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Interacting with Participants

Activity Days~~Participate in a fun-filled day with people of all abilities. Activities include parties, games and more.Arts/Crafts~~We need your artistic flair and knowledge for projects conducted with all ages and abilities.Culinary Arts~~Share your expertise in healthy meal planning and cooking with adults.Fitness/Wellness~~Help us get in shape and lead healthier lives through programs and activities.Mentors~~Mentor an adult as they strive to master daily living skills, a hobby or job skills.Music and Dance~~Looking for musicians, singers and dancers who can teach or put on a show.Social Groups~~Hang out with adults at their home and take part in games, movie nights, cards and other activities.

Helping Out Around Aspire

Administrative Assistance~~Help with mailings, filing, organizing and data entry.Childcare~~When a child (and parent) is in a therapy session, program or weekend workshop, their sibling needs a sitter. Hours vary!Gardening~~Contribute your green thumb to flower and vegetable gardening at various Aspire locations.Handyman~~Help us tackle the to-do list at Aspire locations. Jobs include cleaning, painting, repairs, remodeling and general maintenance.Photographer~~Take photos during activities and events in and around Aspire for our archive and our marketing and advertising campaigns.Tech Skills~~Share your social media, design, Excel or Power Point knowledge and talents.

Special Events

Coffee Tasting Host~~In need of outgoing individuals to host Aspire CoffeeWorks tastings at local grocery stores and cafes.Event Planning~~Help with planning, logistics and implementation of our special events.Fundraising~~Create and conduct a fundraiser at your home, office or local school. New ideas are always welcome!Holiday Helper~~Help decorate at various Aspire locations or be a Secret Santa and fulfill a holiday wish.Photographer~~Photograph special events for our archive and our marketing and advertising campaigns.

Leadership, Awareness and Partnerships

Aspire Ambassador~~In need of business professionals and civic leaders who are committed to broadening Aspire’s partnerships. Ambassadors meet one to two times a year and are available remotely to build a stronger base of support within the Chicago area.Committee Member~~Bring your professional skills and know-how to the table of one of our specialized committees dedicated to improving Aspire.Consultant~~Lend your expertise and experience to a staff member or team in an effort to improve strategy, implementation, management, efficiency or performance.Associate Board~~Seeking dynamic leaders between the ages of 22 and 30 to raise awareness about Aspire’s mission and take part in fundraising campaigns, volunteer events and advocacy initiatives.

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Thank you for offering to volunteer! With your help, we can continue to redefine what is possible for children and adults with disabilities and build a community where people of all abilities can live, learn and grow together. And that's something that enriches the lives of all of us.

An Aspire Volunteer Program Coordinator will contact you via email when a volunteer opportunity arises that fits your selection.

Thank you again for your interest and commitment to Aspire.