Most recently updated: December 2020 The Posse Foundation is an American nonprofit organization that provides scholarships to college ready applicants, hoping to empower diverse groups of leaders who will “transform communities, this country and the world.” History In 1989, Founder and President Deborah Bial was working with talented young people from impoverished urban areas […]
When you’re a pregnant and parenting teenager, or a young man experiencing gang pressure, it’s hard to get excited about school.
There is a reason why the Chicago Tribune named the Midwest Palliative Hospice & CareCenter a top 100 workplace in 2012. Perhaps it’s the sheer dedication they have to their patients, ensuring that every bit of their experience is tailored to individual needs. They respect and honor each patient’s religious, cultural and personal choices […]
Beyond Sports Foundation (BSF) is in the business of creating superstars. Its holistic approach to mentoring high school student athletes has allowed graduates to advance to competitive collegiate athletics, with many moving on to successful professional careers. And for the more than 70 graduates of its high school program, BSF is a ticket to […]
Youth Organizations Umbrella (Y.O.U.) has been bringing it’s particular brand of magic to the Evanston community since 1974. Having served more than 15,000 youth in the past 40 years, their success is undeniable. Y.O.U. provides academic assistance; life-skills education; social-skills development; recreational, athletic and artistic activities; parental support; crisis intervention; mentoring; case management and […]
For underprivileged youth in Lake County that depend on social services, having unmet needs can cause anxiety about the certainty of their futures. This is exactly the point when the Mother’s Trust Foundation steps in. When Mother’s Trust receives a request from a qualified professional that cannot be met in full anywhere else, they […]
Fleurotica isn’t your average fashion-show fundraiser. The Garfield Park Conservatory Alliance (GPCA) puts on a stunning annual fashion show featuring attire made from natural plant materials by local designers to create a world of wonder. The wearable art raises money so that the Conservatory can continue its arts and other community-enrichment programs in the beautiful […]
