Amani Alvi
May 28, 20201 min
Many people want to volunteer, but they do not know where to do it. Here are my favorite places to volunteer!
Feed My Starving Children- Most people know about this organization, but basically this non-profit organization packs food for third-world countries. It is a great place to spend two hours of your day!
Bernie's Book Bank- This organization gives children's books to those in need in the Chicagoland area. I love volunteering here because it is very hands-on and fun! Volunteers would help sort, package, and sticker books.
Willow Creek Care Center- This is also such a fun place to volunteer as you can interact with families. I really feel the gratification of helping others whenever I volunteer at this care center. Volunteers would help shop for families and give them groceries for free.
Fundraisers and Food/Clothing Drives- Although this is not necessarily a place to volunteer, fundraisers and food or clothing drives are a great way to help your community. I have held food drives at my local grocery stores and asked costumers to buy extra groceries for the local homeless shelter.