New Year, Same Mission:

New Year, Same Mission: Kicking Off 2025

with Impact and Hope

January 2025 Newsletter

From Ukraine with Love:

A Family's Journey and

the Power of Community Collaboration

Read their story here: https://www.poc.news/news/

Empowering Parent Mentors: Building Mental Health Awareness in Our Community

As part of POC's Parent Mentor Program (PMP) goals to better support our community, PMP Organizer Addy and PMP Coordinator Gloria attended a Mental Health First Aid training to get certified by the National Council for Behavioral Health. While they're not professionals, this training prepares PMP leadership to recognize and respond to mental health challenges effectively and bring this knowledge to the Parent Mentors through weekly workshops.

Tickets Available!

Whiskey & Roses: A Kentucky Derby Experience

Party with a Purpose

Join us on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.

for an unforgettable evening! Our Spring Event combines

stylishness and excitement, all supporting POC programs.

🎶 Entertainment by Tres Moustache

🥃 Whiskey Tasting by Whiskey & Barrel Nite

Mini Horses from Soul Harbour

Sponsorships are available now, and tickets will be available soon.

For more information, please contact Lisa Hanson-Braun at LisaHB@partnersforourcommunities.org.

Let’s make a difference together while

enjoying a night of music, whiskey, and camaraderie!

Purchase your tickets here: https://www.poc.news/event/whiskey-roses/

Appreciation Spotlight!

Giving Warmth: How Our Generous Donors are

Transforming Lives Through Clothing

Thank you to Teft Middle School for blessing POC's Ascension Hanover Park clothing closet with donations from U46's clothing and coat drive. School administrators, students, and their families kindly thought of others, and the families genuinely appreciated the warm winter coats, sweaters, scarves, and hats.

If you want to donate new or clean and gently used clothing to the Hanover Park location, call us at 847-847-4475.

With Gratitude:

You Helped Us Build a Stronger Community

Thank you to everyone who generously donated to help us reach our goal! Your kindness allows us to do more than provide essential services.

YOU empower us to create a space where people facing hardships find a valuable support network and a community that feels like home.

Thank you, Donors, for Your In-Kind Donations

Arlington Cardinals 15U Black

BMO Harris Bank

Bridget Witt, Palatine Bank & Trust

Central Road Elementary School

Cornerstone Bank

Deer Grove Covenant Church

Dick’s Sporting Goods

Holy Family Catholic Church

Ivy Hill Elementary School

Living Christ Lutheran Church of Arlington Heights

Lynn Klassy for hundreds of crocheted hats

Mary Beth Canty's Office

Megan Butz Legacy of Hope

Mike's Bike Shop

Omron Healthcare, INC

Palatine Assisting Through Hope

Palatine Fire and Benevolent Association: PPFBA, American Legion, Flanigan Family

Palatine Historical Society

Palatine Public Library

POC Adopt-A-Family Donors

Rotary Club of Palatine

Rotary Club of Schaumburg Hoffman Estates

St. Thomas of Villanova

TEFT Middle School of Streamwood

Toni A. Madl, Palatine High School

Toy Drive with Ally Financial

1585 Rand Road

Palatine, Illinois 60074