Fundraising & Family Assistance

September 24, 2026

Governor Pritzker Announces LIHEAP Applications for Utility Bill Assistance

Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) are encouraging eligible families to apply for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) to support income-eligible households with utility costs for natural gas, propane, and electricity.

September 14, 2026

OSF Saint Katharine to Host Annual Salad Day Benefiting United Way

The popular Apple Harvest Sizzling Salad will be available on Thursday, September 17, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., or while supplies last.

September 10, 2026

Last Alarm Pub’s Queen of Hearts Donation Helps SVCC Clippers Campaign Secure $50,000 Matching Gift

A popular local fundraiser has helped the Sauk Valley College Foundation reach a major milestone in the Clippers Campaign.

September 9, 2026

Community Invited to Donate Essential Care Items for Mothers and Babies

Beginning October 1, mothers and families in need will have access to essential baby and personal care items through Blessing Baskets at the OSF HealthCare Saint Katharine Medical Center OB/GYN Clinic and The Mom Spot at Town Square Centre.

September 1, 2026

OSF Saint Katharine Supports United Way of Lee County Mini Food Pantry with $5,000 Donation

OSF Saint Katharine is proud to support the United Way of Lee County Mini Food Pantry with a $5,000 donation.

September 1, 2026

United Way Hosting Day of Caring in Lee and Ogle Counties

United Way of Lee County and United Way of Ogle County are bringing volunteers and local organizations together this September for Day of Caring, a community-wide volunteer event designed to connect people who want to give back with local nonprofits and organizations that need a helping hand.

August 21, 2026

Twin Cities PADS Homeless Shelter to Close Temporarily for Restructuring

The Twin Cities PADS Homeless Shelter (TC PADS), the sole emergency shelter serving individuals experiencing homelessness in Whiteside County, Illinois, announced today that it will temporarily close on September 1, 2026, due to insufficient funding, staffing issues, and necessary restructuring.

June 17, 2026

Granny Rose Animal Shelter Launches Emergency Fundraising Campaign to Avoid Closure

Granny Rose Animal Shelter is asking the community for help as it faces a financial crisis that could force the nonprofit rescue organization to close its doors.

June 7, 2026

Happy Tails Seeks Community Support Through Online Auction and Open House Event

Happy Tails Humane Society is inviting the community to participate in its upcoming online auction, which will serve as the kickoff to the organization's Open House celebration.

May 28, 2026

River Bend Food Bank Receives Up to 40,000 Pounds of Donated Food Through America250 Initiative

As the United States approaches the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, River Bend Food Bank will welcome a fully loaded semi-truck carrying up to 40,000 pounds of donated food and cleaning supplies on June 3.