People Helping People: Fundraisers & Volunteer Opportunities
Looking for ways to help our community during these difficult times? Check out the following organizations that are hosting fundraisers or looking for volunteers!
You can also learn about many area non-profits via the DeKalb County Nonprofit Partnership
If your organization has a fundraiser you would like us to promote, please email Shawn at shawn@949wdkb.com
EVERY 13 HOURS a new case of child abuse or neglect is reported in DeKalb County. CASA DeKalb County, Inc. is a non-profit organization...
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The Drive Thru Mobile Food Pantry today is at the DeKalb Elks – 209 S. Annie Glidden Rd, DeKalb from 4-5:30 PM. Food is...
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Per Media Release: About 100 small businesses will exhibit thousands of gift ideas Saturday and Sunday as the Autumn Craft & Treasures Market returns...
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Per Media Release: Northern Illinois University and DeKalb County will again host the 2021 Illinois High School Association (IHSA) Football State Championships November 26 – 27...
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Exhibitors and volunteers are needed for STEM Fest on Saturday, October 23 on NIU’s central campus area. STEM Fest is a FREE in-person...
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Per Media Release: Northern Rehab Physical Therapy Specialists is collecting donations for the Sycamore United Methodist Church (SUMC) Coat Ministry. Needed items include new...
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The Rotaract Club of Sycamore is excited to partner with the DeKalb County Regional Office of Education for a community-wide hygiene supply drive benefiting our...
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There are multiple ways to volunteer at the DeKalb Public Library. For adults, there are opportunities to do things like sorting books, event help,...
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The DeKalb Park District has several volunteer opportunities available. You can volunteer around the parks/facilities, specific programs or classes, and special events. Examples of...
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Celebrating its 43rd year, DeKalb Corn Fest is right around the corner. The festival will be held in downtown DeKalb on Lincoln Hwy, between...
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DeKalb County Community Gardens is excited to get the community involved in their mission. There are several ways you can help. All of DCCG’s...
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Join the fight against hunger! Barb Food Mart could not operate without dedicated volunteers. Each distribution day requires 10-15 volunteers and there are jobs...
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The Voluntary Action Center needs delivery drivers for Meals On Wheels. The Meals on Wheels Program in DeKalb County provides nutritious meals to older...
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Hope Haven is a shelter for the homeless in DeKalb. They are teaming up with Lead with Love Honoring Beckam North Fillipp for a...
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Kishwaukee United Way is collecting essential items for expectant mothers who may not be able to afford them. Several drop box locations include: Kishwaukee...
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Help out the Voluntary Action Center, Grab some dinner and win some cool prizes! Register for a dinner drive-thru, flower/plants raffle, a 50/50 raffle,...
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Give DeKalb County is on May 6, 2021! This 24-hour giving day supports participating nonprofit organizations in DeKalb County and allows donors to give...
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Northern Rehab Physical Therapy Specialists is holding their 2nd annual “Choose To Move Northern Rehab Challenge” from May 1 – 26. Take the challenge...
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Calls for social distancing have caused a severe drop in blood donations and blood centers are urging those who are healthy to help. If...
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Join Safe Passage and NIU’s Office of Academic Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for a free, socially distanced event on Saturday April 24th at the...
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Help celebrate Earth Day by joining the DeKalb Chamber of Commerce Leadership Academy for Clean Up Dekalb day! This event will take place on...
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Tails’ annual spring edition of Not Your Grandma’s Yard Sale will be on Saturday, April 17 from 9am-Noon! This fun shopping event features discount...
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Calls for social distancing have caused a severe drop in blood donations and blood centers are urging those who are healthy to help. If...
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Dine-in or order carry-out from Chipotle in DeKalb Wednesday, April 14th between 4-8 pm. Mention Tails or use promo code 2VR22KV during checkout and...
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Kishwaukee United Way is collecting donations of diapers, wipes, rash cream and formula to help young families in need throughout DeKalb County. You can...
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This year marks the 62nd anniversary of the Genoa Days’ King and Queen Scholarship contest. The Genoa Chamber and member businesses recognize the importance of education as...
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Help out our friends at Tails Humane Society by picking up a $2.50 reusable Red, “My Heart” Bag at Hy-Vee during the month of April! ...
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Boy Scout Troop 33 is conducting a FOOD DRIVE from March 26 to March 28 at the Hy-Vee grocery store in Sycamore. They will...
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Boy Scout Troop 33 is conducting a FOOD DRIVE from March 26 to March 28 at the Hy-Vee grocery store in Sycamore. They will...
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Children’s Home and Aid Office in DeKalb is distributing free diapers on Thursday March 25th from 4 to 6 pm at 155 N 3rd...
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Per Kishwaukee College Media Release: OC Creative of DeKalb has launched a new scholarship with the Kishwaukee College Foundation for students interested in pursuing...
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Calls for social distancing have caused a severe drop in blood donations and blood centers are urging those who are healthy to help. If...
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This year a Smart Money Initiative Teen Scholarship is being offered to teens from DeKalb and Sycamore High School. The Northern Illinois Federal Credit...
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Kaleidoscope Healing Arts is hosting the summer Beating the Blues walking challenge to encourage walking a mile every day to interrupt the stress response....
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Donate your extra seeds for seniors! DeKalb County TRIAD is collecting flower seeds to brighten the days of homebound seniors. Drop off a...
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Per QORRN Media Release: QORRN invites members of the LGBTQ+ communities who live or spend a lot of time in DeKalb County to take...
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Support local businesses and your local United Way by dining out on March 15th! When you dine out at any of the participating restaurants...
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Looking to have an impact on your community and positively impact the financial lives of our members? The Northern Illinois Federal Credit Union needs...
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DeKalb County Community Gardens is in need of volunteers to help get food to hungry, homebound seniors! Volunteers would assist with food package pick...
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Get lunch or dinner from El Jimador in DeKalb and mention the Tails fundraiser! 20% of your bill will be donated to support the...
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The Kirkland Lions are hosting a Meat Raffle on Saturday March 6th at the Red Brick Inn in Kirkland. The meat raffle begins at...
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Per Indian Creek CCC Info Release: Indian Creek CCC (Community Concern for Children) is the Parent Club for the Indian Creek School District. Our...
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The DeKalb Leadership Academy is hosting a ‘CareKits’ donation drive to collect, assemble, and donate personal hygiene products to those in need throughout DeKalb...
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Tails Humane Society is expecting and we are throwing them a Spring Baby Shower! From March 1st through April 23rd, we will be collecting pet...
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On Tuesday, February 23, 2021 from 4-6 p.m. the Stage Coach Players will once again be in the back parking lot of the theater...
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GoFundMe pages have been set up for an NIU graduate and current student after they were injured in an apartment fire last week. Both...
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The Kishwaukee United Way is reminding DeKalb County residents of the 2-1-1 service, which was not often used during 2020. 2-1-1 is a non-emergency...
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Dine-in or order carry-out from Noodles in DeKalb, IL and 25% of your order total will be donated to Tails Humane Society! Mention the...
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DCCG is partnering with local AARP Foundation Tax-Aide volunteers to offer free tax prep services at the Genoa Area Community Food Hub. The service...
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The Kirkland Lions will be hosting a blood drive with the Versiti Blood Center on Wednesday February 3rd from 3 to 7 PM. To...
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Rather than spending money on cards, you can donate the cost of a card to support shelter pets and send a cute eCard to...
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The Kitchen Table in Rochelle is a donation and volunteer-based eatery/community pay-what-you-can café. Everyone is welcome regardless of their ability to pay. They are...
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State Rep. Jeff Keicher is partnering with two Rockford-area lawmakers for a “Valentines for Seniors” card drive for residents living in long-term care facilities...
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The DeKalb Park District is hosting a blood drive at the Hopkins Community Center – Terrace Room on Wednesday January 20th at 12 PM....
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Paw Lickin’ Good Treats has installed a new community closet in front of their store in the Hy-Vee Shopping Center! It’s available for anyone...
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On the day after Christmas, a horrific event took place at Don Carter Lanes, claiming the lives of three people and wounding three others....
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Family Service Agency of Dekalb County is offering a new “pen pal” program to help connect older adults and local youth by matching them...
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The Barn on Baseline is hosting pet photos with Santa on Saturday December 19th from 12 to 3 PM. Have your furry friend pose...
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The DeKalb County Salvation Army is looking for volunteers for the following events: Toy Shop – Our Toy Shop to provide toys to families...
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Herron & Co. Barbers in Genoa is hosting their Give Back/Get Back Holiday Food Drive & Raffle benefiting the DCCG’s Genoa Area Community Food...
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Raising Cane’s in DeKalb is selling these adorable Cozy Cane plush puppies with proceeds going to benefit Tails Humane Society! Pick up a pup...
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Purchase a luminary kit while helping to support our local restaurants and essential workers!...
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The Kishwaukee Kiwanis Club’s drive-thru turkey dinner fundraiser will take place on Dec. 10 from 4:30 to 6:30 PM at Farandas in DeKalb. Each...
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Per The Daily Chronicle: DeKalb County Toys for Tots is in “desperate need” of new, unwrapped toys this holiday season. The program supplies toys...
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Per Safe Passage Newsletter: Help us brighten the holidays by participating in our Giving Tree Fundraiser! Throughout the month of December, we’ll be sharing...
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Join Tails for their annual winter edition of Not Your Grandma’s Yard Sale! on Saturday, December 5 from 9am-1pm This fun shopping event features...
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Our Spring auction might have been cancelled, but we’re not going to let the Grinch steal our Winter auction! 🎄 Join in the fun...
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Per the Egyptian Theatre: From 1929 to today! The Egyptian Theatre has been providing entertainment to the greater DeKalb area for over 9 decades!...
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Clean USA is offering free vehicle disinfection for First Responders, Police, Fire, EMS, Health Care Professionals and Teachers during their ‘Clean for a Cause‘...
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Join CASA DeKalb County for their 6th annual ‘Whiskey, Wine & Cheese’ fundraising event! This year, the event will be held online through an...
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DeKalb County Community Gardens will travel across the county tomorrow to give away 10,000 pounds of food as part of Giving Tuesday. DCCG works...
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Safe Passage provides free & confidential services to survivors of domestic and sexual violence. Safe Passage clients often leave their belongings behind when getting...
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Tails Humane Society is always accepting donations of pet food and supplies! You can send your donations directly to the shelter via Amazon by...
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Meals on Wheels Drivers Needed Delivery to Cortland, DeKalb, Genoa, Kingston, Kirkland, Sandwich, and Sycamore area Donations Needed Nonperishable food items, gift bags of...
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Hope Haven in DeKalb is always accepting volunteers or donations of supplies. As cold weather approaches, they encourage you to call them if you...
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Kody’s Cupboard was started in 2019 by the College staff and Board of Trustees to help alleviate hunger and meet basic needs for the...
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Family Service Agency of DeKalb County invites you to make Christmas bright for kids in DeKalb County by making sure they get something under...
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The Tropical Tails dinner and auction is Tails Humane Society’s largest annual fundraiser. Unfortunately, like many others, this event had to be canceled in...
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The Tropical Tails dinner and auction is Tails Humane Society’s largest annual fundraiser. Unfortunately, like many others, this event had to be canceled in...
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The Tropical Tails dinner and auction is Tails Humane Society’s largest annual fundraiser. Unfortunately, like many others, this event had to be canceled in...
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Test your knowledge in a game of trivia, bid on amazing auction items, and rock out to live performances by Pictoria Vark, Marcosieve, Chiri...
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Dine and donate to help support Elder Care Services’ mission to keep DeKalb County older adults safe, secure and supported by eating at Panera...
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The Tropical Tails dinner and auction is Tails Humane Society’s largest annual fundraiser. Unfortunately, like many others, this event had to be canceled in...
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Per NIU Foundation Press Release: In celebration of our positive impact throughout the world, Northern Illinois Huskies and friends of the university are invited...
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Per the DeKalb Police Department Press Release: The DeKalb Police Benevolent & Protective Association and DeKalb Target would like to announce that this year’s...
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Mary’s “Thanksgiving- Back” Usborne Donation Book Party To honor the Thanksgiving holiday and give back to the community this year, Mary Gates will be...
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Taste: Bottles & Brews Thursday, November 12th, 6-8pm ZOOM (registration required) Kishwaukee United Way will be hosting their annual fundraising event, Taste: Bottles and...
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St Paul Lutheran Church in Rochelle is hosting their annual Spaghetti Supper to support the St Paul Youth Group on Saturday November 7th from...
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Per Stage Coach Players Newsletter: Stage Coach Players is pleased to announce a partnership with the DeKalb Salvation Army to fill the hearts and...
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Per Pay It Forward House Newsletter: The season of giving is upon us, and we have the perfect gift to make everyone on your...
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Support Safe Passage in a socially distanced fundraiser with 5B’s Catering on Wednesday, November 4th 4:30-6:30 PM at 217 Franklin Street, DeKalb (the address...
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Per Sweets4Troops: Halloween is a special time of year for kids (young and old) to have fun and go trick or treating. But there...
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The DeKalb Police Department will be participating again this year in No-Shave November. Officers who choose to participate will be putting down their razors...
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Help! The dogs and puppies in Tails’ care could really use your support! They are currently in desperate need of: – Canned / wet...
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Feed the Need this holiday season! 94.9 WDKB and MetroNet are hosting a food drive to benefit Northern Illinois Food Bank – helping to...
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Staying active this winter can help beat the blues associated with those gloomy winter days stretching from November to January. This virtual walking challenge...
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Sweet(er) dreams are in your future if you shop for new bedding at the Sycamore Music Boosters 4th annual mattress fundraiser on Saturday, Oct....
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Get some new warm weather gear and support the animals at Tails! Order before October 26 and have your shirts shipped directly to you...
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Hungry Neighbors in Genoa-Kingston to Receive Holiday Meal Boxes with Support from G-K Feed the Need Event The Genoa Area Community Food Hub (GACFH)...
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