Articles filed under Charities and Fundraising
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Glen Ellyn Park District to hold food, blood drives at AckermanJan 05, 2026 10:11 am - The Glen Ellyn Park District will host a pair of community donation drives this month at its Ackerman Sports & Fitness Center.
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Huntley honors veterans with Wreaths Across America ceremonyJan 04, 2026 10:35 pm - The Huntley community joined thousands of locations across the country in the annual Wreaths Across America ceremony, honoring those who have served and continue to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces.
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Bartlett church honors Christmas pageant founders at this year’s eventDec 29, 2025 5:40 pm - Living Lord Lutheran Church in Bartlett celebrated its 35th annual Christmas pageant, “Arrest These Merry Gentlemen!,” with a cast of nearly 70 people. It was extra special this year as the two sisters who started the tradition were honored guests.
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Learn about different missions at Gary UMC in WheatonDec 26, 2025 8:21 pm - Gary United Methodist Church in Wheaton will highlight missions it supports in January through an adult education series titled "Love in Mission."
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Foundation awards mini-grants to Villa Park Elementary District 45 staffDec 26, 2025 4:33 pm - The District 45 Foundation for Excellence in Education awarded three mini-grants totaling over $2,400 to support innovative projects in the district.
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A lifetime of giving: Buffalo Grove woman marks 400th blood and platelet donationDec 26, 2025 4:13 pm - Just days before the end of 2025, Nancy Prater of Buffalo Grove marked a remarkable milestone — celebrating her 400th blood and platelet donation during a special recognition at the Vitalant Arlington Heights Donor Center.
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DuPagePads opens new warming center in WheatonDec 23, 2025 12:18 pm - Due to increasing demand for emergency winter shelter for people experiencing homelessness, DuPagePads is offering a new overnight warming site in Wheaton.
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Aurora man reaches 500 blood and platelet donations during the holidaysDec 22, 2025 11:11 pm - Orin Albrecht reached a milestone of 500 blood and platelet donations at the Vitalant Naperville donation center.
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Waukegan’s Polar Bear Plunge returns for the 27th year on Jan. 1Dec 22, 2025 2:40 pm - The Waukegan Polar Bear Plunge on Jan. 1 is an annual event that raises funds for Special Recreation Services of Northern Lake County, providing recreational opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
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DuPage Foundation awards $100,000 in emergency food response grantsDec 22, 2025 2:37 pm - DuPage Foundation has awarded $100,000 in emergency food response grants to five agencies to help fight food insecurity.