Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteer Opportunities

If you’re looking to volunteer, this is a great place to start. Many nonprofits regularly post specific opportunities, so please scroll through the list and see if something is a good fit for you. If something interests you, simply complete the Contact form, and someone will be in touch with you. But remember, not all nonprofits post all of their volunteer needs, so if you don’t see something here, feel free to reach out to any of our Nonprofit Partners and offer your time and talents. They’re always happy to hear from potential volunteers Thank you for helping us helping others!

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Opportunities are listed in order of date posted

Tutor, Mentor, Role Model

Posted on November 29, 2023

Tutoring Chicago

Individuals and/or groups are encouraged to become tutors. With a group, we can try to arrange for tutors to be involved with their individual students in the same program and at the same site. If selecting the digital method, similar applies. Description: Tutoring Chicago is the largest one-to-one after school tutoring program offering consistent long-term…

We have both in-person and remote options. In-person site locations: Lincoln Park, West Loop or Near Hyde Park Digitally: Zoom
Opportunity Good For: Adults
Categories: Advocacy

Art from the Heart Program Volunteer

Posted on November 12, 2023

The Douglas Center

Can you color, paint, draw or enjoying helping those that do? You don’t need to be an artist for this opportunity! We are seeking volunteers to assist with participants in our Art from the Heart program. This volunteer service can be completed between the hours of 10:00am and 3:00 pm on Tuesday of each week….

The Douglas Center is located at 3445 Howard Street in Skokie, IL
Opportunity Good For: Adults
Categories: Arts & Culture

Peer Services Fundraiser, “Step Up for Recovery”

Posted on September 20, 2023

Volunteer at PEER Services’ annual fundraiser, Step Up for Recovery, a 1-mile walk and community-building event on the morning of September 30th, 2023, on Evanston’s Lakefront. By volunteering, you will help PEER raise the resources needed to offer critical substance use prevention programming and affordable treatment services for low-income teens and adults in the northern suburbs and north…

Evanston Lakefront
Opportunity Good For: Adults | Children Under 16 | Families | Groups | People over 16
Categories: Health & Wellness | Mental Health_services_ | Youth

Service group possibilities — please contact for additional information

Posted on June 30, 2023

Hadley School for the Blind

We do not have specific volunteer roles at our headquarters in Winnetka at this time but we are always excited to hear how people from the community believe they might be of service. We do have a Woman’s Board, a service group for young professionals in their 20s called Young Visionaries, and a Teen Board. These groups raise charitable donations for Hadley through events and activities. Please contact Joe Flint at (847) 784-2765 to learn more about either of these groups. Thank you!

Winnetka
Opportunity Good For: Adults, People Over 16
Categories: Disabilities, Education, Health & Wellness

Luxury Resale/Consignment Retail Sales Assistant

Posted on June 8, 2023

North Shore Exchange

We’re currently looking for Retail Sales Assistants for all of our stores to welcome customers and help them find just the thing they’re looking for! Volunteers work under the direction of the Store Manager to keep our stores and the merchandise looking its best to create a customer-focused environment for the people who come to…

Glencoe, Wilmette, Chicago
Opportunity Good For: Adults | Seniors
Categories: Community Service | Women’s Issues

Great Lakes Games Event Volunteer

Posted on May 10, 2023

Great Lakes Adaptive Sports Association

Volunteers needed for the Great Lakes Games, May 10-14th. Click here to sign-up! The Great Lakes Games is a multi-sport competition for Paralympic, emerging and novice athletes with disabilities. Join GLASA for its largest annual volunteer opportunity. Leadership opportunities available. No experience is needed. Training will be provided on-site! Volunteers must be 14+ years old….

Lake Forest, IL and West Allis, WI
Opportunity Good For: Adults | Families | Groups | People over 16
Categories: Disabilities | Health & Wellness | Youth

Money Follows the Person Advisory Committee

Posted on March 15, 2023

New Trier Township Social Services

Review grant requests from agencies that serve clients with mental and other disabilities.

Winnetka
Opportunity Good For: Adults
Categories: Disabilities, Seniors, Youth

Admin/Social Service Reception Desk Assistant

Posted on November 9, 2022

North Shore Senior Center

Are you dependable and pleasant with good customer service skills? A volunteer is needed to assist the Admin/Social Services Reception Desk staff by answering phones and assisting walk-ins. The volunteer may also assist staff with a variety of special projects. Positive personality and superior phone skills are a must. Training will be provided. The volunteer…

Northfield
Opportunity Good For: Adults, Seniors
Categories: Seniors

Help Assemble Meals

Posted on November 8, 2022

Several volunteers are needed to assist assembly of meals in our kitchen as part of our Home Delivered Meals and Kosher to Go programs. The ability to stand for up to 2 hours is required. If interested, please email volunteers@cje.net or call 773.508.4232.

Skokie
Opportunity Good For: Adults, Seniors
Categories: Health & Wellness, Seniors

Fundraising Volunteer

Posted on November 7, 2022

We are looking for an enthusiastic volunteer who enjoys making phone calls. This volunteer would follow a script and make thank-you calls to donors remotely or in person. Please call 773.508.4232 or email volunteers@cje.net, if you are interested.

Chicago
Opportunity Good For: Adults, Seniors
Categories: Seniors

AARP Tax Aide Program Tax Greeter

Posted on October 26, 2022

North Shore Senior Center

Greet those coming to the North Shore Senior Center to have their taxes prepared through the AARP Tax Aide Program. Distribute and review paperwork with clients and explain process. Must have knowledge of the Tax Aide Program process (training provided). Excellent customer service skills required. Volunteers must be discreet with and keep client’s personal and…

North Shore Senior Center
Opportunity Good For: Adults, Seniors
Categories: Advocacy, Seniors

AARP Tax Aide Program Tax Preparer

Posted on October 26, 2022

North Shore Senior Center

Tax preparer volunteers are needed to assist North Shore Senior Center clients and community members in completing and filing simple yearly tax returns. This service is intended for seniors but is open to all and is provided in conjunction with the AARP Tax Aide program. Preparers must have basic computer skills, strong communication and organization…

North Shore Senior Center
Opportunity Good For: Adults, Seniors
Categories: Advocacy, Seniors

Volunteer Photographer

Posted on October 26, 2022

North Shore Senior Center

Our Marketing team is seeking an individual who has an interest in photography. Volunteers are asked to take photos during North Shore Senior Center events.

North Shore Senior Center
Opportunity Good For: Adults, People Over 16, Seniors
Categories: Seniors

Senior Options Therapy & Counseling Administrative Assistant

Posted on October 26, 2022

North Shore Senior Center

Are you compassionate and a respectful listener? Our Senior Options Therapy & Counseling department is looking for a volunteer to assist new clients by explaining paperwork and helping them complete paperwork as needed. The volunteer will also assist with office work, assembling client packets, mailing client feedback surveys, and making reminder phone calls. Training will…

North Shore Senior Center
Opportunity Good For: Adults, People With Disabilities, Seniors
Categories: Advocacy, Health & Wellness, Seniors

Senior & Family Services Benefits Administrative Assistant

Posted on October 26, 2022

North Shore Senior Center

Are you organized, efficient, and good with phones and computers? We’re seeking administrative volunteers with customer service and basic computer skills to assist with our Older Adults Benefits Program! Tasks include answering phones and setting appointments, and confidentiality is required. Training will be provided. Openings are for our Niles office: Thursday or Friday mornings from…

North Shore Senior Center
Opportunity Good For: Adults, People With Disabilities, Seniors
Categories: Advocacy, Health & Wellness, Seniors

Senior & Family Services Community Care Program (CCP) Assistant

Posted on October 26, 2022

North Shore Senior Center

Are you a people-person in search of a meaningful volunteer position? NSSC’s Senior & Family Services is seeking volunteers who can help call participants for wellness checks and appointment reminders! The role also includes data entry and other special projects, along with light administrative duties like copying and filing. Volunteers must be organized, have good…

North Shore Senior Center
Opportunity Good For: Adults, People With Disabilities, Seniors
Categories: Advocacy, Health & Wellness, Seniors

Senior & Family Services Intake Administrative Assistant

Posted on October 26, 2022

North Shore Senior Center

Calling all administrative experts! Our Intake team is seeking detail-oriented volunteers who can help with phone, computer, and office work. Must be discreet with sensitive and confidential information. Training will be provided.

North Shore Senior Center
Opportunity Good For: Adults, People With Disabilities, Seniors
Categories: Advocacy, Health & Wellness, Seniors

AARP Tax Aide Program Tax Scheduler

Posted on October 26, 2022

North Shore Senior Center

Retrieve voicemails, return phone calls, and schedule appointments for the AARP Tax Aide Program. Must have knowledge of the Tax Aide Program process (training provided). Excellent data entry, phone and customer service skills are required. Volunteers must be discreet with and keep client’s personal and financial information confidential. The AARP Tax Aide Program runs from…

North Shore Senior Center
Opportunity Good For: Adults, Seniors
Categories: Advocacy, Seniors

Escorted Transportation Service (ETS) Coordinator

Posted on October 26, 2022

North Shore Senior Center

The Escorted Transportation Service (ETS) Coordinator volunteer coordinates rides to and from medical/dental appointments for older adults within a specified area of the North Shore utilizing a bank of North Shore Senior Center ETS volunteer drivers. Coordinators retrieve phone messages, return phone calls during their shift and work on a database (training will be provided)…

North Shore Senior Center
Opportunity Good For: Adults
Categories: Health & Wellness, Seniors

Escorted Transportation Service (ETS) Driver

Posted on October 26, 2022

North Shore Senior Center

Everyday seniors in your neighborhood may miss important medical appointments, simply because they can’t get there. Many have short-term illnesses or injuries that preclude them from driving while others have relinquished their licenses due to physical or mental constraints. You can remedy this situation by transporting seniors in your personal vehicle to and from medical…

North Shore Senior Center
Opportunity Good For: Adults
Categories: Health & Wellness, Seniors

2022-23 Power Soccer Program

Posted on October 21, 2022

Great Lakes Adaptive Sports Association

Thank you for your interest in volunteering for GLASA\’s Power Soccer Program! Practices will be held from 7:30-9:00pm at Glenview Community Center, with additional time before and after practice for volunteers. Volunteers will assist GLASA staff members and coaches by helping move equipment into the gyms, setting up the practice area, assisting with drills and…

Glenview
Opportunity Good For: Adults, Families, Groups, Internships, People Over 16, People With Disabilities
Categories: Disabilities, Health & Wellness

2022-23 Wheelchair Basketball Program

Posted on October 21, 2022

Great Lakes Adaptive Sports Association

Thank you for your interest in volunteering for GLASA\’s wheelchair basketball program! The GLASA G Cats have both competitive prep and varsity teams and compete throughout the Midwest. The game is played in a gymnasium on a regulation basketball court. The prep team plays on a 8½-foot hoop and is for beginners, while the varisty team plays on a 10-foot hoop for those interested…

Lake Forest
Opportunity Good For: Adults, Families, Groups, Internships, People Over 16, People With Disabilities
Categories: Disabilities, Health & Wellness

2022-23 GLASA Falcons Sled Hockey Program

Posted on October 21, 2022

Great Lakes Adaptive Sports Association

We are currently recruiting volunteers to help in a variety of volunteer positions. Please feel free to sign up for more than one volunteer position (as long as they don’t overlap)! If you have difficulty signing up or have any other questions, please feel free to contact Emily Higgins at volunteer@glasa.org or (847) 989-7743.

Lake Bluff
Opportunity Good For: Adults, Children Under 16, Families, Groups, Internships, People Over 16, People With Disabilities
Categories: Disabilities, Health & Wellness

Sleds Are Coming GLASA Falcons Sled Hockey Exhibition Game

Posted on October 21, 2022

Great Lakes Adaptive Sports Association

Thank you for your interest in volunteering for Sleds Are Coming GLASA Falcons Sled Hockey Exhibition Game at Lake Forest College! Just as in ice hockey, sled hockey is played with six players (including a goalie) at a time. Sled hockey follows most of the typical ice hockey rules with the exception some of the…

Lake Forest
Opportunity Good For: Adults, Families, Groups, Internships, People Over 16, People With Disabilities
Categories: Disabilities, Health & Wellness

Great Lakes Adaptive Sports Association

Posted on October 21, 2022

Great Lakes Adaptive Sports Association

Great Lakes Adaptive Sports Association (GLASA) will host its Second Annual Wheelchair Basketball Tournament, the Timmy G. Classic, in memoriam of one of GLASA\’s longtime wheelchair basketball athletes. Tim was a GLASA athlete from 2009 to 2018, with a presence on the court that will never be forgotten. His passion and never-give-up attitude made a…

Arlington Heights
Opportunity Good For: Adults, Families, Groups, Internships, People Over 16
Categories: Disabilities, Health & Wellness

2022 Adaptive Tennis Program

Posted on September 30, 2022

Great Lakes Adaptive Sports Association

Tennis Instruction is provided for beginner, intermediate, and tournament level players who are ambulatory (standing) or use a manual or power chair. In wheelchair tennis, the only rule change is that the player gets two bounces, if needed. Athletes are under the coaching instruction of Paralympian Paul Moran and Coach Mike Carrico. Volunteers are needed…

A.C. Nielsen Tennis Center (530 Hibbard Rd, Winnetka, IL 60093)
Opportunity Good For: Adults, Families, Groups, Internships, People Over 16
Categories: Disabilities, Health & Wellness, Youth

2022-23 Adaptive Yoga Program

Posted on September 30, 2022

Great Lakes Adaptive Sports Association

Thank you for your interest in volunteering for GLASA\’s adaptive yoga program! Yoga classes will be held throughout the year from 6:15-7pm. Volunteers are needed to assist with transporting any equipment or supplies, setting-up the mats, assisting GLASA support staff during the yoga session, and cleaning up after the program. Location: 847 Running Company (406…

847 Running Company (406 N Milwaukee Ave, Libertyville, IL 60048)
Opportunity Good For: Adults, Families, Groups, Internships, People Over 16, People With Disabilities
Categories: Disabilities, Health & Wellness, Youth

2022-23 Goalball Program

Posted on September 30, 2022

Great Lakes Adaptive Sports Association

Goalball is a Paralympic sport designed specifically for athletes with a visual impairment. Players compete in teams of three, throwing a ball that has bells embedded in it down the court to attempt to score a goal, while their opponents, using their bodies to defend the goal, try to stop the ball from scoring. The…

Dunbar Recreation Center (888 Dunbar Rd, Mundelein, IL 60060)
Opportunity Good For: Adults, Families, Groups, Internships, People Over 16, People With Disabilities
Categories: Disabilities, Health & Wellness

Event Volunteers Needed

Posted on September 7, 2022

Chicago Humanities Festival

Volunteers assist with crowd management, ushering, ticket scanning, and other audience services tasks for each of our events, all year round.

Our volunteers are the front line of events, interacting with people of all ages and abilities. Some shifts may require working outside. All volunteers must be comfortable working in high-energy settings.

Category: Arts & Culture
Opportunity good for: Adults, Families, Groups, Internships, People Over 16, People with Disabilities, Seniors
Type: Ongoing opportunity

Chicago
Opportunity Good For: Adults, Families, Groups, Internships, People Over 16, People With Disabilities, Seniors
Categories: Arts & Culture

Grant Writer

Posted on July 5, 2022

Building Peaceful Bridges

The need We are a young 501c3 charity with a big vision. The Grant Writer will use their evidence-based research, needs-assessment and intermediate to advanced grant-writing skills to establish a grant writing program that will be the first of its kind at our organization. The Grant Writer is passionate, positive, innovative and creative. Able to…

Glenview
Opportunity Good For: Adults, Internships, People With Disabilities, Seniors
Categories: Immigration & Refugees

Digital Marketing

Posted on July 5, 2022

Building Peaceful Bridges

Volunteers may assist with writing our digital publications which include: Quarterly reports, informational newsletters (e.g. Did You Know?), event announcements, and presentations.

Glenview
Opportunity Good For: Adults, Internships, People With Disabilities, Seniors
Categories: Immigration & Refugees

Event Planning

Posted on July 5, 2022

Building Peaceful Bridges

Volunteers may assist by organizing our quarterly education events (e.g. Learning Luncheon and Book Club), mentoring events (e.g. Family Fun Day), speaking events, and our Annual Event.

Glenview
Opportunity Good For: Adults, Families, Groups, Internships, People Over 16, People With Disabilities, Seniors
Categories: Immigration & Refugees

Advocacy

Posted on July 5, 2022

Building Peaceful Bridges

Volunteers may write, research, and participate in meetings regarding immigration policy changes/improvements. We are looking for someone to manage this program.

Glenview
Opportunity Good For: Adults, Internships, People With Disabilities, Seniors
Categories: Advocacy

Bridge to Belongings

Posted on July 5, 2022

Building Peaceful Bridges

Volunteers may help collect, sort, and deliver food, clothing, furniture and household items for refugee families. We are also looking for someone to manage this program.

Glenview
Opportunity Good For: Adults, Families, Groups, Internships, People With Disabilities, Seniors
Categories: Immigration & Refugees

Mentoring and Sponsoring

Posted on July 5, 2022

Building Peaceful Bridges

Our Volunteers support English language development, assist with job placement, provide tutoring, financial assistance, and physical and mental health support. They help families navigate their communities to find the resources they need to achieve self-sufficiency and a sense of belonging.

Glenview
Opportunity Good For: Adults, Families, Groups, Internships, People With Disabilities, Seniors
Categories: Education, Health & Wellness

Chicago Bears Mini Monster Football Clinics

Posted on June 15, 2022

YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago

Thanks to our amazing volunteers, we can put on super fun and educational programming like our upcoming Mini Monsters football clinic. We’d love for you to join us! Email us for more information on getting involved in this and other YMCA of Metro Chicago events at: cjungwirth@ymcachicago.org

Chicago
Opportunity Good For: Adults, Families, Groups
Categories: Health & Wellness, Youth

FOOD PANTRY PALS NEEDED

Posted on June 10, 2022

New Trier Township Social Services

The Township is looking for two hours, one day per week for six weeks* at our FOOD PANTRY. You pick the day of the week and time slot: from 11AM-1PM or 1PM-3PM. We have returned to in-person shopping at the Food Pantry and are in need of volunteers to greet and walk clients through the…

Winnetka
Opportunity Good For: Adults
Categories: Education, Health & Wellness, Seniors

Ongoing Volunteer Opportunities

Posted on May 27, 2022

Housing Opportunities for Women

HOW is always looking for individuals interested in making a larger commitment to supporting our work. There are a variety of ways to make a big impact on the agency and those we serve, including: Other ways you can help include: Please contact us for more details.

Chicago
Opportunity Good For: Adults, Families, Groups, People Over 16, Seniors
Categories: Education, Women’s Issues, Youth

Single Day Opportunities

Posted on April 27, 2022

Housing Opportunities for Women

Single-day volunteer opportunities include cleanup days at HOW buildings, assisting with community and client events, and providing expertise in specific areas. Volunteer to lead an enrichment activity such as yoga, resume writing, healthy eating, financial literacy, poetry writing, or dance. Opportunities include: Please contact us by email for more information.

Chicago
Opportunity Good For: Adults, Families, Groups, People Over 16, People With Disabilities, Seniors
Categories: Education, Women’s Issues, Youth

Communications Volunteers

Posted on April 27, 2022

Go Green Winnetka

Go Green Winnetka’s Communications Team is calling for volunteers to assist us in growing our influence and promoting sustainability in Winnetka and beyond. Specific strengths would be an aptitude for digital media and strong communication skills. We’re happy to train you. Are you a photographer? We’d love to enlist you to help us keep the…

Winnetka
Opportunity Good For: Adults, People Over 16, Seniors
Categories: Advocacy, Education, Environmental & Nature

Landscaping Help

Posted on April 27, 2022

We strive to keep all of our homes looking beautiful both inside and out. Each spring we do beautification projects to clear out all of the dead plants from the year prior and to plant new flowers for the year. We also perform maintenance on patios, fences, etc. as necessary.

Northbrook
Opportunity Good For: Adults, Groups, People Over 16
Categories: Disabilities

Packing Parties

Posted on April 27, 2022

We are always looking for volunteer groups to help us with our Packing Parties. This is a meaningful and fun volunteer activity for corporate groups, families, and community, civic and school groups.

Chicago
Opportunity Good For: Groups, Internships, Seniors
Categories: Health & Wellness, Youth

Join Our Communications Committee!

Posted on April 27, 2022

Go Green Winnetka

Along with the growth and outreach that Go Green Winnetka is currently experiencing come additional communications opportunities. Our Communications Committee is currently seeking people to help with: Keeping our Google Calendar up-to-date with upcoming events Updating our website Graphic design Desktop Publishing Photography Press Releases Copywriting Bonus: We are flexible on timing. Most of our…

Winnetka
Opportunity Good For: Adults, Internships, People Over 16
Categories: Advocacy, Education, Environmental & Nature

Volunteering at the Schmidt-Burnham Log House

Posted on April 26, 2022

Winnetka Historical Society

Have you ever wondered what it was like to live in the 1800s? Do you like games and lively conversation? Are you interested in the history of the North Shore? If one or all of your answers to these questions are yes, then we have an exciting opportunity for you! The Winnetka Historical Society is…

Winnetka
Opportunity Good For: Adults, Seniors
Categories: Arts & Culture, Education

Weekend Social Programming Support

Posted on February 15, 2022

TotalLink2 Community

Social Programming Support:We are looking for individuals that can offer their time at our weekend programs: This does not need to be an every week commitment.

Northbrook
Opportunity Good For: Internships, People Over 16, Seniors
Categories: Advocacy, Arts & Culture, Disabilities, Health & Wellness

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