Before the pandemic you could find Ellie, a third grader at Gleason Lake Elementary, “working” at the food shelf the first Saturday of every month. Now, she is busy doing remote learning and spending time with her new cocker spaniel puppy named Lady. Ellie is eight years old. Her favorite color is purple. Her favorite […]
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Your support creates a sense of belonging here
Brené Brown, world-renowned researcher, spent years studying and interviewing people about the things that really matter: vulnerability, courage, worthiness and shame. When she asked what people were worried about and trying to achieve, it was the idea of belonging that was most important. Many yearn to “be part of something – to experience real connection […]
Outreach Development Corporation
Outreach Development Corporation (ODC) Outreach Development Corporation (ODC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that successfully mobilizes cross-sector partnerships to preserve, acquire, and develop quality multi-unit affordable housing with services. ODC and its partners have developed 298 affordable rental units in the west suburban communities. With Interfaith Outreach as our service partner, we are igniting the […]
Community Conversation: Affordable Housing at Risk
Free virtual screening and community conversation Attend an evening or morning session: Tuesday, Dec. 15, 7-8:30 p.m. (FULL) Wednesday, Dec. 16, 8-9:30 a.m. Join the community conversation as we screen the TPT documentary titled Sold Out: Affordable Housing at Risk. Affordable housing is under constant threats from changing economic forces. Individuals and families experiencing poverty and […]
New e-cards to honor those you love
“This personalized e-card message thing is the coolest thing ever!” – Interfaith donor You can now recognize someone special, commemorate a milestone or honor a lost loved one by making a special gift in their name. NEW — a tribute gift to Interfaith Outreach now lets you send an e-card message that you can personalize when […]
Bring a child or teen birthday joy!
Can you help us stock the Interfaith Outreach Birthday Shelf (available to kids turning 1-18) and ensure all children have a happy birthday celebration? We have many crafts and books available but are in need of fleece tie blankets, DVDs, gift cards and other popular items listed below. In addition to one birthday gift valued […]