Volunteer and make an impact!

Make an Impact today and Volunteer with us! Build Bright Futures with BGCDT.

Every day, individuals like you make a positive impact on the lives of the local youth at our Club sites across Carpentersville. There are several ways to get involved, like providing academic support, coaching sports, tutoring members, mentoring teens at the Impact Center, and more!

“I have been looking for ways to give back to the community, and when I learned about BGCDT, it seemed like a perfect fit. I love watching the children I work with succeed. Whether it is completing their homework or making their first basket at a basketball game, it just makes me proud.”

“Volunteering at the Impact Center has shown me the need for adults in the community who care for high school students. These students need more people who want to invest in who they are and their future. I am very grateful for my partnership with the Impact Center. It's an encouraging place that is needed in the community.”

Volunteer Opportunities

Academics

Provide academic support such as tutoring, homework help, reading & math remediation, & learning games/activities during PowerHour. Assist high school members with college and career readiness through ACT/SAT prep, resume writing, submission of college applications and scholarships, etc.

Coaching

Lead our sports teams to victory! (Basketball, First Tee Golf, Flag Football, Floor Hockey, Soccer, Tennis, Track & Field, Volleyball) Availability dependant on sports in season.

Creative Arts

Help members learn to express themselves and spark creativity by sharing unique experiences through painting/drawing, photography, woodworking, dance, and much more!

Employability & Life Skills

Host a presentation featuring key topics such as job readiness, financial literacy, career opportunities within the community, etc.

General

Support our staff in the daily operations of member experiences. This may include homework help, assisting staff with experiences, monitoring outdoor and gym activities, etc.

Special Skills

Do you have a special skill like knitting, graphic design, speaking a second language, etc.? Come share your skills with our members through a workshop!

Healthy Lifestyles

Healthy Habits – Provide culinary experiences and teach our members all about healthy eating and nutrition.

Character Development – Host discussions about social, emotional, and mental health support, bullying, drug usage, and hygiene.

Triple Play – Assist with outdoor or gym activities that promote basic movement skills and overall fitness.

Special Opportunities

Track & Field

(May/June Event)

Event Support

(Gala, Golf Outing, and other events)

Get started volunteering today!

Complete the interest survey below. Once complete you will be redirected to the application.

Questions about volunteering? Contact Kayla Caldwell, our Volunteer Engagement Coordinator at 224.805.6825, or email at [email protected].

Build Bright Futures with BGCDT

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Volunteer hours of operations are typically Monday through Friday from 3:00 pm – 6:30 pm. Weekends vary based on events, parades, and other special programs.
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