"Being a docent at the Art Institute of Chicago feeds my intellect, but volunteering with WITS feeds my soul."

- Kathy Filippini, Classroom Assistant, Schiller School

How to Become a Volunteer

WITS is always looking for new volunteers to join our team throughout the school year. Whether you are retired, in college, work from home or out of the office; if you want to make a difference, WITS has a way that will more than likely fit your schedule. To learn more about the different programs and volunteer opportunities offered by WITS, visit our Programs section.

If interested in volunteering with WITS, please fill out the General Inquiry form and one of our program staff will be in touch with you shortly.

Corporate Volunteer Programs

• Early Childhood
• Power Lunch
• Workplace Mentoring
  

Individual Volunteer Programs

• Early Childhood
• Classroom Assistants
• Saturday Tutoring

As required by the Chicago Public Schools, all volunteers must submit to a Background Check for the general safety of our students. To download the form, click here.