Volunteer

Volunteer with JCFS Chicago and make a positive change in your community.

During National Volunteer Week we shine a light on the people that give their time, talent and voice to make a difference in the community.

We match your skills, availability and passions with our volunteer opportunities. Our projects range from once a year to once a week, from all across Chicago to the suburbs.

Please note: Volunteer opportunities are specific to the Greater Chicagoland area (Lake and Cook counties). 

Volunteers help others, while also enriching their own lives through:

• Giving back and lending a helping hand
• Exploring personal interests and passions
• Meeting new people
• Uncovering hidden skills and talents
• Enriching one’s education and building a resume

Get involved today!

To get started and for more opportunities, please complete the volunteer application and select the opportunities you are most interested in. A member of our volunteer department will contact you shortly.

Please contact us with any questions surrounding volunteer opportunities and/or how to get involved with your next Mitzvah project.

Other volunteer opportunities

We have volunteer opportunities for individuals, groups, and families. Some current openings include:

• Response for Teens - Response Advisory Council member

HIAS

• HIAS Tutoring Refugee Youth (TRY)
• HIAS ESL Volunteer
• HIAS Refugees - Individual Mentor (not connected to a co-sponsorship team)
• HIAS Refugees - Apartment Setup (no direct interaction with family, not connected to a co-sponsorship team)
• HIAS Refugees - Individual Driver (not connected to a co-sponsorship team)
• HIAS Tutor and Mock Interviewer

SFPD

• Sunday Respite Volunteer
• Residential Supports Community Buddy

Career Services

• JVS Mock Interviewer
• Duman Opportunity Center - Business Services Opportunity