Our Passion
Philanthropy
HJWC was founded in 1949 with the mission to enrich our community, the lives of our members and their families. A Spring Fashion Show and Tea the first year raised $800 to purchase an obstetrical table for the Hinsdale Hospital. In 2018-2019, we launched our new Grant Fundraising model to help fund tangible items with a lasting impact for deserving organizations. Since then, we have raised $1.4 million dollars for non-profit organizations in Chicagoland and the Western Suburbs.
Each year we provide an average of 20 grants valued between $1-$50,000 to organizations serving women and children. Grant money is awarded to organizations who have needs for items and projects that can be used for many years to come. Vans, playgrounds, building maintenance needs, and equipment are just a small example of the items we give.
The 2023-2024 club year grant application is now closed. Check back on September 1, 2024 for the next grant application. Or you can email philanthrophy@hwjc.us if you would like to be added to the mailing list.
Service Projects
HJWC connects with local non-for-profits to volunteer our time and services to local charities in need. Whether it is providing landscaping for the Wellness House, making fleece blankets for families in need, or packing boxes of food for HCS Family Services, our HJWC members volunteer over 450 hours a year to our partner charities.
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Applications are now closed. Please reach out if you would like to be added to our mailing list for next year's Service Projects.
Grant Applications
Chicagoland Nonprofits are able to apply for a grant of up to $50,000. HJWC raises money throughout our club year and through our big gala, called Benefit. Each grant applicant goes through a presentation and Q and A session with our members. As a club, we vote on how the raised money will get granted to our applicants. HJWC members vote on the grant applications and our grant recipients are announced in late April/early May.
The 2023-2024 club year grant application is now closed. Check back on September 1, 2024 for the next grant application. Or you can email philanthrophy@hwjc.us if you would like to be added to the mailing list.
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THANK YOU for helping survivors achieve a brand-new outlook and freedom. Your partnership in our mission means so much!
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