The families of 41 children with cleft lips and palates lined up outside the hospital in the northern mountains of Vietnam and waited. If I had been one of the children arriving at the hospital on that first day, I would have run away as fast as I could. The kids were braver. It was […]
Dinner at the Signature Room on the 95th will benefit more than just you this month. Show your support for the Alzheimer’s Association – Greater Illinois Chapter by dining at The Signature Room on the 95th during the month of March. Having been chosen for the Charity of the Month program, the Alzheimer’s Association is […]
Here’s two easy ways to make a difference: The Buffalo Grove Area Chamber’s Community Outreach Committee offers two projects for you to help this month. Take a look and see if you can help. Feed the Hungry–Fill the Pantry Once again the Chamber is reaching out for help. On your next trip to the grocery […]
Working as a journalist for most of her life, Sandra Pesmen wrote about the women’s movement—and lived it. Pesmen, a longtime Northbrook resident, will speak at the Newberry Library on Saturday, March 12, as part of a panel, “Pioneer Women Journalists of Chicago,” in celebration of Women’s History Month. The event also marks the launch […]
Tom Zengeler has collected thousands of prom dresses and winter coats for those who can’t afford them. But that’s not all. A dry cleaner, he also refurbishes the garments so they look like new. When Tom Zengeler first learned about the Glass Slipper Project, a charity that outfits low-income students for prom night, he […]
Kohl’s seeks to honor more than 2,100 young volunteers, ages six to 18, who have made a positive impact on their communities through volunteerism. Only two weeks remain to nominate young volunteers for the Kohl’s Cares® Scholarship Program. Kids ages six to 18 who have made a positive impact on their communities can be awarded […]
“Everyone has a talent,” says Kris Slattery. Hers is raising money for Rotary’s worthy causes. Kris Slattery is a fundraiser extraordinaire, often campaigning for multiple service projects at the same time. As a member of the Rotary Club of Highland Park/Highwood, she was instrumental in raising $50,000 for the library’s youth section as well […]
Jill Brickman is a former finance professional, and currently serves in an elected position as a Northfield Township Supervisor. She joined Rotary in her 20s, and has helped to send young professionals on international career development trips. She’s personally travelled to Australia, France, Scotland, and Calgary to attend Rotary conferences. Brickman became a charter member […]
Sue Smith has turned her passion for traveling abroad into a way to help other people. She’s been a member of Rotary since 1989, and has been a part of dozens of international service projects. She also serves on Rotary’s international committee, which determines how to disperse funds among various philanthropic projects around the world. […]
William Logan is a retired Evanston police chief and former director of safety at Evanston Township High School. During his career, and now in his retirement, Logan has made community service—particularly mentoring African-American youth—a high priority. He says the Rotary Club of Evanston has enabled him to make an important difference in the community by […]
