Updated Oct. 13, 2017 “When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, ‘Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.’” —Fred Rogers Are You a Helper? Donate Today and Triple Your Impact To continue providing support to those affected by […]
“You help me be the mom I want to be for my 2- and 4-year-olds.” When Karen Dove Cabral was in treatment for breast cancer at Kellogg Cancer Center in Evanston, she told her mother, “We have to do something.” She realized there were many young mothers fighting breast cancer who were struggling to be the moms they […]
For six years, our Philanthropy Awards have recognized outstanding nonprofits for their exceptional work throughout our community. This year, we will recognize excellence in three award categories: Social Justice Arts & Education Human Services/Empowerment Applications will be accepted starting Tuesday, Sept. 12, through Wednesday, Nov. 15 (National Philanthropy Day). Winners will be notified in early 2018 […]
The mission at HHP/helping hand partners is to create sustainable livelihoods and job opportunities for people with barriers to employment. Every day, this Chicago-based nonprofit is striving to do just that. HHP is able to fulfill its mission in several ways. The first is through the vast knowledge of promotional, incentive and retail product channels […]
Glencoe native Jenna Benn Shersher was only 29 years old when she was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer called grey zone lymphoma. Upon completing treatment, Benn Shersher wanted to help others affected by cancer and founded Twist Out Cancer, an international nonprofit charitable organization that provides psychosocial support to cancer survivors and their […]
Our hearts break for the countless victims suffering in the wake of Hurricane Harvey, and we hope you’ll do your part to help them with much-needed donations. If you’re looking for more ways to help others, here are some worthy organizations also in need of your time, things or money to support their causes: fighting Multiple Myeloma, […]
Updated Sept. 11 On Aug. 25, Hurricane Harvey made landfall in Texas as a Category 4 hurricane. Since then, it has set a record for inches of rain from a tropical cyclone in the continental United States: 51. And, as of Tuesday morning, 3,400 water rescues have been made in Houston alone and an estimated 30,000 […]
Twenty years ago, Karen Thomson founded Literature for All of Us, an organization that uses books and writing to facilitate circles of connection, healing and growth in the face of social inequity, after her 15 years as a professional book group leader focusing on women’s literature. She wanted to do something for people who didn’t have […]
In liberation’s aftermath, when the truth of the Holocaust was thrust upon the world’s conscience, “Never Again” became a mantra. Yet, today, we are witnessing a rise in Holocaust denial and antisemitism here at home, as evidenced by recent events in Charlottesville — as well as in the very lands where the Holocaust took place. Since […]
It’s pretty common knowledge that running provides an uber-efficient workout: You’ll quickly torch calories (bonus: you actually keep burning those calories after you finish your run); you need minimal equipment (sneakers, comfy breathable clothes, a great sports bra), and you can do it just about anywhere. Running can also help you manage stress and even fight or prevent addiction. […]
