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Volunteer Programs
Aspire was founded by a group of passionate and dedicated volunteers who wanted to make a difference in the lives of people with disabilities. Today, Aspire’s volunteer spirit is as strong as ever. Share in the aspire spirit and be a part of our caring team. Our volunteers make a difference in the lives of more than 1,000 children and adults and their families.
Aspire volunteers work in a number of capacities throughout the agency, such as:
- Ongoing Volunteers work on an ongoing assignment such as office assistant, translator, Aspire committee member or pen pal with an Aspire participant. We always match a volunteer's skills and interests to an assignment with Aspire.
- Resale Shop Volunteers help with the many needs of Aspire’s resale shop. From sorting to stocking, sales to deliveries, Resale Shop volunteers are a very important part of running our store.
- Single Project Volunteers help with projects such as special events, gardening at one of our community homes or participating in a special project. Aspire has many opportunities throughout the year in which volunteers can participate. Single project volunteers are always welcome and it is a great way to get to know the agency.
- Group Activities include a variety of one-time and ongoing projects that are suited for groups of people from corporations, schools, communities of faith and civic groups. We work with each group to match them to activities that best meet their talents and time availability.
To begin the volunteer process, please submit completed volunteer application. To help you get started, you can download a volunteer application here.
Once you have submitted your volunteer application, you will receive a call from the Volunteer and Outreach Coordinator to discuss your interests and current volunteer opportunities. To learn more about the Volunteer Program, email Asia Tate or call 708.547.3550 x3599.
Keep an eye on the Related Items box on this page for new volunteer opportunities.
Volunteer extraordinaire Judy Lorch has racked up some pretty impressive stats in her many years “on the job” at Aspire. She’s donated 750 hours to Aspire on Broadway (AOB), our resale shop in Melrose Park.