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hand2mind marks anniversary with donation driveOct 9, 2019 9:45 AM - To celebrate the 40th anniversary of its VersaTiles product, hand2mind has committed to match donations up to $100,000 on VersaTiles Classroom Kits on DonorsChoose.org.
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Museum of Science and Industry changing name after $125 million gift from Ken Griffin
Oct 3, 2019 12:22 PM - The Museum of Science and Industry will now be called the Kenneth C. Griffin Museum of Science and Industry following a donation of $125 million from the Chicago billionaire, the Chicago Sun-Times is reporting.
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Brunswick Public Foundation awards grants
Oct 2, 2019 9:34 AM - The nonprofit Brunswick Public Foundation announced it has awarded a total of nearly $200,000 in charitable grants to four organizations. -
Ecker Center names Sandouka as CEO
Jul 24, 2019 11:15 AM - Ecker Center for Mental Health announced Dr. Daphne Sandouka has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer, replacing Karen Beyer, who retired in June after serving for 19 years. -
Tyson Foods awards $50K grant to pantryJul 15, 2019 2:58 PM - People's Resource Center announced it has receved a $50,000 grant award from Tyson Foods for its food pantry services.
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Silver Cross Charity Golf Classic raises over $195,000
Jul 15, 2019 1:43 PM - The Silver Cross Foundation recently raised $195,195 at its 28th Annual Charity Golf Classic at Crystal Tree Country Club in Orland Park, with 180 golfers coming out to support Silver Cross Hospital. -
Schneider Electric, Griffin, Donovan receive Habitat Hero awards
Jun 18, 2019 11:35 AM - Chicagoland Habitat for Humanity honored Schneider Electric, Chris Griffin, CEO, USG Corporation, and Julie Donovan, executive director, Habitat for Humanity Lake County at its fourth Habitat Hero Award Dinner, recognizing decades of leadership and commitment in their roles working with Habitat in the Chicago area and beyond. Over 400 guests toasted the honorees at the Four Seasons Hotel Chicago and helped celebrate the homeowners and heroes that help Habitat for Humanity build strength, stability and self-reliance through shelter. WGN anchor Micah Materre was master of ceremonies for the event. -
Baxter Foundation commits $2 million to Operation Smile
Jun 4, 2019 9:36 AM - The Baxter International Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Baxter International Inc. is providing a $2.2 million grant to Operation Smile, one of the world's largest volunteer-based surgical nonprofit organizations, to deliver free surgical and multidisciplinary care to underserved communities in India. -
Three-day theater gala in Elgin to pay tribute to Dennis Taylor
May 21, 2019 11:39 AM - "A Taylor-Made Triple Feature," a three-day theater gala, will be presented at the Elgin Art Showcase over Memorial Day Weekend. This event will pay tribute to Elginite Dennis Taylor who served as a dancer, choreographer, costumer, makeup artist, set dresser and wig designer at dozens of suburban theaters for more than 50 years. -
Fox Valley Hands of Hope plans Garden Party fundraiser for June 10
May 15, 2019 9:31 AM - Fox Valley Hands of Hope's 21st annual Garden Party fundraising event -- featuring silent and live auctions, a bevy of showcase raffles, entertainment, and a full luncheon -- will be held Monday, June 10, at the Q Center, 1405 N. 5th Ave., St. Charles.
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