Articles filed under Charities and Fundraising
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Gary UMC in Wheaton to host August blood driveJul 17, 2024 11:31 am - During the summer months, the need for blood is great. Walk-ins are welcome at the blood drive on Wednesday, Aug. 21, at Gary United Methodist Church in Wheaton.
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Holy Trinity St. Vincent de Paul prepares for its first Friends of the Poor WalkJul 16, 2024 11:34 pm - The first Friends of the Poor Walk fundraiser will take place on Saturday, Sept. 28, at Veteran’s Memorial Park in Westmont. This special event will be a morning of walking, snacks, music, face painting and more for many to enjo
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Run for the STARS 5K on Sept. 21 raises money for disability ministryJul 16, 2024 10:38 pm - On Saturday, Sept. 21, the annual Run for the STARS 5K will be marking its 21st year.
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ECC Project Backpack returns in-person to provide supplies to local studentsJul 16, 2024 4:46 pm - Elgin Community College and its partners are preparing for Project Backpack, a community-based initiative that collects and distributes school supplies to students in need in the area.
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Books, movies, science kits and more await shoppers at Friends of Mt. Prospect Public Library Book Sale July 20-21Jul 16, 2024 10:42 am - One can build their own library from the more than 25,000 books, movies, music and more for sale at the Friends of the Mount Prospect Public Library’s giant summer book sale July 20 21.
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Hope Fore Hoffman charity golf outing set for July 24Jul 16, 2024 6:29 am - The Hoffman Estates Charitable Foundation is hosting the Hope Fore Hoffman golf tournament on Wednesday, July 24, at Bridges of Poplar Creek Country Club.
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Des Plaines nonprofit group needs clothing donationsJul 16, 2024 6:28 am - The Self-Help Closet and & Pantry of Des Plaines needs summer-weight clothing to give to needy patrons. Men’s and women’s shorts, T-shirts and packaged underwear especial...
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Love singing? Voices Unlimited Chorus welcomes new membersJul 15, 2024 7:50 pm - Voices Unlimited Chorus is accepting new singers as they start up their fall rehearsal schedule in preparation for the Nov. 24 holiday concert.
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Seigle Foundation underwrites Gail Borden’s Early Learning Center 2025 renovationJul 15, 2024 7:33 pm - The Seigle Foundation recently announced the award of almost $400,000 in grants to 14 local nonprofits, including the Gail Borden Public Library Foundation.
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‘Passport to Batavia’ shopping event to help feed hungry in the communityJul 15, 2024 6:04 pm - Help feed the hungry in the community by purchasing a “Passport to Batavia” online or in-person at the Batavia farmers' market community tent on Saturday, July 27, from 8 a.m. to noon.