Volunteer!

S.A.Y. Yes! Volunteer (Humboldt Park)
This position is to help students in grades K-4 or 5-9 with homework after school.  Each volunteer would receive between 1 and 4 students to help with homework and computer projects assigned from their respective schools.  It is essential that this person be patient and excited.

Requirements include a background check, participation in orientation prior to volunteering, a respect for the students and staff, and a passion for working helping students succeed.  Volunteers are welcomed on a weekly or monthly basis.  A two-month initial commitment is encouraged.  Consistent volunteers with special skills (crafting, sports, tae kwon do, music, etc.) are encouraged to lead small group sessions in their area of expertise.  Individuals experienced in bead jewelry work or small business maintenance are also sought.  E-mail info@nlcenters.org for more information.

Hours available: Tuesdays through Fridays, 3:30-6:00 pm, September through May. 
Mondays through Thursdays, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm, June through August


CrossOver Basketball Mentor (Humboldt Park)

Be a father figure to a young man!  Whether you are interested in an in-depth commitment to Little Village’s ex-offenders or a monthly commitment on Humboldt Park’s basketball court, we welcome men’s involvement with our youth.

Requirements include a background check, participation in orientation prior to volunteering, a respect for the students and staff, and a passion for working helping students succeed.  At Humboldt Park, volunteers are welcomed on a weekly or monthly basis; a two-month initial commitment is encouraged.  E-mail info@nlcenters.org for more information.

Hours available: Evenings - specific dates and times vary by season - please e-mail for this season's dates & times.


Work Projects
While many large groups request work project opportunities at our locations, we are happy to report that such projects are beginning to be accomplished and thus fewer and farther between.  We still have need for small groups with construction specialists or those with special equipment (scaffolding for high painting projects, gym floor waxing equipment) to volunteer.  We also welcome inquiries from groups willing to contribute funds toward the cost of the project, as we have multiple projects that are simply awaiting funding for supplies.  E-mail info@nlcenters.org for more information.

SuperStar Super Specialists
New Life Centers - Humboldt Park is seeking SuperStar Volunteers! For 2-month (6-week) sessions Wednesdays from 5-6 pm, these SuperStar Volunteers would lead a Superstar class of 5-10 kids or adolescents in an activity of your choice--something our kids don't get in school or at home.  Specially seeking dancers, musicians, thespians, gymnasts, artists, chefs, and boxers, but the sky's the limit!  E-mail info@nlcenters.org for more information.

Food Giveaway Guest Greeter
 Food Giveaway Days at New Life Centers - Humboldt Park are all the talk of the neighborhood, serving many in need.  We are seeking a committed volunteer to coordinate our team of community residents who serve as Food Packers at 1:00 pm on Tuesdays.  We are also seeking a committed volunteer to coordinate the giveaway of food packs to neighbors on Wednesday mornings.  E-mail info@nlcenters.org for more information.

 



Cicero Softball League Assistant
Want to invest in young men’s lives? Come help with the Cicero Softball League and make a direct impact on the 80 youth we work with each summer. This summer softball league is run entirely by Centers volunteers and we can use your help. We have a wide variety of ways for you to get involved. We could use a one-time volunteers to help umpire a game, keep score, or setup the fields. For those of you who would like to make a deeper commitment, you could help coach a team, run practices, and assist with our weekly Bible study. Finally, we have a number of group volunteer opportunities as well.

Contact Joel Wallen at Joeldwallen@gmail.com for more information.

ULS Mentor (Little Village)
ULS Mentors will be assigned a youth from the program and will have a great opportunity to pour into their life, usually one of the only positive voices that they have!  Mentors come on Friday nights from 6 to 9 PM for our group gang intervention sessions and also meet with the youth at least once every two weeks.  Responsibilities also include meeting with the family and being available to be there for the youth.  You need to be consistent, committed, and available to the youth.  Come and make a big impact on the gang involved youth in Little Village!


ULS Teacher (Little Village)
Do you have a special skill or ability that you would be willing to teach to the youth?  They are very interested in learning new things and being given new opportunities.  Are you good at art, financial services, construction/trades, automotive, computers, sports, or anything else?  Use your gifts and abilities to be a positive influence on the lives of these guys.  We are open to ANY ideas and we can create a schedule based off your availability.  It can be a one day training, or an 8 week class, we are flexible!

ULS Social Activities Planning (Little Village)
A core component of the ULS program is social activities.  Every 4 to 6 weeks we take the youth out on a social activity.  This allows them to get away from their normal surroundings, let their guard down, and have a great time!  Would you like to help coordinate a social activity?  Whether it is planning something in the city, taking them to a sporting event, going to the beach, or any other ideas you may have!  You can help plan the event, finance the event, and definitely come with us!  We are open to any ideas.


ULS GED Tutor
Many youth in our community are years behind in their reading, math, and other school subjects.  Would you be willing to give a few hours a week to make a difference in the life of a youth?  You can make a difference in the life of this youth by helping them achieve their GED and move forward.  GED class is Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM.  You can come for class or tutor students outside of class.

La Semilla Tutor (Little Village)
La Semilla tutors come one day a week for 2 hours (currently Tuesdays 3-5 PM) and help the children with homework, play games, do crafts, serve snacks, and speak into the lives of the children.  Come and make a difference in the life of a child!