Special Olympics
More information is on the way regarding helping with Special Olympics events in our area!

Provena Senior Programs
Coordinator: Lana Sample
Phone: 217.337.2960
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Spring cleaning opportunities in homes of seniors! Rake leaves from the fall or do some inside cleaning for seniors that need that extra assistance at home! Groups or individuals!

Developmental Services Center
Contact: Janice McAteer
Phone: 217.356.9176
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• Yard work—As we prepare for spring, we will have on-going opportunities to help with yard work at each of our group homes. In addition to helping out, it will be a great way to get outside and enjoy the weather as it warms up. Hours are flexible in late March and early April.
• Cleaning gutters at group homes—As the seasons change, we need help preparing for the spring months. What better way to help than by volunteering to clean out the gutters and make sure our homes are ready for spring. Flexible hours during April.
• Volunteer in computer lab (some training required) - DSC consumers love using the computer lab for learning and fun. We need volunteers to help staff the computer lab to increase the availability to consumers. This is an on-going volunteer opportunity with flexible hours.
• Share a novelty hobby—DSC consumers always enjoy learning new hobbies. Let us know if you have a special interest and would like to spend an afternoon sharing it. Examples may be a magic show, karaoke, a simple arts and craft project, or a sing-along. No specific date necessary.
• Help organize community outings—We are always looking for new places to take our consumers whether it’s a trip to a local museum or a destination of interest. If you have an idea for something they might like, help us organize it.
• Washing windows at group homes—DSC staff always needs help cleaning the group homes, especially the windows. If you are interested in helping with some home maintenance projects, let us know. Flexible hours available.
• Shoveling walk ways at group homes— Clean sidewalks and driveways are especially important for the safety of DSC consumers during the winter months. Help us reduce the risk of accidents by shoveling snow during the winter months. Opportunities available following snowfall.

CU One-to-One Mentoring
Champaign Contact: Lauren Smith
Phone: 217.351.3722
Urbana Contact: Barbara Linder
Phone: 217.337.0853

Looking for a way to connect with today’s youth? By spending just one hour a week during the school year, you can make a difference in a child’s life. Become a One to One Mentor in Champaign Unit 4 or Urbana District 116. The next mentor training will be held on February 11.

Times Center
Contact: Jason Greenly
Phone: 217.398.7786
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Help prepare and serve meals. Volunteers must attend an orientation session, typically scheduled on Wednesdays at 5 PM. Please call Jason to schedule.

Salvation Army
Contact: Kris Fuqua
Phone: 217.373.7832
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Shelter cooks plan and prepare evening meals for residents in our Men’s Shelter. Individuals and groups are sought to adopt a consistent day per week or month to plan prepare and clean up meals. Food provided.

Senior Resource Center at Family Service
Contact: Cindy Fraser
Phone: 217.352.5100
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• Meals on Wheels volunteers are needed to pick up hot meals and deliver them over the lunch hour on assigned routes throughout Champaign, Urbana, and Savoy. Volunteers may deliver alone or with a partner. Consider volunteering for a route once a month, once a week or what fits best for your schedule. Mileage reimbursement is available.
• Senior Transportation drivers give valuable support to older adults by providing rides to appointments and errands. Volunteers provide rides to appreciative seniors on an “as needed” basis according to the volunteer’s schedule. Mileage reimbursement is available.

Crisis Nursery
Contact: Kim Gollings
Phone: 217.337.2731
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• Volunteers at Crisis Nursery touch lives in many different ways. Every day, individuals help us provide an "island of safety" for the children of our community. Our volunteers fill a myriad of roles. Each one touches a child's life in a meaningful way. If you are able to volunteer 2 hours a week on a consistent basis.
• 3rd Annual Crisis Nursery and Greek Community Service Dodgeball Tournament March 7, 2009. If you love the game and know the rules we would love to have you as a referee! For more information, please contact Jessica Culp, This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it 217.337.2731

Prairie Center
Contact: Betty Seidel
Phone: 217.693.3053
Drop off location: 710 Killarney Street, Urbana

Residential In-Patient program for Adults is in need of:

• New, clean and warm regular size blankets* (Prefer fleece or wool)
• Large bath towels
• Toothbrushes
• Women’s hand lotion
• Bottles of family shampoo
• Liquid hand soap
• Bars of bath soap
• Hand sanitizers
• Cash donations (for unanticipated residents’ needs such as dental care, etc)*

*most urgent needs at this time

Provena Senior Programs
Coordinator: Lana Sample
Phone: 217.337.2960
Drop off location: 410 E. University, Suite 102, Urbana, IL 61801

Unused or home made birthday cards

Senior Resource Center
Coordinator: Cindy Fraser
Phone: 217.352.5100
Drop off location: 405 S. State, Champaign, IL 61820

• Home cleaning supplies
• Personal hygiene items
• 9-volt batteries for smoke detectors
• Flashlights with batteries

Smile Healthy
Contact: Nancy Greenwalt
Phone: 217.359.7404
Drop off location: 44 Main Street, Suite 205, Champaign, IL 61820

• Re-sealable quart and sandwich sized bags
• New soft toothbrushes—toddler, youth or adult

Times Center
Contact: Jason Greenly
Phone: 217.398.7785
Drop off location: 70 E. Washington St., Champaign, IL 61820

• Disposable razors
• Laundry soap
• New men’s underwear (all sizes)
• Bus tokens

Anabel Huling Early Learning Center
Contact: Kim Clendaniel
Phone: 217.892.4445
Drop Off Location: 106 N. Chanute Street, Rantoul, IL

• Colorful construction paper
• Tempera paint
• Washable markers
• Board books for young children

Crisis Nursery
Contact: Kim Gollings
Phone: 217.337.2731
Drop off location: back door 1309 W. Hill, Urbana - weekdays between 8:00 am - 6:00 pm

• Enfamil Formula
• Diapers size 4 & 5
• Pull-Ups size 3T-5T
• Gift Cards, Target, Wal-Mart, Meijer
• Kid friendly snacks
• Pajamas size 3t-6, no fleece please
• Cleaning Supplies
• Infant/Toddler Tylenol/Advil

Developmental Services Center
Contact: Janice McAteer
Phone: 217.356.9176
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Smaller items may be dropped off at the main office, 1304 W. Bradley in Champaign during normal business hours, Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. For larger items please contact Janice McAteer at 356-9176.

• New or used time clock, the type used for punching in and out at a workplace.
• Arts & Crafts Supplies
• Pots, pans, and cooking utensils
• Unwanted tickets to sporting or cultural events
• Digital Video Camera
• Portable DVD Player
• Storage Containers
• Treadmill 110/120 Voltage
• Gas Grill (Received 1, Need 4)
• Bath towels
• Depends undergarments
• Juicy Juice
• Liquid Tide
• Gift Cards to Wal-Mart, Meijer, and Target
• Bookshelves
• Digital Camera