Kim Becker
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Caring in Action: Comfort for Critters knits together love of crafting, animalsFeb 18, 2021 5:00 am - A few years ago, Linda Kastiel Kozlowski of Glen Ellyn was at the DuPage County Animal Shelter to adopt a kitten. She was thrilled to pick out her new pet, but something...
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Raising hope: Annual Cal's Angels gala helps families of pediatric cancer patientsFeb 09, 2021 5:00 am - In June 2005, Cal Sutter of South Elgin was a 12-year-old Little League All-Star. Then life changed when he was diagnosed with Acute Myelogenous Leukemia. Cal lost his b...
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How Camp Out From Cancer care packages give kids a break from dealing with diseaseNov 20, 2020 5:00 am - In June 2011, Isaac Parris was just finishing up kindergarten and looking forward to a summer of fun. But then the headaches started. Isaac's mom, April Schippers, said ...
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Fundraiser brings artists together with those touched by cancerNov 10, 2020 5:00 am - Cancer can touch off a deep mix of emotions - fear, despair, love, hope. Art can set off those same feelings just by looking at color, forms, content. Put the two toget...
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One step at a time: Virtual Moving Day Chicago fundraiser benefits the Parkinson's FoundationOct 21, 2020 6:00 am - It's time to get moving! Not just to get out and enjoy the great fall weather or to escape the doldrums of your house. But because you are able to easily walk or run wit...
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Lemons of Love virtual golf outing helps Mount Prospect group deliver chemo kits to cancer patientsOct 15, 2020 11:00 pm - When you receive a cancer diagnosis, sometimes the smallest gesture by a friend or family member can have the biggest impact. Just ask Jill Swanson Peltier of Mount Pros...
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Grayslake man raises puppies to help sight-impaired people have more freedomOct 06, 2020 6:00 am - Lucy and her pups are working to change the world for the visually impaired, one person at a time. But before they can do that, they need to learn basic commands like si...
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Why We Walk: Virtual CROP walk aims to help less fortunate both locally and globallySep 28, 2020 6:00 am - There are few fundraisers that take their funds and help not only local organizations, but also extend a helping hand to the world as a whole. The annual Barrington Area...
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Why we walk: Clearbrook's services essential to those with disabilities, their familiesSep 24, 2020 6:00 am - As a result of the pandemic, Clearbrook's second annual Step It Up for Clearbrook 5K Run/1 Mile Walk will take place virtually Sept. 26. Lace up your shoes and join the...
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West Suburban Humane Society's Barkapalooza features online activities this yearSep 15, 2020 6:00 am - West Suburban Humane Society's Barkapalooza features online activities this year