Scott Mortenson was named the 2025 Volunteer of the Year during the Forest Preserve District of Will County’s annual volunteer celebration in April. A volunteer since 2020, Mortenson was recognized for his positive attitude and willingness to help wherever needed. “Mortenson has taken dependability to a whole new level this
The Batavia Chamber of Commerce is proud to host a Volunteer Fair Tuesday, April 28, from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Batavia Public Library, 10 S. Batavia Ave., Batavia. The event will bring together more than 35 nonprofit organizations under one roof, offering a unique opportunity for individuals
Do you know a high school student who wants to make a difference by supporting local nonprofits that serve youth in the Fox River Valley? If so, encourage them to apply for the Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley’s Youth Engagement in Philanthropy (YEP) Program. The online application for
CASA Kane County invites the community to join Hands Around the Courthouse (HATCH) at noon Thursday, April 9 at the Kane County Courthouse100 S. 3rd Street, Geneva. The annual event is a powerful reminder of the urgent need to protect children from abuse and neglect while raising awareness about its
Pick up a box of canned goods, fresh fruit and veggies, frozen meat, bread, milk, eggs, and more at the free Plano Food Pantry, Friday, March 20 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.. All in need are welcome to visit the First Lutheran Church in Plano, 200 N Center Street.
Pick up a box of canned goods, fresh fruit and veggies, frozen meat, bread, milk, eggs, and more at the free Plano Food Pantry, Friday, March 20 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.. All in need are welcome to visit the First Lutheran Church in Plano, 200 N Center Street.
Check out the FREE Plano Food Pantry…Pick up a box of canned goods, fresh fruit & veggies, frozen meat, bread, milk, eggs and more at the FREE Plano Food Pantry, Friday, Feb. 20 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.. All in need are welcome to visit the location at First
Congregants at Wesley United Methodist Church, 14 N. May St. in Aurora are collecting donations for the Aurora warming center. Wesley lead pastor Rev. Tammy Scott, said, “There are many ways we can support the work of the warming center being hosted by Becoming Oswego Church at Aurora Financial Empowerment
Our Lady of Good Council (OLGC) Knights of Columbus Council #14929 members donate to Fox Valley Special Recreation (FVSRA) recently.
Aurora Area Interfaith Food Pantry executive director Katie Arko told Aurora Lions Club members January 15 the pantry is continuing its core mission of feeding neighbors in need. During a noon talk at Riverview Diner in Montgomery, Arko reported what her nonprofit does and how the public can help. “We’re
Aurora Lions Club members fulfilled their club’s motto, “We Serve,” January 9. Returning for an annual community-service project, 11 Lions prepared and served lunches to about 200 guests at Hesed House homeless shelter in Aurora. Jay Short, Aurora club first vice president and service co-chair, coordinated the feeding event. He
Pick up a box of canned goods, fresh fruit & veggies, frozen meat, bread, milk, eggs, and more at the Free Plano Food Pantry, Friday, Jan. 16 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.. All in need are welcome at First Lutheran Church in Plano, 200 N Center Street. Bring your
Aurora’s Dominican Literacy Center needs women volunteer tutors. DLC executive director Claire Wiesner-Smillie said, “Join our learning community at the Dominican Literacy Center in Aurora! The DLC is looking for women volunteers who seek to serve and support women students in the community through mentorship and English tutoring. “The DLC
Kenny Battle of Naperville, an NBA and West Aurora High basketball alum, sponsored a frozen turkey giveaway Sunday, Dec. 21 afternoon. The first-ever event was held at Fox Valley Park District’s Prisco Community Center in Aurora. Battle was partners with the City of Aurora government, Loaves & Fishes food pantry,
Dick Schindel of Aurora, left, was among 20 Aurora Lions Club members and friends who helped raise $1,515 for Salvation Army Aurora Corps’ 2025 Red Kettle drive.
Loaves & Fishes Community Services announced the launch of Hub 2.0, a transformational facility expansion designed to significantly increase access to fresh, healthy food for families across DuPage, Kane, Kendall, and Will Counties. Hub 2.0 is the cornerstone of Nourish Together, a bold regional initiative that can more than double
Kiwanis Club of Aurora members prepare to move Kane County Toys for Tots holiday gifts to outdoor storage.
Members from Plano Rockin’ Christmas, American Legion Riders Post #181 from Sandwich, and Open Roads ABATE supported Plano Rockin’ Christmas by distributing gift cards to residents at Deer Run Apartments and Countryside Villages in Plano December 13.
Aurora University athletes won the 2025 Northern Athletic Collegiate Conference “Cans Across the Conference” contest. During a 20th annual drive from October-November, Spartan athletes collected a record 6,670 items. Included were canned foods and nonperishable items such as shampoo, soap, toothpaste and deodorant which were donated to the Aurora Area
