Marklund envisions a happy, safe, purpose-filled life for every individual with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Through their three pillars of care, Marklund serves infants, children, teens and adults with severe and profound developmental disabilities and special healthcare needs. With us this morning to talk more about Marklund and the work they are doing for people with profound disabilities is Gil Fonger, the President and CEO of the organization

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If you can dream it, you can achieve it. Pretty Me Inc. helps youth achieve their dreams by fostering personal growth and mental well-being in all their members. Through personalized guidance, skill-building opportunities, and mental health resources, they’re aiming to inspire and uplift the next generation and ensure that they have the tools and confidence to navigate life’s challenges. With us this morning to talk more about Pretty Me Inc. and the work they are doing for youth in the Chicagoland area is Allie Woodruff, the Director of Operations for the organization.

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From July 21 - 25 you can join Chick-fil-A and the Greater Chicago Food Depository for some delicious cookies. For every cookie purchased, $1 will be donated to help fight hunger and food insecurity in the Chicagoland area. With us this morning to talk more about Chick-Fil-A’s partnership with the Greater Chicago Food Depository is Kareem Edwards, the Owner and Operator of Chick-Fil-A South Loop, and Vanessa Lewis, the Senior Manager of Corporate Relations at the Greater Chicago Food Depository.

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Everyday, youth around the Chicagoland area find themselves searching for safety and shelter. The Harbour is helping break the cycle of homelessness by offering immediate, stable, and safe housing. With us this morning to talk more about The Harbour and the work they are doing for youth experiencing homelessness is Melody Rose, the Executive Director of the organization.

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Orphans of the Storm take in every orphaned, abandoned, abused, or neglected dog and cat who reaches their doors. After providing the best medical and physical care for them, they find the animals warm, loving, adoptive homes. With us this morning to talk more about Orphans of the Storm and the work they are doing for animals is Sandy De Lisle, the Head of Development and Community Engagement.

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Support, Educate, and Transform. That’s how Horizons For Youth is creating spaces for youth of all academic ability levels to succeed. No child is refused based on academics, and 100% of Horizons for Youth students graduate from high school, with 100% of seniors graduating with a post-secondary plan. With us this morning to talk more about Horizons for Youth and the work they are doing for children in the Chicagoland area is Greg Borkowski, the Executive Director of the organization.

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Hope Always Foundation is dedicated to bringing pediatric patients comfort, joy and hope through technology. By providing “Warrior Tablets” to hospitals, children can enjoy calming and Age-appropriate films, shows and musical content. With us this morning to talk more about Hope Always Foundation is Bobby Kesselman, the Executive Director of the organization.

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Can your paint do good for the world? It will if you recycle and keep your paint out of landfills. EarthPaint recycles your old latex paint into a high-quality, sustainable product that works for any job, inside or outside. With us this morning to talk more about EarthPaint and the work they are doing for both the Chicagoland community and the environment is Chris McCarthy, the Founder of the organization.

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