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Give the Gift of Hope this Mother’s Day!

For over 32 years, Home of the Sparrow has been changing the lives of homeless women and children in our community, like Carol and her family, by helping them achieve independence and break the cycle of poverty.   Please click to HERE to donate!   Carol, who...

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Save the Date: October 19, 2013

Friends of Home of the Sparrow invites you to 'Tailgate with Friends' on October 19th at Pinstripes at the South Barrington Aboretum, starting at 6:00pm. Join us for some BBQ, Bacceball, Bean Bag Tournament and Some Craft Beer Tastings. Casual Attire; wear your...

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Gala Photos from the Photo Booth

For those who attended the Gala and had the great opportunity to take advantage of the photo booth that was donated to us by Photo Booth of the Stars. All pictures can be viewed and downloaded for free on their website www.photoboothofthestars.com. Click on the "View...

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Thank you again, Gextpro

Home of the Sparrow would like to give a Great Big Thanks to Gexpro for assembling 6 bikes for our children in our shelters. The children will get much use and enjoyment for years to come!!!

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It’s a Zombie Invasion!

This message serves as a warning that a Zombie Invasion has occurred in the McHenry County and Northern Illinois area! Fortunately, Home of the Sparrow has been able to confine the Living Dead in our restricted Zombie Zone Area; but we need your help in making sure...

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Place de la Musique Gala Event a Success!

Thank you to everyone who volunteered, attended, donated, or sponsored on Place de la Musique Gala Event on Saturday, June 29, 2013. The evening was a success with over 300 guests, 45 volunteers and raising over $100,000.00 in funding! A Special thank you to our...

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GEXPRO donates to Home of the Sparrow

THANK YOU to Gexpro for raising over $3,500.00 in a 3rd Party Tough Mudder Event and for buying and assembling 6 bikes that will be given to the children in our Shelters!  

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