Do you know what a settlement house is? More precisely, do you know just what Northwestern University Settlement House (NUSH) is and does? Despite NUSH’s substantial ties to and activities in the North Shore, my husband, Nick, and I didn’t really understand it either, until a recent tour brought it to life. After experiencing its rich […]
Bernie’s Book Bank needs help reaching their goal of collecting 100,000 books this summer for young children in need throughout Chicago. What: Bernie’s Book Bank and Wintrust Community Banks have partnered to create a book drive that will provide books to children who may not have steady access to adequate reading materials in their homes. […]
Donate linens, cleaning supplies, or money to Deborah’s Place, an organization that provides the resources women need to recover from homelessness. What: Because many women who come to Deborah’s Place don’t make an income, donations of basic household supplies allow the women to maintain a clean and comfortable home. They’re in need of towels, linens, […]
Donate your new and gently used dresses, shoes and accessories to The Glass Slipper Project. This local organization provides prom attire, free of charge, to young Chicago women who are unable to purchase their own. When: Saturday, March 16 and 23 from noon-3 p.m. Where: The Westfield Concierge at Old Orchard Shopping Center in Skokie […]
Join the Vernon Area Public Library in partnering with the Pajama Program to donate books and bedclothes to children in need. When: November 10-23 Where: Vernon Area Public Library, 300 Olde Half Day Rd., Lincolnshire, IL 60069 Donate: New, unused pajamas/nightgowns for children ages infant-12 years old. New books are also welcome. The Cause: The […]
Take a few minutes out of your Saturday to drop off items in Winnetka at Make A Difference Day and make a big impact on the lives of others in need. The Volunteer Center (VC) will sponsor its 10th annual Make A Difference Day Saturday, Oct. 27 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Indian […]
Not sure what to do with the homecoming dress that’s been wasting away in your daughter’s closet? Look no further: the Party Dress Project can take care of it! Founded in 2009 by Stacy Simpson and Beth Hirshman, the Party Dress Project aims to help girls add to their party dress collection (without breaking […]
Celebrate Earth Day by recycling your gently worn Eileen Fisher clothing. Between April 20 and 22 Eileen Fisher will be accepting donations of up to five good quality Eileen Fisher clothing at several retail and wholesale locations. After each piece is cleaned, resold at Green Eileen, a unique resale clothing store run by the Eileen Fisher […]
The Volunteer Center of Northeast Metropolitan Chicago is here to help. The Volunteer Center will sponsor its 9th annual Make A Difference Day on Saturday, October 22nd from 9 am-12 pm at the Indian Hill Train Station in Winnetka. This year, representatives from 19 nonprofits will be on hand to collect much-needed items, including: outerwear; […]
Redecorating? Recycle your art! If you’re updating an old look for a new, the art that once graced your home can now find a new one, thanks to The Art Center’s Recycled “Pre-Owned” Art Sale later this summer. The Art Center is currently accepting donations of unwanted paintings, jewelry, prints, ceramics, antiques, sculpture, furniture, art […]
