We housed so many individuals this summer that our supply of household cleaning products and toiletries is extremely depleted. With several more clients expected to move into housing in the coming weeks, we are in need of products to resupply our inventory. We are also anticipating an influx of clients when the weather turns consistently cold, exacerbating the need. Donating these items is one of the simplest, most direct ways to help our clients. If you are interested in providing the items listed below, please call the Support Center at 708.338.1724, ext. 239 to arrange a drop-off time. Thanks for your help!
Imagine moving to a new apartment when everything you own fits in several grocery bags. That is the experience of many of those we’re serving through the Hotel-to-Home Initiative. Since each Hotel-to-Home Kit has a story, we’re sharing how one kit came into being.
When brothers Joe and Anthony Shaker, of Shaker Recruitment Marketing, told their Lake Street neighbor Veronica Ciobotaru, owner of Delia’s Kitchen, that they wanted to help those affected by COVID-19...
This past holiday season, shoppers at Ten Thousand Villages in Oak Park doubled their giving. By supported artisans in more than 35 developing countries earn a fair wage for their handicrafts, they also supported our cause and clients when Housing Forward received 15% of sales.
