Articles filed under Charities and Fundraising
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Shop With a Sheriff returns to Lake CountyNov 13, 2014 12:01 am - The Lake County Sheriff's Association will host its third annual special shopping event for children on Tuesday, Dec. 9. Called "Shop With a Sheriff," the program benefi...
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American Red Cross seeks heroesNov 13, 2014 12:01 am - The American Red Cross is honoring community heroes for their extraordinary acts of courage and kindness. Nominations are being accepted in the following categories: adu...
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Fremd Viking Booster Club Emerald Gala Nov. 22Nov 13, 2014 12:01 am - For the 20th year, the Fremd Viking Booster Club is hosting its annual dinner dance to benefit Fremd High School students and programs. This year's newly renamed Emerald...
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Wheaton preparing for Reindeer Run 5KNov 12, 2014 10:00 pm - With an eye toward easing holiday stress, Wheaton Lions Club and Wheaton Park District are co-sponsoring the third annual Reindeer Run 5K. The fun run will step off at 8...
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Jennifer Hudson to present $250,000 grant to Palatine-based WINGS SaturdayNov 12, 2014 12:01 am - Actress and singer Jennifer Hudson will present a $250,000 donation to Palatine-based WINGS as part of a grand opening Saturday of the showcase Verizon Destination Stor...
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Wheeling 'Taste of the Town' revenue doublesNov 11, 2014 10:00 pm - Wheeling's Taste of the Town "Healthy Harvest" celebration last month at the Westin Chicago North Shore drew nearly 900 attendees who enjoyed tastings, select wine and c...
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Workshop on improving volunteer engagement Nov. 19Nov 11, 2014 10:00 pm - HandsOn Suburban Chicago is pleased host a workshop by volunteer impact expert, Tony Goodrow on Wednesday, Nov. 19, entitled "Relative Impact ROI: A More Meaningful Way ...
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FISH Food Pantry hopes for turkey donationsNov 11, 2014 10:00 pm - This Thanksgiving, don't expect to receive a frozen turkey from volunteers at the Carpentersville-based FISH Food Pantry. For the second year, the holiday's centerpiece ...
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Nurses' care sparks legacy gift to Northwest Community HospitalNov 09, 2014 10:00 pm - Even though it happened more than 10 years ago, orthopedics nurse Mary Justo still remembers the patient and comforting her during the night. As a new nurse, fresh out ...
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Legion Post 690 seeks donations for Adopt a Sailor holiday dinnerNov 09, 2014 10:00 pm - The Palatine American Legion Post 690 family is seeking donations for its Adopt a Sailor dinner which is to be held on Thanksgiving, Thursday, Nov. 27, when sailors from...