Nonprofits are being asked to do more with fewer resources, while volunteer recruitment and retention are getting harder. That’s why HandsOn Suburban Chicago is excited to offer grant-sponsored scholarships for the Volunteer Engagement Training & Certificate Program.


✅ Regular cost: $200

🎓 Your cost: FREE with a scholarship when you register by February 23 (limited scholarships available)

What you’ll get

Cohort schedule (Tuesdays | 9:00–11:00 AM CT)

➡️ Feb 24 | Mar 3, 10, 24, 31 | Apr 7

If you (or someone on your team, including a volunteer) supports volunteer recruitment, onboarding, engagement, retention, or recognition, this cohort is designed to strengthen your systems and save you time.

➡️ Register here by Feb 23 to request the scholarship and waive the $200 fee.

Questions? Email us at volunteer@handsonsuburbanchicago.org


WE HAVE MORE WAYS TO HELP YOU TODAY!

If you are looking to grow your volunteer program, engage seniors and younger adults, develop corporate support, and continue with ongoing support and training opportunities, partner with HOSC Volunteer Action Center Today!

  1. Boost Volunteer Recruitment and get volunteer opportunities in front of thousands of local residents through 24/7 opportunity postings, outreach, social media, and eNews.
  2. Utilize skilled and committed 55 and better volunteers to build capacity
  3. Continue learning and expand your knowledge through trainings, educational opportunities, including annual conferences, one-on-one support, and other learning opportunities to grow your skills and volunteer program.
  4. COMING SOON (MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED)- Be part of a collaborative fundraising event to raise unrestricted organizational funds with HOSC, coordinating, marketing, and leading the effort, with proceeds benefiting your nonprofit. (BECOME A MEMBER NOW WHILE SCHOLARSHIP SARE AVAILABLE)


➡️ Click here to complete our simple all-access form

If you have any questions, please email us. We are happy to help!

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HandsOn Suburban Chicago mobilizes volunteers to fuel civic engagement, solve community challenges, and build capacity for nonprofits and schools across 44 suburban communities. We connect people to purposeful action—supporting students, older adults, and families through over 100 trusted partnerships.

 
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For additional information, contact us at volunteer@handsonsuburbanchicago.org