Articles filed under Charities and Fundraising
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A Hall of Fame volunteer: Palatine honors Dwyer for his serviceJun 17, 2023 1:00 am - Palatine's village council this week honored what Mayor Jim Schwantz called a “hall of famer” in volunteerism. Dennis Dwyer was appointed to the plan commission on Nov. ...
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Jennifer Pritzker's TAWANI Foundation donates nearly $2M to education and research institutes during Pride MonthJun 15, 2023 11:00 pm - The TAWANI Foundation announces grants totaling $1,652,940 to support LGBTQIA+ education and research institutes across the country in observance of Pride Month. An addi...
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St. Charles Public Library Foundation to host 'Books & Brunch' fundraiserJun 15, 2023 11:00 pm - The St. Charles Public Library Foundation recently announced that internationally acclaimed author Scott Turow will be the guest speaker at this year's "Books & Brunch" ...
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Aurora food pantry opens outdoor cooking classes June 17Jun 15, 2023 11:00 pm - Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry in Aurora will open five outdoor cooking classes Saturday, June 17. Classes will be held in Marie's garden kitchen, a community garden nearby...
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Jay Allen from 'The Voice' to perform at July 15 benefit concert for Alzheimer's AssociationJun 15, 2023 11:00 pm - Jay Allen, who made headlines with his appearances on NBC's "The Voice," will appear in concert on Saturday, July 15 in Wheaton's Memorial Park. The concert will benefit...
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Palatine Kiwanis Club members receive prestigious awardJun 15, 2023 11:00 pm - At a recent meeting of the Palatine Kiwanis Club, John Peter Curielli and Cathy Curielli were honored with the prestigious Founders Circle Award by the Kiwanis Internati...
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Local Scouting volunteers to be honored at Three Fires Council recognition dinnerJun 15, 2023 11:00 pm - Three Fires Council, Boy Scouts of America will be hosting its annual Council Recognition Dinner on Tuesday, June 20, at Blackberry Farm in Aurora. This event celebrates...
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St. Charles Kiwanis offering grants to help local childrenJun 15, 2023 1:00 am - The St. Charles Kiwanis Club will be accepting grant applications for the 2024 fiscal year, which begins Oct. 1. The club awards grants to more than 30 area organization...
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Sign up for the Heroes Funtastic 5K at Geneva Commons July 8Jun 14, 2023 11:00 pm - Geneva Commons is debuting a Heroes Funtastic 5K walk/run on Saturday, July 8. All ages are invited to throw on their hero cape and take part in the 5K, presented by the...
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Imerman Angels, CLOZTALK get people talking with those who have been there, those who can helpJun 14, 2023 11:00 pm - Brothers Jonny and Jeff Imerman believe clothes can talk. In fact, they have seen it happen. When Jonny was 26 years old he was diagnosed with testicular cancer, and whi...