Do you know what a settlement house is? More precisely, do you know just what Northwestern University Settlement House (NUSH) is and does? Despite NUSH’s substantial ties to and activities in the North Shore, my husband, Nick, and I didn’t really understand it either, until a recent tour brought it to life. After experiencing its rich […]
Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and the effects of famine are felt even in nearby communities, with neighbors left hungry this holiday. With one in five children in Lake and Cook counties considered severely underfed, a number of organizations are committing their efforts to hunger outreach. Do good to feel good and donate your […]
For some parents, raising a child can seem more of a burden than a blessing. Infant Welfare Society of Evanston (IWSE) believes all children should be supported by family, and they work to mitigate some of the stress of parenting by making quality early childhood education available to all children, regardless of background. IWSE, founded […]
Shop early for the holidays at the second annual Urban Art Party. What: Sample food from local vendors, taste craft beers, check out products from Chicago artists and dance the night away with DJ John San Juan while supporting the unreimbursed programs provided by Midwest CareCenter and Camp Care. Where: MINI of W. Diversey Parkway, […]
Join the Rush NeuroBehavioral Center in recognizing researchers, parents and other professionals committed to supporting childhood development. What: RNBC–the preeminent source for research into executive function–is hosting its 17th annual Awards Dinner. Focused on improving the lives of children with social, emotional and academic learning challenges, this event recognizes the latest breakthroughs from experts in […]
JJ’s List empowers young adults with disabilities and equips businesses with the best practices to support employees and customers with disabilities. What: JJ’s List’s Disability Awareness Players present a free Disability Awareness Training seminar for businesses in honor of National Disability Employment Awareness Month. Where: Maggiano’s Old Orchard, 4999 Old Orchard Center, Suite A28, Skokie […]
Services for Adults Staying in Their Homes (SASI) is committed to helping older adults age in place safely and with dignity.
Kirsten Bergin is proof that you don’t have to have ties to a cause to get involved. You just have to care enough to want to make a difference. Growing up in Northbrook, Bergin gave little thought to the history of the nearby Naval Air Station (NASG), originally located in the heart of Glenview and […]
Help the nonprofits that are nearest and dearest to you with these valuable fundraising tips. 1. Bring the mission of your organization to life with a short, heartfelt story, article or video that demonstrates its impact. 2. Prove that money is efficiently spent. Donors want to fund the mission, not additional fundraising. Use Charity Navigator‘s efficiency […]
Take just 10 minutes out of your day to help advance research on Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer’s is the sixth leading cause of death in the U.S. and it affects more than 5 million Americans each year. What: MindCrowd is asking 1 million people, age 18 to 80, to take its 10 minute online memory test. […]
