Volunteer with Bags and Mats (Volunteering Untapped Chicago)

​25 volunteers will be turning plastic bags into pillows and mats for the unhoused. During the event, groups will be cutting, weaving, crocheting, and winding the bags.

• ​Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026

• ​Time: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

• ​Location: Chicago Bee Library (3647 S State St, Chicago, IL 60609)

• ​Afterparty: Turtles Bar and Grill. (238 W 33rd St, Chicago, IL 60616). 20 minutes walk from event.

​Transit

• ​Parking: Street parking and various lots

• ​Transit: Sox-35th Red Line station, #29 State bus

​Have extra plastic bags at home? Feel free to bring them along. They’ll be put to good use!

​More about Bags and Mats

​B.A.M. (Bags and Mats for Those in Need) provides loomed/crocheted sleeping mats and pillows handcrafted using recycled plastic bags. The group also fills backpacks with personal hygiene products and accessories like hats, gloves, scarves, and socks donated by generous supporters.

Their mission is to provide warmth and comfort to those in need.