Home of the Sparrow would like to thank our amazing volunteers during #NationalVolunteerAppreciationWeek! Our volunteers are the heart of our organization and help make Home of the Sparrow what it is today. Thank you for helping us change the lives of homeless women...
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Check out the Food Shed Co-op! A community-owned grocery store coming soon to McHenry County!
Happy Friday! Please check out the Food Shed Co-op's website at www.foodshed.coop. The Food Shed will be a community-owned grocery store coming soon to McHenry County! Their mission is to build a local food cooperative promoting a healthy, ethical and resilient...
A Tribute to Joy Martin
We are sad to share the news that Joy Martin passed away on Monday, March 8, 2021. Joy was a founding member of Home of the Sparrow, and she was instrumental in making Home of the Sparrow a reality. Joy had a heart of gold and wanted to give others the chance for a...
Faces of Homelessness – Camilla’s Story of Hope
During the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, Camilla worked long shifts at a fast food restaurant earning minimum wage. She was unable to afford food, child care, and stable housing for herself and her 6 month old daughter. Struggling to make ends meet and with no...
McHenry County Illinois Assistant Programs!
Home of the Sparrow would like to share some resources with you all in this time of need. Please check out these McHenry County resources if you are in need of assistance programs to help with rent, bills, prescription medicines, and health and care services. We hope...
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Exciting News! You can now schedule your free furniture donation pick up ONLINE!!!
It's super easy! Click the tab on our website that says, “FURNITURE PICK-UP" and schedule the best date and time available that works for you. Thank you in advance for your donation to help homeless women and children in our community! Click the Furniture Pick up on...
Home of the Sparrow invites you to our Celebration of Women Luncheon!
Home of the Sparrow invites you to our Celebration of Women Luncheon on Friday, May 10, 2019 at Boulder Ridge Country Club in Lake in the Hills from 11:00am-2:00pm. Invite your mom, sisters, daughters and friends to join us for an afternoon of inspiration, laughter,...
Please Join Us at McHenry County’s Human Race Fun 5k Run/Walk!
Gather your friends and family and join us for a fun 5K Walk/Run at the McHenry County Human Race on Sunday, April 28, 2019. Register today and select Home of the Sparrow as your charity of choice. Register today at:...
Home of the Sparrow Shelter Wish List!
Home of the Sparrow relies on the generosity and support of the community to help with our Shelter’s daily needs for our women and children. We greatly appreciate your donations throughout the year. We have updated our Shelter Wish List, and have highlighted those...
Happy Volunteer Appreciation Week!
Happy Volunteer Appreciation Week! Home of the Sparrow is beyond blessed to have over 1,000 volunteers that help in many ways throughout our organization. They give so much of their time and their hearts to our mission and we couldn't do what we do without them. We...
Do you know a mom or single woman in need of affordable housing?
Do you know a mom or single woman in need of affordable housing? Home of the Sparrow has current and upcoming two and three bedroom unit openings in Woodstock and a three bedroom unit opening in Algonquin in our Affordable Housing Program. Please see the flyer for...
Exciting news! Our Hope for the Homeless Comedy Benefit Silent Auction is now live and open for bidding!
Exciting news! Our Hope for the Homeless Comedy Benefit Silent Auction is now live and open for bidding. Our auction is open to the public, and everyone is welcome to participate! All proceeds benefit homeless women and children in our community! Please...
Volunteers Needed at 50th Annual Fair Diddley, Woodstock Square – Sunday May 19th, 2019
Fair Diddley is a juried art and crafts show on the Historic Woodstock Square with over 300 skilled artisans, crafters, and food vendors. It is sponsored by the Mental Health Resource League (MHRL) and the funds raised to provide financial aid to...
Check Out our Latest Cool Items for Sale on our Ebay Store Site!
Hurry! Items go quickly on our Ebay Site! We invite you to another exciting way to shop and support our Mission. Please click on the picture below to Shop, Save & Support!
