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| Daybreakapalooza – May 14th 2010 – 6:30pm–11:30pm | |
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featuring Joliet’s premiere karaoke contest, DJ, bean bag tournament, raffles, food, beer & wine, and more. Don't miss all the fun and excitement of this Spring event!More info… |
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| First Look for Charity – February 10th 2011 – 6:30pm–10:30pm | |
 This black tie extravaganza offers more than just the first peek at the Chicago Auto Show. It’s an opportunity for you to join us in our renowned hospitality suite filled with amenities galore. You won’t want to miss the magnificent hors d’oeuvres, the “Charitini” (our signature martini), private coat check, professional portraits, and more. It’s a night to remember!More info… |
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| Playing for Miracles – November 12th 2010 – 6:30pm–Midnight | |
 Famous for their antics and showmanship at Chicago’s Howl at the Moon, Tony Kidonakis and Andrew Blenderman combine their talents to provide a fun-filled, casual, high-energy, request driven, sing-along, clap-along, dance-along show with their dueling pianos.More info… |
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| Holiday Appeal – November–January | |
 Support the works of Catholic Charities through a monetary contribution that will be used to support programs and services that provide help and create hope for 60,000 persons each year. Did you know that 90 cents of every dollar raised goes directly to client programs? More Info |
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| Gift of Christmas/Sponsor a Family Program – November 15–December 20 | |
 Read about “real-life” families, children, individuals and seniors who are currently clients of Catholic Charities and are hoping and praying that their Christmas will be filled with joy and a few necessities this year. Choose one or more compelling stories and “sponsor” that family’s need.More info… |
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| Holiday Outreach Program – in DuPage, Will and Grundy Counties | |
 Some of your neighbors might find this Christmas season impossible to deal with. Families have been unemployed and times are the toughest they have ever been in years. If you want to help meet the specific needs of a family or person who is currently a client in need at Catholic Charities, participating in this program is a great way to share your holiday blessings!More info… |
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| Sharing the Warmth – in Kankakee County | |
 If you want to be an angel on earth to a low-income senior living in Kankakee County this Christmas, this is your opportunity. This program matches low-income seniors with donors who are willing to buy the items on their “wish list”. You can be their “Secret Santa”!To get involved or become a donor, contact Jennifer Wick at 815.724.1129. |
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 Back to School Fairs – August |
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 Help get children from low-income families ready for the new school year by supporting the Back to School Fairs in Will, DuPage, and Kankakee Counties. Most fairs offer free school supplies, immunizations, physicals, dental exams and more! Planning for the fairs begins in January each year, but it's never too late to call.Please contact the following persons for more information: In DuPage County, contact Mary Tarnow at 630.495.8008 x 2110. In Will County, contact Monica Strong Hughey (Daybreak Center) at 815.774.4663. In Kankakee County, contact Greg Harris at 815.933.7791 x102. |
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| Undy Sunday – October | |
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 Many of us take things like underwear and socks from granted, but for low-income persons, especially children and seniors, they are often a luxury. Your church, civic group or community group can be part of this exciting underwear drive.For more information, contact Patricia Trebe at 815.724.1139. |
| The Angel Fund – Feb 17–April 30 | |
 We didn't know where to turn during these difficult economic times until an angel offered to rescue us. Our "angel" is an anonymous donor who will match your contribution dollar for dollar up to $50,000 starting in Lent through the end of April.More info… |
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| Feinstein Challenge – March 1–April 30 | |
 If you want to help feed the hungry, this mail campaign not only raises funds for Shepherd’s Table that provides over 70,000 meals each year, but a portion of your contribution is also matched by philanthropist Alan Shawn Feinstein.More info… |
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| Catholic Charities Month Appeal – July–September |
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 Need never takes a vacation. This mail appeal helps Catholic Charities generate revenue during the months we need it the most – July, August and September.More info… |
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