Opportunities From: Giving DuPage

Volunteer: Help with Christmas Tree Lot to support The Outreach House

Why not sign up with some family or friends at the Christmas Tree Lot?!

It's the most wonderful time of the year - Tree Lot season!

Organization: The Outreach House

Why not sign up with some family or friends at the Christmas Tree Lot?!

It's the most wonderful time of the year - Tree Lot season!

Organization: The Outreach House

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Runs Until Dec 14, 2025

Zip Code: 60148

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Volunteer or Donate to TPC's Holiday Sharing Program

Teen Parent Connection's annual Holiday Sharing Program will take place December 15 and December 16 and we need your help to "stock our shop"! Our participant families so appreciate picking out items their loved ones will enjoy in our holiday shop! Please help us fulfill many holiday wishes this season by purchasing from our list! Tax ID: 36-3387304

Looking to donate your time and wrapping skills instead? We are looking for holly-jolly volunteers to help with wrapping gifts and cleaning up the shop after we close. Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0C45AFAE22A3FD0-59671560-holiday#

Organization: Teen Parent Connection

Teen Parent Connection's annual Holiday Sharing Program will take place December 15 and December 16 and we need your help to "stock our shop"! Our participant families so appreciate picking out items their loved ones will enjoy in our holiday shop! Please help us fulfill many holiday wishes this season by purchasing from our list! Tax ID: 36-3387304

Looking to donate your time and wrapping skills instead? We are looking for holly-jolly volunteers to help with wrapping gifts and cleaning up the shop after we close. Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0C45AFAE22A3FD0-59671560-holiday#

Organization: Teen Parent Connection

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Runs Until Dec 15, 2025

Zip Code: 60137

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Holiday Help at DPCC!

Assist residents to holiday events within the center! Volunteers will assist at the events and help push wheel chairs. Masks are required while working with the residents this holiday season. Please contact Elizabeth Butler if you are interested in signing up- 630-784-4260 or elizabeth.butler@dupagecounty.gov


Opportunity

Date

Time

# of volunteer needed

Giving Thanks Ecumenical Service

Wednesday November 26th

1:00pm-3:00pm 

8-15 Thanksgiving Holiday Concert  Thursday November 27th  1:15 pm- 3:30 pm  5-10 

Giving Thanks Bingo

Friday November 28th1

1:15 pm- 3:30 pm 

5-15

 
 

Holiday Banquet

Friday December 12th

10:30am- 1:30 pm 

5-10

Christmas Mass  Wednesday December 17th 1:00pm-3:30pm  8-15

Christmas Eve Ecumenical Service

Wednesday December 24th

12:45 pm- 2:30 pm

8-15

Holiday Concert 

Thursday December 25th 

1:15pm-3:30pm

5-10

Organization: DuPage Care Center

Assist residents to holiday events within the center! Volunteers will assist at the events and help push wheel chairs. Masks are required while working with the residents this holiday season. Please contact Elizabeth Butler if you are interested in signing up- 630-784-4260 or elizabeth.butler@dupagecounty.gov


Opportunity

Date

Time

# of volunteer needed

Giving Thanks Ecumenical Service

Wednesday November 26th

1:00pm-3:00pm 

8-15 Thanksgiving Holiday Concert  Thursday November 27th  1:15 pm- 3:30 pm  5-10 

Giving Thanks Bingo

Friday November 28th1

1:15 pm- 3:30 pm 

5-15

 
 

Holiday Banquet

Friday December 12th

10:30am- 1:30 pm 

5-10

Christmas Mass  Wednesday December 17th 1:00pm-3:30pm  8-15

Christmas Eve Ecumenical Service

Wednesday December 24th

12:45 pm- 2:30 pm

8-15

Holiday Concert 

Thursday December 25th 

1:15pm-3:30pm

5-10

Organization: DuPage Care Center

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 60187

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: ONGOING BASIC NEEDS DRIVE

Our children and families are in need of everyday essentials such as toilet tissue, paper towels, bleach, and laundry detergent. These basic necessities—often taken for granted—make a world of difference for families struggling to get by. Please consider helping us provide these much-needed supplies.

Organization: Abundant Children & Family Services Agency

Our children and families are in need of everyday essentials such as toilet tissue, paper towels, bleach, and laundry detergent. These basic necessities—often taken for granted—make a world of difference for families struggling to get by. Please consider helping us provide these much-needed supplies.

Organization: Abundant Children & Family Services Agency

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 60137

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Christmas in July Collection for the Troops

We need your help!  Items needed to pack our comfort and care packages that are sent to the troops in harm's way.  Our troops don't always have access to these everyday items we take for granted. We are preparing for our holiday stockings that we will send later this year.  Please consider collecting from the following list:

Amazon gift cards, small tissue packs, fragrance free laundry detergent sheets, coffee singles (no K-cups), starlight mints, Tic-tacs/Altoids, Flat ornaments (felt, crocheted, beaded, fabric) trimmable comfort insoles, small puzzle books, travel size: shampoo, conditioner, body wash, deodorant,etc., non-aerosol shave cream, flat non-liquid air fresheners

small toothpaste, travel-size alcohol free mouthwash, lip balm, cough drops, protein powder packets, individually wrapped snack cookies, granola/protein bars, peanut butter packets (no cups) UNO game cards, beanie babies, hot cider drink packets, candy canes, hot sauce packets. 

Bigger does not always mean better, we have postal and military restrictions on sizes.  No glass or aerosol please

For larger collections please call the office to schedule a date and time to drop off at our warehouse

 

Organization: Operation Support Our Troops-America

We need your help!  Items needed to pack our comfort and care packages that are sent to the troops in harm's way.  Our troops don't always have access to these everyday items we take for granted. We are preparing for our holiday stockings that we will send later this year.  Please consider collecting from the following list:

Amazon gift cards, small tissue packs, fragrance free laundry detergent sheets, coffee singles (no K-cups), starlight mints, Tic-tacs/Altoids, Flat ornaments (felt, crocheted, beaded, fabric) trimmable comfort insoles, small puzzle books, travel size: shampoo, conditioner, body wash, deodorant,etc., non-aerosol shave cream, flat non-liquid air fresheners

small toothpaste, travel-size alcohol free mouthwash, lip balm, cough drops, protein powder packets, individually wrapped snack cookies, granola/protein bars, peanut butter packets (no cups) UNO game cards, beanie babies, hot cider drink packets, candy canes, hot sauce packets. 

Bigger does not always mean better, we have postal and military restrictions on sizes.  No glass or aerosol please

For larger collections please call the office to schedule a date and time to drop off at our warehouse

 

Organization: Operation Support Our Troops-America

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 60565

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Diaper Drive

Help needy families whose health or finances have been impacted by the COVID19 crisis. Disposable and cloth diapers in infant and adult sizes are accepted, along with wipes and formula. Cash donations are also accepted and will directly benefit the diaper drive.  To learn more, please visit waynetwp-il.org/assistance/food or call (630) 231-7173. Drop off donations of diapers at any of the following locations during regular business hours:  Wayne Township Food Pantry - 27W031 North Avenue, West Chicago (this location drop off is Tuesdays from 9 am to noon, or by appointment by calling 630-231-7173. Hawthorne's Backyard - 1200 Hawthorne Lane, West Chicago Western DuPage Chamber Office - 306 Main Street, West Chicago Saint Andrew's Church - 155 N. Prince Crossing, West Chicago SCARCE - 800 S. Rowhling Road #D, Addison  
Hosted by DuPage County District 6 Board Member Sheila Rutledge and the Wayne Township Food Pantry. 

 

 

 

Organization: Wayne Township Pantry and Senior Services, NFP

Help needy families whose health or finances have been impacted by the COVID19 crisis. Disposable and cloth diapers in infant and adult sizes are accepted, along with wipes and formula. Cash donations are also accepted and will directly benefit the diaper drive.  To learn more, please visit waynetwp-il.org/assistance/food or call (630) 231-7173. Drop off donations of diapers at any of the following locations during regular business hours:  Wayne Township Food Pantry - 27W031 North Avenue, West Chicago (this location drop off is Tuesdays from 9 am to noon, or by appointment by calling 630-231-7173. Hawthorne's Backyard - 1200 Hawthorne Lane, West Chicago Western DuPage Chamber Office - 306 Main Street, West Chicago Saint Andrew's Church - 155 N. Prince Crossing, West Chicago SCARCE - 800 S. Rowhling Road #D, Addison  
Hosted by DuPage County District 6 Board Member Sheila Rutledge and the Wayne Township Food Pantry. 

 

 

 

Organization: Wayne Township Pantry and Senior Services, NFP

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 60185

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Parents' Pantry - Urgent Needs

The Parents’ Pantry is a place where Teen Parent Connection participants can shop for baby and personal items. Young parents can earn “Baby Bucks” by attending Teen Parent Connection meetings, keeping up with your child’s immunizations, attending school, etc. They can then “spend” their “Baby Bucks” in the pantry in exchange for wipes, diapers, formula, baby clothes and personal hygiene products.

Urgent Needs for Parents’ Pantry Diapers – Newborn – Size 5 Deodorant – Men & Women Shampoo and Conditioner Sets Lavender Bath Sets Mouthwash Dreft Laundry DetergentDisinfecting WipesTo view other needed items, please visit our Amazon Wish-list – HERE.

Any of the following items are gratefully accepted:

Diapers ALL personal hygiene products, toiletries, laundry detergent for Mom, Dad & Baby Bottles, pacifiers, sippy cups Baby proofing items, baby gates, first aid kits & emergency kitsChild's sunscreenBaby equipment (used) MUST be cleaned & up to date, no recalls – bouncy seats, swings, strollers New or gently used, washed, stain free SEASONAL clothing ONLY (sizes 0-5T)

Items we cannot accept at this time:

Drop side cribs, bumpers & mattresses Diaper pails Stuffed animals Opened food, formula or hygiene products Clothing (out of season, stained & unwashed) Older baby equipment & toys Car seats (used/expired) Breast pumps (used)

For more information about donating to the Parents’ Pantry or hosting a pantry drive, please contact Therese Crawford at 630-201-7338 or by email at theresec@teenparentconnection.org. Donations can be dropped off at one of our donation bins outside of each entrance, with receipts in the bins. 

Organization: Teen Parent Connection

The Parents’ Pantry is a place where Teen Parent Connection participants can shop for baby and personal items. Young parents can earn “Baby Bucks” by attending Teen Parent Connection meetings, keeping up with your child’s immunizations, attending school, etc. They can then “spend” their “Baby Bucks” in the pantry in exchange for wipes, diapers, formula, baby clothes and personal hygiene products.

Urgent Needs for Parents’ Pantry Diapers – Newborn – Size 5 Deodorant – Men & Women Shampoo and Conditioner Sets Lavender Bath Sets Mouthwash Dreft Laundry DetergentDisinfecting WipesTo view other needed items, please visit our Amazon Wish-list – HERE.

Any of the following items are gratefully accepted:

Diapers ALL personal hygiene products, toiletries, laundry detergent for Mom, Dad & Baby Bottles, pacifiers, sippy cups Baby proofing items, baby gates, first aid kits & emergency kitsChild's sunscreenBaby equipment (used) MUST be cleaned & up to date, no recalls – bouncy seats, swings, strollers New or gently used, washed, stain free SEASONAL clothing ONLY (sizes 0-5T)

Items we cannot accept at this time:

Drop side cribs, bumpers & mattresses Diaper pails Stuffed animals Opened food, formula or hygiene products Clothing (out of season, stained & unwashed) Older baby equipment & toys Car seats (used/expired) Breast pumps (used)

For more information about donating to the Parents’ Pantry or hosting a pantry drive, please contact Therese Crawford at 630-201-7338 or by email at theresec@teenparentconnection.org. Donations can be dropped off at one of our donation bins outside of each entrance, with receipts in the bins. 

Organization: Teen Parent Connection

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 60137

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Volunteer - Food Sort & Pack

Much of the donated food Northern Illinois Food Bank distributes needs to be inspected, sorted and packaged before it’s distributed to our hungry neighbors. We simply could not do this without the help of volunteers. Last year, volunteers donated more than 136,000 hours of their time, the equivalent of 64 full-time employees.

Whether you can volunteer once a week, once a month or once a year; individually or with a group of friends, family or colleagues, whatever your commitment, every hour of assistance helps us ensure our hungry neighbors will have access to food in their time of need.

Individuals, families, corporate and social groups are welcome! Children ages 8 and older can volunteer with families or in groups with adult chaperones. If you would like to register a group of 15 or more please call us directly at 630.443.6910 (press 2 to reach the Volunteer Team). If your group is less than 15, visit to www.SolveHungerToday.org/Volunteer for listings and availability.

Organization: Northern Illinois Food Bank

Much of the donated food Northern Illinois Food Bank distributes needs to be inspected, sorted and packaged before it’s distributed to our hungry neighbors. We simply could not do this without the help of volunteers. Last year, volunteers donated more than 136,000 hours of their time, the equivalent of 64 full-time employees.

Whether you can volunteer once a week, once a month or once a year; individually or with a group of friends, family or colleagues, whatever your commitment, every hour of assistance helps us ensure our hungry neighbors will have access to food in their time of need.

Individuals, families, corporate and social groups are welcome! Children ages 8 and older can volunteer with families or in groups with adult chaperones. If you would like to register a group of 15 or more please call us directly at 630.443.6910 (press 2 to reach the Volunteer Team). If your group is less than 15, visit to www.SolveHungerToday.org/Volunteer for listings and availability.

Organization: Northern Illinois Food Bank

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Organization Requirement: >10 years old

Zip Code: 60134

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Collect Gift Cards for Children

The children served by CASA of DuPage County have been removed from their homes, often in haste and leave behind many of their personal belongings.  In order to help bring comfort to their new surroundings, we collect gift cards for children and teens to purchase items such as personal incidentals, toiletries, clothing, or other needed items related to their everyday lives.  Gift cards give children and teens the power of choice to select what they would like.

CASA of DuPage County is looking for organizations, families or other groups to set up gift card collection programs in increments of $25 to places like Target, Walmart, Kohls, Amazon, or Meijer (or other similar stores) where children's families can purchase needed items.  

For more information, email Vicki Shaw at vicki@dupagecasa.org.

Organization: CASA of DuPage County

The children served by CASA of DuPage County have been removed from their homes, often in haste and leave behind many of their personal belongings.  In order to help bring comfort to their new surroundings, we collect gift cards for children and teens to purchase items such as personal incidentals, toiletries, clothing, or other needed items related to their everyday lives.  Gift cards give children and teens the power of choice to select what they would like.

CASA of DuPage County is looking for organizations, families or other groups to set up gift card collection programs in increments of $25 to places like Target, Walmart, Kohls, Amazon, or Meijer (or other similar stores) where children's families can purchase needed items.  

For more information, email Vicki Shaw at vicki@dupagecasa.org.

Organization: CASA of DuPage County

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 60187

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: make someone's day

Do you like to make people happy?

Have a skill or talent you like to show off?

Looking to spend some time making someone's day?

 

Come be a hospice volunteer!

 

Gentiva Hospice is looking for people who are interested in volunteering their time for one hour on three separate days (three hours total per month) sitting with one of our hospice patients and talking with him/her and/or sharing a skill or talent that you have and/or just hanging out and doing whatever else makes you both happy.

Lonely and tired seniors need attention and companionship from you.

Will you answer the call?

 

full training provided to everyone. volunteer near where you live or work even though our office is in Oak Brook. must be able to pass drug test, background check, and be fingerprinted. get as much help as you need. meet great people. make a difference.

no costs to you

Organization: Gentiva Hospice

Do you like to make people happy?

Have a skill or talent you like to show off?

Looking to spend some time making someone's day?

 

Come be a hospice volunteer!

 

Gentiva Hospice is looking for people who are interested in volunteering their time for one hour on three separate days (three hours total per month) sitting with one of our hospice patients and talking with him/her and/or sharing a skill or talent that you have and/or just hanging out and doing whatever else makes you both happy.

Lonely and tired seniors need attention and companionship from you.

Will you answer the call?

 

full training provided to everyone. volunteer near where you live or work even though our office is in Oak Brook. must be able to pass drug test, background check, and be fingerprinted. get as much help as you need. meet great people. make a difference.

no costs to you

Organization: Gentiva Hospice

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 60523

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Veteran Volunteer Task Force

Are you a veteran? If yes, be a part of a group dedicated to honoring those who served. Veterans helping veterans. Veterans serving veterans at end of life.

 

Gentiva Hospice is looking for veterans who will volunteer for veterans who have a terminal illness and are probably in their last year of life. Vets understand other vets...that is why we are creating a taskforce to plan, set up for, and lead veteran pinning ceremonies where we thank veterans for their service and give them a pin, a certificate, cake/beverage, and allow all vets present to tell their story. The veterans who are pinned are so grateful; the pinnings mean a lot to them.

Come be a part of our veteran taskforce! Apply today.

Also be paired up with one veteran you will be a friend to. Visit your veteran patient and spend time together, We have lots of ideas on what to do.

 

Full training provided. Must pass drug test & background check & fingerprinting. Pin veterans at the facilities and homes where they live. All military branches welcome. All questions answered.

Organization: Gentiva Hospice

Are you a veteran? If yes, be a part of a group dedicated to honoring those who served. Veterans helping veterans. Veterans serving veterans at end of life.

 

Gentiva Hospice is looking for veterans who will volunteer for veterans who have a terminal illness and are probably in their last year of life. Vets understand other vets...that is why we are creating a taskforce to plan, set up for, and lead veteran pinning ceremonies where we thank veterans for their service and give them a pin, a certificate, cake/beverage, and allow all vets present to tell their story. The veterans who are pinned are so grateful; the pinnings mean a lot to them.

Come be a part of our veteran taskforce! Apply today.

Also be paired up with one veteran you will be a friend to. Visit your veteran patient and spend time together, We have lots of ideas on what to do.

 

Full training provided. Must pass drug test & background check & fingerprinting. Pin veterans at the facilities and homes where they live. All military branches welcome. All questions answered.

Organization: Gentiva Hospice

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 60523

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: ONGOING FREE SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE

WE NEED NEW SCHOOL AND CLEANING SUPPLIES AND TOILETRIES:

Kindergarten

Pencil bag Crayons Colored pencils Washable markers 2 pencils Pencil grips Pencil sharpener Glue sticks Erasers Blunt-tipped scissors Plastic folders Wide-ruled notebook or pad Tissues Backpack Assorted construction paper Lunchbox or bag

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Elementary School: Grades 1-3

Pencil box Crayons Colored pencils Washable markers 2 pencils Pencil grips Pencil sharpener Glue sticks Erasers Index cards Blunt-tipped scissors Plastic folders Wide-ruled notebook or pad Tissues Backpack Assorted construction paper Lunchbox or bag Ruler

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Elementary School: Grades 4-5

Pencil pouch 2 pencils Pencil sharpener Highlighters Washable markers Erasers Personal organizer/ planner Three-ring binder Three-hole-punch Loose-leaf paper or spiral notebooks Plastic folders Glue Scissors Calculator Blue or black pens Book covers Backpack Lunchbox or bag Index cards Ruler Subject dividers

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Middle School & High School

Pencil pouch Blue or black ballpoint pens 2 pencils Pencil sharpener Highlighters Permanent markers Personal organizer/ planner Erasers Three-ring binder Three-hole-punch Loose-leaf paper or spiral notebooks Graph paper White-Out Protractor Ruler Scissors Graphing calculator Combination lock Book covers Backpack Lunchbox or bag Plastic folders Glue Post-it Notes Subject dividers Index cards

 

Cleaning Supplies

Swiffer Trash bags Air freshener Disinfectant wipes Laundry bag Detergent Fabric softener Stain remover Quarters for laundry

 

Toiletries

Toothpaste Toothbrush Body wash Shampoo and conditioner Deodorant Floss

Clorox wipes • Bleach • Hand sanitizers • Ziploc bags (sandwich, quart, and gallon) • Paper cups (3oz and 5oz) • Thermometers with Covers • Garbage bags • Masks • Gowns

 

Organization: Abundant Children & Family Services Agency

WE NEED NEW SCHOOL AND CLEANING SUPPLIES AND TOILETRIES:

Kindergarten

Pencil bag Crayons Colored pencils Washable markers 2 pencils Pencil grips Pencil sharpener Glue sticks Erasers Blunt-tipped scissors Plastic folders Wide-ruled notebook or pad Tissues Backpack Assorted construction paper Lunchbox or bag

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Elementary School: Grades 1-3

Pencil box Crayons Colored pencils Washable markers 2 pencils Pencil grips Pencil sharpener Glue sticks Erasers Index cards Blunt-tipped scissors Plastic folders Wide-ruled notebook or pad Tissues Backpack Assorted construction paper Lunchbox or bag Ruler

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Elementary School: Grades 4-5

Pencil pouch 2 pencils Pencil sharpener Highlighters Washable markers Erasers Personal organizer/ planner Three-ring binder Three-hole-punch Loose-leaf paper or spiral notebooks Plastic folders Glue Scissors Calculator Blue or black pens Book covers Backpack Lunchbox or bag Index cards Ruler Subject dividers

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Middle School & High School

Pencil pouch Blue or black ballpoint pens 2 pencils Pencil sharpener Highlighters Permanent markers Personal organizer/ planner Erasers Three-ring binder Three-hole-punch Loose-leaf paper or spiral notebooks Graph paper White-Out Protractor Ruler Scissors Graphing calculator Combination lock Book covers Backpack Lunchbox or bag Plastic folders Glue Post-it Notes Subject dividers Index cards

 

Cleaning Supplies

Swiffer Trash bags Air freshener Disinfectant wipes Laundry bag Detergent Fabric softener Stain remover Quarters for laundry

 

Toiletries

Toothpaste Toothbrush Body wash Shampoo and conditioner Deodorant Floss

Clorox wipes • Bleach • Hand sanitizers • Ziploc bags (sandwich, quart, and gallon) • Paper cups (3oz and 5oz) • Thermometers with Covers • Garbage bags • Masks • Gowns

 

Organization: Abundant Children & Family Services Agency

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 60187

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: In-Kind Donations for our Gifts & Thrifts Shop

DuPage Care Center's Gifts & Thrifts Shop is in need of on-going donations.

 

Dishware, Knick-Knacks, Jewelry, Toys, Wall Art, Small Furniture, Household Items, Seasonal Decorations, Crafts Items and Material, Clothing (machine wash only) for all ages and sizes.

 

Please no electrical items, large furniture or pianos or organs.

Donations are accepted at the reception desk in the main lobby from 8 am to 8:30 pm.  For more information, please contact Volunteer Services at 630-665-6400 ext. 0

All proceeds benefit the residents at DPCC.

Organization: DuPage Care Center

DuPage Care Center's Gifts & Thrifts Shop is in need of on-going donations.

 

Dishware, Knick-Knacks, Jewelry, Toys, Wall Art, Small Furniture, Household Items, Seasonal Decorations, Crafts Items and Material, Clothing (machine wash only) for all ages and sizes.

 

Please no electrical items, large furniture or pianos or organs.

Donations are accepted at the reception desk in the main lobby from 8 am to 8:30 pm.  For more information, please contact Volunteer Services at 630-665-6400 ext. 0

All proceeds benefit the residents at DPCC.

Organization: DuPage Care Center

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 60187

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Glenbard Parents as Teachers - Holiday Drive for Babies

We are looking for donations of items to meet critical needs of families with small children in our community. Glenbard PAT is a Home Visiting Program that serves families with children prenatally to age 3. This holiday season we are looking for donations of items to meet critical needs of our families.  One small gift can make a huge difference!

Gas Cards Diapers Wipes Baby Formula Feminine Products Walmart Gift Cards Jewel Gift Cards Aldi Gift Cards Caputo's Gift Cards Mariano's Gift Cards

Organization: Glenbard Parents as Teachers

We are looking for donations of items to meet critical needs of families with small children in our community. Glenbard PAT is a Home Visiting Program that serves families with children prenatally to age 3. This holiday season we are looking for donations of items to meet critical needs of our families.  One small gift can make a huge difference!

Gas Cards Diapers Wipes Baby Formula Feminine Products Walmart Gift Cards Jewel Gift Cards Aldi Gift Cards Caputo's Gift Cards Mariano's Gift Cards

Organization: Glenbard Parents as Teachers

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 60137

Allow Groups: Yes


Inkind: Pet Supply Donations

WSHS is always in need of the following items!

Paper Towels Anti-bacterial hand soap Dog Leashes (no retractable leashes) - 6 foot and 30 foot Food! Any canned cat, dog, kitten, and puppy food For dry food, we use only Purina One dog and puppy formula and Purina One cat and kitten formula Kitten milk replacement Pet Safe Ice Melt/Salt Dog and cat toys (we especially like Kong and Nylabone brands!) Postage stamps Hand Sanitizer Six-inch paper plates Disinfecting Wipes Ziplock Bags - Gallon and Quart Sizes Laundry Detergent

For more specific suggestions, click on the link below to check out our Amazon.com wish list. A portion of your purchase goes back to the shelter!

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/U9KTAA3S1WKE

We also have a Chewy.com wish list. Click on the link below, for more specific suggestions.

https://www.chewy.com/g/west-suburban-humane-society_b72994631

Give the gift of comfort. Donate a Kuranda bed!

https://kuranda.com/donate/3623

Give the gift of a Stretch and Scratch pad!

https://www.stretchandscratch.com

Medical items needed by WSHS

18, 22, 25 gauge needle First aid – qtips, cotton balls, alcohol, gloves, medical gowns, shoe covers 1, 3, 5, 10, 60 mL syringes Saline in bags (aka lactated ringers) – not dialysis Non-expired medication SHARPS containers We cannot use insulin or diabetes medication

For all other medical donation items, please take to Project CURE, 10305 Argonne Dr., Ste 200, Woodridge, L 60517. Donation hours are Mon-Thurs 9am – 3pm; Fri 9am - Noon

Organization: West Suburban Humane Society

WSHS is always in need of the following items!

Paper Towels Anti-bacterial hand soap Dog Leashes (no retractable leashes) - 6 foot and 30 foot Food! Any canned cat, dog, kitten, and puppy food For dry food, we use only Purina One dog and puppy formula and Purina One cat and kitten formula Kitten milk replacement Pet Safe Ice Melt/Salt Dog and cat toys (we especially like Kong and Nylabone brands!) Postage stamps Hand Sanitizer Six-inch paper plates Disinfecting Wipes Ziplock Bags - Gallon and Quart Sizes Laundry Detergent

For more specific suggestions, click on the link below to check out our Amazon.com wish list. A portion of your purchase goes back to the shelter!

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/U9KTAA3S1WKE

We also have a Chewy.com wish list. Click on the link below, for more specific suggestions.

https://www.chewy.com/g/west-suburban-humane-society_b72994631

Give the gift of comfort. Donate a Kuranda bed!

https://kuranda.com/donate/3623

Give the gift of a Stretch and Scratch pad!

https://www.stretchandscratch.com

Medical items needed by WSHS

18, 22, 25 gauge needle First aid – qtips, cotton balls, alcohol, gloves, medical gowns, shoe covers 1, 3, 5, 10, 60 mL syringes Saline in bags (aka lactated ringers) – not dialysis Non-expired medication SHARPS containers We cannot use insulin or diabetes medication

For all other medical donation items, please take to Project CURE, 10305 Argonne Dr., Ste 200, Woodridge, L 60517. Donation hours are Mon-Thurs 9am – 3pm; Fri 9am - Noon

Organization: West Suburban Humane Society

Opportunity Type: Inkind

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 60515

Allow Groups: No


Inkind: Retail and Gas Gift Cards

Bridge Communities accepts and distributes donated retail and gas gift cards to client families throughout the year.  These donations are very helpful to families when they experience an unexpected expense that can cause havoc to their limited budget. 

Gift cards: donate grocery or department store gift cards that can be given to client families on an as-needed basis.  Gasoline cards: All client families are required to work or attend school.  Gasoline gift cards are given to clients on an as-needed basis.

Please email mary.slade@bridgecommunities.org

Organization: Bridge Communities

Bridge Communities accepts and distributes donated retail and gas gift cards to client families throughout the year.  These donations are very helpful to families when they experience an unexpected expense that can cause havoc to their limited budget. 

Gift cards: donate grocery or department store gift cards that can be given to client families on an as-needed basis.  Gasoline cards: All client families are required to work or attend school.  Gasoline gift cards are given to clients on an as-needed basis.

Please email mary.slade@bridgecommunities.org

Organization: Bridge Communities

Opportunity Type: Inkind

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 60137

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Special Hair Care Drive for African American Families

Bridge Communities has many families who have special hair care needs and are unable to use general shampoos and conditioners.

Below are some specific products that would meet their specialized hair care needs. Donations of these products would be appreciated.

Aussie 3-minute miracle conditioner Creme of Nature Neutralizing Shampoo Blueberry Bliss Leave In Conditioner Jamaican Black Castor oil Shine Jam Styling gel Got2b Hair Spiking Glue or Styling gel Or any shampoo and/or conditioner of the following suggested brands: Shea Moisture, Aunt Jackie, Carol's Daughter, Miss Jessie

Please contact Mary Slade to learn more and arrange drop off of the donated items at a convenient location. mary.slade@bridgecommunities.org, 630-403-5098.

Organization: Bridge Communities

Bridge Communities has many families who have special hair care needs and are unable to use general shampoos and conditioners.

Below are some specific products that would meet their specialized hair care needs. Donations of these products would be appreciated.

Aussie 3-minute miracle conditioner Creme of Nature Neutralizing Shampoo Blueberry Bliss Leave In Conditioner Jamaican Black Castor oil Shine Jam Styling gel Got2b Hair Spiking Glue or Styling gel Or any shampoo and/or conditioner of the following suggested brands: Shea Moisture, Aunt Jackie, Carol's Daughter, Miss Jessie

Please contact Mary Slade to learn more and arrange drop off of the donated items at a convenient location. mary.slade@bridgecommunities.org, 630-403-5098.

Organization: Bridge Communities

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 60137-4539

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: In-Kind Goods needed for our Care Packages

In-kind donations and services are opportunities for you to support Phil’s Friends and help forward our mission to bring hope to those affected by cancer. Here are some ways you can contribute:

Care Package Items

Click for the full listing of our: Care Package Needs (including fleece-tie blanket instructions)

Click for the full listing of our: Hope Center/Office Needs

MOST URGENT NEEDS: Fleece Blankets for women, Playing Cards, Travel-sized unscented lotion, and toothpaste. Click here for our AmazonSmile charity wish list. Thank you in advance for your consideration! For questions and other inquiries, please contact us.  Donations may be shipped to either Hope Center (click “contact us” for address information).

Organization: Phil's Friends

In-kind donations and services are opportunities for you to support Phil’s Friends and help forward our mission to bring hope to those affected by cancer. Here are some ways you can contribute:

Care Package Items

Click for the full listing of our: Care Package Needs (including fleece-tie blanket instructions)

Click for the full listing of our: Hope Center/Office Needs

MOST URGENT NEEDS: Fleece Blankets for women, Playing Cards, Travel-sized unscented lotion, and toothpaste. Click here for our AmazonSmile charity wish list. Thank you in advance for your consideration! For questions and other inquiries, please contact us.  Donations may be shipped to either Hope Center (click “contact us” for address information).

Organization: Phil's Friends

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 60172

Allow Groups: No


Inkind: In-Kind Donations

We have a Wish List of items/supplies that we are in need of on our website www.AlmostHomeKids.org under the tab How to Help as well as on our Almost Home Kids Amazon Baby Registry. We update the list as our needs change. You can also contact us to set up a smaller; more specific Wish List for your group. We can only accept bran new items directly from the store - at this time we cannot accept any items from personal homes. Thank you for your consideration of supporting our mission 'behind the scenes'! Any questions please email Lisa Snow at lsnow@almosthomekids.org

 During the first full week of May - we are celebrate National Nurses Week and we are looking for community members that would like to help us recognize the amazing work our clinical team does by catering a small lunch or dinner for the day and/or night shifts of nurses. Lunch meal would need to feed approximately 10-12 nurses and the evening meal would need to feed 5 people. We also would love to spoil the nurses with small gift cards to local coffee shops or anything else you are able to provide. Please email Lisa at lsnow@almosthomekids.org for more details or to talk about ideas! 

Organization: Almost Home Kids

We have a Wish List of items/supplies that we are in need of on our website www.AlmostHomeKids.org under the tab How to Help as well as on our Almost Home Kids Amazon Baby Registry. We update the list as our needs change. You can also contact us to set up a smaller; more specific Wish List for your group. We can only accept bran new items directly from the store - at this time we cannot accept any items from personal homes. Thank you for your consideration of supporting our mission 'behind the scenes'! Any questions please email Lisa Snow at lsnow@almosthomekids.org

 During the first full week of May - we are celebrate National Nurses Week and we are looking for community members that would like to help us recognize the amazing work our clinical team does by catering a small lunch or dinner for the day and/or night shifts of nurses. Lunch meal would need to feed approximately 10-12 nurses and the evening meal would need to feed 5 people. We also would love to spoil the nurses with small gift cards to local coffee shops or anything else you are able to provide. Please email Lisa at lsnow@almosthomekids.org for more details or to talk about ideas! 

Organization: Almost Home Kids

Opportunity Type: Inkind

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 60540

Allow Groups: No


Inkind: Children's Toys and Games

Any appropriate children's board games, card games, coloring books/crayons/markers, and other toys that may be helpful in a counseling office.

Organization: Glen Ellyn Youth & Family Counseling Service

Any appropriate children's board games, card games, coloring books/crayons/markers, and other toys that may be helpful in a counseling office.

Organization: Glen Ellyn Youth & Family Counseling Service

Opportunity Type: Inkind

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 60137

Allow Groups: No


Inkind: In kind donations

Master's Touch Men's Ministry has an ongoing need for personal hygiene items. Items most needed include: Toothbrushes, toothpaste, deodorant, soap, razors, shaving cream, Ibuprofen/aspirin/Advil/Tylenol, over-the-counter cold remedies (alcohol-free). We will pick up these items or they can be delivered. Please contact Rebecca Monrean for further information at 630-723-3421 or rmonrean@waysidecross.org.

Organization: Wayside Cross Ministries

Master's Touch Men's Ministry has an ongoing need for personal hygiene items. Items most needed include: Toothbrushes, toothpaste, deodorant, soap, razors, shaving cream, Ibuprofen/aspirin/Advil/Tylenol, over-the-counter cold remedies (alcohol-free). We will pick up these items or they can be delivered. Please contact Rebecca Monrean for further information at 630-723-3421 or rmonrean@waysidecross.org.

Organization: Wayside Cross Ministries

Opportunity Type: Inkind

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 60505

Allow Groups: No


Inkind: Holiday Wish List

One way to help is our Amazon Wish List!  All items get shipped directly to Little Giraffe Foundation and will help spread some holiday cheer in local hospitals.  One add-on toy can make a huge impact on a tiny preemie's family.  Sharing this link for us however you can would help so much.  Can you share on Facebook?  Or Twitter?  http://amzn.to/1iBZ4yD   Thank you!

Organization: Little Giraffe Foundation

One way to help is our Amazon Wish List!  All items get shipped directly to Little Giraffe Foundation and will help spread some holiday cheer in local hospitals.  One add-on toy can make a huge impact on a tiny preemie's family.  Sharing this link for us however you can would help so much.  Can you share on Facebook?  Or Twitter?  http://amzn.to/1iBZ4yD   Thank you!

Organization: Little Giraffe Foundation

Opportunity Type: Inkind

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 60603

Allow Groups: No


Inkind: In-kind Donations for our Birth Parent Services Program

We accept donations during regular business hours. Items that will benefit the women and newborns we serve include:

Diapers Personal Care Items/Tolietries Gently Used Baby Equipment (car seat, pack 'n play) Gas and Grocery Gift Cards

Organization: Holt International

We accept donations during regular business hours. Items that will benefit the women and newborns we serve include:

Diapers Personal Care Items/Tolietries Gently Used Baby Equipment (car seat, pack 'n play) Gas and Grocery Gift Cards

Organization: Holt International

Opportunity Type: Inkind

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 60440

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Xmas stockings for Foster kids!

The holidays are a tough time for kids living in foster care. Will you help fill their Christmas stockings to bring them some joy for the holidays? We have created an amazon wish list to make it easy to give, but if you have teenagers at home, they always have the best ideas on what the coolest gifts are and it's a great way to teach and involve them in giving back!

Foster Kids Xmas wish list- Amazon

Thank you for fostering love this holiday season!

When ordering, please consider leaving your email or address in the notes so we can properly thank you!

Organization: Our Children's Homestead

The holidays are a tough time for kids living in foster care. Will you help fill their Christmas stockings to bring them some joy for the holidays? We have created an amazon wish list to make it easy to give, but if you have teenagers at home, they always have the best ideas on what the coolest gifts are and it's a great way to teach and involve them in giving back!

Foster Kids Xmas wish list- Amazon

Thank you for fostering love this holiday season!

When ordering, please consider leaving your email or address in the notes so we can properly thank you!

Organization: Our Children's Homestead

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 60563

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Talent Volunteer

You have talent that is begging to be shared!   Because our seniors love to be engaged, entertained, and motivated you can make a difference in the quality of life of adults with dementia and other physical and mental challenges with your talents.   A wide variety of talents include:

Reading Sharing travel adventures Demonstrating a craft Music Poetry Artwork Reminiscing 

Organization: Community Adult Day Center

You have talent that is begging to be shared!   Because our seniors love to be engaged, entertained, and motivated you can make a difference in the quality of life of adults with dementia and other physical and mental challenges with your talents.   A wide variety of talents include:

Reading Sharing travel adventures Demonstrating a craft Music Poetry Artwork Reminiscing 

Organization: Community Adult Day Center

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 60515

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Wish List Needs at Ronald McDonald House

Top 10 Most Needed Items

Individually wrapped snacks (chips, cookies, crackers, etc.) Individually cereal K-Cups Individual portion of soup/mac n cheese Drawstring Garbage Bags (kitchen and larger) Laundry Detergent Cleaning supplies:  Lysol Wipes, Scrubbing Bubbles, toilet bowl cleaner, Windex, Soft Scrub & all purpose cleaner. Gift cards to Target, Amazon, Jewel, Home Depot, Sam’s Club/Walmart, OfficeMax, Home Depot, Bed Bath and Beyond, CVS & Walgreens. Postage stamps White Copy Paper 8.5 X 11

We kindly accept new, unused, recently purchased and unexpired items and greatly appreciate environmentally-friendly products.

 

Organization: Ronald McDonald House Charities of Chicagoland & Northwest Indiana

Top 10 Most Needed Items

Individually wrapped snacks (chips, cookies, crackers, etc.) Individually cereal K-Cups Individual portion of soup/mac n cheese Drawstring Garbage Bags (kitchen and larger) Laundry Detergent Cleaning supplies:  Lysol Wipes, Scrubbing Bubbles, toilet bowl cleaner, Windex, Soft Scrub & all purpose cleaner. Gift cards to Target, Amazon, Jewel, Home Depot, Sam’s Club/Walmart, OfficeMax, Home Depot, Bed Bath and Beyond, CVS & Walgreens. Postage stamps White Copy Paper 8.5 X 11

We kindly accept new, unused, recently purchased and unexpired items and greatly appreciate environmentally-friendly products.

 

Organization: Ronald McDonald House Charities of Chicagoland & Northwest Indiana

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 60190

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Team Volunteer with Ronald McDonald House Charities

Purpose: Ronald McDonald House Charities of Chicagoland & Northwest Indiana (RMHC-CNI) provides housing, support and community so families with sick children can stay together.  Team Volunteers are integral to this work by helping with the day-to-day operations of our Houses and Family Rooms.  No two days as a Team Volunteer are alike, and these flexible, passionate individuals handle a variety of tasks to ensure our locations run smoothly for the families we serve. 

 

Locations:

RMH near Advocate Children’s Hospital: 4410 W. 93rd, Oak Lawn, IL 60453 RMH near Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital: ON150 Winfield Rd., Winfield, IL 60190 RMH near Loyola University Medical Center: 1 Airmail Rd., Hines, IL 60141 RMH near Lurie Children’s: 211 E. Grand Ave., Chicago, IL 60611 RMH near UChicago Medicine Comer Children’s Hospital: 5444 S. Drexel Ave., Chicago, IL 60615

 

Key Responsibilities:

Interact professionally with guests, other volunteers, donors, visitors and RMHC-CNI staff. Complete simple household tasks and maintain a clean and functional space.  Responsibilities vary widely but may include: cleaning, doing laundry, and changing light bulbs, as well as restocking or organizing common spaces, kitchens and storage areas. Work at the front desk to welcome and assist guests, accept donations, assist with administrative projects and answer the phone. Give tours to volunteer groups, families and other visitors. Help families by preparing guest rooms for their arrival, answering basic questions and directing them throughout the House or Family Room. Assist with the preparation for and/or cleanup of volunteer group activities. Remain flexible and willing to complete wide-ranging tasks to meet current needs.

 

Qualifications:

Fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and able/willing to show proof of vaccination in order to participate at RMHC-CNI locations. Agreement with and alignment to all RMHC-CNI rules, policies and protocols, including our current, post-COVID participation requirements. Must be at least 18 years of age. Ability to work professionally and collaboratively with other volunteers and RMHC-CNI staff. Desire to create and maintain a caring and compassionate environment for guest families. Willingness to engage with and provide service to all families and visitors. Volunteers must be dependable, trustworthy, friendly and flexible.

 

Time Commitment and Scheduling:

Volunteers must commit to two set, recurring shifts each month for at least one year. Team Volunteer shifts occur seven days a week, and are 3-4 hours long (location dependent).

 

Training and Support:

Volunteers must complete an orientation session, background check and on-site shadow shifts. Team Volunteers report to RMHC-CNI staff at each location.

 

Applying:

Interested individuals can submit an online application via the RMHC-CNI website: https://rmhccni.org/get-involved/individual-volunteer/

 

RMHC-CNI Contact:

Contact Brittany Wright, Director of Volunteer Services, at bwright@rmhccni.org.

Organization: Ronald McDonald House Charities of Chicagoland & Northwest Indiana

Purpose: Ronald McDonald House Charities of Chicagoland & Northwest Indiana (RMHC-CNI) provides housing, support and community so families with sick children can stay together.  Team Volunteers are integral to this work by helping with the day-to-day operations of our Houses and Family Rooms.  No two days as a Team Volunteer are alike, and these flexible, passionate individuals handle a variety of tasks to ensure our locations run smoothly for the families we serve. 

 

Locations:

RMH near Advocate Children’s Hospital: 4410 W. 93rd, Oak Lawn, IL 60453 RMH near Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital: ON150 Winfield Rd., Winfield, IL 60190 RMH near Loyola University Medical Center: 1 Airmail Rd., Hines, IL 60141 RMH near Lurie Children’s: 211 E. Grand Ave., Chicago, IL 60611 RMH near UChicago Medicine Comer Children’s Hospital: 5444 S. Drexel Ave., Chicago, IL 60615

 

Key Responsibilities:

Interact professionally with guests, other volunteers, donors, visitors and RMHC-CNI staff. Complete simple household tasks and maintain a clean and functional space.  Responsibilities vary widely but may include: cleaning, doing laundry, and changing light bulbs, as well as restocking or organizing common spaces, kitchens and storage areas. Work at the front desk to welcome and assist guests, accept donations, assist with administrative projects and answer the phone. Give tours to volunteer groups, families and other visitors. Help families by preparing guest rooms for their arrival, answering basic questions and directing them throughout the House or Family Room. Assist with the preparation for and/or cleanup of volunteer group activities. Remain flexible and willing to complete wide-ranging tasks to meet current needs.

 

Qualifications:

Fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and able/willing to show proof of vaccination in order to participate at RMHC-CNI locations. Agreement with and alignment to all RMHC-CNI rules, policies and protocols, including our current, post-COVID participation requirements. Must be at least 18 years of age. Ability to work professionally and collaboratively with other volunteers and RMHC-CNI staff. Desire to create and maintain a caring and compassionate environment for guest families. Willingness to engage with and provide service to all families and visitors. Volunteers must be dependable, trustworthy, friendly and flexible.

 

Time Commitment and Scheduling:

Volunteers must commit to two set, recurring shifts each month for at least one year. Team Volunteer shifts occur seven days a week, and are 3-4 hours long (location dependent).

 

Training and Support:

Volunteers must complete an orientation session, background check and on-site shadow shifts. Team Volunteers report to RMHC-CNI staff at each location.

 

Applying:

Interested individuals can submit an online application via the RMHC-CNI website: https://rmhccni.org/get-involved/individual-volunteer/

 

RMHC-CNI Contact:

Contact Brittany Wright, Director of Volunteer Services, at bwright@rmhccni.org.

Organization: Ronald McDonald House Charities of Chicagoland & Northwest Indiana

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 60190

Allow Groups: No


Inkind: Household Donations

We are currently in need of:

Household

Coffee Makers (New Please) Paper Plates (Regular Size Please) Paper Towels

Cleaning Supplies

All Purpose Cleaner e.g., Mr. Clean, Fabuloso (Standard Size Please) Bathroom cleaning Spray e.g., Clorox, Scrubbing Bubbles Liquid Laundry Soap (Standard Size Please) Dish Soap Glass Cleaner Disinfectant Spray (Lysol) Kitchen Sponges

We are always in need of cleaning supplies, all purpose cleaners, dish soap and laundry detergent.

Organization: Midwest Shelter for Homeless Veterans, Inc.

We are currently in need of:

Household

Coffee Makers (New Please) Paper Plates (Regular Size Please) Paper Towels

Cleaning Supplies

All Purpose Cleaner e.g., Mr. Clean, Fabuloso (Standard Size Please) Bathroom cleaning Spray e.g., Clorox, Scrubbing Bubbles Liquid Laundry Soap (Standard Size Please) Dish Soap Glass Cleaner Disinfectant Spray (Lysol) Kitchen Sponges

We are always in need of cleaning supplies, all purpose cleaners, dish soap and laundry detergent.

Organization: Midwest Shelter for Homeless Veterans, Inc.

Opportunity Type: Inkind

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 60187

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Gift Card Donations

Have a gift card you don’t need? We can always use gift cards to purchase items for distribution to our guests. These can be delivered during our hours of operation (see below).

Organization: The Outreach House

Have a gift card you don’t need? We can always use gift cards to purchase items for distribution to our guests. These can be delivered during our hours of operation (see below).

Organization: The Outreach House

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 60148

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Toys (New) & Gift Cards (New) - In-kind Items

Special Projects & Collections New Toys & Gifts
New toys for boys and girls ages 1-12 $20-$25 gift cards to stores like Walmart, Target and Kohl's New hats, scarves, gloves and winter coats Make-up and cologne gift baskets Gift baskets for the whole family New children's books and games Gifts for teen girls and boys 13-17 years

 

You can drop off your donation at our warehouse located at 5111 Chase Ave., Downers Grove, IL 60515.

 

We have friendly volunteers looking forward to assisting you Monday-Friday from 9am until 3pm and on Saturdays from 9am until Noon.

Organization: Sharing Connections

Special Projects & Collections New Toys & Gifts
New toys for boys and girls ages 1-12 $20-$25 gift cards to stores like Walmart, Target and Kohl's New hats, scarves, gloves and winter coats Make-up and cologne gift baskets Gift baskets for the whole family New children's books and games Gifts for teen girls and boys 13-17 years

 

You can drop off your donation at our warehouse located at 5111 Chase Ave., Downers Grove, IL 60515.

 

We have friendly volunteers looking forward to assisting you Monday-Friday from 9am until 3pm and on Saturdays from 9am until Noon.

Organization: Sharing Connections

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 60515

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Bathroom, Kitchen & Housewares (new or gently used) In-kind Items

In-Kind Donations Bathroom, Kitchen & Housewares (new or gently used) It takes more then just furniture to serve a family - that is why we also provide housewares to each family when there is a need. See the list below: Dishes Cups/Glasses Flatware Pots & Pans Tupperware Cooking Utensils Bakeware Irons/Boards Toasters, Toaster Ovens Blenders Microwaves Kitchen/Bathroom Towels Small Decorative Items Toaster Vacuums

You can drop off your donation at our warehouse located at 5111 Chase Ave., Downers Grove, IL 60515.

 

We have friendly volunteers looking forward to assisting you Monday-Friday from 9am until 3pm and on Saturdays from 9am until Noon.

Organization: Sharing Connections

In-Kind Donations Bathroom, Kitchen & Housewares (new or gently used) It takes more then just furniture to serve a family - that is why we also provide housewares to each family when there is a need. See the list below: Dishes Cups/Glasses Flatware Pots & Pans Tupperware Cooking Utensils Bakeware Irons/Boards Toasters, Toaster Ovens Blenders Microwaves Kitchen/Bathroom Towels Small Decorative Items Toaster Vacuums

You can drop off your donation at our warehouse located at 5111 Chase Ave., Downers Grove, IL 60515.

 

We have friendly volunteers looking forward to assisting you Monday-Friday from 9am until 3pm and on Saturdays from 9am until Noon.

Organization: Sharing Connections

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 60515

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Baby Items (new and gently used) In-kind Items

New mothers are top on our priority list - as it's important they have what they need for the little ones in their lives. See the list below: Cribs (non-drop side) / Portable Cribs Crib Mattresses Toddler Beds Car Seats (under 6 yrs. old) Strollers High Chairs Booster Seats Changing Table New Diapers and Wipes New Baby Bottles New Pacifiers  All Infant Clothing  

 

You can drop off your donation at our warehouse located at 5111 Chase Ave., Downers Grove, IL 60515.

 

We have friendly volunteers looking forward to assisting you Monday-Friday from 9am until 3pm and on Saturdays from 9am until Noon.

Organization: Sharing Connections

New mothers are top on our priority list - as it's important they have what they need for the little ones in their lives. See the list below: Cribs (non-drop side) / Portable Cribs Crib Mattresses Toddler Beds Car Seats (under 6 yrs. old) Strollers High Chairs Booster Seats Changing Table New Diapers and Wipes New Baby Bottles New Pacifiers  All Infant Clothing  

 

You can drop off your donation at our warehouse located at 5111 Chase Ave., Downers Grove, IL 60515.

 

We have friendly volunteers looking forward to assisting you Monday-Friday from 9am until 3pm and on Saturdays from 9am until Noon.

Organization: Sharing Connections

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 60515

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Clothing & Misc items (new or gently used) In-kind Items

In-Kind Donations Clothing & Misc items (new or gently used) Clothing (all seasons) Shoes Socks Underwear (New Only) Purses New School Supplies New Book Bags New Toys Picture Frames, Paintings and small home decorations 

You can drop off your donation at our warehouse located at 5111 Chase Ave., Downers Grove, IL 60515.

 

We have friendly volunteers looking forward to assisting you Monday-Friday from 9am until 3pm and on Saturdays from 9am until Noon.

Organization: Sharing Connections

In-Kind Donations Clothing & Misc items (new or gently used) Clothing (all seasons) Shoes Socks Underwear (New Only) Purses New School Supplies New Book Bags New Toys Picture Frames, Paintings and small home decorations 

You can drop off your donation at our warehouse located at 5111 Chase Ave., Downers Grove, IL 60515.

 

We have friendly volunteers looking forward to assisting you Monday-Friday from 9am until 3pm and on Saturdays from 9am until Noon.

Organization: Sharing Connections

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 60515

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Help a preteen celebrate their birthday!

The goal of the Children’s Project is to provide children with nutritional support at critical times of the year, a beautiful birthday box to celebrate their birthday, and school supplies for those children of school age.

We now are providing gifts for children turning 12 years old.  But we need items to fill their boxes. Below are items you can donate to help us celebrate these preteens. ** all gifts are new**

1. Books - soft or hardcover
2. Board Games
3. Craft & Science Kits
4. Legos
5. Notebook paper & Notebooks (wide rule)

The goal is to create wonderful birthday memories to last a lifetime and to give children the opportunity to celebrate their special days with their family.  

Please no violence related toys or books.

Organization: Humanitarian Service Project

The goal of the Children’s Project is to provide children with nutritional support at critical times of the year, a beautiful birthday box to celebrate their birthday, and school supplies for those children of school age.

We now are providing gifts for children turning 12 years old.  But we need items to fill their boxes. Below are items you can donate to help us celebrate these preteens. ** all gifts are new**

1. Books - soft or hardcover
2. Board Games
3. Craft & Science Kits
4. Legos
5. Notebook paper & Notebooks (wide rule)

The goal is to create wonderful birthday memories to last a lifetime and to give children the opportunity to celebrate their special days with their family.  

Please no violence related toys or books.

Organization: Humanitarian Service Project

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 60188

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Help make Christmas Merry for Children and Seniors!

We need your help to make Christmas merry for over 1,600 children and seniors hoping for presents under the tree.  

Our goal is to provide every child with a book, toys, and a $25 gift card.  We aim to provide every senior with two $25 gift cards. Here are two ways that you can be Santa's helper:   

1. Purchase a $25 gift card to Target or Walmart.
(Preferred stores of clients)

2. Purchase toys or host a toy drive. We need toys for kids ages 3 - 15 years old.

 

Mail or drop it by our center Monday - Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM.  465 Randy Road, Carol Stream, IL 60188

Organization: Humanitarian Service Project

We need your help to make Christmas merry for over 1,600 children and seniors hoping for presents under the tree.  

Our goal is to provide every child with a book, toys, and a $25 gift card.  We aim to provide every senior with two $25 gift cards. Here are two ways that you can be Santa's helper:   

1. Purchase a $25 gift card to Target or Walmart.
(Preferred stores of clients)

2. Purchase toys or host a toy drive. We need toys for kids ages 3 - 15 years old.

 

Mail or drop it by our center Monday - Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM.  465 Randy Road, Carol Stream, IL 60188

Organization: Humanitarian Service Project

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 60188-2119

Allow Groups: Yes


Inkind: Items for Babies (Once & Done)

Need for Diapers, (sizes 1,2,3) wipes, Baby Laundrey Detergent, Baby Bath, Diaper Rash Cream  etc.

Anything that you would use and it would be used up immediately.

"Once & Done"

Organization: Evangelical Child and Family Agency

Need for Diapers, (sizes 1,2,3) wipes, Baby Laundrey Detergent, Baby Bath, Diaper Rash Cream  etc.

Anything that you would use and it would be used up immediately.

"Once & Done"

Organization: Evangelical Child and Family Agency

Opportunity Type: Inkind

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 60187

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: New/Used In Kind Winter Clothing for Homeless/In Need

We are in need of the following :

1. Jackets 

2. Shoes/Boots

3. Socks

4. Gloves 

5. Hats

6. Hand Warmers

7. Blankets

8. Small Tents

Please drop off at the Public Defender's office on the third floor at 503 N County Farm Rd, Wheaton Il 60187. 

Organization: Restorative Resources Foundation of DuPage

We are in need of the following :

1. Jackets 

2. Shoes/Boots

3. Socks

4. Gloves 

5. Hats

6. Hand Warmers

7. Blankets

8. Small Tents

Please drop off at the Public Defender's office on the third floor at 503 N County Farm Rd, Wheaton Il 60187. 

Organization: Restorative Resources Foundation of DuPage

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 60187

Allow Groups: No