The fires may not reach you, but the lasting effects will. If you believe you are far removed from the vicious fires suffocating the Amazon region, think again. As the world’s largest rainforest — spanning eight countries — the Amazon Rainforest plays a vital role in regulating global temperatures. Yes, that means your city too! […]
All healthy children are born with the same potential to become successful learners. But those born in high-risk environments (low income, young or single parents, and low maternal education) face significant barriers to healthy development. Children’s Home & Aid’s Early Childhood Centers provide unique, essential, and comprehensive programming for vulnerable children and their families. The […]
Philanthropy Award winner BUILD Chicago (Broader Urban Involvement & Leadership Development) kicked off the summer with a record-breaking evening marking the organization’s 50th anniversary. Held May 3, the Annual Gala welcomed over 800 guests to the Aon Grand Ballroom at Navy Pier. Together, BUILD and its supporters raised $1,067,000 — a record high — in […]
Your family is probably soon headed back to a school-year schedule, but don’t let the busyness of a new academic year leave you without time for others. Consider adding these volunteer and give-back opportunities to your calendar. Give Time Reading Power This organization knows that “all children deserve to reach their intellectual potential.” That’s why […]
Just this year, there have been 255 mass shootings in America and 33,237 shooting incidents alone. This number keeps growing. People of all ages and races have been shot at places of worship, schools, the workplace, festivals, bars and shopping centers. In the last week we have mourned victims of three shootings; at the Gilroy […]
Supporting new frontiers in pediatric medicine and research, the Founders’ Board of Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago has made a three-year commitment of raising $7.5 million. Focusing on three key areas, Lurie Children’s reports the pledge will support “transformational research, community-based healthcare delivery and an innovative endowed chair in medical ethics.” […]
The Union League Boys & Girls Clubs celebrated their 100th anniversary in conjunction with their 22nd Annual Wine Dinner on June 14 at the Union League Club. The dinner entailed a five course meal executed by the Union League Club’s Chef Garbin, and was paired with hand-picked Heitz Cellar wine. Guests were able to participate […]
It’s hidden away from view — easy to miss if you’re driving on the North Shore — but making a powerful impact around the country. As a congregant for over a decade, I’m honored to be a part of Congregation Hakafa, whose spirit lives in my heart. As this dynamic Reform Jewish congregation celebrates its […]
On June 21, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago Guild Board hosted its 15th Annual Lawn Ball in memory of one of its founders, Johnny McGovern, at the Saddle & Cycle Club. On this sunny day, guests were able to stroll through the beautiful outdoor area while enjoying each other’s company before heading inside […]
In 2016, there were more than 11,000 unaccompanied homeless youth ages 14-24 in the city of Chicago. Putting those figures in perspective, that’s essentially every student at New Trier, Stevenson, Highland Park, and Deerfield high schools combined. Nationally, approximately 4.2 million youth and young adults experience homelessness each year — slightly more than the population […]
