Chris Zorich Foundation Other Volunteer Opportunities

Other Volunteer Opportunities

Here are a few local organizations that can use a helping hand just about anytime.

Anti-Cruelty Society: For animal lovers... minimum commitment of 5 hours/month. Thirteen volunteer programs available, from interacting with the public to working with the animals. New volunteers attend a 3-hour orientation. Call (312) 644-8338.

Cabrini Connections: Tutoring and mentor program for 7th through 12th graders living in Cabrini Green. Year-round program - commitment is one evening a week for 2 hours. Call (312) 492 9614 or visit www.cabriniconnections.net.

Chicago Cares: Offers over 90 community service projects each month, requiring participants for a limited time. Call (312) 780-0800 or visit www.chicagocares.org.

Chicago Coalition for the Homeless: A variety of special events offer one-time volunteer opportunities. Other events requiring volunteers throughout the year include serving Thanksgiving dinner, buying/wrapping gifts for homeless children and joining in the annual benefit concert. Call (312) 435-4548 or visit www.chicagohomeless.org.

Dress for Success: Non-profit organization providing low-income women with interview suits and career development. Sponsors 'Clean Your Closet Week', March 17-24, looking for donations of suits and appropriate workplace attire for women returning to the work force. More information and the nearest drop off spot can be found at www.dressforsuccess.org.

Northwestern Memorial Hospital: Opportunities include visiting patients, distributing books on tape and helping with diversional activities for long term patients. NMH requests a 6 month commitment of at least one evening or day per week. Call (312) 926-2072 or visit www.nmh.org.