Needs From: Serve Illinois

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! CFPA is hosting its annual “Adopt Our Families” campaign to support clients and families this holiday season. CFPA is actively seeking community donors to purchase items from the General Wish List. If you are interested purchasing items form the General Wish List, please email Jillian at jbearce@centerforpreventionofabuse.org   General Wish List.

We serve more than 113 individuals in our CILA group homes 24/7 and another 9 on our Intermittent CILA program. Several have little to no family support. Seeking kind individuals willing to adopt them for Christmas and put a few presents under their tree. This is a great opportunity for a group, family or a singe caring person. What a great was to show the holiday spirit by giving to someone in need. 

The holiday season is here, and we need your help spreading joy!
Our Adopt Our Families program connects generous community donors with local families in need and now it’s time to wrap all those wonderful gifts!

When: December 10–11
Time: 5:00–7:00 PM
Where: 720 W Joan Ct Peoria IL 61614

We’re looking for volunteers to help wrap presents for our clients and families in the community. Whether you’re a wrapping pro or just bring good holiday cheer, we’d love to have you join us!

All supplies will be provided just bring your holiday spirit

The Arc of the Quad Cities Area needs your help with Hygiene supplies for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. As we all know costs continue to rise and available money for individuals with intellectual disabilities doesn't. Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities typically have little money left from their cost of care. I am seeking some caring individuals to help alleviate the cost of Hygiene supplies and leave them more money to spend on items that make them happy. We are seeking items such as Shampoo/conditioner for all hair types (including products for black hair), both solid and spray on deodorant. toothpaste, mouth wash, Body wash (not bar soap) for both men and women (Men's 3 in one and women's 2 in one is preferred), men's and women's shaving cream, razers, body lotion, body sprays, hairbrushes, combs, Kleenexes, nail care, chap stick etc. The most needed products to date are Men's 3 in one, body wash (some for sensitive skin, shampoo and conditioner. 

No bar soap, Q-Tip's or cotton balls please. Please feel free to share with friends, coworkers, groups or anyone willing to help!

Glen Oak Park will be transformed into a Winter Wonderland, and will have special events going on at the Peoria PlayHouse, Peoria Zoo and Luthy Botanical Gardens. Volunteers will be needed to assist at these locations and throughout Glen Oak Park to assist patrons attending our Winter Wonderland Event.

Santa is coming to Pearce! We’re looking for cheerful volunteers to help make this festive event a success. Volunteers will assist with serving a delicious pancake and sausage breakfast, selling tickets, and helping with setup and cleanup.

This is a fun way to spread holiday joy, give back to the community, and make special memories for local families. Whether you love the magic of Christmas or just enjoy helping others, we’d love to have you on our team!

It's a magical time of the year. Come walk with us and pass out candy as we promote our mission to helping people in Central Illinois live free from violence and abuse. Volunteers are encouraged to wear their favorite holiday attire while they accompany Quacky (CFPA mascot) and other friends of CFPA. 

Volunteers can also wear Santa/Elf hats and any festive accessories. Feel free to bring candy to share in the parade (no suckers please). This year's parade starts an hour earlier than past parades. Lineup begins 8:30 a.m. The parade begins at 9:15 a.m. sharp. Strollers and wheelchairs welcome! Please no pets.

Dress warm and Layer Up!

** please do not throw candy police will be issuing citations to those who are throwing and not handing candy to the

** We will meet on NE Madison Ave in front of the Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Immaculate Conception

Join us for Luthy Lights!
Experience the magic of an illuminated garden filled with themed light scenes, festive food and beverages, live music, and the beautiful holiday display of poinsettias in the Conservatory.

Volunteers will assist Luthy Botanical Garden staff with event activities such as maintaining outdoor fire pits, helping at the s'mores station, assisting at the photo booth, and greeting guests as they arrive.

FRIENDS is looking for volunteers to help us with our annual Holiday Luncheon for people living with HIV!

FRIENDS is looking for 30-40 volunteers to support three areas of need:

Volunteers will meet at the Carle Health Methodist Atrium Medical Office Center

Notes for Volunteer Drivers

Thank you for your support of this event! Please reach out to Trevor Neff with any questions:

City Girl Farming is growing — literally!

We’re moving to a new location at Steeple Square, and we need a few helping hands to get us there. This volunteer opportunity is perfect for anyone who enjoys teamwork, good energy, and a little physical activity. We’ll have two shifts available:

1️⃣ Load the Truck – Help us pack up and load items at our current location (2900 Central Ave.)

2️⃣ Unload the Truck – Help us unload and get settled into our new space at Steeple Square

It’ll be a day full of movement, teamwork, and a few good laughs along the way. Come ready to lift, carry, and make a big difference for a local business that’s passionate about sustainable food and community connection. Whether you sign up for one shift or both, your help means the world to us — and we promise you’ll leave tired but proud (and probably a little dusty).

Join us and be part of City Girl Farming’s next chapter!

The Winter Iowa Games are held each year in Dubuque & volunteer needs range from checking in athletes to swimming timers.

The dates for 2026 are January 31 – February 1, 2026. If you are interested in helping, please email us at cole.bollweg@iowagames.org or complete the sign up through the links below. 

To view all volunteer opportunities, please CLICK HERE.

Project Renewal relies heavily on community volunteers to successfully carry out our mission. Individuals who have a sincere desire in helping improve the lives of children in our community can do so through our youth program and agency activities. We need your support!

Afterschool program hours: Monday - Friday, 2:45 – 5:30 p.m.

Summer program hours: Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., additional field trip hours scheduled on a weekly basis.

Times can vary for volunteers to fit their schedule: once a week or however often is desired by volunteer, how long can be decided by volunteer also - whether it is for an hour or more within the time frame of our program hours or for a specific event. Feel free to call to discuss, 563-324-0800

Basic Function and Responsibility

To assist in supervising educational, recreational, and social activities designed to teach school-age children needed life skills such as self-esteem, time management, non-violent conflict resolution, interpersonal skills, and appropriate social behavior.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

Volunteer examples: helping youth with homework, tutoring math, reading, writing, assist with craft projects, baking, computers, social interaction with youth, playing games, etc. Or other organization items, such as fundraising, marketing, garden and yard work, maintenance or cleaning.

Special Events: Project Renewal Fit-Fest, neighborhood parties –Halloween, Christmas Caroling, Easter Egg Hunt.

Zootober, where Halloween comes alive in the most thrilling way! Each weekend, the Peoria Zoo transforms after dark into a family-friendly fright fest, bursting with glowing lights, spooktastic characters, and hair-raising fun.

Volunteers will assist with kids crafts and games, hand out candy, and help with other event details. Family Friendly costumes are encouraged!

We need your help Tuesday, November 4th at 9:00 AM to get our Tree of Lights mailing out the door!

We’ve got about 1,200 envelopes that need to be stuffed and labeled, and we can’t do it without a strong team of volunteers. Every pair of hands makes a huge difference!

Date: Tuesday, November 4th
Time: 9:00 AM start (until finished)
Location: The Salvation Army Administrative Building, Downtown Peoria

If you’re available, contact the volunteer coordinator, Maddison, ASAP to let us know you can join. Even an hour or two helps!
maddison.barnard@usc.salvationarmy.org or 309-253-9909

Let’s get this mailing out together! Many hands make light work!

OH MY GOSH Hello! This is a great opportunity to be a Gallery Guardian and a Museum Muse! We have different shifts available with different roles and times of day. 

For the Role of Gallery Attending: Your job would be to keep an eye on the galleries while being a warm welcoming face for visitors to talk to. You get to learn deeply about our exhibitions and stories behind each exhibit.

For the Role of Front Desk: This is more of a reception based job. Answer phones, check visitors in, sell gift shop items, and greet new visitors (and maybe strike up a fun conversation). 

Finally there is the Float Role: This is a traveling role that will bounce between attending and desk work. If you feel comfortable you may also help with the education station. 

These roles are really great if you enjoy engaging others while also keeping yourself busy during the slow hours (great for students)

Shifts are about 3-5 hours but if you communicate different availability we'd be happy to work with you. 

Wednesday:

Morning Desk or Attending 10:00-1:00

Float 11:00-3:00

Afternoon Desk or Attending 1:00-4:00

Thursday: We stay open late

Morning Desk or Attending 10:00- 2:00

Float 1:00-5:00

Night Desk or Attending 2:00 -7:00

Friday - Saturday - Sunday

Morning Desk or Attending 10:00-1:00

Float 11:00-3:00

Afternoon Desk or Attending 10:00-1:00

Volunteer Opportunity with The Salvation Army – Peoria

Looking for a flexible, impactful way to give back—from anywhere? Host a remote collection drive and rally your friends, workplace, school, church, or community group to support neighbors in need!

We’re seeking Volunteer Drive Leaders to collect high-need items for individuals and families served by The Salvation Army of Peoria.

What We Need Most:

Pantry Items (non-perishables, canned goods, shelf-stable snacks). Our food pantry is in DIRE need of items to help new and current families experiencing food insecurity. With the current cuts to SNAP benefits we are expecting to serve anywhere from 50-75 new families every week.

Coats (new or gently used only, please). Last year The Salvation Army distributed over 2,500 FREE coats to children and adults in the Tri-County. These are available at The Salvation Army Family Services building downtown Peoria, Monday - Friday during business hours from November 6th - January 31.

Cold Weather Items (blankets, coats, gloves, hats, scarves).

You Can Help By:
Organizing a collection at your school, workplace, church, or online
Spreading the word via social media, email, or flyers
Coordinating drop-off of donated items at our downtown Peoria location

This is a great opportunity for students, service clubs, scout troops, youth groups, businesses, and families looking to give back on a flexible schedule on your own terms and timeline!

Interested in getting started?
Contact Maddison Barnard, Volunteer & Special Events Coordinator:
maddison.barnard@usc.salvationarmy.org or 309.253.9909

Let’s work together to bring warmth, dignity, and nourishment to our community, one donation at a time.

Join the Magic of Our Annual Toy Shop!

Get ready to sprinkle some holiday cheer and make a difference at our festive Toy Shop and Food Box Distribution event! We’re on the lookout for spirited volunteers to help make this event a smashing success and bring joy to families in need.

How You Can Help:

Shift Details:

Location: Our holiday headquarters will be at the Toy Warehouse inside Northwoods Mall Peoria. The exact address will be shared with you once you’ve signed up and your volunteer role is confirmed.

Parking: More details to come!

Dress Code: Dress comfortably and warmly – Christmas attire is highly encouraged! Get festive with sweaters, Santa hats, or anything that adds to the holiday spirit.

Personal Items: For security and convenience, please leave personal belongings like purses and wallets in your car or at home. We’ll have a special area for volunteer coats.

Perks: Enjoy delicious food and drinks available before or after your shift. We want to keep you fueled and festive!

Volunteers who speak Spanish or know sign language is a PLUS!

Have Questions or Ready to Join the Fun? Reach out to our cheerful Volunteer Coordinator, Maddison Barnard, at 309-253-9909 or email maddison.barnard@usc.salvationarmy.org.

Come be part of something special and help make this holiday season magical for our community. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Volunteer on the DBQ Shovel Crew this winter! To help, complete this survey https://arcg.is/0KmSP!

As a DBQ Shovel Crew volunteer you will be paired with a resident in need of assistance who is not physically able to remove snow and ice from their city sidewalk and do not have other resources to remove the snow and ice such as neighbors, friends, or a hired service. We are seeking volunteers who can help throughout the winter season.  The commitment is caring for assigned addresses all winter.

We are all pedestrians at some point in the day, whether walking to a car, the bus, to work, or just in your neighborhood. Your help in keeping sidewalks clear after snow and ice events is a meaningful way to help neighbors in need and the community!

Want to volunteer, but in need of snow and ice removal equipment? We may be able to help! Sign up and we’ll follow up with you on getting access to shovels and deicer salt.

Please complete this survey https://arcg.is/0KmSP to sign up as a volunteer! Once you are paired with a resident/address, we will be in touch with you to sign our volunteer waiver. Thank you!

Justyna Miranda, owner of City Girl Farming + Prepared Meals, has nourished our community with her delicious meals, warm friendship, and her unwavering spirit – and now she needs our help.

Very recently, she was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive adrenal cancer that she is actively fighting. The City Girl Farming Team is stepping up to keep normal operations while their trusty leader is in recovery, and with this transition, we are still looking for some additional help – which is where YOU come in! 

On Mondays and Tuesdays, we are looking for a couple of volunteers to assist our kitchen crew with meal prep tasks and dish washing. It is a fun and uplifting environment at 2900 Central Ave in Dubuque. Music is always playing, interesting conversations, and laughs are being shared almost all the time and as we prepare, cook, and package that week's delicious meals.

If you're looking for a fun way to spend some volunteer hours, if you're interested in kitchen work but have never tried it, or if you're just looking to try something different for a couple hours: Sign Up Today! No previous experience required.

The team and our community would greatly appreciate your help in these specifically trying times. Thanks so much!

Read United is a one-on-one reading program that pairs Quad Cities adult volunteers with elementary kids to read together on a weekly basis for 30 minutes. The majority of students paired with Read United volunteers are struggling readers facing many barriers. Read United is an opportunity for elementary school students to practice reading and develop literacy skills with a caring adult while building a love of reading.

The Catholic Diocese of Peoria is looking for volunteers to help wrap gifts this holiday season.

Opportunities are available from November 17 to November 25, as well as December 1 to December 12 (closed on December 8 and weekends). 

If you are interested in volunteering for this cause, please reply to this need or reach out directly to Sister Clare Key. 

Kindly greeting individuals at the front desk as they arrive to their art class, sorting art supplies, answering the phone, etc. As well as assisting the instructor in setting up the workshop 15 minutes before and assisting with light cleanup 30 minutes after.

We ask that you attend a brief orientation prior to the start of your time slot(s); We will reach out via email to schedule a date/time that works best for you!

Assist art instructors with classes/workshops that host students under the age of 18.

Must complete a background check.

Experience working with children is preferred.

We ask that you attend a brief orientation prior to the start of your time slot(s); We will reach out via email to schedule a date/time that works best for you!

Bluff Street Neighborhood Association is celebrating Christmas on the Square and is looking for volunteers to help make this a special event! Volunteers are needed for set up, throughout the event, and tear down. 

Volunteers can be age 12 and older with a parent or age 16 or older independently.

The holiday season is just around the corner, and what better way to share some joy, love, and kindness to those who receive services from our partner agencies than by creating a heartfelt, handmade card? Your card could brighten someone's day.

We invite you to create kindhearted cards and notes to bring warmth and encouragement to individuals. Whether you're an experienced crafter or just want to try something new, your contribution will have a meaningful impact. Use your creativity to design cards with heartfelt messages, holiday cheer, and kind wishes. It’s a simple act of kindness that can go a long way. Let's come together and make this holiday season a little brighter!

"Spreading Holiday Cheer" is great for individual service or team-building! You simply supply your own materials and creativity. Respond to this need and we'll send you more information including where to deliver your cards/notes when done. We ask that all holiday cards are delivered no later than December 19. If you have any questions, please contact Amy Manwaring, Resource Development Manager, at amy.manwaring@local.unitedway.org.

Heart of Illinois United Way Partner Agencies need your support now more than ever.  By responding to this need, you will be helping multiple agencies in one or more of the following ways:

Education Programs:
Quality education helps youth and adults achieve their full potential; key programs include pre-k literacy, tutoring, mentoring, special education, college and career counseling, and adult literacy.

Financial Stability Programs:
Financial stability promotes independence; key programs include basic human needs such as food, shelter and clothing, legal support, employment assistance, and life-skills education.

Health Programs:
Prevention, intervention, and education lead to health and wellness; key programs include community clinics, physical fitness, nutrition counseling, dental and vision care, and therapy.

The holidays are always busy at the Children's Home, with over 1,800 youth and families served every month, we are excited to gear up for the festivities ahead. Last year, thanks to our generous community, we fulfilled over 1,100 personalized Wish Lists, and this year we hope to make an even bigger impact! We need Holiday Volunteers to help with a variety of tasks, including:

Whether you're a family, group, or individual, we welcome anyone willing to donate their time and make a difference this holiday season. Opportunities are Monday-Friday, between 9am and 4pm, starting November 18th until December 19th.

For more information, please contact Renatta Hoffer, Volunteer and Community Engagement Coordinator, at renatta.hoffer@chail.org or (309) 687-8100.

What an amazing opportunity! This is our 17th annual Festival of Trees this year and we are needing awesome people to help us wrap the event up.

What to expect:

- Help wrap and organize auction items for delivery

- Help tear down decorations and load cars or trucks

- Help find auction items for customers

- Have fun and enjoy the kickoff of the Christmas season!

Get Ready to Jingle and Sort: Toy Sorting in the Warehouse!

Ho, ho, ho! It's that joyous time of year again, and we need your help to spread the holiday cheer! Join us as a volunteer to sort toys before our annual Toy Shop and become a part of the magic that brings smiles to children all around!

What You’ll Be Doing:

Shift Details:

Arrival Time: Please arrive 10 minutes early to get into the holiday spirit with a quick check-in and a briefing.

Location: Our Toy Sorting Wonderland is located at our Christmas Toy Warehouse in Peoria. The exact address will be shared with you once your volunteer spot is confirmed.

Dress Code: Come dressed in your comfiest attire - something that's easy to move and groove in!

Ready to Join the Fun? Reach out to our jolly Volunteer Coordinator, Maddison Barnard, at 309-253-9909 or email maddison.barnard@usc.salvationarmy.org to sign up.

Help us make this holiday season extra special and spread cheer one toy at a time. We can’t wait to celebrate the season with you!

Do you love art, enjoy working with children, and want to make a lasting impact in your community? 

We're seeking enthusiastic volunteer tour guides for our Arts Trek program at the Dubuque Museum of Art. This exciting program brings every 5th grader in the Dubuque School District to our museum for a guided exploration of our permanent collection and current exhibition, followed by a hands-on art activity led by their teachers. 

Sign up for one morning, a few, or a regular weekly shift—no need to attend them all.

Volunteer Details:

What You'll be doing:

Requirements:

This is a wonderful opportunity to share your love of art, help foster creativity in young minds, and be a part of a beloved community tradition.

We could use an experienced bookkeeper to assist with part time bookkeeping tasks. 

We are looking for volunteers to help with math and spelling homework at our afterschool program from 4:00-5:00 M-F. A great opportunity for a small group to volunteer together each Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday. To get started email niki@flickingerlearning.org or call 563-288-9000. Follow us on Facebook at Flickinger Learning! www.flickingerlearningcenter.org

Thanks to Student and Intern Days of Caring we are half way there! We are logging our books for our Accelerated Reader Library. Arrange the hours that work for you. Contact niki@flickingerlearning.org or call 563-288-9000. Follow us at Flickinger Learning on Facebook to see what we are up to!

Interested in gaining silver cord hours? Come read books, help with STEM activities, and play Sumdog math games with our kids ages K-6th. We would love to have you! Our program runs M-F 3:15-5:15 email niki@flickingerlearning.org or call 563-288-9000 to get started. Other ways to pick up Silver Cord hours at FLC: cleaning, shelving books, entering books in Excel, help with fundraisers like Bingo or Trivia. Follow us on Facebook at Flickinger Learning to see what we do!

Winter Farmer's Market is seeking smiling, cheerful morning people to help run our Market Info. Booth each week! It's a great way to meet our local farmers, learn more about where your food comes from, and get out of the house during those long winter months. Tasks include:

Each year, Convivium hosts a Holiday Cookie Box fundraiser where 100% of the profits go to our mission to improve life through food. Help us prep cookies during this shift.

Each year, Convivium hosts a Holiday Cookie Box fundraiser where 100% of the profits go to our mission to improve life through food. Help us prep cookies during this shift.

Each year, Convivium hosts a Thanksgiving pie fundraiser where 100% of the profits go to our mission to improve life through food. Help us prep pie crusts during this shift.

Each year, Convivium hosts a Thanksgiving pie fundraiser where 100% of the profits go to our mission to improve life through food. Help us prep pie crusts during this shift.

Volunteer staff will work in a private office monitoring the activities of the shelter. Checking guests in and out, answering the phone, and maintaining awareness are your responsibilities. Our work environment is peaceful. We have a kitchen and a smart tv for your use. 

We have four and eight hour volunteer shifts primarily on evenings and weekends and may be opportunities on 11pm-7 AM shift. 

A background check must be completed prior to volunteering. 

The sound of the red kettle bells means Christmas is coming — and JOY is on the way!

The Salvation Army of Peoria is looking for volunteers to help spread cheer and raise funds that stay right here in our community to support families in need. Bell ringing is fun, festive, and a simple way to make a big difference this holiday season!

You can:

Ring solo or bring a friend, family, or group!

Choose your location and shift time.

Help us keep the spirit of giving alive all season long!

Contact the volunteer coordinator, Maddison, or The Salvation Army Corps & Community Center for information on how to sign up!

Maddison: 309-253-9909

Citadel: 309-682-8886

Positive attitudes towards presenting comprehensive (including abstinence and contraception) sexual health information to youth, and promotion of holistic wellness for adolescents

Tact and sensitivity toward the feelings and opinions of others when presenting health information to youth

Collaboration with the community to reduce rates of STI and HIV infections, reduce disparities in STI and HIV infections, and reinforce efforts to reduce teen pregnancy rates

The GYT: Get Yourself Tested Events are a community collaboration between Central Illinois Friends and Hult Center for Healthy Living, Carle In-School Health, Peoria Public Schools, and countless other community-based agencies in Central Illinois.

These events are made possible with funding from the Heart of Illinois United Way.

Make a direct impact to a person with intellectual and developmental disabilities with little or no family involvement. We are seeking caring individuals we would be interested in being their birthday buddy and willing to get them a birthday cake and a small gift. You can be as involved as you see fit. If you choose to just adopt one person, a couple or a house full it is up to you. A cake to many of us is not a big deal but to an individual without a family it means the world. 

We need your help to keep great books accessible to communities 24/7. Visit Little Free Libraries in your community to distribute books! 

We can suggest where to look for free or inexpensive books, or if you already have some, you can share those too. You can find book-sharing boxes near you using our world map or free mobile app. 

Register here to get started. Once you sign up, you will get access to tips & resources. Our Little Free Library staff can answer your questions. You can share books whenever it works for you.  

Purpose: By keeping Little Free Libraries full of books, you are helping to build community, inspire readers, and expand book access. 

Responsibilities:

Time required: You set your own schedule. It could be a one-time project or a regular book distribution schedule.

How we can support you: We'll help you start with some online training, and we will suggest sources for books.

Qualifications:

Benefits: Experience the satisfaction of getting more books into the hands of readers while connecting with your community. Volunteers in the US and Canada will get a free Little Free Library t-shirt after you record your first impact in the Team LFL hub. 

Questions: You can contact the Community Engagement Manager to ask questions. We also offer virtual Q&A sessions where you can ask questions.

Communities are hungry for books! Help Little Free Library fulfill its mission of book access for everyone by coordinating a local book drive. You can lead a book drive and distributed the collected books to local Little Free Libraries. Little Free Library staff can answer your questions along the way. 

This is a flexible volunteer opportunity. You can coordinate your book drive during the times that work best for you and your community. 

How to get started: Sign up online. After you register, we will send you a guide about how to coordinate a book drive. 

Purpose: By keeping Little Free Libraries filled with books, you are helping to build community, inspire readers, and expand book access. 

Responsibilities:

Time Required: A typical book drive lasts about two weeks to one month, plus time beforehand to plan and promote the drive. 

Training & Resources Available: We will help you get to know our organization and share our tips for planning a successful book drive. 

Qualifications:

Benefits: Experience the satisfaction of getting more books into the hands of readers while connecting with your community. Volunteers in the US and Canada will get a free Little Free Library t-shirt after you record your impact in the Team LFL online hub. 

Supervision & Support: You can connect with the Community Engagement Manager to ask questions. We also offer virtual Q&A sessions for volunteers. 

Join us as we pack up Rooted Boxes — fun, hands-on kits that bring kids closer to healthy food through creativity and connection! Each box includes fresh local ingredients, a recipe, take home utensils, and an activity that helps kids explore the magic of nourishing their bodies and minds. Come lend a hand, meet great people, and help us spread some foodie joy to families in our community!

Join us as we pack up Rooted Boxes — fun, hands-on kits that bring kids closer to healthy food through creativity and connection! Each box includes fresh local ingredients, a recipe, take home utensils, and an activity that helps kids explore the magic of nourishing their bodies and minds. Come lend a hand, meet great people, and help us spread some foodie joy to families in our community!

Join us as we pack up Rooted Boxes — fun, hands-on kits that bring kids closer to healthy food through creativity and connection! Each box includes fresh local ingredients, a recipe, take home utensils, and an activity that helps kids explore the magic of nourishing their bodies and minds. Come lend a hand, meet great people, and help us spread some foodie joy to families in our community!

Join us as we pack up Rooted Boxes — fun, hands-on kits that bring kids closer to healthy food through creativity and connection! Each box includes fresh local ingredients, a recipe, take home utensils, and an activity that helps kids explore the magic of nourishing their bodies and minds. Come lend a hand, meet great people, and help us spread some foodie joy to families in our community!

Join us as we pack up Rooted Boxes — fun, hands-on kits that bring kids closer to healthy food through creativity and connection! Each box includes fresh local ingredients, a recipe, take home utensils, and an activity that helps kids explore the magic of nourishing their bodies and minds. Come lend a hand, meet great people, and help us spread some foodie joy to families in our community!

Join us as we pack up Rooted Boxes — fun, hands-on kits that bring kids closer to healthy food through creativity and connection! Each box includes fresh local ingredients, a recipe, take home utensils, and an activity that helps kids explore the magic of nourishing their bodies and minds. Come lend a hand, meet great people, and help us spread some foodie joy to families in our community!

Join us as we pack up Rooted Boxes — fun, hands-on kits that bring kids closer to healthy food through creativity and connection! Each box includes fresh local ingredients, a recipe, take home utensils, and an activity that helps kids explore the magic of nourishing their bodies and minds. Come lend a hand, meet great people, and help us spread some foodie joy to families in our community!

Red Cross Facility Hero

Did You know volunteers carry out over 90% of he humanitarian work of the Red Cross!

Commitment: 2-4 Hours/Week

Do:

Develop and implement plans to bring new volunteers to the Red Cross

Share the excitement of the Red Cross mission with diverse audiences

Gain:

Oral & Written Communication

Teamwork & Collaboration

Professionalism & Customer Service

Intercultural Fluency

Available Shifts

Mon 8:30am-12:30 & 12:30pm-4:30pm

Tues 11am-3pm & 3pm-7p

Friday 7am-11am

This position supports the Regional Biomedical Services department. This opportunity requires participation in in-person activities and/or performing work in a Red Cross facility.

The purpose of the Blood Donor Ambassador is to provide excellent and enthusiastic customer service to enhance the blood donor experience. Engage with blood donors to promote blood donation and set the stage for a long-term commitment to regular blood donations. Assist donors with re-hydrating after donation and observe for post-donation reactions. Express gratitude and ensure each blood donor is sincerely thanked for their donation.

GET REDCROSS SWAG!!!!!!!

If interested or for questions Sasha.WelchMoore@redcross.org / (309)322-0566

Red Cross Blood Driver

Do you or someone you know have a love for the road? Do you or someone you know enjoy alone time?

As a Blood Transportation Specialist, you'll ensure that lifesaving blood products are safely and efficiently transported to where they are needed the most. Your work helps maintain the Red Cross blood supply chain, directly supporting hospitals, patients, and blood drives.

Key Responsibilities

Safely Transport blood products between collection sites, processing centers, and hospitals

Follow strict safety, handling and temperature protocols for blood transport

Maintain accurate records of shipments, mileage and vehicle logs.

Sasha Welch-Moore

309-322-0566/ Sasha.Welchmoore@redcross.org 

The Community Organizations Active in Disaster group will be hosting a Volunteer Reception Center training. A Volunteer Reception Center (VRC) would be activated in the event of a disaster to intake and pair interested volunteers with opportunities to help in the community.

VRC training focuses on managing spontaneous volunteers after a disaster. We will learn how to register, assess, and assign volunteers to appropriate roles, ensuring safety, coordination, and proper documentation of hours for effective emergency response. 

This will be a free training and lunch will be provided! 

Be a superhero to someone who needs blood! 

Volunteers Needed 

This position supports the Regional Biomedical Services department (Your Local Area). This opportunity requires participation in in-person activities and/or performing work in a Red Cross facility. 

                                  Blood Donor Ambassador (EXTREME NEED)

Greet donors, explain the donation process as necessary and assist with initial intake and hand offs through the blood donation process.

Direct donor to next step of donation or options for future donations if deferred.

Model excellent customer service behaviors.

Ensure blood donors have relevant information and that questions are answered appropriately while creating a favorable impression of the blood donation process.

Learn and share the Red Cross story, including the mission, vision, and values

Provide customer service to donors in the Hospitality Area by ensuring that each donor is recognized for his/her contribution. Report possible adverse post-donation physical reactions to the collections staff.

Set up and maintain cleanliness in Reception and Hospitality Areas, and Donor Areas/Beds as requested

Work with collections team supervisor or charge staff to match donor’s blood type with the best product for maximum impact

Responsible to inform donors of current and upcoming donation promotions

May make reminder/cancellation calls, re-schedule donor appointments, and perform follow up activities as directed

If you're interested please reach out to me @ 309-322-0566 or Sasha.WelchMoore@redcross.org

Role includes greeting donors, assisting with registration, and ensuring a positive donor experience. Even a few hours of your time can make a lifesaving difference.

Restoration Workdays are designed to help remove invasive plant species that interfere with the native habitat in our parks. This is an important step in maintaining a healthy environment in our parks and community. Plant removal is done through cutting with hand tools and/ or hand pulling when possible. This is a hands-on task and requires volunteers to be able to bend, carry tools, traverse uneven terrain, and in some cases walk long distances.
*11/4 date we will be picking up trash along the hillside while the road is closed for it's monthly maintenance work. 

Close toed shoes are required, long pants are preferred, but are optional. Please bring a water bottle and work gloves. We will provide work gloves if needed.

Meet in the parking lot.

Read United is a one-on-one reading program that pairs Quad Cities adult volunteers with elementary kids to read together on a weekly basis for 30 minutes. The majority of students paired with Read United volunteers are struggling readers facing many barriers. Read United is an opportunity for elementary school students to practice reading and develop literacy skills with a caring adult while building a love of reading.

Looking for someone to assist in picking up our Pantry items from St. Stephen's, Mondays. Pick up time is 9:00 am. If you are able to pass our MVR, we provide the van. 

We need assistance in the pick up, loading and loading of the pantry items. This is an ongoing need. 

Read United is a one-on-one reading program that pairs Quad Cities adult volunteers with elementary kids to read together on a weekly basis for 30 minutes. The majority of students paired with Read United volunteers are struggling readers facing many barriers. Read United is an opportunity for elementary school students to practice reading and develop literacy skills with a caring adult while building a love of reading.

Read United is a one-on-one reading program that pairs Quad Cities adult volunteers with elementary kids to read together on a weekly basis for 30 minutes. The majority of students paired with Read United volunteers are struggling readers facing many barriers. Read United is an opportunity for elementary school students to practice reading and develop literacy skills with a caring adult while building a love of reading.

Read United is a one-on-one reading program that pairs Quad Cities adult volunteers with elementary kids to read together on a weekly basis for 30 minutes. The majority of students paired with Read United volunteers are struggling readers facing many barriers. Read United is an opportunity for elementary school students to practice reading and develop literacy skills with a caring adult while building a love of reading.

Read United is a one-on-one reading program that pairs Quad Cities adult volunteers with elementary kids to read together on a weekly basis for 30 minutes. The majority of students paired with Read United volunteers are struggling readers facing many barriers. Read United is an opportunity for elementary school students to practice reading and develop literacy skills with a caring adult while building a love of reading.

Read United is a one-on-one reading program that pairs Quad Cities adult volunteers with elementary kids to read together on a weekly basis for 30 minutes. The majority of students paired with Read United volunteers are struggling readers facing many barriers. Read United is an opportunity for elementary school students to practice reading and develop literacy skills with a caring adult while building a love of reading.

Read United is a one-on-one reading program that pairs Quad Cities adult volunteers with elementary kids to read together on a weekly basis for 30 minutes. The majority of students paired with Read United volunteers are struggling readers facing many barriers. Read United is an opportunity for elementary school students to practice reading and develop literacy skills with a caring adult while building a love of reading.

Read United is a one-on-one reading program that pairs Quad Cities adult volunteers with elementary kids to read together on a weekly basis for 30 minutes. The majority of students paired with Read United volunteers are struggling readers facing many barriers. Read United is an opportunity for elementary school students to practice reading and develop literacy skills with a caring adult while building a love of reading.

Read United is a one-on-one reading program that pairs Quad Cities adult volunteers with elementary kids to read together on a weekly basis for 30 minutes. The majority of students paired with Read United volunteers are struggling readers facing many barriers. Read United is an opportunity for elementary school students to practice reading and develop literacy skills with a caring adult while building a love of reading.

United Way is looking for volunteers to read once a month to a pre-school classroom. 

Now is the time to make a difference in our community! Join your friends and neighbors to clean up and better our community and planet. A variety of events are held throughout the year—let's make an impact on our land and waterways this year!

Volunteer opportunities are posted by our community partners and the quantity varies depending on the time of year. This posting is about the overall opportunity, but more information about the specific events can be found on our website. 

To view and register for upcoming events, visit https://xstreamcleanup.org/upcoming-events

Follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/xstreamcleanup to see posts when new opportunities are added. 

Make a Difference in Your Community—Right from Home!

Are you passionate about your local community and want to help others discover how to give back? We're looking for seeking enthusiastic volunteers to help us update and enrich local pages on Ways to Connect, our national directory of volunteer sites.

Ways to Connect is a crowdsourced platform designed to boost traffic and engagement to local volunteer websites—like this one! With just a bit of online research and your enthusiasm, you can help neighbors easily find volunteer opportunity platforms, service clubs, mutual aid groups, and more—making it simpler than ever for everyone to make an impact locally.

Volunteer contributors have already helped us identify 711 volunteer resources across 324 communities in the US!

What You'll Do:

Conduct quick, simple online research to identify active service clubs, mutual aid groups, and upcoming volunteer events in your community.

Enhance your community's page on Ways to Connect by ensuring the information is current, accurate, and inviting for potential volunteers.

Optional: Promote your community’s page on social media to help friends and family find a path to service.

Why Volunteer with Inspiring Service?

Easy and flexible: Volunteer remotely at your convenience.

Immediate community impact: Help your neighbors discover meaningful ways to contribute.

Small commitment: Volunteer for as little as 2 hours, or as much as you'd like.

Growth opportunities: Volunteers can explore deeper involvement through our Ambassador program.

Ready to help your community thrive? Join us today and make volunteering more accessible for everyone.

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We are excited to expand this opportunity to more nurses: If you are an RN or LPN with a current professional license, the American Red Cross is eager to talk with you about an incredible volunteer opportunity at the Woodson Health Clinic at the Rock Island Arsenal.  Join a tradition of Red Cross nurses going all the way back to our founder, Clara Barton, by providing excellent patient care at a family clinic for our US Army personnel at the Arsenal.  The time commitment is minimal: If you can work one 5-hour shift per week, you will help meet the needs of the patients who rely on the clinic. This is an ideal opportunity for retired nurses or nurses who are working part-time.  If you want to give back to our military service members and continue to hone your clinical skills, we want to meet you and see if this is a great mutual fit.  Volunteers would work under the supervision of the officer-in-charge at the clinic, who is a Family Nurse Practitioner.   

During a public shopping event, volunteers keep the area looking good. We remove empty hangers, rearrange displays, and bag the shoppers' clothing. We assist shoppers with selection, if needed. Individuals and groups of all ages are welcome to help.

 At the Open Closet, we provide free clothing to those in need:

Please call 563-495-0885 or email opencloset@almosthomedbq.org for more information.

 Thank you for considering us for volunteer opportunity!

Volunteers will restock apparel, sort through donated items, hang and fold clothes. Volunteer hours are Tuesday-Thursday, 8:30-11:30 a.m. Time commitment will vary by individual with volunteers working 3 hours per day.

Most volunteers come in one day a week for just a wonderful, uplifting experience! Come in and check us out!

Please call 563-495-0885 or email opencloset@almosthomedbq.org for more information.

Thank you for considering us for your volunteer efforts!

Mainly lawn mowing, trimming and sweeping.

We are looking for a weekly volunteer.

Pearce is looking for Youth Sports Program Volunteers! We are currently in volleyball season and are in need of coaches and officials. Games take place on Saturday mornings at 10:00 am. Looking ahead to October, our Youth Basketball program will begin, and we are seeking volunteer coaches to help lead the season. If you enjoy working with kids and love sports, this is a great opportunity to make a difference!

Junior Achievement of Central Illinois provides volunteers with training that is simple and relatable; programs that are engaging and fun; and a classroom full of eager kids ready to learn from you!

As a Junior Achievement volunteer, you will inspire kids to achieve a more fulfilling career and life by contributing your professional insights and personal experiences to the programs you teach.
 
EASY STEP-BY-STEP PROCESS

1) Sign Up
How you volunteer is important! Select the type of volunteering that is most suitable to get more information and complete a form that our program team will use to contact you.

2) Pick Schedule
You will have the opportunity to discuss your preference of how or where you would like to volunteer before signing up.

3) Attend Training
A JA program team member will provide you with a short but effective training session in which you will be able to ask questions. Online, self-guided new volunteer training is also available. We will make sure you are ready to volunteer!

4) Impact Lives
Sharing your professional experiences as a mentor while facilitating JA Learning Experiences helps students believe in themselves so they can achieve their dreams!

FLEXIBLE VOLUNTEERING CHOICES
Location
Volunteering for Junior Achievement is flexible, and in many cases, you may be able to serve a class close to your home or workplace!

Time Investment
The JA program team provides resources that make preparation easy, and with so many learning experiences to choose from, you can pick one that best fits your goals and objectives. Most volunteers will visit classrooms five times in one school semester for five class periods (about 45 min. for each class period/lesson). A typical JA volunteer will spend just ten hours preparing and volunteering!

Grade Level
Junior Achievement has learning experiences for grades K-12. Volunteers are able to select the grade and/or subject matter that best meets their volunteering goals and objectives. 

Delivery Model
 We have in-person, virtual, and blended learning experiences!

 K-12 LEARNING EXPERIENCES
Elementary
In grades K-5, children are eager to learn and full of energy! If you like working with elementary grade children, you will love volunteering for JA! Games, engaging worksheets, and more are used to make learning fun and impactful for this age group.

Middle School
Volunteering with youth in grades 6-8 is very rewarding! It can be so much fun but also helps youth at a critical stage in their educational journeys. In this age group, youth are curious about the future and the kind of jobs that exist. They have a longer attention span than elementary grade children, and they are capable of creating relevant plans for their futures. 

High School
If you enjoy working with kids that are ready to tackle the world but are looking for the paths to be opened up to them and are fascinated by innovation and entrepreneurship, the high school volunteer experience may be right for you! Volunteering at the high school level will typically be focused on one or more of the three JA pathways: financial literacy, work/career readiness, and entrepreneurship/entrepreneurial thinking. 

Help advocates and staff members with tabling events and outreach volunteer opportunities in the community! If you enjoy meeting others and spreading awareness throughout your community, we'd love to have you volunteer with us and help with various events! For more information, contact Amie Buckley, Associate Program Director, at amie@riverviewcenter.org.

Are you available one day a week? Are you wanting to make the difference in the healing process of a sexual assault survivor? Become an advocate for sexual assault survivors today! Flexible hours for on-call shifts and respond in-person to area hospitals and law enforcement centers, provide support and resources to survivors of sexual assault. Available shifts are 5pm until 8am the next morning Monday-Friday, on Saturdays and Sundays shifts are from 8am until 8am the following day, and occasionally, 8am-5pm Monday through Friday.

30 hour training is provided by Riverview Center. To see when future trainings are offered, please reach out to the Associate Program Director by email, amie@riverviewcenter.org. 

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The Woodlands Senior Apartments is looking for a volunteer to call BINGO on Monday evenings from 5:30 - 7:30pm. They are looking for a friendly person with a strong voice! 

Are you skilled in maintenance, handy with tools, and looking for a meaningful way to give back to the community? Family House needs your talents!

The organization seeks dedicated volunteers to assist with essential maintenance and upkeep at our house. These skills are crucial in ensuring the house is safe, functional, and welcoming for those served.

Here's how maintenance expertise can make a tangible impact:

Flexible opportunities are available to fit any schedule, from one-time projects to recurring shifts. Volunteers can apply their skills, learn new ones, and connect with like-minded individuals who share a passion for making a difference.

Ready to help keep the house in top shape and support the mission?  Sign up today!

If you have any questions, email Melissa at myoung@familyhousepeoria.org or call 309.685.5300 

 We are looking for individuals, groups, businesses, restaurants, families, etc., to prepare meals for the families staying at Family House. 

The Heart of the House Meal Program provides a way to extend care and comfort to our families who appreciate a home-cooked meal before going to the hospital, or upon return from a long day of medical treatments, or spending the day at the bedside of their loved one. 

Home-cooked meals keep the families from having to go to restaurants, eating out the vending machines,  having to cook after being at the hospital all day, and it allows them to just sit down and unwind. 

Here are some ways to ensure our guests can enjoy a nice meal during their stay:

We have two communal kitchens with everything you need to cook with. We have  3 barbecue grills outside. You will just need to provide the food you are planning to prepare. The number of families varies day by day, but you can call close to the day you are coming to get a count of how many families we have.

For additional information, don't hesitate to get in touch with our Operations Manager, Melissa Young, at myoung@familyhousepeoria.org or call 309.685.5300

We are looking for groups and individuals to volunteer for us this Christmas. Go to registertoring.com to sign up for shifts before they fill up. 

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Mississippi Valley (BBBSMV) has an urgent need for mentors — especially male mentors — with more than 200 local youth currently waiting for a Big. Our one-on-one mentoring programs connect caring adult volunteers with area youth, creating meaningful relationships that empower young people to reach their full potential.

BBBSMV provides mentoring environments that meet the needs of our Littles (youth) while offering flexibility for our Bigs (volunteers). Each Big Brothers Big Sisters match is thoughtfully planned to ensure compatibility, safety, and success, creating positive and memorable experiences for everyone involved.

Community-Based Program
Bigs and Littles meet out in the community, usually on evenings or weekends. Spending 6–10 hours per month together, matches explore the Quad Cities, enjoy free or low-cost activities, and try new things while building a lasting friendship.

School-Based Plus Program
Bigs meet with their Littles at a local elementary school, typically during the lunch or recess hour. About once a week, matches can share lunch, play games, read, work on projects, or enjoy recess together.

BBBSMV also offers monthly group activities for all Bigs and Littles — from developmentally focused outings for elementary students to Big Futures events that support career exploration and post–high school planning for middle and high school youth.

Every Thursday through the growing season, volunteers will help with processing and preserving the fruits & vegetables harvested each week from our gardens.  Shifts are scheduled from 10am to noon and noon to 2pm, but you are welcome to sign up for both shifts!  

This volunteer role does require training, so if you have attended one of our Kitchen Volunteer training sessions, you are eligible to sign up.  Otherwise, please reach out to our Program Coordinator at jessica@convivium-dbq.com to learn more about getting trained to help in our kitchens.

Tact and sensitivity toward the feelings and opinions of others when presenting health information to youth

The GYT: Get Yourself Tested Events are a community collaboration between Central Illinois Friends and Hult Center for Healthy Living, UnityPoint In-School Health, Positive Health Solutions, Peoria Public Schools, and countless other community-based agencies in Central Illinois.

These events are made possible with funding from the Heart of Illinois United Way.

Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) are trained volunteers whose role is to advocate for the best interests of abused and neglected children in the Sangamon County juvenile court system. CASA strives to ensure that society is fulfilling its most fundamental obligation to children in need. CASA trains and supports qualified, compassionate adults that will fight for and protect a child's right to be safe, to be treated with dignity  and respect, and to learn and grow in the security of a loving family.

EP!C's Community Day Services Program works to ensure each participant enjoys a productive, enjoyable day while building skills to enrich their lives. Looking for a rewarding way to give back? As a volunteer with this program, you’ll play a vital role in creating joyful, purposeful days for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You’ll assist staff in planning and leading a variety of hands-on activities, from arts and crafts to music, games, basic life skills training, and community outings. Each day brings opportunities to connect, laugh, and help participants build confidence, independence, and meaningful relationships. No special experience is needed, just patience, compassion, and a willingness to make someone’s day brighter. Whether you're volunteering once a week or once a month, your presence makes a real difference.

This opportunity is ongoing, with flexible hours from Monday-Friday, 8:00 am- 3:00pm. 

This position could require heavy lifting and standing for long periods of time. 

EP!C’s Educational Services Program enables individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to build the skills and knowledge necessary to enrich their lives through enjoyable, productive, and therapeutic day programming. We envision a world where people with intellectual and developmental disabilities have every opportunity to achieve their best, and in Educational Services we aim to turn that vision into a reality with a variety of education options. 

If looking to volunteer more than once and over the age of 17 a background check is required.  

You can sign up to lead one to however many sessions of something that you have a special interest or expertise in teaching. The times would be from 9:30a to 10:30a &/or 12p to 1p. It could be that you sign up to facilitate something reoccurring (like a book club), or maybe you want to sign up to just teach one thing (like a singular cooking course).

Some of our people's interests include

Please reach out if you have any ideas for an activity or class.

Mary's Inn Maternity Home is in need of compassionate, faith-filled women and high school/college aged young women to babysit for a couple of hours (or less) in the evenings once or twice a month.  Do you love children? Are you searching for purpose in your life?  Is God calling you to help those less fortunate?  If so, then this is the ministry for you!  Help us help young mothers who chose life.

Help answer phones, prepare and lead fun activities. Assist in planning fundraising events and gatherings. Call BINGO games. 

Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP): Objectively counsel Medicare beneficiaries, their Caregivers or a representative who has questions regarding Medicare, Medicare Supplement, Medicare Managed Care, Medicare Advantages and/or Prescription Drug Coverage.  Requires Certification through Illinois Department on Aging. 

Visit residents residing in a state licensed facility on a regular basis. Listen to residents' concerns and problems while having a friendly visit. Report observations, support residents' rights, privacy and confidentiality. Refer urgent concerns to the Ombudsman.  Requires additional Illinois Department on AGing training.  NEEDED IN ALL OFFICES!

Open and organize mail, balance checkbooks, pay bills for participants in the program. Assist in keeping the participant on track with their budgets. (Please note volunteer placement is based on the needs of the participants). Needed in all offices. Requires additional Illinois Department on Aging training.