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COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Thank you, St. Theresa Catholic Church, Palatine
We are truly grateful for the ongoing support of St. Theresa Catholic Church for the many ways the compassionate generosity of its members helps sustain our work.
FamilyForward Staff
Apr 232 min read


Thank you, Lou Walton
FamilyForward co-founder Lou Walton has retired from the board of directors, effective May 2024, leaving a legacy of service and growth.
Kris Mainellis
Apr 30, 20242 min read


Giving Hope: Oktoberfest raises $70,000 to help low-income, working families
On Sunday, October 15, 2023, FamilyForward hosted Giving Hope: Oktoberfest, its most successful fundraising event ever.
Kris Mainellis
Oct 24, 20232 min read


FamilyFOREward Golf Outing 2023 was a success!
On Wednesday, June 7, 2023, FamilyForward leaders and supporters had a fun time out on the green, all to support our program families!
Kris Mainellis
Aug 23, 20231 min read


Giving Hope nets $65,000 to empower families
The community stepped up in a big way on Sunday, October 2, 2022, for FamilyForward’s annual premier fundraiser event, Giving Hope.
Kris Mainellis
Oct 17, 20221 min read


Giving Hope 2021: Celebrating successes, envisioning a promising future
This year's Giving Hope event was a time of celebration and an opportunity to look ahead toward a promising future.
Chris Farnsworth and Tim Wayman
Nov 11, 20212 min read


BOARD MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: John Sonderegger
John Sonderegger's daily mission is to help others make the most of life. His work with Faith Community Homes illustrates this philosophy.
Kris A. Mainellis
Apr 22, 20213 min read
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