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Harbour Hustle at One Rotary Center will benefit homeless youth

Community residents are invited to participate in the second annual Harbour Hustle on Saturday, August 10 at One Rotary Center, Evanston

Community residents are invited to participate in the second annual Harbour Hustle on Saturday, August 10, 2019 at One Rotary Center, 1560 Sherman Avenue, Evanston, IL. The event is a friend raiser,” hosted by The Harbour, a social service agency dedicated serving young women” experiencing homelessness in the North/Northwest Suburbs.

This event was designed to bring The Harbour services into one of the many communities that it serves to build awareness, share the mission, and come together to shine a light on youth homelessness.

“The Harbour was established in 1971 and remains a vital part of our communities; giving young women a safe place to sleep, essential support to continue their education, and assistance in planning for stable housing when family is no longer an option,” said Kris Salyards, Executive Director.

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This family friendly event kicks off at 7:30 in the morning. Registration is open to all ages and children under 10 are free. Kids 10-16 are $20 each. High School Teams can register 4 for $70. Adult pricing includes: $40 per participant or $140 for a team of 4. Free parking, t-shirt, water bottle, and breakfast provided!

For more information visit: https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/ParkRidge/HarbourHustle

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Our girls thrive with the support of our community, and with you behind them, they are lifted to great heights.” Salyards points out. “Please join us, and climb for community, climb for safety, and climb for a promise of a better tomorrow for young women in North/Northwest Suburban communities.”

About The Harbour

The Harbour provides a comprehensive continuum of housing and case management services to youth in crisis, ages 12 to 24, in the North and Northwest suburbs of Cook County. Since 1971, The Harbour has provided housing and supportive services to community youth in crisis in the North and Northwest suburbs of Cook County.

For more information about The Harbour, please visit: www.theharbour.org. Or contact Kris Salyards, Executive Director, The Harbour, Phone: 847.893-0638 Email: kris@theharbour.org

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