An elite group of young leaders from Chicago’s North Shore were honored at the Winnetka Youth Organization’s (WYO) golden jubilee celebration. Since 1969, the nonprofit organization has opened its doors to all local teens in providing a safe space to explore, express themselves, learn, and grow. Through leadership development programs, mentoring, and volunteer opportunities, WYO […]
The Make It Better Foundation is thrilled to announce the winners of the 2019 Philanthropy Awards. Education & Arts: The People’s Music School Award Sponsor: JPMorgan The mission of The People’s Music School is to make music education accessible for everyone. The school, which is 100 percent tuition-free, has more than tripled in size over […]
Most recently updated: December 2020 An instrument petting zoo. That’s how children who have never been exposed to so much as a recorder get their first introduction to the world of music at The People’s Music School. For more than 40 years, The People’s Music School has helped the children of Chicago access and form […]
Puppy therapy. Horse therapy. Art therapy. These are just some of the innovative ways that 2019 Make It Better Foundation Philanthropy Award winner Selah Freedom has committed to restoring the lives of child sex trafficking victims. In fact, “selah” means “to pause, rest, and reflect” in Hebrew. Combine that definition with “heal,” and you have […]
It’s been 36 years since Keshet, which means “rainbow” in Hebrew, was founded in Chicago with the intent to give people with special needs a better life. With programming ranging from preschool to adult daily living, Keshet has helped over a thousand individuals with disabilities find their place in not just the Jewish community but […]
Chicago’s longest-standing social service agency, Chicago Child Care Society (CCCS), will celebrate 170 years of serving Chicago youth and families at its 2019 Dream Builders Luncheon on Tuesday, May 7 at The Standard Club of Chicago. CCCS is a multi-service nonprofit child welfare agency that delivers high impact intervention and prevention services for children and […]
Before we are even born, our brain is already developing; preparing for the pivotal, first few years of life that quite literally shape our future. Ninety percent of a child’s brain is already fully developed by the early age of 5. A vital component in a child’s development is the incorporation of serve and return interaction; the responsive […]
Every day, according to Pew Research, a whopping 10,000 people celebrate their 65th birthday as Baby Boomers surge into retirement. Every day. And although many of these Boomers on the North Shore are healthy, there are still many other seniors that aren’t and others who may face financial pitfalls. Both are at risk for malnourishment. Across […]
French influence has spread across the world, including to the coastal nation of Morocco, a gem in the far reaches of northwest Africa. On May 15, the Alliance Française will transport guests to this colorful, fabled country. Join us as we experience the world through the “Eyes of Morocco.” The centerpiece of this fundraising event […]
The Woman’s Board of Rush University Medical Center is hosting their Annual Spring Luncheon on May 7 at the Hilton Chicago and will feature keynote speaker President Mary Robinson. This is the 25th consecutive year for the luncheon, which kicked off with speaker Grace Mirabella, former Vogue editor and founder of the popular 90s magazine Mirabella. Mark Hampton, Doris Kearns […]
