by Kristen | Nov 16, 2016 | Uncategorized
As the holidays approach, we ask that you remember Home of the Sparrow in your holiday giving plans. The women and children who come to Home of the Sparrow are homeless, and often have very little family support. Your generosity will touch the hearts of these women...
by Kristen | Nov 16, 2016 | Uncategorized
On September 14, 2016 Woodstock Sparrow’s Nest Thrift Store and Donation Center partnered with Hearthstone Communities, Apple Creek Flowers and Copy Express to put on a fabulous High Tea and Fashion Show event. The event brought in a full house to Hearthstone Village....
by Kristen | Nov 16, 2016 | Uncategorized
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...
by Kristen | Nov 16, 2016 | Uncategorized
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...
by Kristen | Jun 6, 2016 | Uncategorized
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...
by Paige | Apr 21, 2016 | Uncategorized
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...
