Barrington Giving Day

Making a difference in the lives of those in need

Every child deserves basic essentials. With your help, Barrington Giving Day can continue our mission to provide those necessities to families struggling during these hard times. 

New Collection Bin made possible by BACF & 220

Location: 220 Administrative Building 515 W. Main Street We are excited to unveil our new, permanent collection bin. Thanks to our partnership with 220 and a generous grant from BACF, we are able to make giving accessible and convenient year-round.

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384 Families served at our Back to School Event! 

We were excited to welcome 384 to our Donation Center in The Arboretum where they were able to receive backpacks, school supplies, clothing, athletic shoes, and more to ensure their kids had a great start to the school year. Thanks to a grant from BACF, we also provided school supplies kits to local schools to  Thank you to all who donated to this amazing cause.  

                                   WHAT’S NEXT? 
Please note the Donation Center will be closed 8/21-9/16. Regular donation center hours will resume on 9/17. 
 

Our Collection Bin is available 24/7 @220 Administration Office 515 W. Main Street in Barrington.  

Giving Dreams: 99 Teens,
One Unforgettable Prom Experience

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Prom Magic Made Possible – THANK YOU! 

We are overflowing with gratitude after another incredible year of our Giving Dreams Prom Boutique! Because of our amazing volunteers, donors, and community partners, we helped 95 teens find the perfect outfit to feel confident, celebrated, and ready for prom night! 💫
From stunning gowns and sharp suits to heartfelt moments and happy tears—this event was about so much more than clothes. One aunt teared up seeing her nephew in a suit for the first time, and countless families shared how meaningful this experience was for them.
A huge THANK YOU to our dedicated volunteer seamstresses who made countless alterations with love and care, and to every person who donated time, talent, or items to make this happen.

You helped us turn dreams into reality—and these smiles say it all.

Spring Event Wrap-Up! 264 families-including 629 children in attendance!

PHOTOS COMING SOON!
 
Families selected clothing, shoes, sports equipment, books, personal care items, and so much more.
This incredible impact was only possible thanks to the support of our generous community:
Thank you to..
• Saint Anne Barrington Hope Ministries for the grant to provide essential personal care items 
• Dee Beaubien for sponsoring the Book Station 
• Berkshire Hathaway Starck Real Estate, Elgin for the generous diaper donation 
• South Barrington Park District for hosting a Sports Equipment Drive 
• HELLO Staging+Organizing for collecting client donations 
• GiveNKind for being a vital partner in helping us expand our support 
• J.Jill for serving as a donation drop-off location 
• The Arboretum of South Barrington for making all of this possible
 
 
 
DISTRIBUTED TO FAMILIES IN NEED
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Individuals Served
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