Welcome to Fox Valley Shares
Fox Valley Shares is a community-based time bank and mutual aid network where neighbors help neighbors by sharing skills, time, resources, and support.
Every person's time is valued equally. Members earn time credits by helping others and can use those credits when they need assistance themselves.
At the heart of Fox Valley Shares is a simple belief:
Everyone has something to offer, and everyone needs help sometimes.
Whether you're sharing a skill, lending a hand, offering encouragement, or asking for support, you're helping build a stronger, more connected community.
We're glad you're here.
Getting Started
New to Fox Valley Shares?
- Complete your profile.
- Add at least one Offer and one Request.
- Browse Offers and Requests from other members.
- Reach out and make your first connection.
- Track your exchanges and time credits.
Ideas for Offers
- Transportation
- Gardening help
- Technology assistance
- Writing and editing
- Pet care
- Childcare support
- Friendly visits
- Skill sharing
Ideas for Requests
- Yard work
- Home organization
- Gardening advice
- Computer help
- Transportation
- Companionship
- Learning a new skill
Community Guidelines
- Treat all members with kindness, respect, and dignity.
- Communicate clearly and honestly.
- Honor your commitments or let others know if plans change.
- Practice reciprocity — everyone has something to offer and everyone needs help sometimes.
- Respect personal boundaries and prioritize safety.
- Be patient, welcoming, and supportive of others.
- Ask for help when you need it.
- Have fun, build relationships, and strengthen our community.
Members are responsible for making their own decisions about exchanges and should use good judgment when meeting or working with others.
Fox Valley Shares is currently in a pilot phase. Thank you for helping us learn, improve, and grow this community together.