Articles filed under Charities and Fundraising
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Elmhurst District 205 earn Guardian Banners for Honor Flight Chicago fundraisersApr 06, 2026 1:54 pm - Students and staff from across Elmhurst Unit District 205 recently gathered as Honor Flight Chicago presented Guardian School banners recognizing this year’s fundraising efforts connected to the 2025 Veterans Day Run.
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Seigle Foundation sponsors the expansion of Elgin Youth Symphony’s Starter Strings ProgramApr 05, 2026 11:41 pm - Seigle Foundation awarded arts grants to 10 organizations including Elgin Youth Symphony Orchestra, Hamilton Wings, Chamber Music on the Fox, and two new recipients: Ballet Folklorico Girasol and iambe theatre ensemble
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McHenry High School trains another 188 students in CPR this yearApr 05, 2026 10:19 pm - McHenry Community High School trained 188 students in CPR and AED skills in 2026, marking a 20% increase from the previous year and bringing the 13-year total to 2,347 students trained through their partnership with Northwestern Medicine.
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A.R.F. hosts spring garage sale to benefit local rescue animalsApr 05, 2026 10:08 pm - The Animal Rescue Foundation is hosting its Spring 2026 Garage Sale on May 1-2 in Wheaton, featuring pet supplies, home goods, and unique items at discounted prices. All proceeds from the sale support its no-kill, volunteer-driven rescue operations that help homeless pets in the Chicago area find homes.
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Morton Arboretum hosts Champion of Trees 10K to support tree conservationApr 01, 2026 10:14 pm - The Morton Arboretum in Lisle is hosting the Champion of Trees 10K race on Saturday, April 18. This USATF-certified event features a scenic course through the woodlands and prairies.
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Join CASA Kane County at Hands Around the Courthouse April 9Mar 31, 2026 11:34 pm - CASA Kane County will host Hands Around the Courthouse on April 9 at noon at the Kane County Courthouse in Geneva to raise awareness about child abuse and neglect during National Child Abuse Prevention Month.
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Kane County Farm Bureau hosts 20th annual Touch-A-Tractor WeekendMar 30, 2026 11:17 pm - Kane County Farm Bureau Foundation's 20th Touch-A-Tractor event runs April 10-12 in St. Charles, featuring antique tractors, farm machinery, hands-on activities, pedal tractors, corn corrals, and farm animals for children to explore and learn about farming.
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Elmhurst church hosts Green Garden Fair with organic plants and local vendorsMar 30, 2026 10:57 pm - The Green Garden Fair on May 9 in Elmhurst will feature organic vegetable, herb, and flower seedlings for sale, along with bagged organic mushroom compost and potting mix, plus services like tool sharpening.
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Moose-a-Palooza music fest raises funds for MooseheartMar 30, 2026 9:34 pm - Tickets are now on sale for the ninth annual Moose-a-Palooza Music Fest on Aug. 29 in Batavia. The fundraiser features eight bands across two stages with proceeds benefiting children at Mooseheart Child City and School.
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Seven Batavia businesses win 2025 Ole Awards for community investmentMar 30, 2026 10:32 am - Seven Batavia businesses are receiving the 2025 Ole Award, with two organizations named Civic Impact Award winners. The recipients will be honored at “Inspire 2026: A Celebration of Those Who Inspire Us!” event, scheduled for Thursday, April 23.