As a Community Health Ambassador, we wanted to share some important news.

All 65+ seniors and select frontline essential workers (Postal Service, Shelters, Corrections, Public Transportation, Grocery Stores, Adult Day Care, Educators, Day Care, Food Production/Manufacturing) are now eligible to schedule an appointment in AllVax, Lake County’s portal for vaccination registration and appointments.

Other frontline essential workers (manufacturing, other) will be made eligible in the coming days.

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Some say it takes a village. We say it takes a community.

Caring about neighbors
Opening your eyes and heart
Mobilizing to change the status quo
Making monetary gifts to address needs
Understanding every gift matters
Nurturing children
Improving lives
Taking action now
You will make a difference!

As you think about all you are thankful for this Thanksgiving, please help those who struggle…

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After Having to Take Two Years Off, We Were Finally Able to Gather Once Again, and Boy Did It Feel Good!

Thank you to everyone who joined us as we Gathered for Good at Binny’s this past Friday or who supported our event through a sponsorship, raffle ticket purchase, or donation.

We feasted, sipped, and celebrated all the good in our community (as well as some winning numbers!). We also honored Nancy Mills for her exceptional service to our community and beyond.

Funds raised from the event will support our 2022 annual grants for which we have received close to $975,000 in requests. It’s not too late to help us make a difference in the lives of children and adults throughout Highland Park and Highwood.

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Last month, we introduced you to 5 of our incredible Human Services grant recipients. This month – and each month moving forward – we will highlight the tremendous work of other grantees. Your generosity makes their life-changing work possible.

We proudly share that Josselyn was recently awarded Agency Partner of the Year by Loyola University Chicago School of Social Work.

Josselyn is committed to providing resources for equitable healthcare, regardless of income or location, and recently introduced a model where current employees working toward their MSW are able to simultaneously complete an internship at Josselyn.

Read more about Josselyn’s award and its services HERE.

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Several years ago, our Board set out to enhance our grant funding by diversifying our resources for nonprofits that serve our community. Through partnerships with First Bank of Highland Park and Highland Park Chamber of Commerce, we’ve organized six nonprofit seminars, with the seventh scheduled for later this year. We continuously share helpful information to assist our grantees in their work and facilitate connections among them by hosting biannual gatherings.

Networking is essential for nonprofits to build relationships, share knowledge, and exchange resources. Connecting with each other allows organizations to gain insights into effective strategies, tackle common challenges, and explore collaborative opportunities.

We’re delighted to share a photo and unsolicited comments from Sue Kaden, Executive Director of 112 Education Foundation, and Lauren Berndt, Chief Development Office of Keshet, about their recent networking experience, which also included Lisette Zaid from Center for Enriched Living (CEL).

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September was a whirlwind of activity, and we couldn’t have done it without the incredible support from our community! From the 2024 Annual Grants Board meetings to our annual seminar for nonprofits, and especially Gather for Good, we have much to celebrate and reflect on. Thank you for helping us make these moments possible!

We’re excited to share upcoming opportunities to come together again and support HPCF, including the Turkey Trot and a Paint Your Own Cookie fundraiser. Plus, you can nominate a deserving educator for the 2025 HPCF Golden Apple Award. Together, we make a difference for our neighbors in need and for our entire community.

Thanksgiving is Around the Corner!

Register to Participate or Sign up to Volunteer
for the 2024 North Shore Turkey Trot 5K, 10K, and Kids’ Trot!

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“What a spectacular event!!! Congratulations on an incredible evening of food, spirits, friendship and community. The Community Foundation and “Gather for Good” represent the best of Highland Park: caring for our neighbors, inclusivity, and a strong sense of social responsibility. Thank you for all you do.” — Carol & Rick Wolfe

We gathered for such an important cause: to make a difference, change lives, and strengthen our community.

We are deeply grateful to everyone who supported the event through a sponsorship, ticket or raffle purchase, or a monetary or in-kind donation.

With donations still coming in, we’ve raised nearly $300,000 to support HPCF’s 2025 annual grants. These funds will be used to meet critical needs and enhance the quality of life for all who call our community home.

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As a Community Health Ambassador, we wanted to share some important news.

We do not want to flood your inboxes, but in case you do not subscribe to the City of Highland Park’s newsletters, we wanted to be sure you knew about the City’s vaccination clinic scheduled for April 8th.

The City of Highland Park is hosting a COVID-19 Community Vaccination Clinic on Thursday, April 8, at the Highland Park Country Club, 1201 Park Ave West.

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