Get involved to help make play and toys available to children with special needs. Volunteers are always needed and greatly appreciated.

Volunteer Your Time
"You give but little when you give of your possessions. It is when you give yourself that you truly give" -Kahil Gibran

1. Assist with a playgroup
2. Clean and maintain toys
3. Toy engineer needed to help fix and/or design toys
4. Help with fundraising

To start volunteering call (708) 863-1186 x226

Make a Donation Printable Donation Form / Online (These links open a new window)
There are many ways to make a donation, such as employee matching program through your employer, writing a check to UCP-ToyLend or purchasing items on our wish list. Don't forget that charitable contributions are tax deductible. We always except slightly used toys!

We Need Volunteers!

Toy Helper : 3 hours per Month
Details: Assist with toy cleaning, maintenance, repair, and inventory. Also, assist with adapting toys and getting toys donated. This is a fun volunteer opportunity that has flexible hours, helps lots of children and teaches you a lot about toys.
Skills: Someone who is not afraid to open up a toy and try to fix it. The toys may also be taken home to work on them.

Advisory Board Member : 3+ hours per Month
Details: We are seeking someone who is motivated, will assist with fundraising, and has experience with non-profits. The commitment includes a monthly meeting, fundraising, networking, and being an ambassador for ToyLend. Please email if interested.
Skills: Desire to help children with special needs!

Grant Writer : 5+ hours per Month
Details: We are seeking volunteers to assist with grant writing and fundraising.
Skills: Good writing skills and creativity and experience with grant writing.

General Program Assistance : 2+ hours per Week
Details: Help with maintaining our databases, scheduling appointments, updating and maintaining our resource center, and etc...
Skills: Willingness to work.

Event Planning : 8+ hours per Event
Details: We need volunteers that will spearhead or assist with various family and/or fundraising events throughout the year.
Skills: Willing workers.

Playgroup Assistant : 2+ hours per Month
Details: Playgroups are on Saturdays and generally run for one hour each. We usually have about six families with ten to twelve children ages 3 to 9. The entire family participates. These groups are a fun way to volunteer and to help children.
Prerequisites: All volunteers must come to ToyLend prior to the playgroup to complete paperwork, etc.
Skills: Love of play, and willingness to help children have fun!

Bob-the-Toy-Builder Person : 3+ hours per Month
Details: We are looking for someone that likes to take things apart, see what makes them work, and get them working again. We are also looking for someone who can take an idea, then design and build, and make it real.