Casey Reeves, an engineer and woodworker from Huntley, Illinois, will be competing in the Builders Challenge to build a dining table for a family or organization in need. We are grateful that he has chosen Home of the Sparrow to be the recipient of his handmade wood...
Kevin Campbell, Vice President of Retail for Home of the Sparrow (HOS) will be retiring, July 3rd, which will be his last day. We would like to thank Kevin for his nine years of service to the agency. Kevin Campbell started at HOS in 2011 with a significant background...
The pandemic has really impacted Home of the Sparrow. All of our thrift stores were closed for 12 weeks, and we’ve been unable to host most of our events, which has been very stressful for our agency since we count on our fundraisers to support our mission. With...
Although #GivingTuesday was recognized on Tuesday, May 5th, 2020, Home of the Sparrow is amazed by the generosity that the community has shown us. All throughout the month of May, Home of the Sparrow hosted a Cash for Quarantine Drawing as a way to spread awareness...
It's #ThankfulThursday! Thank you to Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois for supporting Home of the Sparrow with a $20,000 grant from their COVID-19 Community Collaboration Fund! BCBSIL has selected 75 organizations across Illinois with missions focused on access...
Be sure to check out what our amazing Sparrow’s Nest staff and volunteers had done to the stores!! The Sparrow's Nest Thrift Stores and Donation Centers have been transformed into Santa's workshops for the remainder of the year! You can find everything you need for...
Home of the Sparrow received funding to purchase a fourth moving truck to enhance logistics capabilities. The agency’s generous furniture pickup services will now be able to reach more households and donations. Through the use of three trucks, the Logistics Team logs...
My three children and I had been living in a domestic violence emergency shelter for about two months when an opening became available at Home of the Sparrow’s transitional living shelter. I am 26 and had been living in an abusive relationship with my children’s...
The Presidential Service Award was presented to a group of loyal, hard-working volunteers at the Sparrow’s Nest in Palatine on June 3 by HandsOn Suburban Chicago. This group of volunteers is a part of their Retired & Senior Volunteer Program, RSVP. This award is...
The Friends also held a Tailgate with Friends’ on October 19th at Pinstripes at the South Barrington Aboretum. Over 110 people registered for the event raising over $85,000! The event included a BBQ, Bacceball, Bean Bag Tournament and Craft Beer tasting.
A special brunch program and fashion show with great tips on dressing for your body type and enhancing your own personal style. Featuring returning stylist, Noelle Cellini First – TWO Hour consultation with Stylist Noelle Cellini ($500.00 value) Your choice of one of...
The 2011 minivan provided by the generous donations of both Friends of Home of the Sparrow and Wickstrom Auto Group will be used for transporting the homeless women and children we drive safely to and from our transitional shelter. job interviews, classes, grocery...
Friends of Home of the Sparrow held a Springtime at the Derby Fashion demonstration Luncheon on May 1, 2013 at Wynstone Golf Club in North Barrington. A wonderful event was attended by over 95 women who enjoyed lunch, shopping and fashion tips.
Applications are being accepted for a two bedroom apartment in our Affordable Housing Program. The apartment is located in McHenry. Priority is given to formerly homeless women and children. The application process includes rental verification, credit and...
