Up (6:00am - 7:00am) All volunteers must attend a mandatory orientation held at JOURNEYS (1140 E Northwest Highway, Palatine). Please Express Interest for more information about how to get involved this summer!

Arlington Heights, IL

Through10/1/21

Looking for volunteers to provide our clients with help in balancing their checkbooks. This would be about 2 to 3 times a week.

Arlington Heights, IL

Through6/5/20

Summer is an especially rough time to be homeless in Illinois. High heat and humidity lead to many deaths among the medically vulnerable. Our homeless neighbors are no exception. St. Colette Catholic Church will be providing shelter each Saturday evening from May - September. The shifts and opportunities available are listed below: Setup (6:00pm - 7:00pm) 1st Shift (6:30pm - 11:00pm)- Meal Serving, Checking in clients/guests, etc. 2nd Shift (11:00pm - 3:00am) - Admit late approvals, prepare lunches, monitor the site and sleeping guests, etc. 3rd shift (3:00am - 7:00am) - Monitor the site and sleeping guests, make coffee, wake up clients/guests, etc. Clean Up (6:00am - 7:00am) All volunteers must attend a mandatory orientation held at JOURNEYS (1140 E Northwest Highway, Palatine). Please Express Interest for more information about how to get involved this summer!

Rolling Meadows, IL

Through10/1/21

Mature individuals with good language and communication skills needed to staff a Legal Self Help Center at the Rolling Meadows courthouse. Volunteers must have basic computer skills and be willing to volunteer on a regular basis at least 1 time per month on Friday mornings from 9:00 AM until Noon. Volunteers assist people with civil court cases who do not have a lawyer, primarily by helping them access a legal self help website. There is some training involved.

Rolling Meadows, IL

Through6/30/20

About JOURNEYS | The Road Home is a non-profit agency providing both shelter and social services to the homeless and those at risk of becoming homeless in north/northwest suburban Cook County. JOURNEYS’ Young Professionals Board (YPB) members are caring and committed young professionals on a mission to encourage philanthropy and volunteerism amongst their peers, while broadening community awareness and involvement with the homeless in our area. YPB members are entrepreneurial, ambitious individuals dedicated to advancing the efforts of JOURNEYS through volunteering, fundraising, networking, and community engagement opportunities. Join members between the ages of 21-39 and attend exciting fundraising and networking events with JOURNEYS. Change the story for men, women, and families in 37 communities across our region who need our help. Why Join the YPB? In becoming a member, you will have the opportunity to plan and attend fundraisers, meet new people and attend networking events. You will become part of the next generation of leadership helping JOURNEYS achieve its mission. Benefits of Membership -Professional and leadership development opportunities through committee and event chairmanship -Exclusive volunteer opportunities -Member name listing on the JOURNEYS website and YPB Facebook page -Gain knowledge and understanding of the nonprofit sector -Network with other young professionals in the Northwest Suburbs of Chicago -Have fun in a meaningful way! Membership Expectations -Set/achieve personal fundraising goals -Attend 3 of the 4 YPB meetings -Participate on board committees -Support and attend YPB fundraising efforts/events -Attend a JOURNEYS Volunteer Orientation How to Join Express Interest to learn how apply to become a member of the YPB

Palatine, IL

Through3/31/21

Summer is an especially rough time to be homeless in Illinois. High heat and humidity lead to many deaths among the medically vulnerable. Our homeless neighbors are no exception. Willow Creek Community Church will be providing shelter each Monday evening from May - September. The shifts and opportunities available are listed below: Setup (6:00pm - 7:00pm) 1st Shift (6:30pm - 11:00pm)- Meal Serving, Checking in clients/guests, etc. 2nd Shift (11:00pm - 3:00am) - Admit late approvals, prepare lunches, monitor the site and sleeping guests, etc. 3rd shift (3:00am - 7:00am) - Monitor the site and sleeping guests, make coffee, wake up clients/guests, etc. Clean Up (6:00am - 7:00am) All volunteers must attend a mandatory orientation held at JOURNEYS (1140 E Northwest Highway, Palatine). Please Express Interest for more information about how to get involved this summer!

Des Plaines, IL

Through10/1/21

The Bridge Youth and Family Service's Young Professionals Board is made up of budding business-minded folks who want to network and raise funds for an outstanding cause: the social and emotional health of kids and families. The Young Professionals Board meets monthly, plans a fundraising event, and helps staff our yearly gala. This is a fun and rewarding opportunity for up-and-coming professionals.

Palatine, IL

Through12/12/20

Summer is an especially rough time to be homeless in Illinois. High heat and humidity lead to many deaths among the medically vulnerable. Our homeless neighbors are no exception. Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd will be providing shelter each Wednesday evening from May - September. The shifts and opportunities available are listed below: Setup (6:00pm - 7:00pm) 1st Shift (6:30pm - 11:00pm)- Meal Serving, Checking in clients/guests, etc. 2nd Shift (11:00pm - 3:00am) - Admit late approvals, prepare lunches, monitor the site and sleeping guests, etc. 3rd shift (3:00am - 7:00am) - Monitor the site and sleeping guests, make coffee, wake up clients/guests, etc. Clean Up (6:00am - 7:00am) All volunteers must attend a mandatory orientation held at JOURNEYS (1140 E Northwest Highway, Palatine). Please Express Interest for more information about how to get involved this summer!

Wheeling, IL

Through10/1/21

PATH’s Community Closet offers gently used clothing attire for newborn to adult all year long. After a minimal donation is made of $1 per person, families can choose clothing for their entire family. PATH is a 100% volunteer-run organization. We rely on social workers from partnered organizations to refer families to shop at the Community Closet. The Community Closet is stocked generously by donors locally and by organizations. We also provide school-age children with new socks and underwear. Volunteer opportunities for individuals, organizations or clubs are available on a one-time basis for 1-25 people or we can arrange a group to a dedicate one day each month. Tasks are sorting through donations, replenishing rooms with new donations, boxing up sorted clothes, straightening up rooms and more. It can be a great team building event while helping PATH and families that shop the closet. We also welcome your support organizing a drive for winter coats, snow pants, boots, new socks and underwear to help stock the closet. Come join our team, being better together.

Palatine, IL

Through10/31/20

CAC’s Emerging Leaders are a dynamic and diverse group of 22-35 year olds who actively engage in activities to help raise funds for and create awareness about CAC. The group presents a unique opportunity for young professionals in CAC’s community to collaborate, network and develop leadership skills while putting their skills, talents and passions toward a worthy cause. The group is recruiting new members willing to commit their time and talents to supporting children hope, heal and grow after abuse. Fall Event: Crawl for a Cause | Spring Event: Frames for Futures The Emerging Leaders are looking for individuals with: A passion for children A commitment to the mission of CAC & to help every child that walks through CAC’s door hope, heal and grow The drive and enthusiasm to, as part of a group, host successful fundraisers The ability to meet monthly in the Schaumburg/Hoffman Estates/Palatine areas The willingness to attend at least one of CAC’s agency fundraising events Openness to learn about non-profit organizations The Emerging Leaders meet monthly on a Tuesday evening in the Schaumburg area. Please reach out for more information!

Hoffman Estates, IL

Through1/31/21

Be the first friendly face and voice to welcome visitors and clients at our front desk. Duties would include answering phones, taking detailed messages, making reassurance calls to home bound seniors, and assisting with general office duties. Data entry skills would be a plus but not a necessity. In need of MON Afternoon 12-4 pm , TUESDAY 9am -12noon and 12noon -4pm, FRIDAY morning 9 am - Noon

Des Plaines, IL

Through10/8/20

Home-Delivered Meals Drivers for Schaumburg Township One Weekday per Week A little over one hour a week is all it takes to help an older adult remain independent in their own home! Home-Delivered Meals Drivers make a big difference in an older adult’s life. Last year our regular meals drivers delivered over 36,000 meals to at-risk, home-bound, older adults in Schaumburg Township and Elk Grove Townships. You use your vehicle to provide hot and nutritious meals, wellness checks and a friendly smile to home-bound older adults. Routes run during the noon hour. Routes are kept within 8 miles of your location in Schaumburg Township Each route takes about one and one-half hours to complete (from about 11:30 AM to 1 PM) Routes are driven during the normal business week (Mondays through Fridays; no weekends) (Kenneth Young Center is a local, community mental health and older adult services provider. For almost 50 years, we have served people to help them feel good, do better and find solutions. For more information, visit our website at www.kennethyoung.org )

Hoffman Estates, IL

Through12/4/20

Join the fun at Smart Farm's Spring Clean up, starting April 4th and continuing each Saturday in April from 10am-1pm. No experience necessary, just a good attitude and the desire to work. Please wear old clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty! Feel Free to bring your friends! Always remember to bring a reusable water bottle and sunscreen when you come to the farm. Directions: Address: 490 W. IL Rte 22, Lake Barrington, IL (***NOTE: follow our directions, or you will end up on the east side of 59) We are located just west of Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital and east of Kelsey Rd on the North Side of Rte 22. Please turn in the driveway and follow the gravel road to the back of the property. We will meet you in or around the greenhouse.

Barrington, IL

4/4/20 10:00 AM + more

We invite you to join our hospital team! We have many opportunities depending on your interests - patient care areas, lobbies, reception desks, clerical opportunities, gift shop, thrift shop and more! We place volunteers based on candidate's interests and schedule. Register on this site and Express Interest for further contact and information. Hope to hear from you soon!

Barrington, IL

Through6/19/20

Assist senior participants throughout DuPage County in a safe and timely manner with small tasks and friendly companionship. Essential Functions: • Perform small tasks for the senior participant – take out the garbage, change light bulbs, assist with moving heavy items/furniture, bring in the mail, put up or take down seasonal decorations, etc. • Provide conversation and social interaction and brief moments of companionship • Observe each senior participant at the time of the friendly visit – follow up with DCSS’s Daily Well-Being Check-up procedures and initiate action and/or follow-up • Report to DSCC if participant does not answer the door Position Requirements • Must have vehicle with valid driver’s license plates, insurance and driver’s license • Must be able to read a map and follow directions All volunteers must attend volunteer orientation and have a background check. This position is non-clinical and does not involve physical contact with the senior participant or involve transportation or the senior participant.

Lombard, IL

Through6/26/20

Looking for vibrant young professionals who are interested in developing leadership, communication, and team-working skills and seeking to impact their community through their energy and time and resources. The young professionals are needed to assist the mission of the Northern Fox Valley Habitat for Humanity by helping families with low income attain affordable housing. Location of current projects are in the Northern Fox Valley area. Young Professionals needed to bring a heart to serve and give back to the community by serving on committees or on the Northern Fox Valley Habitat Young Professionals Executive Board.

Carpentersville, IL

Through6/12/20

PROJECT MISSION: To improve quality of life and care for residents of long-term care facilities throughout suburban Cook and Lake county communities. PROJECT PURPOSE: To speak with residents and their family members at the facilities and to speak with concerned citizens in the community in order to empower residents so they are treated with respect, receive quality medical and personal care, are free to exercise self-determination. Educate residents, facility staff, and the public about long-term care residents’ rights and to advocate for individual and systemic improvements. QUALIFICATIONS: Be at least 18 years of age; have the ability to travel to long-term care facilities; have a sincere interest in promoting the well-being and protecting the rights of people in long-term care; have the ability to discover facts alleged in complaints and objectively determine whether the complaints are verified or not verified; be able to work cooperatively with residents and staff to resolve complaints; successfully complete required training; dedicate at least 4 hours per month at assigned facility preferably for at least two years; attend quarterly meetings and training. No nursing home experience is necessary. Volunteers choose their volunteer hours as Ombudsman have 24/7 access to the facilities as Certified Ombudsman. A background check is required through the Illinois State Police.

Chicago, IL

Through6/26/20

Do you enjoy being out on the trails in the Forest Preserves of Cook County? If so, you can volunteer while performing your favorite trail activity. Whether you are walking, biking or even riding your horse, you can be a visible and welcoming presence in the forest preserves. Monitor the trails for troubling conditions and report them to the Forest Preserves Police. To participate, attend a one-time training and orientation session and pass a background check.

Cook County, IL

Through6/26/20

One of the best ways for girls to learn new skills is to hear from someone who really knows their stuff! Would you consider yourself a subject matter expert on a specific topic? Do you have a talent/hobby you want to share? Do you want to inspire tomorrow's go-getters, innovators, risk-takers, and leaders? We're building an "Expert Connection", expert pool/speakers bureau to help Girl Scouts earn badgework, master new skills and learn from the best! We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to share their knowledge, skills and experiences at troop meetings, events and more. You can choose the details: the times you're available, how far you are willing to travel, and the ages of girls you're interested in helping. Take these steps to join the Expert Connection: Express your interest in the Expert Connection on this website. We will email you a form to complete that captures your contact information, your area(s) of expertise, availability and other interests. Your data will be shared in a spreadsheet posted for Girl Scout volunteers to view. Girl Scout volunteers will reach out to you directly to request your help. The safety and security of our girls and adult members is our highest priority and for this reason, we require that all Experts complete a criminal background check. Although not required for this position, we encourage all volunteers to register as member of Girl Scouts ($25/year). Financial assistance is available. No prior Girl Scout knowledge needed.

Through9/30/20