Who We Support.


Anti-Cruelty Society  Click to visit website
  • Since 1899, The Anti-Cruelty Society has been committed to serving the needs of companion animals and the humans who care for and about them. Provide compassionate care for any animal in need.
  • Attempt to find a home for every healthy or rehabilitatable dog and cat that comes to us.
  • Intervene to prevent cruelty to animals.
  • Partner with the community to educate on animal issues and inspire compassion and respect.
  • Provide low or no cost spaying or neutering.

Erie House  Click to visit website
Erie Neighborhood House empowers Latino and diverse low-income communities to reach their fullest potential with a range of award-winning educational programs for all ages. Our mission is to promote a just and inclusive society by strengthening low-income, primarily Latino families through skill-building, access to critical resources, advocacy and collaborative action.
Established in 1870 in the settlement house tradition, Erie House evolved into one of the first comprehensive social service agencies in Chicago and is now a recognized nonprofit leader. Erie's educational programs reach over 5,000 participants annually, providing a pathway to success and strengthening communities.

Southwest Chicago PADS (Public Action to Deliver Shelter)  Click to visit website
An ecumenical community endeavor which valued the dignity, uniqueness, goodness, and giftedness of all persons, Southwest Chicago PADS is impelled by the Gospel challenge to feed the hungry and minister to the poor. We seek to:
  • Provide emergency shelter, food, clothing and referrals for additional assistance to persons who are homeless.
  • Prevent homelessness in our community by providing immediate assistance and referrals to those facing a housing crisis.
  • Educate the wider community about the plight of people who are homeless.

Ronald McDonald House - Chicagoland  Click to visit website
The mission of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana is to improve the health, well-being and education of children through our three core programs:
  • Ronald McDonald Houses - The four Ronald McDonald houses provide a "home-away-from-home" to keep families together while their child is receiving medical treatment far from home.
  • Ronald McDonald Care Mobile - Provides essential health services to children in underserved areas in a mobile environment.
  • Scholarship Program - Supported by Fifth Third Bank, provides renewable scholarships to academically outstanding, community-minded and economically challenged young people.

HFS Scholars  Click to visit website
HFS Chicago Scholars assists economically disadvantaged Chicago inner-city high school students who show academic and leadership promise achieve their educational goals by providing financial assistance and mentoring. We provide the following to our scholars:
  • financial assistance to attend top Chicago private high schools;
  • Academic Directors dedicated to each high school class and one-on-one mentors;
  • four-year written commitment specifying performance expectations;
  • college visits, selection and admissions support

Deborah's Place  Click to visit website
Deborah's Place breaks the cycle of homelessness for women in Chicago. Through a continuum of housing options, comprehensive support services and opportunities for change provided by dedicated volunteers and staff, women succeed in achieving their goals of stable housing, sustainable income and greater self-determination. We seek to fulfill our mission through the expression of our core values:
  • We believe in and encourage creative expression and self determination, and we support an individual's freedom to make choices.
  • We believe in building community through relationships, communication and social commitment.
  • We believe in the right to quality services delivered with respect and empathy.
  • We believe in diversity that honors differences in age, culture and social orientation.
  • We believe in the right to safe, clean and affordable housing.

Toylend  Click to visit website
Toylend's mission is to bring the world of play and toys to children with disabilities and their families in underserved areas of Chicago. Toylend aims to provide families, their caregivers, and professionals with resources and skills to enable children with disabilities to develop through and experience the world of play.

TAPS  Click to visit website
Caring for the families of the fallen...
TAPS is the 24/7 tragedy assistance resource for ANYONE who has suffered the loss of a military loved one, regardless of the relationship to the deceased or the circumstance of the death. Founded out of tragedy in 1994, TAPS has established itself as the front line resource to the families and loved ones of our military men and women. TAPS provides comfort and care through comprehensive services and programs including peer based emotional support, case work assistance, crisis intervention, and grief and trauma resources.

Bindonated
Bin Donated is a registered 501(c)3 charity specializing in a free residential and commercial donation pick-up service. We collect everyday in-kind donation items and then deliver them to other local 501(c)3 charities at no charge. All of the items we collect in the Chicagoland area are redistributed to those in need around the Chicagoland area. We feel very strongly that there are enough people in our own "backyard" that need our help and can benefit from the support of people like you.
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Tree house Humane Society
Tree House Humane Society is a humane organization that promotes the inherent value of every animal and strives to educate the public about proper and responsible animal care, with a focus on the care and placement of stray cats with special physical and emotional needs.
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Inspiration Corporation
In an atmosphere of dignity and respect, Inspiration Corporation helps people who are affected by homelessness and poverty to improve their lives and increase self-sufficiency through the provision of social services, employment training and placement, and housing. Through its supportive services, employment, and housing programs, Inspiration Corporation assists more than 3,000 individuals and families affected by homelessness and poverty each year - serving as a catalyst for self-reliance.
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WITS
Working in the Schools (WITS) is a literacy organization that increases the reading proficiency and learning capacity of low-income and minority students in Chicago Public Schools. WITS recruits and supports dedicated business, government, and community volunteers who deliver measurable and consistent tutoring and mentoring services.
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