Home of the Sparrow is pleased to announce our 36th annual signature celebration, Gala du Cirque, at the San Filippo Estate on Saturday, April 29th, 2023 from 5-10 pm. Please join us for a night of magic and mystique as we step back in time to a charming...
Due to inclement weather, the Sparrow's Nest & Community Threads Thrift stores are closing at 3pm (2/16/23). The stores will reopen tomorrow per typical operating hours. We apologize for any inconvenience.
HOS' HQ Office is Closing at 1:00pm (2/16/23) due to inclement weather. We will reopen per normal operating hours 2/17/23. We apologize for any inconvenience!
The Home of the Sparrow Headquarters office will be closing early, at 3:30pm, for an all staff meeting. The office will reopen per normal operating hours on Wednesday, February 8th 2023. We apologize for any inconvenience. Thank you!
The Home of the Sparrow's Volunteer newsletter for January is here! Read about volunteer opportunities, upcoming events, and more! You can find this newsletter HERE!
Do you know someone who may be interested in volunteering at the Sparrow’s Nest Thrift Stores or Community Threads, or at Home of the Sparrow's housing units this spring and summer? Visit www.hosparrow.org/how-to-help/ways-of-giving/volunteer to see how you can get...
Due to the increasing costs of fuel to the agency, starting May 2nd, 2022, a $10 surcharge fee will be required for all furniture pick ups. Credit card only, no cash or checks. Upon arrival, Home of the Sparrow's Movers will have a device on hand to receive credit...
Thank you to the Barrington Junior Womens Club for awarding Home of the Sparrow and 25 other local organizations grants to help support their missions and initiatives for women, children, and seniors. Home of the Sparrow is grateful to have been a recipient and hopes...
For over 35 years, Home of the Sparrow (HOS) has been committed to providing Hope, Opportunity, and Support that empowers women and children as they journey from homelessness to self-sufficiency. This Mother’s Day, you can change lives with a Gift of Hope...
Home of the Sparrow would like to thank the Walmart Supercenter #1413 in Crystal Lake and their staff for providing help and assistance to Home of the Sparrow. Their staff has done a wonderful job at helping to sort gift cards for Home of the Sparrow so that the...
Home of the Sparrow in partnership with Women@Rust-Oleum collaborated to create a symbol of hope that will inspire women daily with a mural that was painted on the shelter wall in the main living area to remind women they can overcome obstacles and create a new...
Join Home of the Sparrow at their 35th Anniversary Gala on Saturday, May 21st, 2022 from 5pm-10pm for an extravagant evening at the Sanfilippo Estate in Barrington Hills, IL. Come celebrate Home of the Sparrow's 35th Anniversary, accomplishments, community impact, and...
At Home of the Sparrow, volunteers are the backbone and heart of the agency. During National Volunteer Appreciation Week, April 18th through April 23rd, 2022, Home of the Sparrow extends their gratitude to the many individual, group, corporate, church, and high school...
Home of the Sparrow would like to thank the community and the many generous donors who have donated items from the Shelter Needs Wish List this holiday season! Due to the overwhelming amount of support and limited space at Home of the Sparrow's office, Home of the...
