Palatine is looking for enthusiastic individuals and groups, of all ages, who are interested in serving the community with their time and talents.

Park District volunteers are vital to the success of many of our programs and events. Without your help it would be difficult to meet the needs of the community. Hours are flexible and whether you can help for many hours or only a handful, your contribution is important. We appreciate our volunteers and the time they give to the community.

If you have questions, please check out our Volunteer FAQ.

Why Get Involved

To make a difference in your community
To share your time and talents
To develop your skills and interests
To promote well-being
To stay active and involved
To meet new people
To have fun!

How to Get Started

Step 1. Complete and submit a General Volunteer Application (or Atheltics Volunteer Application) and Volunteer Waiver. Applications and waivers may be sent by email to Volunteer Coordinator Alissa DePue at adepue@palatineparks.org, via fax to 847.991.2127, or mailed to Palatine Park District, Attn: Alissa DePue, 250 E. Wood Street, Palatine.

General Volunteer Application

Athletics Volunteer Application

Volunteer Waiver

Step 2. Complete a Background Screening Application online. Click here for more information regarding this policy.

Volunteer SSCI Background Screening Application
For Employment applications, visit Job Opportunities to complete the correct application.

We’re using SignUp.com to help us organize our upcoming Volunteer Opportunities. Click the link button below to view the complete list of current opportunities or click the link listed for each event opportunity. Please remember that all volunteers must fill out an application and complete the Criminal Background Check prior to volunteering with the Park District.

Upcoming Opportunities

Goody Two Shoes

Wednesday, August 23
4:00pm – 6:00pm
Community Center
See details and volunteer @ SignUp.com

Feet Fest

Sunday, August 27
7:15am – 10:00am (timeframes vary within these times)
Towne Square
See details and volunteer @ SignUp.com

Street Fest – Park District Marketing Booth

Sunday, August 27
12:00 – 2:00pm
Towne Square (Park District Tent)
See details and volunteer @ SignUp.com

Oktoberfest – Park District Marketing Booth

Saturday, September 16
12:00 – 2:00pm
Towne Square (Park District booth)
See details and volunteer @ SignUp.com

Public Lands Day Clean Up

Saturday, September 30
9:00am – 11:00am
Margareth Riemer Reservoir
See details and volunteer @ SignUp.com

Goody Bags and Pizza

Thursday, October 12
4:00pm – 7:00pm
Community Center
See details and volunteer @ SignUp.com

Fall Festival

Saturday, October 14
10:30am – 4:30pm (various time frames available)
Palatine Stables
See details and volunteer @ SignUp.com

Goody Bags and Appetizers

Tuesday, October 24
4:00pm – 6:00pm
Community Center
See details and volunteer @ SignUp.com

Athletic Coaching

Volunteer coaches are needed for Little Celtic Soccer League and Lacrosse. Complete and submit a Youth Athletics Volunteer Application to Palatine Park District, 250 E. Wood Street.

Little Celtic Soccer League Coach

April-June
Falcon Park Turf

Must be available to commit for the entire season.

Lacrosse Coach

February-March
5:oo pm – 7:00 pm
Falcon Park Turf

Must be available to commit for the entire season.

Cutting Hall Events

Our volunteers add to the success of our performing arts events. You can help by assisting in distribution of promotional materials, ushering, or performing other front-of-house duties at Cutting Hall.

Environmental Care

Each year the Palatine Park District holds a Public Lands Day Event. Community members are invited to help clean up debris and to help remove invasive plants. The event is perfect for individuals, families, scout troops, community groups, business groups, service groups, school groups, ecology clubs, and those needing to complete school service hours. A date for 2017 has not yet been determined.