Articles filed under Charities and Fundraising
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United Way to distribute 500 holiday meal boxes Wednesday in ElginDec 09, 2024 1:30 pm - The United Way of Metro Chicago and local partners will distribute 500 holiday meal boxes to individuals and families dealing with food insecurity during a drive-through event at Elgin Community College on Wednesday, Dec. 11.
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Bells are ringing once again at Kane County grocery stores, which means the season of giving has begunDec 09, 2024 1:29 pm - Bells have started ringing outside local grocery stores in Kane County, a jolly reminder to hopefully incite generosity until Christmas Eve.
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ECC celebrates four students at 37th annual Techsgiving LuncheonDec 09, 2024 11:48 am - Three Elgin Community College students and one graduate receive $4,000 in scholarships from the Elgin Hispanic Network, recognizing their academic achievements and community involvement.
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Jeeps on Parade and Santa to join Roselle Lions’ festive food drive Dec. 14Dec 08, 2024 11:33 pm - Local Jeep enthusiast group "Jeeps on the Run" will lead a parade of 20 decorated Jeeps to the Roselle Lions Club's 50th annual Lunch With Santa event on Dec. 14. The club is collecting donations for the food pantry.
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WINGS helps women, kids escape domestic violenceDec 08, 2024 9:00 pm - Rolling Meadows-based WINGS aims to give victims of domestic violence and their children an escape route.
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Hunger Resource Network donates 80 tons of chicken to local service agenciesDec 06, 2024 9:45 am - Ask Melissa Luken of Loaves & Fishes if it has been a demanding year for the largest food pantry in the state of Illinois. Serving DuPage, Will, Kane and Kendall counties, the nonprofit has indeed seen a record number of visitors this past year.
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Spread holiday cheer with CASA Kane County’s gift drive for kids in foster careDec 05, 2024 9:41 pm - CASA Kane County needs your help to ensure every child in foster care receives a gift this holiday season.
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Thousands of kids will experience holiday joy thanks to Santa for a DayDec 05, 2024 8:02 pm - Rich Gentile was tired of seeing Santa letters go unanswered, so he started a nonprofit to match donors to kids' wish lists. Santa for a Day wants to reach 8,000 children this year.
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Donate to fifth annual Operation LOVE gift drive for homeless veteransDec 05, 2024 7:03 pm - Operation LOVE gift drive seeks household items like sheets, towels and microwaves to help homeless veterans.
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Men in red: A look back at some well-known ‘Santas’ in the Tri-CitiesDec 04, 2024 2:39 pm - Many Tri-Cities residents have been known for portraying Santa in the community over the years. As the holidays kick into high gear, it’s a good time to reflect on a few names that became as famous around here as Santa himself.