Share your time with those in need during the harsh winter months fast approaching. At COD, we believe that serving our community strengthens bonds and creates lasting memories.
Many activities are open to the entire family. Community support initiatives are designed to uplift those in need and foster a spirit of togetherness. Make a meaningful impact in the lives of others while creating cherished experiences for yourself and your loved ones.
Volunteers Needed
Volunteer for an hour, a day or a week:
- Jingle all the way as a volunteer at one of three Jingle Bell Runs supporting the Arthritis Foundation. Choose the date and location that works best for you. Nov. 15; Dec. 7 or Dec. 13.
- Drivers are needed to transport food from donors to People's Resource Center pantries in Wheaton and Westmont. If you like to drive, or would like to sort, stack and distribute food at the pantries, visit peoplesRC.org/volunteer.
- Volunteer with DuPage Pads to provide weekly support in the resource center, laundry room or front desk help at DuPage Pads Interim Housing Center.
- Visit the Giving DuPage Volunteer Search Portal for current and urgent volunteer needs.
Please note: COD Cares compensated service hours are only applicable to group service activities hosted by COD Cares and, therefore, not applicable to the above list.
In-kind Donations
- Shop online and donate essential items needed in 360 Youth Services emergency shelter and transitional housing.
- Welcome new refugee families by supporting Exodus World Service. Collect and deliver emergency needs now.
- The Outreach House supports the community through food pantry, clothes closet and job assistance services. In-kind donations of food, clothing and infant necessities are urgently needed.
- DuPage Pads has a list of urgent donation needs. Shop Amazon or drop off donations at the Client Services Center.
Need Assistance?
For a more comprehensive list of additional local area resources, visit the Students in Need of Assistance page.
COD Cares About What You Care About
Email CODCares@cod.edu to tell us about your favorite national or local organization and why it is special to you! We can include it on this page or add it to our growing list of monthly group service activities.
Contact Information
Joan DiPiero
Community Engagement Coordinator
(630) 942-3872
Email: dipieroj@cod.edu