Do you know a mom or single woman in need of affordable housing? Home of the Sparrow has current two bedroom unit openings in Woodstock and Crystal Lake in our Affordable Housing Program. Please see the flyer for criteria and more details. You MUST have consistent...
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Have an Appliance to Donate?
Have an appliance to donate that is in good working condition and 6 years old or newer? Home of the Sparrow would love your donation and can even pick it up! We have an immediate need for washing machines, dryers (gas or electric), refrigerators, and dishwashers. ...
We are looking for volunteers for our Algonquin Sparrow’s Nest Store!
Interested in joining Home of the Sparrow? We are looking for volunteers to help out at our Algonquin Sparrow's Nest Store. Call us at 815-271-5444 if you are interested!
Thankful Thursday – Express Employment
This week's edition of Thankful Thursday features Express Employment Professionals in Crystal Lake, a top staffing company in our area, and a wonderful Premier Sponsor who has supported Home of the Sparrow for many years. We are so grateful for their ongoing...
Faces of Homelessness- Lydia’s Story
Lydia was in her 7th month of pregnancy and became homeless due to a domestic violence situation. With no family able to support her, she was grateful to find comfort, support, and security at Home of the Sparrow. She delivered her healthy baby daughter successfully,...
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New Website Launched!
We have launched our new website. We would love to hear your feedback. Please email us your comments to lcoen@hosparrow.org.
Spring Cleaning Donations
Time for Spring Cleaning…. We Can Help! Each Sparrow’s Nest is also a Donation Center.
Still Time To Sign Up for the 10th Annual Golf Outing!
Sign up now for the Home of the Sparrow’s 10th Annual Charity Golf Outing at Bull Valley Country Club!
New Sixth Sparrow’s Nest Thrift Store and Donation Center Opens
We are excited to announce that our Sixth Sparrow’s Nest Thrift Store and Donation Center located at 357 Townline Rd in Mundelein has opened its doors!! On Thursday May 15th, we held our Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. GLMV Chamber of Commerce members, village and community...
The Announcement of an Additional Sixth Sparrow’s Nest Thrift Store & Donation Center
Home of the Sparrow is pleased to announce that a lease has been signed for a new store location at 357 Townline Road in Mundelein, IL. The new location is currently in build-out stage with an opening scheduled in May 2014. Home of the Sparrow has been operating...
Zombie 5K/1 Mile Walk Race Day Details
This race is a Fun Run This race will not be timed. It's called a Fun Run. We will be giving awards out to the top three winners in each age group. Many individuals will time themselves to get ready for another race. Race Course Conditions The course has a variety of...
Zombie 5k Fun Run/1mile Walk Packet pick up/Registration CLOSED
Registration packet pick up is Thursday October 3rd and Friday October 4th from 7:30 am - 5:00 pm. at 5342 W. Elm Street, McHenry
Home of the Sparrow Annual Meeting – Tuesday October 1, 2013
Annual Meeting of Home of the Sparrow Board of Directors will be held on Tuesday, October 1, 2013 from 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. at 5342 W. Elm Street, McHenry.
Thank you to Jim M’Lady
Thank you to Jim M'Lady for the donations of computers to Home of the Sparrow's shelters! Because of this generous donation, we were able to create a computer resource room at the shelters for women and children to use!