CIVIC Special Holiday Events and Opportunities

 December 2 -20, 2011

Crittenton Center   309-674-0105  ext.210

Stocking Stuffer Store at Northwoods Mall & The Shoppes at Grand Prairie.

December 2 – 4,  2011

Crittenton Center   309-674-0105   ext.210

Festival of Trees at Expo Gardens.

Both events are indoors.

 

December 2011

Neighborhood House    309-674-1163

Santa for Seniors.

Toyshop.

 On Sunday December 11, 2011 starting at 10am – 12:30pm  Neighborhood House will need responsible adults to deliver gifts to seniors also there will be over 1100 seniors who will recieve gifts over the week of  12/11 – 12/16

December 5th

Stuff a Bus unloading/sorting

Friendship House

On Monday December 5th, 10am-4pm, volunteers are needed to help unload and sort  food items off an old Citylink Bus.

 

December 12th, 13th & 14th, 2011

Christmas Tree Lane

Friendship House    309-671-5200

On Monday December 12th, 10am-7pm  Friendship House will need volunteers to help SET-UP for Christmas Tree Lane.

 

On Tuesday December 13th  Friendship House will provide shopping opportunities for children, they will be able to shop for their siblings, parents, & grandparents. Also on Wednesday December 14th parents can purchase a clothing outfit and toy for each of their children.

Volunteers are needed at the above sites to help with pricing,  personal shopping, gift wrappingrestocking, delivery drivers and plenty of  Christmas Spirit.

If you would like to help-out and volunteer, Please call CIVIC at 309-682-8521.

 

Peoria Friendship House

Mission Statement

Our mission is to do the work of Jesus Christ, providing relief, respect, and renewal to Peoria’s most vulnerable individuals and families.  Through the simple gesture of a free meal, a clean shirt, or a sage place to learn, Friendship House offers the hope of a new start to the least, the last, and the lost.

Food Pantry- Wednesdays-Volunteers needed starting at  11:30a-2:30p  to sort and distribute food to needy families.

Sunday Blessings- Sundays-Volunteers needed starting at  10:30a-1:30p to serve food to the community, and help clean auditorium.

General Maintenance-Volunteers always needed to assist Grounds Keeper with general up keep of the garden, grounds and inside maintenace such as stripping, waxing and buffing floors. (Hours negotiable between Grounds Keeper and Applicant).

Dress for Success Peoria Assistant: Sorting and organizing clothing donations for the boutique; data entry, partner information; various projects; potential for client interactions. Working with Personal Shopping Programs. ( Hours negotiable between Program Director and Applicant)

Office Assistant (Educational Programs): Assist the Director of Educational Programs with office duties to include grant planning and research, filing and organization, and planning and preparation for all Friendship House educational programs. ( Hours are negotiable between Director of Educational Programs & Applicant).

The Salvation Army Heartland Division

Mission Statement:
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Description:
The Salvation Army Heartland Division provides social services to those in need throughout the entire year. We work to assist the community both spiritually and financially.

Peoria Park District

Mission Statement:
To enrich life in our community through stewardship of the environment and through provision of quality recreation and leisure opportunities.

Description:
The fundamental responsibilities of the Park District are:

*To provide Peoria area residents with opportunities for wholesome recreational activities, high quality facilities and a wide variety of programs to aid in satisfying diverse interests.

*Conserve the natural resoursces of Peoria for the enjoyment of today’s residents, as well as future generations. This includes restoration of natural and open spaces in older sections of the city.

*To be the guardian of a quality environment for Peoria area residents while encouraging the restoration, conservation, and preservation of aesthetic values in the community.

Goodwill Idustries of Central Illinois, Inc.

Mission Statement:
To improve the economic self-sufficiency of individuals and families through the dignity and power of work.

Mission of Goodwill GoodGuides:
The mission of GoodGuides youth mentoring program is to empower youth to make positive choices that enable them to maximize their current and full potential.

Description:
Goodwill GoodGuides is a national youth mentoring initiative that provides at risk youth with a trusted adult mentor to guide them in a positive direction and prepare them for school completion and post secondary training and/or schooling.