Volunteer opportunities
Chicago, IL has 16 volunteer organizations listed by Nexys.
Access Living is a cross-disability organization governed and staffed by a majority of people with disabilities. They provide peer-oriented independent living services and are looking for volunteers to mentor youth ages 12-21 with disabilities.
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The Anti-Cruelty organization offers various volunteer opportunities and is committed to providing training and support to all volunteers. Prospective volunteers can start by submitting a volunteer application and attending an orientation to learn more about their roles.
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Blue Avocado is an organization focused on helping nonprofits succeed. The article discusses the challenges faced by seniors seeking volunteer opportunities and the roadblocks that can deter potential volunteers.
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Chicago Cares is redefining volunteerism by offering experiences and educational forums that encourage civic engagement. They collaborate with community leaders to fulfill local Quality-of-Life Plans and ensure impactful, long-term community investment.
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Chicago Pet Rescue is a growing animal rescue devoted to saving homeless pets and relying on volunteers to support adoptions, fostering, events and transport. The page describes many volunteer roles and provides sign-up and waiver forms to connect people with opportunities.
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Chicagoland Habitat for Humanity helps raise awareness, supports capacity building, and provides resources to empower Habitat affiliates in the Chicago region. The organization mobilizes people to build thriving neighborhoods, ensuring everyone has a strong, stable community.
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Dress for Success Greater Chicago is dedicated to empowering women in the workplace through various support services. They provide resources aimed at improving women's success in their careers.
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DuPage CSS Habitat ReStore provides new and gently used furniture, appliances, and other home improvement items while helping to fund housing initiatives in the community. By shopping and donating, community members directly support local Habitat for Humanity projects.
Visit organization →Volunteers at the Field Museum help share Earth’s story with visitors through various roles, contributing to the museum's mission of scientific leadership and conservation. Opportunities include guiding tours, providing visitor services, and supporting research efforts.
Visit organization →The Greater Chicago Food Depository is dedicated to ending hunger in the Chicago area. They provide various resources to support families and individuals facing food insecurity, including volunteer opportunities and ways to get involved in advocacy and donations.
Visit organization →Habitat for Humanity Chicago is committed to improving the lives of fellow citizens through affordable homeownership and community-led improvement projects. They partner with residents and organizations to build stronger neighborhoods across the city.
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The Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center engages volunteers as ambassadors, aiming to provide an inspiring and empowering experience to every visitor. Volunteer roles include Visitor Services, Docents conducting tours, and a Teen Volunteer Program for high school juniors and seniors.
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Lincoln Park Community Services provides support and shelter for adults experiencing homelessness in Chicago. They offer interim housing, supportive housing units, and various programs aimed at helping individuals regain stability in their lives.
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Momma Chef's Soup Kitchen and Food Pantry provides a safe environment for underprivileged families, serving homemade meals and addressing food insecurity through Little Free Pantries. Since its opening, the kitchen has provided over 20,000 meals and the pantries have distributed over 15,000 pounds of non-perishable food.
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Taproot Foundation connects nonprofits with volunteers who donate their professional expertise in support of social causes. Since 2001, it has linked skilled volunteers with thousands of social good organizations, providing significant support valued at over $315 million.
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The Honeycomb Project leads the way in family volunteering in Chicago, empowering kids ages 3-17 to take action to improve their communities. They support over 50 nonprofits while providing hands-on volunteer opportunities for families, teens, and adults.
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Nexys currently lists 16 volunteer organizations in Chicago, IL, with 3 additional organizations nearby.
Nexys currently lists 16 volunteer organizations in Chicago, IL. Visit an organization’s website for its current ways to help.
Yes. Nexys lists 3 additional volunteer organizations in the nearby search area.
Current organization listings include Civic Engagement, Education, Seniors, Animals, Children & Youth.
Nearby listings include organizations in Glen Ellyn, IL, Lombard, IL, Mount Prospect, IL.
Volunteer listings last updated September 9, 2026.
Nexys listings are based on current organization and group data provided through the Nexys volunteer network. Separate volunteer opportunities are not currently modeled.