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Empower Youth, Transform Futures

Join us in empowering Chicago’s youth through mentorship, education, and community-driven programs. Your support helps shape tomorrow’s leaders by giving them the tools, guidance, and encouragement they need to succeed. When you volunteer, you’re not just showing up for a program, you're showing up for a young person’s future. Together, we can create lasting impact and build brighter paths for the youth who need it most. 

Community Events

Volunteers are the heart of our organization, and your presence is key to the success of our community events. Whether you’re supporting logistics, helping create meaningful experiences, or simply lending a hand where it’s needed, your time makes a real difference. Join us in bringing our programs to life and ensuring youth across Chicago have access to the mentorship, resources, and support they deserve. 

Education Programs

By volunteering with our educational and career development programs, you help youth gain the tools and confidence to succeed academically and professionally. Whether you’re leading a workshop, tutoring, or offering one-on-one support, your involvement helps remove barriers and open doors to bigger opportunities for the next generation.

Mentorship Opportunities

As a mentor, you have a unique opportunity to guide and inspire Chicago’s youth. Your experience, encouragement, and consistency can help young people overcome obstacles and believe in what’s possible for their lives. Becoming a mentor means walking alongside a young person as they grow, helping them build confidence, direction, and the courage to reach their goals. 

Join Us in Shaping the Future – Volunteer Today!

Thank you for considering volunteering with Chicago Emerging Stars! When you join our team, you’re helping empower youth, break down barriers, and build brighter futures. Fill out the form below to become a volunteer and start making a lasting impact on the lives of young people in Chicago. We’re excited to have you on board and look forward to the meaningful experiences you’ll help create for the next generation of leaders.

Personal Information:

Please select your age range:
Under 18
18-24
25-40
41-60
Over 60

Address:

Address

Volunteer Preferences:

Which volunteer opportunity are you interested in? (Select all that apply):

Availability:

What days are you available to volunteer?
How many hours per week are you available to volunteer?
Special Event Shift(s)
1-3 hours
4-6 hours
7+ hours

Tell Us More:

Max 100 words – concise and thoughtful responses encouraged

Max 100 words – concise and thoughtful responses encouraged

Preferred t-shirt size
Small
Medium
Large
Extra Large

Emergency Contact Information:

Background and Screening

Because Chicago Emerging Stars works directly with youth, we are committed to creating a safe, supportive, and trustworthy environment for every young person we serve. To uphold that commitment, all volunteers are required to complete a basic screening process.


Please respond honestly to the questions below. A criminal history does not automatically prevent you from volunteering with us. However, honesty and full transparency are essential. Failing to disclose relevant information may result in removal from the volunteer process.

Have you ever been charged or indicted for any crime?
Yes
No

Acknowledgment and Agreement

I understand and agree that the submission of this application does not automatically register me as a volunteer with Chicago Emerging Stars. I acknowledge that there may be specific qualifications I must meet, including the acceptance and compliance with the organization's volunteer policies and procedures, before I am authorized to begin volunteering.


By signing this form, I certify that all information provided in this application is true, complete, and accurate to the best of my knowledge.


I hereby consent to a background check, if required, as part of the volunteer application process. I further agree to comply with and abide by all policies, procedures, and guidelines set forth by Chicago Emerging Stars during the course of my volunteer service, understanding that failure to do so may result in disqualification from volunteering with the organization.

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