Thank you to everyone who sent me their information in an effort to win the free Shecky’s tickets! I’ve notified the winners by email, and they’re now one step closer to getting their “Sip.Shop.Sample” on!
For the rest of you ladies who are still interested in attending, it’s not too late! Click on the flyer below [...]

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While I’m totally aware that Black History Month is almost over, I still felt that it was important for me to profile African-American individuals and organizations which are at the forefront of philanthropy within the community. The four-part series will introduce readers to the following roles: The Communicator, The Adviser, The Grant-Maker, and The Giver.
The [...]

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When I got home last night, I noticed a stack of vouchers on the front desk of the lobby. The first thing that caught my said was something about 15% off. Upon closer inspection, I learned that the voucher was advertising the “Out with the Old, Save on the New” event that Ann Cares, the [...]

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On Wednesday March 4th, the Chicago Fashion Foundation is hosting their 2nd annual Scholarship Benefit, a fashion show featuring the designs of five local design students. These students will have the opportunity to present their designs in a live fashion show to a panel of judges from the Chicago fashion community. The winning designer will [...]

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In talking to many of you, it’s very clear that you’re more than ready for spring to arrive. You’ve picked out new shoes or are planning to purchase some new pairs to usher in the warm temperatures and green grass. Well, as you buy new shoes, at some point you may have to think about [...]

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As we give our money to nonprofits and various charitable groups, it’s very important that you know how your money is being used. That is, unless you have an unlimited amount of money to give. As for me, I want my dollars (or at least the majority) to go towards programs and services, and not [...]

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Chicago gals…Don’t forget to send me your information to enter the raffle for Shecky’s Girls Night Out tickets!
All you need to do is send me (thefabgiver@gmail.com) the following information by this Thursday, the 26th:
Your Name
Your Favorite Cause/Organization
That’s it! So simple…I will let the winners know on Friday, the 27th! For more information, click the flyer [...]

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Before I get started, let me just say that I l-o-v-e events like this one! The Illinois Medical District Guest House Foundation has a goal of providing affordable short-term housing to the families of patients receiving treatment at one of the three* IMD hospitals. Currently, the IMD Guest House Foundation is leasing 10 apartments with [...]

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This Friday, I’ll be volunteering at the Macy’s Go Red for Women Luncheon, which is actually at Macy’s (in case you were wondering). Now, I suspected that I would have to wear some red, but now I’m thinking that I will more than likely need to be in all red
The frowny face is [...]

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Happy Monday, everyone! My Monday morning topic is brought to you courtesy of the classic movie “School Daze.”
While watching the movie, one particular scene stuck out. The conversation discussing the financial situation of the college. I believe the question phrased was “Who supports the black colleges?”
In the past few weeks, I’ve seen a few articles talking [...]

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