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Neighbors Helping Neighbors: Des Plains residents & Zanies Raise Funds for Local Cause

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Zanies Comedy Club and the Whalen family are working together to raise money to support the Des Plaines Community Foundation at Standup for Des Plaines III,  a special comedy night benefit Thursday, April 5, 2018.

“This will be the third year of charity event for the Des Plaines Community Foundation,” explained Dan and Jody Whalen.

According to the Whalens, who have lived in Des Plaines for 32 years, the profit from last year’s Zanies fundraiser turned out to be nearly $5,000. All went to support the Des Plaines Community Foundation and its programs. read more

A Night at the Des Plaines Rivers Casino

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SAVE THE DATE: September 8, 2017

Buy Tickets Now For a Night At The Des Plaines Rivers Casino!

Come double down and hedge your bets with the Des Plaines Community Foundation (DPCF) on Friday, September 8, 2017 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the 14th annual and only fundraiser at the Cube nightclub at the Des Plaines Rivers Casino.

Tickets for the event are $85 per person and will include appetizers, gourmet dinner, open bar and entertainment, the musical stylings of Victor Pacini and Daniela Tereza.

There will be a raffle featuring a grand prize of $1,000, and multiple second and third prizes including luxury hotel stays, restaurant dinners and gift cards and additional prizes valued at more than $200 each. read more

Foundation Awards Six Scholarships for College Students

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The Des Plaines Community Foundation (DPCF) recently awarded four $1,500 scholarships to Des Plaines students. This is the fifth year the Foundation has offered these scholarships for both two-year and four-year college students.

(ABOVE) Anthony Muniz and Paul Bartholomae. Muniz from Maine West High School was the recipient of the Bartholomae award and will use the scholarship to study Fire Science at Oakton Community College. Muniz plans to be a firefighter.

(ABOVE) Anthony Muniz and Paul Bartholomae. Muniz from Maine West High School was the recipient of the Bartholomae award and will use the scholarship to study Fire Science at Oakton Community College. Muniz plans to be a firefighter.

A second annual Sadie Rosie scholarship for $1,000 was presented this year as well as the new Paul Bartholomae Scholarship award of $1,500—both targeted to high-school students for college tuition.

“We believe that helping our young adults obtain a college education is an investment, not only in the future of our youth, but also in the future of Des Plaines,” said Argus. “The scholarships will help bring a college degree within reach for students who deserve it most.” read more

Seasons of Service

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DPCF Student Volunteers Assisting Staff at Friendship Park Conservatory

Kensey Reeves and Lacey Argus helped the Friendship Park Conservatory greenhouse staff wash thousands of flower pots during the past summer break.

Kensey Reeves and Lacey Argus helped the Friendship Park Conservatory greenhouse staff wash thousands of flower pots during the past summer break.

Three Des Plaines Community Foundation student volunteers helped the Friendship Park Conservatory greenhouse staff wash thousands of flower pots during the past summer break. The girls are Chippewa Junior High School students looking to give back to the community.

Lacey Argus, Kensey Reeves and Hailey Suwalski were happy to help out the Friendship Park staff and wash a portion of the 25,000 flower pots that are washed every year. read more

Come & Roll the Dice at Des Plaines Rivers Casino!

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riverscasinoCome bet on the Des Plaines Community Foundation (DPCF) on Friday, August 28, 2015 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the 12th annual and only fundraiser at the Cube nightclub at the Des Plaines Rivers Casino.

Tickets for the event are $85 per person before August 20th ($95 after) and will include appetizers, gourmet dinner, open bar and entertainment, including the musical stylings of Victor Pacini and Patrick the psychic doing special readings.

There will be a raffle—including a grand prize of $1,000 second prize of $500, and third prizes that include hotel stays, restaurant dinners and gift cards. Guests will enjoy the new Wine Cork Pull. read more

Des Plaines Community Foundation Offers New Sadie Rose Leadership Award For Students

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sadierose1The Des Plaines Community Foundation has unveiled a new scholarship award targeted to junior and senior high school students.

“The new Sadie Rose Argus Leadership Award has been established to recognize young individuals who volunteer and share their time and talents with the Des Plaines Community Foundation (DPCF),” said Chris Pesche, president of the foundation.

The Sadie Rose Argus Leadership Award will be given to students in recognition of their efforts and volunteer hours directly related to carrying out the mission, programs and services of the DPCF. read more

Seasons of Service

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Des Plaines Community Foundation purchased hair bows for Chippewa Junior High School Cheerleaders as a small thank you to girls who have given volunteer hours to the Foundation. The Foundation also donated $250 each to Catholic Charities, Bessie’s Table and Feed My Sheep. The three organizations cook weekly hot meals for the needy.

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FOUNDATION OFFERS FOUR EDUCATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS FOR STUDENTS

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The Des Plaines Community Foundation offered four $1,500 scholarships to Des Plaines college-bound students. This is the fourth year the Foundation has offered scholarships.
The four recipients for scholarships are Amanda Rey and Mallory Tamillo from Maine West High School, Melissa Picchi from Elk Grove High School, and Anetta Siemanowicz from Maine East High School.

“We believe that helping our young adults obtain a college education is an investment, not only in the future of our youth, but also in the future of Des Plaines,” said Rosemary Argus, executive director of the Foundation. “The scholarships will help bring a college degree within reach for students who want it most.” read more