Social Justice Page
Social Justice Page
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Junior Class service hour expectations:
All 15 hours should fall under the “social justice” guidelines. The determination of what constitutes “social justice” service is open to a great number of interpretations. In place of a “social justice” stipulation, juniors are expected to complete all of their service hours off campus. All other class levels are encouraged to dedicate half their hours serving at such organizations.
Social Justice is defined as any unpaid work and tangible acts of service performed by a student with a legitimate 503c non-profit organization for the benefit and betterment of their community without any form of compensation. Students should be responding to the call to minister to those truly in need of love, hope, and compassion. Within Social Justice, students engage directly and face-to-face with individuals with special needs, the poor, the sick, or the elderly.
Catholic Social Justice is rooted in the social doctrine of the church. Juniors are required to do service among those who are materially poor, vulnerable, and on the margins of society.
Students are called to stand up for justice and form relationships with the least among us, (Matthew 25:31-45). Junior students are to be actively engaged in corporal works or spiritual works of mercy.
Below are some suggested pre approved sites where you can volunteer. You are not limited to these places. However, if you volunteer somewhere else, please get approval from your religion teacher or Mrs. Grillo.
Food Banks, Soup Kitchens & Food Pantries
Food Banks, Soup Kitchens & Food Pantries
See a complete list here: https://food-banks.org/assistance/chicago_il.html
(serve dinner)
(serve dinner)
Contact
Contact
Kelsey Rodriguez
Kelsey Rodriguez
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago
krodriguez@catholiccharities.net phone: (872) 357-4013
krodriguez@catholiccharities.net phone: (872) 357-4013
Brenden Cannon | Director of Coach Development and Community Outreach| Special Olympics Illinois
820 W. Jackson Blvd. Suite 330 | Chicago, IL 60607 | C: 773-406-7808
bcannon@soill.org | www.soill.org
Bessie’s Table
We are located at The First United Methodist Church of Des Plaines, 668 Graceland Avenue. Volunteers are needed from 3:30pm (or 4:00 if necessary) to 7:00pm.
You can volunteer every Monday night or one Monday per month. All volunteers must be 14 years of age or older. We appreciate the time that you give, and so do our guests! https://www.fumcdp.org/copy-of-community-backpacks
MORE Information HERE
Every Wednesday we distribute food to clients from 1 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. On Thursdays our distribution hours are 1 to 4 p.m. Volunteers help stock shelves, bag groceries, and assist clients as they shop for their favorite items. This is a great opportunity for anyone over the age of 14!
ST. THOMAS OF CANTERBURY Soup Kitchen
4827 North Kenmore Avenue -Chicago, IL 60640
Every Tuesday and Friday
Every Tuesday and Friday
from 5:30-6:30 PM
from 5:30-6:30 PM
If you are interested in volunteering at the soup kitchen, please contact Jennifer, jfranco@archchicago.org - coordinator of outreach volunteers.
M-NASR provides recreation programs and services for children, teens and adults with disabilities.
M-NASR provides recreation programs and services for children, teens and adults with disabilities.
Volunteer HERE
Horizon offers a weekend camp experience where adults with physical disabilities team up, usually one on one, with able-bodied volunteers for recreation, learning and fun.
Fall weekend will take place October 13th-15th at Timber Pointe Outdoor Center, which is an Easter Seals Camp, located in Hudson, Illinois. The campsite is fully accessible with climate-controlled cabins.
APPLY HERE!
Our Lady of the Angels Ministry
Our Lady of the Angels Ministry
Jump to: Mobile food pantry <> Tuesday Food Pantry <> Community Meals <> After School Program <> Seniors' Program <> Other Opportunities
See & sign up for current volunteer opportunities:
-Volunteer calendar & sign up
-New volunteer form
Students can mentor and be buddies with adults with intellectual disability. The adult with intellectual disability will always have their professional with them but Our PLace is seeking to give their participants opportunities to be out in the community. They are also having a 5k on October 21 and are looking for volunteers.
Volunteers are essential to the work at Care for Real. Volunteers help with packing groceries, distributing food to our clients, working in our warehouse, sorting our clothing donations, providing administrative support and so much more.
Chicago Challenger League
Chicago Challenger League
Chicago Challenger League is a division of Little League for kids with physical or mental challenges. Volunteers act as "buddies" to the athletes (ages 4-18), helping them to run the bases or field the ball. It is a great way for kids to not only volunteer, but get outdoors, get some exercise, and make new friends too!
2741 W Montrose Ave.
Horner Park
Online: chichallengers.org
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