Deliver Meals. Share Smiles. Change Lives.
Volunteer for Meals on Wheels for Northern Illinois
Volunteering with Meals on Wheels for Northern Illinois is a simple way to make a big difference. By delivering even just one day a week, Monday through Friday, you provide nutritious food and a friendly visit to seniors and individuals with disabilities in your community. Whether you’re volunteering solo, with family, or as part of a team, your time helps keep neighbors healthy and connected.
98% Satisfaction Among Our Volunteer Drivers!
A recent survey by the University of St. Francis found that 98% of our volunteer drivers rate their experience as good or excellent. Flexible scheduling, meaningful social connection, and a supportive community are just a few reasons our drivers love what they do.
Already a Volunteer?
Log in to Better Impact to track your hours, explore new opportunities, and manage your volunteer activities.
Meals on Wheels for Northern Illinois offers several opportunities for volunteer community services hours. Volunteer roles include delivering meals to homebound older adults, assisting in one of our many senior cafés or helping with administrative and outreach tasks. Volunteer shifts are available Monday through Friday with flexible daytime hours. Whether you are fulfilling a school requirement or a court mandate, please consider volunteering with us to make a meaningful difference in your community!
Meals on Wheels SNAP Volunteer Hours
Individuals & Small Groups
Play a vital role in ensuring no senior feels forgotten.
Deliver meals on weekday mornings in just 90 minutes to 2 hours. Meet new friends and help seniors in your community!
Put your artistic skills to work! Create greeting cards to brighten a senior’s day. Perfect for individuals, families, or groups.
We’ve currently filled all available spots but please check back frequently for future opportunities!
10,689
Clients Served
55,655
Hours
Volunteered
1,169,601
Meals
Served
*Statistics are from 2021.
Corporate & Organizations
Team building activities that make a difference in the lives of seniors in need.
Deliver meals at any of our sites in suburban Cook, Will, Grundy or Kendall Counties.
Create a senior care bag filled with travel-sized items likes lip balm, moisturizer, and other essentials.
We’ve currently filled all available spots but please check back frequently for future opportunities!
Our Volunteer Service Area
Interested in Volunteering with Us?
If you need any additional assistance or have any questions about volunteering with Meals on Wheels, we’re here to help!
Jennifer Charapata
(815) 263-7587
jcharapata@mowfni.org
Step 1: Complete the Volunteer Application on My Impact Page
Follow the link below and fill out a brief volunteer application. Be sure to select the submit button once you have completed the application!
*NOTE: we do not deliver on the weekends.
Step 2: Complete a Background Check
After we receive your application, you will be invited to complete a background check. Please note that this background check is required for all volunteers and is provided at no cost to you. It is a criminal history check only and will not affect your credit rating.
Step 3: Complete Required Training
Training is required for all staff and volunteers prior to their start and every 3 years after. Training takes about 30 minutes. Information on training will be sent to you once we receive the results of your background check.
Thank You to Our Corporate Partners
