Friends of the Chicago River
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Volunteer

Whether you’re looking to get your hands dirty or help plan special events, Friends has a way for you to help! Become a volunteer with Friends and become a Chicago River Eco-Warrior. As a Chicago River Eco-Warrior you’ll join the countless number of people who have volunteered to restore and preserve the Chicago River.

Find out more about our volunteer opportunities and the Chicago River Eco-Warriors here.

Get your business involved

These days, more and more companies are looking for ways to give back to the local community - and Friends of the Chicago River is the perfect place to do that. Friends offers multiple ways your business can get involved. From joining hundreds of prominent civic and business leaders at our Big Fish Ball to getting your employees engaged and dirty with a Corporate Volunteer Day.

Find out more about our business opportunities here.

Become a Member

Join now. Because of donations from people like you, Friends can take a stand and take action that protects the river for the wildlife (and people!) who call it home. Thank you, and enjoy the river!

As a community-based organization, it is important for Friends of the Chicago River to have a large group of members who support our efforts. Beyond your financial contribution, membership shows that you support our work to improve the Chicago River for humans, plants, and animals. Learn about membership and planned giving through Friends’ endowment fund here.

Join our staff

Job opportunities
Friends is currently looking for a Director of Education and Outreach.

Internships
Friends is committed to training future conservation professionals by providing college interns real-world experience in a supportive environment. Please check back for internship opportunities.