Voluntary Action Center

We are here to support the needs of the members of our community through our nutrition and transportation programs. Voluntary Action Center operates our programs in DeKalb, Kendall, LaSalle, Bureau, and Putnam Counties, IL.

Fundraising and friend-raising events

Sustainability Campaign

A Day to Unleash the Power of Radical Generosity

DeKalb County Membership Campaign


Thank you for your support over the last 50 years in Northern Illinois and 20 years in LaSalle, Bureau & Putnam Counties!

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Join Our Team as a Meals on Wheels Program Assistant!

Looking to make a real impact in your community?
Voluntary Action Center is hiring a part-time Meals on Wheels Program Assistant in Sandwich, IL! Help us deliver nutritious meals and compassion, social connection, and support to seniors in need. You'll coordinate deliveries, assist volunteers, and work closely with our dedicated team. 

This role is ideal for someone who is organized, compassionate, and team-oriented. Apply today and experience the rewarding feeling of making a positive impact in your community! 

You can learn more and apply here.-->
https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=82004&clientkey=2E5EDB790F0CB6BED9E41A5961081997

Join Our Team as a Meals on Wheels Program Assistant!

Looking to make a real impact in your community?
Voluntary Action Center is hiring a part-time Meals on Wheels Program Assistant in Sandwich, IL! Help us deliver nutritious meals and compassion, social connection, and support to seniors in need. You`ll coordinate deliveries, assist volunteers, and work closely with our dedicated team.

This role is ideal for someone who is organized, compassionate, and team-oriented. Apply today and experience the rewarding feeling of making a positive impact in your community!

You can learn more and apply here.–>
https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=82004&clientkey=2E5EDB790F0CB6BED9E41A5961081997

Don’t forget! It’s time to "fall back".

Set your clocks back one hour tonight before bed and enjoy an extra hour of rest! 

#FallBack #DaylightSavings #ExtraHour #CozySeason

Don’t forget! It’s time to "fall back".

Set your clocks back one hour tonight before bed and enjoy an extra hour of rest!

#FallBack #DaylightSavings #ExtraHour #CozySeason

It is fall, which means NOW is the time to get your flu and COVID-19 vaccines. Everyone 6 months and older is recommended to get the 2024-2025 flu and COVID-19 vaccines. These vaccines offer the best protection against serious complications from these respiratory viruses. The vaccines can be received at the same visit. 

Find a vaccine provider near you at: vaccines.gov
 
Getting the flu and COVID-19 vaccine NOW, before the end of October, helps to make sure you are protected in time to visit extended family and friends for the holidays (protecting you and them) and before cases start to rise in our community.

 #vaccines #VaccinesWork #VaccineSafety #VaccinesSaveLives

It is fall, which means NOW is the time to get your flu and COVID-19 vaccines. Everyone 6 months and older is recommended to get the 2024-2025 flu and COVID-19 vaccines. These vaccines offer the best protection against serious complications from these respiratory viruses. The vaccines can be received at the same visit.

Find a vaccine provider near you at: vaccines.gov

Getting the flu and COVID-19 vaccine NOW, before the end of October, helps to make sure you are protected in time to visit extended family and friends for the holidays (protecting you and them) and before cases start to rise in our community.

#vaccines #VaccinesWork #VaccineSafety #VaccinesSaveLives

Thank you to Steve Brewer for his generous $3,000 memorial donation to VAC in honor of his late wife, Eileen. Eileen, who lost her sight at a young age due to diabetes, was a long-time user of our transportation services. Before her passing, she asked for this memorial to be given to VAC, and we are deeply honored by her request. This contribution will go a long way in supporting our programs, helping more individuals like Eileen access the care they need.

#InMemoryOfEileen #CommunitySupport #VAC #Gratitude #GivingBack

Thank you to Steve Brewer for his generous $3,000 memorial donation to VAC in honor of his late wife, Eileen. Eileen, who lost her sight at a young age due to diabetes, was a long-time user of our transportation services. Before her passing, she asked for this memorial to be given to VAC, and we are deeply honored by her request. This contribution will go a long way in supporting our programs, helping more individuals like Eileen access the care they need.

#InMemoryOfEileen #CommunitySupport #VAC #Gratitude #GivingBack

We are excited to announce the completion of our Meals on Wheels kitchen remodel, and we couldn't have done it without Steve Irving's incredibly generous support!

Thanks to his donation, we now have a state-of-the-art dishwasher and dishwashing area. This upgrade means improved efficiency and the ability to serve even more people in our community.

Steve, your generosity is making a lasting impact on the lives of so many. We are beyond grateful!

#CommunityStrong #MealsOnWheels #Gratitude #ThankYou

We are excited to announce the completion of our Meals on Wheels kitchen remodel, and we couldn`t have done it without Steve Irving`s incredibly generous support!

Thanks to his donation, we now have a state-of-the-art dishwasher and dishwashing area. This upgrade means improved efficiency and the ability to serve even more people in our community.

Steve, your generosity is making a lasting impact on the lives of so many. We are beyond grateful!

#CommunityStrong #MealsOnWheels #Gratitude #ThankYou

We're excited to share the fantastic news about the collaboration @hyvee, @the_suter_company, @kunesautogroup, and VAC for our 2024 Emergency Meal Kits! This collaboration ensures our seniors and homebound neighbors are prepared and empowered to face emergencies.

Thanks to these incredible partners, we coordinated efforts to get the meal kit products to our garage. This is what community looks like — coming together to make a real difference!

#suterserves #HyVeeHelps #kunescares #mealsonwheels #communitystrong #emergencypreparedness #bettertogether

We`re excited to share the fantastic news about the collaboration @hyvee, @the_suter_company, @kunesautogroup, and VAC for our 2024 Emergency Meal Kits! This collaboration ensures our seniors and homebound neighbors are prepared and empowered to face emergencies.

Thanks to these incredible partners, we coordinated efforts to get the meal kit products to our garage. This is what community looks like — coming together to make a real difference!

#suterserves #HyVeeHelps #kunescares #mealsonwheels #communitystrong #emergencypreparedness #bettertogether

Join us TONIGHT from 4-7 pm for Steak Night for a Cause at the Sycamore Hy-Vee!

For every delicious meal purchased, $2 will be donated to support Meals on Wheels. Don’t miss out on a great meal that makes a difference!

#vacofni #mealsonwheels #steaknight #foracause

Join us TONIGHT from 4-7 pm for Steak Night for a Cause at the Sycamore Hy-Vee!

For every delicious meal purchased, $2 will be donated to support Meals on Wheels. Don’t miss out on a great meal that makes a difference!

#vacofni #mealsonwheels #steaknight #foracause

This year, we gathered at our many locations and celebrated all of our staff!

Today, we take a moment to celebrate the incredible team members marking work anniversaries with us! Their hard work, passion, and commitment to our mission have impacted our organization and are integral to our community.

Join us in congratulating our outstanding team members on their work anniversaries!

#WorkAnniversary #TeamMilestones #Grateful #Teamwork #CommunityImpact

This year, we gathered at our many locations and celebrated all of our staff!

Today, we take a moment to celebrate the incredible team members marking work anniversaries with us! Their hard work, passion, and commitment to our mission have impacted our organization and are integral to our community.

Join us in congratulating our outstanding team members on their work anniversaries!

#WorkAnniversary #TeamMilestones #Grateful #Teamwork #CommunityImpact

As the days grow cooler, we feel our incredible volunteers' warmth! 

Their dedication makes all the difference, ensuring our Meals on Wheels recipients enjoy hot meals and heartfelt connections daily.

But did you know there are even more ways to get involved? Whether creating beautiful flower bouquets to brighten someone's day, preparing supplies for emergency meal kits, or helping in other meaningful ways, there's a volunteer opportunity for everyone.

Thank you for keeping our community warm in every way this autumn! 

#vacofni #mealsonwheels #ThankfulForVolunteers #MealsOnWheels #autumngratitude

As the days grow cooler, we feel our incredible volunteers` warmth!

Their dedication makes all the difference, ensuring our Meals on Wheels recipients enjoy hot meals and heartfelt connections daily.

But did you know there are even more ways to get involved? Whether creating beautiful flower bouquets to brighten someone`s day, preparing supplies for emergency meal kits, or helping in other meaningful ways, there`s a volunteer opportunity for everyone.

Thank you for keeping our community warm in every way this autumn!

#vacofni #mealsonwheels #ThankfulForVolunteers #MealsOnWheels #autumngratitude

Thank you, Sycamore Elks Lodge #1392 for your generous donation to our Meals on Wheels program! When donations like yours come in, we're reminded that so many groups and individuals think of us all the time!

#vacofni #mealsonwheels #communitysupport #elkslodge #thankful

Thank you, Sycamore Elks Lodge #1392 for your generous donation to our Meals on Wheels program! When donations like yours come in, we`re reminded that so many groups and individuals think of us all the time!

#vacofni #mealsonwheels #communitysupport #elkslodge #thankful

Thank you, Daisy Girl Scout Troop #2162, for your heartwarming gesture that brought a ray of sunshine to the residents of Grand Victorian of Sycamore on a cloudy day. Your thoughtfulness and kindness were truly felt and appreciated. 

On the drizzly afternoon of Tuesday, September 24th, these thoughtful, kind, generous girls met with Sweet Life volunteer Ms. Lynette to create sunny FLOWER POWER bouquets at our Meals On Wheels Flower Garden. 

Once their cheerful zinnias were ready to go, they boarded a TransVAC Bus, and our driver, Mr. Terry, made the Wheels On The Bus Go Round and Round.  He drove us safely through the town so we could personally deliver flowers to the good people enjoying their dinner in the Grand Victorian dining hall. 

Everyone shared smiles and cheerful greetings, and more songs were sung before Mr. Terry returned us to the garden. 

Thank you, Ms. Lynette for teaching us how to make beautiful bouquets,  @sweetlifegardengroup for coordinating efforts, VAC staff for taking us all the way, and to the staff of Grand Victorian of Sycamore for welcoming us.

#sweetlifegardengroup #growtogive #flowerpower #flowersmakepeoplehappy #vacofni #mealsonwheels #TransVAC

Thank you, Daisy Girl Scout Troop #2162, for your heartwarming gesture that brought a ray of sunshine to the residents of Grand Victorian of Sycamore on a cloudy day. Your thoughtfulness and kindness were truly felt and appreciated.

On the drizzly afternoon of Tuesday, September 24th, these thoughtful, kind, generous girls met with Sweet Life volunteer Ms. Lynette to create sunny FLOWER POWER bouquets at our Meals On Wheels Flower Garden.

Once their cheerful zinnias were ready to go, they boarded a TransVAC Bus, and our driver, Mr. Terry, made the Wheels On The Bus Go Round and Round. He drove us safely through the town so we could personally deliver flowers to the good people enjoying their dinner in the Grand Victorian dining hall.

Everyone shared smiles and cheerful greetings, and more songs were sung before Mr. Terry returned us to the garden.

Thank you, Ms. Lynette for teaching us how to make beautiful bouquets, @sweetlifegardengroup for coordinating efforts, VAC staff for taking us all the way, and to the staff of Grand Victorian of Sycamore for welcoming us.

#sweetlifegardengroup #growtogive #flowerpower #flowersmakepeoplehappy #vacofni #mealsonwheels #TransVAC

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