Articles filed under Philanthropy
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Celebrating 30 years: Aurora Dominican Literacy Center hosts founder’s retirement open house June 2May 29, 2024 1:20 pm - After founding and directing the Dominican Literacy Center in Aurora for 30 years, Dominican Sister Kathleen M. Ryan, OP, will retire June 30. An open house celebrating h...
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With the launch of The Negaunee Opportunity Fund, Openlands secures $3 million for strategic land acquisitionMay 21, 2024 12:17 pm - Openlands recently announced the creation of The Negaunee Opportunity Fund with a $3 million gift from The Negaunee Foundation. The fund will support Openlands’ land ac...
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Wheaton Garden Club announces philanthropy recipientsMay 10, 2024 8:41 pm - Wheaton Garden Club recently announced its philanthropy recipients for 2024. The scholarship winner is Grace Weber who is pursuing an associate’s degree in science with a...
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Stories of Local Impact: Wintrust Corporation — Giving back and helping local economies thriveMay 10, 2024 5:53 am - Leaders & Legacies, a partnership with the Daily Herald and DuPage Foundation, continues with a story of a bank with heart, making a difference in its communities.
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Naperville Woman’s Club awards over $28,000 to local nonprofits and scholarship recipientsMay 03, 2024 7:59 pm - The Naperville Woman’s Club held its annual Celebration of Philanthropy and Education on Friday, April 19. Club members honored area nonprofit service organizations and ...
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American Red Cross to honor Aurora water department employees as 2024 HeroesApr 24, 2024 8:04 pm - The American Red Cross of Greater Chicago is honoring Daniel Viayra Chavez of Aurora and Josh Elrod of Sandwich as this year’s Lifesaving Rescue Heroes at the organizatio...
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SASED names Outdoor Learning Day after longtime educator Rich LarenApr 18, 2024 12:36 pm - Rich Laren, an exceptional special education teacher, has left an indelible mark on our community throughout his dedicated years at the School Association for Special Edu...
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Garfield Farm Museum’s 2024 awards go to Openlands, The Conservation Fund and Rustic Road FarmApr 17, 2024 10:49 pm - On Saturday, May 4, Garfield Farm Museum will recognize five preservation endeavors at the 33rd awards ceremony with a dinner at the historic Dunham Woods Riding Club in ...
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From El Salvador to Aurora: Aurora University president shares journey with Aurora Lions ClubApr 16, 2024 8:41 pm - Aurora University president Susana Rivera-Mills, Ph.D., recently shared her journey as a migrant from El Salvador with Aurora Lions Club members. On April 4, the club wel...
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My Sister’s Dress Sale raises over $11,000 for Education to Empowerment scholarship programApr 08, 2024 12:33 pm - The Friends of McHenry County College Foundation recently teamed up with nonprofit organization My Sister’s Dress to raise funds for scholarships and make prom more affor...