Articles filed under Charities and Fundraising
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Out of grief, hope for others: Suicide prevention organizations work together to spur dialogue, reduce rates in schoolsOct 19, 2025 9:03 am - In 2023, suicide was the second-leading cause of death of those between ages 10 and 34 in America. Larry and Mary Jo Butz of Hawthorn Woods know personally the impact of that statistic. Now, through Megan Butz Legacy of Hope and Elyssa’s Mission, they are working with schools to educate and identify at-risk students.
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Elias Kent Kane DAR chapter cleans headstones in Campton HillsOct 18, 2025 2:50 pm - The Elias Kent Kane Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution participated in the National DAR Day of Service by cleaning headstones at Whitney Cemetery in Campton Hills.
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Community Crisis Center celebrates 50 years of hope with Anniversary RaffleOct 16, 2025 2:46 pm - To commemorate the milestone and raise funds, the Community Crisis Center in Elgin is hosting a 50th Anniversary Raffle with prizes including $5,000 cash, restaurant gift cards, a Weber grill, and golf packages.
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Naperville Sunrise Rotary Club seek grant applications for youth programsOct 16, 2025 12:13 pm - Oct. 24 is the deadline to apply for funding programs and services that support youth and families in the Naperville community.
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D300 Food Pantry becomes the newest Seigle Foundation grant recipientOct 16, 2025 11:37 am - Seigle Foundation awarded $100,000 in grants to four food-related charities in the Elgin and Dundee areas.
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Algonquin Garden Club supports local environmental initiatives with grantsOct 16, 2025 12:39 am - The Algonquin Garden Club has an annual spring plant sale in May. The proceeds from that sale go directly to environmental causes, because “Nature's beauty is our duty.”
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How conservation volunteers provide extra eyes, ears to deter crime in parksOct 15, 2025 5:45 pm - Volunteers with the McHenry County Conservation District’s S.W.E.E.P. program assist in deterring crime and reporting issues like vandalism, off-leash dogs, and suspicious activities in the parks and trails.
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Community mobilizes to fight hunger amid cuts to food assistance with Elgin Area CROP Hunger WalkOct 15, 2025 2:24 pm - The Elgin Area CROP Hunger Walk aims to raise funds for local food pantries and global humanitarian aid programs, with a goal of $40,000 and 150 walkers.
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Geneva UMC’s fall rummage sale begins Oct. 23Oct 15, 2025 1:44 pm - The United Methodist Church of Geneva is hosting its popular Fall rummage sale from Oct. 23-25, featuring gently used household items, furniture, clothes, books, games, and children's items.
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Aurora Lions Club hosting Great Pumpkin Halloween pancake breakfastOct 15, 2025 1:07 pm - The Aurora Lions Club is hosting its annual "Great Pumpkin" Halloween pancake breakfast on Oct. 25 at St. Mark's Lutheran Church.