Articles filed under Charities and Fundraising
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Pepper donations sought for Batavia food pantry fundraiserAug 25, 2025 11:10 pm - Gindo's Spice of Life and Batavia Interfaith Food Pantry collaborate for 3rd year to make hot sauce using donated peppers. Proceeds benefit the Food Pantry. They seek pepper donations from Sept. 9-Oct. 1.
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Marmion Christmas Craft Show seeking more craftersAug 25, 2025 10:46 pm - Marmion Christmas Craft Show seeking more crafters and vendors to join 34th annual event over Thanksgiving weekend, featuring handmade and locally-made goods.
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Naperville Heritage Society receives $200,000 grant for HVAC upgrades to historic chapelAug 23, 2025 12:54 am - The Naperville Heritage Society received a $200,000 grant from the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity for a new HVAC system at Naper Settlement's Century Memorial Chapel.
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College of DuPage donates old equipment locally and globallyAug 22, 2025 8:08 pm - As technical advances move at lightning speed, COD is committed to updating classrooms and equipment while being environmentally responsible by donating, repurposing or recycling old items.
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Elgin Izaak Walton donates $100k to Gail Borden children’s area renovationAug 22, 2025 1:58 pm - The Elgin Izaak Walton League donated $100,000 to the Gail Borden Library Foundation for a children's area renovation into a park-like setting.
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DuPage Medical Society Foundation names scholarship grant awardsAug 22, 2025 12:03 am - The DuPage Medical Society Foundation board of trustees announces the awarding of 25 student scholarships for 2025.
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Anti-bullying scholarship program at Fremd marks 10 years, seeks new fundingAug 21, 2025 4:32 pm - As the Fremd High School Class of ‘75 gathers for a 50-year reunion this weekend, Pamela Olander of Palatine is hoping for renewed interest in the John Trout Anti-Bullying Scholarship launched at the 40th.
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Batavia couple to receive award for creating inclusive Batavia Public Library programAug 20, 2025 11:19 pm - Ken and Terri Mate are receiving the Library Leader award from the Batavia Public Library for creating the Inclusion Game Night program that provides a welcoming space for individuals with disabilities to socialize and play games.
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Skeleton Trot 5K and Marketplace Festival to benefit U-46 and Gail Borden Library foundationsAug 20, 2025 8:52 pm - Two local organizations are teaming up once again to present a celebration of Mexican culture. Organizers hope to build on the enthusiasm from last year’s event, when t...
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Elgin Riverside Club honors Zac Tiknis as 2025 Man of the YearAug 20, 2025 8:07 pm - Zac Tiknis, a longtime Elgin resident, was celebrated as the Elgin Riverside Club's 2025 Man of the Year for his volunteer work and service to the community.