The Amy Krouse Rosenthal Foundation (AKR Foundation) is a nonprofit that was formed to honor celebrated author and creator Amy Krouse Rosenthal by providing funding for ovarian cancer research and child literacy. The foundation actively seeks out programming and strategic partnerships to promote their efforts. Just this year they have hosted storytimes, visited schools and […]
A soft, hollow ring echoes through Kirsten Cimino’s second-grade class. Immediately, her students’ attention is drawn to the woman at the front of their classroom, their mindfulness facilitator, Katie Kolbe. The chatter stops, little bodies shifting and straightening to sit tall. As Katie rings the singing bowl a second time, the room falls silent. It’s […]
What’s the best way to spread holiday cheer? By cutting back on single-use plastic! We have partnered with the Conservation Team at Shedd Aquarium to bring you some tips for making your next holiday party more environmentally friendly. Plastic pollution is pervasive in ecosystems, impacting animals big and small. Locally, some 22 million pounds of […]
Black Friday and Cyber Monday aren’t the only ways to kick-off the giving season. Give the gift that keeps on giving by donating to one of Chicago’s many local charities this Giving Tuesday, Dec. 3. And for more ideas of ways to get involved on Giving Tuesday, check out #ILGive (pronounced “I’ll Give”), Illinois’ official […]
Dreaming of the sweet aroma of pumpkin pie and that first bite of creamy, fluffy mashed potatoes? You’re not alone. As we prepare for an overload of family time and investing in a bigger jean size, we should also keep in mind that Thanksgiving is a great time to give back and express our gratitude. […]
The Children’s Service Board, an affiliate of Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago, consists of women committed to supporting vital programs at Lurie Children’s through service and fundraising. As a nonprofit hospital, Lurie Children’s Hospital relies on such philanthropic support to care for nearly 213,000 patients a year and remain the top […]
Since 1984, Design Industries Foundation Fighting AIDS (DIFFA) has donated more than $45 million to service agencies nationwide that are committed to providing resources and education to those living with AIDS or at risk for infection. On Thursday, Oct. 24, DIFFA/Chicago hosted their signature event, Art for Life Chicago, at Venue West. They raised $110,000 […]
Nearly one year ago, Kyle Davis was diagnosed with stage IV pancreatic cancer that had spread to his liver. But on Oct. 15, Davis stood in front of a room full of nearly 700 people at the Harold E. Eisenberg Foundation’s 21st Annual Dinner to share his personal journey of recovery. Without the efforts of […]
Chicago’s first agency for the protection of vulnerable children celebrates 150th year of service by giving over the stage to the kids. On Oct. 15, more than 200 community, business, and philanthropic leaders gathered beneath the twinkling Tiffany Glass dome at the Chicago Cultural Center to celebrate Bright Promises Foundation’s ongoing commitment to Chicago’s children […]
As Mercury goes into retrograde on Halloween, during Scorpio season, there are some major astronomical events at play. Make sure to choose your candy wisely this year. Aries (March 21 to April 19) — Super-Size Candy Bars With Aries, it’s go big or go home. This sign is constantly striving to be number one, and […]
