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18405   Woodstock Community Unit School District 200 Mentor/Tutor/one time events options  Location: Woodstock   60098 Description: The school district has a need for teens and adults that are willing to mentor or tutor children in first through third grade. In addition, we have opporutnities throughout the year for single events, like "Love to Read Week", that need additional support. We always welcome businesses that are interested in having their employees in an organized community service.   When does the volunteer need take place?  From September through May    Ongoing? ON      One-time-only?   Who would be great for this opportunity? Teens: Yes          Adults: Yes           Families: Yes Groups: Yes      Community Service:       MCC Promise Student: Yes Is there training?  Yes I am interested in helping Remember the ID number: 18405 I would like to learn about this organization on the members page  Back to search Back to top

19014   On Angels' Wings, Inc. Furniture Drive Coordinator  Location: Crystal Lake   60014 Description: On Angels' Wings thrift store supports animal welfare in our community. We rely on donations of furniture, clothing and household items to resell. If you would like to organize a furniture/clothing pickup within your group or neighborhood, please contact us!   When does the volunteer need take place?  We need your help now and forever more.    Ongoing? ON      One-time-only?   Who would be great for this opportunity? Teens: Yes          Adults: Yes           Families: Yes Groups: Yes      Community Service:       MCC Promise Student: Yes Is there training?    I am interested in helping Remember the ID number: 19014 I would like to learn about this organization on the members page  Back to search Back to top

18623   Bethesda Thrift Shop volunteer  Location: Crystal Lake   60014 Description: We have a thrift store for non-profit. A great oppertunity to meet other people. Volunteers duties may vary, If there is something you prefer to do, it won't be a problem. We have a friendly group to work with!   When does the volunteer need take place?  Our store hours are: Monday thru Thursday, 9:30 to 4:30. Saturday, 9:30 to 4:00. Any times are great!    Ongoing? ON      One-time-only?   Who would be great for this opportunity? Teens: Yes          Adults: Yes           Families: Yes Groups: Yes      Community Service: Yes     MCC Promise Student: Yes Is there training?    I am interested in helping Remember the ID number: 18623 I would like to learn about this organization on the members page  Back to search Back to top

19063   Woodstock Early Learning Center WELC Resale  Location: Woodstock   60098 Description: Woodstock Early Learning Center Children’s Toy & Equipment Resale will be held on Saturday November 13th from 10am-2pm. Volunteers are needed to setup (Friday), work the event and cleanup (Saturday). The sale includes hundreds of gently-used children’s toys and equipment such as games, stuffed animals, video tapes, cassettes, software, cribs, toddler beds, strollers, breast pumps, infant accessories, dress-up clothing/accessories, halloween costumes, sporting equipment and much more. The sale will be held at the Woodstock Early Learning Center, 350 Christian Way in Woodstock. Proceeds from the sale will support programming at the Woodstock Early Learning Center, a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization.    When does the volunteer need take place?  Friday 11/12 time TBD Saturday 11/13 9am-4pm    Ongoing?        One-time-only?   Who would be great for this opportunity? Teens: Yes          Adults: Yes           Families:   Groups:        Community Service:       MCC Promise Student: Yes Is there training?  Yes I am interested in helping Remember the ID number: 19063 I would like to learn about this organization on the members page  Back to search Back to top

18650   Algonquin/ Lake in Hills Food Panry Algonquin-LITH Interfaith Food Pantry  Location: Lake in the Hills   60156 Description: Assist clients with food selections and help with food packing of their items. Sort and stock donations.   When does the volunteer need take place?  Tuesday, Thursday, 1st & 3rd Saturdays of the month from 9:00 a.m. - Noon    Ongoing? ON      One-time-only?   Who would be great for this opportunity? Teens: No          Adults: Yes           Families:   Groups:        Community Service:       MCC Promise Student: Yes Is there training?  Yes I am interested in helping Remember the ID number: 18650 I would like to learn about this organization on the members page  Back to search Back to top

19121   Community Partners for Mental Heath Awareness Art Set-Up and Transportation  Location: McHenry   60050 Description: May is Mental Health Awareness Month. The art exhibit's kick off reception will be Tuesday, May 4. 4-7 pm at the Shah Center. From June through December the art will travel throughout the county to public venues to be exhibit. Volunteers are need to help with the transport art to and from sites, and hang art, and labels. Committe members will provide the lead for each site team and will have information on the site requirements.   When does the volunteer need take place?  April through December 2010.    Ongoing?        One-time-only?   Who would be great for this opportunity? Teens: No          Adults: Yes           Families: Yes Groups: Yes      Community Service:       MCC Promise Student: Yes Is there training?  Yes I am interested in helping Remember the ID number: 19121 I would like to learn about this organization on the members page  Back to search Back to top

18404   City of McHenry Right of Way Pick-up  Location: McHenry   60050 Description: Take on a street in McHenry to clean up. Do it 4 times a year, bags are provideed - AND get your group's name on a sign!   When does the volunteer need take place?  Flexible    Ongoing? ON      One-time-only? on Who would be great for this opportunity? Teens: Yes          Adults: Yes           Families: Yes Groups: Yes      Community Service: Yes     MCC Promise Student: Yes Is there training?    I am interested in helping Remember the ID number: 18404 I would like to learn about this organization on the members page  Back to search Back to top

18811   Zion Lutheran Church Light Houskeeping  Location: Marengo   60152 Description: Assorted light housekeeping duties under direction of Head Custiodian. Duties will include cleaning windows, vaccuuming, painting, outdoor grounds keeping and other assorted jobs.   When does the volunteer need take place?  Scheduling is flexible    Ongoing? ON      One-time-only?   Who would be great for this opportunity? Teens: Yes          Adults:             Families:   Groups:        Community Service:       MCC Promise Student:   Is there training?  Yes I am interested in helping Remember the ID number: 18811 I would like to learn about this organization on the members page  Back to search Back to top

18517   Fair Oaks Health Care Visiting  Location: Crystal Lake   60014 Description: Visit with clients   When does the volunteer need take place?  Flexible    Ongoing? ON      One-time-only?   Who would be great for this opportunity? Teens: Yes          Adults: Yes           Families:   Groups: Yes      Community Service:       MCC Promise Student: Yes Is there training?    I am interested in helping Remember the ID number: 18517 I would like to learn about this organization on the members page  Back to search Back to top

18519   Crystal Lake Public Library Assist with special events  Location: Crystal Lake   60014 Description: Assist with special events   When does the volunteer need take place?  as needed    Ongoing? ON      One-time-only?   Who would be great for this opportunity? Teens: Yes          Adults: Yes           Families: Yes Groups: Yes      Community Service:       MCC Promise Student: Yes Is there training?    I am interested in helping Remember the ID number: 18519 I would like to learn about this organization on the members page  Back to search Back to top

18486   McHenry County Animal Control and Adoption Center help with special events  Location: Crystal Lake   60014 Description: Volunteer will help with special events. There are a number of different opportunities to help. Promoting event, creating flyers, fundraising, donations, decorating, and running booths, face painting, and games. Helping with adoption and animals, set up a   When does the volunteer need take place?  Contact for dates    Ongoing? ON      One-time-only?   Who would be great for this opportunity? Teens: No          Adults: Yes           Families:   Groups: Yes      Community Service: Yes     MCC Promise Student: Yes Is there training?    I am interested in helping Remember the ID number: 18486 I would like to learn about this organization on the members page  Back to search Back to top

18465   National Alliance for the Mentally ILL (NAMI) Assistance  Location: Crystal Lake   60014 Description: NAMI has a group home that cares for people with mental illness in Woodstock. The small ranch house is located on 6 acres of mature woods and wetlands. The house needs painting on the outside. A small screened in porch needs rehabbing. Deck and walk repai   When does the volunteer need take place?  Any group interested in helping out can schedule at their convenience.    Ongoing? ON      One-time-only?   Who would be great for this opportunity? Teens: No          Adults:             Families:   Groups: Yes      Community Service:       MCC Promise Student: Yes Is there training?    I am interested in helping Remember the ID number: 18465 I would like to learn about this organization on the members page  Back to search Back to top

18440   Sunrise Assisted Living of Crystal Lake Volunteers for finger painting  Location: Crystal Lake   60014 Description: Volunteers needed to paint finger nails   When does the volunteer need take place?  M,T,W,TH,F    Ongoing? ON      One-time-only?   Who would be great for this opportunity? Teens: Yes          Adults: Yes           Families:   Groups:        Community Service:       MCC Promise Student: Yes Is there training?    I am interested in helping Remember the ID number: 18440 I would like to learn about this organization on the members page  Back to search Back to top

18441   Sunrise Assisted Living of Crystal Lake Bakers  Location: Crystal Lake   60014 Description: Volunteers are needed to bake   When does the volunteer need take place?  M,T,W,TH,FR    Ongoing? ON      One-time-only?   Who would be great for this opportunity? Teens: Yes          Adults: Yes           Families:   Groups:        Community Service:       MCC Promise Student: Yes Is there training?    I am interested in helping Remember the ID number: 18441 I would like to learn about this organization on the members page  Back to search Back to top

18442   Sunrise Assisted Living of Crystal Lake Visiting  Location: Crystal Lake   60014 Description: Volunteers are needed to visit with seniors, needed to crochet items   When does the volunteer need take place?  M,T,W,TH,F    Ongoing? ON      One-time-only?   Who would be great for this opportunity? Teens: Yes          Adults: Yes           Families:   Groups:        Community Service:       MCC Promise Student: Yes Is there training?    I am interested in helping Remember the ID number: 18442 I would like to learn about this organization on the members page  Back to search Back to top

18443   Sunrise Assisted Living of Crystal Lake Read cards  Location: Crystal Lake   60014 Description: Volunteers are needed to read cards, etc. to seniors   When does the volunteer need take place?  M,T,W,TH,FR    Ongoing? ON      One-time-only?   Who would be great for this opportunity? Teens: Yes          Adults: Yes           Families:   Groups:        Community Service:       MCC Promise Student: Yes Is there training?    I am interested in helping Remember the ID number: 18443 I would like to learn about this organization on the members page  Back to search Back to top

18444   Sunrise Assisted Living of Crystal Lake Dancing partners  Location: Crystal Lake   60014 Description: Volunteers are needed to be dancing partners for seniors   When does the volunteer need take place?  M,T,W,TH,F    Ongoing? ON      One-time-only?   Who would be great for this opportunity? Teens: Yes          Adults: Yes           Families:   Groups:        Community Service:       MCC Promise Student: Yes Is there training?    I am interested in helping Remember the ID number: 18444 I would like to learn about this organization on the members page  Back to search Back to top

18445   Senior Services Companion Program Assistance and support  Location: Crystal Lake   60014 Description: To assist and support the Volunteer Department supervisor with direct management or supervision of volunteers for the Senior Services Associates (SSA) In-house Volunteer Program. This could possibly be a shared opportunity.   When does the volunteer need take place?  Flexible hours    Ongoing? ON      One-time-only?   Who would be great for this opportunity? Teens: No          Adults: Yes           Families:   Groups:        Community Service:       MCC Promise Student: Yes Is there training?    I am interested in helping Remember the ID number: 18445 I would like to learn about this organization on the members page  Back to search Back to top

18513   Fair Oaks Health Care Bingo help  Location: Crystal Lake   60014 Description: Bingo Help   When does the volunteer need take place?  Mon 10:20, Fri 10:20, and Sat 10:30    Ongoing? ON      One-time-only?   Who would be great for this opportunity? Teens: Yes          Adults: Yes           Families:   Groups: Yes      Community Service:       MCC Promise Student: Yes Is there training?    I am interested in helping Remember the ID number: 18513 I would like to learn about this organization on the members page  Back to search Back to top

18514   Fair Oaks Health Care Manicures & Hand massages  Location: Crystal Lake   60014 Description: Manicures & Hand massages   When does the volunteer need take place?  Fri 10AM    Ongoing? ON      One-time-only?   Who would be great for this opportunity? Teens: Yes          Adults: Yes           Families:   Groups: Yes      Community Service:       MCC Promise Student: Yes Is there training?    I am interested in helping Remember the ID number: 18514 I would like to learn about this organization on the members page  Back to search Back to top

18509   Faith in Action of McHenry County Carpet Cleaning  Location: Wonder Lake   60071 Description: A client in Wonder Lake is in need of assistance in cleaning her carpets. The shampooer is available for use, but an individual or group is needed to arrange furniture and run the machine.   When does the volunteer need take place?  Anytime    Ongoing?        One-time-only? ON Who would be great for this opportunity? Teens: No          Adults:             Families:   Groups: Yes      Community Service:       MCC Promise Student: Yes Is there training?    I am interested in helping Remember the ID number: 18509 I would like to learn about this organization on the members page  Back to search Back to top

18506   Faith in Action of McHenry County Painter  Location: Wonder Lake   60071 Description: A client in Wonder lake is in need of inside painting. Client has supplies.    When does the volunteer need take place?  Anytime    Ongoing?        One-time-only? ON Who would be great for this opportunity? Teens: No          Adults:             Families:   Groups: Yes      Community Service:       MCC Promise Student: Yes Is there training?    I am interested in helping Remember the ID number: 18506 I would like to learn about this organization on the members page  Back to search Back to top

18504   Faith in Action of McHenry County Photographer  Location: Crystal Lake   60014 Description: Photographer/events and on-going ops   When does the volunteer need take place?  Ongoing    Ongoing? ON      One-time-only?   Who would be great for this opportunity? Teens: Yes          Adults: Yes           Families:   Groups:        Community Service:       MCC Promise Student: Yes Is there training?    I am interested in helping Remember the ID number: 18504 I would like to learn about this organization on the members page  Back to search Back to top

18501   Faith in Action of McHenry County Housekeeping  Location: Crystal Lake   60014 Description: A client in Crystal Lake is in need of spring/fall housecleaning.   When does the volunteer need take place?  Anytime    Ongoing?        One-time-only? ON Who would be great for this opportunity? Teens: No          Adults: Yes           Families:   Groups: Yes      Community Service:       MCC Promise Student: Yes Is there training?    I am interested in helping Remember the ID number: 18501 I would like to learn about this organization on the members page  Back to search Back to top

18499   Faith in Action of McHenry County Respite care  Location: Crystal Lake   60014 Description: Friendly visits/respite care or phone calling can help stay off the loneliness of your neighboring seniors. Respite care relieves a caregiver for a needed break. Call today and receive the awards of giving your time to those in need.    When does the volunteer need take place?  The timing of visits are between you and the receiver.    Ongoing? ON      One-time-only?   Who would be great for this opportunity? Teens: Yes          Adults: Yes           Families:   Groups:        Community Service:       MCC Promise Student: Yes Is there training?    I am interested in helping Remember the ID number: 18499 I would like to learn about this organization on the members page  Back to search Back to top

18515   Fair Oaks Health Care Transportation  Location: Crystal Lake   60014 Description: Put your free time into action helping seniors in your community, Transports occur daily and can be set up with your time schedule. Receive the blessing of giving to others   When does the volunteer need take place?  Various, based upon your time schedule    Ongoing? ON      One-time-only?   Who would be great for this opportunity? Teens: No          Adults: Yes           Families:   Groups:        Community Service:       MCC Promise Student: Yes Is there training?    I am interested in helping Remember the ID number: 18515 I would like to learn about this organization on the members page  Back to search Back to top

18215   Faith in Action of McHenry County light housekeeping  Location: Johnsburg   60050 Description: Post surgery care receiver needs once per week light housekeeping. Dust, vacuum, change bed, sheets, etc.   When does the volunteer need take place?  Flexible    Ongoing? ON      One-time-only?   Who would be great for this opportunity? Teens: No          Adults: Yes           Families:   Groups:        Community Service:       MCC Promise Student: Yes Is there training?    I am interested in helping Remember the ID number: 18215 I would like to learn about this organization on the members page  Back to search Back to top

18217   Faith in Action of McHenry County senior visitation  Location: Lake in the Hills   60156 Description: Lonely seniors needing friendly visits. Positions available in the cities of McHenry or Woodstock. Sunday AM opportunities available in Lake in the Hills.   When does the volunteer need take place?  Volunteers sets date and time    Ongoing? ON      One-time-only?   Who would be great for this opportunity? Teens: Yes          Adults: Yes           Families:   Groups:        Community Service:       MCC Promise Student: Yes Is there training?    I am interested in helping Remember the ID number: 18217 I would like to learn about this organization on the members page  Back to search Back to top

18216   Faith in Action of McHenry County light housekeeping  Location: Johnsburg   60051 Description: Post surgery care receiver needs once per week light housekeeping. Dust, vacuum, change bed, sheets, etc.   When does the volunteer need take place?  Flexible    Ongoing?        One-time-only? ON Who would be great for this opportunity? Teens: No          Adults: Yes           Families:   Groups:        Community Service:       MCC Promise Student: Yes Is there training?    I am interested in helping Remember the ID number: 18216 I would like to learn about this organization on the members page  Back to search Back to top

19290   Volunteer Center of McHenry County Logistics Person Needed for the Human Race  Location: McHenry   60050 Description: We are looking for a volunteer that can manage logistics for our 5k race. The Volunteer Center is bring the Human Race to McHenry County April 16, 2011. It may seem early but planning has started for this countywide fundraising event that will help all McHenry County nonprofits.    When does the volunteer need take place?  Talk with the Volunteer Center about this job regarding when it takes place    Ongoing?        One-time-only?   Who would be great for this opportunity? Teens:            Adults: Yes           Families: Yes Groups: Yes      Community Service: Yes     MCC Promise Student: Yes Is there training?    I am interested in helping Remember the ID number: 19290 I would like to learn about this organization on the members page  Back to search Back to top

19284   Volunteer Center of McHenry County 5K Race Planning Assistance  Location: McHenry   60050 Description: Are you familiar with the media? The Volunteer Center is bringing the Human Race to McHenry County April 16, 2011. It may seem early but planning has started for this countywide fundraising event that will help all McHenry County nonprofits. Join our committee to help reach out to radio and print media.   When does the volunteer need take place?  This volunteer need can be completed at home or in our office. You will work as part of the event marketing team.    Ongoing?        One-time-only?   Who would be great for this opportunity? Teens:            Adults: Yes           Families:   Groups: Yes      Community Service: Yes     MCC Promise Student: Yes Is there training?    I am interested in helping Remember the ID number: 19284 I would like to learn about this organization on the members page  Back to search Back to top

18503   Faith in Action of McHenry County Bush trimming  Location: Woodstock   60098 Description: A client in Woodstock has requested bush trimming.   When does the volunteer need take place?  Anytime    Ongoing?        One-time-only? ON Who would be great for this opportunity? Teens: Yes          Adults: Yes           Families:   Groups: Yes      Community Service:       MCC Promise Student: Yes Is there training?    I am interested in helping Remember the ID number: 18503 I would like to learn about this organization on the members page  Back to search Back to top

18508   Faith in Action of McHenry County Visit with Seniors  Location: Woodstock   60098 Description: Lonely seniors needing friendly visits. Positions available in the cities of McHenry or Woodstock. Sunday AM opportunity available in Lake in the Hills   When does the volunteer need take place?  Volunteer sets date and time.    Ongoing? On      One-time-only?   Who would be great for this opportunity? Teens: Yes          Adults: Yes           Families:   Groups:        Community Service:       MCC Promise Student: Yes Is there training?    I am interested in helping Remember the ID number: 18508 I would like to learn about this organization on the members page  Back to search Back to top

18498   Family Alliance, Inc. Serving Meals  Location: Woodstock   60098 Description: Assistance serving meals to seniors in the day room, clean up afterward.   When does the volunteer need take place?  Daily 11:15-1pm    Ongoing? ON      One-time-only?   Who would be great for this opportunity? Teens: Yes          Adults: Yes           Families:   Groups:        Community Service:       MCC Promise Student: Yes Is there training?    I am interested in helping Remember the ID number: 18498 I would like to learn about this organization on the members page  Back to search Back to top

18521   Corporation for Affordable Homes of McHenry (CAHMCO) Board position  Location: Woodstock   60098 Description: CAHMCO's board is comprised of McHenry County residents who are committed to furthering opportunities for affordable housing growth and retention in McHenry County.   When does the volunteer need take place?  The Board meets every two months, and it is involved in the strategic planning process for the organization.    Ongoing? ON      One-time-only?   Who would be great for this opportunity? Teens: No          Adults: Yes           Families:   Groups:        Community Service:       MCC Promise Student: Yes Is there training?    I am interested in helping Remember the ID number: 18521 I would like to learn about this organization on the members page  Back to search Back to top

18822   AYSO Region 314 (American Youth Soccer Organization) Concessions, soccer field maintenance, special project staff  Location: Harvard   60033 Description: Support the all volunteer staff in the area of concessions, field maintenance, picture day, fundraisers and various other special projects.   When does the volunteer need take place?  Our season is active August through October and again from April through May each year. These times most work will be done on Saturdays. Other days and times are available for special projects which happen routinely each year.    Ongoing? ON      One-time-only?   Who would be great for this opportunity? Teens: Yes          Adults: Yes           Families: Yes Groups:        Community Service:       MCC Promise Student: Yes Is there training?  Yes I am interested in helping Remember the ID number: 18822 I would like to learn about this organization on the members page  Back to search Back to top

19291   National Alliance for Mental Illness McHenry County NAMI Walk for Mental Health Awareness  Location: Crystal Lake   60012 Description: Help needed to prepare and run a community event fundraiser. This is a walkathon at Veteran Acres Park in Crystal Lake. Volunteers needed for: installation of meditation mini-walk; set up of equipment; marking the walk course with signage; registration; refreshment booths; monitors for walk course; games; take down of equipment and signage; and clean up.   When does the volunteer need take place?  Saturday, October 2, 2010, is the date of the Walk. Installation of mini-walk course will take place the day before, on Friday, October 1, 2010. The day of the walk, set up and marking of course begins at 7:00 a.m. Registration, refreshment stations, and games begin at 9:00 a.m. and continue through the morning until noon. Monitors for the walk course needed from 10:00 a.m. to noon. Take down of equipment and signage and clean-up begins at noon.    Ongoing?        One-time-only?   Who would be great for this opportunity? Teens:            Adults: Yes           Families: Yes Groups: Yes      Community Service: Yes     MCC Promise Student: Yes Is there training?  Yes I am interested in helping Remember the ID number: 19291 I would like to learn about this organization on the members page  Back to search Back to top

18276   Alliance Against Intoxicated Motorists court watch volunteer  Location: Woodstock   60180 Description: Be trained to be a court watch observer and take down important information regarding the DUI cases in the different court rooms at the court house.   When does the volunteer need take place?  Any day that the court house is open volunteers are needed to follow DUI cases. Morning sessions begin at 8:30 and 9:00a.m. Afternoon sessions begin at 1:30.    Ongoing? ON      One-time-only?   Who would be great for this opportunity? Teens: No          Adults: Yes           Families:   Groups:        Community Service:       MCC Promise Student: Yes Is there training?  Yes I am interested in helping Remember the ID number: 18276 I would like to learn about this organization on the members page  Back to search Back to top

 

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