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We are a group of volunteers who work from 7 PM to 7 AM to staff a shelter.  Four different churches host our shelters in their community spaces. What is an evening’s schedule for the volunteers? Our 1st shift arrives between 6:30 and 7 PM on their evening.  Around 7 PM, they start in-taking the people who are experiencing homelessness (our … Continue reading "What is PADS?"

We are: The diabetic mother of two who needs insulin to control her disease and attain a healthy lifestyle so she can be there to watch her children grow up The low wage laborer who works 50+ hours a week, but still cannot afford an insurance plan for his family The overworked physician who volunteers … Continue reading "We are…Will-Grundy Medical Clinic"

We are: 76 People with physical, emotional, developmental and intellectual barriers receiving job, home and community supports to live the life they choose, where they choose and how they choose. 30 Employees who advocate daily in all interactions for equality, inclusion and opportunity for all individuals at Illinois Valley. 5 Major programs that ensure the … Continue reading "We are…Illinois Valley Industries"

We are: The mom, who found out that her son – an active teenager – had an unknown cardiac condition that could’ve cost their family his life if it weren’t for a free cardiac screening at his high school. The 80 year old patient, who can visit his doctor without worrying about how he’s going … Continue reading "We are…Morris Hospital Foundation"

We are: 13 volunteer trustees safe-guarding donor funds Burrs under the saddle – agitating for change Always looking under rocks – looking for that next opportunity to dig deep Grantmakers so that charities can spend efforts on clients on fundraisers Making college possible through scholarships The rainmaker – introducing charities to donors who want to … Continue reading "We are…Community Foundation of Grundy County"