The Vietnam Memorial Traveling Wall


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Event:

"The Moving Wall" is the half-size replica of the Washington, DC Vietnam Veterans Memorial and has been touring the country for thirty plus years. When John Devitt attended the 1982 dedication in Washington, he felt the positive power of "The Wall." He vowed to share that experience with those who did not have the opportunity to go to Washington.

We are seeking clinical psychologists, social workers, and counselors to over a 4 hour shift during four days.

For more information on The Moving Wall, please visit http://www.themovingwall.org/

Dates:

  • Thursday, September 26, 2019
    • 5pm to 12am
  • Friday, September 27, 2019
    • 12am to 12am
  • Saturday, September 28, 2019
    • 12am to 12am
  • Sunday, September 29, 2019
    • 12am to 12am
  • Monday, September 30, 2019
    • 12am to 4pm

Time: 4 hour shifts depending on schedule

Location: Hinsdale, Illinois

 

Site Captain: Margie Martyn; [email protected]

Register:  Please contact Margie Martyn if interested in volunteering​



Greater Chicago Food Depository  


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Event: Repack Session

The Greater Chicago Food Depository regularly needs volunteers to help with repacking donated food and other products. The repack session is a great introduction to the Greater Chicago Food Depository, the work we do here, and the need that we see in Cook County. A lot of the food we receive at our warehouse comes in bulk quantities and volunteers are scheduled to help us break it down into more manageable sizes.

In a repack session you might be sorting produce, looking over a shipment of bread, or repacking bulk dry goods (pasta, rice, beans) into smaller quantities. Together, we can properly and efficiently distribute quality food to participating food pantries, soup kitchens, and shelters in Cook County.

Group Size: 10

Date: Tuesday, October 15, 2019

Time: 9AM to 11:45AM

Location: 4100 W Ann Lurie Place Chicago, IL 60632

Arrival and Parking

Due to renovations underway at the Food Depository, volunteers should use the meter-free parking on Karlov Ave, or along Ann Lurie Place (42nd).  Parking on Keeler Ave (west side of the building) is currently reserved for construction vehicles and equipment.  During normal business hours, the parking lot is reserved for staff and guests with disabilities.  The parking lot is open to volunteers during W​​ednesday evening and Saturday sessions.


Site Captain: Open

If you are interested in becoming a site captain, please contact Human Resources at [email protected]

​Register Here​​​


Greater Chicago Food Depository  

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Event: Fresh Truck

The Greater Chicago Food Depository regularly needs volunteers to help with repacking donated food and other products. The repack session is a great introduction to the Greater Chicago Food Depository, the work we do here, and the need that we see in Cook County. A lot of the food we receive at our warehouse comes in bulk quantities and volunteers are scheduled to help us break it down into more manageable sizes.

The FRESH Truck is an innovative collaboration between the Greater Chicago Food Depository and health organizations throughout Cook County. Patients, who attend the FRESH Truck, are referred by their physicians based upon the results of a food insecurity screening.

Volunteer jobs at the FRESH Truck include staffing the check-in and health/ nutrition table, being a personal shopper, restocker and providing samples of the featured produce item.  Because of volunteer support, thousands of patients and their families have access to fresh produce.

Group Size: 3

Date: Thursday, October 17, 2019

Time: 12PM to 3PM

Location: 3525 S. Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60653

Arrival and Parking

Parking is available on the streets near the clinic.

FRESH Truck distributions are designed to take place outdoors; please plan for the weather accordingly.


Site Captain: Open

If you are interested in becoming a site captain, please contact Human Resources at [email protected]


Anti-Cruelty Society  

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Event: Toy Making

Building a community of caring by helping pets and educating people, the Anti-Cruelty Society shall: provide compassionate care for any animal in need, attempt to find a home for every healthy or rehabilitatable dog and cat that comes to us, intervene to prevent cruelty to animals, partner with the community to educate on animal issues and inspire compassion and respect and provide low or no cost spaying or neutering.

Crafting Crew participants will create cat and dog toys listed below.

Group Size: 20

Date: Wednesday, October 23, 2019

Time: 9AM to 12PM

Location: 169 W. Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL 60654

Arrival and Parking

Free parking is available inside our on-site garage located on N. Wells St., just south of W. Grand Ave.

Other Details:

All participants will have the opportunity to tour the facility and meet the animals available for adoption before beginning their project. PARTICIPANTS MUST BRING THEIR OWN SUPPLIES.

Wear comfortable clothing and closed toed shoes.  Individuals with pet allergies are encouraged to take proper preventative treatment prior to assisting.


Site Captain: Sabrina Wood; [email protected] 


La Casa Norte  

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Event:

La Casa Norte's mission is to serve youth and families confronting homelessness. We provide access to stable housing and deliver comprehensive services that act as a catalyst to transform lives and communities.

For more information on La Casa Norte, please visit http://www.lacasanorte.org/

Volunteer Tasks

  • Sort Donations in clothing closet
  • Create decorations
  • Clean/Organize our food pantry

Group Size: 10

Date: Thursday, October 10, 2019

Time: 9M to 12PM CDT

Location: 3533 W. North Avenue, Chicago, IL 60647


Site Captain: Sharon Mitzen; [email protected]

Register Here​​​​


Family Shelter Service

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Event: ​Second Chance Resale Shop

 Since 1976, Family Shelter Service has answered the call in our community to help victims of domestic violence escape abuse and rebuild their lives. We work to eliminate barriers, provide faster, greater and more equal access to services in an environment where survivors can feel supported and empowered to disentangle from their situation. Together, we are building community and providing lifesaving services and critical programs to serve our clients as they restore their self-worth and their lives.

Volunteer Tasks:

  • Donation Sorting
  • Assisting with pricing and hanging merchandise
  • Moving boxes and bags from one place to another 

Group Size: 4

Date: Thursday, October 24, 2019

Time: 10AM to 4PM CDT

Location: 1512 N. Naper Blvd, Naperville, IL 60563


Site Captain: Sandy Wolfrum; [email protected]

Register Here