The Chicagoland Giving Machine Initiative is part of the annual holiday initiative of <a href="https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/?lang=eng" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints</a>. Holiday shoppers in Chicagoland will be helping people in need through unique vending machines — but they won’t be buying candy or chips. These machines offer an opportunity throughout the season to choose a local or global charity and, with a simple swipe of a card, make a donation. It provides a simple, memorable way for people to help others during the holiday season.Through customized vending machines, visitors can donate items such as clothing, food, hygiene supplies, school supplies, and even livestock. The Church covers all operating costs, allowing participating nonprofit organizations to receive 100% of each donation to purchase and deliver selected items.
In 2025, the initiative operated in 126 cities across 21 countries and six continents. Since 2017, approximately US$70 million has been donated through the initiative.
​​Participating nonprofits vary by location and include:​ Ada S. McKinley Community Services, Little Friends, Loaves &amp; Fishes, Volunteers of America Illinois, Ronald McDonald House Chicagoland &amp; Northwest Indiana, Watts of Love, CWS, Splash, Clubfoot Solutions, American Red Cross, iDE Global, Academy for Creating Enterprise, Days for Girls, Mentors International, UNICEF USA, Water for Good, Special Olympics USA.

Local Event: Light the World Giving Machine Kiosks

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Light the World Giving Machine Kiosks

The Chicagoland Giving Machine Initiative is part of the annual holiday initiative of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day...

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Join Troop 505 (boys) and Troop 1505 (girls) of Naperville for an engaging welcome night designed for youth ages 9-17 and their parents. Attendees will have the opportunity to practice scout skills, meet the scouts, and learn firsthand how the troops work together; please use the link to RSVP!

Local Event: Troop 505/1505 Welcome Nights

Troop 505/1505 Welcome Nights

Join Troop 505 (boys) and Troop 1505 (girls) of Naperville for an engaging welcome night designed for youth ages 9-17 and their...

Outgrown it?
Bought a new one?
Never liked it?
But it’s still in good condition?
Bring it to the rummage sale!

We’ll take everything from shoes and coats to rocking chairs and tennis racquets!
Donations accepted Sunday, Oct. 18 from noon to 5 p.m., Monday and Tuesday, Oct. 19 and 20 from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.
(We CANNOT take larger furniture, large appliances, construction debris, computer and phone equipment, mattresses and cribs)
Proceeds of the sale benefit not just the church but also a number of local organizations that serve the community- such as the Food Pantry, Mutual Ground, and many more.

Local Event: Yorkville Congregational UCC Fall Rummage and Bake Sale

Yorkville Congregational UCC Fall Rummage and...

Outgrown it?
Bought a new one?
Never liked it?
But it’s still in good condition?
Bring it to the rummage sale!

We’ll take...

Yorkville Congregational UCC Fall Rummage and Bake Sale

The Naperville Township 708 Mental Health Board is now accepting applications for its 2027 funding cycle.
Funding supports eligible nonprofit organizations and service providers offering **mental health, developmental disability, and substance use disorder services** to Naperville Township residents. Application Deadline: Midnight October 31, 2026. Questions Deadline: 5:00PM, October 30, 2026. Please visit our website for funding guidelines, eligibility requirements and submission instructions:&nbsp;<a href="https://napervilletownship.com/supervisor/mental-health-board-funding-guidelines.html" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Grant Guidelines &amp; Application link</a>

2027 Grant Funding Application Portal is Now Open!

The Naperville Township 708 Mental Health Board is now accepting applications for its 2027 funding cycle....

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