Violence on the street and chaos at home was the only life high school freshman Anays Antongiorgi knew. That all changed when she became active in Broader Urban Involvement and Leadership Development (BUILD), a Chicago-based nonprofit organization that takes at-risk youth from the margin into the mainstream. Antongiorgi bonded with BUILD staff and her peers […]
At age 23, Lindsay Avner underwent a risk-reducing double mastectomy because her family history and genetic testing indicated she had a high chance of developing breast and ovarian cancer. Her great-grandmother and grandmother both passed away after battling cancer, and as a young girl she watched her own mother fight the disease. Avner, now 31, made a bold personal decision […]
Start off your summer by checking out the one of a kind art at Art on the Plaza. On June 9th and 10th, North Shore Art League will host the 7th annual Art on the Plaza. Featuring the talents of artists from around the world, as well as the North Shore, Art on the Plaza […]
Soldiers returning from war face many challenges. If they have received injuries that result in physical disability, a soldier’s home may multiply those challenges. Designing for Veterans is a nonprofit working to create a home environment that allows injured veterans to live independently without barriers. They rely on monetary donations as well as volunteer […]
On February 26, Highland Park’s Fit Stop is teaming up with The Hooks and Nova to raise money for Facing Our Risk of Cancer Empowerment (FORCE). FORCE is a nonprofit organization that helps families that have been affected by hereditary breast and ovarian cancer. From 3:30-5 p.m., stop by Nova in Highland Park and enjoy: […]
Finding the perfect prom dress is an important part of the high school experience. The Glass Slipper Project is helping make all girls feel like Cinderella on their big day. The Glass Slipper Project is a non-profit organization that collects new and almost-new formal dresses and accessories for juniors and seniors in Chicago area […]
Donate supplies to help high schoolers develop leadership and career skills! After School Matters 66 East Randolph St. Chicago, IL 60601 312-742-4182 Office supplies, computer hardware, advertising, gift cards, company promotional items, sports equipment, and catering services for various teen events are needed for a dynamic after school program that cultivates leadership and supports career […]
