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McHenry County Chapter

Join our network of people who want to be invested in empowering nonprofits and improving our communities. No committees, no fundraising, no event planning, no silent auction. We will meet quarterly on the third Wednesday in February, May, August and November.

Each member’s annual commitment is $400.00 with payments of $100.00 per meeting.

Upcoming Meetings

Wednesday, November 19

Join us for pizza and fellowship at 6:30pm!
Location: Buddyz Pizza

1138 N Green St, McHenry, IL 60050
www.buddyzwindycitypizza.com

2025

We meet on Third Wednesdays once per quarter:

February 14, May 14, August 20 & November 19

Registration & Fellowship: 6:30-7:00pm
Charity Presentations & Voting: 7:00-8:00pm
Location: Buddyz Pizza – 1138 N Green St, McHenry, IL 60050-5703

Any member can nominate a charity in McHenry County that serves the under-resourced and is a designated 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization.

For more information, contact:

Jill Payne 847-693-8911 or Sarah VanDerLip (847) 226-6370

Grants Awarded

2025

February – Kindred Life

May – Lighthouse Housing Alliance

August – Illinois Fire Safety Alliance (IFSA)

2024

November – Elderwerks
August – Holiday Home Camp
May – Shining Abilities
March – CASA of McHenry County

2023

November – Gigi’s Playhouse
August – CASA of McHenry County
May – Rahab’s Daughters
February – Main Stay Farm

2022

November – Ruth Project

August – Isa Kranz Foundation
May – Northern Illinois Special Recreation Association (NISRA)

February – Teen Mother Choices

2021

November – Safe Families of the Greater Chicagoland
August – The Break: Crystal Lake Teen Center
May – Diaper Bank of Northern Illinois
February – Hearts for Hope

2020

February – Nationwide Chaplain Services
June – Luke 3:11 Share Center
November – Our Little Story

2019

February – Home of the Sparrow
May – Refuge for Women
August – Lutheran Church Charities, Northbrook, IL
November – Habitat for Humanity, McHenry County

2018

November – TLS Veterans

Nominated Nonprofits

Below are the nonprofits that have been nominated for consideration by the McHenry County chapter.
To nominate a new charity, visit our Nonprofit Nomination form.

Alexander Leigh Center for Autism (ALCA)

The Alexander Leigh Center for Autism (ALCA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, full-day, year-round therapeutic day school approved by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE). The day school serves children from the ages of 3-22 with autism spectrum disorder (ASD),…

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Bernie’s Book Bank

Transforming children’s stories with free books. Children are empowered to explore new ideas, gain knowledge, strengthen reading skills.

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Big Brothers/Big Sisters of McHenry County

One-to-one mentoring for children and youth

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Canines for Comfort

Providing hope & comfort for veterans, children, and our community through companionship with psychiatric service dogs & emotional support animals

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CASA of McHenry County

Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of McHenry County gives these children a voice in court so they can grow up in safe, forever homes where they can thrive. CASA volunteers make a life-long difference for children – one child at a…

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Child Advocacy Center McHenry County

The mission of the Child Advocacy Center of McHenry County is to reduce trauma to child victims of abuse through coordinating a timely, comprehensive, and multidisciplinary response in reported cases of child sexual abuse and severe physical abuse.

Consumer Credit Counseling of Northern Illinois

Our financial counselors help clients who are struggling financially to find options. A counselor can guide you through debt management, student loan help, housing issues and more. Our financial literacy educational seminars are also invaluable resources for our communities.

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Faith Acres

Faith Acres Foundation helps YOU help others in need through prayer, relationships, health and finances. We offer aid to people through our network of Sharing Center Pantries located in McHenry and Lake County. At our community-based Sharing Centers we provide…

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GiGi’s Playhouse

Our mission is change the way the world views Down syndrome and to send a global message of acceptance for all. We envision a world where individuals with Down syndrome are accepted and embraced in their families, schools, and communities.

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Hearts for Hope

It is our mission to unite as a community to exude compassion and encouragement by delivering care packages to those in need.

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Horizons for the Blind

Horizons for the Blind is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization dedicated to improving equitable opportunities through inclusion for the blind, visually impaired, and the companies who wish to accelerate their connection to this $13.2 billion* market. Headquartered Northwest of Chicago, the…

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Illinois Fire Safety Alliance

Camp I Am Me by Illinois Fire Safety Alliance is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides free programs throughout the year to children, adults, and families that have been affected by burn-related injuries – providing them the much needed physical,…

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Keeping Families Covered

(formerly Diaper Bank of Northern Illinois) Providing diapers for those who need them most

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Kids in Need of McHenry County

Kids In Need of McHenry County supports both families and the professionals who serve children. If you’re a parent, guardian, or caregiver in need of assistance, or a child-serving agency looking to request support for a child, you’ll find what…

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LCC K-9 Comfort Dog Ministry®

The LCC K-9 Ministry embraces the unique, calming nature and skills of AKC Purebred Golden Retrievers to interact with people of all ages and circumstances. LCC trains Comfort Dogs and Handlers who serve every day in their local communities. When invited, they…

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If you are unable to attend, the group still depend on your donation commitment to the selected charity. Please be sure to make your contribution by sending a check with another member to the meeting, or mailing a check immediately after the meeting. You can also make a payment to the selected charity through our Community Purse Giving Fund at the National Christian Foundation by clicking the button below.

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*Please note: We request that a $3.00 handling fee be added for online credit card donations ($103).
For account transfer donations, there is no fee.