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Allendale Celebrates 125 Years of Helping Kids in Crisis Find Hope and Healing
Written by: Joanne Levine, Lekas & Levine PR This year, Allendale Association—a Lake Villa not-for-profit that serves kids and families in crisis—celebrates its 125th anniversary. Over the decades, thousands of…
Read More‘It Takes a Team’ to Make a Lasting Impact!
“Backpacks, school supplies, and first day of school outfits — this is what a new school year brings! In education, we are fortunate enough to experience a “new year” twice…
Read MoreEngaging the Power of ‘Community’
Working with youth and families in their homes and communities with the intention of reducing crises, connecting families to community resources and helping young people and their families work together…
Read MoreMore Than a Job – A Labor of Love
From Left to Right Starting at the Top Left Corner – Sheridan Frank, Jeremy Dunne, Ashley Jolly, and Vanessa Young How would you like to work at a place that…
Read MoreA New Brand That Reflects Our Heritage, Passion and Hope for the Future
Empowering children who have experienced some of the most extensive, traumatic, and devastating circumstances while fostering a sense of hope has been at the heart of Allendale’s mission throughout its…
Read More125th Anniversary Jubilee
Join us for Allendale’s 125th Anniversary Jubilee event at the Lake Forest Club on April 30th, 2022 at 6:30 pm, honoring and celebrating a distinguished legacy of care and service…
Read MoreSeasons at Allendale – Annual Fund Drive!
Your continued generosity of spirit and substance is what sustains us. Whether your donation is for essential school supplies that will enable our teachers to take their students’ minds where…
Read More“Hope for the Holidays” Event!
Thank you to everyone who supported our Wine Tasting Event on Nov. 6th! If you missed it, don’t worry! You can still purchase…
Read MoreCoronavirus (COVID-19) Update
As we continue to closely monitor the rapidly evolving developments in response to COVID-19, and following the guidance from local and state health officials, Allendale is prepared to navigate…
Read MoreHelp kids cope with changes brought on by pandemic
No school. No day care. No playdates with friends. The COVID-19 crisis has turned our children’s lives upside down, while stoking fear and sparking a range of reactions. Many parents…
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