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Rahm Emanuel Addresses Rising Domestic Violence Crisis at WINGS Men’s Alliance Luncheon

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On June 25, 2026
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WINGS hosted the Men’s Alliance Luncheon on Thursday, June 11th at The Four Seasons Hotel, Chicago, bringing together more than 175 business leaders, philanthropists, and community advocates united in ending domestic violence.

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On June 23, 2026
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On a stormy night, WINGS’ annual Celebration of Courage brought together a powerful community of WINGS graduates, WINGS current clients, WINGS staff and more. At the virtual event, survivor graduates and their children were honored for their remarkable journeys toward safety and independence.

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On March 27, 2026
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This April, WINGS recognizes its 41st anniversary of serving survivors of domestic violence. Take a look at our impact over Fiscal Year 2025, as well as a look at our accomplishments and growth since our founding in 1985. Read about WINGS graduate Tiffany and her full circle moment.

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 November 25, 2025
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In WINGS Corner: Boxing Legend Christy Martin. While promoting a film about her life, Christy Martin took time to attend WINGS events.

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On July 9, 2025
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Recently, WINGS honored 13 Survivor graduates and their children at the agency’s Celebration of Courage virtual event. Graduates shared inspirational messages and WINGS impact on their journey to freedom. Children’s […]

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 March 17, 2025
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WINGS invites you to celebrate its 40th Anniversary. Here are two ways to participate: WINGS 40th Anniversary Celebration on March 20th at Middleby Residential Showroom in Chicago and WINGS 40 Hours of Giving Challenge on April 25th – 26th.

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On December 31, 2024
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In 2025, WINGS recognizes its 40th Anniversary in providing services to survivors of domestic violence. This year we will share favorite memories of our agency’s history, reflect on our growth, and share ways to engage in our mission to end domestic violence.

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On September 3, 2024
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Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson met with survivors of gender-based violence at WINGS Metro Safe House for a roundtable. Survivors shared with the mayor their first-hand knowledge of what additional financial resources are needed to make Chicago a safe city for survivors.