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| Daybreakapalooza – June 3rd, 2012 – Noon – 9:00 p.m. | |
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| First Look for Charity – February 9th, 2012 | |
 This black tie extravaganza offers more than just the first peek at the Chicago Auto Show. It’s an opportunity for you to join us in our renowned hospitality suite filled with amenities galore. You won’t want to miss the magnificent hors d’oeuvres, the “Charitini” (our signature martini), private coat check, professional portraits, and more. It’s a night to remember!More info… |
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| Playing for Miracles – October 28, 2011 – 6:30 p.m. – Midnight | |
 Famous for their antics and showmanship at Chicago’s Howl at the Moon, Tony Kidonakis and Andrew Blenderman combine their talents to provide a fun-filled, casual, high-energy, request driven, sing-along, clap-along, dance-along show with their dueling pianos.More info… |
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| Holiday Appeal – November–January | |
 Support the works of Catholic Charities through a monetary contribution that will be used to support programs and services that provide help and create hope for 60,000 persons each year. Did you know that 90 cents of every dollar raised goes directly to client programs? More Info |
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| Gift of Christmas/Sponsor a Family Program – November 23–December 20 | |
 Read about “real-life” families, children, individuals and seniors who are currently clients of Catholic Charities and are hoping and praying that their Christmas will be filled with joy and a few necessities this year. Choose one or more compelling stories and “sponsor” that family’s need.More info… |
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| Holiday Outreach Program – in DuPage, Will and Grundy Counties | |
 Some of your neighbors might find this Christmas season impossible to deal with. Families have been unemployed and times are the toughest they have ever been in years. If you want to help meet the specific needs of a family or person who is currently a client in need at Catholic Charities, participating in this program is a great way to share your holiday blessings!More info… |
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| Sharing the Warmth – in Kankakee County | |
 If you want to be an angel on earth to a low-income senior living in Kankakee County this Christmas, this is your opportunity. This program matches low-income seniors with donors who are willing to buy the items on their “wish list”. You can be their “Secret Santa”!To get involved or become a donor, contact Jennifer Wick at 815.724.1129. |
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| Back to School Fairs – August | |
 Help get children from low-income families ready for the new school year by supporting the Back to School Fairs in Will, DuPage, and Kankakee Counties. Most fairs offer free school supplies, immunizations, physicals, dental exams and more! Planning for the fairs begins in January each year, but it's never too late to call.Please contact the following persons for more information: In DuPage County, contact Mary Tarnow at 630.495.8008 x 2110. In Will County, call 815.774.4663. In Kankakee County, contact Mary Hines at 815.933.7791 x143. |
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| Undy Sunday – October | |
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 Many of us take things like underwear and socks from granted, but for low-income persons, especially children and seniors, they are often a luxury. Your church, civic group or community group can be part of this exciting underwear drive.For more information, contact Angela Mehalek at 815.724.1139. |
| The Angel Fund – Mar 9–April 30 | |
But the Lord sent us an angel, again. Our angel is the same anonymous donor who came to our rescue last year. Our "angel" is an anonymous donor who will match your contribution dollar for dollar up to $50,000 starting in Lent through the end of April. |
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| Feinstein Challenge – March - April | |
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| Catholic Charities Month Appeal – July–September | |
 Need never takes a vacation. This mail appeal helps Catholic Charities generate revenue during the months we need it the most – July, August and September.More info… |
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