Articles filed under Charities and Fundraising
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Fox Valley food initiative partners with Aurora's African American Men of UnityApr 26, 2021 11:00 pm - Just Food Initiative of the Fox Valley is a faith- and hope-based organization of individuals committed to building just and sustainable food systems. Young Black studen...
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Celebrating Volunteer Week at Marklund during a pandemicApr 25, 2021 11:00 pm - It has been more than a year since volunteers have been able to set foot inside a Marklund facility to volunteer with the residents and students. More than a year since...
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Make-A-Wish comfort dog a new pal for 18-year-oldApr 24, 2021 1:00 am - The sun came out, the coats came off, and warm smiles spread across the faces of the crowd in this Mundelein driveway as 18-year-old Dani Lococo celebrated her newfound ...
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Naperville Unit District 203 gets grant from National Superintendents Organization to bolster SEL ProgramsApr 23, 2021 11:00 pm - Naperville Unit District 203 is one of six school systems nationwide to receive technical assistance, collaborative support and a $4,000 grant from AASA, The School Supe...
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St. Charles Education Foundation hosts 'Tap Into Education' at Pollyana Brewing May 1Apr 23, 2021 11:00 pm - The St. Charles Education Foundation will host "Tap Into Education," a fundraising event from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, May 1, at Pollyanna Brewing Co., 106 S. Riverside ...
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Team effort feeds the hungry in MundeleinApr 23, 2021 1:00 am - A church, a regional food bank and three school districts joined forces Friday in Mundelein to host a pop-up food distribution effort for families in need. The Chapel Fo...
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Literacy Volunteers Fox Valley receives $10,500 for ChromebooksApr 22, 2021 11:00 pm - Literacy Volunteers Fox Valley has received a $10,500 grant from the Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley to purchase Chromebooks for adult literacy students who...
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Celebrating Earth Day at MarklundApr 22, 2021 11:00 pm - Students at Marklund Day Schools celebrated Earth Week doing hands-on science experiments all about nature. Staff and residents at Marklund Wasmond Center in Elgin work...
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Mother-daughter volunteers bring joy to Lexington Hospice patients, family members, and staffApr 22, 2021 11:00 pm - Sue Iacovelli of Oak Brook has always enjoyed being creative. As a retiree, she spends her time on helpful, engaging projects. While at a craft show displaying her wares...
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Salute Inc. carries on Memorial Day 5K with a twistApr 22, 2021 11:00 pm - Though COVID-19 restrictions will prohibit a large 5K race, Salute Inc., will carry on its tradition of connecting with the community and honoring the brave men and wome...