WINGS Program, Inc.

We are deeply saddened by the fatal homicide of Dr. Olga Duchon in Barrington. Our hearts go out to her family. Domestic violence does not discriminate. It happens in Barrington and it happens to well respected medical professionals. Ending domestic violence drives our work because everyone deserves safety and freedom from abuse. We want survivors to know that you are not alone and there are resources available. 24-Hour Hotline: 847-221-5680. #youarenotalone #domesticviolenceawareness #helpisavailable

Many thanks to the generous sponsors of WINGS 21st Annual Sweet Home Chicago fundraiser, which will be on Sunday, December 8th: Presenting Sponsors BlueSpruce Foundation Rita and John Canning Janet and Craig Duchossois Lead Sponsors Hasmik and Vahe Dombalagian Liz and Kent Dauten Ann and Doug Grissom Lindy and Michael Keiser Emmy and Robert King Peggy and Richard Notebaert Alicia and Peter Pond Shirley and Patrick Ryan Gingerbread Sponsors Adams Street Partners BMO Jess and Tim Canning Exelon Dorothy and Jack Jiganti Kirkland & Ellis Lavin Family Foundation Kathy and Tom Lanctot Beth and Tony Lupo Northwestern Medicine Canning Thoracic Institute Meghan and Matt Norton The O’Connor Family Gum Drop Sponsors Jess and Tim Canning Elizabeth and Matt Denison Peter and Paula Fasseas Foundation Virginia and Josh Hale Corky and Larry Richman Candy Cane Sponsors Allstate Kristina and Larry Baker Maria and Craig Braham Brodsky Family Foundation Bradley and Peter DeHaan Jim Gordon, The Edgewater Funds Shea and Trent Mausser/Northwestern Mutual Maria and Jason Shideler Sheila King Marketing + Public Relations Allie and James Svigos Hobson/Lucas Family Foundation To learn about sponsorship opportunities, please visit: https://lnkd.in/g_x65C6f #sweethomefamilies #nonprofitevent #nonprofitsponsorships

WINGS is proud to announce that La Tonya Walker, MS, ICDVP, Chief Program Officer, was selected to be part of?The Allstate Foundation?Executive Leadership Program’s Class of 2025! Over the next seven-months, La Tonya will participate in a customized, cohort-based learning experience through?Kellogg School Center for Nonprofit Management at Northwestern University for Nonprofit Management at Northwestern University?with 29 other nonprofit leaders from across the country. ? Learn more about The Allstate Foundation’s free leadership offerings here: https://lnkd.in/ggu7_ZHr #ExecutiveLeadershipProgram #NonprofitLeadership #allstatefoundation

Today 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. Take the opportunity to continue this vital work. https://lnkd.in/gecVvkSV #NationalPhilanthropyDay #smartgiving #GiveWINGS

Please join us in welcoming John Glassgow to WINGS Board of Directors! John is a partner at Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP in the Corporate Practice Group in Chicago. He concentrates his practice in mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, and financing transactions representing private equity funds, independent sponsors, and their portfolio companies with a particular focus on healthcare providers. As part of his role on our board, he will also serve on our Board Development Committee. John's experience and insight will undoubtedly help us advance our goals and strengthen our impact in the community. We are incredibly grateful for his commitment and excited to collaborate with him in the journey to help those affected by domestic violence.

Domestic Violence Awareness Month was a huge success, thanks to you! We are so grateful to everyone who took time to make a donation or share our facts through emails or social media. As a result, we raised $40,705.67 which makes an significant impact on the survivors we serve. Thank you! #domesticviolenceawarenessmonth #dvam

Save the date! For sponsorship information, visit https://lnkd.in/e3d9c7F6 Nigel Barker Whitney Reynolds #nonprofitevent #nonprofitsponsorship #sponsorshipsavailable #spreadingourwings #fashionshow #fashionshowforacause #Chicagofashionshow #domesticviolence #domesticviolenceawareness

Thank you Center on Halsted for hosting "Supporting The Complexities of Domestic Violence" and for including WINGS in the panel! We appreciate you, and everyone else, who came together to make this panel and networking event so effective and beneficial. Collaboration amongst providers and advocates helps us share best practices in our united movement toward ending domestic violence. Thank you again for shedding light on the complexities of domestic violence! #paneldiscussion #networkingevent #endomesticviolence

Our Purple Tie Ball was a smashing success! We are thrilled to announce that this winter wonderful was our most successful event ever, raising over $1 million! It was a night full of fun and impact, recognizing 2 David K Hill survivors, music from the Bluewater Kings Band and enchanting winter wonderland surprises like the snow globe and ice bar. This record-breaking evening not only brought a fantastic time, but will also make a very significant contribution to our mission of supporting survivors of domestic violence. Every dollar raised goes directly to funding our programs that help those escaping these difficult situations. Thank you to our co-chairs Shanna Nikolic & Katherine (Hajduch) Banich, our decor chair Lori Paris, our host committee, all our sponsors, attendees, donors, volunteers and staff who worked together to make this an epic event! What was your favorite part of the night? Leave a comment below! Photography credit belongs to Gosia Matuszewska of Gosia Photography & Rishi Productions #WINGSPTB #hopeandfreedom #nonprofitevent #dvam #winterwonderland

Rebecca Darr, WINGS President and CEO, had the chance recently to exclusively talk with Denise Brown, Activist and Sister of Nicole Brown Simpson, Mark Wynn, Domestic and Sexual Violence Prevention Trainer and Advocate,?and Ellaine Sambo-Reyther, WINGS Board of Directors Chair about domestic violence ahead of today's Domestic Violence Summit. Watch this engaging conversation here:? https://lnkd.in/gecKw3MT Learn ways to get involved with ending domestic violence here: www.wingsprogram.com #domesticviolence #domesticviolenceawarenessmonth