If you’re looking for things to do during winter break, Lake Geneva Cruise Line is offering a family friendly boat tour that also makes a difference. Through Dec. 31, enjoy a Santa Cruise boat tour, complete with a snack bar and drinks for both adults and children, as you visit 18 dazzling light displays. Best of […]
Feeling overwhelmed by the world’s problems? Poverty, hunger, homelessness, violence … it can be too much to think about. But there is a new opportunity for you to solve these problems. Lake County Haven invites you to Adopt-a-Night! Every night of the year, women and children who have nowhere else to go come to Lake […]
Chicago area organizations are always looking for volunteers and donations. Here are just a few that you can support this holiday season. Give Time Volunteer During the Holidays Misericordia Heart of Mercy, 773-973-6300 Misericordia is a home for 600 children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities that provides the full continuum of care to […]
During this season of giving, many take the opportunity to make annual gifts to deserving nonprofits. Here’s what you need to know about the tax implications of your charitable donations. When it comes to charitable giving, Americans are generous, donating hard cash, appreciated stock, even art. Last year, we collectively gave a record-setting $375.25 billion […]
This holiday season, giving back is as easy as building a gingerbread house. On Dec. 3, A. Perry Homes will host their annual Gingerbread Building for Charity event. Kids will build their best gingerbread house and the winner will receive $250 to donate to their favorite charity. Learn more and register for this event here. […]
Merit School of Music is dedicated to removing financial, geographic, and other barriers to high-quality music education and transforming the lives of nearly 5,000 Chicago-area youth. Your gift today will give students and families continued access to music education. Merit has achieved something outstanding and unique among community music schools by creating a dynamic programming […]
Hi Susan, I contacted you a few years back about a magazine I started for students in Chicago Public Schools. I thought I would reach out again and give you an update. StudentsXpress is a publication I created for and by CPS students (preK to 8th grade). Our mission: While showcasing art and writing from […]
The annual Student Alliance for Homeless Youth Candlelight Vigil will be held Nov. 13 at 5 p.m. at Clarkson Park (1950 Willow Road, Northfield). SAHY’s mission is to build awareness of youth homelessness, help reduce educational barriers and provide services to the homeless. The group is made up of students from New Trier, Maine South, North […]
For too long, the bonds between our rivers and ourselves have been broken. Thanks to a relative few advocates, driven by their commitment to our rivers’ incredible potential, we have begun to mend past and present transgressions. We’ve even created truly great new experiences along our rivers, such as downtown Chicago’s Riverwalk, which give us […]
Home is where the heart is: a sentiment that holds true for these amazing nonprofit organizations that are committed to improving the lives of poor, low-income, and homeless individuals and families in Chicago. Whether it’s providing a safe environment for victims of domestic violence, giving people the tools and information they need to make better […]
