Needs From: Serve Illinois

Volunteer: Green City Market - Saturday Markets

Volunteers check-in at the info booth and are assigned a role by our Volunteer Manager

We are an all weather market, please dress for the weather


Role Descriptions:

- Culinary Connections Parking is a crucial resource to support the connection between
local chefs and local farms at Lincoln Park. Culinary Connections Parking volunteers
welcome chefs to the market and monitor priority parking on the north side of Lincoln
Park. This is a role within Market Ambassadors that utilizes technology.
- Club Sprouts encourages young people to learn about locally produced, sustainable foods.
Volunteers facilitate this learning by leading activities and tastings for kids at the market.
- Farm to Market Field Trips welcome CPS classes to the market to connect students with
their food. Volunteers help facilitate the Farm to Market Field Trip program by assisting
with setup, including field trip supplies and tastings. Once the students arrive, volunteers
follow the field trip and support them by answering questions and distributing tastings.
- Food access volunteers assist with the aggregation and weighing of food from Green City
Market vendors. Volunteers help our community partners pick up these donations to be
distributed throughout the Greater Chicagoland Area.
- Market Ambassadors assist with general market operations and are the main points of
contact for Green City Market customers. Volunteers welcome shoppers, answer questions,
and maintain a customer count. Volunteers will assist with market setup and breakdown
including composting needs.

Agency: Green City Market

Volunteers check-in at the info booth and are assigned a role by our Volunteer Manager

We are an all weather market, please dress for the weather


Role Descriptions:

- Culinary Connections Parking is a crucial resource to support the connection between
local chefs and local farms at Lincoln Park. Culinary Connections Parking volunteers
welcome chefs to the market and monitor priority parking on the north side of Lincoln
Park. This is a role within Market Ambassadors that utilizes technology.
- Club Sprouts encourages young people to learn about locally produced, sustainable foods.
Volunteers facilitate this learning by leading activities and tastings for kids at the market.
- Farm to Market Field Trips welcome CPS classes to the market to connect students with
their food. Volunteers help facilitate the Farm to Market Field Trip program by assisting
with setup, including field trip supplies and tastings. Once the students arrive, volunteers
follow the field trip and support them by answering questions and distributing tastings.
- Food access volunteers assist with the aggregation and weighing of food from Green City
Market vendors. Volunteers help our community partners pick up these donations to be
distributed throughout the Greater Chicagoland Area.
- Market Ambassadors assist with general market operations and are the main points of
contact for Green City Market customers. Volunteers welcome shoppers, answer questions,
and maintain a customer count. Volunteers will assist with market setup and breakdown
including composting needs.

Agency: Green City Market

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 60614

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Green City Market - Wednesday Markets

Volunteers check-in at the info booth and are assigned a role by our Volunteer Manager

We are an all weather market, please dress for the weather


Role Descriptions:

- Culinary Connections Parking is a crucial resource to support the connection between
local chefs and local farms at Lincoln Park. Culinary Connections Parking volunteers
welcome chefs to the market and monitor priority parking on the north side of Lincoln
Park. This is a role within Market Ambassadors that utilizes technology.
- Club Sprouts encourages young people to learn about locally produced, sustainable foods.
Volunteers facilitate this learning by leading activities and tastings for kids at the market.
- Farm to Market Field Trips welcome CPS classes to the market to connect students with
their food. Volunteers help facilitate the Farm to Market Field Trip program by assisting
with setup, including field trip supplies and tastings. Once the students arrive, volunteers
follow the field trip and support them by answering questions and distributing tastings.
- Food access volunteers assist with the aggregation and weighing of food from Green City
Market vendors. Volunteers help our community partners pick up these donations to be
distributed throughout the Greater Chicagoland Area.
- Market Ambassadors assist with general market operations and are the main points of
contact for Green City Market customers. Volunteers welcome shoppers, answer questions,
and maintain a customer count. Volunteers will assist with market setup and breakdown
including composting needs.

Agency: Green City Market

Volunteers check-in at the info booth and are assigned a role by our Volunteer Manager

We are an all weather market, please dress for the weather


Role Descriptions:

- Culinary Connections Parking is a crucial resource to support the connection between
local chefs and local farms at Lincoln Park. Culinary Connections Parking volunteers
welcome chefs to the market and monitor priority parking on the north side of Lincoln
Park. This is a role within Market Ambassadors that utilizes technology.
- Club Sprouts encourages young people to learn about locally produced, sustainable foods.
Volunteers facilitate this learning by leading activities and tastings for kids at the market.
- Farm to Market Field Trips welcome CPS classes to the market to connect students with
their food. Volunteers help facilitate the Farm to Market Field Trip program by assisting
with setup, including field trip supplies and tastings. Once the students arrive, volunteers
follow the field trip and support them by answering questions and distributing tastings.
- Food access volunteers assist with the aggregation and weighing of food from Green City
Market vendors. Volunteers help our community partners pick up these donations to be
distributed throughout the Greater Chicagoland Area.
- Market Ambassadors assist with general market operations and are the main points of
contact for Green City Market customers. Volunteers welcome shoppers, answer questions,
and maintain a customer count. Volunteers will assist with market setup and breakdown
including composting needs.

Agency: Green City Market

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 60614

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Macomb Farmers Market SNAP assistant/Information Booth

Help to set up and run a SNAP distribution point at the Macomb Farmers Market.  You will also be running an information booth where people can turn in lost and found items, have access to a first aid kit, answer questions, etc.

Agency: The Macomb Farmers Market

Help to set up and run a SNAP distribution point at the Macomb Farmers Market.  You will also be running an information booth where people can turn in lost and found items, have access to a first aid kit, answer questions, etc.

Agency: The Macomb Farmers Market

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 61455

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Food Pantry Volunteer

Sample Duties: sorting donations, stocking shelves, checking in guests, etc.

Basic Requirement:A passion for helping our neighbors.

You can contribute regardless of your physical abilities, skills, and whether you have a lot of time or only a little.

We welcome young people to volunteer but please note that children must be at least aged 13 (unless part of an organized community group) and individuals 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Come visit during our service hours to see how we operate and where you might best fit in. Your community needs you!

Agency: The Outreach House

Sample Duties: sorting donations, stocking shelves, checking in guests, etc.

Basic Requirement:A passion for helping our neighbors.

You can contribute regardless of your physical abilities, skills, and whether you have a lot of time or only a little.

We welcome young people to volunteer but please note that children must be at least aged 13 (unless part of an organized community group) and individuals 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Come visit during our service hours to see how we operate and where you might best fit in. Your community needs you!

Agency: The Outreach House

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 60148

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: First Things First Volunteer

Sample duties: Sort children's clothing and accessories, provide diapers/wipes/formula to eligible guests

Basic Requirement: A passion for helping our neighbors.

You can contribute regardless of your physical abilities, skills, and whether you have a lot of time or only a little.

We welcome young people to volunteer but please note that children must be at least aged 13 (unless part of an organized community group) and individuals 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Come visit during our service hours to see how we operate and where you might best fit in. Your community needs you!

Agency: The Outreach House

Sample duties: Sort children's clothing and accessories, provide diapers/wipes/formula to eligible guests

Basic Requirement: A passion for helping our neighbors.

You can contribute regardless of your physical abilities, skills, and whether you have a lot of time or only a little.

We welcome young people to volunteer but please note that children must be at least aged 13 (unless part of an organized community group) and individuals 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Come visit during our service hours to see how we operate and where you might best fit in. Your community needs you!

Agency: The Outreach House

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 60148

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Clothing Closet Volunteer

Sample duties: Sort clothing donations, hang clothing, manage guest needs in Clothing Closet

Basic Requirement:A passion for helping our neighbors.

You can contribute regardless of your physical abilities, skills, and whether you have a lot of time or only a little.

We welcome young people to volunteer but please note that children must be at least aged 13 (unless part of an organized community group) and individuals 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Come visit during our service hours to see how we operate and where you might best fit in. Your community needs you!

Agency: The Outreach House

Sample duties: Sort clothing donations, hang clothing, manage guest needs in Clothing Closet

Basic Requirement:A passion for helping our neighbors.

You can contribute regardless of your physical abilities, skills, and whether you have a lot of time or only a little.

We welcome young people to volunteer but please note that children must be at least aged 13 (unless part of an organized community group) and individuals 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Come visit during our service hours to see how we operate and where you might best fit in. Your community needs you!

Agency: The Outreach House

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 60148

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: QUED-UP Community Ambassador

QUED-UP Community Ambassador

QUED-Up is a Chicago-based nonprofit organization dedicated to helping underserved students gain access to careers in cybersecurity, animation, gaming, and technology through workforce development, mentorship, certifications, and hands-on education programs. QUED-UP works with schools and organizations throughout Chicago, including Chicago Public Schools, and has donated nearly 1,000 computers and technology devices to students and families in need.

As a QUED-UP Community Ambassador, volunteers will help support our fundraising campaign focused on sponsoring 2,400 students into cybersecurity training and career pathways while also supporting our animation and creative technology programs. This role is focused on outreach, fundraising support, community engagement, and helping create life-changing opportunities for students.

This is a flexible volunteer opportunity that can primarily be completed remotely from home using a phone, computer, email, and social media. Volunteers are not required to report to a physical office location and can complete most activities virtually based on their schedule. Remote and virtual volunteer opportunities are increasingly recognized as valuable ways to expand community service participation and outreach efforts.

Volunteers will complete weekly outreach and fundraising goals as part of their 20 volunteer hours per week. Training, scripts, outreach materials, mentorship, and ongoing support will be provided by the QUED-UP team. Programs with structured volunteer goals and community engagement activities are considered a best practice for successful volunteer programs.

Volunteer Responsibilities

Sharing QUED-UP fundraising campaigns online
Reaching out to friends, family, and community members
Helping connect with local businesses and sponsors
Sharing student success stories and impact updates
Promoting cybersecurity and animation education programs
Assisting with community outreach and awareness campaigns
Helping recruit supporters, volunteers, and partners
Supporting fundraising and sponsorship initiatives
Sample Weekly Goals (20 Hours Per Week)
Contact 25 people through text, email, social media, or phone outreach
Share 3 QUED-UP social media posts weekly
Reach out to 5 local businesses or community organizations
Help generate at least 2 donation or sponsorship conversations
Recruit 1 additional volunteer, supporter, or community contact
Attend 1 virtual team check-in or outreach meeting
Support at least 1 fundraising or awareness activity each week

This opportunity is ideal for individuals interested in community outreach, fundraising, education, technology, cybersecurity, animation, gaming, leadership, and workforce development. Volunteers will gain real-world experience in communication, networking, nonprofit outreach, leadership, and community engagement while helping students access opportunities that can change their future.

Agency: QUED UP

QUED-UP Community Ambassador

QUED-Up is a Chicago-based nonprofit organization dedicated to helping underserved students gain access to careers in cybersecurity, animation, gaming, and technology through workforce development, mentorship, certifications, and hands-on education programs. QUED-UP works with schools and organizations throughout Chicago, including Chicago Public Schools, and has donated nearly 1,000 computers and technology devices to students and families in need.

As a QUED-UP Community Ambassador, volunteers will help support our fundraising campaign focused on sponsoring 2,400 students into cybersecurity training and career pathways while also supporting our animation and creative technology programs. This role is focused on outreach, fundraising support, community engagement, and helping create life-changing opportunities for students.

This is a flexible volunteer opportunity that can primarily be completed remotely from home using a phone, computer, email, and social media. Volunteers are not required to report to a physical office location and can complete most activities virtually based on their schedule. Remote and virtual volunteer opportunities are increasingly recognized as valuable ways to expand community service participation and outreach efforts.

Volunteers will complete weekly outreach and fundraising goals as part of their 20 volunteer hours per week. Training, scripts, outreach materials, mentorship, and ongoing support will be provided by the QUED-UP team. Programs with structured volunteer goals and community engagement activities are considered a best practice for successful volunteer programs.

Volunteer Responsibilities

Sharing QUED-UP fundraising campaigns online
Reaching out to friends, family, and community members
Helping connect with local businesses and sponsors
Sharing student success stories and impact updates
Promoting cybersecurity and animation education programs
Assisting with community outreach and awareness campaigns
Helping recruit supporters, volunteers, and partners
Supporting fundraising and sponsorship initiatives
Sample Weekly Goals (20 Hours Per Week)
Contact 25 people through text, email, social media, or phone outreach
Share 3 QUED-UP social media posts weekly
Reach out to 5 local businesses or community organizations
Help generate at least 2 donation or sponsorship conversations
Recruit 1 additional volunteer, supporter, or community contact
Attend 1 virtual team check-in or outreach meeting
Support at least 1 fundraising or awareness activity each week

This opportunity is ideal for individuals interested in community outreach, fundraising, education, technology, cybersecurity, animation, gaming, leadership, and workforce development. Volunteers will gain real-world experience in communication, networking, nonprofit outreach, leadership, and community engagement while helping students access opportunities that can change their future.

Agency: QUED UP

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Runs Until May 1, 2027

Zip Code: 60008

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Juneteenth- Volunteers Needed for Festival Traffic & Pedestrian Safety

Volunteers Needed for Festival Traffic & Pedestrian Safety

We are looking for volunteers to help with traffic flow and pedestrian safety during the festival. Volunteers will help direct foot traffic, assist guests in crossing safely, and help keep the traffic flowing. No experience is necessary — just a positive attitude and a willingness to help the community!

If you are interested in volunteering or would like more information, please contact [Name/Phone/Email].

Thank you for helping make our festival safe and successful!

Agency: Far South CDC

Volunteers Needed for Festival Traffic & Pedestrian Safety

We are looking for volunteers to help with traffic flow and pedestrian safety during the festival. Volunteers will help direct foot traffic, assist guests in crossing safely, and help keep the traffic flowing. No experience is necessary — just a positive attitude and a willingness to help the community!

If you are interested in volunteering or would like more information, please contact [Name/Phone/Email].

Thank you for helping make our festival safe and successful!

Agency: Far South CDC

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 60643

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Pantry Worker

Able to lift 50lbs. 

Agency: Madison County Catholic Charities

Able to lift 50lbs. 

Agency: Madison County Catholic Charities

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 62002-5511

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Green City Market — Tuesday Volunteer


Green City Market — Tuesday Volunteer


Love food? Care about your community? Green City Market is looking for volunteers to help make Chicago’s premier farmers market run, making fresh, local food more accessible to everyone.


Volunteers support a range of roles depending on the day:

Office support — organizational tasks that keep operations humming behind the scenesMarket prep — day-before setup and logisticsMarket operations — day-of support at Lincoln Park and West Loop locationsSNAP/food access support (select shifts) — helping connect shoppers with food assistance resources

No experience necessary — just enthusiasm and a love for good food and good people.


Agency: Green City Market


Green City Market — Tuesday Volunteer


Love food? Care about your community? Green City Market is looking for volunteers to help make Chicago’s premier farmers market run, making fresh, local food more accessible to everyone.


Volunteers support a range of roles depending on the day:

Office support — organizational tasks that keep operations humming behind the scenesMarket prep — day-before setup and logisticsMarket operations — day-of support at Lincoln Park and West Loop locationsSNAP/food access support (select shifts) — helping connect shoppers with food assistance resources

No experience necessary — just enthusiasm and a love for good food and good people.


Agency: Green City Market

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 60618

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Buildings and Ground Assistant

Building and Grounds Assistant Duties Maintain the cleanliness and appearance of buildings, grounds, and common areas Assist with basic building maintenance and minor repairs Set up and take down rooms, tables, chairs, and equipment for events and services

Agency: Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church

Building and Grounds Assistant Duties Maintain the cleanliness and appearance of buildings, grounds, and common areas Assist with basic building maintenance and minor repairs Set up and take down rooms, tables, chairs, and equipment for events and services

Agency: Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 62204

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Prairie Land Conservancy - Elwood work day

Join us for some invasive species removal and natural habitat stewardship. This group meets twice monthly, on the third Wednesday and Sunday, for 3 hours. No tools necessary. Experience is nice but not required. 

Agency: Prairie Hills RC&D

Join us for some invasive species removal and natural habitat stewardship. This group meets twice monthly, on the third Wednesday and Sunday, for 3 hours. No tools necessary. Experience is nice but not required. 

Agency: Prairie Hills RC&D

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Jun 17, 2026

Zip Code: 61604-4617

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Friendly Letter Writer

SEND SMILES AND SUNSHINE: WRITE A LETTER TO A SENIOR CITIZEN

Are you someone who loves writing thoughtful, upbeat letters? Want to volunteer from wherever you live, work, or play?

Turn your small talk into connection. A simple, sincere letter can brighten a senior’s day more than you know.

Join Letters Against Isolation, a volunteer-run project bringing joy to seniors in aged care homes and programs across the U.S., Canada, the U.K., and Australia. Since 2020, our volunteers have mailed over one million cheerful, one-of-a-kind handwritten letters in dozens of languages!

WHAT YOU'LL DO Write friendly, personal letters addressed to a “Friend” Share a little about your life, a story, or a hobby—keep it light and conversational Mail your completed letters to a senior care facility or program from our list of active requests That’s it! Most seniors aren’t able to reply, so think of this as a one-time act of kindness

This is not a pen pal or greeting card program. Your words are what matter most!

WHAT TO EXPECT Flexible: Write any time, from anywhere Meaningful: Every letter is read, appreciated, and cherished Independent: We don’t have an office or phone—just an amazing online volunteer community Structured: Follow our step-by-step process to match your letters with active requests Low Cost: Volunteers provide postage, envelopes, and writing materials Student service hours: Available through our student program. Register to work one-on-one with a Community Service Liaison as you write NEXT STEPS

Visit lettersagainstisolation.com and choose your option from the top of the page:

→ Individual → Student → Group → Educator QUESTIONS?

Check out our FAQ for details on mailing, group participation, service hours, and more.

Your words will make all the difference. Join us today and help spread joy... one letter at a time!

Want to know what others are writing?

Agency: Letters Against Isolation

SEND SMILES AND SUNSHINE: WRITE A LETTER TO A SENIOR CITIZEN

Are you someone who loves writing thoughtful, upbeat letters? Want to volunteer from wherever you live, work, or play?

Turn your small talk into connection. A simple, sincere letter can brighten a senior’s day more than you know.

Join Letters Against Isolation, a volunteer-run project bringing joy to seniors in aged care homes and programs across the U.S., Canada, the U.K., and Australia. Since 2020, our volunteers have mailed over one million cheerful, one-of-a-kind handwritten letters in dozens of languages!

WHAT YOU'LL DO Write friendly, personal letters addressed to a “Friend” Share a little about your life, a story, or a hobby—keep it light and conversational Mail your completed letters to a senior care facility or program from our list of active requests That’s it! Most seniors aren’t able to reply, so think of this as a one-time act of kindness

This is not a pen pal or greeting card program. Your words are what matter most!

WHAT TO EXPECT Flexible: Write any time, from anywhere Meaningful: Every letter is read, appreciated, and cherished Independent: We don’t have an office or phone—just an amazing online volunteer community Structured: Follow our step-by-step process to match your letters with active requests Low Cost: Volunteers provide postage, envelopes, and writing materials Student service hours: Available through our student program. Register to work one-on-one with a Community Service Liaison as you write NEXT STEPS

Visit lettersagainstisolation.com and choose your option from the top of the page:

→ Individual → Student → Group → Educator QUESTIONS?

Check out our FAQ for details on mailing, group participation, service hours, and more.

Your words will make all the difference. Join us today and help spread joy... one letter at a time!

Want to know what others are writing?

Agency: Letters Against Isolation

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: It Takes A Village Farm Harvest Workday

Learn how to harvest different veggies and help us complete our weekly harvest to go to food pantries, CSA members, farm-to-clinic and farm-to-school programs, and our farmstand market!

Agency: Just Roots

Learn how to harvest different veggies and help us complete our weekly harvest to go to food pantries, CSA members, farm-to-clinic and farm-to-school programs, and our farmstand market!

Agency: Just Roots

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 60411

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Saint James Farm Volunteer Workday

Come help the farm with a variety of outdoor tasks: these may include planting, weeding, soil preparation, or plant care! No experience is required.

Agency: Just Roots

Come help the farm with a variety of outdoor tasks: these may include planting, weeding, soil preparation, or plant care! No experience is required.

Agency: Just Roots

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 60616

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Saint James Farm Harvest Workday

Learn how to harvest different veggies and help us complete our weekly harvest to go to food pantries, CSA members, farm-to-clinic and farm-to-school programs, and our farmstand market!

Agency: Just Roots

Learn how to harvest different veggies and help us complete our weekly harvest to go to food pantries, CSA members, farm-to-clinic and farm-to-school programs, and our farmstand market!

Agency: Just Roots

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 60616

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: It Takes A Village Farm Volunteer Workday

Come help the farm with a variety of outdoor tasks: these may include planting, weeding, soil preparation, or plant care! No experience is required.

Agency: Just Roots

Come help the farm with a variety of outdoor tasks: these may include planting, weeding, soil preparation, or plant care! No experience is required.

Agency: Just Roots

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 60411

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Youth Resource Guide Scout

Youth Resource Guide Scout: A YRS volunteer will ensure that Alternatives youth and families have access to the most current information. Responsibilities include auditing and updating our community resource directory, which includes verifying the hours of local food pantries, identifying new after-school programs, and testing each of the phone numbers listed. This volunteer will help bridge the information gap for Chicago’s youth, providing a reliable foundation that our staff uses every day to make accurate referrals.

Agency: Alternatives Inc.

Youth Resource Guide Scout: A YRS volunteer will ensure that Alternatives youth and families have access to the most current information. Responsibilities include auditing and updating our community resource directory, which includes verifying the hours of local food pantries, identifying new after-school programs, and testing each of the phone numbers listed. This volunteer will help bridge the information gap for Chicago’s youth, providing a reliable foundation that our staff uses every day to make accurate referrals.

Agency: Alternatives Inc.

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 60637

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Space Research and Vetting Volunteer

Space Research and Vetting Volunteer will identify spaces that align with both mission and budget of Alternatives. This remote-friendly, skills-based opportunity involves scouting a diverse range of locations, from industrial lofts in the West Loop to community centers on the South Side, and evaluating them based on key criteria such as accessibility (ADA compliance), catering flexibility, and AV capabilities. By maintaining a database of vetted vendors and negotiating nonprofit rates, you will directly enable the organization to maximize its donor impact and create professional, inclusive environments for its supporters

Agency: Alternatives Inc.

Space Research and Vetting Volunteer will identify spaces that align with both mission and budget of Alternatives. This remote-friendly, skills-based opportunity involves scouting a diverse range of locations, from industrial lofts in the West Loop to community centers on the South Side, and evaluating them based on key criteria such as accessibility (ADA compliance), catering flexibility, and AV capabilities. By maintaining a database of vetted vendors and negotiating nonprofit rates, you will directly enable the organization to maximize its donor impact and create professional, inclusive environments for its supporters

Agency: Alternatives Inc.

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 60637

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Research Volunteer

Alternatives' Research Volunteer will research a particular geographic area where Alternatives services are provided for general demographics information, partner organizations, and general community areas to find out strengths/gaps of each particular geographic area.

Agency: Alternatives Inc.

Alternatives' Research Volunteer will research a particular geographic area where Alternatives services are provided for general demographics information, partner organizations, and general community areas to find out strengths/gaps of each particular geographic area.

Agency: Alternatives Inc.

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 60637

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Digital Archive & Transcription Aide

The Digital Archive & Transcription Aide helps our organization preserve its history and improve accessibility by organizing our "digital library." Categorized tasks such as adding descriptive tags to our photo archives, sorting digital flyers by year, and proofreading auto-generated captions for our youth-led video content. This role is essential for ensuring Alternatives’ materials are searchable for future grants and accessible to individuals with hearing impairments. 

Agency: Alternatives Inc.

The Digital Archive & Transcription Aide helps our organization preserve its history and improve accessibility by organizing our "digital library." Categorized tasks such as adding descriptive tags to our photo archives, sorting digital flyers by year, and proofreading auto-generated captions for our youth-led video content. This role is essential for ensuring Alternatives’ materials are searchable for future grants and accessible to individuals with hearing impairments. 

Agency: Alternatives Inc.

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 60637

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Digital Engagement Volunteer

Digital Engagement Volunteer: The Digital Engagement volunteers play a vital role in boosting our nonprofit’s online presence and strengthening our ties with the Chicago community. Volunteers will act as a digital ambassador by monitoring relevant social media hashtags, "liking" posts from our community partners, and leaving supportive comments on local youth-focused events. By maintaining this consistent, positive digital pulse, volunteers will increase the reach of Alternatives’ mission and ensure that our partner organizations feel seen and supported. 

Agency: Alternatives Inc.

Digital Engagement Volunteer: The Digital Engagement volunteers play a vital role in boosting our nonprofit’s online presence and strengthening our ties with the Chicago community. Volunteers will act as a digital ambassador by monitoring relevant social media hashtags, "liking" posts from our community partners, and leaving supportive comments on local youth-focused events. By maintaining this consistent, positive digital pulse, volunteers will increase the reach of Alternatives’ mission and ensure that our partner organizations feel seen and supported. 

Agency: Alternatives Inc.

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 60637

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Volunteering at FarmWorks

We are in need of volunteers to help us on our farm. Tasks include: weeding, planting, harvesting, processing produce, building grow beds, setting up irrigation, and more! If you'd like to learn more about growing food in an urban setting, this opportunity is for you!


Agency: Chicago FarmWorks - Heartland Human Care Services

We are in need of volunteers to help us on our farm. Tasks include: weeding, planting, harvesting, processing produce, building grow beds, setting up irrigation, and more! If you'd like to learn more about growing food in an urban setting, this opportunity is for you!


Agency: Chicago FarmWorks - Heartland Human Care Services

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 60612

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Podcast Volunteer-Show Runner

Bisi Books delivers financial literacy, software tools, and support services that help entrepreneurs make smarter decisions and sustain their businesses. Volunteers play a direct role in how users experience our platform, onboarding, and ongoing support.

The Bisi Books Volunteer Program exists to support customer success, education, and service delivery while creating a clear pathway into paid associate roles. Volunteers are treated as contributors, not extras. (All volunteer roles come with training)

Role Summary
Owns the podcast as a performance channel—ensuring each episode produces booked demos per episode targets, publishing the weekly Key Performance Indicators (KPI) memo, and running kill/scale decisions based on results. Aligned to company “Answer Engine Optimization approach.”

 

Key Responsibilities

Own the booked demos per episode target and weekly pacing Run weekly kill/scale decisions on formats, hooks, and distribution patterns Publish a weekly KPI memo (what shipped, what worked, what changes next week) Maintain the episode “definition of done” (CTA moments, clips plan, compliance check)

Weekly Deliverables

KPI memo + next-week priorities Episode brief (guest goal, demo CTA timing, clip plan) Kill/scale log (what continues vs stops)

Success Metrics

Booked demos attributable to episode + clips On-time episode + clip shipping rate Measurable improvement in conversion and retention week-over-week

Best Fit Organizer/operator who is comfortable making decisions from data and enforcing ship deadlines.

Agency: Lanona Eltira Inc.

Bisi Books delivers financial literacy, software tools, and support services that help entrepreneurs make smarter decisions and sustain their businesses. Volunteers play a direct role in how users experience our platform, onboarding, and ongoing support.

The Bisi Books Volunteer Program exists to support customer success, education, and service delivery while creating a clear pathway into paid associate roles. Volunteers are treated as contributors, not extras. (All volunteer roles come with training)

Role Summary
Owns the podcast as a performance channel—ensuring each episode produces booked demos per episode targets, publishing the weekly Key Performance Indicators (KPI) memo, and running kill/scale decisions based on results. Aligned to company “Answer Engine Optimization approach.”

 

Key Responsibilities

Own the booked demos per episode target and weekly pacing Run weekly kill/scale decisions on formats, hooks, and distribution patterns Publish a weekly KPI memo (what shipped, what worked, what changes next week) Maintain the episode “definition of done” (CTA moments, clips plan, compliance check)

Weekly Deliverables

KPI memo + next-week priorities Episode brief (guest goal, demo CTA timing, clip plan) Kill/scale log (what continues vs stops)

Success Metrics

Booked demos attributable to episode + clips On-time episode + clip shipping rate Measurable improvement in conversion and retention week-over-week

Best Fit Organizer/operator who is comfortable making decisions from data and enforcing ship deadlines.

Agency: Lanona Eltira Inc.

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 60642

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Podcast Volunteer-Editors (Hook + CTA Clip Engine)

Bisi Books delivers financial literacy, software tools, and support services that help entrepreneurs make smarter decisions and sustain their businesses. Volunteers play a direct role in how users experience our platform, onboarding, and ongoing support.

The Bisi Books Volunteer Program exists to support customer success, education, and service delivery while creating a clear pathway into paid associate roles. Volunteers are treated as contributors, not extras. (All volunteer roles come with training)

Role Summary
Turns episodes into short clips engineered for action: first 3‑second hook, one clear CTA, and versions for cold vs warm audiences.

Key Responsibilities

Produce short clips optimized for retention and clarity Ensure every clip has: A strong first 3 seconds hook One CTA (“Book a 15‑min demo”) and nothing else Create “cold” versions (more context) vs “warm” versions (faster CTA) Deliver consistent formatting for TikTok/IG/Shorts/LinkedIn where needed.

Weekly Deliverables

Clip pack per episode (agreed number) Cold vs warm versions Caption/overlay suggestions aligned to hooks (optional)

Success Metrics

On-time clip delivery Improved watch time / completion rates (trend line) Click-through / demo booking assist from clips

Best Fit Fast editor who understands pacing, hooks, and conversion storytelling.

Agency: Lanona Eltira Inc.

Bisi Books delivers financial literacy, software tools, and support services that help entrepreneurs make smarter decisions and sustain their businesses. Volunteers play a direct role in how users experience our platform, onboarding, and ongoing support.

The Bisi Books Volunteer Program exists to support customer success, education, and service delivery while creating a clear pathway into paid associate roles. Volunteers are treated as contributors, not extras. (All volunteer roles come with training)

Role Summary
Turns episodes into short clips engineered for action: first 3‑second hook, one clear CTA, and versions for cold vs warm audiences.

Key Responsibilities

Produce short clips optimized for retention and clarity Ensure every clip has: A strong first 3 seconds hook One CTA (“Book a 15‑min demo”) and nothing else Create “cold” versions (more context) vs “warm” versions (faster CTA) Deliver consistent formatting for TikTok/IG/Shorts/LinkedIn where needed.

Weekly Deliverables

Clip pack per episode (agreed number) Cold vs warm versions Caption/overlay suggestions aligned to hooks (optional)

Success Metrics

On-time clip delivery Improved watch time / completion rates (trend line) Click-through / demo booking assist from clips

Best Fit Fast editor who understands pacing, hooks, and conversion storytelling.

Agency: Lanona Eltira Inc.

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 60642

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Social Community Volunteer

At Bisi Blvd Global NFP, our mission is to empower the community and community support organizations through sustainable business development and honest accountability. We believe in creating lasting change that enhances the quality of life with a global impact.

The Bisi Blvd Global Volunteer Program exists to support non-profit organizations across the city of Chicago and across the state of Illinois in back office, on site, and event activities.

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Role Summary
Manages comments/DMs at speed, tags leads, and uses the “Book a 15‑min demo” response template to convert engagement into booked calls.

Key Responsibilities

Reply within 1 hour to comments/DMs during defined coverage windows Use approved response templates (warm, direct, non-spammy) Tag and route leads into the tracking system for follow-up Escalate high-value inquires immediately

Weekly Deliverables

Response coverage report (hours covered + response times) Lead tag log (who engaged, what they asked, next action) Template improvement suggestions based on real objections

Success Metrics

Response time compliance Qualified leads tagged and routed Conversion assist to booked demos

Best Fit Fast communicator with excellent tone control and professionalism.

Agency: Bisi Blvd Global NFP

At Bisi Blvd Global NFP, our mission is to empower the community and community support organizations through sustainable business development and honest accountability. We believe in creating lasting change that enhances the quality of life with a global impact.

The Bisi Blvd Global Volunteer Program exists to support non-profit organizations across the city of Chicago and across the state of Illinois in back office, on site, and event activities.

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Role Summary
Manages comments/DMs at speed, tags leads, and uses the “Book a 15‑min demo” response template to convert engagement into booked calls.

Key Responsibilities

Reply within 1 hour to comments/DMs during defined coverage windows Use approved response templates (warm, direct, non-spammy) Tag and route leads into the tracking system for follow-up Escalate high-value inquires immediately

Weekly Deliverables

Response coverage report (hours covered + response times) Lead tag log (who engaged, what they asked, next action) Template improvement suggestions based on real objections

Success Metrics

Response time compliance Qualified leads tagged and routed Conversion assist to booked demos

Best Fit Fast communicator with excellent tone control and professionalism.

Agency: Bisi Blvd Global NFP

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 60642

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Customer Success Volunteer

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• Research media outlets and ad opportunities
• Track placements and engagement
• Capture and organize photos/videos
You may not:
• Commit to ad buys or speak on behalf of the company without approval
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The Bisi Blvd Global Volunteer Program exists to support non-profit organizations across the city of Chicago and across the state of Illinois in back office, on site, and event activities.

 
Customer Success Volunteer
Supports client engagment with agency onboarding, basic event support inquiries, documentation of event attendees.

You may:

Assist with responding to customer inquiries via email, chat, or during live events.Help document customer questions, feedback, and recurring issues Assist with preparing and administering organization events Escalate issues to the appropriate internal teams You may not:

Make account, financial, compliance, or policy decisions independently Access or modify client records without authorization Provide guarantees, promises, or interpretations related to organizations activities Represent yourself as an employee or speak on behalf of the company without approval


Agency: Bisi Blvd Global NFP

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• Research media outlets and ad opportunities
• Track placements and engagement
• Capture and organize photos/videos
You may not:
• Commit to ad buys or speak on behalf of the company without approval
Bisi Books delivers financial literacy, software tools, and support services that help entrepreneurs make smarter decisions and sustain their businesses. Volunteers play a direct role in how users experience our brand, content, and support. a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb; } tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6; } tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5; } At Bisi Blvd Global NFP, our mission is to empower the community and community support organizations through sustainable business development and honest accountability. We believe in creating lasting change that enhances the quality of life with a global impact.

The Bisi Blvd Global Volunteer Program exists to support non-profit organizations across the city of Chicago and across the state of Illinois in back office, on site, and event activities.

 
Customer Success Volunteer
Supports client engagment with agency onboarding, basic event support inquiries, documentation of event attendees.

You may:

Assist with responding to customer inquiries via email, chat, or during live events.Help document customer questions, feedback, and recurring issues Assist with preparing and administering organization events Escalate issues to the appropriate internal teams You may not:

Make account, financial, compliance, or policy decisions independently Access or modify client records without authorization Provide guarantees, promises, or interpretations related to organizations activities Represent yourself as an employee or speak on behalf of the company without approval


Agency: Bisi Blvd Global NFP

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 60642

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Media Management Volunteer

Bisi Books delivers financial literacy, software tools, and support services that help entrepreneurs make smarter decisions and sustain their businesses. Volunteers play a direct role in how users experience our brand, content, and support.

 

The Bisi Books Volunteer Program exists to support media growth, visual storytelling, and customer success while creating a clear pathway into paid associate roles. Volunteers are treated as contributors, not extras.

 

Media Management Volunteer
Supports media research, documentation, ad tracking, photography/video capture, and press inquiry logging.

You may:

Research media outlets and ad opportunities Track placements and engagement Capture and organize photos/videos Engage with company social media content across multiple platforms

You may not:

Commit to ad buys or speak on behalf of the company without approval

Agency: Lanona Eltira Inc.

Bisi Books delivers financial literacy, software tools, and support services that help entrepreneurs make smarter decisions and sustain their businesses. Volunteers play a direct role in how users experience our brand, content, and support.

 

The Bisi Books Volunteer Program exists to support media growth, visual storytelling, and customer success while creating a clear pathway into paid associate roles. Volunteers are treated as contributors, not extras.

 

Media Management Volunteer
Supports media research, documentation, ad tracking, photography/video capture, and press inquiry logging.

You may:

Research media outlets and ad opportunities Track placements and engagement Capture and organize photos/videos Engage with company social media content across multiple platforms

You may not:

Commit to ad buys or speak on behalf of the company without approval

Agency: Lanona Eltira Inc.

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 60642

Allow Groups: Yes