Children's Home & Aid Blog & News
Northwestern University Dance Marathon Announces Children’s Home & Aid as its 2020 Primary Beneficiary
Children’s Home & Aid is thrilled to take part in Northwestern’s annual Dance Marathon, and we are even more excited that funds and awareness will be raised for such a worthy cause – our Daniel F. and Ada L. Rice…
Radio Host Kim Berk on Making an Impact for Foster Children
You may know of Kim Berk, of radio show Mornings with Kim and Dave on WLS-FM 94.7. However, you may not know of her deep involvement with Children’s Home & Aid and her passion for fostering youth in need.
This week,…
Meet Rob and Stacy Johnson: Long-Time Children’s Home & Aid Supporters
The Johnson Family often has a fair amount on their plate. Rob is a well-known, established newscaster in Chicago, Stacy is involved with several philanthropies and boards, and their teenage son Jaden is a dedicated hockey player. Stacy says…
Thriving Families Podcast Episode 2 – Rice Center
Children’s Home & Aid’s communication specialist Isabella and strategy manager J.T. visited our Rice Center – a therapeutic residential center in Evanston. While visiting Rice, they met with the center’s director, Keith Polan, to discuss the value of this center…
Children’s Home & Aid at National Child Abuse Conference in Washington D.C.
Two innovative programs created by Children’s Home & Aid were featured at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ National Conference on Child Abuse and Neglect (NCCAN) held in Washington, D.C. in April. This biennial conference brings together over…
Words of inspiration from Ann Marie Wright of BMO Financial Group
On May 23, the Children’s Home & Aid community will come together at the Champions for Children Luncheon to celebrate creating hope, opportunity and bright futures for children, youth and families.
This year we proudly honor BMO Harris Bank as Corporate…
Meet Christine Leahy, Champions for Children Co-Chair
This May, the Champions for Children Luncheon will be a celebration of hope and possibility as we bring together nearly 600 of Chicago’s most influential business and community leaders and elected officials. This uplifting event takes place on May 23,…
Innovative Leader in Child Welfare Returns to Children’s Home & Aid in CEO Role
Michael J. Shaver, a leader in child welfare and human services experienced in redesigning public systems and community-based, non-profit agencies, will return to Children’s Home & Aid, stepping into the role of President & CEO when current leader, Nancy Ronquillo…
Child Abuse Prevention Month 2019
April 1 marks the first day of Child Abuse Prevention Month. This month is a time to recognize that we all have a role in promoting the social and emotional well-being of children and families in our communities.
Since 1989, the national…
A Tribute to Nancy B. Ronquillo: 18 Years of Service as CEO
Last year Nancy Ronquillo announced her retirement after 18 years as Children’s Home & Aid’s President and CEO; she will officially leave her post this summer. Below is a tribute to Nancy and everything she’s accomplished for the 40,000 children…
Program Changes in the Central Region
Children’s Home & Aid works every day to help children and families to thrive. Our deep commitment to their success is fueled by an equally strong commitment to delivering services in a sustainable way. We tackle challenges and do our…
Thriving Families Podcast – Episode 1 – Power of Fathers
Children’s Home & Aid communication specialist Isabella Rodriguez sits down with Power of Fathers director Ed Davies and public policy intern Haley Aubrey to discuss how the program successfully supports and engages fathers and what plans they have for the…
How our Graze & Raise Event Benefits the Rice Child & Family Center
As February nears an end, our Graze & Raise event is right around the corner. We are thrilled to be part of such a unique event, featuring celebrity chef Gale Gand. However, there is something even more important and special…
You Made the Holiday Season Brighter – Thank You!
During the holidays our passionate supporters stepped up to make the season brighter for kids and families across Illinois. In addition to thousands of donors who put us over our fundraising goal, several statewide events helped make holiday wishes come…
John Gruber, Youth Policy Advocate, named New Leaders Council Fellow
We’re excited to announce the 2019 Chicago fellows for New Leaders Council includes Children’s Home & Aid Youth Policy Advocate John Gruber. The NLC is a national training organization for young progressive professionals.
John became interested in NLC because of their…
2018 Holiday Gift Drive Made Thousands of Wishes Come True
Each winter, Children’s Home & Aid fulfills the holiday wishes of the children and families we serve. This year alone, with help from our generous corporate partners, Children’s Home & Aid brought holiday cheer to over 4,000 boys, girls and…
Snug Hugs for Kids an Overwhelming Success!
Thanks to our loyal partner, Merlin 200,000 Mile Shops, the holidays are brighter and warmer for the children and families we serve at the Mitzi Freidheim Child & Family Center in Chicago’s Englewood community. Throughout the fall and winter, our…
Keeping Kids Warm This Winter
22nd Annual Crochet & Knit-A-Thon for Snug Hugs for Kids a Rousing Success
On December 1st in Aurora, Illinois, 90 men and women gathered at Resurrection Lutheran Church for a fun-filled day of crocheting and knitting to support Snug Hugs for…
Get to Know Jan Stepto-Millett, Interim Chief Operating Officer
We’re excited to introduce Jan Stepto-Millett as our Interim Chief Operating Officer. Jan joined Children’s Home & Aid in 2011 as Vice President of Early Childhood Services. In September 2018, she was appointed Interim COO following the retirement of outgoing…
Get to Know Lori Poppen, Northern Region Site Director
We’re excited to introduce Lori Poppen as the new Regional Site Director in our Northern Region. Lori takes over for Lisa Pieper, who recently retired as the Regional Vice President of the Northern Region.
A native of Arthur, Illinois, Lori, obtained a…