Articles filed under Charities and Fundraising
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What you don't see is key to Adler grounds initiative in LibertyvilleNov 23, 2020 4:30 am - In a serene wooded area north and east of the historic David Adler home in Libertyville, what you don't see is significant to those pursuing a grand vision for the forme...
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F.I.S.H. pantry marks 50th by donating bench in CarpentersvilleNov 23, 2020 12:00 am - F.I.S.H. Food Pantry in Carpentersville is celebrating its 50th anniversary as an all-volunteer organization this year by donating a bench to Carpenter Park. "It's (ben...
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Archdiocese of Chicago says it's raised $20 million for COVID-19 reliefNov 23, 2020 12:00 am - The Archdiocese of Chicago and Catholic Charities announced Monday they have jointly raised a historic $20 million for COVID-19 relief efforts in Cook and Lake counties....
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Itasca to host first drive-through Christmas tree lighting ceremonyNov 23, 2020 12:00 am - Itasca will host its first drive-through Christmas tree lighting ceremony on Friday, Dec. 4. Gift bags will be given to children and cookies prepackaged from Kean's Bake...
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Naperville Art League's 'Gallery of Gifts' holiday sale is openNov 22, 2020 10:00 pm - Naperville Art League invites the community to its annual "Gallery of Gifts" fine art and crafts sale at the Naperville Fine Art Center & Gallery, 508 N. Center St. in N...
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St. Charles Parks hosts Virtual Jigsaw Puzzle Challenge for all agesNov 22, 2020 10:00 pm - On Wednesday, Nov. 11, the St. Charles Park District partnered with the Daily Herald Media Group to host a Virtual Jigsaw Puzzle Challenge. The Daily Herald hosted a l...
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MCC art professor leads campaign to raise money for food bankNov 22, 2020 10:00 pm - McHenry County College photography instructor Justin Schmitz was one of 85 local artists who collectively raised more than $48,000 for the Greater Chicago Food Depositor...
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Arlington Heights Rotary Santa Run goes virtualNov 22, 2020 10:00 pm - The popular 5K Santa Run, sponsored by the Rotary Club of Arlington Heights, will be held virtually this year Dec. 5-20. "The Rotary Club of Arlington Heights decided t...
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Holiday cards highlighting Elgin to support local small businessesNov 22, 2020 10:00 pm - The Downtown Neighborhood Association of Elgin is offering custom holiday cards created by local artist Kerri Liu of The Gin. Liu creates art in an effort to spread joy,...
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Where you spend your money this year mattersNov 22, 2020 10:00 pm - It's no surprise that everyone has been shaken up by the Coronavirus this year but it has disproportionately affected people in poor countries. You can make a difference...