How long will we volunteer for? 

Volunteer events during the week will last from 9:00AM till 2:00PM.
Weekend events may vary in time.

How old do you have to be to volunteer?

Anyone 7 years old and older are welcome to volunteer.  If there are any concerns or questions about this please e-mail Jenna Hania at jhania@elimcs.org or call at 708-293-3630.

What should I wear?

The warehouse is heated and cooled appropriately for the seasons, however we encourage you to wear layered clothing so that you can adjust to the temperatures.  Please do not wear any revealing clothing.  Closed toe shoes are highly encouraged. 

What is the address?

HOPE Pack volunteer events take place at Elim Christian Services
13020 S. Central Ave.
Palos Heights, IL
60463

However, the entry to the HOPE Packs assembly building is located on Monitor Dr. (1 block west of Central Ave.)  Entry to this building is at the Bethshan Association campus entrance. 

What should I plan for lunch?

HOPE will not provide a lunch.  You are encouraged to bring a sack lunch or go to any one of the surrounding restaurants in the area.   
Surrounding restaurants:

• McDonalds *
• Pop’s *
• Baker’s Square
• Country House
• Subway *
• Portillo’s *
• Potbelly’s *
• Aurelio’s Pizza
• Pizza Hut
• Boston Market *
• Applebee’s
• Pizzeria Uno’s
• Lone Star Steakhouse
• And more!....