Why I Give to WINGS – A Story of Overcoming Domestic Violence

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On November 23, 2020
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Why I Give to WINGS - A Story of Overcoming Domestic Violence. A WINGS donor shared her daughter’s story to let other women know that there is hope.

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On November 6, 2020
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For the second year in a row, WINGS recently earned the 2020 Platinum Seal of Transparency. This is the highest level of recognition offered by GuideStar, a service of Candid. Learn more about this honor, other recognitions WINGS has received and, if you are planning to donate, information about making 2020 charitable deductions.

Posted by Katie Zwiener
On April 20, 2020
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Through generous grant funding, WINGS has implemented a new cloud-based client data system. This enhancement has numerous benefits including saving staff time, producing accurate data and ultimately improving services to […]

Posted by Katie Zwiener
On April 9, 2020
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This week, cases of COVID-19 are escalating and the challenges the world is facing can feel overwhelming. As an organization, we are working as hard as we can to keep […]

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On January 3, 2020
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Basket of Kindness - 99-Year-Old Donor Knits Hats for WINGS Children. Basket of Kindness-99-Year-Old Donor Knits Hats for WINGS Children. Ms. Spanier’s kind gesture warmed the hearts of many. Chicago Tribune features the story.

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On February 18, 2020
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Teen Advocate Turns Handicrafts Into Donations - In today’s blog as part of our Stories of Impact series, we honor Maci who advocates for WINGS domestic violence services & sells amazing handicrafts to raise funds.

Posted by Anna Bard
On January 30, 2020
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As WINGS continues to celebrate its 35th anniversary we are excited to also celebrate those who help us in our mission. We are grateful to have such amazing volunteers who […]

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On December 23, 2019
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WINGS RECOGNIZED AS A 4-STAR CHARITY. Charity Navigator, America's premier charity evaluator, has given WINGS the highest rating for a 4th consecutive year.

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On August 13, 2019
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For many years, Wayne at Mikes Bike Shop located in Palatine, has been donating bicycles to WINGS clients. The bicycles have provided access to transportation for domestic violence survivors who often come to WINGS with only the clothes on their backs.

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On August 8, 2019
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Empowered WINGS Graduate Becomes Alderman of Prospect Heights. Michelle, a WINGS graduate of 25 years ago, recently was voted Alderman of Prospect Heights.

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Why I Give to WINGS – A Story of Overcoming Domestic Violence

WINGS Receives 2020 Platinum Seal of Transparency from GuideStar

WINGS New Data System Saves Time and Improves Services to Survivors

3 Things to Smile About This Week

Basket of Kindness – 99-Year-Old Donor Knits Hats for WINGS Children

Teen Advocate Turns Handicrafts Into Donations

20 Years of Volunteering with WINGS: Volunteer Spotlight

WINGS RECOGNIZED AS A 4-STAR CHARITY

Mikes Bike Shop Donates Bicycles to WINGS Survivors

Empowered WINGS Graduate Becomes Alderman of Prospect Heights

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