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AbbVie donates $100 million to Puerto Rico
May 22, 2018 3:08 PM - AbbVie, a research-based global biopharmaceutical company, said it donated $100 million to two organizations, Direct Relief and Habitat for Humanity International, to strengthen access to health care and housing in Puerto Rico. -
A look at Hilti North America
May 15, 2018 9:28 AM - An interview with Jason Janning, general manager and executive vice president, central market organization for Hilti North America. -
Northern Illinois Food Bank opens fourth distribution center
May 7, 2018 5:00 AM - Northern Illinois Food Bank opened a new South Suburban Center, located on South Larkin Avenue in Joliet. -
United Way of Metro Chicago CEO to step down
Mar 26, 2018 1:02 PM - United Way of Metro Chicago President and CEO Wendy DuBoe announced her plan to step down after 15 years with the organization, six as President and CEO. -
Red Kettle week effort grows in Oakbrook Terrace
Feb 12, 2018 8:00 AM - What started out as four hotels in Oakbrook Terrace wanting to help the Salvation Army, has grown into a community effort that saw record donations this past holiday season. -
NuMark donates house to help veterans
Dec 20, 2017 10:13 AM - NuMark Credit Union in Joliet recently donated a home located in Marseilles to a couple of veterans, who plan to renovate the structure for a fellow veteran. -
WINGS earns innovation award
Nov 15, 2017 10:01 AM - WINGS, a non-profit organization serving individuals and families impacted by domestic violence, has been recognized with a 2017 Chicago Innovation Award. -
Helping children grow, one garden at a time
Nov 13, 2017 1:00 AM - A mother of four in Indonesia has improved her family's life because she learned how to grow vegetables and raise poultry and catfish in her yard. A young girl in Mexico proudly shows off fresh fruits and vegetables in her lunch box. -
South Suburban Family Shelter gets $20K from Mary Kay FoundationNov 13, 2017 6:52 AM - The Mary Kay Foundation recently awarded South Suburban Family Shelter a $20,000 grant to further the organization's efforts to combat domestic violence and provide rehabilitation services throughout the south suburban and Chicago metro region.
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Going from 'goods' to great with year-end giving
Nov 30, 2017 3:54 PM - We're approaching the time of year when many of us, moved by the holiday spirit, look to give back to our communities and the causes that are close to our hearts. Not everyone can make a big gift -- but with a little extra thought and effort, everyone can make a gift that will have a big impact.
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