The goals of the IDOC Volunteer Program are to: 

• Enhance and expand services for residents
• Partner in the management and assistance of resident reentry efforts
• Recruit and retain volunteers
• Encourage and model positive, pro-social behavior and values
• Foster a culture that embodies quality volunteer services integrated into IDOC strategic goals, objectives, and priorities

The IDOC's Volunteer Program is a key component in accomplishing our mission to create a correctional system that provides opportunities that reflect community experiences and foster connections. There are a wide variety of opportunities for volunteer service including, but not limited to, teaching a religious or secular class, leading a religious service, facilitating a self-help program, providing tutoring or other education assistance, supplementing vocational training opportunities, or donating much needed items. 

We encourage volunteers (individuals and organizations) to provide services, classes, or activities that will directly benefit the population and assist them in preparing for their return to society. If you have an idea or would like to propose an activity, we would love to hear about it. This Proposal Form will help us determine if your idea is something we can accommodate in our facilities. Please fill it out as completely as possible and provide us with as much information as you can. 

Areas where volunteers can be pivotal to providing enhanced and supplemental services to residents:

Visit New Volunteer Requirements to learn more about becoming a volunteer.

IDOC Volunteer Portal 

 IDOC staff for all volunteer services and activities in prison facilities: