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Baseball fans unite to fight hunger in Northern Illinois Food Bank’s Step Up to the Plate Challenge

Submitted by Northern Illinois Food Bank
May 15, 2026 8:08 pm - The Northern Illinois Food Bank launches "Step Up to the Plate Challenge," a fundraising competition between Northside and Southside baseball fans running through May 17 during the Crosstown Classic series. Each dollar donated provides $8 worth of groceries for local families facing hunger across 13 counties.
Northern Illinois Food Bank raises $300,000 at 13th annual Fight Hunger Run

By Katie Heraty, Northern Illinois Food Bank
May 13, 2026 5:41 pm - Over 1,600 participants and 100 volunteers gathered at Cantigny Park for Northern Illinois Food Bank's 13th annual Fight Hunger event. Last year, the nonprofit provided 93 million meals. They expect to serve 35,000 additional neighbors in May and June due to SNAP requirement changes.
Elgin Police Department honored with Marklund Community Partner Award

By Dawn Lassiter-Brueske, Marklund
May 07, 2026 1:32 pm - The Elgin Police Department received a Community Partner Award from Marklund, a nonprofit serving people with developmental disabilities, for their volunteer work including holiday giving and classroom visits.
Batavia Boardwalk Shops return for opening weekend on May 8

By Kristen Desler, Batavia MainStreet
May 06, 2026 11:26 am - On Friday, May 8, the seventh season of the Batavia Boardwalk Shops officially begins. Every year, 10 small businesses come together to create one vibrant, walkable destination in the heart of downtown Batavia.
Kane County Coroner urges motorcycle safety during Awareness Month

Submitted by Kane County Coroner’s Office
May 04, 2026 12:08 pm - Kane County Coroner Monica Silva warns drivers and motorcyclists about safety risks during Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month in May, noting that while motorcycles account for only 1.1% of crashes in Illinois, they represent 13.5% of all traffic fatalities according to 2023 IDOT statistics.
Free yard signs available to promote 988 Suicide Crisis Lifeline in Kane County

Submitted by Kane County Health Department
May 01, 2026 11:44 am - The Kane County Health Department launches awareness campaign for 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by distributing free yard signs from May through September, following research showing 11% decline in youth suicide deaths since the hotline's launch.
World-renowed organist bringing Bach, gospel to historic Elgin church May 8

By David Lincoln, Fox Valley Chapter of the American Guild of Organists
Apr 29, 2026 4:32 pm - On Friday, May 8, internationally acclaimed organist Alcée Chriss III will perform at First Congregational Church in Elgin. The concert will feature works by Bach, Rameau, Price, Reger, and his own gospel hymn improvisations.
Loaves & Fishes joins in 34th annual Stamp Out Hunger food drive

By Joni Wiltz, Loaves & Fishes Community Services
Apr 29, 2026 3:47 pm - The 34th annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive takes place Saturday, May 9, with postal carriers collecting nonperishable food donations left by mailboxes before 11 a.m. for Loaves & Fishes Community Services.
AgeGuide to host Advocacy Breakfast Collaboratives to elevate voices for older adults and caregivers

Submitted by AgeGuide Northeastern Illinois
Apr 24, 2026 8:15 pm - AgeGuide is hosting Advocacy Breakfast Collaboratives in April and May 2026 to bring together elected officials, aging service providers, and community members to discuss pressing issues facing older adults in Illinois.
Kane County expands access to life-saving Naloxone with community dispensing boxes

Submitted by Kane County Health Department
Apr 24, 2026 7:57 pm - The Kane County Health Department has installed naloxone dispensing boxes at over 20 locations throughout the county, including libraries, hospitals, treatment centers, and transportation hubs in Aurora, Elgin, St. Charles, and Sugar Grove.

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