Articles filed under Philanthropy
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Downers Grove church to host benefit concert for Bridge CommunitiesFeb 07, 2024 12:12 pm - On Sunday, March 3, the Bridge Board of the First United Methodist Church of Downers Grove invites the community to join the Encore 2024 Benefit Concert for Bridge Commun...
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After a year of challenges, BSA Troop 34 celebrated three new Eagle Scouts in 2023Feb 07, 2024 12:00 pm - In the summer of 2022, BSA Troop 34 in Wheaton learned they would lose their charter as the Joliet Diocese was no longer chartering youth organizations with overnight events. VFW Post 2164 in Wheaton would step in as their new chartering organization,and by 2023, the troop would add three new Eagle Scouts.
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Project Backpack served 1,680 students in need during 2023Feb 06, 2024 9:28 pm - Elgin Community College and its partners served 1,680 students in 2023 through Project Backpack, a community-based initiative to benefit area students in need from Elgin ...
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Aurora Lions Club offers free kids' vision exams Feb. 17Feb 06, 2024 7:37 pm - On Saturday, Feb. 17, Aurora Lions Club will offer free vision exams for children ages 6 months to 16 years old. The free clinic will take place from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. a...
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Fellowes donates 5,300 air purifiers to Habitat for Humanity in ChicagolandFeb 06, 2024 12:01 am - Fellowes, a global leader and trusted partner that provides product solutions to fulfill a broad range of WorkLife needs, is donating over 5,300 air purifiers, valued at ...
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Tickets on sale for ‘Celebration of Tables’ benefit for Glen House Food PantryFeb 05, 2024 6:45 pm - Tickets are now available for “Celebration of Tables,” the Glen Ellyn Newcomers & Neighbors Club’s annual fundraiser benefiting the Glen House Food Pantry. This year’s ...
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Taylor Swift tickets offered as part of Marklund fundraising auctionFeb 05, 2024 12:30 pm - Two 23rd-row tickets to see Taylor Swift in concert in New Orleans will be part of an auction package presented at Marklund’s 28th annual Top Hat Ball Saturday, Feb. 10....
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‘We’re passionate about the history’: Why new Catlow Theatre owners are trying to restore venue to former gloryFeb 05, 2024 6:00 am - Maybe it’s obvious, hearing Brian Long marvel at the walnut flooring in the 1893 Barrington building anchored by his Long & Co. Jewelers. The question still needs to be asked: Why is he doing this?
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Raue Center calls for artists for sixth annual 6x6 ProjectFeb 02, 2024 1:22 pm - The Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake is hosting its annual 6x6 Project Art Auction & Exhibition on Saturday, June 29. “We are excited to be hosting our sixth annu...
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Stories of Local Impact: The DuPage County Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast returns to record community turnoutFeb 01, 2024 8:53 am - The Leaders & Legacies: Stories of Local Impact series continues with the relaunch of the DuPage County Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast after a five-year hiatus.