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Experience Purple Rain – WINGS 80’s Prom Night

June 10, 2019

Join WINGS at Aquascape in St. Charles, Illinois on Saturday, June 15th for Purple Rain – WINGS 80’s Prom Night from 6:00pm to 10:00pm. Attendees will enjoy a private performance by The Purple Xperience,

WINGS New Video – The Importance of a Safe Home

May 17, 2019

WINGS New Video – The Importance of a Safe Home- Hear from WINGS CEO, CFO, Board President, and program graduate as they share their thoughts on the importance of a safe home in WINGS new video.

WINGS Volunteer Provides Empowering Money Management Classes

May 8, 2019

WINGS Volunteer Provides Empowering Money Management Classes. Tracey, a bank VP & domestic violence survivor, provides financial education and inspiration to WINGS housing participants.

Four Mother’s Day Gift Ideas that Empower Domestic Violence Survivors

May 1, 2019

Four Mother’s Day Gift Ideas that Empower Domestic Violence Survivors Are you looking for a special way to honor your mother or an important woman in your life? Mother’s Day is just around the corner – Sunday, May 12th. Consider these four Mother’s Day gift ideas that will make her smile, while empowering domestic violence […]

WGN Visits WINGS Resale Shops as “Tidying Up” Sparks Donations

April 19, 2019

Recently WGN visited WINGS Resale Shop to learn how Marie Kondo’s tidying up craze has positively impacted WINGS Resale store donations, ultimately providing more resources for families and individuals fleeing domestic violence. View the full segment here. WGN’s Erin Ivory spoke to Colleen De la Rosa, WINGS Resale Store Manager Niles. “Definitely it’s a buzz. […]

WINGS Announces New Butterfly Club

April 9, 2019

Just as a caterpillar transforms into a butterfly, YOU can help a client transform from a life of violence to one of freedom! Are you looking for a way to have an impact and help break the cycle of domestic violence on a regular basis? If so, consider joining our new monthly donor program. […]

WINGS Recognizes National Volunteer Month – April 2019

April 2, 2019

WINGS Recognizes National Volunteer Month – April 2019 Volunteers are essential to WINGS. Last year WINGS volunteers donated 63,135 hours – the equivalent of 30 full-time employees. To celebrate these dedicated individuals, this April WINGS is recognizing National Volunteer Month. Last year the WINGS utilized 3,378 volunteers who served in a variety of ways: […]

WINGS 12th Annual Fashion Show Draws 570 Attendees to End Domestic Violence

March 18, 2019

WINGS 12th Annual Fashion Show was a smashing success. On Sunday, March 3rd, 570 attendees and numerous sponsors raised over $300,000 towards the agency’s mission to provide housing, integrated services, education, and advocacy to end domestic violence.

WINGS Recognizes International Women’s Day

March 8, 2019

WINGS Recognizes International Women’s Day March 8th. Learn about this holiday of reflection of women's achievements and ways to celebrate.

WINGS Earns Major Honor for Innovation in Helping Domestic Violence Survivors

November 11, 2017

“The Safe House at WINGS Metro” Recognized with Chicago Innovation Award WINGS, a non-profit organization serving individuals and families impacted by domestic violence, has been recognized with a 2017 Chicago Innovation Award. WINGS was honored recently with a Neighborhood Award in the non-profit category for its latest innovation, The Safe House at WINGS Metro. The […]