<p>2026 CFB | Housing Action Corps | Programming</p> <p>The Volunteer Program Coordinator will serve with the Chicago Furniture Bank (CFB) in Chicago, IL, from September 2026-2027. CFB is part of Housing Action Corps, an AmeriCorps VISTA program managed by Housing Action Illinois since 2010. Housing Action Corps members receive custom training, support, and networking opportunities in housing and community development, in addition to the traditional benefits of AmeriCorps VISTA. Learn more: housingactionil.org/americorps. CFB serves individuals and families across the Chicagoland area transitioning from homelessness, fleeing domestic violence, or lacking essential household furnishings. CFB collaborates with over 550 social service agencies to identify and assist those most in need with handpicked furniture packages. As one of the largest furniture banks in the country, the CFB believes every person should be able to sleep on a bed, share a meal at a table, and do homework on a desk. The Volunteer Program Coordinator will develop outreach strategies, strengthen volunteer engagement, and build community partnerships to increase awareness of CFB services and volunteer participation. By expanding service capacity and mobilizing more supporters, CFB will furnish more homes, reduce material hardship, and promote housing stability across Chicagoland. The ideal candidate for this role is a highly motivated, adaptable, organized, proactive, and community-driven individual with an interest in housing stability or social services. This role is well-suited for someone detail-oriented and eager to analyze information, create training and onboarding materials, document best practices, and collaborate with staff to strengthen volunteer infrastructure. Strong written communication skills and data management experience are especially valuable. Experience in volunteer coordination, community outreach, or nonprofit program development is highly beneficial. This position offers a $1000 monthly housing stipend. Further help on this page can be found by clicking here.</p> <p>Member Duties : CFB estimates that at least 5,000 households (approximately 12,500 individuals) in the Chicagoland area live in furniture poverty annually, lacking essential household items necessary for daily living. CFB addresses this critical need by providing complete furniture packages, but many in need remain unaware of our services or how to support our mission. The Volunteer Engagement VISTA will develop our volunteer program infrastructure, expand community partnerships, and enhance outreach strategies to recruit more volunteers essential to our work. The VISTA will create volunteer training materials, role descriptions, and onboarding procedures to improve efficiency and engagement of CFB's volunteer program. They will design marketing materials and establish partnerships with organizations, schools, and corporations to increase volunteer participation. By the end of service, they will collect feedback and analyze data to ensure the long-term sustainability of our volunteer program.</p> <p>Program Benefits : Stipend , Health Coverage* , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Living Allowance , Childcare assistance if eligible , Training , Relocation Allowance .</p> <p>Terms :</p> <p>Car recommended , Permits working at another job during off hours , Permits attendance at school during off hours .</p> <p>Service Areas :</p> <p>Community and Economic Development , Housing , Community Outreach , Homelessness .</p> <p>Skills :</p> <p>Community Organization , Social Services , Communications .</p>