|  | In this issue: Thanks to You, Gala Pictures, Year-end Gifts, 5K, Jobs at Shelter |
|  | Thank You for Warming Our Hearts |
| 'Tis the season...and while joyful for so many, the holidays can be a difficult and emotional time for children who have experienced trauma and are separated from their families. We strive to make their holidays special and we couldn't do it without your help. We are thankful for the outpouring of support from the community. School groups, scout troops, faith organizations, corporations, individuals, families, foundations, and volunteers...all asking, "What more can we do?" and then doing it. You have brightened the season for so many with thoughtful treats and personal gifts, warm winter coats, and holiday traditions. We are grateful for the people who share our mission and support us--not just during the holidays but all year long. Thank you for your gift of time, talent, and treasure and for lending your voice when we need it most. We are hopeful that while there is still much to do, we can accomplish great things if we continue to work together. Holiday "cheers" to all of you and all that you do for Shelter! |
|  |  | Discover PWIR for choosing Shelter as a beneficiary of their PWIR of Giving Drive
Integrated Express Healthcare Solutions for choosing Shelter as a beneficiary of their Healthy Holidays Donation Drive
Southminster Presbyterian Church for choosing Shelter as a beneficiary of their Epiphany Sunday Donation Drive
Kappa Alpha Rho at Chamberlain University Nursing for hosting a winter hats and gloves drive
Mission: MathMinds for creating book bundles for kids in our programs
RHM Staffing for hosting a clothing and essential items drive
Texas Roadhouse Mt. Prospect for hosting a donation drive
Girl Scout Troup #45970 at Westgate Elementary for hosting a toy drive
Lemons of Love for donating care packages
A Hug In A Mug for donating flower arrangements for our group homes
Vera Bradley Deer Park for hosting a blanket drive
Sunrise Senior Living for donating fleece tie blankets
Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh (HSS) for collecting food items for Shelter during Diwali
Fountain of Life Church for donating Thanksgiving food items to our group homes
KeHE Distributors, LLC (KeHE Cares) for volunteering to help sort and organize holiday gift drive donations
IICF Midwest Division for donating essential items from their IICF Week of Giving: Kindness is Essential Drive
Subaru Cares for donating Care Kits
Northwest Circle of Friends for hosting a winter hats and gloves drive
Metropolis Performing Arts Centre for hosting a donation drive
THANK YOU TO THE FOLLOWING ORGANIZATIONS WHO PARTICIPATED IN OUR HOLIDAY GIFT DRIVE: AAOMS, Zurich Giving Tree, Zurich Mass Litigation Department, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital - ED, ADP, Champro, US Waterproofing, Church of the Cross, Climate Solutions Windows and Doors
THANK YOU TO ALL OF THE INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES WHO PARTICIPATED IN OUR WINTER CLOTHING AND OUR HOLIDAY GIFT DRIVES |
| | | | | | THANK YOU, GRANTORS!
Dermody Properties, Discover Financial Services, Ecolab, IICF Midwest Division, Helen and Joseph Komerek Foundation, Cathy and Paul MIsniak, Southminster Presbyterian Church, and Stevenson HIgh School Street Fest. |
|  | Thank You for Making Our Gala a Great Success!
Because of your generous support, we raised $215,000! |
|  | | | Thank you to all who attended and supported Shelter's 35th annual Home is Where the Heart Is Gala! The critical funds raised from sponsorships, ticket purchases, raffles, auctions, and donations will help provide emergency housing for children in crisis, offer counseling services for young people suffering from trauma, support foster families, and much more. We are so grateful! A special thank you to our emcee, NBC 5 Chicago's Regina Waldroup, our Honorary Chair, Susan McConnell of Let It Be Us, Buckholz Award recipient Arlen Gould, and our devoted corporate sponsors. |
|  |  | Thank you LeasePlan and Jim Dobbs for sponsoring Shelter's annual Healthy Families Holiday Party on Monday, December 12 at the Wheeling Park District's Bounce House. Kids enjoyed pictures with Santa, cookie decorating, a visit to our "holiday bookstore," a delicious dinner, and more! |
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| |  | | MAKE YOUR TAX-DEDUCTIBLE, YEAR-END GIFT TODAY! |
|  | Naydeli was a high school student when she learned she was pregnant. She was alone, afraid, and insecure. Shelter’s Healthy Families program offered her free support and a relationship that is giving her the knowledge and confidence to become a good parent. Hear Naydeli tell her story and make a year-end gift that will empower families to create safe and loving homes. |
| |  | Looking for an easy way to make a big impact
when shopping for the holidays? Sign up to support Shelter, Inc. on AmazonSmile!
You can enable AmazonSmile on the Amazon App now too. Check out our Charity List on AmazonSmile!
You can purchase the donation items we need and send them to us directly. We keep our list up-to-date with the current and most urgent needs of our programs. |
| |  | | Are you a looking for meaningful work and a rewarding career? Shelter is now hiring for multiple positions. Diverse candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. We seek team members who reflect our values of dedication, collaboration, positive attitude, inclusion, and passion. Click here to learn about open positions. |
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1616 N. Arlington Heights Rd. | Arlington Heights, Illinois 60004
847-255-8060 | shelter@shelter-inc.org |
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