The Vietnam Memorial Traveling Wall
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
- Friday, September 27, 2019
- Saturday, September 28, 2019
- Sunday, September 29, 2019
- Monday, September 30, 2019
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
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 Wednesday 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
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]
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
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
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