MorningStar Mission depends on the volunteers who serve our guests, pack items for distribution, teach, counsel, work our thrift stores and more. We welcome individuals, families, and groups. Whatever your interest, talent, and time availability, we’ll help you get plugged in!
Fill up a tray with delicious food in our East Side Cafe and serve guests. Volunteer cooks are also always needed.
Help patrons at our Joliet or New Lenox Treasure Chest thrift stores find the items they need and help with intake of donated items.
Join us in cleaning up our communities. We organize events to enhance the appearance of where we live, learn, worship & play.
Each year, MorningStar provides complete holiday meals to local families for Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas — and we need your help to make it happen! Your donation of traditional cans of holiday vegetables and fruit, as well as a financial contribution, is what is most needed. Your time and money help make the holidays a special and memorable time for those we serve.
Back to School
Help kids start strong. Through Backpack Round Up, registered students receive a new backpack. If you would like to participate, please drop off a new backpack to the Mission at 350 E. Washington, Joliet.
Holiday Gift Shopping
