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Member Organizations
1st WAY Pregnancy Support Services (Johnsburg)
Johnsburg, IL 60051
Mission: To provide loving assistance, emotional, and financial support for women and girls who find themselves in a crisis pregnancy. Description: 1st WAY offers free pregnancy testing, positive alternatives to abortion, emotional support and encouragement, maternity clothing, latayettes, baby items, referrals to community agencies for financial aid, housing and medical care, referrals for legal and psychological assistance, post abortion support, referrals to licensed adoption agencies, and parenting classes.
Volunteers engaged annually: 55
Youngest volunteer: 16
1st WAY Pregnancy Support Services (Harvard)
Harvard, IL 60033
Mission: To provide loving assistance, emotional, and financial support for women and girls who find themselves in a crisis pregnancy. Description: 1st WAY offers free pregnancy testing, positive alternatives to abortion, emotional support and encouragement, maternity clothing, latayettes, baby items, referrals to community agencies for financial aid, housing and medical care, referrals for legal and psychological assistance, post abortion support, referrals to licensed adoption agencies, and parenting classes.
Volunteers engaged annually: 55
Youngest volunteer: 16
22nd Judicial Circuit Family Violence Coordinating Council
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
http://www.co.mchenry.il.us/22fvcc/
Mission: To establish a forum to improve the institutional, professional, and community response to family violence; to engage in education and prevention; coordination of intervention and services for victims and perpetrators; and to contribute to the improvement of the legal system and the administration of justice. Description: Coordination of several committees whose purpose is to carry out mission as stated above. Sponsoring seminars and workshops as well as events to promote awareness are our biggest responsibilities. We have a very small budget which really limits what we are able to do.
Volunteers engaged annually: less than 5
Youngest volunteer: all adults
Adult and Children Rehab Center
Woodstock, IL 60098
Mission: To provide the highest level of services to the physically challenged and disabled of every age, bringing hope and creating confidence to realize individual maximum levels of independence. Description: Physical, occupational, speech & lymphedema therapies are provided at the Rehab Center and though the Center's Home Health Care Program.
Volunteers engaged annually: 75
Youngest volunteer: 15
Alexander Leigh Center for Autism
Lake in the Hills, Il 60156
www.alexanderleighcenterforautism.com
Mission: The Alexander Leigh Center for Autism (ALCA) is a 501(c)(3) non profit, developmental learning center and therapeutic day school for children with autistic spectrum disorders. It is our mission to provide an environment where children on the autistic spectrum can develop their potential academically, emotionally, socially, communicatively, physically and gain functional independence, using current best practice, research based, peer reviewed interventions that are selected for each child based on their individual needs. Description: ALCA is an ISBE approved school, serving children with autism between the ages of 3 and 12. We are a year round school that focuses on sensory regulation, engagement, communication, socialization, community integration and daily living skills. We have a strong focus on parent carryover and bringing awareness to the community. We look to volunteers in many areas from material making and fundraising to maintenance and repairs.
Volunteers engaged annually: 15
Youngest volunteer: 16
Alexian Brothers Hospice
Hanover Park, IL 60133
http://www.alexianbrothershealth.org/services/hospice/index.aspx
Mission: The focus of Alexian Brothers Hospice services is to provide physical, emotional and spiritual support to our patients and their family members so that they are able to live their lives as fully as possible, to the end of their days, in comfort and dignity, surrounded by their loved ones. Description: The Alexian Brothers Hospice team is comprised of the referring physician, our medical director, nurses, hospice aides, social workers, chaplains, trained hospice volunteers, as well as the patient and the family. It is our goal to listen to the needs of the patient and family, and work together with them to provide the appropriate services
Volunteers engaged annually: 25+
Youngest volunteer: 18
Algonquin Founders' Days
Algonquin, IL 60102
Mission: To provide a family fun festival during the last full weekend in July. Description: Put together the Annual Algonquin Founders' Days Festival.
Volunteers engaged annually: 300
Youngest volunteer: 16
Algonquin/Lake in the Hills Chamber of Commerce
Lake in the Hills, IL 60156
www.algonquin-lith-chamber.com
Mission: To promote & support the prosperity & development of the local business community & to enhance the quality of life in our communities. Description: In addition to working with area businesses and organizations, the Chamber is involved in the community through festivals, area schools, government and community events for the residents of the communities the Chamber serves.
Volunteers engaged annually: 300+
Youngest volunteer: Typically 13 and older
Algonquin/Lake in the Hills Food Pantry
Lake in the Hills, IL 60156
www.algonquinlakeinthehillsfoodpantry.com
Mission: To help those residents of Algonquin & Lake In The Hills who are in need of food. Description: Provide food and necessities to clients at pantry.
Volunteers engaged annually: 85
Youngest volunteer: 16
Algonquin-Lake in the Hills Jaycees
Algonquin, IL 60102
Mission: To provide young people the opportunity to develop personal and leadership skills through local community involvement while expanding the Jaycee movement. Description: The Algonquin-Lake in the Hills Junior Chamber of Commerce (Jaycees) is a leadership training organization composed of people 18-41. We are actively seeking new members who are interested in personal growth through community involvement.
Volunteers engaged annually: 50+
Youngest volunteer: 18
Alliance Against Intoxicated Motorists
Schaumburg, IL 60173
Mission: Court Watch Program - Making a difference in improving the court system. There needs to be accountablity for all persons involved in a DUI court case. Description: Grass roots, non for profit organization that fights drunk driving.
Volunteers engaged annually: 75
Youngest volunteer: 12
Alzheimer's Association - Greater Illinois Chapter
Rockford, IL 61108
Mission: Our Mission is to eliminate Alzheimer's disease and other dementias through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementias through the promotion of brain health. Description: When Alzheimer's disease touches your life, turn to the leader in Alzheimer's care and support, the Alzheimer's Association - Greater Illinois Chapter. We are here to provide reliable information, programs, care navigation, services and access to community resources.
Volunteers engaged annually: 150
Youngest volunteer: 18
American Cancer Society
Batavia, IL 60510
Mission: The American Cancer Society is the nationwide community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives and diminishing suffering from cancer, through research, education, advocacy, and service. Description: The American Cancer Society works to eliminate cancer by helping people get well, helping people stay well, finding a cure and fighting back.
Volunteers engaged annually: 10,000
Youngest volunteer: 13
American Red Cross of Greater Chicago
Chicago, IL 60612
Mission: The American Red Cross, a humanitarian organization led by volunteers and guided by its Congressional Charter and the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross Movement, will provide relief to victims of disasters and help people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies. Description: At the American Red Cross of Greater Chicago, there are 3,000 active volunteers working day and night throughout northeastern Illinois. Do you want to volunteer, but you’re not sure how to get started? There is no shortage of ways you can make a difference in the lives of people who need it most. Volunteers play a vital role in fulfilling the Red Cross mission: preparedness, prevention, and response to emergencies. No matter your interests, skills or schedule, you can make a significant contribution to your community. Find out how rewarding giving your time and efforts can be.
Volunteers engaged annually: 3000
Youngest volunteer: 17
Animal House Shelter, Inc.
Huntley, IL 60142
Mission: Animal House Shelter, Inc. is a not for profit, no kill shelter which strives to save abused and neglected cats and dogs and place them in loving homes. We are funded solely by donations and the work of our dedicated staff and volunteers. We seek to get to know each animal, socialize with them, and put them in the best possible home. Description: Animal House Shelter rescues cats and dogs, often those that otherwise would be euthenized. We rehabilitate the animals mentally and physically in order to place them with the best new family. We give them the best possible veterinary care, and never decline medical treatment if it means that animal has a chance at a new, healthy, happy life.
Volunteers engaged annually: over 400
Youngest volunteer: 10yrs w/ parent
Animal Outreach Human Society
McHenry, Illinois 60051
Mission: Animal Outreach Society will help McHenry County become a community where no adoptable and/or treatable animal or healthy feral cat is euthanized. This will be accomplished by creating funding, and managing proactive programs which prevent unwanted animal Description:
Volunteers engaged annually: 50
Youngest volunteer: 25
Assisi Animal Foundation
Crystal Lake, IL 60039
Mission: shelter, rehabilitate and re-home homeless or unwanted cats and dogs to responsible permanent homes. We are dedicated to a no-kill policy, using euthanasia only professional medical advice and administration as a last resort to incurable illness and pain, or aggression so severe it is a danger to other animals and caregivers. The AAF is dedicated to serving the community as well with its animal assisted therapy, and educational programs. We are dedicated to protecting and improving the lives of sentient fellow creatures. Description: We shelter in a basically cage-less environment, provide all medical care, and seek homes for unwanted pets. We introduced animal assisted therapy to area nursing and convalescent centers in 1987,and continue this community service today. We support TNR programs to help alleviate the tragic problem of over population, and provide educational programs to young peoples' groups and classrooms.
Volunteers engaged annually: 25
Youngest volunteer: 18
AYSO Region 314 (American Youth Soccer Organization)
Harvard, IL 60033
Mission: AYSO Vision Statement: To provide world class youth soccer programs that enrich children's lives/ The AYSO Mission Statement To develop and deliver quality youth soccer programs which promote a fun, family environment based on the AYSO philosophies: Everyone Plays - Our region’s goal is for kids to play soccerso we mandate that every player on every team must play at least half of every game. Balanced Teams - Each year we form new teams as evenly balanced as possiblebecause it is fair and more fun when teams of equal ability play. Open Registration - Our program is open to all children between 4 and 18 years of age who want to register and play soccer. Interest and enthusiasm are the only criteria for playing. Positive Coaching - Kids win when they are built up, not when they are torn down! We train and encourage our coaches to make the extra effort to understand and offer positive help to our players, rather than negative criticism. Good Sportsmanship - We strive to create a positive environment based on mutual respect, rather than a win-at-all-costs attitude, and our program is designed to instill good sportsmanship in every facet of AYSO. Description: Operate a Fall and Spring recreational soccer program in Harvard, IL. This program is all volunteer and needs a steady supply of positive volunteers to help out with thing such as field work, field marking, concession stand operations and special projects.
Volunteers engaged annually: 75
Youngest volunteer: 12
Bethesda Thrift Shop
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Mission: To enhance the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities through services that share the good news of Jesus Christ. Description: Bethesda takes pride in sharing the love of Christ with children and adults who have developmental disabilities, and it is the main focus of Bethesda's ministry. We also provide resources to educate friends, families, congregations and other service providers about developmental disabilities. Bethesda supports people with developmental disabilities both in their own homes or in Bethesda-owned facilities. Support programs vary and are based on each person's needs. The people we support and their families take an active part in services by helping to create goals and objectives, in line with Person-Centered Planning. Bethesda relies on the income generated by our 23 resale shops to help provide funding for our mission. One-hundred percent of the net proceeds from the stores go directly to the people Bethesda supports. In 2005, the shops provided $1.2 million in revenue that helped pay for unfunded services such as specially-built wheelchairs, dentures, supplies for feeding tubes and for Christian education and spiritual nurture for the men, women and children served by Bethesda around the country.
Volunteers engaged annually: 100
Youngest volunteer: 18
Big Brothers Big Sisters of McHenry County
McHenry, IL 60050
Mission: To help children in need reach their potential through professionally supported one-to-one Big Brothers Big Sisters mentoring relationships that will improve the lives of these children forever. Description: Recruit, enroll, train, match, and supervise volunteer mentors who provide guidance and companionship on a consistent basis to "at risk" youth.
Volunteers engaged annually: 500
Youngest volunteer: 15
Blackhawk Area Council BSA Sycamore District
Rockford, IL 61104
Mission: Council Mission Statement The Mission of the Blackhawk Area Council is to positively change lives of those we serve with membership opportunities in quality programs of character and leadership development. Description: Offer young people responsible fun and adventure; Instill in young people lifetime values and develop in them ethical character as expressed in the Scout Oath and Law; Train young people in citizenship, service, and leadership; Serve America's communities and families with its quality, values-based programs.
Volunteers engaged annually: 4700
Youngest volunteer: 18
Blessing Barn
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Mission: The heart of Blessing Barn is to provide basic life needs, such as clothing and household items, to needy individuals and families who cross our path through word of mouth or referrals. To achieve this, Blessing Barn will oversee the collection of donate Description: Helping single moms, and men re-establish their lives by giving furniture, clothes, shoes to help accommodate themselves. Host raffles and giveaways also for the community.
Volunteers engaged annually: 20-25
Youngest volunteer: 16
BraveHearts Therapeutic Riding & Educational Center
Harvard, IL 60033
Mission: BraveHearts Therapeutic Riding and Educational Center is a co-educational program founded to serve people who are coping with physical, mental, and emotional challenges to rebuild confidence and self-esteem. Through our expert instructors and trainers, as well as dedicated volunteers, BraveHearts provides a positive and structured learning experience in a safe and nurturing environment. For some, those few small steps taken on a horse translate into significant strides in individual learning and everyday living. BraveHearts strives to maximize the potential for each participating individual, encouraging each to find new joys in life through this unique therapy. Description: Therapeutic horseback riding for individuals with disabilities, inclusive summer day camp, disabled veteran riding lessons, horsemanship clinics, recreation therapy day groups, and much more!
Volunteers engaged annually: 50+
Youngest volunteer: 14
BSA Pack 134
McHenry, IL 60050
Mission: We are a Boy Scout Pack working to provide the opportunity to Hispanic kids in McHenry, IL. Description: We are a Boy Scout Pack working to provide the opportunity to Hispanic kids in McHenry, IL.
Volunteers engaged annually: 15
Youngest volunteer: 18
Calvary Assembly of God church
Crystal Lake, 60014
Mission: Exalt God through worship Evangelize our community Encourage through prayer and relationships Equip to make disciples Enlist people in service to Christ and our community Description: Network jobs for the church and community offer free Spanish & English classes to the community Food pantry to the community counseling for pre-marriage and married couples counseling for addictions financial counseling for the community vacation Bible school for the community
Volunteers engaged annually: 300
Youngest volunteer: 10
Cary Area Public Library District
Cary , IL 60013
Mission: The mission of the Cary Area Public Library District is to provide an accessible environment with resources to inspire, educate, entertain and enlighten the community. The Library seeks to expand knowledge, understanding, appreciation and wisdom in our adults, young people and children. Description: The Cary Area Public Library provides materials and programs for residents of the district. Volunteer needs include helping out with programs, shelf upkeep and bi-annual booksales.
Volunteers engaged annually: 20
Youngest volunteer: 16
Cary Baseball Federation
Cary , IL 60013
Mission: To promote good character in the youths of our community. To promote good sportsmanship in the youths of our community. To teach the basics and fundamentals of baseball/softball in our community. Description: We provide recreational baseball and softball for ages 6-18. We have volunteer positions available for MCC Promise Students. Field Crew, Umpire, Concessions.
Volunteers engaged annually: 30
Youngest volunteer: 17
CASA of McHenry County
Woodstock, IL 60098
Mission: The mission of CASA of McHenry County is to draw from community resources to provide well-trained volunteers who will advocate for abused and neglected children in our court system, provide needed information to the court, and help develop a more effective juvenile court process. Description: CASA of McHenry County trains volunteers to advocate in Juvenile Abuse and Neglect Court for child victims of abuse and neglect. Volunteers advocate in court for the child, faciltate services, investigate circumstances, and monitor each case.
Volunteers engaged annually: 57
Youngest volunteer: 21
Centegra Health System
Mc Henry, IL 60050
Mission: To provide quality health care services with innovative and responsible use of resources and promote wellness for the greater McHenry County Area. Description: Provide Centegra Health System with volunteers.
Volunteers engaged annually: 300
Youngest volunteer: 16
Center for Economic Progress
Chicago, IL 60602
http://www.economicprogress.org
Mission: The Center for Economic Progress helps hard-working, low-income families move from financial uncertainty to financial security. Local in service but national in voice, we achieve our mission in three ways: 1. We provide trusted tax and financial counseling, giving Illinois families the tools to make sound choices. 2. We lead a national coalition of organizations that promote economic progress for low-wage workers and their families. 3. We advance policies and practices to create a financial system that works for all. Description: We have over 30 tax sites statewide where we provide free tax and financial counseling to low-income workers, including a site in Crystal Lake.
Volunteers engaged annually: 1200
Youngest volunteer: 16
Challenger Learning Center for Science & Technology
Woodstock, IL 60098
Mission: The mission of the Challenger Learning Center for Science & Technology is to honor the memory and spirit of the Space Shuttle Challenger 51L crew by providing a hands-on space exploration curriculum and center that enhances critical thinking skills. Description: The Challenger Learning Center is a non-profit learning center for children. The center provides an interactive learning experience for grade school children utilizing our space station and mission control simulators.
Volunteers engaged annually: 9
Youngest volunteer: 14
Child Advocacy Center of McHenry County
Woodstock, IL 60098
Mission: The mission of the Child Advocacy Center of McHenry County is to further reduce trauma to child victims through coordinating a timely, comprehensive, and multidisciplinary response in reported cases of child sexual abuse and severe physical abuse. Description: Coordinates and schedules victim sensitive interviews for reported cases of child sexual or severe physical abuse. Provides a child friendly center for the interview to take place. Provides advocacy and referrals to child victims and non-offending family members.
Volunteers engaged annually: 5
Youngest volunteer: 18
Children's Center for Autism
Cary , IL 60013
Mission: Providing brighter futures for families living with autism. Description: Provide autism information, resources, agency linkage and a 24 hour therapeutic group home for children with severe autism ages 6 thru 21.
Volunteers engaged annually: 50
Youngest volunteer: 8
Children's Health Fair
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Mission: This year’s fair, themed “It’s a Jungle Out There,” will take place at McHenry County College, Wednesday, August 6, from 9am-4pm. Mercy is proud to be a member of the McHenry County Children’s Health and Safety Fair Coalition. In addition to entertainment and door prizes, the fair will include interactive and educational exhibit booths. Reduced cost immunizations, school physicals and dental exams will be offered by appointment only. Description:
Volunteers engaged annually: 60
Youngest volunteer: 12
Civil Air Patrol, McHenry County Composit Squadron
Greenwood, IL 60097
Mission: To serve America by developing our nation's youth; accomplishing local, state & national missions; and educating our citizens to ensure air and space supremacy. Description: WE run a cadet program program.
Volunteers engaged annually: 25
Youngest volunteer: 12
CL GALA Festival Kids Days
Crystal Lake, IL 60039
Mission: Description: The Crystal Lake Gala Festival was started 22 years ago by a group of Crystal Lake citizens that felt Crystal Lake needed a celebration for the Fourth of July. The Gala Festival provides 4 days of entertainment, Thursday thru Sunday, including the best fireworks display and Parade in the McHenry County area. We also provide a Kid’s Fun Zone, the Taste of Crystal Lake, the Innagural Carl Wehde 5K Cancer Walk/Run and musical entertainment. The Gala Festival is a self-sustaining event which is eagerly awaited each year.
Volunteers engaged annually: 50+
Youngest volunteer: 15
Clothing Closet for McHenry County
Woodstock, IL 60098
Mission: Description: We are a NFP Thrift store. We are an all "volunteer" staff and all sales proceeds beyond rental and utility expenses are donated to McHenry County organizations and agencies that assist those in need.
Volunteers engaged annually: 9
Youngest volunteer: 50
Community Action Agency for Mc Henry County
Woodstock, IL 60098
Mission: To empower children and families who have socioeconomic needs Description: Community Action Agency for McHenry County administers Head Start, a comprehensive developmentally appropriate preschool program for young children from low-income families.
Volunteers engaged annually: 146
Youngest volunteer: 16
Community Church of Richmond: LOGOS program
Richmond, IL 60071
Mission: To provide an after school, mid-week enrichment program that engages young people in the life of the church, providing opportunities to have fun, learn about God, and create lasting relationships with others. Description: The Community Church is a member of the United Church of Christ denomination. LOGOS (a national non-denominational program) is a mid-week, after school Christian enrichment program that gives children (grades 1-8) the opportunity to learn about God and practice Christian values while, having fun and creating lasting relationships with others. Children will gain experience through a rotation of Bible Time, Worship Arts, Recreation and Family Meal Time.
Volunteers engaged annually: 20
Youngest volunteer: 18
Community Life Center
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Mission: We do our after school program to offer a safe place for the students to come, get encouraged, and get some academic support. Description: We offer an after school program for students who live in walking distance of our building. There ages are grade school to Jr. High. We check them in have them sign up for computers in our computer lab and to use our video game systems. We help with any homework we can help with and offer support for these students.
Volunteers engaged annually: 30
Youngest volunteer: 18
Community Partners for Mental Heath Awareness
McHenry, IL 60050
Mission: A Traveling Art Exhibit : The purpose of the exhibit is to: 1) bring awaremess to the community of the range of mental health service providers in the county; 2) educate the community on the diversity and strength of consumers receiving services; 3) promote and empower the creative talents of consumers in the community through the universal language of art. Description: The Empowering Minds Art Exhibition project is part of the Mental Health Awareness Month activities in McHenry County. All the art comes through Mental Health Board funded agencies.
Volunteers engaged annually: 60
Youngest volunteer: 18
Congregational Unitarian Church of Woodstock
Woodstock, IL 60098
Mission: We gather as a caring community, sharing as our spiritual journeys as we search for truth and meaning in our lives. We affirm our responsibility to improve life in our homes, our communities, and our world. Description: We are a church that is active in serving the community.
Volunteers engaged annually: 100
Youngest volunteer: 10
Corporation for Affordable Homes of McHenry County
Woodstock, IL 60098
Mission: To expand affordable housing opportunities in McHenry County Description: We develop and partner with developers to expand the affordable housing opportunities in McHenry County.
Volunteers engaged annually: 6
Youngest volunteer: 30
Crystal Lake Area CROP Hunger Walk
Crystal Lake, IL 60012
crystallakeareacropwalk.org or cropwalk.org
Mission: CROP Hunger Walks are community-wide events sponsored by Church World Service and organized by local congregations to raise funds to end hunger at home and around the world. Description: The Crystal Lake Area CROP Hunger walk is one of thousands of walks that take place throughout the United States. CROP Hunger Walks are neighbors walking together to take a stand against hunger in our world. Together we raise awareness and funds for international relief and development, as well as local hunger needs. CROP is an acronym for Communites Responding to Overcome Poverty. 25% of the funds raised through this walk will be used to help end hunger right here in Crystal Lake and surrounding communities. The local portion will be devided equally between McHenry County PADS and a fund to sponsor the Northern Illinois Food Bank Mobile Pantry in local communities.
Volunteers engaged annually: 15
Youngest volunteer: 18
Crystal Lake Babe Ruth Baseball League
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Mission: Providing all youth 13-19 regardless of playing ability or status a supervised instructional baseball league for all ball players. Description: .
Volunteers engaged annually: 150
Youngest volunteer: 13
Crystal Lake Chamber of Commerce
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Mission: The mission of the Crystal Lake Chamber of Commerce is to create value and opportunity for our members with the belief that a positive business climate is an integral part of a healthy community. Description: The Crystal Lake Chamber of Commerce is a business institution and an action organization. We are a voluntary group of businesses that are investing their time and money in community development and working together to improve the economic, civic and cultural environment.
Volunteers engaged annually: 4
Youngest volunteer: 55
Crystal Lake Food Pantry
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Mission: "To share the love of Jesus Christ without discrimination through the charitable distribution of food and goods for the sustenance of those less fortunate in our community" Description: We promote donations of food to be stocked and shared with our clients. We serve people that live in School District 47 and District 155. Our volunteers can help with food drives in their neighborhoods, help the pantry with our two major food drives, The Post Office Food Drive in the Spring and Community Harvest near Thanksgiving.
Volunteers engaged annually: 250
Youngest volunteer: 16
Crystal Lake Jaycees
Crystal Lake, IL 60039
Mission: Create a positive impact in our community through leadership excellence. Description: We are a 501 (4)(c) organization. We are entirely made up of volunteers and members. Our mission describes what our primary purpose is, but we have many other community goals as well. Through leadership training, we run over 50 community service projects per year all benefiting other local charities in need. Basically, we provide services, not unlike yourself, to people in need. Some examples of what we do are: Throw a Prom for the SEDOM kids, Assist running Community Harvest for CL, Share-A-Christmas which is a family adoption project at Christmas, we run the beer Garden at Lakeside Festival every year, Assist the CL Park District at their Easter Egg Run, we also run the largest public service awards event in Crystal Lake every year acknowledging hard working volunteers. We love working with new people and although we area membership based organization, we offer volunteer hours to anyone who wants to help us in our projects.
Volunteers engaged annually: 300
Youngest volunteer: 12+
Crystal LAke Kiwanis
crystal Lake , IL 60039
http://kiwaniscrystallake.com/
Mission: Kiwanis Pledge: "As our Country's flag signifies purity, valor, and justice; May we as true Kiwanians exemplify these virtues as we serve the children of the world [and McHenry County]" Description: We raise money to: Serving the CHILDREN of the world one child and one community at a time. http://kiwaniscrystallake.com/_mgxroot/page_10769.html
Volunteers engaged annually: 50
Youngest volunteer: 6
Crystal Lake Park District
Crystal Lake, IL. 60014
Mission: A commitment to provide a safe leisure environment along with quality programs, parks, facilities and services, and to preserve and protect open land and water areas that will benefit and improve the quality of life for our residents now and in the future. Description: Parks and Recreation
Volunteers engaged annually: 50
Youngest volunteer: 14
Crystal Lake Public Library
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Mission: Crystal Lake Public Library helping people, of all ages and backgrounds, learn, enjoy and better their lives. Description: Crystal Lake Public Library helping people, of all ages and backgrounds, learn, enjoy and better their lives.
Volunteers engaged annually: 60
Youngest volunteer: 14
Crystal Lake Raiders Youth Football and Cheerleading
Crystal Lake, IL, 60039
Mission: To provide a fun and postive learning experience for Youth Football players and Cheerleaders. Description: The Raiders provide kids from the ages 5years old through 14years old not in high school an opportunity to learn and avdvance their skills in youth football and cheerleading. Contact for boys Alan Rogers\ girls for cheerleading Dianna Sibrava
Volunteers engaged annually: 125
Youngest volunteer: 15years old
Crystal Lake Soccer Federation
Crystal Lake , IL: 60012
Mission: Our mission is to provide an enjoyable and safe environment where players can learn the game of soccer as well as the value of being part of a team and competing for a common goal. To do so, players will be instructed by a combination of volunteer coaches and professional trainers who will teach the technical, tactical, and philosophical aspects of soccer in a program consistent with the age and skill level of the player and the team. By placing the players first and winning second, we will encourage players to do their best and develop a love of the game. Description: Welcome to Crystal Lake Soccer Federation! Founded in 1976, CLSF is a not-for-profit 501 (c) (3) charitable corporation. We are dedicated to the betterment of soccer for the children in McHenry County, Illinois and surrounding communities. We accomplish this through our successful Recreational League and Force Competitive Team programs. CLSF boasts nearly 2000 players in our programs which run both fall and spring seasons. The goal of our program is to ensure that our players experience the ENJOYMENT of soccer while learning and developing an appreciation for the game by teaching teamwork, skills, tactics and the rules of the game. Our programs are designed to fit the needs of children of all age, skill and ability levels.
Volunteers engaged annually: not enough
Youngest volunteer: 12
Diversity Day Festival (Presented by the Congregational Unitarian Church
Woodstock, IL 60039
Mission: The Diversity Day Festival recognizes of racial, ethnic, cultural, language, religious, gender, sexual orientation, and ability diversity in McHenry County and promotes mutual respect, equal opportunity, peace, and justice in our community, nation and the world. Description: Produces the annual Diversity Day Festival held on Woodstock Square in October. Provides an opportunity for community agencies, non-profit organizations, and issue advocacy groups to present information at tables and from the stage. Presents the annual Peace and Justice Award for McHenry County
Volunteers engaged annually: 6-12
Youngest volunteer: 12
Dorr Township
Woodstock, IL 60098
Mission: Provides General/Emergency Assistance to qualified individuals Description: Provides General/Emergency Assistance to qualified individuals
Volunteers engaged annually: 0
Youngest volunteer: 21
Downtown Crystal Lake/Main Street
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Mission: To preserve and enhance the Historic Downtown District as the heart of Crystal Lake and provide for a successful business and residential environment that communicates a sense of community pride, heritage, and small town wholesomeness as a lasting legacy for future generations. Description: Main Street is a preservation-based economic development organization dedicated to preserving the historic downtown district of Crystal Lake. We follow the Main Street four-point approach of Economic Restructuring (creating a strong business and retail environment), Organization (fundraising, information, volunteers), Design (flowerbeds, holiday decorations, historic preservation) and Promotions (host of downtown events such as Johnny Appleseed Festival, and Festival of Lights Parade). Volunteers can serve on committees, provide office help, participate in events, etc.
Volunteers engaged annually: 350
Youngest volunteer: 12
Edgebrook PTO
Mchenry, il 60050
http://www.orgsites.com/il/edgebrookpto/index.html
Mission: Our role is to create a place where teachers and parents work together to enrich the learning environment for our students. Description: The PTO provides fundraisers, monthly events, and activities to the students and families of Edgebrook.
Volunteers engaged annually: 60-70
Youngest volunteer: 12
Edgebrook School
McHenry, IL 60050
Mission: Edgebrook provides a safe and secure learning environment while valuing the enthusiasm and imagination of all young learners. We continually strive to meet the needs of all students and families by providing a developmentally appropriate setting where your child will think, solve problems, and develop his/her whole self. Description: Edgebrook School serves Pre-Kindergarten through third grade students with a focus on reading, writing, math, social studies and science.
Volunteers engaged annually: 50
Youngest volunteer: 16
Environmental Defenders of McHenry County
Woodstock, IL 60098
Mission: The Environment Defenders of McHenry County, is a citizen organization dedicated to the preservation and improvement of the environment. We are committed to building sound ecological relationships between people and the natural world that supports life. Description: We achieve the aim of environmental preservation and improvement. We provide the community with educational programs and volunteer action on pollution prevention, sustainable land use, and energy and natural resorse conservation. We advocate policies which protect drinking water supplies and conserve land for open space and agriculture. We demonstrate waste reduction through recyling drives and reuse centers. We encourage natural resource protection through native landscaping and stream protection programs.
Volunteers engaged annually: 100
Youngest volunteer: 15
Epilepsy Foundation
Rockford, Illinois 61101
Mission: Nancy Monica nmonica@efncil.org 847-791-4797 Description:
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Fair Oaks Health Care
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
www.wisconsinillinoisseniorhousing.org
Mission: Consulting, Management & Education Inc., is a coordinated network of diversified, community based providers offering a seamless continuum of individualized health & residential success. Description: Skilled nursing facitlity offering 24 hour nursing care with therapy on site.
Volunteers engaged annually: 15
Youngest volunteer: 16
Faith in Action of McHenry County
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Mission: Faith in Action of McHenry County is a network of religious congregations, community agencies and civic-minded individuals with a tradition of concern for others. Our purpose is to work with the seniors of our community who live at home to assist them and their family in maintaining their independence, dignity & quality of life. Description: We provide volunteer (no cost) services to seniors 60 years of age and older who live in their own home, apartment or family member in McHenry County.
Volunteers engaged annually: 400
Youngest volunteer: 16
Faith Lutheran High School
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Mission: Faith Lutheran High School, a Christ-centered community, is dedicated to academic excellence, preparing students to become all that God intends them to be. Description: We are a non-profit, religious high school
Volunteers engaged annually: 40
Youngest volunteer: 14
Families ETC
McHenry, IL 60050
Mission: Families ETC is a non profit organization of family members who provide immediate help and support to families who are experiencing challenges at home, school, or in the community. Description: Families ETC provides education, support, and referral to community-based service for families of children with emotional or behavioral challenges. We offer a Parent Assistance Line (PAL), parent support groups, training/workshops, resource sharing (referral) as well as informative presentations to the community to help raise awareness of needs and reduce stigma.
Volunteers engaged annually: 10-15
Youngest volunteer: 18
Family Alliance, Inc.
Woodstock, IL 60098
Mission: To enable seniors to remain at home by providing best of practice day programming, advocacy and counseling, while supplying respite, education, training, and support their caregivers. Description:
Volunteers engaged annually: 33
Youngest volunteer: 15
Family Health Partnership Clinic
Woodstock, IL 60098
Mission: The Family Health Partnership Clinic provides quality health care including primary, preventative, and mental health services to the population of Mchenry County. We strive to improve the health status of our communities by providing services to all regardless of economic status. Description: We serve those without medical insurance or public assistance programs. We serve anyone from Mchenry County that cannot afford to visit a doctor's office. We serve the uninsured and the underinsured.
Volunteers engaged annually: 150
Youngest volunteer: 16
Family Service and Community Mental Health
McHenry, IL 60050
Mission: HELPING PEOPLE HELP THEMSELVES… TO BE THE LEADING FORCE IN BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CARE FOCUSING ON WELLNESS AND HEALTH, ACCEPTING AND ADDRESSING ISSUES OF DIVERSITY OF BOTH INDIVIDUAL AND COMMUNITY LEVELS. FAMILY SERVICE AND COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH CENTER Description: Family Service is a non-profit, community behavioral healthcare center that provides mental health and substance abuse services to those in need. Family Service has served the McHenry County community since in 1959.
Volunteers engaged annually: 30
Youngest volunteer: 18
First Baptist Church of Marengo IL
Marengo, IL 60152
Mission: Description: Religious Org
Volunteers engaged annually: 20
Youngest volunteer: 21
First Congregational Church of Crystal Lake
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Mission: We are an ever-journeying people, seeking to discover God's truth for our times, building a faith community through individual growth and mutual support, living our faith in Christian service and celebrating our faith in personal praise and public worship. Description: PADS Emergency Shelter Sunday nights: Provide hospitality and shelter to homeless women on Sunday nights to Monday mornings from Oct 4 through April 25. Three shifts available: 8 to 12, 12 to 4 and 4 to 8. Located in the church. Minimum two volunteers per shift. We will orient you, staff an experienced volunteer with you, and support you as you discover the benefits of helping others.
Volunteers engaged annually: 70
Youngest volunteer: 18
First Presbyterian Church
Marengo, IL 60152
http://fpcmarengo.org/ComeAndSee.asp
Mission: CAFE Program Inspired by faith in Jesus Christ, we create community in order to enrich life through Latino action. Description: The CAFE Program (CAFE is a Spanish acronym for Community, Action and Faith)seeks to empower Latinos by helping them develop the knowledge and skills that they need to strengthen and enrich the Latino community, and to become full participanats in the larger community of Marengo and McHenry County. It and offers multi-level, interactive English classes, as well as life-skill courses, community-building social events, Bible discussion groups and Sunday worship in Spanish.
Volunteers engaged annually: 25
Youngest volunteer: 12
First United Methodist Church
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Mission: The purpose of our church is to build a Christian community where people praise God, meet Jesus, grow spiritually and serve others in Christ's name. Description: Church
Volunteers engaged annually: 500
Youngest volunteer: 12
First United Methodist Church in McHenry
McHenry, IL 60050
Mission: Description: The work of a church. We are involved in missions both local and around the world.
Volunteers engaged annually: many
Youngest volunteer: Junior High
FISH of McHenry
McHenry, IL 60050
Mission: Description: FISH of McHenry was chartered and organized in 1973. It is an all volunteer service organization that strives to meet the supplemental emergency needs of the disadvantaged in our community. Often it "fills the gap" while people are waiting for public aid, food stamps, disability or unemployment compensation to begin. It operates solely on donations of money and goods.
Volunteers engaged annually: 500
Youngest volunteer: 16
Fox River Grove Loiness Club
Fox River Grove, IL 60021
Mission: Since 1917, Lions clubs have offered people the opportunity to give something back to their communities. From involving members in projects as local as cleaning up an area park or as far-reaching as bringing sight to the world's blind, Lions clubs have always embraced those committed to building a brighter future for their community. Description: Our programs are continually changing to meet new needs and greater demands, but our mission has never wavered: "We Serve."
Volunteers engaged annually: 32
Youngest volunteer: 12
Free Guitars for Future Stars
Woodstock, IL 60098
Mission: Providing Free Guitars and guitar lessons to kids, 7 -17, from low-income McHenery County families Description: We give group lessons to kids from low-income families. After successful completion of our program, the students get to keep the guitar they've been learning on. We stress learning standard music notation reading.
Volunteers engaged annually: 4
Youngest volunteer: 32
Friends of McHenry County College Foundation
Crystal Lake, IL 60012
Mission: Together with our donors, we build financial support to strengthen and enrich McHenry County College. Description: The Foundation is committed to providing financial support for the needs which emerged from the strategic planning process at McHenry County College (MCC). The funds needed to implement these priorities extend beyond the funding available through the College's operating budget. The four focus areas include: 1) Comprehensive Scholarship Program 2) Endowment for Technology 3) Mini-grants for Faculty and Staff 4) Enhancement of the Arts
Volunteers engaged annually: 40
Youngest volunteer: 18
Friends of Moraine Hills State Park
McHenry, IL 60051
www.FriendsofMoraineHillsStatePark.org
Mission: The FOMHSP is in the process of applying for 501(c)(3) status. Our mission is to promote citizen awareness of the local natural heritage of Moraine Hills State Park and to preserve the same through special events, educational and training programs, acquisition of properties for such purpose, and take whatever steps deemed necessary to insure the continued care and preservation of Moraine Hills State Park. Description: The Friends of Moraine Hills State Park provides support, both financial and volunteerism to the Illinois Department of Natural Resources at Moraine Hills State Park and McHenry Dam. Some of our members volunteer for the IDNR in positions such as Docents, Roving Naturalists, Bluebird Monitors, Native Gardeners and Invasive Species Controllers. Some members only provide financial support. Our dues structure allows for both a supporting and active level of membership. Our organization may provide funding for educational activities and materials, habitat restoration and other activites that help preserve, protect and promote the park.
Volunteers engaged annually: 40
Youngest volunteer: 18
Friends of the Huntley Area Public Library
Huntley, IL 60142
Mission: The purpose of this organization is promote, aid, and support the activities and goals of the Huntley Area Public Library. It shall be a non-profit, non-sectarian, non-political organization. Description: We sponsor fundraisers to raise money for the Huntley library building fund to help the library build a bigger and better library for our community. Within the library, we volunteer for a variety of duties including basic shelving and processing duties, varied office duties and other tasks as needed.
Volunteers engaged annually: 50
Youngest volunteer: 14
Friends of the Johnsburg Public Library
Johnsburg, IL 60051
Mission: A volunteer organization designed to help support the Johnsburg Public Library. Description: A volunteer organization designed to help support the Johnsburg Public Library.
Volunteers engaged annually: 6
Youngest volunteer: 15
Friends of the Opera House
Woodstock, IL 60098
Mission: Mission Statement Of The Friends Of The Opera House • To increase community awareness & involvement with the Opera House • To encourage greater utilization of the Opera House facilities for public meetings, private social occasions and community organizations • To offer a variety of cultural events that will be of interest to people in Woodstock and surrounding area • To provide for the financial stability of the Opera House • To vigorously plan for and implement programs that will ensure the vitality of the Opera House for future generations Description: The Friends of the Opera House welcomes everyone to become a friend of our unique and historic building. We extend a special invitation to join our group of friends and neighbors who want to assist in assuring that the Opera House continues to be an important social and cultural center of our community. We invite you to join us in this effort. Join the Friends of the Opera House and be a part of the preservation our past and enhance the quality of life in Woodstock. Opera House Events A spectacular variety of programming is produced or hosted by the Woodstock Opera House. Community theater, including Townsquare Players and Woodstock Musical Theater Company, a concert series, special events, the children’s activities presented by the Woodstock Fine Arts Association, and the Judith Svalander Dance Theater are included in a year-round schedule of entertainment and educational opportunities provide by the resident companies and organizations. Community individuals, organizations, and businesses use the meeting facilities for activities ranging from film presentations to lectures. A visual arts exhibition series features the work of regional artists in a full spectrum of media. In addition to its programming contribution, the Woodstock Fine Arts Association offers volunteer opportunities in support of the arts.
Volunteers engaged annually: 125
Youngest volunteer: 38
Friendship House of Crystal Lake
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Mission: Our mission is to provide quality childcare for children ages 6 weeks through kindergarten. We provide a safe, nurturing environment that promotes acceptance and achievement in each child. Childcare is offered to all children regardless of race, creed or economic backround. Description: Child care services. Offer extended care and preschool services. Volunteer requirement: Backround check, drug screening and physical.
Volunteers engaged annually: 8
Youngest volunteer: 17
Garden Quarter Neighborhood Resource Center
McHenry, IL 60098
www.gardenquarter.tripod.com/index.html
Mission: To enhance the quality of life by encouraging education, promoting healthy lifestyles, and developing multicultural relationships. Description: We stress the importance of education by assisting the children with homework and developing a sense of commitment to education by improving school attendance and setting educational and career goals. At the resource center children are encouraged to part
Volunteers engaged annually: 20
Youngest volunteer: 15
Gift of Adoption
Techny, IL 60082
Mission: Gift of Adoption is a national charitable organization that inspires adoption by providing grants to qualified parents – giving children who need families a permanent home and a chance to thrive. Description: We put adoption in reach -- inspiring good families to embrace children in need by providing the last funds necessary to complete the adoption. We provide a way for supporters to help these children even if they are not able to personally open their homes to help these children. We have a tried and tested program for ensuring that donations are used to fund successful adoptions by qualified parents who need some financial help in completing the process.
Volunteers engaged annually: 200
Youngest volunteer: High School
Girl Scouts - Sybaquay Council, Inc.
Elgin, IL 60124
Mission: Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place. The three principles of Leadership, Discover,Connect,Take Action Description: The Girl Scout Leadership Development principles represent cycles of activities that engage girls in practicing leadership skills, based on the values of the Girl Scout Promise and Law. Based on the three principles of leadership.
Volunteers engaged annually: 2500
Youngest volunteer: 18
Girls on the Run of McHenry County
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Mission: Our mission is to educate and prepare girls for a lifetime of self-respect and healthy living. Description: Girls on the Run is a non-profit, community based program developed for 8-12 girls which combines interactive workouts and training for a 5k with lessons that encourage emotional, social, mental, spiritual and physical health. The objective is to reduce the potential display of at-risk activities including eating disorders, depression, substance abuse and teen pregnancy.
Volunteers engaged annually: 50
Youngest volunteer: 17
Giving Real Opportunities to Women
Trout Valley, IL 60013
Mission: GROW strives to aid at-risk mothers and families on state subsidized programs by providing opportunities to have access to higher education and job training, and affordable child care. Description: GROW seeks to provide the necessary tools and resources that our participants and their families may need as they pursue their goals in the areas of family, career and education. The cornerstone of this program is providing each GROW participant with a mentor who can act as a role model and offer support. Simultaneously, GROW operates Cary Country Preschool in Trout Valley, which offers preschool and childcare to the children of our participants.
Volunteers engaged annually: 100
Youngest volunteer: 16
Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church
Woodstock, IL 60098
Mission: Sharing God's Grace. Description: Clerical, reception and office tasks.
Volunteers engaged annually: 8
Youngest volunteer: 18
Grafton Township
Huntleu, IL 60142
Mission: Township government is one of the earliest forms of government in North America, established in March, 1629. There are some that consider the charter of 1629 the most important document in the history of this country. Various types of charters were granted. One of these was in 1636 for Providence, Rhode Island. Roger Williams established the town of Providence as a self-governing municipality or village, forming the type of government we now call the township. Therefore, 140 years before the American Revolution, town or township government was an established, functional unit of government in almost the same form in which it operates today. Thirty-eight of the fifty-six men who signed the declaration of independence had grown-up and received benefits of township government. It is little wonder that when this new nation began to move west, the concept of township government went with them. Township government is one of the oldest forms of government in the State of Illinois, originating when the Illinois State Constitution of 1849 provided for the organization of townships as units of civil government. Many historians believe the township system to be the most democratic form of civil government. It is often referred to as the type of government closest to the people. Citizens have a direct voice in the affairs of their government and they are encouraged to express themselves. Township history reflects the basic values of our forefathers. We are proud to carry on the tradition Description: Township government is one of the earliest forms of government in North America, established in March, 1629. There are some that consider the charter of 1629 the most important document in the history of this country. Various types of charters were granted. One of these was in 1636 for Providence, Rhode Island. Roger Williams established the town of Providence as a self-governing municipality or village, forming the type of government we now call the township. Therefore, 140 years before the American Revolution, town or township government was an established, functional unit of government in almost the same form in which it operates today. Thirty-eight of the fifty-six men who signed the declaration of independence had grown-up and received benefits of township government. It is little wonder that when this new nation began to move west, the concept of township government went with them. Township government is one of the oldest forms of government in the State of Illinois, originating when the Illinois State Constitution of 1849 provided for the organization of townships as units of civil government. Many historians believe the township system to be the most democratic form of civil government. It is often referred to as the type of government closest to the people. Citizens have a direct voice in the affairs of their government and they are encouraged to express themselves. Township history reflects the basic values of our forefathers. We are proud to carry on the tradition
Volunteers engaged annually: 50
Youngest volunteer: 16
Grafton Township Food Pantry
Huntley, IL 60142
Mission: Description: The Grafton Pantry provides food assistance to those in need within Grafton Township (36sq Mile Radius)
Volunteers engaged annually: 100
Youngest volunteer: 14
Great Expectations Regional Safe School
Union, IL 60180
http://www.mchenry.k12.il.us/regional_safe_schools_program.html
Mission: Great Expectations Regional Safe School Program is designed to: Supplement existing comprehensive programs and services, not duplicate them. We will include a challenging academic program that has the flexibility to address individual needs for academic remediation, address the therapeutic needs of the student client within a family context,and provide an opportunity for early intervention and re-entry to the home district. Description: An alternative school setting designed for students who have been recommended for expulsion from their home school district or who have demonstrated behavior that has been repeditive and disruptive at their home school. The Regional Safe School Program offers a comprehensive eductional program that addresses the instuctional and developmental needs of identified students. The program is designed to expose the individual student to a challenging experience that focuses on developing appropriate decision making skills. Students who complete the program successfully will gradute or return to their respective schools of origin.
Volunteers engaged annually: 0
Youngest volunteer: 17
Greater Woodstock Baseball Association
Woodstock, IL 60098
Mission: The goal of the Greater Woodstock Baseball Association. Is to service the youth of Woodstock, Wonder Lake, Bull Valley, Hebron and Harvard through providing quality and instructional baseball programs. Description: Pony & Colt baseball leagues.
Volunteers engaged annually: 54
Youngest volunteer: 16
Green Acres Animal Connection, Inc.
Wonder Lake, IL 60097
Mission: Green Acres Animal Connection, Inc. is a not for profit organization dedicated to serving challenged individuals of the McHenry County community. While providing educational, life building skills, we hope to teach our participants to have courage in the face of adversity, and to travel the path of integrity without looking back, for there is never a wrong time to do the right thing. Description: Green Acres is an animal assisted activities program for emotional, physical and behavioral challenged individuals. By use of our wonderful animal staff, Green Acres provides educational skills such as math, reading and writing, as well as developing social skills. through adaptive programming.
Volunteers engaged annually: 20
Youngest volunteer: 13
Habitat for Humanity of McHenry County
McHenry, Il 60050
Mission: Habitat for Humanity of McHenry County is a non-profit, ecumenical Christian housing ministry.We seek to eliminate poverty housing and homelessness from the world,and to make desent shelter a matter of conscience and action. While working to provide housing, Habitat for Humanity aims to break down the walls that divide people and to build up a sense of community among people of diverse colors,religions, and economic classes who live in McHenry County and throughout the world. Description: We build simple,decent,affordable houses.
Volunteers engaged annually: 900
Youngest volunteer: 16
Harvard Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Harvard, IL 60033
Mission: The Harvard Chamber of Commerce & Industry is dedicated to provide support to the growth & development of the business community and to continually improve the quality of life for those who live and work in the Harvard area. Working to be the front door to the community. Description: For growth and development of business community.
Volunteers engaged annually: 15
Youngest volunteer: 16
Harvard Community Education Foundation
Harvard, IL 60033
Mission: To encourage the Harvard Community to support quality education of its children by enriching and expanding learning opportunities. Description: Raise money through Black & Gold Ball for endowment to fund mini-grants to teachers and other programs not funded through taxpayer dollars. We also provide scholarships to graduating seniors.
Volunteers engaged annually: 30
Youngest volunteer: 19
Harvard Community Unit School District 50
Harvard, IL 60033
Mission: Our mission is to provide an educational partnership with the community which meets the diverse needs of the students for their futures. Description: The Harvard Community Unit School District Board has developed and approved the following four strategic goals. The goals serve to provide a framework and guide to Board and Administrative decisions, as well as to share with families, students, community members and staff the values the Board find to be important for the success of the school district and our students.
Volunteers engaged annually: varies
Youngest volunteer: school age
Harvard Main Street
Harvard , IL 60033
Mission: To apply the National Main Street Center's 4-Point Approach to lead preservation-based economic revitalization in Harvard's downtown district. Description: We use the 4-Point Approach of promotion, design, economic restructuring, and organization to develop events and activities to revitalize Harvard's downtown. Activities include hosting events and other promotional activities, maintaining planters, facade drawings, and new business recruitment.
Volunteers engaged annually: 30-40
Youngest volunteer: 10
Hearthstone Manor Nursing Home
Woodstock, IL 60098
Mission: Hearthstone Manor and Village Continuing Care Retirement community is home to 200 seniors. Our mission is to honor Christ by enabling all those we serve to live with dignity, hope and personal fulfillment. Description: Nursing Care, short-term rehabilitation, assisted living and memory care.
Volunteers engaged annually: 75
Youngest volunteer: 8
Hearthstone Village Senior Living Community
Woodstock, IL 60098
Mission: Hearthstone Manor and Village Continuing Care Retirement community is home to 200 seniors. Our mission is to honor Christ by enabling all those we serve to live with dignity, hope and personal fulfillment. Description: Independent and assisted living for seniors
Volunteers engaged annually: 20
Youngest volunteer: 16
Helping Hands "A Division of Valley Hi Nursing Home Foundation"
Woodstock, Illinois 60098
Mission: To provide a companion volunteer for each of the residents at Valley Hi and to fund special projects which will enhance the quality of daily life for people living at Valley Hi Nursing Home. Description:
Volunteers engaged annually: 50
Youngest volunteer: 8
Helping Hands Food Pantry
Spring Grove , IL 60081
http://www.springgrovevillage.com/Business_Dir/food_pantry.htm
Mission: Serving needy families living along the northern border of Lake and Mchenry counties. Currently helping 1200 needy families per month. Description: Provide food for the needy from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Volunteers engaged annually: 100
Youngest volunteer: 15
Helping Paws Animal Shelter
Woodstock, IL 60098
Mission: To find homes for needy cats and dogs Description: Independent and assisted living for seniors.
Volunteers engaged annually: 20
Youngest volunteer: 16
Hilltop Elementary School
McHenry, IL 60050
http://intranet.d15.org/html/main.html
Mission: McHenry Elementary School District 15 is a child-centered community that values connections between people and learning in an environment fostered by mutual respect. Our Mission at Hilltop School is to create a safe, caring environment for student sand staff. We also strive to meet students' individual needs using problem-solving strategies and child-centered activities. Finally, we work to develop independent learners who will be positive contributors to the world around us. Description: Hilltop Elementary School is a KDG-3rd Grade school servicing approximately 550 children.
Volunteers engaged annually: 100
Youngest volunteer: 18
Home of the Sparrow
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
www.h-o-s.org www.homeofthesparrowillinois.org
Mission: To empower individuals and families to eliminate homelessness, joblessness, and hunger by teaching self-reliance, independence and self-discipline. Description: Provides housing and supportive services to single women, women and children and pregnant women who are homeless in northern Illinois.
Volunteers engaged annually: 250
Youngest volunteer: 15
Horizons for the Blind
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Mission: To improve the quality of life for the more than 21 million blind or visually impaired people in the United States, including a growing number of senior citizens. Description: We partner with companies, corporations and other nonprofit organizations to provide braille large print and audio billing documents, newsletters, hotel directories and restaurant menus, among other types of documents. In addition, we offer a 400 item catalog of very low cost, braille and large print books of general interest, cooking and craft books and books on hobbies such as gardening, knitting and crocheting.
Volunteers engaged annually: 25
Youngest volunteer: 18
Hospice of Northeastern Illinois
Barrington, IL 60010
Mission: We enhance life by providing dignified and compassionate care and guidance to those coping with loss and the end-of-life. Description: We serve terminally ill individuals and their families in a holistic manner that addresses physical, emotional, social and spiritual needs.
Volunteers engaged annually: 235
Youngest volunteer: 16
Huntley Area Chamber of Commerce
Huntley, ILL 60142
Mission: The Mission of the Huntley Area Chamber of Commerce and Industry is to promote a prosperous business environment that enhances the quality of life in our business community. Description: We will serve as the voice of Chamber Members to the village, county, and state governing bodies. We will encourage the expansion and retention of area businesses, while working with the Huntley Village and other communities to attract reputable businesses and organizations in an effort to generate employment opportunities and stimulate economic growth and development. We will create and implement business events and social activities, which promote and enhance our business community members.
Volunteers engaged annually: 10
Youngest volunteer: 16
Huntley Area Public Library
Huntley, IL 60142
Mission: The Mission of the Huntley Area Public Library District is to encourage lifelong learning and to improve the quality of life in our community by maintaining the highest possible standards of service, providing cultural, recreational, and informational resources to our growing and changing population Description: We provide library services to residents in our district by providing lifelong learning opportunities. We provide a high standard of service and provide cultural, recreational and informational resources for our residents.
Volunteers engaged annually: 45
Youngest volunteer: 14
Husmann Elementary School
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Mission: Educational excellence for all students is our passion and commitment. Description: Elementary school
Volunteers engaged annually: 100
Youngest volunteer: 18
Illinois Federation of Families
McHenry, IL 60050
Mission: IFF's mission statement includes the goal of enhancing the lives of children and youth with emotional and behavioral disorders and their families through support, education, training and advocacy. We focus on family preservation, supporting and advocating for community based services and supports for children, adolescents and families. We continually strive to expand our statewide network for, and with, individuals and groups throughout Illinois, identifying resources and developing partnerships so that families are not alone in caring for their children with emotional and mental health needs and difficult behaviors. Working with families of children and youth, IFF helps families to identify and locate natural supports and community resources. IFF also facilitates and advocates for meaningful parent involvement and the inclusion of family voice at all levels of decision-making. Description: Illinois Federation of Families (IFF) is a statewide, not-for-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of children with emotional, behavioral, and mental health needs and their families through support, education, training and advocacy. IFF strives to identify, improve, expand and individualize services to children and young adults, while providing a voice for families at local, regional and state levels. IFF also empowers parents to effectively partner with agencies and educational entities to make informed decisions regarding supports and services for their children.
Volunteers engaged annually: 20
Youngest volunteer: 16
Illinois storytelling Inc.
McHenry, Illinois 60051
Mission: To nurture storytelling in Illinois and present storytelling events. Description:
Volunteers engaged annually: 30
Youngest volunteer: 9
Illinois Youth Dance Theatre, Inc.
Spring Grove, Il 60081
Mission: Illinois Youth Dance Theatre (IYDT) is a non-profit dance company committed to the art of dance. IYDT promotes the opportunity for community outreach and public performing. Description: Professional instruction, working with guest artists and the use of professional sets and costuming allows our members to experience the joy of intense and focused dance in a quality performance setting. Contact IYDT at 675-9359
Volunteers engaged annually: 50
Youngest volunteer: 14
Immanuel Lutheran Church and School
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Mission: To Know and Share the Love of Jesus Christ as we Gather around the Truth of Jesus, Grow in the Promise of Jesus, and Reach Out with the Love of Jesus. Description: We are a faith based organization that has several community outreach opportunities, as well as opportunities within our pre-8th grade day school. Examples of volunteer opportunities include, but are not limited to: website development and maintenance, designing outreach mailings, designing and editing monthly newsletter, teaching specific musical instruments, teaching art classes, tutoring, library assistance, church/school office assistance, visiting with elderly, home maintenance work for those not able, delivering meals. Please contact the church and school office for more information.
Volunteers engaged annually: 500
Youngest volunteer: 5
It's Our Little Secret
Huntley, IL 60142
Mission: It is IOLS' mission to promote a healthy recovery for the abused children & youth, and to stop the destructive future behavioral patterns of the abused towards their own and other children. Description: It is our very hope to make a difference in their lives through our various programs, so that they will learn to enjoy life and learn to LIVE and not just survive.
Volunteers engaged annually: 35
Youngest volunteer: 15
Jazz on the Square
Woodstock, IL 60098
Mission: Jazz on the Square's mission is to promote and preserve jazz music. We are dedicated to connecting jazz musicians and educators to people who enjoy and find jazz an extension of the human spirit. Description: Jazz on the Square promotes a reputation among musicians and patrons as the jazz jam in the area, as a networking resource, as an educational resource for schools and as an organization that advocates respect, camaraderie and good fun in all its events. It hosts a monthly jazz jam at Staqge Left Cafe, Woodstock, a yearly Jazz Festival in Woodstock, provides musicians for benefits and special events, and educational workshops for students.
Volunteers engaged annually: 10
Youngest volunteer: 18
Kiwanis
Mchenry, IL 60050
Mission: To serve the needs of youth in our community. Description: Kiwanis is a service club that raises funds through our Peanut Day event and a steak fry at the VFW in McHenry then distributes the money to youth organizations in the county. We also sponsor Teen Night at Fiesta Days in McHenry, teen clubs in area high schools, and the Soap Box Derby.
Volunteers engaged annually: 80
Youngest volunteer: 14
Kiwanis Club of Crystal Lake
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Mission: Serving the children of the world. Description: Raise funds primarily for causes related to children and children's needs.
Volunteers engaged annually: 12
Youngest volunteer: 37
Kiwanis of Richmond-Spring Grove
Richmond, IL 60071
kiwanisofrichmondspringgrove.org
Mission: Kiwanis, through guidance and example, works to develop future generations of leaders. Every day, Kiwanians are revitalizing neighborhoods, organizing youth-sports programs, tutoring, building playgrounds, and performing countless other projects to help children and communities. Description: Working to benefit the community and supporting other non-profit organizations. Primary focus on "children at risk"
Volunteers engaged annually: 20
Youngest volunteer: 16
Lake in the Hills Summer Sunset Festival
Lake in the Hills, IL 60156
Mission: The Lake in the Hills Summer Sunset Festival is a local summer festival that encourages community involvement through various events, including but not limited to a parade, business expo, carnival, talent competition as well as one of the county's largest entirely FREE Kid's Tent/activity area. Description: Volunteer hours are available during the entire weekend of the festival (Labor Day weekend - Friday, Saturday and Sunday). This year's event, taking place Sept. 4th - Sept. 6th, 2009, is still in need of volunteers for the carnival ticket booth, parade volunteers, wrist band sales as well as general ground maintenance.
Volunteers engaged annually: 60 - 100
Youngest volunteer: 17
Lakeside Legacy Foundation
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Mission: To preserve and protect the Dole Mansion and the Lakeside Legacy property for community use in a natural and historic setting. Description: Art gallary, arts programs and event rental facility.
Volunteers engaged annually: 200
Youngest volunteer: 16
Landmark School
McHenry, IL 60050
Mission: Landmark School will be a nurturing environment which established connections through community, school, and family partnerships, employing the best practices in the art and science of teaching and learning. Description: Landmark School is a year-round public school in the city of McHenry. Our educational program offers a multiage educational experience for students K - 5.
Volunteers engaged annually: 80
Youngest volunteer: 20+
Leadership Greater McHenry County
Woodstock, IL 60098
Mission: Leadership Greater McHenry County educates and inspires professionals to engage in community leadership. Description: Provides professionals background on various aspects of McHenry County, such as Education, Law & Justice, Health Care and Government. This is to bring them more aware of the needs and issues of McHenry County and where they can be of service.
Volunteers engaged annually: 0
Youngest volunteer: 0
Learning Tree Preschool
Crystal Lake , IL 60014
Mission: Description: Preschool
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LifeSource, Chicagoland's Blood Center
Glenview, IL 60045
Mission: To engage our blood donor community, advance transfusion science, and touch more patients with our clinical expertise. Description: LifeSource, Chicagoland's Blood Center, is the largest blood center in Illinois and distributes a half-million blood products annually to approximately 60 area hospitals in meeting the need for patient transfusion therapy. LifeSource operates 20 donor centers, 2 mobile unit supported donor centers and conducts an average of 10 mobile blood drives daily. LifeSource recruits donors, collects bone marrow, and draws blood to separate into useful components like: whole blood, platelets, plasma, stem cells and other special products for hospitals and healthcare customers.
Volunteers engaged annually: 160
Youngest volunteer: 16
Light Center Foundation
Union , IL 60180
Mission: Programming for challenged and at risk youth, through equine, animal-assisted, and nature programming. Description: The Animal Assisted Activities Program(AAA) and the Animal-Assisted Therapy Program(AAT) provide opportunities for motivational,educational,recreational, and therapeutic animal activities.
Volunteers engaged annually: 10
Youngest volunteer: 18 or call if younger
Lith Fen Natural Area Volunteers
Lake in the Hills, IL 60156
Mission: To restore and maintain LITH Fen's 260 acre nature preserve over 400 species of native plants and wildflowers (more than 40 of which are classified as uncommon, rare, or endangered), over 60 species of birds, rare insects and geological features left from Description: Remove non-native, invasive plant species, monitor the flora and fauna and educate the public about natural areas.
Volunteers engaged annually: 7
Youngest volunteer: 16
Loaves & Fishes Ministry
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Mission: The Vision of Loaves & Fishes Ministry Through the power of the Holy Spirit, we offer hope to those who are trapped by hunger. Description: Each month the ministry distributes 10,000 pounds of food delivered by the mobile food pantry of the Northern Illinois Food Bank. Distributions are held at various locations in McHenry County.
Volunteers engaged annually: 400
Youngest volunteer: 15
Main Stay Therapeutic Riding Program
Richmond, IL 60071
Mission: Main Stay Therapeutic Riding Programs mission is to provide individualized equine related therapy to people with physical, developmental, and emotional disabilities. Main Stay enriches the lives of our clients in a caring, safe, and challenging environment Description: Equine assisted therapy
Volunteers engaged annually: 100
Youngest volunteer: 14
Marengo area OutReach Enterprises (MORE)
Marengo, IL 60152
Mission: Marengo area OutReach Enterprises strives to reach all the individuals and families in the greater Marengo/Union area who are in immediate need of basic life necessities. Our goal is to feed, clothe, find shelter, and/or offer other necessary assistance toward becoming confident, productive and independent neighbors in our community. Description: We are a local agency providing emergency food, clothing, household items and financial assistance to Marengo/Union needy.
Volunteers engaged annually: 125
Youngest volunteer: 18
Marengo High School
Marengo, IL 60152
Mission: Description:
Volunteers engaged annually: 20
Youngest volunteer: 16
Marengo Main Street, Inc.
Marengo, IL 60152
Mission: Marengo Main Street is a non-profit, volunteer-based organization dedicated to the preservation and promotion of our downtown, for the benefit of the community. Description: We are a 501(c)(4) non-profit whose focus is on making our historic downtown the heart of Marengo--a place for our residents to gather and enjoy what makes small-town living so great. We hold all our special events downtown (currently three events annually), and we work with our downtown merchants (and prospective merchants) to make the area look as inviting as we can. We promote the history of downtown, and the fact that nearly all our buildings are pre-1900 construction. As a member of the nationwide Main Street Program, administered by the National Trust for Historic Preservation, we follow the tenets and requirements of that program, and were officially desginated an Illinois Main Street Community in March 2009.
Volunteers engaged annually: 30
Youngest volunteer: 17
Marengo Park District
Marengo, Il 60152
Mission: The Marengo Park District is a municipal government agency established for the purpose of providing recreational parks, facilities and programs for the community. The Park District is governed by five elected commissioners. Description: Please see mission statement
Volunteers engaged annually: 55
Youngest volunteer: 18
Marengo Resource Center
Marengo, IL 60152
Mission: To provide academic, emotional and behavioral support to Marengo elementary, middle and high school students. The focus is on students that experience difficulty integrating into school life, due to academic, social, or cultural barriers, such as our Latino youth. Description: We provide tutoring, academic support and social interaction, Monday through Thursday, 3pm to 6 six pm. Students are taught in English and recieve language enrichment in Spanish as needed. We follow the Distict #165 achool calendar.
Volunteers engaged annually: unlimited
Youngest volunteer: 15
Marengo-Union Library District
Marengo, IL 60152
Mission: The mission of the Marengo-Union Library District is to provide educational, informational, cultural and recreational resources and services to all ages of people in the Marengo-Union Library District. Description: Public Library
Volunteers engaged annually: 5
Youngest volunteer: 14
Marine Corps League Auxiliary, McHenry County
Johnsburg, IL 60051
Mission: The prime authority of the League is derived from its Congressional charter and from its annual National Convention held each August in different major U.S. cities throughout the nation. It is a not-for-profit organization within the provisions of the Internal Revenue Service Code 501(c) (4), with a special group exemption letter which allows for contributions to the Marine Corps League, its Auxiliary and subsidiary units, to be tax deductible by the donor. Description: Aids, assists veterans and their causes; Toys For Tots, the collecting of c/p items and sending care packages to our overseas troops - of any branch of service; etc.
Volunteers engaged annually: 15
Youngest volunteer: 25
Marril Corsen Media Project, Ltd
Marengo, Illinois 60152
Mission: The project strives to provide the community with accurate, authoritative, concise, and timely information of public interest through any and all media available. Description: Acquires, assesses, and distributes public information.
Volunteers engaged annually: 0
Youngest volunteer: 0
McHenry Area Chamber
mchenry, IL 60050
Mission: The McHenry Area Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to provide support to the growth and development of the business community and to continually improve the quality of life for those who life and work in the McHenry area. Description: connector between businesses and the business community as well as the community at large
Volunteers engaged annually: 400
Youngest volunteer: 16
McHenry Area Jaycees
McHenry, IL 60050
Mission: The Jaycees are built on the foundation that through bettering our community, we better ourselves. We believe that we offer unique opportunities for our members to get involved in the community that can't be found anywhere else. Come join us, and realize the potential that you have inside you! Description: Community Leadership organization
Volunteers engaged annually: 25
Youngest volunteer: 16
McHenry Area Youth Commission
McHenry , IL 60050
Mission: The Mission of the McHenry Area Youth Commission (M.A.Y.C.) is to "Keep Healthy Kids Healthy" by sponsoring prevention programs for youth that promote responsible choices about drugs, alcohol, violence, and gang involvement provided through a community-based linkage of educational, governmental, and human service agencies within the McHenry and Johnsburg area. Description: recreational and educational based youth activities positive alternatives summer camp - Spring, Thanksgiving, and Winter Break - monthly outings for Middle School Students (PALS) & Youth Advisory Committee
Volunteers engaged annually: 30-50
Youngest volunteer: 6th grade
McHenry County Adult Program
Woodstock, IL 60098
Mission: To provide a meaningful learning experience that will enrich and expand the lives of young adults with severe and profound disabilities. Description: McCap provides a day program for young adults with severe and profound disabilities. While at the program they are able to participate in a variety of academic, social and vocational activities and receive training to improve daily living skills and independence.
Volunteers engaged annually: 25
Youngest volunteer: 16
McHenry County Animal Control and Adoption Center
Crystal Lake, Il 60014
Mission: We provide animal and public welfare by offering a safe and caring environment for the animals in our care. As an Adoption Center we work to secure safe and lasting homes for the animals in our care. Description: We are an animal adoption agency. We house dogs and cats and actively try to find them new homes and families. We take good care of them and socialize them until we find them a home.
Volunteers engaged annually: 50
Youngest volunteer: 18
McHenry County Bar Association
Woodstock, IL 60098
Mission: The mission of the McHenry County Bar Association is to promote the common interest of the members of the bar; to improve through self-education and education of the public, the standing of the legal profession in the community and to better secure equal justice under law to which all citizens are entitled. Description: To offer the members of the McHenry County Bar Association educational, civic and social opportunities.
Volunteers engaged annually: 75
Youngest volunteer: 21
McHenry County College
Crystal Lake, IL 60012
Mission: At McHenry County College, we value learning, and we put the interests of our students and community first. By providing high quality, affordable and accessible learning opportunities, we enable students to meet their educational, career and personal goals. By sharing our knowledge and resources, we support our community's educational, social, cultural and economic vitality. Description: McHenry County College offers a wide range of high-quality learning opportunities, enabling students to meet their educational, career and personal goals close to home at an affordable price.
Volunteers engaged annually: 1000
Youngest volunteer: 18
McHenry County College--Adult Education and Workforce Services' Adult Volunteer Literacy
Crystal Lake, IL 60012
Mission: At McHenry County College, we value learning, and we put the interests of our students and community first. By providing high quality, affordable and accessible learning opportunities, we enable students to meet their educational, career and personal goals. By sharing our knowledge and resources, we support our community's educational, social, cultural and economic vitality. Description: Adult Education and Workforce Services (AEWS) of McHenry County College (MCC) maintains a Adult Volunteer Literacy (AVL)grant through dollars from the Secretary of State of Illinois. The AVL grant allows AEWS at MCC to recruit and train volunteers for either classroom, small group, or one-on-one tutoring of its adult education students taking English as a Second Language (ESL) or Adult Basic Education (ABE) classes. After an orientation and training, volunteers are assigned tutoring situaions that help adult education students improve their English or literacy skills.
Volunteers engaged annually: 100
Youngest volunteer: 18
McHenry County Community Foundation
Woodstock, IL 60098
Mission: The McHenry County Community Foundation is a tax-exempt 501 (c)(3)public foundation established in 2001 to accept donor-directed funds and unrestricted endowments to grant seed or expansion money for unmet social, cultural, educational, and charitable needs throughtout McHenry County. While providing philanthropic-minded citizens and nonprofit agencies with a central, local administered foundation. Description: The McHenry County Community Foundation seeks to be a community partner, and at times leader, in addressing local needs. MCCF continues to work towards leading the way in philanthropy for all who live in McHenry County, bringing people, causes, and resources to each organization while making this community a better place to live.
Volunteers engaged annually: 16
Youngest volunteer: 40
McHenry County Conservation District
Woodstock, IL 60098
Mission: The McHenry County Conservation District exists to preserve, restore and manage natural areas and open spaces for their intrinsic value and for the benefits to present and future generations. Description: Conservation District volunteers engage primarily in outdoor work that focuses on the preservation and restoration of open space. There are many volunteer opportunities ranging from citizen scientist monitoring of plants and wildlife, site stewardship, habitat restoration, and native prairie plant seed collection. Education Department volunteers assist Educators with school field trips, environmental programs and special events such as the Trail of History and Festival of the Sugar Maples. Members of the Prairie Trail Safety Watch tour the Prairie Trail by bike and assist the Conservation District Police Department.
Volunteers engaged annually: 450
Youngest volunteer: 14
McHenry County Department of Health
Woodstock, IL 60098
Mission: To prevent disease, disability & premature death through the promotion of a healthy lifestyle & environment. In the provision of services, priorities will be oriented toward education and programs that: increase the span of healthy life, reduct health dis Description:
Volunteers engaged annually: 50
Youngest volunteer: 16
McHenry County Historical Soceity and Museum
Union, IL 60180
Mission: Providing the methods and means of presenting McHenry County History to enrich life. Description: Operates a county-wide local history museum and research library; plaques and preserves historical buildings and sites; offers public education programs for students, scouts, and adults.
Volunteers engaged annually: 300+
Youngest volunteer: 13
McHenry County Housing Authority
Woodstock, IL 60098
Mission: Emergency shelter, food and rental assistance, fuel assistance, home repair, etc Description:
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Youngest volunteer:
McHenry County Latino coalition
Woodstock, IL 60098
Mission: To sustain and strengthen today's McHenry County Latinos in order to build successful, diversified communities of tomorrow. Description:
Volunteers engaged annually: 30
Youngest volunteer: 18
McHenry County Medical Reserve Corps
Woodstock, IL 60098
Mission: Volunteer to be trained to help in emergency situations. Prepare to assist others during a public health emergency. Description: Support Health Department services and First Responders in emergencies.
Volunteers engaged annually: 200
Youngest volunteer: 30
McHenry County Mental Health Board
Crystal Lake, IL 60012
Mission: To provide leadership to ensure the prevention and treatment of mental illness, developmental disabilities and chemical abuse by planning, coordinating, developing, and contracting for quality services for all citizens of McHenry County, Illinois. Description: Provide funding to various agencies dealing with mental illness and low income to assist the families of McHenry County.
Volunteers engaged annually: 10
Youngest volunteer: 18
McHenry County Mental Health Board Family CARE
Crystal Lake, IL 60033
Mission: To meet the social and emotional needs of families, youth and children by providing leadership to develop and sustain a community of care that provides continuous support and easy access at every level of care. Description: Family CARE is a network of community agencies and partners working together to transform the way mental health services are provided in this county. We strive toward mental health services being youth guided, family-driven, evidenced-based and cultural
Volunteers engaged annually: not sure
Youngest volunteer: 16
McHenry County Music Center (MCMC)
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Mission: To offer superior life long opportunities for musical education and performance. Description: Three youth orchestras - ranging in age from elementary through high school. An acadamy that teaches private music and voice lessons.
Volunteers engaged annually: 30
Youngest volunteer: 14
McHenry County PADS
Woodstock, IL 60098
Mission: To reconnect homeless men, women, and children with the community by providing emergency, transitional, and preventative services. Also to raise public understanding regarding homelessness in McHenry county. Description: Provide emergency & transitional shelter - day services and provenative assistance for people who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless.
Volunteers engaged annually: 1000
Youngest volunteer: 18
McHenry County Peer Jury Program
Woodstock, Il 60098
Mission: none at this time Description: Police Departments refer juvenile cases to Peer Jury when the offender has admitted to the offense, has no prior police contact and the responsible police officer determines that such a disposition is appropriate and the offender and his/her parents or gu
Volunteers engaged annually: 30-40
Youngest volunteer: 14
McHenry County Workforce Network
Woodstock, IL 60098
www.mchenrycountyworkforce.com
Mission: To provide employment opportunities, training and related services that are responsive to the needs of the people and employers who comprise the communities within McHenry County. Description: Assist low income and dislocated worker WIA-program-eligible customers with job search and training needs.
Volunteers engaged annually: 0
Youngest volunteer: 0
McHenry County Youth Sports Association (MCYSA)
Crystal Lake, IL 60039
Mission: To positively impact the lives of local youth by providing them opportunities to compete not only on the fields of athletics but also in the classrooms of academics and life. To bring a positive economic impact to our communities by supporting local businesses/vendors and generating overnight stays through our events. Description: MCYSA is the organization that has organized and run the Summer International Youth Baseball Championships in Crystal Lake and McHenry County for the past seventeen years. We support local youth sports organizations from recreational on up through college level. We fund and administer the Justin Schroeder Memorial Student Achievement scholarship program which annually awards four $1,000 scholarships to past loacl participants.
Volunteers engaged annually: 150
Youngest volunteer: 16
McHenry Lions Club
McHenry, IL 60051
Mission: The Lions Club primary mission is to furnish assistance to those in need of help with eye care or hearing disabilities. The secondary mission is to provide beneficial services to the community in which the club resides. Description: Provides eyecare and assistance toward other vision and auditory equipment for those in need. In order to accomplish these goals, we have several fundraisers each year. The Lions Club also collects food for the local food pantries at times.
Volunteers engaged annually: 20
Youngest volunteer: college
McHenry Parks & Recreation Department
McHenry, IL 60050
Mission: Recognizing that leisure time activities and recreation are an important aspect of individual, family and community life; and that well planned public recreation programs, facilities and attractive, well maintained parks that supply the needed outlet for much of the leisure activity within a community; the City of McHenry will strive to efficiently and economically provide a variety of recreation programs, facilities, and open space which are designed to provide wholesome, constructive and enjoyable leisure time experiences that benefit the community. Description: McHenry Parks & Recreation Department provides recreational activities for all ages and manages 35 different park sites within the McHenry city limits which can be utilitzed for family, individual and community activities.
Volunteers engaged annually: 75+
Youngest volunteer: 14
McHenry Public Library District
McHenry, IL 60050
Mission: McHenry Public Library enriches the quality of individual and community life through responsive library services that promote lifelong learning opportunities and recreational interests. Description: Provide reading, audo visual materials , as well as programs and services to our district residents.
Volunteers engaged annually: 150
Youngest volunteer: 13
McHenry Township
Johnsburg, IL 60051
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Volunteers engaged annually: 0
Youngest volunteer: 0
McHenry Township Senior Center
McHenry , IL 60050
Mission: Senior Services Associates, Inc. is a non-profit agency dedicated to sustaining and improving the quality of life for mature adults by providing access to the social services they need. We are dedicated to preserving their independence, promoting mental Description: We are a non-profit agencies that provides programs to the seniors in community to keep them independent and in their homes.
Volunteers engaged annually: 25
Youngest volunteer: 12
MEBC/Run Your Life
McHenry, IL 60051
Mission: Run Your Life is a non-profit community group providing many opportunities of healthy growth for the children and families in McHenry County and surrounding communities. Description: We advocate children being in charge of their lives, not blaming others, embracing their responsibilites, learning and getting in touch with who they really are and integrating themselves into their communities. Some of the many opportunities Run Your Life provides include: self acceptance, social interactions, physical activites, creative learning workshops, and more. Our Clubs Run Your Life for Kids are the means to promoting our principles. We meet the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month, Sept. 26-April 24th, 9-10:30AM.
Volunteers engaged annually: 25
Youngest volunteer: High School
MHRL - Mental Health Resource League
McHenry, IL 60051
Mission: The purpose of this organization shall be to cooperate with, support and aid financially, mental health services in McHenry County; to foster mental health programs; to educate and inform the general public in areas of mental health problems and prevention; to receive, manage, expend, and use such monies and other property that the League may receive for such purposes. The purpose of this organization shall be to cooperate with, support and aid financially, mental health services in McHenry County; to foster mental health programs; to educate and inform the general public in areas of mental health problems and prevention; to receive, manage, expend, and use such monies and other property that the League may receive for such purposes. Description: The Mental Health Resource League® for McHenry County was founded in 1967 as an auxillary to the McHenry Mental Health Center. MHRL broadened its scope in 1967 to give financial aid to mental health-related agencies in McHenry County. The all-volunteer league has a membership of over 100 men and women who raise funds to help McHenry County mental health agencies supply the services needed in areas such as crisis hotlines, youth programs, abuse, addictions and mental retardation.
Volunteers engaged annually: 200
Youngest volunteer: 18
Midwest Center for Children's Development
Crystal Lake, IL 60012
Mission: We are dedicated to providing innovative and proven services for the enhancement of cognitive, social, emotional and physical development of all children and families in a natural farm environment. Description: Provide physical, speech and occupational therapy services. Theraputic and adaptive riding and also more traditional horseback riding lessons.
Volunteers engaged annually: 50
Youngest volunteer: 15
Monarch Foundation
McHenry, IL 60050
Mission: Advocates for End-of-Life Education and Care Description: The Monarch Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting end-of-life education to the general public and to the continuing advancement of hospice and palliative care for patients and their families.
Volunteers engaged annually: 30
Youngest volunteer: 18
Mothers and More
Crystal Lake, IL 60039
Mission: Serving over 7,500 mothers in the U.S. and beyond, mothers and more is a non-profit membership organization that cares for the caregiver. We provide a nationwide network of local chapters for mothers who are by choice or circumstance altering their part Description:
Volunteers engaged annually: 75
Youngest volunteer: 18
Mothers4Others
Libertyville, IL 60048
Mission: The mission of Mothers4Others is to initiate and promote community involvement by making volunteering accessible and enjoyable for families. Mothers4Others exists: 4 Others: to provide volunteers, goods, and services to the community and to other nonprofits that help those in need. 4 You: to volunteer in an atmosphere of friendship, support, and achievement, and to empower our members by showing that one person can make a difference. 4 Good: to positively impact our communities while allowing our children to experience first-hand the rewards of volunteerism and the importance of social responsibility. Description: We connect families with kid-friendly volunteering events in Lake and McHenry counties, IL. Mothers4Others maintains a calendar of volunteering events, all of which are either safe for children and ideally are events that children can participate in.
Volunteers engaged annually: 110
Youngest volunteer: 1
National Alliance for Mental Illness McHenry County
McHenry, IL 60050
Mission: NAMI McHenry County is a non-profit, volunteer organization,dedicated to improving the lives of people who are affected by mental illness and offer hope to their families through support, education, and advocacy. Description: We offer free classes for education, support groups, and advocacy.
Volunteers engaged annually: 40
Youngest volunteer: 16
National MS Society
Chicago, IL 60661
Mission: To end the devastating effects of Multiple Sclerosis Description: The National Multiple Sclerosis Society, through its home office and fifty-state network of chapters: •Provides assistance to over a million individuals annually •Funds more MS research than any other MS organization in the world •Offers more services to individuals with MS than any other organization in the world •Advances more MS advocacy efforts than any other MS organization in the world •Provides more professional education programs than any other MS organization in the world Seeking and engaging volunteers for the MS cause is at the very core of our purpose.
Volunteers engaged annually: 500
Youngest volunteer: 14
NISRA Foundation
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Mission: The NISRA Foundation contributes resources to assist NISRA in enriching the lives of people with disabilities through meaningful recreation experiences. Description: Raises funds to support NISRA's unique programs, scholarships and accible vehicles.
Volunteers engaged annually: 130
Youngest volunteer: 18
NISRA Northern Illinois Special Recreation Association
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Mission: Enriching the lives of people with disablities through meaningful recreation experiences. Description: As an extension of 13 park districts and cities, NISRA provide year round community recreation for children and adults with disabilities.
Volunteers engaged annually: 125
Youngest volunteer: 12
Northern Illinois Center for Autism
Lake in the Hills, IL 60014
Mission: ...is to integrate community and loved ones through education, awareness and medical interventions. NICA will do so by providing resources, services, support, recreational opportunities, knowledge, trainings and assistance to those touched by autism, in our community. Description: NICA is a 501c3 non profit organization, that is directed by parents, guided by professionals, and supported through the community. We achieve our mission by providing support, social opportunities, knowledge, training, therapy, tutor services, outreach clinics, resources and assistance to our members. (over 470 members currently, and growing) Much of the services we provide revolve around the family as a whole, and incorporate higher level learning skills, through out a social networking base. To be more direct...lots of social interaction and fun, while sneaking higher level learning in through the back door....
Volunteers engaged annually: 50 to 100
Youngest volunteer: 13
Northern Illinois Medical Center
McHenry, IL 60050
Mission: To provide quality health care services with innovative and responsible use of resources and promote wellness for the greater McHenry county area. Description:
Volunteers engaged annually: 350
Youngest volunteer: 15
Northwest Area Arts council
Crystal Lake, IL 60039
Mission: An all-volunteer agency dedicated to connecting artists of all ages with the community at large and fostering creativity in all areas of life. Description: The northwest area arts council (naac) is a regional arts council that works with local artists, art groups and the public to foster the arts in the McHenry County Area.
Volunteers engaged annually: 30
Youngest volunteer: 16
On Angels' Wings, Inc.
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Mission: Our mission is to rescue abandoned domesticated animals and provide safe haven while they are rehabilitated and retrained to lead full and productive lives. Description: On Angels' Wings' thrift store supports our animal rescue efforts.
Volunteers engaged annually: 50
Youngest volunteer: 14
Options & Advocacy
Crystal Lake, IL 60012
Mission: It is the mission of Options & Advocacy to enhance and protect the lives of children and adults with disabilities. Description: Options & Advocacy for McHenry County is a private, nonprofit, community based agency that provides service coordination and advocacy services to children and adults with developmental delays and/or disabilities.
Volunteers engaged annually: 10
Youngest volunteer: 18
Parkland School
McHenry, IL 60050
Mission: Description: We are a middle school in McHenry, servicing 796 6th, 7th, and 8th graders.
Volunteers engaged annually: 5-10
Youngest volunteer: 18
PEACE 4 All
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Mission: PEACE 4 All is a non-profit organization commited to helping children, victims, and aggressors involved in domestic violence. Description: We provide services to all community members. We provide individual and group educational programs and therapy. We provide supervised visitation. We accept clients of all ages.
Volunteers engaged annually: 10
Youngest volunteer: 18
People in Need Forum
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Mission: To provide human service information, connections, and resources to volunteers and paid non-profit staff so they can better help people in need. Description: Annually (usually the last week in January) a Forum is hosted at MCC in the Conference Center. The Forum includes large group learning, mini courses, and an expo. Topics generally include housing, healthcare, how to access services, legal, and crisis. Ever registered participant also receives a resource booklet.
Volunteers engaged annually: 10
Youngest volunteer: 18 +
Pets In Need Midwest
Ringwood, IL 60072
Mission: To champion humanity one pet at a time and bridge the gap between people and pets in need. Description: No kill animal shelter. Take care of animals that either are unwanted or their owners are no longer able to care for.
Volunteers engaged annually: .
Youngest volunteer: 17
Pioneer Center for Human Services
McHenry, IL 60050
Mission: Our mission is to work with children and adults to explore opportunities for personal accomplishment through education, vocational and community participation. Description: We provide programs and services to empower individuals to achieve their full potential. Vocational Services ~ Early Intervention ~ Mental Health Services ~ Traumatic Brain Injury Program ~ Community Services ~ VOICE (Sexual Assault Services)~ PADS (Public Action to Deliver Shelter) to McHenry County ’s homeless population.
Volunteers engaged annually: 125
Youngest volunteer: 16
Prairie Hill School
Cary , IL 60013
Mission: Educational institution Description: School for children in Cary District 26, grades 5 and 6. Looking for volunteers to assist students in our after school Homework Club which meets from 3:15 - 4:10, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Certified classroom teachers are also assisting at that time.
Volunteers engaged annually: 9-10
Youngest volunteer: 14
Prairie Ridge High School
Crystal Lake, IL 60012
http://www.d155.org/PR/index.htm
Mission: District 155 Mission For each student, we will inspire a love for learning, empower the pursuit of personal aspirations, and nurture a desire to contribute to the world. Description: We are looking for volunteers to tutor/mentor a student with disabilites. This would be from 3:00-4:00 PM on Wednesdays or Thursdays, at Prairie Ridge High School.
Volunteers engaged annually: 2
Youngest volunteer: 16
Project Success//McHenry County Mental Health Board
Crystal Lake, IL 60012
Mission: Project Success' goals are to link families in need to local resources; to advocate for the family; and offer support as the family finds assistance. Description:
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Provena Hospice
Elgin, IL 60123
Mission: Provena Health, a Catholic health system builds communities of healing and hope by compassionately responding to human need in the spirit of Jesus Christ Description: Prevena Hospice serves residents of McHenry County Hospice by providing palliative care given to individuals who are terminally ill, with an expected survival of six months or less. The focus of hospice care is on meeting the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of the dying individual, while fostering the highest quality of life possible.
Volunteers engaged annually: 50
Youngest volunteer: 18
Raue Center for the Arts
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Mission: Raue Center is dedicated to enriching the lives of all through the arts. Description: Raue Center brings high quality programs for residence of McHenry county including world class performing artist - special performances for shcool children, arts education for adult and children and provides in depth exposure to performing and visual arts and cultures represented in this county and surrounding areas.
Volunteers engaged annually: 400
Youngest volunteer: 16
Richard Bernotas Middle School
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Mission: Educational Excellence for all students is our passion and commitment. Description: We are a middle school housing 1040 6-8 grade students. We are looking for college students who are willing to give some time that will benefit some of our students, both socially and academically.
Volunteers engaged annually: 20
Youngest volunteer: 18
Richmond Grade School
Richmond, IL 60071
Mission: Description: We are a public Elementary school serving children Pre-K through Grade 5. We are seeking volunteers to assist with various social and education activities offered through our PTO.
Volunteers engaged annually: Varies
Youngest volunteer: School Age
Ride 4 Life sponsored by Northwest healthcare
woodstock, il 60098
Mission: This day is a celebration of the gift of life in memory of Edward Brophy who died in 1988 from Leukemia. All events and activities on this day are in thanksgiving for the life we have. Proceeds from this event go to Cancer and Leukemia research. Description: Northwest Healthcare is the sponsor for this event. I am the race director responsible for getting volunteers and participants for the day. These are the following volunteer needs Course Set up from 7 a.m.-9:30 Course take down from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Registration from 2p.m.-4 p.m. Course marshals beginning at 9 a.m. and finishing with the last race which ends at 4:30 p.m. working 2 hour shifts Musicians willing to add music to the event to entertain participants and their families
Volunteers engaged annually: 30
Youngest volunteer: 13
Riverwood Elementary School
McHenry, IL 60050
Mission: We are dedicated to ensuring that every chiuld receives a quality education. Description: Elementary School
Volunteers engaged annually: 40
Youngest volunteer: 15
Rotary of McHenry
Johnsburg, IL 60051
Mission: Service above self. Description: A local service group,part of a international organization that fosters fellowship and community service.
Volunteers engaged annually: 100
Youngest volunteer: 10
Salvation Army Golden Diners
Geneva, IL 60134
Mission: Reaching out with the love of God Without discrimination To improve the quality of life For our senior population Description: We provide nutritional meals for seniors 60+. We do 700 home delivered mealsa day, Monday thru Friday, for people that are unable to shop and prepare meals for themselves. We have congregate sites where seniors can interact with their peers. Several sites have activities for them. We also have 3 deli sites. We do about 300 of these type of meals. We ask for a donation but 25% of the people we serve are below the poverty level. No one is turned away due to an inability to contribute.
Volunteers engaged annually: 400
Youngest volunteer: 18
School District 47 Hannah Beardsly
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Mission: Educational excellence for all children is our passion and commitment . Description:
Volunteers engaged annually: 5
Youngest volunteer:
Senior Services Assoc., Inc - Senior Home Repair Assistance Program
McHenry, IL 60051
Mission: The Senior Home Repair Assistance Program helps senior citizens age 60+ residing in McHenry County with small home repairs within their own home. This Program helps seniors feel safer and more comfortable in their own homes. General tasks include raking leaves, mowing lawns, painting, odd jobs and small handyman tasks. Description: As the requests from seniors in need of small home repairs increases, so too does the need for volunteers to assist. If you have skills, training or simply the desire, we can use your help.
Volunteers engaged annually: 20
Youngest volunteer: 18
Senior Services Associates - Crystal lake
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Mission: A non-profit agency dedicated to sustaining and improving the quality of life for mature adults by providing access to the social services they need. Description: We provide information, referral and outreach; case management services; elder abuse intervention; nursing home ombudsman services; recreation, education, and health programs.
Volunteers engaged annually: 120
Youngest volunteer: 16
Senior Services Associates Inc. - McHenry
McHenry, IL 60051
Mission: A non-profit agency dedicated to sustaining and improving the quality of life for mature adults by providing access to the social services they need. Description: We provide information, referral and outreach; case management services; elder abuse intervention; nursing home ombudsman services; recreation, education, and health programs.
Volunteers engaged annually: 20
Youngest volunteer: 18
Senior Services Association, Inc. - Companion Program
McHenry, IL 60051
Mission: The Senior Companion Program matches up carefully screened volunteers age 18+ to a McHenry County seniors age 60+ who request a friendly visitor. This Program helps to increase the social lives of seniors who are generally homebound. In addition, the Senior Companion Program helps pave the way for friendships to grow. This Program can help alleviate to a degree the loneliness and isolation felt by seniors who may no longer be able to socialize the way they use to. Description: Volunteers commit to spend a minimum of one hour each week visiting the senior they are matched with. Various activities based on mutual interest may be done. For example, playing cards, going for a cup of coffee, sharing life experiences, gardening or simply a pleasant conversation can bring joy into both the lives of the senior and the volunteer.
Volunteers engaged annually: 55
Youngest volunteer: 18
Senior Services Association, Inc. - Transportation
McHenry, IL 60051
Mission: Senior Services Associates, Inc. is a non-profit agency dedicated to sustaining and improving the quality of life for mature adults by providing access to the social services they need. We are dedicated to preserving their independence, promoting mental and physical well being and protecting their rights and dignity. Description: We are a non-profit agency that provides programs to the seniors in our community to keep them independent and in their homes.
Volunteers engaged annually: 85
Youngest volunteer: 21
Sheltered Village
Woodstock, IL 60098
Mission: At Sheltered Village, we are dedicated to providing a quality lifestyle for each person entrusted to our care. Through training and assistance, we help each individual work towards the highest level of independence possible Description:
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Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church
McHenry, IL 60050
Mission: The mission of Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church is to present the gospel in its truth and purity so that people may know the saving grace of God. Through a strong ministry of Word and Sacrament, people will come to know God as a God of love, and will then respond to God’s love for them by living their lives to His glory and for the welfare of their fellow men and women. Description: Church & school facility
Volunteers engaged annually: 250+
Youngest volunteer: 18
Small Waters Education NFP
Harvard, IL 60033
Mission: Small Waters Education provides educational opportunities that promote mutually beneficial relationships between humans and the rest of the natural world. Description: Plan educational and implement educational nature programs Restore Oak Savanna on Mc Henry Conservation District Site Create educational organic forest Garden using Permaculture and restoration ecology.
Volunteers engaged annually: 40
Youngest volunteer: 5
South Elementary
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Mission: Description: Elementary Public School
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Spring Grove 4th of July Committee
Spring Grove, IL 60081
Mission: Provide a wholesome, family celebration recognizing the Fourth of July. Description: We organize and operate the annual Spring Grove 4th of July festivities.
Volunteers engaged annually: 100+
Youngest volunteer: 14
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Mission: We are a Catholic Christian Community prayerfully striving to be deciples of Jesus to the world. Description: Provide outreach to the community, fellowship events, and youth activities.
Volunteers engaged annually: 50
Youngest volunteer: 15
St. Margaret Mary Knights Of Columbus
Algonquin, Illinois 60102
Mission: As the order has grown, its benevolence has increased. The order continues to break all of its previous records for charitable contributions and volunteer service. In the past decade, the Knights have raised nearly $ 1 billion to numerous charitable cause Description:
Volunteers engaged annually: 200
Youngest volunteer: 10
St. Mary Episcopal Church
Crystal Lake , IL 60014
Mission: We are a vibrant Christian community engaging the world with and through the love of God. All are accepted here. And we promote a strong Christian education, beautiful and divergent worship services, powerful outreach, fascinating mission trips and a healthy fellowship community. Come join us as we are a growing vibrant church. Thank You Fr Chip Graves Description: We are a Christian church located in the heart of Crystal Lake, providing several types of ministries at our campus.
Volunteers engaged annually: 70
Youngest volunteer: 18
St. Patrick Catholic Church
McHenry, IL 60050
Mission: Description: We are a Catholic Church in McHenry.
Volunteers engaged annually: 100
Youngest volunteer: 12
St. Paul's Christian Preschool
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Mission: Our mission at St. Paul's Christian Preschool is to develop, in partnership with the family, the preschool child's social, emotional, physical, intellectual and spiritual growth from a Biblical point of view through a hands on developmentally appropriate curriculum. Description: We run a preschool that serves children ages 2-5.
Volunteers engaged annually: 5
Youngest volunteer: any age has helped
St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
www.saintthomascatholicchurch.org
Mission: St. Thomas the Apostle Church Mission statement: We are a Catholic family, living our awareness of Christ’s presence through worship,service,evangelization and community. Description: We a ministry called Pathways to Christ under St. Thomas which is a Roman Catholic Church. We help match people in need with those who would like to help
Volunteers engaged annually: 200+
Youngest volunteer: 15
State Rep. Jack D. Franks
Woodstock, IL 60098
Mission: To represent the citizens of the 63rd district. Description: State Rep. legislative office
Volunteers engaged annually: 10
Youngest volunteer: 10
Supporters of Jack D. Franks
Woodstock, IL 60098
Mission: Promotion of Candidate Description: Candidate for State political office
Volunteers engaged annually: 10
Youngest volunteer: 10
The Church of Holy Apostles
McHenry, IL 60050
Mission: The Church of Holy Apostles seeks to be a family of compassionate people sharing God's love through worship,sacraments, education, fellowship and service! Description: We are looking for volunteers to help in our various ministries around the church, whether it be in our bookstore, food distribution thru our St. Vinncent DePaul Society, our building and grounds crew, data entry, religious education teachers.
Volunteers engaged annually: 150
Youngest volunteer: 16
The Land Conservancy of McHenry County
Woodstock, IL 60098
Mission: To preserve open space resources in McHenry County by working with private landowners, communities and developers. Description: We work with people who are interested in protecting land in McHenry County, offering conservation easements and other land protection tools. We also work in communities, offering volunteer workdays at community-owned sites.
Volunteers engaged annually: 50
Youngest volunteer: 8
The Orchard Church
McHenry, IL 60050
Mission: The Orchard Church exists to make fully functioning followers of Jesus who are rooted in hope and branching out to the world. Description: We are a church in the Biblical meaning of Christianity. Our core values are Biblical teaching, intentional growth, love for the lost, healthy families, authentic worship, and empowering leadership.
Volunteers engaged annually: 100
Youngest volunteer: 12
The Salvation Army of McHenry County
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Mission: The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination. Description: The Salvation Army serves people in McHenry County from Crystal Lake and 6 extension offices in Marengo, Woodstock, Harvard, Huntley, Island Lake and Richmond, reaching out to human needs with financial and donated support in time of crisis. Qualified residents receive a helping hand with back rent, utilities, auto fuel and auto repair, prescriptions and emergency clothing, food and travel expenses. The Corps/Community Center, located at 290 W Crystal Lake Avenue, Crystal Lake, is the headquarters for fellowship, education and service opportunities to the community. Volunteers are essential and are needed for "Red Kettle" fundraising campaign at Christmas and for Donut Days in June. Hands on volunteers are needed for Back-to-School, Adopt-a-Family and Angel Tree programs, with the Emergency Disaster Services Team, and as an instructor for youth character building, arts and crafts, homework, computer, sports or music programs.
Volunteers engaged annually: 1000
Youngest volunteer: 5
TLC Preschool
Huntley, IL 60142
Mission: Description: We provide preschool and before & afterschool programs for the children in our community.
Volunteers engaged annually: 150
Youngest volunteer: 12
Transitional Living Services
Hebron, IL 60034
Mission: The National Coalition for Homeless Veterans estimates that nearly one third of America's homeless are veterans. Nearly 58% served in the Vietnam era. And another 25% served prior to Vietnam.. These men and women who once served our country have since Description:
Volunteers engaged annually: 0
Youngest volunteer: 0
Tri-County Pregnancy & Parenting Services
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Mission: To provide alternatives to abortion through Christian peer counseling, education and support services to persons experiencing or vulnerable to the trauma of a crisis pregnancy. We do this by giving our clients an opportunity to respond to the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Description: Options Councelling. Factual information regarding pregnancy. Materials support (such as diapers, strollers, etc.). Parenting classes. Abstinence education.
Volunteers engaged annually: 30
Youngest volunteer: 20
Turning Point, Inc
Woodstock, IL 60098
www.mchenrycountyturningpoint.org
Mission: To confront violence against women and children in McHenry County, Illinois. Description: We offer a crisis hotline, safety planning, an emergency shelter, legal advocacy, support groups, individual counseling, and a variety of programs and services targeted for women, children, teens, and an alternatives to abuse program to reeducate and redirect the coping methods of abusers. We are also an official ICADV training site.
Volunteers engaged annually: 90
Youngest volunteer: 14
United Way of Greater Mchenry County, Inc.
McHenry, IL 60050
Mission: United Way of McHenry County raises money to support select human service programs of its member agencies serving people in need in McHenry County, Illinois Description:
Volunteers engaged annually: 350
Youngest volunteer: 20
University of Illinois Extension-McHenry County
Woodstock, IL 60098
web.extension.uiuc.edu/mchenry
Mission: Providing research based educational and informational resources to the people in our communities. Description: We serve McHenry County residents through education, programs, work shops and general information. Such as: 4-H youth development, Family nutrition program, Horticulture/agriculture programs, and Family Life programs.
Volunteers engaged annually: 500
Youngest volunteer: 5
Valley Hi Nursing Home
Woodstock, IL 60098
Mission: Valley-Hi Nursing Home, Woodstock, IL, is operated for the benefit of the aged population of McHenry County who require public assistance. Valley-Hi Nursing Home strives to deliver resident care, clinical, psychological, and spiritual in an environment t Description: Supply care for 127 residents
Volunteers engaged annually: 50
Youngest volunteer: 5
Valley View Elementary School
McHenry, IL 60050
Mission: Description:
Volunteers engaged annually: 20
Youngest volunteer: high school
Village of Algonquin
Algonquin, IL 60102
Mission: The mission of the people of Algonquin is to foster a harmonious, distinctive community with a strong sense of place, preserving its ecological and historical richness, providing a safe and comfortable enviroment through a responsible use of community resources, and developing ownership and pride in the community through significant citizen involvement in all civic, social, and cultural affairs. To this end, we will provide for the needs of today, prepare for the demands of tomorrow, and remain mindful and respectful of the past. Description: To communicate and enforce the adopted codes that protect public health, safety and welfare.
Volunteers engaged annually: 12
Youngest volunteer: 18
Village of Lake in the Hills
Lake in the Hills, IL 60156
Mission: The Village strives to protect the health, safety, welfare, and economic vitality of the citizens of the Village of Lake in the Hills through the provision of high quality services and programs. Description: The Village of Lake in the Hills Public Works Department is responsible for the maintenance of Village streets, public properties, and the water system. The Village also operates an internal Parks & Recreation Department that offers a wide range of recreational opportunities for the residents. Other Village Departments include Police, Community Development, Finance and Administration.
Volunteers engaged annually: 10-15
Youngest volunteer: 18
Village of Lakewood
Village of Lakewood, IL 60014
Mission: Lakewood will remain a friendly community providing families with quality living in a natural setting. Description: The Village of Lakewood is an independent municipality (147C) which provides fire and police protection, public properties and environmental maintenance, potable water and waste water treatment, and management and maintenance of its public golf course to its predominately residential community.
Volunteers engaged annually: 33
Youngest volunteer: 18
Village of Spring Grove
Spring Grove, IL 60081
Mission: To further the needs of Spring Grove residents. Description: Administors and oversees maintenance of roads, parks, building, police protection. We will be developing an education center at our fish hatchery park and will be conducting fundraising for that purpose.
Volunteers engaged annually: 50
Youngest volunteer: high school
VOICE of Pioneer Center for Human Services
Mchenry, IL 60050
Mission: To work toward ending sexual violence and to alleviate the victim's suffering. We intend to accomplish these goals by providing information, resources and the support necessary to help victims become survivors and move through a crisis to development and Description:
Volunteers engaged annually:
Youngest volunteer: 18
Volunteer Center of McHenry County
McHenry , IL 60050
www.volunteermchenrycounty.org
Mission: Volunteer Center of McHenry County effectively engages individuals and groups of all ages in volunteerism to help solve critical social problems. Description: VCMC’s four core functions are: · Connect any person or group to non-profits · Build capacity of effective volunteering · Promote volunteerism · Participate in strategic plans to mobilize volunteers to strengthen communities. VCMC is the leading
Volunteers engaged annually: 1550
Youngest volunteer: 3
With Wings And A Halo - R.E.A.C.H. A Child
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Mission: "To Put a smile on a child's face in the time of crisis!" Description: We provide new children's books for children ranging in age toddler to 12 inside a back packet and supply them to Police & Fire Departments so that the officers & EMT's have a book to offer a child in a crisis situation to help take the child's mind off the crisis situation at hand.
Volunteers engaged annually: open
Youngest volunteer: 12
WONDER LAKE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Wonder Lake, IL 60097
Mission: We provide events and activities to help promote our area chamber business members and the residents of our community. Description: Sponsors WINTER WONDER WALK with Santa and carriage rides, EXPOS, GOLF OUTINGS, 4TH OF July PARADE AND Kids Zone Games!
Volunteers engaged annually: 40
Youngest volunteer: 16
Wonder Lake Neighbors Food Pantry
Wonder Lake , IL 60097
Mission: Neighbors helping neigbhors in Jesus Name. Description: Food pantry that helps community.
Volunteers engaged annually: 12
Youngest volunteer: 15
Woodstock Bible Church BREAD Ministry
Woodstock, IL 60098
Mission: To Tangibly serve the physical and spiritual needs of McHenry County and beyond. Description: We have a soup kitchen, serving a free lunch every sunday from 11:30 am through 1:30 pm. We also have a food pantry, to provide free groceries to our guests each sunday at the same time.
Volunteers engaged annually: 65
Youngest volunteer: 16 years
Woodstock Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Woodstock, IL 60098
Mission: As the advocate for the business community, the Woodstock Chamber of commerce and Industry provides programs and services to ensure a favorable business climate and acts as the vehicle to promote the area's economic and social progress. Description: Non profit group dedicated to building a better business community.
Volunteers engaged annually: 50
Youngest volunteer: 23
Woodstock Christian Life Services
Woodstock, IL 60098
Mission: Woodstock Christian Life Services serves seniors in the form of a continuing care retirement community (Hearthstone Manor and Village) and children in the form of an early learning center (Woodstock Early Learning Center). Our mission is to honor Christ by enabling all those we serve to live with dignity, hope and personal fulfillment. Description: WCLS serves 200 seniors in the Hearthstone Continuing Care Retirement Community and 100 children in the Woodstock Early Learning Center.
Volunteers engaged annually: 150
Youngest volunteer: 8
Woodstock Christmas Clearing House
Woodstock, IL 60098
Mission: To provide gifts and food baskets for needy families that reside within district 200 boundaries. Description: Community based group of individuals and organizations that serve approximately 2,000 families in need during the holiday season. Gifts are purchased and distributed to over 1,800 children and seniors. Food boxes are distributed along with the gifts bringing the total of families served to almost 2,000.
Volunteers engaged annually: 250+
Youngest volunteer: four years
Woodstock Community Unit School District 200
Woodstock, Il 60098
Mission: Inspiring our children toward lifelong service and success through rigorous academics relevant activities and valuable relationships Description: We need volunteers in two areas. 1. We need mentors that will work with a child in the district that has been identified as needing extra support. 2. We need parents, business members, and children in middle school or older to serve on our Community Partnership Coalition to support a drug free community.
Volunteers engaged annually: 55
Youngest volunteer: Middle School
Woodstock Early Learning Center
Woodstock, IL 60098
Mission: Our mission is to honor Christ by enabling all those we serve to live with dignity, hope and personal fulfillment. WELC is a nonprofit faith-based community childcare and after school program that educates and cares for children from six weeks to 12 years of age Description: Before and After School Care, fun summer programming, preschool and infant and child care.
Volunteers engaged annually: 20
Youngest volunteer: 16
Woodstock Fire/Rescue District
Woodstock, IL 60098
Mission: To protect against the loss of life and property through prevention and education; fire suppression; emergency medical service; and specialized response. Description: Provides fire and emergecny medical services to the City of Woodstock and surrounding area.
Volunteers engaged annually: 30 - 35
Youngest volunteer: 17
Woodstock Folk Festival
Woodstock, IL 60098
www.woodstockfolkfest@sbcglobal.net
Mission: The Woodstock Folk Festival began as a one-time event in 1986. It quickly became an annual event that featured folk artists -- musicians, storytellers, and folk dancers -- held on the third Sunday in July on the historic Square in Woodstock, IL. In 1991 Description:
Volunteers engaged annually: 20
Youngest volunteer: 18
Woodstock Girl's Softball League
Woodstock, IL 60098
Mission: To develop, teach and promote girl’s softball. To promote sportsmanship and citizenship while building character and fitness through softball. Description: We are in need of volunteers to supervise the younger softball players while operating our concession stand at Bates Park during the softball season. We need volunteers M-F 5:15-7:45 starting May 18-July 3. The concession stand serves the community & players during game times.
Volunteers engaged annually: 20
Youngest volunteer: 10
Woodstock Jaycees
Woodstock , Il 60098
Mission: The Woodstock Jaycees is the organization of choice for men and woman 18 - 40 years of age in the Woodstock, IL area for those who want the best opportunities for leadership development, volunteerism and community service Our Mission Our mission is to further promote the interests of our organization and our members to the community. We strive to make a difference by educating the public and expanding our reach. Description: The Woodstock Jaycees is the organization of choice for men and woman 18 - 40 years of age in the Woodstock, IL area for those who want the best opportunities for leadership development, volunteerism and community service. some of the projects we do are Easter Egg Hunt, Sand Box fill,4th of july sales. see web site for more info.
Volunteers engaged annually: 22-40
Youngest volunteer: 18
Woodstock Little League (Umpires)
Woodstock, IL 60098
Mission: Little League Baseball, Incorporated is a non-profit organization whose mission is "to promote, develop, supervise, and voluntarily assist in all lawful ways, the interest of those who will participate in Little League Baseball and Softball." Through proper guidance and exemplary leadership, the Little League program assists youth in developing the qualities of citizenship, discipline, teamwork, and physical well-being. By espousing the virtures of character, courage, and loyalty the Little League Baseball and Softball program is designed to develop superior citizens rather than superior athletes. Description: The Woodstock Little League (Umpires) umpires all of the league's Minor Rookie and Minor American League games.
Volunteers engaged annually: 20
Youngest volunteer: 14
YMCA of McHenry County
Crystal Lake, IL 60073
Mission: To put Christian principles into practice that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. Description: A multi-branch association with programs focusing on youth development, child care, fitness, sports, and recreation.
Volunteers engaged annually: 75-100
Youngest volunteer: 13
Youth Service Bureau
Woodstock, IL 60098
Mission: Exists to enhance the quality of life for children and families through programs and services which foster commitment to change by providing insight into problems & problem solving skills Description: Individual, family and group counseling. Psychiatric services for children and adolescents. Substance abuse program for youth. Prevention services to the community. Case management, mentoring, runaway and homeless youth program. Delinquency intervention counseling and teen Day-Reporting Center .
Volunteers engaged annually: 20
Youngest volunteer: 16
Zion Lutheran Church
Marengo, IL 60152
Mission: Proclaiming Jesus Christ through Preaching, Teaching and Reaching Description: Church and Parochial School
Volunteers engaged annually: 50+
Youngest volunteer: 17