Helping Children is a not-for-profit, volunteer-based organization which focuses on teaching children to mitigate, cope, survive, and escape abusive situations through non-violent means and break free of the cycle of violence. 

Established in 2001, receiving 501(c)(3) status from the Federal government in 2004 and establishing our first Chicago office in late 2005, our grass roots have their best opportunity to grow.  If you are a person of vision and want to help grow and guide a fledgling organization into a full-fledged one, then this opportunity is right for you. 

Helping Children Day Volunteer:

We are seeking volunteers IMMEDIATELY to help raise awareness about the organization and collect donations during our Tag Days Fundraising Event.  Must be at least 16 years of age, outgoing, motivated, and energetic.  Perfect volunteer opportunity for GROUPS! [Get PDF Flier]

As a 100% publicly supported charity organization, we must achieve our funding directly from the public by November 1st. Volunteers will present canisters and distribute stickers to pedestrians and motorists waiting at various locations throughout the city during this fundraising event.

If you are interested in volunteering, contact John Tebbens.

Volunteer Coordinator Internship:

We are seeking a Volunteer Coordinator Intern IMMEDIATELY to procure, coordinate, and schedule volunteers for our organization.  Must be outgoing, motivated, energetic, a self-starter with great vision and a good heart. 

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Securing volunteers for Tag Day fundraising efforts through October
• Growing the organization’s volunteer base
• Developing training materials for volunteers
• Writing and posting job postings for future interns/volunteers
• Networking within the academic, psychology, arts, and theater communities

This is a part-time, unpaid position.  College credit and/or service hours are available.  If interested, submit resume and cover letter to John Tebbens.

Web Site Design Internship:

We are seeking an intern to redesign and organize our current Web site and sister sites.  Must be detail oriented and have Web design and copywriting experience.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Designing an interactive, animation-based Flash site for children.
• Writing Web copy and/or editing existing copy.
• Learning and implementing the latest in Graphic design Software.
• Increase the usability and functionality of the website for children and adults alike.

Non-profit Administrator Internship:

We are seeking an intern to assist in the administration of our Not-for-Profit organization.  Must be detail oriented, well organized and have a passionate interest in making a difference in the not-for-profit sector.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Developing an improved framework and flow for the organization.
• Organizing, prioritizing, fulfilling and implementing Program based needs. 
• Administration, preparing government filings, and maintaining public records.
• Organizing, preparing and presentation of books and annual reports.

This is a part-time, unpaid position.  College credit and/or service hours are available.  If interested, submit resume and cover letter to John Tebbens.

Research Internship:

We are seeking an intern to research accurate information for the organization.  Must be detail oriented, well organized and have research/library science experience.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Compiling and organizing relevant facts on the effects of child abuse.
• Researching grant and income sources with the aide of Grant Station research tools.
• Writing copy and/or editing existing copy for publications and proposals.
• Researching data for children’s storybook concepts.

This is a part-time, unpaid position.  College credit and/or service hours are available.  If interested, submit a resume and cover letter to John Tebbens.