WINGS Volunteers Share Why They Donate Their Time

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On March 26, 2026
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In honor of National Volunteer Month, WINGS volunteers share why they continue to donate their time and support our mission to end domestic violence.

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On January 26, 2026
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WINGS Metro Safe House Recognizes 10th Anniversary Serving Chicago Domestic Violence Survivors: On Valentine’s Day 2016, WINGS Metro Safe House opened its doors to domestic violence survivors. Over the past 10 years, WINGS Metro has provided over 125,000 nights of secure shelter to more than 1,700 survivors, ultimately helping clients find hope, healing, and stability.

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On January 5, 2026
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January is Human Trafficking Awareness month. Over the years, WINGS has served human trafficking survivors through the agency’s Safe Houses. Learn about human trafficking and the similarities to domestic violence.

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On September 23, 2025
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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and this year we will be highlighting 4 myths and 5 ways you can help. To spread the word on this pervasive issue, please […]

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On August 28, 2025
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WINGS Hospital Program Expands into Chicago: New this year, WINGS received a grant from the City of Chicago to expand the Hospital Program to Chicago. UI Health – University of Illinois at Chicago is the first medical system in the city for this programming.

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On August 28, 2025
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Have you always been interested in becoming a thrift-savvy shopper, but unsure how to make the most of your experience? We have compiled 4 tips for the thrifting enthusiast.

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On August 1, 2025
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WINGS Survivor Lifeline program pairs compassionate volunteer mentors with survivors moving out of domestic violence shelters. This past year, Survivor Lifeline expanded into Chicago, matched 84 survivors with mentors, and provided 1,267 hours of mentoring. Learn about a healing event participants experienced, a mentor’s perspective on why she continues to volunteer, and an upcoming educational event.

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On May 21, 2025
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As WINGS Program, Inc. has expanded its housing programs and opened its Foglia Family Resource Center, more survivors need everyday household items and food to continue to break free […]

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On April 29, 2025
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In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, recently we caught up with Megan W., WINGS Director of Clinical Services, and Beth M., WINGS Director of Children and Family Services to discuss Foglia Family Resource Center (FFRC) updates, a little over one year since its opening.

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On March 26, 2025
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Last year WINGS 2,328 volunteers donated 64,153 hours of service, the equivalent of 31 full-time employees! As April is National Volunteer Month, volunteers share why they support WINGS, the largest domestic violence agency in Illinois.