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Shelter, Inc. Awarded Cook County Behavioral Health Grant
Shelter, Inc. is pleased to announce that it is the recipient of a grant from Cook County Health’s Stronger Together: Building a More Equitable Behavioral Health System in Cook County Initiative.
Celebrating Pride Month: Reflections from a Child of the 60’s
There were several times when my parents had to have crucial but uncomfortable conversations with me – I was a very curious kid, but there was a lot happening, so naturally I had questions about it. The Stonewall Riots sparked the gay rights activism that we celebrate today. Everyone should have the ability to live their lives as we see fit, isn’t that what this country was supposed to be founded upon?
Shelter, Inc. Joins Fourth Annual “Mental Health Action Day”
Shelter, Inc. announced their participation, in partnership with more than 2,300 leading brands, nonprofits and cultural leaders globally, in the fourth-annual Mental Health Action Day, to be held on Thursday, May 16.
Shelter, Inc. Welcomes New Annual Fund Manager
Kayla Torres is a dedicated and results-driven development professional with a proven track record in fundraising, donor engagement and community outreach. Kayla holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communications and Public Relations from Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota and is proficient in various technical and data management systems.
Shelter, Inc. Receives National Accreditation
Shelter, Inc. has achieved national accreditation through COA Accreditation, a service of Social Current. Shelter, Inc. is a child welfare agency that works to end the cycle of child abuse and neglect through comprehensive and community-based services for children and families at risk and in need.
In Memoriam: Pat Cinquini
It is with immense sadness that we share the news of the passing of one of our esteemed colleagues, Pat Cinquini. Pat was not only an invaluable member of our team but also a dear friend and a source of inspiration to so many of us. Her dedication, passion and commitment to excellence were truly remarkable.
Shelter, Inc. Welcomes New Development Director
Simone Wheeler brings over fifteen years of fund development and philanthropic innovation, primarily in human services and child welfare. Simone most recently served as VP Development at The Cradle, a recognized leader in infant adoption, where she successfully developed and implemented a fundraising plan to drive sustainable growth.
Shelter Receives Cook County Behavioral Health Grant
The Cook County Department of Public Health has announced Shelter is one of 18 recipients out of 140 applicants to receive a Behavioral Health Initiative Grant (BHI) to support behavioral health services for Cook County’s most vulnerable communities. The BHI program...
Changing Lanes: A New Chapter for Diana Morris
Diana is now returning to her role as the Group Home Coordinator and looking forward to working once again directly with youths. While she says she will miss HR, she is excited to be working with the teams at the Jennings and Buckholz emergency homes.
