Why I make time for Esperanza April 11, 2012
About 16 years ago, I received a letter from an organization called Esperanza Community Services asking if I could donate unneeded food from the restaurant I was running at the time. They wanted the food to help provide lunch for
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Esperanza gets a glowing review! March 7, 2012
Everyone loves to hear that they do good work, and that what they do makes a difference. I’m happy to say that’s exactly what Esperanza heard last week. We received this great news from two reviewers from CARF, an independent
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Getting to Know Esperanza February 17, 2012
I came to Esperanza a month and a half ago not knowing exactly what to expect. As the newest member of the Esperanza’s development team, I of course knew my job description. I’d met the people with whom I’d be working.
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My Journey With Esperanza, Part 1 – by Mary von Mandel January 19, 2012
Several years ago, a friend invited me to attend a gala at a place called Esperanza Community Services. I agreed because she was my friend and she was excited to show me where she was volunteering her time as a
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When you support Esperanza, you are making achievements possible. January 6, 2012
People who support Esperanza Community Services through their contributions of time and money are making tremendous achievements possible, in all of our programs. Please click here to read how Esperanza has helped Susan become more independent, and read more about
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Thank you to two outstanding volunteers! January 4, 2012
Happy New Year! Esperanza Community Services is gearing up to make 2012 a fantastic year. We have ambitious goals for the year ahead, and one of the key tools that that will help us achieve these goals is this very
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McDonald’s, Puerto Rican Police spread holiday cheer at Esperanza! December 22, 2011
At Esperanza, I am fortunate to be a part of many wonderful and memorable moments. In the last week, Esperanza has welcomed two outstanding supporters as a part of our holiday festivities. Last week, we were joined by several generous
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A cookie decorating extravaganza to benefit Esperanza, Sunday, December 11! December 6, 2011
Giulia Isetti and Christine Zielinski have a holiday tradition. Every year, the friends host a cookie decorating fundraiser to benefit local nonprofit organizations. In exchange for a cash donation, guests are provided with homemade sugar cookies to decorate and take
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Exciting Times at Esperanza! November 21, 2011
Esperanza Community Services has a rich history of helping people with developmental disabilities to reach their fullest potential for independence. Over the last 43 years, we have established ourselves as a premier provider of these services in the Chicagoland area.
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