Thanks to the generosity of Jewel-Osco, JCPenny of Lombard and many individual donors, United Way of Metropolitan Chicago was able to brighten the holidays of 75 families in its network of services on December 19. Guests received gift cards, presents for children, warm clothing for the winter and two bags of food for [...]

From the Daily Herald | Posted Jan 3, 2009

Daily Herald Editorial Board
We enter 2009 with the economy in a tailspin blamed on, among other things, materialism, excessive borrowing and poor judgment.
It’s no wonder trendspotters predict a change in values, habits and lifestyle for the new year. Marian Salzman says we’re in for a [...]

From Chicago Sun-Times | Posted December 30, 2008

At the stroke of midnight Wednesday, time runs out on 2008 — and on thousands of nonprofits scrambling to stay afloat.
That means we have just two days left to give.
This year, the annual December pleas are especially plaintive.
Demand for food, shelter and other basics is [...]