Archive for Fundraisers
Christmas Appeal 2018
As you prepare for the Christmas season, perhaps you are contemplating where you will put your Christmas tree, which presents you will buy for loved ones, and what you will serve for dinner. Your celebrations will likely include family, friends, delicious food, gifts and lots of laughter. Now, for a…
#GivingTuesday
#GivingTuesday is on Tuesday, November 27, 2018 — a great opportunity to kick off the giving season with a gift to local families and individuals who live in poverty. Once again this year, Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet is proud to participate in Giving Tuesday! #GivingTuesday is a global day…
The Gift of Christmas
Looking to make a difference in the lives of our clients this Christmas season? The Gift of Christmas is our annual program that fulfills wish lists for individuals who are served by Catholic Charities in every program in all of the counties we serve. Read stories about each client and…
All Souls’ Day
Each year on All Souls’ Day (November 2), we pray of the memory of our loved ones who have gone to eternal rest. Through the mercy of God, we pray that they will rest in peace. In honor of All Souls’ Day, Catholic Charities is providing the opportunity to remember…
Save the Date: First Look for Charity 2019
Save the Date for First Look for Charity 2019! FIRST LOOK FOR CHARITY IS ONE OF CHICAGO’S GREATEST ONE-DAY FUNDRAISERS, REGULARLY GENERATING MORE THAN $2.5 MILLION FOR 18 AREA NONPROFITS, INCLUDING CATHOLIC CHARITIES, DIOCESE OF JOLIET. HELD AT MCCORMICK PLACE THE EVENING BEFORE THE CHICAGO AUTO SHOW OPENS, GUESTS ARE…
Playing for Miracles: Tickets on Sale NOW!
Playing for Miracles Friday, November 2, 2018 Carlisle Banquets, Lombard Join us for a night of charitable gaming to benefit the programs and services provided by Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet. Enjoy an open bar, gourmet food stations, charitable gaming, silent auction, and live auction. Cocktail Attire. Don’t miss out…
Catholic Charities’ Month
At Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet, we’re having a difficult time this summer and we need your help more than ever to prevent having to eliminate programs. August is a wonderful month in the Diocese of Joliet. Hot days and bright sunshine make for wonderful outdoor memories with family. Many…
Please help. We need an angel.
Thousands of local families are in crisis right now and need your help. Mothers of young children are on the verge of homelessness. Seniors don’t know how they will afford critical prescription medication. Veterans are struggling with mental health concerns and seek support. These scenarios are reality for so many…
Accessibility Ramp for Counseling Clients
Catholic Charities is helping to fund a ramp which will provide accessibility to individuals with disabilities who receive our counseling services at Manteno Church of the Nazarene. Can you please help? Click here to donate or call 815-724-1140. To learn more about the counseling services that we provide throughout the…
DuPage Human Race
Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet will benefit from the 7th Annual Human Race 5K run/fitness walk in Downers Grove. This fun event is on April 28 and starts at 9:00am at Esplanade at Locust Point (1901 Butterfield Road). Register at www.dupagehumanrace.org and please choose “Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet” to…
