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Time and Talent

Lake County Cares is currently seeking volunteers in the following administrative capacities:

Volunteer Referral Specialist
Help connect individuals with opportunities to serve. Respond to emails, talk by phone, or meet with individuals in our office. Good listening skills, creativity, interest in research, and experience with volunteering a plus. Training on agency database and detailed list of service opportunities in Lake County provided. Minimum 2-3 hours per week. Work can be done at LCC office or from home.

Agency and Municipality Liaison
Assist member agencies and member municipalities with questions related to Lake County Cares membership benefits and website needs. Good communication and problem solving skills required. Training provided. Minimum 2 hours per week; work can be done at LCC office or from home.

Publicity and Communications
Assist with writing press releases, constant contact articles, website stories, and brochure for various LCC programs and events. Time commitment varies. Work can be done at LCC office or at home.

Grant Writing
Assist with researching and writing mission-based grant proposals. Time commitment varies. Work can be done at LCC office or at home.

If you are interested in sharing your time and talent with Lake County Cares, please call 847.234.8876 or email .

Thank you very much!

In-kind Donations
Donations of products and services allow Lake County Cares to maintain and expand our program offerings and volunteer base, ultimately helping more people in need. We are always in need of items to keep our office, programs and events running smoothly. The following is just a partial list. If you have an item you would like to donate please contact . In return for your support, Lake County Cares can offer you or your company recognition in a variety of promotional materials.

Current needs include:

  • Graphic Design Services
  • Printing
  • Gift cards for stores where project and program supplies can be purchased
  • Technology Consulting
  • Software
  • Auction and Raffle prizes
  • Food and Beverages for our events and programs