This month, your support helped bring our mission to life in so many ways. Families came together to celebrate with a Mother’s Day breakfast and Father Figure Game Night, while behind the scenes, our team strengthened programs through training and reflection. Because of you, every step we take builds stronger families and brighter futures. We’re grateful to have you with us on this journey and look forward to what we create together in the future.
Keep reading to see how we’re making an impact together!
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Thursday, July 31: Early Learning End of Year Celebration
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Sunday, August 3: 5th Annual Pickleball Fundraiser
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Thursday, October 23: Save the Date for our Fall Celebration
Denim Drive
Once again, our friends at The Denim Lounge Roscoe Village held a denim drive to support our work. We are truly grateful for their continued partnership and generosity.
Check out what our behind-the-scenes teams have been up to lately!
Support Our Families
Families are falling through the cracks as cuts to housing, childcare, and healthcare take a toll. At Children’s Place Association, we’re doing all we can for kids with serious health needs, teens aging out of foster care, and families facing eviction. The need keeps growing. Help us raise $50,000 in emergency support to keep vital programs running and provide kids with the care they deserve. [Click here to give.]
Diaper Drive
Diapers are a daily essential for the infants and toddlers we serve, and our supplies are running low.
Our annual Diaper Drive runs through the end of July, and we could use your help. You can support by sending items from our [Amazon Wishlist] or by emailing us to get involved.
Pickleball Anyone?
Join the Joie & Wendi Group from @properties Christie’s International Real Estate for the 5th Annual Pickleball Fundraiser on Sunday, August 3rd. The fun starts at 10 AM in Highland Park. We can’t wait to see you there. [Click here] for details.
Junior Board Fun
Along with the hard work our Junior Board puts in throughout the year, we also make time for fun. A recent gathering at Island Party Hut on the Chicago Riverwalk provided us with a great opportunity to connect and unwind together. We’re grateful for their energy, ideas, and continued support of our mission.
If you’re between 20 and 40 and want to join this dynamic group helping raise awareness and funding for our kids, [click here].
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Home-Based Learning:
Volunteers are welcome on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays to help organize diapers/wipes, office supplies, and file documents. Our office is open from 7 am to 3 pm, and volunteers can leave once tasks are completed. Your help is greatly appreciated!
Interested? Email us to get involved!
Check out what our teams have been up to lately!
Month in Review
At the beginning of May, we wrapped up our after-school programming for the semester. Our students closed out the season by presenting their Civic Leadership Foundation project. They explored essential topics, including mental health, emotional support, access to clean water, and the value of art and art education. We ended the day with a pizza party to celebrate the hard work and achievements of our Thrivers.
CPA shoutout goes to:
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The Child Thrive team is grateful to Rachel Craven, Ooshene Fox, Howard Rossman, and David Elias for partnering with us through the Civic Leadership Foundation. It was a pleasure collaborating to bring their civic engagement and leadership program to our Thrivers!
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A special thank you to Lia Kornmehl for volunteering with Thrive—your support made a big impact, and we’ll truly miss you!
Month in Review
In May, our Early Learning Center team completed our Annual Self-Assessment, taking time to reflect on and strengthen our practices for the future. In honor of Mental Health Month, we offered staff training opportunities and hosted a Spring Resource Fling for families. We also celebrated the caregivers in our community with a Mother’s Day breakfast, bringing everyone together for a joyful Father Figure Game Night.
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CPA shoutout goes to:
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Happy 72nd Birthday to Ms. Angie, our shining star and beloved lead teacher in the infant classroom! Your warmth, wisdom, and endless care inspire us every day.
Month-in-Review
In May, we took time to celebrate the maternal figures in our Home-Based families with care and appreciation. During our mental health event, families connected with helpful resources and learned simple ways to manage stress and support emotional well-being. One of the highlights was watching families enjoy time together exploring the ELC playground and soaking up the fresh air.
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CPA shoutout goes to:
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Ashley Delgado, for her dedication and growth as a home visitor. Wishing you all the best on your next chapter!
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THANK YOU, THIS MONTH’S SUPPORTERS
Major Company & Foundation Supporters
Stand Out for Good /Altar’d State
Major Individual Supporters
Richard Bae, Leslie McLeod, Rosalie Murphy and Eric Selinger, John Stanhaus, Kurt & Vicki Warning
Care Circle Supporters
Derek Breese, Tyra Castle, Molly Donahue, Maria Lamboley, Mary Claire Larson, Robyn Lynn, Brett Mandel, Samuel Odishoo, Angela Smedley
In-Kind Donations
Sleep sacks: a partner of Maternal and Child Health Initiatives at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital.
Jeans: The Denim Lounge
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