The Department of Student Involvement and Leadership Development firmly believes in the value of service to one’s community and has thus incorporated volunteerism as a component of the Department’s Leadership Development Program.
Volunteerism and Service Opportunities
In the Department’s endeavor to assist students in finding service opportunities, an up-to-date directory of volunteerism opportunities and service agencies, including agency contact information and a description of the services being sought, is maintained by the Leadership & Volunteerism staff.
**Alternative Spring Break 2009 Information Here**
An exciting addition to SILD's list of service programs! Beginning in 2009, NIU students have the opportunity to spend their Spring Break aiding other individuals in need. This year we'll be traveling to Galveston, Texas to help with Hurricane Ike relief efforts. Anticipated travel dates are Sunday, March 8 through Saturday, March 14.
Participants will work alongside other volunteers, assisting the Gulf Coast Community Services Association, a local not-for-profit organization. The daily work schedule will include tasks such as painting, working with food distribution, and park/natural area restoration. For a powerpoint with pictures of previous projects as well as more general information, click here.
Program costs are $550. These costs include transportation, lodging, and meals (while in Galveston). A $150 non-refundable deposit is required at the time of sign up, and a payment plan is available for the remainder amount. Opportunities for group and individual fund-raising are available to help off-set out-of-pocket expenses.
Download the application here. Completed applications and $150 deposit are due to the SILD office by 4:30 on Friday, February 6th. There are only 25 spots available for this inaugural trip!
Volunteerism Assistance for Service Agencies in need of Volunteers
Service agencies and others in need of volunteers are encouraged to submit information regarding their service opportunities to the Department of Student Involvement & Leadership Development for review and possible inclusion in the volunteerism opportunity directory.
Request for Volunteers (Application Form)