WINGS recently held its Annual Meeting where collective accomplishments from Fiscal Year 2024 were highlighted and celebrated.

Read more about WINGS Fiscal Year 2024 accomplishments in our hot off the press Annual Report.

Domestic Violence Activists Denise Brown and Mark Wynn Participate in DV Summit

Watch their exclusive conversation ahead of the Domestic Violence Summit here.

Held October 29th, the Domestic Violence Summit was co-hosted with The Chicago Bar Association, WINGS Program, Inc., the Illinois State Bar Association, the Women's Bar Association of Illinois and the DuPage County Bar Association.

Denise Brown, activist and sister of Nicole Brown Simpson, delivered a keynote address. All funds raised benefited WINGS programming for survivors.

Thank You for a Successful Domestic Violence Awareness Month!

Thank you to everyone who took time to make a donation or share our facts through emails or social media.

As a result, we raised $40,705 which makes an important impact on the survivors we serve.

Although Halloween was last week, our community of supporters and dedicated staff continue to show up as superheroes for the survivors we serve.

5 Ways to Assist WINGS this Holiday Season

1) Make a Donation

In 2023, the Illinois Domestic Violence Hotline received more than 47,000 contacts. This equates to a 27% increase over 2022 and a 90% increase from pre-pandemic 2019. For 124 days in 2023, domestic violence shelters in Chicago had no beds available for survivors to flee to.

A donation of any amount can make a positive impact on the lives of survivors. With your support and others, we can expand our services in Chicago and the suburbs, ensuring survivors have the resources they need to gain their independence and break the cycle of violence.

2) Donate Gifts to WINGS Holiday Store

Can you help WINGS distribute over 2,600 gifts to families this Holiday Season?

Your donations allow survivors to select gifts for their loved ones, bringing joy and hope.

Gifts are being accepted now through December 8th.

3) Shop (& Donate to) WINGS Resale

Shop at WINGS Resale where all proceeds benefit our comprehensive programs assisting survivors of domestic violence.

Consider the following ideas this season:

*Have a gift exchange where items are bought from WINGS Resale

Find your white elephant, Yankee Swap, or host gift at a great price. All at once you can find unique items, support WINGS mission, and help the planet.

*Shop for your holiday gathering apparel

WINGS Resale has a variety of clothing from beautiful evening wear to festive/ugly sweaters.

*Collect Housewares for your holiday gathering

WINGS has a wide selection of festive decor as you prepare for the season. Instead of buying disposable plates, consider purchasing a dish set from WINGS Resale. If you are tight on space you can donate them back after your event.

*Donate your items

Before more gifts come in this holiday season, donate items not sparking joy to our Resale Stores.

Hope to see you at one of our three locations soon!

Promotions:

For the month of November, receive 75% off all green-tagged items.

This clearance sale cannot be combined with other offers.

Looking for a specific item?

Review WINGS daily specials and save.

New! Veterans, reservists, and active duty military...

Visit any of our three locations on Mondays, show your military ID, and receive 50% off.

This sale cannot be combined with other offers.

4) Volunteer

Volunteer at WINGS Resale Niles

Sort donations, assist as a cashier, greet customers, and more.

Volunteer at WINGS Logistics Center in Elk Grove

A rewarding small group activity and perfect for people who enjoy the surprise of opening a box with no idea what will be inside, volunteers at WINGS Logistics Center sort and inspect donated items.

Volunteers must be 14 years old or older to volunteer individually. Volunteers ages 10-13 must be accompanied by a guardian.

View all volunteer opportunities here.

WINGS Resale Volunteer Dionne C.

5) Save the Dates

*Friday, November 15th is National Philanthropy Day

Thank you for supporting WINGS. It is not just about donating; it is about smartly investing in lives to make a lasting impact. We wouldn’t be here without you. Continue this vital work.

*Friday, November 29th,

Saturday, November 30th, and

Sunday, December 1st -

WINGS Resale 50% off Sale

Start your holiday shopping at WINGS Resale during our Black Friday and Small Business Saturday 50% off weekend sale.

*Monday, December 2nd is Stock Monday

Did you know that stock gifts are an increasingly popular way WINGS donors are supporting critical services to those fleeing domestic violence?

Learn more.

*Tuesday, December 3rd is #GivingTuesday

On this worldwide day of giving, make a donation and share why you support WINGS mission on social media.

Support WINGS impactful and critically needed programs, while joining a global giving movement.

Stock Monday - Why donating stock saves you money.

Event News

Sponsorships are Now Available for

WINGS Award-Winning Event: Sweet Home Chicago

WINGS 21st Annual Sweet Home Chicago

Sunday, December 8th, 2024

10:00am-1:00pm

Four Seasons Hotel Chicago

WINGS 21st Annual Sweet Home Chicago event is just around the corner. This year's event theme will be inspired by classic book and movie: The Polar Express.

Guests will enjoy a mix of fun surprises and traditional activities such as:

*Gingerbread house decorating,

*Balloon artists,

*Santa visits,

*K-9 Comfort Dogs,

*Performance by Ralph's World

WINGS 2nd Annual BLOSSOM Fashion Show

Thursday, April 24th, 2025

6:00pm-9:00pm

21c Museum Hotel - Chicago

Save the Date...April 24th, Nigel Barker returns to 21c Museum Hotel in Chicago to host WINGS 2nd Annual BLOSSOM Fashion Show.

This year we are honoring Whitney Reynolds and featuring designs by Janet Mandell.

Recap: WINGS 24th Annual Purple Tie Ball

Inspires and Delights Guests

WINGS 24^th Annual Purple Tie Ball welcomed 550 guests to a whimsical winter wonderland on Saturday, October 26^th at the Marriott Resort in Lincolnshire and raised more than $1 million for WINGS comprehensive domestic violence solutions.

The event featured many surprises for attendees: a glowing ballerina, an ice bar and ice sculpture, a magical champagne wall, and more.

Thank you to everyone who made the event a success including sponsors, donors, attendees, volunteers, our two inspirational David K. Hill winners, Purple Tie Ball host committee and Co-Chairs Shanna Nikolic and Katherine Banich, and Décor Chair Lori Paris.

Photo Gallery

WINGS annual coat drive provided 1,430 winter items to families across WINGS programs.

Clients were able to come and 'shop' for free, picking items out for themselves and their children. Thank you to everyone who contributed for the families we serve to feel warmth this winter.

WINGS staff recently participated in a panel at the Center on Halsted which discussed the complexities of Domestic Violence and how collaboration amongst providers helps unite our movement toward ending domestic violence.

WINGS Staff wearing purple on Purple Thursday during Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

WINGS Resale - Arlington Heights staff and volunteers wearing purple for Purple Thursday.

Happy Hallo-WINGS!

WINGS staff dressed up and had a spooky-themed potluck on Halloween.

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The mission of WINGS Program, Inc. is to provide housing, integrated services,

education and advocacy to end domestic violence.

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