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A fun time was had by all at the Chicagoland Motor Expo in June. This charity event was hosted to provide support to the children and seniors that receive services through HSP's programs. There were hundreds of cars at the event and so many incredible people that came for the day with their cars or as spectators. There was music, food, auctions and many trophies handed out to the car enthusiasts. Thanks to the generous support of this hard working group of people, children and seniors will have food to eat, and necessary items such as toilet paper and hygiene items.

We received an amazing donation from our friends at the Jewish United Fund through their twice-yearly program called Nourish Our Neighborhoods (NON). NON is a community-wide collection drive benefiting different organizations across Chicagoland. Wonderful people from all over the area dropped off hygiene kits at a suburban location which were then transported by volunteers to HSP. These kits contained a toothbrush, dental floss and toothpaste. We were very thankful to receive over 400 kits which will help seniors and children maintain healthy hygiene habits.

We had a visit and a check presentation with the incredible women from the Lombard Service League. For 21 years the club members have been providing essential support to children and seniors enrolled in HSP's programs. They help to ensure there are nutritious meals on their tables, and birthday celebrations for children. If you are interested in all the wonderful things this club does in the community you can visit their website at
lombardserviceleague
.org.

The amazing employees at UPS are at it again, raising money at their center that the employees graciously give to purchase items in need. They bought books for children to receive in their birthday boxes. Books are very important as many low income families cannot afford them. Children need them to read at home and to have books to call their own. They also donated personal care items for seniors and families in our programs. These items are expensive and are most requested because everyone needs them to stay clean and healthy.

Our incredible friends from Belmont Village raised money with the residents and their families. They purchased and put together the cutest and most thoughtful birthday gifts for seniors. The colorful box contains a mug, cake mix to make a cake in the microwave, frosting, tea and a party item. Not matter your age, everyone deserves to celebrate their birthday and our the Belmont residents are making this possible for seniors in our program!

Every week we have incredible volunteers that come to HSP and serve those in need. It would be impossible for our small staff to do the work without their tremendous support. Everything that comes through HSP's doors must be sorted and put into the proper place. From sorting food, to stocking the pantry, pickups in the community and deliveries to the homes of seniors and families with no transportation, our volunteers do it all. Toys are sorted, backpacks packed and groceries handed out to those in need every week. THANK YOU for your loving support, time and energy you give to provide happiness and comfort to children and seniors.

Our delightful friends came from Belmont Village to put together birthday boxes for children enrolled in the Children's Project. The residents at Belmont Village have been volunteering and donating to help seniors and children for the last 18 years. They work hard to raise money which they use to purchase food, personal care items, toys and items for birthday parties for kiddos. A wonderful time was had by all during this special volunteering event at HSP.

A huge thank you to the Carol Stream community and the Rotary Club of Carol Stream for filling the HSP van with much needed items. The van was packed with food, paper products and personal care products donated to help families and seniors struggling with hunger in our community. Seniors, children and their families will receive the help they need because of the support of Carol Stream residents.

Kristin Senne, HSP's Executive Director was honored to be a guest of Dr. Donald and Beth McNeeley / Chicago Tube & Iron at the Guardian Angels gala event. This incredible event helps to support Guardian Angel Community Services programs. This organization has been serving and changing lives in the community since 1897 providing services to those affected by sexual assault and domestic violence. They strive to instill hope through client-centered services provided in a safe and confidential environment.

Kristin Senne, Executive Director is honored to receive a Changemakers Award through the Marquardt School District 15 on March 21st. The annual Changemakers event celebrates individuals who have made a significant impact in their community. It was wonderful to be in the company of the other two adults who received Changemakers awards, Chief George Pappas and Emiliano Garcia. There were also three Student Changemakers awards handed out to children that exhibited changemaker qualities and are making a difference in their community.

It was a fun filled visit when Joel and his two children, Jacob and Mia came to the HSP center. They collected toys from friends, family and wonderful donors which they donated to provide children with wonderful birthdays. While they were here they had a tour of the center and learned more about HSP's programs. We are excited about this new partnership with the Joy in Every Toy Foundation!

It was wonderful for Kristin, the Executive Director to speak at the Kiwanis club meeting in January. While Kristin was there, the club presented her with a check to sponsor a child in the Children's Project. For 25 years this club has been supporting HSP and providing children with a huge birthday box filled with new toys, books, and party supplies to have a birthday! To learn more about the Kiwanis Club of Villa Park / Lombard visit their website at k08659.site.kiwanis.org