Chicago Cares creates, manages and leads more than 170 hands-on group volunteer projects each month serving children, adults, seniors, the environment, the hungry and homeless and more. Our innovative format gives people the opportunity to work on our projects on a flexible basis and has attracted thousands of active volunteers. Chicago Cares is an affiliate of Hands On Network, a growing alliance of  volunteer management and mobilization organizations across the world.

Individuals - Click here to begin volunteering with Chicago Cares.

Community organizations and schools - Click here to partner with Chicago Cares.

Corporations and local businesses - Click here to find out how Chicago Cares can work with you to achieve your charitable or philanthropy goals.

Youth groups - Click here to find out how you can volunteer at a Chicago Cares customized project.