In Chicago, one in two children live in low income and homeless situations and many families are forced to decide between paying the bills and affording medication or basic necessities like diapers. If that choice sounds unimaginable, consider paying forward your good fortune by supporting these Chicagoland organizations that provide support and services to children, […]
St. Patrick’s Day is serious business in the Windy City, as evidenced by the emerald-green river, raucous parades, bar crawls, endless array of greens getups, and general shenanigans. While I’m sure many people would claim beer as their primary food group on March 17, everyone knows the culinary MVP of the holiday is corned beef […]
Effectively operating in the nonprofit sector — specifically, working hand-in-hand with some of our most vulnerable community members — requires the ability to meet people where they are at, and an eagerness to offer assistance as opposed to passing judgment. This mentality has guided Ric Estrada, CEO of Metropolitan Family Services (MFS), who has served […]
It’s that time of year again, when parents scramble to find the right summer camps to keep kids busy, active and engaged while school is out. From traditional day camps to sports camps and academic enrichment programs, there are countless summer camps offered throughout the city and suburbs for kids of all ages and interests […]
Another school year is flying by, and it’s again time for parents to choose the best summer camp for their kids. There are a wealth of programs on Chicago and the North Shore, focusing on everything from sports and fitness to arts and crafts, STEM and nature exploration. Here, we have highlighted 11 popular Chicago […]
Family-owned businesses are considered the backbone of the American economy. According to the US Census Bureau, they comprise 90% of all business enterprises in North America. Jill McCall, MBA, JD, CAE, Director of the Family Business Center at Loyola University Chicago says, “Family-owned businesses positively impact the general business climate because they set good examples. […]
Whether you’re celebrating Women’s History Month; the traditions of St. Patrick’s Day; or merely the resurgence of spring, Chicagoland is blossoming with events and celebrations of community, food, art and more — for everyone. For those who patiently waited for the winter blues to pass, the time has come to explore the city once again. […]
As part of our “You Said It” Op-Ed series, we invite contributors to submit their opinion pieces. Have a submission? Contact us. February is American Heart Month — not just the flowers and chocolate kind of month but the cardiovascular health awareness month — and all I can think about is how my 77-year-old mother, who has had […]
Domestic violence is more than just a statistic, it’s a reality for far too many. Though countless victims still suffer in silence, help is out there. Numerous organizations and individuals across the country and in Chicagoland are committed to aiding survivors and their families — offering everything from social services to emotional support. How can […]
Updated: Feb. 23, 2023 — For the first time ever, due to record ticket sales, League of Chicago Theatres has announced Chicago Theatre Week Continued. The series — February 27-March 5 — directly follows Chicago Theatre Week and promotes audience-loved productions that are currently running or will debut this spring. Chicago Theatre Week Continued tickets will […]
