YLD Volunteer Opportunities

Make new friends, explore Chicago and do a Mitzvah while you’re at it. YLD and JUF’s TOV Volunteer Network host a plethora of volunteer opportunities perfect for young adults who enjoy spending time with peers and getting involved in the Chicago community.

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YLD JUF Uptown Cafe

The JUF Uptown Cafe is Chicago's first kosher anti-hunger program for the needy. In addition to providing hot meals in a restaurant-style setting, the JUF Uptown Cafe program brings dignity and hope to people in need. The JUF Uptown Cafe feeds Jews and non-Jews alike and is open three days a week for dinner and on Sundays for brunch.

Location:  909 W. Wilson Avenue (between Hazel and Sheridan)

Volunteer Responsibilities:  Volunteers serve food and converse with guests at their tables. Volunteers are encouraged to enjoy a meal with guests, as many diners are socially isolated and in need of person-to-person contact.

Upcoming YLD Volunteer Dates: .

• Tuesday, November 24 from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
• Tuesday, December 22 from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. 
• Tuesday, January, 26 from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Sign-Up:  Please e-mail yld@juf.org to sign up for any of the above dates.