2023 Philanthropy Award Winners: 3 Organizations Making the Greatest Impact in Violence Interruption and Prevention in Chicago
The Make It Better Foundation recently hosted its 2023 Philanthropy Awards with emcee Suzanne Le Mignot of CBS 2 Chicago to honor the Chicago-area nonprofits working to make a difference in violence interruption and prevention throughout the city. This year, the Make It Better Foundation recognized recipients with evidence-based programs that prevent gun violence by […]
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Ben Zobrist Hits a Home Run Advocating for Mental Health at 2024 Gratitude Gala
On May 8, The Family Institute at Northwestern University honored former Chicago Cub and 2016 World Series MVP Ben Zobrist with the Mental Health Community Impact Award at the 2024 Gratitude Gala. Now in its second year, the gala was held at Galleria Marchetti in the River West area of Chicago. The Family Institute at […]
On May 8, The Family Institute at Northwestern University honored former Chicago Cub and 2016 World Series MVP Ben Zobrist with the Mental Health Community Impact Award at the 2024 Gratitude Gala. Now in its second year, the gala was held at Galleria Marchetti in the River West area of Chicago. The Family Institute at […]
Founder's Note: Spark Love, Hope, Health and Home Organization
Some human traits are universal — like our yearnings for love, hope, healing and to be better organized. So is our inclination to make choices that help others as well as ourselves when it is easy to do so. Therefore, in some of our recent content highlighted here, we showcase programs and advice that evoke […]
Some human traits are universal — like our yearnings for love, hope, healing and to be better organized. So is our inclination to make choices that help others as well as ourselves when it is easy to do so. Therefore, in some of our recent content highlighted here, we showcase programs and advice that evoke […]
Spring Cleaning Guide: Tips for an Organized Home Plus Where to Donate Unwanted Items
Organizing a room, let alone an entire house, can be a daunting task. But, organizing and freshening up your space can help breathe new life into it. So, seize this opportunity for some last-minute spring cleaning and read these tips from the pros on getting organized plus where to donate what you don’t need. Follow […]
Organizing a room, let alone an entire house, can be a daunting task. But, organizing and freshening up your space can help breathe new life into it. So, seize this opportunity for some last-minute spring cleaning and read these tips from the pros on getting organized plus where to donate what you don’t need. Follow […]
Where to Donate Unwanted or Unused Beauty Products to Women in Need
We all have that drawer in our bathroom — the one overflowing with unused, half-used and basically empty beauty products. No? Just us? Well, even if you’ve mastered that life-changing art of tidying up and never fall prey to clutter, you still get to the bottom of those bottles of shampoo and conditioner, and reach […]
We all have that drawer in our bathroom — the one overflowing with unused, half-used and basically empty beauty products. No? Just us? Well, even if you’ve mastered that life-changing art of tidying up and never fall prey to clutter, you still get to the bottom of those bottles of shampoo and conditioner, and reach […]
Where to Donate: A Handy Guide
Ready to get organized and rid your home of the clutter? Whether you’re cleaning out your closet or bookshelf or updating your furniture, don’t just toss those items — donate them and make a difference to one of the many local organizations in need. Here’s our guide to where to donate throughout the North Shore […]
Ready to get organized and rid your home of the clutter? Whether you’re cleaning out your closet or bookshelf or updating your furniture, don’t just toss those items — donate them and make a difference to one of the many local organizations in need. Here’s our guide to where to donate throughout the North Shore […]
Ballet 5:8 Reimagines 'La Llorona' to Raise Awareness for Postpartum Depression and Maternal Mental Health Challenges
La Llorona is a traditional Mexican myth about Maria who, in a fit of jealousy and rage, drowns her children in a river after being spurned by her husband. Overwhelmed with grief after realizing what she has done, Maria is condemned to wander the Earth, searching for her lost children while wailing mournfully. My abuelo […]
La Llorona is a traditional Mexican myth about Maria who, in a fit of jealousy and rage, drowns her children in a river after being spurned by her husband. Overwhelmed with grief after realizing what she has done, Maria is condemned to wander the Earth, searching for her lost children while wailing mournfully. My abuelo […]
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'Bel Canto' World Premiere Opens at Lyric Opera of Chicago
When American novelist Ann Patchett watched news of a four-month siege of the Japanese embassy in Lima, Peru, by young rebels in 1996, she saw its potential as a compelling story and used it as the template for her multiple award-winning 2001 novel, “Bel Canto.” The siege had begun during a large party and to […]
'I'm Here. I'm Going to Stay Here': John Salvi's Journey from a Brain Tumor to a Broken New Trier Rowing Record
Living with an inoperable brain tumor, 16-year-old John Salvi faced numerous obstacles, and of them, the most ordinary also was the most devastating: A mirror. Fifteen pounds lighter, with no hair and a medical access port sticking out of his chest, the Wilmette resident often struggled to look at his reflection. “To see this frail […]
