Contact Us
- Phone:
(309) 713-1700 - Email:
- Address:
401 Cimmeron Dr.
East Peoria, IL 61611
Service Times
- Sunday: 9:00am & 11:00am
- We are excited to be reaching out as the hands and feet of Jesus with around 850 spots available across 33 sites. -
NON FAMILY-FRIENDLY OPPORTUNITIES
CAMP BIG SKY (CAPACITY: 34)
What is it?
Camp Big Sky provides opportunities for children and adults with disabilities to access, discover, learn and enjoy the great outdoors free of charge.
What will I be doing?
- Painting
- Building a sensory wall
- Weather sealing docks, deck, and ramp
- Move firewood supply
- Mulching
What do I need to bring?
- General carpentry tools (circular saw, drills, jig saws, hammers, etc.)
- Chainsaw
- Rakes
- Wheelbarrows
- Shovels
- Something to drink
christian center (CAPACITY: 20)
What is it?
The Christian Center proclaims the life-changing message of Jesus Christ in a safe environment to people of all ages. They encourage spiritual growth and character development through quality athletic programs, recreation, and activities.
What will I be doing?
- Mulching
- Hanging banners
- Clean concession area
- Rebuild air conditioner enclosure
- Repaint garbage enclosure
What do I need to bring?
- Clothes that can get dirty
- Landscaping tools
- Something to drink
reclaimed resale (CAPACITY: 8)
What is it?
Reclaimed Resale is a consignment/thrift store located in Metamora, IL.
What will I be doing?
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Outside clean-up and window washing (4 men)
- Clothes sorting (4 women)
FAMILY-FRIENDLY OPPORTUNITIES
almost home kids (CAPACITY: 30)
What is it?
Almost Home Kids provides transitional care between hospital and home for children with complex medical situations. This organization educates families on how to properly care for their children, and they aid in coordinating the medical and social services that the families need.
What will I be doing?
- Spreading mulch
What do I need to bring?
- Wheelbarrows
- Shovels
- Gloves
- Rakes
- Something to drink
CAMP TIMBERPOINTE (CAPACITY: 75)
What is it?
Owned and operated by Easterseals Central Illinois, Timber Pointe Outdoor Center is the premier resource in the state of Illinois for providing specialized outdoor recreational, experiential and family programs for individuals with disabilities and illnesses in a fun, safe and accessible environment. https://www.timberpointeoutdoorcenter.com
What will I be doing?
- Preparing waterfront
- Light landscaping
- Property clean up
- Arts and crafts prep
What do I need to bring?
- Work gloves
- Safety glasses (if desired)
- Leaf rakes/steel garden rakes
- Wheelbarrow if available
- Pressure washer
- Something to drink
CHILDREN'S HOME // SCOTT'S PRAIRIE FARM—Age 12+ (CAPACITY: 30)
What is it?
The Children’s Home Association of Illinois provides community support services to at-risk youth, the people who love and care for them, and the people who no longer can.
Scott’s Prairie is a 70-acre farm that offers educational, recreational, and therapeutic experiences for the youth we serve.
What will I be doing?
- Gardening
- Outdoor clean up
- Planting
- Greenhouse assistance
What do I need to bring?
- Clothes that can get dirty
- Gloves
- Something to drink
SIGN UP FOR CHILDREN'S HOME // SCOTT'S PRAIRIE FARM
christian life academy (CAPACITY: 20)
What is it?
Christian Life Academy is a faith-based private school in the rural community of Hopedale, Illinois. Established in 2008, they currently minister to over 90 children through our PK-9th grade programs, including full-time, part- time, and before/after school programs. http://www.clacademy.org/
What will I be doing?
- Build shelving in storage room
- Deep cleaning hallway, foyer, and bleachers
- Landscaping
- Mop and paint 2 locker rooms
- Replace ceiling tiles
- Caulking
What do I need to bring?
- Clothes that can get dirty
- Gloves
- Landscaping tools
- Something to drink
SIGN UP FOR christian life academy
east peoria clean sweep (CAPACITY: 100)
What is it?
East Peoria Clean Sweep is where we spend the morning caring for our local neighborhoods, demonstrating good stewardship while enhancing the character of our community. https://www.cityofeastpeoria.com/330/East-Peorias-Clean-Sweep
What will I be doing?
You will be sprucing up the city of East Peoria by picking up trash and debris!
What do I need to bring?
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Please bring clothes you don't mind getting dirty, work gloves, and good walking shoes.
SIGN UP FOR east peoria clean sweep
FAMILY HOUSE PEORIA (CAPACITY: 15)
What is it?
Family House provides affordable, home-like accommodations for families of patients or individuals receiving health care services in the Peoria area. We offer compassionate service that leads to a comforting guest experience. Family House is a place to call home.
What will I be doing?
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Spring cleaning indoors
- Trash/debris pick-up outside
What do I need to bring?
- Rakes
- Gloves
- Tree limb trimming tools
- Something to drink
SIGN UP FOR FAMILY HOUSE PEORIA
fon du lac park // farm park (CAPACITY: 10)
What is it?
Fon Du Lac Park District has over 1,600 acres of parks, natural areas, riverfront, and trails to offer. Enjoy two golf courses, a picturesque marina and campground, a quaint farm park, and a variety of recreational programs and activities for all ages.
What will I be doing?
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Painting a pavilion
- Staining outhouses
What do I need to bring?
- Work gloves
- Something to drink
SIGN UP FOR Fon du lac park // farm park
GREAT OAKS (CAPACITY: 40)
What is it?
Great Oaks is a Christian camp and retreat center in central Illinois. They fully fund low-income youths to attend summer camp, and they also host groups throughout the year. Summit Point has attended Great Oaks for both Fuel Summer Camp and Ignite Summer Camp.
What will I be doing?
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Trail clearing
- Pond prep
- Tree/branch removal
What do I need to bring?
- Outdoor work gloves
- Brush/branch trimmers if you have them
- Chainsaws
- Steel garden rakes
- Shovels
- Wheelbarrows
- Something to drink
hooked on fishing (CAPACITY: 20)
What is it?
Hooked on Fishing is a unique non-profit organization that provides free fishing opportunities for youth, seniors, veterans, and special needs groups in our community.
What will I be doing?
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Prepping and painting a metal gate
- Hauling and burning old bait tables
- Power washing a vinyl fence
- Paint a wooden deck
- Stick pick up
- Clear pond side vegetation
What do I need to bring?
- Clothes that can get dirty
- Work gloves
- Something to drink
PEORIA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL // main campus (CAPACITY: 20)
What is it?
With over 620 students, engaging academics and multiple co-curricular activities, Peoria Christian School continues to produce academically skilled students, equipped with a biblical worldview, who will change the world. Our students enjoy challenging subjects, caring teachers, comfortable facilities and supportive Christian values. https://www.peoriachristian.org
What will I be doing?
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Landscape clean-up
- Mulching
What do I need to bring?
- Work gloves
- Rakes, shovels, wheelbarrows if possible
SIGN UP FOR PEORIA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL // main campus
PEORIA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL // MIDDLE SCHOOL (CAPACITY: 15)
What is it?
With over 620 students, engaging academics and multiple co-curricular activities, Peoria Christian School continues to produce academically skilled students, equipped with a biblical worldview, who will change the world. Our students enjoy challenging subjects, caring teachers, comfortable facilities and supportive Christian values. https://www.peoriachristian.org
What will I be doing?
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Landscape clean-up
- Mulching
What do I need to bring?
- Work gloves
- Rakes, shovels, wheelbarrows if possible
SIGN UP FOR PEORIA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL // MIDDLE SCHOOL
SOUTH SIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (CAPACITY: 20)
What is it?
South Side Christian Academy is a private Christian school on the south side of Peoria. They are passionate about bringing the hope of Jesus to their students through Gospel-centered education. Receiving all funding through donations, they are able to provide their students with free Christian education.
What will I be doing?
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Clean both school buses
- Mulching
- Clearing brush and small trees
- Yard work
What do I need to bring?
- Chainsaws (if possible)
- Steel rakes
- Scoop shovels
- Wheelbarrows (2)
SIGN UP FOR SOUTH SIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
SUMMIT POINT CHURCH (CAPACITY: 40)
What will I be doing?
- Indoor: Wiping down tables and chairs, cleaning Worship Center seats
- Outdoor: gathering debris, clean out dumpster enclosure
SIGN UP FOR SUMMIT POINT CHURCH
teen challenge (CAPACITY: 12)
What is it?
"Teen Challenge USA works on a Christ-centered model of drug and alcohol recovery. This means that we are concerned with the body, mind, and spirit of those who come to our addiction recovery centers. We endeavor to help people become mentally sound, emotionally balanced, socially adjusted, physically well, and spiritually alive." https://teenchallengeusa.org/about/
What will I be doing?
- Inside clean-up at new West Campus
What do I need to bring?
- Wear old clothes
WILDLIFE PRAIRIE PARK (CAPACITY: 100)
What is it?
Located just outside of Peoria, IL, this 1800-acre zoological park is home to 60 different species and over 150 animals that are or were all native to the area. https://wildlifeprairiepark.org
What will I be doing?
- Outdoor work
- Mulching
- Staining benches
- Window cleaning
- Painting
What do I need to bring?
- Gloves
- Water
- Rakes
- Weed eaters
- Leaf blowers
SIGN UP FOR WILDLIFE PRAIRE PARK