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January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month

Anyone can be #trafficked, it happens in plain sight in all communities, including yours. The best action you can take is to learn how to spot the signs of trafficking. Let’s speak up for those who can’t in hopes to #endhumantrafficking. Did you know our county has a...

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Home of the Sparrow is in need of Volunteers!

Home of the Sparrow is in urgent need of Office Volunteers and Children's Mentor Volunteers! If you or someone you know is interested in volunteering, please contact Elizabeth at 815-271-5444 or by email to esmith@hosparrow.org. Thank you for your support!

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The Song Fall 2018 Newsletter

Attached is The Song Fall 2018 Newsletter featuring a letter from our new Executive Director, client stories, our new Frequent Shopper Program, volunteer opportunities and other ways to help!  Please click on image to take you to Newsletter.    

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Please think of us when shopping on Amazon!

During the dates of  October 29th until November 2nd. Amazon Smiles is donating 5%, ten times their usual rate, on all eligible smile.amazon.com purchases.  Please select Home of the Sparrow as your designated charity and that money will go to supporting our mission. ...

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Introducing Our New & Improved Rewards Program!

Effective October 1st 2018 Two Great Brands, One Amazing Program!  Sparrow's Nest Thrift Store and Donation Centers & Community Threads! Earn ONE stamp for every $10 you spend. Collect 10 stamps and get $10 off a future purchase. The $10 can be redeemed in...

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Open Board Meeting!

Home of the Sparrow would like to extend an invitation to attend our Annual Open Board meeting.  The meeting will take place on October 23rd 2018 from 7:30 am till 9:30 am and it will be held at Smith's Gararge on 3315 Pearl Street, McHenry.  If you are interested...

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“Sparrow’s Nest Resale Store” on ebay!

New!!!  Just launched this week!  Our very own " Sparrow's Nest Resale Store" on ebay!  Visit our eBay Sparrow's Nest Resale Store often to find those unique, collectible and nostalgic items!  New lisitings arrive every day from all seven of our Sparrows's Nest Thrift...

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Fall Diddley Help Sign Up Today!!!

Fall is just around the corner, and volunteers are needed for the 32nd Annual Fall Diddley Craft Show 2018 at the Boone County Fair Grounds, Belvidere, Illinois on Saturday, October 13th from 9 am – 5 pm and Sunday, October 14th from 9 am – 4 pm.    Please help Home...

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Welcome our new Executive Director

    HOME OF THE SPARROW WELCOMES NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR MATT KOSTECKI   The Board of Directors are pleased to announce that on August 13, 2018,  Matthew Kostecki has started his new position of Executive Director. During an extensive search, The Board...

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