There is always room for one more person willing to show up.

Volunteer

Come help us help our neighbors.

Almost Home works because volunteers keep showing up with time, energy and a willingness to help.

Almost Home Chicago volunteers standing behind a community dinner serving table
Different strengths. Same community.

Ways to pitch in

Bring what you can.

Volunteer needs change, but these are some of the ways volunteers regularly serve.

Monday Dinner

Cook, serve, clean up.

Help with our Monday evening community dinner and the welcome around the table.

MONDAY DINNER →
To-go lunches

Help with tomorrow too.

Prepare or donate lunches our neighbors can take with them for the next day.

Pantry & donations

Sort, organize, stock.

Help prepare useful donated goods for neighbors and keep shelves ready.

FOOD & PANTRY →
Projects & drives

Rally a group.

Build laundry kits, run a collection or bring a team for a hands-on project.

COMMUNITY DRIVES →

Individuals and groups

No volunteer experience required—just a desire to help.

Families, workplaces, churches, schools, retirees, students, teams and neighbors are all welcome.

Tell us whether you are coming alone or with a group, what sounds interesting and when you are generally available. We’ll help identify a useful next step.