"A Caravan of Love"
January 17, 2011
George Kettell and Midwest Vans Ltd. Celebrate 35 Years of Service
Homeless Outreach Luncheon 2011
November 12, 2011
Ringing In the Holiday Season by Reaching Out to Those in Need
Fleur de Lis Honoree Cocktail Event
November 10, 2011
Jim McKinney and Margaret McDermott Honored at Gene & Georgetti's.
Chicago Sun-Times interviews Santa Mike
November 7, 2011
Santa Mike is in the news.
WCIU Television interviews Uncle Pete
October 5, 2011
Uncle Pete tells his story on WCIU.
Marillac's Monthly Highlights - September 2011
September 16, 2011
Back to School; Staff Service Awards & Retreat; Facility Makeover; Food Pantry Gearing up for Fall; Adult Literacy Program; Spa Day for Project Hope; Speech Therapy for Kids; & Seniors at Navy Pier.
John Banner's Legacy
August 14, 2011
Chicago Sun-Times recognizes the life and legacy of John Banner, advisory board member at St. Vincent de Paul Center.
Marillac's Monthly Highlights - August 5, 2011
August 5, 2011
Pre-Schoolers visit Peggy Notebaert Museum; Sports Camp for School-Age Children; After School Matters presents - "Zoo Man and the Sign"; Overnight at Rustic Falls; Skating trip for Project Hope; & Senior Spa Day.
A Safe Haven for Youth
August 1, 2011
The Chicago Tribune features Deanna Hallagan, Director of Hope Junior and her husband, Erick Lentz.
NAEYC Accreditation Maintained at Marillac
August 1, 2011
The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) renews accreditation for Marillac’s Childhood Development program.
New Bikes for Hope Junior Kids
July 25, 2011
Marriott Employees' Spectacular Surprise
Marillac's Weekly Highlights - July 20, 2011
July 20, 2011
Marillac's Summer Block Party; 25th Annual Elder Rights Conference; Brookfield Zoo Adventure; Butterfly Garden at Marillac; Bullying, Anger Management & Life Skills Sessions; Audio Books for Children; & Hope Junior's Fashion Show.
Revitalized Playground for West Side Children
July 6, 2011
Golden Apple Volunteers Landscape Playground at Marillac Social Center
Marillac's Weekly Highlights - June 27, 2011
June 27, 2011
Take Charge's Honors Luncheon, Donuts with Dad, Family Movie Night, Parent Appreciation Dinner, West Side Collaborative Funds Medical Case Manager Position, Peace Builders & Feeding America Support Project Hope, & Project Hope's Appreciation Dinner.
Boxes Filled with Hope
June 22, 2011
Low-Income Chicagoans Receive Food at Marillac
Marillac's Weekly Highlights - June 13, 2011
June 13, 2011
Candle-lighting Graduation Ceremony, Lending Library, Learning Resources for Children, & Violence Prevention Groups.
Alderman Jason Erwin Visits Marillac
June 6, 2011
Violence is on the Alderman's radar this summer.
Marillac's Weekly Highlights - June 6, 2011
June 6, 2011
Math and Science Club for Hope Junior Youth
Marillac's Weekly Highlights - June 1, 2011
June 1, 2011
Dr. Richard Spangler's Legacy, 8th Grade Graduation, Getting to Know Me Girls Group, Leap Frog for Kids, & LEARN's Luncheon.
Marillac Beacon of Hope
May 11, 2011
The 4th Annual Beacon of Hope was held on April 29th.
Weekly Highlights - April 18, 2011
April 18, 2011
Breakfast with the Bunny & Night at the DuSable
Marillac's Weekly Highlights - April 11, 2011
April 11, 2011
Marillac Alumnus Gift, Memories Project, Chicago Cubs for Kids, Bethany Fund Features Project Hope, & Conflict Resolution Sessions with Chicago Children's Museum.
Project Hope on ABC 7 Chicago
March 22, 2011
ABC 7 Chicago featured a story about Kay Hallagan, the founder of Project Hope, and the impact she has had on our Marillac Social Center over the years.
Winter Newsletter
March 17, 2011
We are happy and excited to share our Winter Newsletter with our friends and supporters. We invite you to read more about the happenings at St. Vincent de Paul Center and Marillac Social Center.
Uncle Pete in the Chicago Tribune
December 24, 2010
Marillac Social Center's Year-round Santa Claus
Food Depository Internship Program Helps Keep Pantry Doors Open
July 28th, 2010
When Sister Catherine Marie Lowe started as director of Family Services for Marillac Social Center in July 2009, she was the department’s only staff member. With the array of services Marillac offered, Sister Catherine was quickly overwhelmed by the breadth of her responsibilities.
Social Skills Development
March 29th, 2010
Social Skills Development the Focal Point of Six Week Program for School Age Children at Marillac
State Budget Cuts Threaten Statewide Funding
March 16th, 2010
Proposed State Budget Cuts Threaten Statewide Funding for Early Childhood and Human Services Programs
Marillac House Beacon of Hope Ball: An Evening of Hope
May 13th, 2010
The 3rd Annual Beacon of Hope Ball was held on Saturday, May 1, 2010 at the Chicago Marriott Magnificent Mile helping to support the children and families at Marillac Social Center.
Learning About Science with a Fun and Interactive Hands on Approach
February 16th, 2010
"Mad Science of Chicago” returned to Marillac this year on Feb 11 with their fun and fascinating activities. As in years past, the response was very enthusiastic as kids happily learned about rocks and minerals (phosphorescence, volcanic pressure, tectonic plates), simple machines (pulleys, simple pinchers), and alternative energy sources (solar and wind power). A good time was had by all and many new things were learned by all of the children.
Marillac Seniors Celebrate Valentines Day at the Center
February 16th, 2010
On Thursday February 11th the Marillac House Senior program gathered to celebrate Valentines day with lunch, an opportunity to visit with each other and hear from guest speaker Judge Charles Burns. The group is always enthusiastic about learning new things and coming together as a group.
Marillac Hosts Faith Leadership Breakfast on Teen Violence
January 29, 2010
On Wednesday, January 13, 2010, Marillac Social Center hosted a Faith Based Leadership Breakfast focused on the all too relevant issue of Teen Violence. In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday, the goal of the event was to connect leaders in the community in an effort to create working partnerships to curb violence.
Marillac Supporters Prove that Christmas Truly is the Time for Giving
January 22, 2010
Thank you to all of our donors during this very special time of year!
Wildcats Boys Basketball Team Advances to the Playoffs After Close Win
January 20, 2010
On Tuesday night the Marillac Social Center Wildcats were tested up until the last minute and were able to come away with the win. The game was very close but ended with Marillac ahead 41-38. With this win the boys have made it into the playoffs with their first game on Saturday January 23rd at 10:00am at San Miguel.
Marillac Food Pantry Makes Christmas & Thanksgiving Dinner a Reality for Area Families
January 14th, 2010
During the 2009 Holiday Season the Marillac Food Pantry, with the help of numerous benefactors and volunteers, served over 1,500 households all the holiday fixings and meal items needed to prepare Christmas and Thanksgiving dinner for their families.
Hope Junior Lady Warrior Basketball Team Takes the Championship
December 4, 2009
Congratulations to the Marillac House Lady Warriors on their success this season! The team entered last Saturday’s playoff game undefeated and continued their winning ways into the final weekend capturing the title with a 28-27 win against St. Malachy.
Weber-Stephen Products Co. Provide Generous Donation towards Hope Junior Program
December 9, 2010
Through the generous support of the Weber Stephen Product Company, Marillac Social Center will be able to continue offering its Hope Junior program over the next three years. When asked about the recent funding, Chief Executive Office Bart Winters said, “We are fortunate to have great friends like the Weber Stephen Product Company.
Video and Discussion on Teen Violence a big success!!
December 4, 2009
On Monday November 2nd, Marillac Social Center’s Hope Junior program was the proud host of Stand UP - Speak OUT - Stop the VIOLENCE.
Project Hope Program Continues Excellent Service at Marillac
November 10th, 2009
Though on hiatus for two months this summer, the Project Hope program, working to serve over 65 teen mothers between the ages of 12-21 on Chicago’s West Side, is back up and running at the Center.
After School Matters Teens at Marillac Produce Original Alice in Wonderland
November 1st, 2009
Thirty After School Matters Teens at Marillac worked tirelessly all summer to produce an amazing, original work of Alice and Wonderland which had shows all across the West Side of Chicago the week of August 3, 2009.
