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Over 1,000 volunteers in Chicago are helping working families file taxes for free this season, putting millions back into local communities. The nonprofit Ladder Up has returned $1.85 billion to families since 1994.
Four major Chicago LGBTQ+ organizations are opening their doors to volunteers who want to make a difference beyond Pride month. From food pantries to youth centers, these groups offer flexible ways to support the community all year long.
Hundreds of volunteers across Chicago honored Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy by collecting winter coats for kids in need. The annual MLK Day of Service brought communities together to warm children during one of the coldest times of the year.
The Obama Presidential Center is recruiting its first cohort of volunteer "Ambassadors" to welcome visitors when the Chicago landmark opens this June. Applications are now open for 75 to 100 positions that will help create meaningful experiences for guests from around the world. #
Nearly 30 young volunteers spent Earth Day morning collecting litter along Chicago's 31st Street Beach shoreline. The cleanup effort is part of a growing movement to keep shared public spaces safe and inviting for families.
When families face immigration challenges with nowhere to turn, a group of trained volunteers in Cook County is stepping up to help. The Colibri Fellowship is providing free legal guidance to thousands who can't access attorneys.
When a deadly tornado devastated Kankakee and Aroma Park, Chicago-area volunteers traveled 60 miles with truckloads of supplies to help families rebuild. The faith-based group Black Men United partnered with World Vision to deliver not just groceries and generators, but also something even more precious: hope.
Six new volunteer tutors just completed training to help immigrant adults learn English for free in Chicago's McKinley Park neighborhood. The Aquinas Literacy Center is still looking for more volunteers as dozens of students remain on the waiting list.
The American Red Cross is celebrating the 4,000+ Alabama volunteers who make up 90% of its workforce while recruiting helpers for roles from disaster response to blood drives. National Volunteer Week runs April 19-25. #
A Safe Haven for Newborns is honoring the volunteers who power their life-saving mission this Volunteer Month. The Florida organization says volunteers bring not just support, but the human connection that families in crisis desperately need.
A New York hospice volunteer has dedicated three decades to helping the organization thrive, while two others were named Volunteers of the Year. Hospice of Orleans celebrated their volunteers during National Volunteer Week with heartfelt recognition.
Volunteers in Colorado's Eagle County donated over 5,000 hours building affordable homes in 2025, saving Habitat for Humanity more than half a million dollars in labor costs. National Volunteer Appreciation Week spotlights how giving back benefits both communities and the volunteers themselves.
The Bedford Citizen is seeking nominations to celebrate community volunteers during National Volunteer Week. Residents have until April 10 to nominate their local heroes.
The Salvation Army in Lock Haven celebrated its volunteers with an appreciation dinner, honoring those who give their time to serve families in need. Two standout volunteers received special recognition for their year-round dedication to the community.
Across Colorado's Front Range, dozens of nonprofits are calling for volunteers to help feed families, shelter the homeless, and build homes. April's National Volunteer Month offers the perfect chance to get involved and make a real difference in your community.
Nearly a thousand volunteers in Cape Coral spent three days packing specially formulated meals to fight child malnutrition worldwide. The weekend event brought together students, church members, and community volunteers who packed enough meals to feed hundreds of children.
Sacramento County is honoring National Volunteer Week by recognizing the thousands of volunteers who strengthen communities through animal care, family support, emergency services, and more. Whether you have a few hours or want a long-term commitment, opportunities are waiting.
Bloomington, Minnesota is honoring its army of volunteers during Volunteer Appreciation Week, April 19-25, with the mayor calling them the heart of what makes the city remarkable. From coaching youth sports to serving on civic boards, these everyday heroes keep the community thriving.
Northeastern Pennsylvania is celebrating National Volunteer Week April 19-25 with dozens of opportunities to care for rescued animals, maintain hiking trails, and protect local green spaces. From walking shelter dogs to planting trees, volunteers can make a real difference close to home. ##
Over two thousand volunteers donated nearly 190,000 hours of service to MultiCare hospitals this year, bringing comfort to patients and strengthening communities. Three volunteers share how giving back changed their lives as much as the people they serve.
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