90% of people diagnosed with ALS do not have a family history of it. That, coupled with the fact that 1 in 300 individuals will receive an ALS diagnosis in their lifetime, means the disease can affect anyone, at any age. And yet, widespread advocacy for it is lacking at both the federal and societal […]
Imagine a beautiful, verdant garden with curling grape vines, ruby strawberries and a soft breeze passing through the trees. You feel at peace. But how would you feel about this lovely moment in nature if you had experienced living outside alone? Welcome to the Above and Beyond Healing Garden, an oasis in the expanse of […]
Play is a fundamental aspect of positive childhood development, and access to resources and materials that encourage play and spur curiosity and growth plays a fundamental role in outcomes during this critical phase. Unfortunately, this access is limited for many families. But this does not have to be the norm. To combat this inequity in […]
October heralds the arrival of cooler weather, and with it, greater need. Volunteer-based organizations across the city are responsible for meeting the needs of the hungry, the houseless and the most vulnerable among us. As temperatures drop, consider taking extra steps to support the community — be it through your time, things or support. Here […]
The 58th Chicago International Film Festival (CIFF) is now in full swing, running Oct. 12-23, 2022. The longest-running competitive film festival in North America, CIFF examines, through the lens of a camera, international storytelling and its impact at home and abroad. Thanks to a dedicated support system of board members and donors, the festival is […]
Drawing on the values instilled in her as a child growing up in Ecuador, Cuyana founder and CEO Karla Gallardo has created a San Francisco-based premium women’s clothing brand that champions simplicity, social responsibility and a reduced footprint on the planet. Beyond her rewarding work building a sustainable fashion brand, Gallardo — fresh off of […]
Drawing on the values instilled in her as a child growing up in Ecuador, Cuyana founder and CEO Karla Gallardo has created a San Francisco-based premium women’s clothing brand that champions simplicity, social responsibility and a reduced footprint on the planet. Beyond her rewarding work building a sustainable fashion brand, Gallardo — fresh off of […]
This year, from October 2-8, we celebrate Mental Health Awareness Week — a national, week-long observance that discusses, examines and advocates for mental health conditions. The series also aims to “raise awareness of mental illness, fight discrimination and provide support,” according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, who founded the tradition in 1990. Yet, […]
This year, from October 2-8, we celebrate Mental Health Awareness Week — a national, week-long observance that discusses, examines and advocates for mental health conditions. The series also aims to “raise awareness of mental illness, fight discrimination and provide support,” according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, who founded the tradition in 1990. Yet, […]
This year, from October 2-8, we celebrate Mental Health Awareness Week — a national, week-long observance that discusses, examines and advocates for mental health conditions. The series also aims to “raise awareness of mental illness, fight discrimination and provide support,” according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, who founded the tradition in 1990. Yet, […]
