Be part of a meaningful indoor project supporting Menard County families and 4-H youth! Help us sort and organize historical photos from past 4-H events, preserving the rich history of 4-H in our community. You'll also assist in assembling thank-you snack packets for the upcoming 2025 4-H Shows and putting together make-and-take art kits for our free art library, which provides creative opportunities for local families.
This is a great way to make an impact and connect with the community while supporting 4-H’s mission to empower youth and families. Let's make a difference together!
Spring 2025 Day of Action
Spring Day of Action
Springfield Day of Action: Friday, April 25, 2025
Rural Communities Day of Action: Thursday, April 24, 2025
Day of Action promotes volunteerism and illustrates what we can achieve when individuals, organizations, and businesses work together.
*Requests for alternate dates and times for Spring Day of Action will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please see details on requesting an alternate date and/or time in the instructions for Volunteers or Non-Profit Agencies below. For questions prior to registration or project submission, please contact Chloe Reim at creim@uwcil.org or by calling 217.726.7000 ext. 204.
Volunteers:
-Volunteers may sign up as individuals or as part of a team by completing the registration here on Get Connected, under "Spring 2025 Day of Action Volunteer Sign-Up" (link below) that includes a waiver and photo release; please indicate on the sign-up if an alternate date and time will be considered.
https://volunteer.uwcil.org/need/detail/?need_id=1036312
-Teams: all individuals must complete/"respond" to the sign-up on Get Connected, but will note their team and/or organization name, team leader name, and leader contact information on the sign-up.
-Individuals and teams will then be assigned a volunteer opportunity that best fits the information given on the sign-up form.
-Project assignments and details will then be emailed to participants at least one week prior to Day of Action. Examples of past volunteer assignments include painting, cleaning, outdoor spring cleanup, sorting files, making crafts/greeting card distribution to agency clients, stuffing folders for events, and other similar activities.
-Volunteers receive a Day of Action t-shirt to wear while volunteering and the feeling of satisfaction that comes from taking action to help out our community! There will also be a volunteer recognition lunch brought to you by PNC!
Please find the sign-up for the Spring Day of Action by going to "opportunities" on Get Connected and proceed to "respond" to the opportunity which will prompt volunteers to answer a few questions and sign a waiver. See the link below:
Local Non-Profit Agencies:
-To submit a project proposal, please follow the steps on the first page of the Day of Action Project Agreement. This can be viewed by clicking the link below:
https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:e0ea7ab1-54c5-4f3a-8842-5877e4ee2651
-Any local non-profit agency may submit a project proposal; all proposals must comply with the Day of Action Project Agreement, which can be found on the second page of the same above link.
-Please allow one to two business days for a response to proposals.
We can't wait to collaborate with you all to better our community!
Questions? Contact Chloe Reim at creim@uwcil.org or by calling 217.726.7000 ext. 204
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Q: Please list anything volunteers should bring with them to assist with the project (i.e., garden tools, gloves, etc.): A: No supplies are needed for this project. |
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Q: Will volunteers need to bring their own drinks? A: We will have water but volunteers are welcome to bring other non-alcoholic drinks if preferred. |
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Q: Please list any specific directions for parking or accessing the project site: A: The project will be held at the Menard County Extension Office at 420 S 7th Street in Petersburg. We have parking available in our associated lot next to our building. |
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Q: Will this project be canceled or altered in the event of bad weather? Please provide as many details as possible for an inclement weather plan. A: As this is an indoor project, we do not anticipate the need for cancellation due to weather. |
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Q: Project Contact: A: Stacie Skelton - sskelton@illinois.edu or Phone: 217-632-7491 |
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| 14 and older | |
| Is Family Friendly | |
| Is Not Outdoors | |
| Is Wheelchair Accessible |
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420 S 7th Street
Petersburg, IL 62675 |
