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Serve your community with your time and talents! The Naperville Park District relies on many different kinds of volunteers throughout the year to make its programs and events successful. If you are looking for an opportunity to get involved in the community, please consider volunteering with us. Volunteering with the Park District is a great way to meet and socialize with others, share your expertise, help fellow community members - and have fun!
Please access our Volunteer Handbook for complete information on our programs.
Naperville Park District Volunteer Handbook
How to Become a Volunteer
Prospective volunteers are required to fill out an online Volunteer Application and DCFS Authorization for Background Check.
If you are a volunteer coach, please contact your respective coordinator for additional information.
All other prospective volunteers, please follow the steps below:
- Complete the Application that applies to you by clicking the correct box below. The application will open in a new window of your internet browser. Follow the prompts and complete all required fields.
- An automated email will be sent to you with a link to initiate the required DCFS Authorization for Background Check process.
Student Application (17 and Under) Adult Application Group Application
Sign-Up for a Volunteer Opportunity!
Once you have completed the required steps above, email or call Becca,
rkrzyszkowski@napervilleparks.org or 630-848-3606, to sign-up for an opportunity below!
Individual & Small Group Volunteer Opportunities:
Kids' Night Out
When: Friday's from 5:30 - 9:00 pm
April 11 - May 16 - June 20
Who: Volunteers must be at least 14 years old.
What: Volunteers may be climbing through the tunnels, making crafts and playing games with participants. Volunteers will assist with checking in the children and clean up after the event.
Shred Event
When: Saturday, April 12 from 7:15 AM - 12:00 PM
What: Volunteers will be given instructions to help set-up event signs, cones, safely direct the flow of traffic, unload paper documents from vehicles, and assist with overall set-up. This event is outside-- rain or shine!
Who: Volunteers must be at least 15 years old. Individuals 14 years old and younger must be accompanied by a parent or guardian for the duration of the volunteer opportunity.
NeuroFlex Fitness Support
When: Mondays/Wednesdays/Fridays from 10:30 AM - 11:45 AM
Who: Volunteers must be 19 years or older with an interest in exercise science or healthcare.
What: Volunteers will assist participants with exercises for strengthening stability and movement.
Group Volunteer Opportunities (5+ individuals) :
Dates, times, and locations of group volunteer activities are flexible and will be decided between the group leader and Park District Staff.
Pulling Vines
When: Thursday, April 3, 2025 from 8:30 am - 10:30 am
Who: Volunteers must be at least 15 years old. Individuals 14 years old and younger must be accompanied by a parent or guardian for the duration of the volunteer opportunity.
What: With direction from park district staff, volunteers will assist with removal of invasive vines throughout the park. All tools and materials will be provided onsite.
Garlic Mustard Removal
When: Tuesday, April 15, 2025 from 8:30 am - 10:30 am
Who: Volunteers must be at least 15 years old. Individuals 14 years old and younger must be accompanied by a parent or guardian for the duration of the volunteer opportunity.
What: With direction from park district staff, volunteers will assist with removal of garlic mustard in specific areas of two parks. All tools and materials will be provided onsite.
Tree Planting
When: Thursday, May 1, 2025 from 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Who: Volunteers must be at least 15 years old. Individuals 14 years old and younger must be accompanied by a parent or guardian for the duration of the volunteer opportunity.
What: Trees, tools, and additional materials will be provided as volunteers plant trees alongside park district staff.
Mulching
When: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 from 8:30 am - 10:30 am
Who: Volunteers must be at least 15 years old. Individuals 14 years old and younger must be accompanied by a parent or guardian for the duration of the volunteer opportunity. Groups and individuals are welcome!
What: Volunteers will be mulching designated areas of the specified park such as tree rings, landscape beds, etc. Materials will be provided onsite, but volunteers are encouraged to bring gloves.
Park Clean-Up
When:
Sunday, April 6 at 8:00 AM
Monday, June 2 at 8:00 AM
Monday, June 30 at 8:00 AM
Saturday, July 5 at 8:00 AM
Monday, August 4 at 8:00 AM
Monday, August 11 at 8:00 AM
Tuesday, September 2 at 8:00 AM
Monday, September 22 at 8:00 AM
Monday, October 27 at 8:00 AM
What: Volunteers will be provided with the necessary materials including trash bags, sanitary gloves and litter pickers to assist with cleaning the park post-event. This opportunity will roughly be two hours. Location will be provided as the date approaches.
Adopt A Park, Adopt a Trail and Adopt a Field
Our adopt programs have been developed by the Naperville Park District to recruit and train residents and business community members who wish to assist in the general care and maintenance of parks and park amenities by selecting a specific location to adopt.
Fredenhagen Clocktower
Adopt A Park Handbook Adopt A Park Application Adopt A Park Waivers
Eagle Scout and Girl Scout Gold Award Project
Apply now!
The Naperville Park District will select ten prospective scouts to complete a project from an internal list of project opportunities created by Park District employees. These projects are designed to enhance planning, development, and leadership skills. Scouts should anticipate completing their project by December 31, 2025.
Scouts interested in proposing their own project idea may do so through the application below. However, scouts must understand the Park District has the right to decline any project application submitted and may need additional time to approve unique project ideas.
Individuals interested in completing their Eagle Scout or Girl Scout Gold Award project with the Naperville Park District must complete the online application by clicking the BROWN button below.
