Connections, August 2021

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In this issue: TLP, Walgreens and Shelter, Golf, Trivia Night, Gala, Volunteers, and more!

"The TLP Has Changed My Life."

Shelter's Transitional Living Program gives many of our young people something they’ve never had: a real chance at a successful, independent life. For nearly a decade, Shelter's TLP has been operating successfully and safely in Arlington Heights. But now we need a new home with more space and more modern safety features. We have recently purchased a property in Arlington Heights that will allow more of our young people facing extremely difficult circumstances--like Christian-- to overcome abuse, neglect, abandonment, and homelessness, and become productive members of our community.

We are seeking a special use permit from the Village of Arlington Heights to operate the TLP at this new site. There have been a lot of calls and emails against the TLP and we need for the Village to hear from us. There are a few ways that your voice can be heard.

Email the Arlington Heights Planning Commission at shubbard@vah.com as well as each member of the Village Board to show your support for the TLP program. Click here for email addresses.
Share this information with your Arlington Heights friends, neighbors and colleagues and encourage their support.
On Wednesday, September 22, the Arlington Heights Planning Commission will meet to discuss the project. This meeting will be held virtually and is open to the public. Attend the Plan Commission meeting via Zoom and speak on behalf of Shelter. Specific details on how to access and participate in this online hearing will be available at www.vah.com no later than September 17, 2021.

We hope that the Plan Commission will vote in support of the special use zoning permit at the September 22meeting. If the Plan Commission does not vote to recommend approval of the special use permit, the project still goes before the full Village Board at a later date. We will then need a super majority of votes in favor of the permit.

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Shelter Featured at Stevenson High School's StreetFest

Thank you Stevenson High School for selecting Shelter as a beneficiary at your very first Wellness Week StreetFest on August 28. We had a a great time meeting students and members of the community to share the work of Shelter and spread the message of the importance of overall wellness and taking care of our mental health.

Donate to Shelter now through November 30!

Turn your next shopping trip at Walgreens into a cause for good. Walgreens has selected Shelter, Inc. as a recipient of Walgreens Cash Rewards now through November 30, 2021! You'll earn unlimited 1% Walgreens Cash rewards when you shop and you can choose how much to donate. Whether you'd like to contribute $1, $5, or more of your Walgreens Cash rewards, you'll be making a difference, it really adds up! Sign into your myWalgreens™ account and select "donate now" on your account homepage. Then choose Shelter Inc. from the charities shown. Donations start at $1 in Walgreens Cash rewards.

Tomorrow! Join us for a round at 1:00pm on Tuesday, September 21 at Bridges of Poplar Creek Country Club. Enjoy a great day on the course while helping raise critical funds for children and families in crisis. Rounds include lunch, dinner, and open bar. Sign up as an individual or a foursome. Sponsorship opportunities available. Always a fun outing and a fantastic way to support Shelter!

Registration and Sponsorship Information

Get your game on! Trivia Night is back live and in person at 7:00pm on Saturday, October 9 at the Hyatt Regency Schaumburg Chicago. Doors open at 6:00pm. Get a team together or come compete on your own. Presented by Friends of Shelter. Don't forget to pre-order your fall treats! All funds raised benefit Shelter programs. Masks required for all participants regardless of vaccination status.

Friday, November 12 at the Hyatt Regency Schaumburg, Chicago

Come together for an amazing evening to celebrate the work of Shelter and the comitment of our community. The Home is Where the Heart is Gala features a cocktail hour with a silent auction, delicious dinner, inspirational program, live auction, a live band, a DJ, dancing, and more. NBC5 Chicago's Regina Waldroup returns as our emcee. Thank you to our honorary chair, Matt Dyer of LeasePlan USA, and to the Pinta Family who will receive Shelter's prestigious Buckholz award. This event will also be livestreamed.

Proof of vaccination or negative COVID-19 test within 72 hours of the event is required for all attendees. For tickets, tables, and donations, visit shelter-inc./gala

Thank you Village Bank and Trust for collecting and donating backpacks, gift cards, and gym shoes during their august donation drive and the Youth Support Initiative for helping one of our young people in foster care to get off to college with new dorm room supplies.

Thank you volunteers for collecting donations at the British Car Show on September 12. Shelter raised over $1,500 from the attendees.

Thanks to these generous girls who hosted a lemonade stand to and raised $100 for Shelter.

Nothing brightens a day like free flowers! Thank you Kristine for supporting Shelter and spreading kindness.

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 available positions.