WINGS Volunteers Share Why They Continue to Donate their Time

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On April 2, 2024
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As April is National Volunteer Month, WINGS volunteers share why they continue to donate their time to the largest domestic violence agency in Illinois.

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On February 29, 2024
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WINGS presents BLOSSOM, a fashion show on Thursday, April 25, 2024, at 21c Museum Hotel in Chicago at 6:30pm. Produced by Zzazz Productions, the runway will feature the Spring ’24 collection by couture designer Elda de la Rosa. The show will feature TV personality Nigel Barker, media star Candace Jordan, jazz dynamo Elaine Dame, special guest Domenica Lida Biondolillo, photographer Lori Sapio and videographer Rey Rodriguez.

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On January 30, 2024
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Over the last seven years, WINGS Resale Stores have provided more than $183,000 worth of donations to survivors. Have you ever wondered how donations get to clients?

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On June 22, 2023
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A stay at a WINGS Safe House is often the first step towards a new life for those who are fleeing an abuser. Safe House staff share frequently asked questions and we spotlight Raquel, WINGS Metro’s Kitchen Coordinator, who heals through meals.

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On May 18, 2023
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DomesticShelters.org has announced WINGS Resale as one of the winners of the 2023 Purple Ribbon Awards for Outstanding Thrift Shop of the Year. Purple Ribbon awards are judged by a national panel of respected professionals from the domestic violence field.

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On April 18, 2023
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Chicago music industry icon Norm Winer and WXRT air Personality Wendy Rice recently joined WINGS Honorary Leadership Council. They look to bring their expertise and connections to further WINGS mission of ending domestic violence.

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On April 10, 2023
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Volunteers empower WINGS mission to end domestic violence and donate their time in many ways. Meet WINGS volunteers Bonnie, Preeti, Linda and Lily.

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On March 27, 2023
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March is Women’s History Month. Throughout WINGS 37 years of service to the community, the agency has seen thousands of examples of inspiring women overcoming seemingly impossible challenges. Below WINGS shares stories below of inspiring survivors in honor of Women’s History Month: Michelle, Maudell, Sarah and Jennifer.

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On January 4, 2023
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Each year, WINGS Holiday Store provides survivors of domestic violence with gifts for themselves and their children. Through donations from the agency’s community of supporters, this year WINGS Holiday Store provided 1,364 gifts to 115 families. As survivors arrived to select their gifts, many special moments warmed the hearts of those present. As we start a new year filled with numerous challenges, we hope you can pause to feel the joy as well.

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On September 26, 2022
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This month, WINGS was awarded three National Purple Ribbon Awards from DomesticShelters.Org and one of seven organizations to receive grant funding: *Outstanding New Service Launch – Survivor Lifeline *Annual Report of the Year *Lifetime Achievement Award – Rita Canning, WINGS Board Chair Emeritus

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WINGS Volunteers Share Why They Continue to Donate their Time

WINGS BLOSSOM Fashion Show to be Hosted by TV Personality Nigel Barker

How WINGS Resale Helps Clients

WINGS Safe Houses: Frequently Asked Questions and Staff Spotlight on Raquel, Kitchen Coordinator at WINGS Metro

WINGS Resale Awarded Outstanding Thrift Shop of the Year from National Domestic Violence Evaluator

Chicago Music Industry Icon Norm Winer and WXRT Personality Wendy Rice Join WINGS Honorary Leadership Council

Volunteers Empower WINGS Mission: Meet Bonnie, Preeti, Linda and Lily

WINGS Shares Stories of Inspiring Survivors in Honor of Women’s History Month

WINGS Holiday Store Provided 1,364 Gifts to 115 Families and Created Special Memories

WINGS Awarded 3 National Purple Ribbon Awards and Grant Funding

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