Events

Join us at the Mental Health Awareness table to learn more about mental wellness and the resources available on campus. Our goal is to help reduce the stigma surrounding mental health and encourage open, supportive conversations about stress, self-care, and seeking help when needed. Hand out cards and other resources to students on campus!

Points: 1 point per hour

Join VIP for a cozy study social right before finals week! Study alongside other volunteers or enjoy a brain break with some coloring sheets. Great way to get your final social point of the semester and bump up your belt status on our volunteer tracker :)

Points: 1 social point

We are looking for people who are open to tabling and looking to get some extra hours before the end of the year.

Points: 1 for each hour tabling, 3 for donating

Holiday Season is approaching! All are welcome to work a shift at the donation drive or bring supplies to donate to the Crisis Nursery! 

Points: 1 Point Per 30 minute slot// 1 Point per item

The Ripple Effect is an ongoing project to send positive messages to incarcerated people, so volunteers will participate in writing messages in cards, creating upbeat notes, maybe sending a birthday wish or two. It’s also a chance to meet members of the EJP community and get a sense of the broad reach of their programs. Transportation will be reimbursed. 

Points: 2 points

We are looking for people who are open to tabling and looking to get some extra hours before the end of the year.

Points: 1 for each hour tabling, 3 for donating

Volunteers will support Children’s Services staff by helping with room setup and cleanup and assisting kids as they build their Legos! All Lego blocks are provided; volunteers just bring their creativity and enthusiasm!

Points: 2 points

Tutoring opportunities this semester take place at many of the local schools. You will be working in the classroom with students from Kindergarten to Adult Education programs, depending on where you want to tutor! This opportunity is exactly what you make of it; you can pick the school, grade level, times, and dates you tutor. We just ask that you stay consistent and communicate with the volunteer coordinator you begin working with. 

Points: 1 point per hour volunteered

The sign-up link takes you to the spreadsheet with all of the Dates, Times, Locations, and Contact Information for the volunteer coordinator associated with that particular opportunity. You are welcome to email them or me (vip.tutoring.project@gmail.com) to begin your process of getting involved. 

"Support students in the Edison Middle School adaptive programs by helping during Academic/Functional-Life-Skills (FLS) classes, Adaptive PE and Encore classes (Art, Music, STEM, Drama). Volunteers will aid teachers and help foster an inclusive environment. In the FLS classroom, students need one-on-one support, so volunteers will work directly with them to provide the assistance they require.

Times:

2nd Period (Academic/FLS Classes): 9:00–9:42 AM

3rd Period (Encore Classes): 9:42–10:24 AM

4th Period (Adaptive PE): 10:26–11:08 AM

5rd Period (Academic/FLS Classes): 11:10–11:55 AM

Requirements:

       •  Background check (coordinated through Edison)

       •  Weekly commitment preferred"

Points: Background check completion: 1, 1 point per class period volunteered

Do you love animals and want to make a difference? Do you want more hands-on volunteering with animals? Then we have the perfect opportunity for you!

Animals Allies is working with CCHS to organize an ongoing volunteering sign-up, but we want to make sure there is enough interest! We're looking for passionate individuals interested in hands-on volunteering with the animals at the Champaign County Humane Society! Whether you're a seasoned volunteer or just curious, we'd love to hear from you! Fill out this form if you would want to participate!

Anywhere from dogs and cats to critters, YOU can get involved.

Join us in supporting the wonderful students and staff at Urbana Early Childhood School, a program dedicated to inclusive education for children ages 3–5. Volunteers will assist teachers in the classroom, helping with activities that encourage social, emotional, and cognitive development among all students — including those with disabilities. Tasks may include engaging in play-based learning, reading with children, assisting during group activities, and providing general classroom support. 

(Transportation will be reimbursed (otherwise it's a 30 minute bus ride via the Green))

Points: 1 per hr volunteered

Volunteers will support Children’s Services staff by helping with room setup and cleanup and assisting kids as they build their Legos! All Lego blocks are provided; volunteers just bring their creativity and enthusiasm!

Points: 2 points

Volunteers will support Children’s Services staff by helping with room setup and cleanup and assisting kids as they build their Legos! All Lego blocks are provided; volunteers just bring their creativity and enthusiasm!

Points: 2 points

Hosted with Illini Medical Screening Society (IMSS)

Join us to hand out nicotine quit packs to community members looking to start their journey toward a nicotine-free life. Each quit pack includes helpful tools, tips, and resources to support those ready to quit. Our volunteers will share information about methods that can help make the process easier. Together, we can promote healthier choices and support the community in taking a first step toward a nicotine-free future.

Points: 2 points