Feeling overwhelmed by the world’s problems? Poverty, hunger, homelessness, violence … it can be too much to think about. But there is a new opportunity for you to solve these problems. Lake County Haven invites you to Adopt-a-Night! Every night of the year, women and children who have nowhere else to go come to Lake […]
In the midst of chaos, how do you find peace? This question seems to be written for this particular time — in the aftermath of our election, during an frenetic holiday season. But actually, international opera star Joyce DiDonato penned it immediately following the Paris bombings, more than a year ago. This question also inspired […]
Etsy, a peer-to-peer e-commerce site filled with handmade clothing and accessories, vintage jewelry, and spunky home décor, now boasts more than 54 million users. Even Mila Kunis can’t resist the site’s appeal: The 33-year-old actress opted to purchase weddings bands for her and husband Ashton Kutcher on the 11-year-old site. Here are four Chicago-based shops offering awesome goodies […]
Congratulations to Coco, who received the most votes in our Gingerbread House for Charity event. Coco will receive a $250 prize compliments of A. Perry Homes and will donate the money to Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago. On Dec. 3, A. Perry Homes hosted their annual Gingerbread Building for Charity event. Now, it’s […]
The Women’s Business Development Center celebrated its 30th anniversary Nov. 15 during WBDCelebrate at the Wintrust Bank Grand Banking Hall. Highlights from the evening included a performance by Black Ensemble Theater and award presentations to the following recipients: Von Technologies President Michelle Vondrasek — Innovative Business Award Creative Resources President Caren Schweitzer — WBE Award Charboy’s President Pamela […]
Chicago area organizations are always looking for volunteers and donations. Here are just a few that you can support this holiday season. Give Time Volunteer During the Holidays Misericordia Heart of Mercy, 773-973-6300 Misericordia is a home for 600 children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities that provides the full continuum of care to […]
We give thanks on Thanksgiving, go to the mall on Black Friday, and browse the web on Cyber Monday. Now, we have a day dedicated to giving back. On #ILGive for Giving Tuesday (Nov. 29), nonprofit organizations, families, local businesses and students around the world come together for one common purpose: to celebrate generosity and to give. Now […]
Broadcast journalism was always Irika Sargent’s dream — helping people a high priority — and Chicago the location she coveted. So, imagine Sargent’s joy at landing here last year as news anchor of CBS 2 Chicago — a station with a deep commitment to making a difference, helping lift up its audience and our city. […]
The Women’s Board of Lincoln Park Zoo hosted the annual ZooLA, a philanthropic live auction, on Nov. 3. More than 160 guests attended and raised more than $200,000 for the conservation, education and animal-care efforts of Lincoln Park Zoo. Live auction packages included VIP tickets to “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” and “The Late […]
During this season of giving, many take the opportunity to make annual gifts to deserving nonprofits. Here’s what you need to know about the tax implications of your charitable donations. When it comes to charitable giving, Americans are generous, donating hard cash, appreciated stock, even art. Last year, we collectively gave a record-setting $375.25 billion […]
