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Almost 450 Volunteers Helped Pack 100,000 Nutritious Meals at Kids Against Hunger in March

Kids Against Hunger is one of the North Shore’s favorite community events that helps feed hungry people in Nicaragua and Local Food Pantries.

The Event: Kids Against Hunger

The Date:  March 17th, from 8:30-4

The Location: Winnetka Community House, 620 Lincoln Avenue in Winnetka

Questions?  Call The Volunteer Center at 847-441-7665 or email info@volunteercenterhelps.org

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Mark Your Calendar for VC 2022-23 Days of Service — and Watch for More Details to Come!
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The Volunteer Center sponsors many wonderful opportunities throughout the school year for you and your whole family to volunteer your time in service to those in need in our community. Click here for this year’s dates — and watch this website for more detailed information throughout the year about how you can make a difference at these fun community events.