The Elmhurst Junior Women’s Club and its members serve the community and put the fun in fundraising

By Valerie Hardy Over twenty-five years since its formation, the Elmhurst Junior Women’s Club (EJWC) continues to be a small group that makes a big…

DuPage Pads

At this year’s Taste of Hope event in late February, DuPagePads once again proved the power of a community that believes everyone deserves a safe…

Chicago Auto Show’s First Look for Charity

This year marks the 116th edition of the Chicago Auto Show, North America's longest-running auto exposition. First staged in 1901, the show brings thousands of…

Chicago Auto Show: First Look for Charity supports the Turning Pointe Autism Foundation

By Anna Hughes Approximately one in 36 children across the United States will receive an autism diagnosis. This news is burdensome for families who have…

Ringing in the Season

By Maureen Callahan November 17, 2023 Elmhurst, EM Giving Back
By Maureen Callahan The ceremonial sound of bells elevates any event to a special occasion, especially the particular elegance of a handbell choir. It’s truly…

Rich Support: York High School Distinguished Alumnus Jerry Rich offers support for individuals with autism spectrum disorder

By Valerie Hardy September 8, 2023 Elmhurst, EM Giving Back
BY VALERIE HARDY Based in Lisle, Giant Steps is a therapeutic day school certified to exclusively serve students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) as their…

Budding Boosters: York High’s Booster Club sees to the extras for students athletes

By Maureen Callahan September 8, 2023 Elmhurst, EM Giving Back
By Maureen Callahan There are always items that aren’t covered by high school athletic budgets. Those extras, when gifted to a team, make all the…