Opportunities From: United Way of Central Illinois

4-H clubs are run by volunteer club leaders, and we are seeking volunteers to help establish new clubs in the Sangamon & Menard County area.  Clubs can be led by an individual volunteer or by a team of volunteers.

Community Clubs are traditional 4-H clubs.  Volunteer club leaders are responsible for organization and coordination of the club, but the goal is to have the youth members actively participate in group decision making.  During the meetings, members develop leadership, communication, and life skills while serving their community and making new friends.  Outside of club meetings, members explore their individual interests by working on projects independently.

All 4-H volunteers must complete an application and screening process before they can work with youth in the program.

United Way of Central Illinois is seeking volunteers to serve on Vision Councils in the areas of Basic Needs, Education, Financial Stability, and Health.

Vision Councils are four separate teams of 8-11 community volunteers with knowledge/experience in the specific issue areas named above. Councils are convened by United Way of Central Illinois for the following purposes:
• To work with partners to solve crucial problems in the community
• To invest Community Fund dollars in programs with measurable results and outcomes
• To create documents necessary for an annual grant process
• To develop and continuously review the strategic investment plan of UWCIL

The ideal candidate for any of the Issue Area Vision Councils would meet the following criteria*:
• Knowledgeable about the issues children, individuals, and families face as it pertains to specific priorities and strategies in one of our issue areas: Basic Needs, Education, Financial Stability, or Health
• Ability to understand quality programs, quality improvement, and research in order to make informed decisions
• Available to meet at least monthly or as needed
• Committed to serve a three year term
• Team-Player capable of respecting the thoughts and opinions of others and the community in order to present a united voice on decisions of the Vision Council
• *Being a United Way donor is not a requirement of participation

Applicants will be asked to complete a simple application and attend an in-person meeting.

The diversity of candidates will be considered to ensure volunteers reflect the makeup of our community.

If you, or someone you know, meets the criteria described above please have them contact Karen Gedrose at kgedrose@uwcil.org.

We need your help in identifying the next class of amazing and talented volunteers. Please share this message and the attached flyers with individuals you believe would have an interest in helping United Way make an impact in the community.

As we say, to live better, we must LIVE UNITED.

Thank you for your support!

Establish a cooperative working relationship with foster-care families through home visits; identifying needs and concerns. Evaluate client data and develop service plans.

Requirements:

Must have a BA/BS in social work or related human-services field. Child-welfare experience preferred. Must be eligible for or have a child-welfare license. You must be able to pass a DCFS-mandated background check. Apply online at LCFS.org/about/careers/. EOE

Daily Bread is a midday meal program for individuals 60 years of age and over, on a general diet. In addition to our seven congregate sites throughout Sangamon and Menard counties, volunteers are needed to deliver meals to our home-bound seniors. 

Daily Bread meal delivery volunteers deliver hot, nutritious meals to home-bound seniors. Meals are delivered Monday—Friday from 9:30—11:30.

Meal delivery volunteers are not expected to deliver meals daily, but once a week or even once a month would be a great help! Corporate Volunteer Programs are also invited to participate in meal delivery.

For more information, please contact Tessa French at t.french@ssoci.org or (217) 528-4035, ext. 299.

The Springfield Zoological Society is an entirely volunteer run organization based out of Springfield Illinois. The primary purpose is to act as a supportive funding source to expand the collection of animals and improve the facilities of the Henson Robinson Zoo. Board members are responsible for running fundraising projects, spreading the mission of the Society, attending monthly board meetings, and assisting with general needs of the Zoo and the Society. Board members should be passionate about animals and support the missions of the Henson Robinson Zoo and Springfield Zoological Society. 

Board members are not required to hold any qualifications in animal welfare as they will not interact with the zoo animals any more than the general public does. All board members must be in good standing with the Springfield Park District and Henson Robinson Zoo. 

If interested, please contact us at springfieldzoosociety@gmail.com

When disaster strikes a local family, you show up.  You offer comfort, hope, and meet their immediate needs.

Responsibilities: Respond to local disasters (such as home fires) with the help and supervision of an experienced volunteer, while taking the free online classes required to become a fully qualified disaster responder.  Participate in occasional local team meetings and trainings and continue to learn while making a difference as a Red Cross disaster volunteer. 

Reports to: Emergency Services Manager and/or DAT Coordinator, Leader or Responder

Qualifications to become a DAT Trainee:

Become a registered Red Cross volunteer Disaster Services: An Overview Attend a minimum of 6 DAT meetings a year Current Standard First Aid and CPR/ AED Certification (if not current, training can be obtained once you've started.  These classes are free to registered Red Cross volunteers.)