Geneva Women’s Club’s Eight Core Charities

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About Lazarus House:
Lazarus House is a nonprofit shelter, serving residents of Batavia, Geneva, St. Charles, and western rural Kane County, who are experiencing homelessness or are at risk of becoming homeless. They provide emergency housing 24/7/365, along with meals, hygiene facilities, case management, life-skills classes, and support services to help individuals and families get back on their feet.

Why it Matters:
Lazarus house offers a crucial safety net, giving people a safe place to stay, support during tough times, and a path toward stability and self-sufficiency. It's often the only emergency shelter available for families in these communities, making it a vital resource when people face housing crises or hardship. 

How the Geneva Women's Club Support Lazarus House:
The Geneva Women's Club provides ongoing support to Lazarus House by helping supply regular meals for individuals and families in need. Through club funded means and member prepared dinners, the Geneva Women's Club ensures consistent, reliable support throughout the year. These efforts allow members to directly serve the community while fostering compassion and connection. In recent years, the Geneva Women's Club has supported Lazarus House by providing monthly dinners for residents, prepared by members or purchased through club funds. 

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About Mutual Ground:
Mutual Ground is a vital nonprofit organization offering support to individuals and families impacted by domestic or sexual violence and substance abuse issues. Their services include emergency shelter, 24-hour hotlines, trauma-informed counseling for adults and children, legal and medical advocacy, family services, prevention education, and support for recovery and healing. 

Why it Matters:
By creating a safe space for survivors, providing crisis support, and offering long-term counseling and resources, Mutual Ground helps people rebuild their lives and heal from trauma. Their work contributes to community safety, well-being and hope, supporting those who may have nowhere else to turn. 

How Geneva Women's Club Support Mutual Ground:
The Geneva Women's Club supports Mutual Ground through financial donations and by providing requested essential items. The club contributes to wish-list drives and fundraising efforts that directly address immediate needs. By responding to specific requests from the organization, the Geneva Women's Club helps ensure timely and meaningful support for those they serve. In recent years, the Geneva Women's Club has supported Mutual Ground by providing financial donations and purchasing much needed items from their wish list to directly support their programs.

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About TriCity Family Services:
TriCity Family Services is a nonprofit, community mental health center, serving central and southern Kane County. Since 1967, they've provided accessible, affordable counseling and mental health support to individuals, couples and families of all ages and income levels. TriCity Family Services offers a wide range of services, including individual and family counseling, support for eating disorders, emotional wellness programs, workshops and support groups, and employee assistance programs. Their goal is to help people and families navigate life's challenges and build emotional well being. 

Why it Matters:
Mental health support is crucial for building stronger, healthier communities. By offering affordable and empathetic care, TriCity Family Services helps individuals and families heal, connect, and thrive, especially in times of stress or crisis. Their services reach thousands of community members each year, making a real difference in people's lives. 

How the Geneva Women's Club Supports TriCity Family Services:
The Geneva Women's Club supports TriCity Family Services by participating in seasonal giving programs and providing direct assistance to families and individuals. Through member involvement and targeting donations, the Geneva Women's Club helps meet community needs during key times of the year. Our support reflects a commitment to strengthening families through care and connection. In recent years, the Geneva Women's Club has supported TriCity Family Services by adopting families and individuals through their Holiday Adopt-A-Family Program. 

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About Tri City Health Partnership:
Tri City Health Partnership is a nonprofit medical and dental clinic serving uninsured and under-insured residents of central Kane County. Since 2001, they've provided free, quality, primary medical and dental care to individuals and families who might otherwise go without health services. At their clinic in St. Charles, Tri City Health Partnership offers a wide range of services from primary care for acute and chronic illnesses, to preventative care, wellness screenings, dental care and other health services including women's health, lab work, immunizations and more. They operate through the support of volunteer doctors, dentists and community donations, ensuring that quality care is accessible even for those who can't afford it. 

Why it Matters:
Access to affordable health care is essential and for many in our community, Tri City Health Partnership is a lifeline. By providing free medical and dental care, they help ensure that illness, injury, or lack of insurance doesn't stand in the way of someone's well being. Their work supports the overall health of families and individuals in central Kane County, building a stronger, healthier community. 

How the Geneva Women's Club Supports Tri City Health Partnership:
The Geneva Women's Club partners with Tri City Health Partnership by donating essential hygiene items and providing financial support. Members participate in collection drives and fundraising efforts that help supply critical resources. These contributions allow the Geneva Women's Club to directly support access to basic care and services within the community. In recent years, the Geneva Women's Club has supported Tri City Health Partnership by providing essential hygiene products for their pantry and making financial contributions. 

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About Living Well Cancer Resource Center:
Living Well is a nonprofit resource center that provides free, compassionate support to people in the Fox Valley and surrounding area who are facing cancer, as well as their families and caregivers. Living Well offers a wide range of supportive services and programs such as counseling, social work support, support groups, nutrition and cooking classes, gentle fitness and movement programs, therapy, stress management classes, a wig boutique, and more. All are offered at no cost, regardless of where a person receives medical treatment. These offerings help patients and families cope not only with the medical side of cancer, but also the emotional, nutritional, and practical challenges that come with diagnosis, treatment and survivorship. 

Why it Matters:
Cancer affects whole families, not just the person diagnosed. Living Well fills a vital gap by providing holistic, compassionate care that supports emotional well being, fosters community, and helps patients, and caregivers navigate what can be a difficult journey. By offering these services for free, Living Well ensures that healing and support are accessible to all, regardless of insurance of financial situation. 

How the Geneva Women's Club Supports Living Well Cancer Resource Center:
The Geneva Women's Club supports Living Well Cancer Resource Center through financial contributions and by donating items requested by the organization. The club participates in wish list drives and present donations during on site meetings. These efforts allow the Geneva Women's Club to provide tangible support to individuals impacted by cancer. In recent years, the Geneva Women's Club has supported Northwestern Medicine Living Well Cancer Resource Center through financial contributions and by donating items from their wish list. 

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About Geneva School District:
The Geneva School District and it's community serve as the foundation for education and support in our area, offering services from early learning through high school and supporting student's academic, social, emotional and health needs. In addition to education, the Geneva School District offers students counseling, and social work services for speech and language support, health services, and social education. Geneva District 304 works to make sure each child gets the support they need to succeed. The district also makes family resources available, connecting families with community supports, mental health hotlines, health services and more, so that students and their families have assistance beyond the classroom. 

Why it Matters:
Strong family and school support helps ensure that all children, regardless of background or need, have access to education, resources, and stability. By supporting families, the district fosters a healthier, more resilient community where children can learn, grow and thrive. 

How the Geneva Women's Club Supports Geneva School District 304 & Families: 
The Geneva Women's Club supports local families and schools by collecting and donating essential food items for students in need. Through member driven collection efforts, the Geneva Women's Club partners with school staff to help ensure students have access to nourishment during the school day. This support reflects the club's commitment to helping students succeed both inside and outside the classroom. In recent years, the Geneva Women's Club has supported the Geneva School District by collecting and donating healthy snacks for students in need through the guidance counselors' office. 

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