|  | In this issue: Human Trafficking Prevention Month, Honoring MLK, New Development Director, Upcoming Events, Thank You's, and Jobs at Shelter |
|  | | National Human Trafficking Awareness Month is recognized annually in the United States in January to bring attention and opposition to human trafficking and modern-day slavery. According to the White House, the people most vulnerable to human trafficking in the U.S. include youth in the welfare or juvenile justice system, runaway and homeless youth, undocumented immigrants, people of color, LGBTQ+ community, people with disabilities, and people with substance use disorder. Trafficking happens in every state and in every community. Together, we CAN stop the trafficking of children, but it all starts with knowing the facts. So take the following quiz and be ready to make a difference! |
| | | |  | How will you honor Dr. King's memory? Service is a great way to create solutions to social problems. Volunteering unites Americans of all ages and backgrounds to build strong communities. Get involved next week and then continue your service all year long: - MONDAY, JAN 16: Add your name to Shelter's volunteer list or join our Volunteer Facebook Group to find out how you can share your time, talents, and treasures to help the kids that need it most.
- TUESDAY, JAN 17: Donate any item directly from our Amazon Wishlist.
- WEDNESDAY, JAN 18: Help sort donations today. Sign up here.
- THURSDAY, JAN 19: Download and color tributes to Dr. King.
- FRIDAY, JAN 20: Help sort donations today. Sign up here.
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| |  | Please join us in welcoming Patrick Price to Shelter, Inc. as our new Director of Development. Patrick has more than 20 years of experience working in nonprofit fund development, coordinating annual and online giving drives, endowment and capital campaigns, special events, social media fundraisers, and so much more. Patrick has launched marketing and advocacy campaigns for a regional hospice, senior care center, and LGBT community center. He is a longtime member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals and the Chicago Council of Planned Giving, for which he served as Board secretary. Patrick lives in Arlington Heights with his husband Dan and a very rambunctious four-year-old Catahoula leopard hound named Comet and three-year-old terrier named Bullet. He is a collector of art and Ojibwa tribal artifacts. We are thrilled to have Patrick on board to lead our Development team. |
| |  | We rely on the generosity of individuals, organizations, and corporations to keep our doors open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. In the last month, Shelter received grants and contributions from the following partners who share our vision that all kids should grow up in safe and loving homes. Community Foundation of McHenry
Union Home Mortgage Foundation
Village Treasure House Thank you to to all the individuals and organizations who participated in Shelter's Holiday Gift Drive. Together we fulfilled 263 wish lists, bringing joy to the children and families in our care. |
| | |  | Thank you to the many donors who helped support our year-end fundraising through annual contributions, monthly giving, and increased gifts this year. A warm welcome to the many new donors who joined the Shelter, Inc. family of supporters with a first-time gift.
Together we can build a brighter future. |
| |  | |  | Are you a looking for meaningful work and a rewarding career?
Shelter is now hiring for multiple positions. Click here to learn about open positions. |
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| If you share our vision that all children grow up in safe and nurturing homes, please support us today. |
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1616 N. Arlington Heights Rd. | Arlington Heights, Illinois 60004
847-255-8060 | shelter@shelter-inc.org |
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