Are you passionate about giving back, but also wonder how people find the time away from work and family commitments to volunteer? If you’re short on time, but also want to get more involved with worthy nonprofits in your community, there are countless charity events that offer the perfect opportunity to not only learn more […]
Carol Novello, Harvard MBA, former Intuit senior executive, and current president of Humane Society Silicon Valley (HSSV), and David Whitman, vice president for creative development at HSSV and former executive producer of The Tech Awards [now The Tech for Global Good, a program committed to inspiring a new generation of social entrepreneurs to utilize technology […]
If you want to give back to your community this spring, here are six reputable, local charities that we think are uber-deserving of your time. Each one offers a wide range of opportunities to get involved, including organizing supplies drives, administrative work, or more hands-on work, such as volunteering and tutoring. 1. Support cancer survivors […]
Do you love chocolate? Then come out to the Chocolate, Wine & Spirits Expo April 21-22 at the Stephen M. Bailey Auditorium at Plumbers Hall. Designed for chocolate lovers, this delectable event will feature tempting samples, a benefit wine and spirits tasting, demonstrations and pairings, and much more! Plus, guests will receive complimentary admission to […]
Attending your first wine auction can be intimidating business, even for serious wine connoisseurs. Here’s our step-by-step guide to being a smart and serious bidder, all in the name of charity. Do Your Research For many wine auctions, descriptions of lots are available online several weeks prior to the sale, giving you ample time to […]
The American Red Cross of Chicago & Northern Illinois is honoring local people who demonstrated acts of heroism in the community at the organization’s 16th Annual Heroes Breakfast. “The American Red Cross is proud to honor the heroes among us whose extraordinary actions have impacted our communities and inspired us all,” says Celena Roldán, chief […]
In recognition of its 50th year in business, Hester Painting & Decorating of Skokie volunteered to paint the interior of Maryville’s Center for Children, which houses the Crisis Nursery and the Children’s Healthcare Center. These two groundbreaking programs provide social services and medical care to children and families in need. On Jan. 6-7, Hester had a […]
You wouldn’t think that a North Shore tennis club and a shelter for victims of domestic violence have much in common — one is expensive and exclusive, one is, well, not. But College Park Athletic Club has partnered with House of Peace to support their efforts in providing temporary assistance to Latina victims of abuse. […]
The McGaw YMCA is a cornerstone of the Evanston community, but few may know of the depth and breadth of programs and services they offer as a nonprofit organization. From child care and summer camp, to an exercise facility and residence for men — the McGaw YMCA strives to meet the needs of the community […]
When Elizabeth Fisher moved from the North Shore to Florida several years ago, she was looking for a quieter life with a slower pace. Little did she know what the universe had in store for her. Fisher relocated to Sarasota, Florida, in 2010 and went to work organizing a women’s leadership event for more than […]
