Looking for ways to give back in Peoria? Pathway offers meaningful volunteer opportunities and simple ways to help the homeless and those in need. Whether you’re an individual, a family, or part of a team, you can play a role in transforming lives right here in our community.
Here’s how you can get involved today:
1. Help Someone Find a Job
Finding steady work can be life-changing. Pathway provides work-readiness training and skill development to prepare individuals for employment. If you know of job openings in Peoria or if your workplace is hiring, you might be the connection someone needs to make a fresh start.
Contact:
📞 Steve Ivaska – Corporate Liaison, Pathway Works
📱 309-229-6889
📧 steve.ivaska@gmail.com
2. Volunteer in Peoria – Individually or as a Group
Looking for volunteer opportunities in Peoria IL? We welcome both individuals and groups to join us in serving meals in our kitchen, preparing sack lunches for those heading to work, or tackling hands-on projects at our facilities. Your time will directly impact neighbors who need a helping hand.
Contact:
📞 Destiny Strate – Volunteer Coordinator
📱 309-645-3512
📧 dstrate@pathwaypeoria.org
3. Host a Food or Clothing Drive
A food or clothing drive is an easy way to make a big difference in Peoria. Rally your school, church, sports team, or neighborhood to collect much-needed items. Our kitchen needs canned goods, peanut butter, and jelly. Our clothing rooms are often in need of jeans, coats, socks, and toiletries for residents in our shelters.
Contact:
📞 Destiny Strate – Volunteer Coordinator
📱 309-645-3512
📧 dstrate@pathwaypeoria.org
4. Provide Ongoing Financial Support
If you want to create a long-term impact, consider becoming a monthly or annual financial supporter. Even small, consistent gifts can help provide meals, shelter, training, and hope for people across Peoria. You can make a tax-deductible gift here.
For questions about charitable giving, please contact Larry Holt.
Contact:
📞 Larry Holt – Development Director
📱 309-657-9110
📧 lholt@pathwaypeoria.org
Your Hands Can Change Peoria
Pathway is built on community…and that means you! Whether you volunteer, donate items, connect someone with a job, or give financially, you’re helping create a stronger, healthier Peoria for everyone.
Start today, and be part of the change.
