Articles filed under Charities and Fundraising
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Wheaton names winners of its first Sustainability AwardNov 29, 2023 10:00 pm - Wheaton residents are turning the town green in nearly every way imaginable. At the Nov. 20 city council meeting, four adults, a high school student, one business, and ...
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Oakton's Empty Bowls fundraiser aids local food pantriesNov 29, 2023 10:00 pm - You can buy handcrafted soup bowls and simultaneously support local food pantries Saturday, Dec. 2, at Oakton College in Des Plaines. The college's annual Empty Bowls sa...
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'Finding Grace' exhibit on the life of social reformer Grace Bagley on display in HinsdaleNov 28, 2023 10:00 pm - Grace Hodges Bagley (1860-1944) was an important social reformer, suffragette, author, and early client of Frank Lloyd Wright, whose life and contributions have largely ...
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Wheeling AMVETS donates winter clothes to charityNov 28, 2023 12:00 am - A Wheeling nonprofit veterans group collected more than 100 coats, sweatshirts and other pieces of winter wear during a clothing drive. Members of AMVETS Post No. 66 del...
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Byline Bank donates $30,000 to local communities on Giving TuesdayNov 28, 2023 12:00 am - In honor of Giving Tuesday, Byline Bank announced it will be distributing $30,000 to fund philanthropic initiatives in its neighborhoods, including a $5,000 donation to ...
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FamilyForward event raises $70,000 to help low-income, working familiesNov 27, 2023 10:00 pm - On Sunday, Oct. 15, FamilyForward hosted its most successful Giving Hope annual fundraising event ever. This year's event highlighted the 20th anniversary of FamilyForwa...
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RE/MAX Suburban's holiday initiatives bring joy and comfort to local children and familiesNov 27, 2023 10:00 pm - In the spirit of giving, RE/MAX Suburban is thrilled to announce their ongoing commitment to support Lurie Children's Hospital, their local Children's Miracle Network Ho...
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Wheaton church's Little Red Truck Ministry taking donationsNov 27, 2023 10:00 pm - On the first Sunday of Advent Dec. 3, Pastor Jane Tuma's sermon will be on "Hope," based on I Corinthians 1:3-9, during the 10 a.m. service at Hope Presbyterian Church, ...
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Palatine police hosting winter clothing driveNov 27, 2023 12:00 am - The Palatine Police Department is collecting new and gently used coats and winter clothing for all ages. Coats and other items can be dropped off through Thursday in the...
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Sen. Murphy collecting holiday cards for residents long-term care facilitiesNov 27, 2023 12:00 am - Illinois Sen. Laura Murphy is collecting holiday cards for residents at local long-term care facilities. "A handwritten note or card is a great way to help those living ...