Buffalo Grove Pinta Pride Parade
Walk with Shelter at this family-friendly Pride Parade that features over 100 organizations! Sign up here.
Free
24-hour Referral Line: (847) 255-8060
shelter@shelter-inc.org
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19th Annual Michael Portelli Memorial Golf Outing
The Preserve at Oak Meadows 900 North Wood Dale Road, Addison, ILEnjoy award winning golf at The Preserve while helping us raise critical funds for children and families in crisis. Includes lunch, golf, bar and dinner. Sponsorships available. Register here.
Christmas in July Half Marathon – Volunteers and Racers Needed!
We are excited to once again partner with the Christmas in July Half Marathon! Join us at Busse Woods to hand out water to runners, help at the finish line and more. Shelter, Inc. will receive a donation for every volunteer who helps out at the run. It's a fun way to make a big […]
British Car Show – Volunteers Needed
Harper College 1200 W Algonquin Rd., Palatine, ILHelp out at the British Car Festival with Shelter, Inc. on September 10, 2023. Volunteers will help pass out maps to attendees and collect donations to Shelter, Inc. in lieu of an entrance fee. Choose a two-hour time slot. We are excited to partner with the British Car Union once again for this fun event!
Trivia Night
Hyatt Regency Schaumburg, Chicago ILAre you a pop culture aficionado, a sports genius, a movie buff, a student of history? Come exercise your brain and have a great time while helping kids and families in our community. Trivia Night is presented by Friends of Shelter and features ten rounds of trivia, a Wine Pull, and Gift Card Raffle. Bring […]
$30
Winter Coat Drive – Now through November 15
Cold weather is just around the corner, so it is time for Shelter's Annual Winter Coat Drive. Help us provide new winter coats for the babies, children and young adults in our care. Sign up to purchase a coat, send a gift card or make a cash donation. Thank you for helping us share the […]
Home is Where the Heart Is Gala
Hyatt Regency Schaumburg, Chicago ILJoin us for Shelter's biggest fundraiser of the year. Shelter’s annual Home is Where the Heart is Gala is an inspirational evening of music, tributes and pure imagination! Guests will enjoy dinner, open bar, live music, silent and live auctions. Thank you to our honorees: Event Chair, Eric Rieger, CEO/Founder of WEBIT Services and Buckholz […]
Holiday Gift Drive
The holidays can be a difficult and emotional time for children who have experienced trauma and are separated from their families. Your gift will help brighten the holidays for the many children and young adults in our programs. Click here to request a wish list or to make a donation. Gifts requested by December 15.
Become an Emergency Foster Care Parent (Webinar)
Have you wondered what happens to children in care who have nowhere to go? Join us virtually to learn about being an Emergency Foster Home with Shelter, Inc. These special homes take in children in emergency situations for a limited short period of time providing them care and safety at a critical point in their […]
Free
Alpine Fest 2024 – Volunteers Needed!
Buffalo Creek Brewing 360 Historical Lane, Long Grove, ILOn January 26-27, Shelter is partnering with Buffalo Creek Brewing for Alpine Fest! Volunteers will help with games (like hammerschlagen and stein-holding), hand out information, sell raffle tickets, and more. All funds raised from the games and raffle will be donated to Shelter Inc. This is a fun way to make a positive impact on […]
Shamrock Beer Run – Volunteer or Run/Walk
Busse Woods Grove 28 Rolling MeadowsGet your Irish on and invite your friends to help celebrate St Patrick’s Day! Come out and be a course volunteer with Shelter, Inc. or sign up to run or walk the 5K. When registering, use coupon code "Shelter" to receive a 15% discount. The coupon is valid until 2/23. Click here to volunteer. Use […]
Learn About Emergency Foster Care In-Person Fireside Chat
Barrington's White House 145 W. Main Street, BarringtonHave you wondered what happens to children in care who have nowhere to go? Join us to learn about being an Emergency Foster Home. These special homes take in children in emergency situations for a limited time, providing them care and safety at a critical point in their lives. Shelter Inc. provides Emergency Foster Parents wraparound […]