In this week’s edition of Crain’s Chicago Business, Chicago Bears defensive end and one of United Way’s dedicated spokespersons, Israel “Izzy” Idonije was called out for his amazing commitment to community service and his Israel Idonije Foundation. A long time supporter of United Way, Izzy attends our events, participates in public services announcements and even [...]
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The Line That Connects: Rebuilding a life
When you’re not quite sure how United Way works with our community, “The Line that Connects” connects the dots. “I was addicted to alcohol and drugs. I had a conviction on my record. I was living with my mom. I was homeless. “For 12 years of my life, I lived a very unproductive, irresponsible and [...]
United Way and Northwestern University Team up for School Supply Drive
It’s back-to-school time again! So, as you begin to buy your school supplies and head back to class, grab an extra pack of pencils and mark your calendars for United Way’s School Supply Drive at Northwestern University. During Northwestern’s first home football game tailgate on Saturday, Sept. 11, from 8 – 11:30 a.m., United Way [...]
UPS given more than $1 Billion to United Way
Congratulations to UPS for becoming the first company to give more than $1 billion to United Way worldwide! For the last 28 years, UPS’s dedication and support for United Way has been instrumental to helping so many communities around the world. In Chicago, UPS donated $2.27 million and remained the #1 employee campaign for the [...]
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