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Upcoming Events

50 Men Who Cook

Saturday, August 14th 6pm - 9pm @ NIU's Barsema Alumni and Visitors Center. Tickets are $40 and available on their website: 50menwhocookdekalb.com or at the door. Proceeds will benefit CASA and Family Service Agency.
For more information, go to the website or call 815.895.2052.

"Sycamore Cares" Volunteer Fair

Saturday, August 21 10am
2pm, Sycamore Public Library, 103 East State Street. Free. Come learn about local volunteer opportunities.
For more information, call 815. 895.2500.

Kishwaukee United Way's Day of Caring

Thursday, September 16th.Free. More details coming soon!

Volunteer:

Give time to change lives.

United Way's Volunteer Connection: Volunteer Solutions

  • Connects individuals & groups who want to help others with volunteer opportunities in our community.
  • Connects volunteers - both this generation and the next - to special activities in the community.
  • Helps human service and non-profit agencies be successful by recruiting and utilizing volunteers in their important work.

HOW to begin to Volunteer

Click on this link to take you to Volunteer Solutions to find a volunteer opportunity perfect for you. Contact us for more volunteer information.

You will be able to:

  • Search opportunities by location, keyword, area of interest or by date.
  • View agency opportunities & read about how to get started with a group or project.
  • Have updates sent to your email address.
  • Blog about your experiences & encourage others to join.

WHO can volunteer?

We are looking for all kinds of volunteers for a variety of opportunities. If you fit into one of these categories, chances there is something for you!

  • Individuals
  • Students of all Ages
  • Families
  • Church groups
  • Senior citizens

WHY volunteer?

Volunteering can provide opportunities for personal growth, career exploration or can be a fun way to make friends & give back to your community. You can also...

  • Stay active
  • Gain work experience
  • Meet new people
  • Build your resume
  • Share your skills & interest with others
  • Have FUN!
  • Get satisfaction and pride from helping others

ANNUAL United Way Volunteer Events:

> Day of Caring

Thursday, September 10, 2009
To register call 815.756.7522

 

"The heart of a volunteer is not measured in size, but by depth of the commitment to make a difference in the lives of others." - DeAnn Hollis