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We have many different volunteer opportunities. You do not need any previous related experience to become a volunteer. Take a look at the following volunteer jobs to find a good fit for you!

Have you found a volunteer position that you'd be interested in doing? Simply select the [I'm Interested] link provided to contact the proper staff person to answer your questions.

! Current Volunteer Needs
Looking for truck drivers and crew to help collect donated furniture on Mondays and Thursdays.
 
Volunteer Forms
• Volunteer Application
Warehouse Positions:
  • Warehouse Mover – This position primarily will help move large furniture and household items, restock shelves and client areas, and assist donors with the unloading of heavier items. Individual must be able to lift large furniture. This position will also assist our volunteer sorters when needed.
Volunteers may also help us prepare for client families by cleaning/dusting furniture and household items, sweeping the warehouse, and vacuuming client waiting area.
  • Greeter/Sorter – Meet and welcome donors at the garage door, help them unload their donations, and provide them with the appropriate handout materials.
Volunteers may also help us prepare for client families by cleaning/dusting furniture and household items, sweeping the warehouse, and vacuuming client waiting area.
Client Care Positions:
  • Client Aid – (3-4 month required commitment) Client Aides work in the warehouse. They assist clients as they select furniture and household items that have been ordered for them. Training will be provided. When not working with clients, aides will help with other warehouse tasks such as sorting or greeting. Client Aides work with staff and other volunteers to assure that clients receive quality goods for their homes. Client Aide volunteer shifts are 9am-Noon & Noon-3pm.

Skills: It is important that Client Aides are personable and courteous with our clients. They need to be respectful and accepting of all people. The ability to speak Spanish would be very helpful, but not required. Wear sturdy shoes.

Office Positions:
  • Office Aide - (3-4 month required commitment) Volunteers are needed assist with basic office tasks. As an Office Aide your primary responsibility is to greet visitors and escort them to their appointments. Additional responsibilities will be to assist clients on the phone, data entry and using the client database. You need to be friendly and personable. Volunteer shifts available are from 9am-Noon and Noon to 3pm.
Special Events Positions:
[I'm Interested]
  • Special Event Helpers – Sell raffle tickets at the event, help with set up, or man registration tables. Get more information by clicking the [more info] below to contact the staff member responsible for that specific event. Also feel free to check our Fundraiser section for details.
Other Volunteer Jobs:
  • Truck Crew – Drive (or sit shotgun) on our truck to pick up donated furniture from the suburbs surrounding Downers Grove and unload it at our warehouse. To learn more about the truck pick up process, go to the how to donate page.