Articles filed under Charities and Fundraising
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Honoring forgotten heroes: Eagle Scout project replaces broken Civil War headstones at Bluff City CemeteryJun 02, 2025 10:10 pm - A local Eagle Scout restored broken headstones of three Civil War soldiers just in time for Memorial Day, including one for a 15-year-old soldier who died just three days after his unit was mustered out of service in September 1865.
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Naperville North freshman receives inaugural U4Uganda Ambassador ScholarshipJun 02, 2025 9:52 pm - U4Uganda nonprofit awards inaugural Ambassador Scholarship to Naperville freshman Connor Potterton for his dedication to funding Ugandan schools and students over the years.
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AbbVie partners with Chicago Cubs on ‘Striking Out Cancer’Jun 02, 2025 8:57 pm - AbbVie partners with the Chicago Cubs on a "Striking Out Cancer" campaign, donating $233 for every strikeout this season to support cancer advocacy. The money raised will go to organizations like Conquer Cancer.
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Wheaton Garden Club awards scholarships, donations for 100th anniversaryJun 02, 2025 8:00 pm - Wheaton Garden Club celebrates 100 years by donating to local groups and awarding three students scholarships to study biology and sustainable design.
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Kids Above All’s eighth annual Stand Up For Kids Comedy Night takes the stageJun 02, 2025 5:26 pm - Kids Above All hosts annual Stand Up For Kids comedy event on June 5, featuring Patti Vasquez, Chris Barnes, Kimberly Marion, and Paul Farahvar. Proceeds benefit programs for Chicago-area children and families.
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Northern Illinois Food Bank’s 13th annual A Taste That Matters raises over $430,000 for hunger reliefMay 30, 2025 11:48 pm - Northern Illinois Food Bank's annual fundraiser raised over $430,000, which translates to $3.4 million worth of groceries. The event, presented by Jewel-Osco, was attended by over 600 guests and featured an extensive silent auction, open bar, and food tastings from local chefs and vendors.
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Tom and Tim Belgio receive Marmion Academy's Distinguished Service AwardMay 30, 2025 11:29 pm - Marmion Academy recently honored Tom and Tim Belgio of Belgio's Catering with the Father Alcuin Deck Distinguished Service Award for their outstanding contribution and faithful service to the Academy over the past 20 years.
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Donations needed for West Suburban Community Pantry’s summer meals program as family visits rise 20%May 30, 2025 2:27 pm - With food costs rising and support programs facing cuts, West Suburban Community Pantry is starting its summer appeal to serve increasing numbers of families relying on its services.
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DuPage Women’s Club awards scholarships to four Wheaton High seniorsMay 30, 2025 12:00 pm - Four Wheaton High School women received scholarships from the DuPage Women's Club in May for achievements in academics and extracurriculars as they pursue college degrees.
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Nonprofit partners with fire departments to provide specialized smoke alarms for deaf childrenMay 29, 2025 11:43 pm - Specialized smoke alarm devices are being distributed to families with young deaf or hard of hearing children through a collaborative effort between nonprofit organizations, fire departments, and a school for deaf children.