Every year, individuals and organizations across the globe unite for World AIDS Day on December 1st. While there are many HIV/AIDS awareness dates throughout the year, this particular day brings everyone to the same table. Community groups across the country will be commemorating this day by hosting educational and fundraising activities for various related organizations. I’ve gathered a list of a few and posted the details below. For more information, make sure that you click [...]
This Saturday, it’s time for you to get your shop on without stressing about the economy (or lack thereof). The Bottomless Closet, a non-profit that assists women in job transition, is inviting you into their office to shop new and gently used women’s clothing starting at $5. Inventory includes suits and tops, as well as accessories ranging from shoes to belts to purses. Every now and then, Bottomless Closet hosts these sales to reduce inventory [...]
West Loop hotspot Red Kiva will be celebrating their two year anniversary this Wednesday, April 30th with a soiree. The swanky set will benefit TPAN (Test Positive Aware Network), a Chicago organization dedicated to empowering people living with HIV through peer-led programming, support services, information dissemination, and advocacy. For more details, please view the flyer below! -kb
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 below and check out my original post! -kb
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 the goal of constructing a stand-alone facility near the Medical District. On Thursday, March 5th, they are hosting a beauty [...]
Happy Monday! How was everyone’s weekend? From most FB/Twitter status messages, I’m assuming that most of you all enjoyed some nice, sunny weather! It was in upper 40s/mid 50s in Chicago, which was a HUGE deal given what we’ve been dealing with! But, believe it or not, I still saw some piles of snow still sitting around Hopefully, the 60 degree weather (promised on Tuesday) will get rid of it ONCE and for all…Or until [...]
To my Chicago ladies, I know that the weather is testing your nerves, but don’t let it get the best of you! Try altering your beauty routine to help you feel better! Lather Salon is hosting events tonight and tomorrow designed to not only pretty you up, but also to raise funds and awareness for P.A.V.E. (Promoting Awareness, Victim Empowerment), an organization committed to using education and action to fight domestic and sexual violence. Read the rest of [...]
This month, Chic Gems will be partnering with PAVE, a national organization dedicated to raising funds for domestic abuse awareness and prevention. Chic Gems is no stranger to supporting charitable causes. Past partners have included Imerman Angels and UCAN, an organization supporting Illinois youth and families. For a list of locations where Chic Gems jewelry is sold, please visit chicgemsetc.com/stores. -kb Update: If you purchase Chic Gems on the website and use the code [...]
The Greater Chicago Food Depository is still accepting donations for its holiday food drive. You have until January 3rd to drop off non-perishable items at your local Dominick’s store. The economy has placed a greater strain on family resources and agencies like the GCFD are reporting an increase in need citywide. So, please do your part and pick up some extra food (if you can) and drop it in the bins at Dominick’s! -kb
