65 worthwhile charity options to consider in this season of need
A Chicago-based center of service, advocacy and social change, run and led by people with disabilities.
accessliving.org
Providing state-of-the-art afterschool and summer program opportunities for Chicago teens to explore their passions and develop their talents.
afterschoolmatters.org
For 125 years we have inspired hope for children and their families. Support our legacy and double the impact of your gift!
($:$ up to $85,000)
allendale4kids.org
To protect, conserve, and restore the Great Lakes, ensuring healthy water in the lakes and our communities for all generations of people and wildlife.
greatlakes.org
Working to discover treatments and a cure for ALS, and to serve, advocate for, and empower people affected by ALS to live their lives to the fullest.
alsachicago.org
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To build a healthy and happy community where pets and people thrive together. anticruelty.org
Advancing health, education and economic opportunity through comprehensive, collaborative and effective programs in English and Spanish.
associationhouse.org
ACT increases the collective impact of our 50+ member organizations to improve education and economic development outcomes for Chicago’s Austin area.
austincomingtogether.org
Distributing free quality books to increase book ownership and empower children to gain knowledge, explore new ideas and strengthen reading skills.
berniesbookbank.org
Providing healthy food, critical resources and services to hungry families on Chicago’s west side and near-west suburbs for over 40 years.
gobeyondhunger.org
Strengthening 92 schools that provide brighter futures for 25,000 children from Chicago and Northwest Indiana’s most underresourced neighborhoods.
bigshouldersfund.org
Cara Collective’s vision is to fuel a courageous national movement to eradicate relational and financial poverty. caracollective.org
Casa Central transforms lives and strengthens communities. Our full lifecycle of social services propels a diverse population toward self-sufficiency.
casacentral.org
Improving children’s lives by creating a community where play and learning connect. chicagochildrensmuseum.org
Empowering more people to shape our global future by fostering engagement and expanding access to diverse perspectives from across the globe.
globalaffairs.org
CYSO’s mission is to inspire and cultivate personal excellence through music. After 75 years, CYSO continues to shape generations of young musicians.
We exist to show God’s love to ex-offenders and their families by providing Biblical mentoring and vocational training to help them live godly lives.
cyso.org
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At Child’s Voice, children with hearing loss learn to listen and talk. For more than 25 years we have worked to prepare each student for success.
childsvoice.org
DMSF’s mission is to give high school scholarship assistance and educational support to Chicago students from under-resourced communities. dmsf.org
The Executive Service Corps engages highly trained professionals to provide nonprofits with the consulting services they need to be successful.
execservicecorps.org
Our mission is to end hunger.
chicagosfoodbank.org
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Founded in 1969, Cornerstone Services helps people with disabilities, promoting choice, dignity and the opportunity to live and work in the community.
Cradles to Crayons provides children, ages 0 -12, living in homeless or low-income situations, with essential items needed to thrive, free of charge.
cradlestocrayons.org/chicago
Championing the fight to end HIV/AIDS through awareness, prevention and the pursuit of a cure, while supporting those who are living with the disease.
diffachicago.org
The DuSable is dedicated to the collection, documentation, preservation, and dissemination of the history and culture of people of African descent. dusablemuseum.org
Fatherhood Educational Institute’s mission is to promote positive father involvement and improve the lives of children in disadvantaged communities.
fatherhood-edu.org
We provide pathways to career success for high school students in Chicago through skills training, meaningful work experiences and relationships. genesysworks.org
Our mission is to aid people with substance use disorders in their recovery by providing comprehensive behavioral health solutions. haymarketcenter.org
We are a courageous human rights and social justice organization that positively impacts the lives of those who face barriers to a safe, stable, and secure future.
heartlandalliance.org
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To help children thrive and families flourish through innovative, community-based programs. hephzibahhome.org
HODC’s mission is to develop, manage, and preserve housing that is affordable to low- and moderateincome households in Chicago’s northern suburbs.
hodc.org
To provide help, healing, and caring services infused with Jewish values to strengthen lives in our community. jcfs.org
La Casa Norte shelters and houses unaccompanied youth, youth-led families, and families experiencing or at risk of being homeless in Chicago. lacasanorte.org
JCC Chicago is a world-class organization that provides innovative programming for people of all ages to bring communities together. jccchicago.org
Ensuring that seniors and individuals with disabilities benefit from nutritious meal programs that improve quality of life and maximize independence.
mealsonwheelschicago.org
Legal Council uses the power of the law to secure dignity, opportunity, and well-being for people facing barriers due to illness or disability. legalcouncil.org
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A solution for kids and families in crisis, providing a safe home, healing, education, life skills, and opportunities to build resilience and success.
mercyhome.org
Transforming the lives of Chicago-area youth by providing equal access to high-quality music education. meritmusic.org
Sharing life with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through a full continuum of care.
misericordia.com
Encouraging the planting and conservation of trees and other plants for a greener, healthier, and more beautiful world.
mortonarb.org
The NHF is working to advance education, awareness, advocacy, and research for the 40 million Americans living with migraine and headache disorders. headaches.org
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The Nature Conservancy is dedicated to conserving the lands and waters on which all life depends. nature.org/illinois
NHS works to create opportunities for people to live in affordable homes, improve their lives, and strengthen their neighborhoods. nhschicago.org
New Moms strengthens families by partnering with young moms as they progress towards housing stability, economic mobility, and family well-being. newmoms.org
The Night Ministry provides human connection, housing support and health care to members of our community who are unhoused or experiencing poverty. thenightministry.org
Nourishing Hope, formerly known as Lakeview Pantry, provides food, mental health counseling and other social services for anyone in need. nourishinghopechi.org
Partnering with families, we support people with developmental disabilities to achieve the lives they want to live in their communities. orchardvillage.org
PAWS Chicago is the city’s largest comprehensive No Kill animal shelter that has led the reduction of homeless pets euthanized in the city by 91%. pawschicago.org
Perspectives Charter Schools’ innovative A Disciplined Life® education model prepares students for life in a changing world and equips them with the tools they need to succeed. pcsedu.org
We exist so families can get better together. ronaldhousechicago.org
RUSH is improving health in our community by providing highquality mental health services, building a strong health care workforce and more.
rush.edu
The Salvation Army’s mission is to meet human need without discrimination by providing shelter, meals, and other services to those who need it most. salarmyncil.org
Improve the quality of life for individuals with intellectual disabilities through educational, residential and vocational programs and support. shoreservices.org
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We lead the fight for racial and economic justice by litigating, shaping policy, and training and connecting people in the advocacy community.
povertylaw.org
Skills for Chicagoland’s Future reduces barriers to employment and increases equity by connecting unemployed and underemployed Chicagoans to jobs.
skillsforchicagolandsfuture.com
Providing year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. soill.org
We aim to elevate marginalized voices and provide opportunities to earn income with dignity. We have provided “a hand up, not a handout” for 30 years.
streetwise.org
Our mission is to improve the well-being of the communities we serve by providing accessible, high-quality healthcare. tap360health.org
Thresholds provides innovative behavioral and primary healthcare to people with mental health and substance use conditions. thresholds.org
We plant fruit trees to feed people, create jobs, and benefit the environment. The families and communities we serve become self-sufficient.
treesthatfeed.org
Tutoring Chicago delivers the power of education through one-to-one tutoring. tutoringchicago.org
Our goal is to ensure our neighbors have access to the resources needed to thrive. United, we’re building a stronger, more equitable Chicago region.
liveunitedchicago.org
We serve individuals, families, and communities who need it most, when they need it most, by ensuring they have a place to call home.
voaillinois.org
Support and accelerate business growth, targeting women and serving all diverse business owners, in order to strengthen their impact on the economy.
The mission of the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago is to strengthen community by connecting all people to their purpose, potential, and each other.
wbdc.org
ymcachicago.org
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