Success Stories... Those who gave

Want to know for certain that your purchase got routed right to the reason? Curious to hear the follow-up for a need you helped meet? Whether you're an altruistic watchdog or just a fan of happy endings, we will continue to post new success stories here:

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    Holiday Gift Deliveries

    On December 18th, 2008, three Reason To Give staffers delivered gift cards, clothing and household items to a dozen Humboldt Park families in need.

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    Granddaughter stays warm with new winter wear

    Struggling herself, Nancy amazed Reason To Give with her desire to do what she can to make others lives better. Turning Nancy's wish into reality, Reason To Give provides Simone with a new winter wardrobe.

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    Mother of two receives a twin size bed

    In the summer of 2008, Reason to Give gave Zoila a brand new twin bed and helped get her 5 year old out of a crib.

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    Family of six is given a new stove

    With the help of our friends at Abt Electronics, Reason To Give delivered a new stove to the De Leon/Velez family.

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    Deserving woman gets a new bed and a new start

    Edith arrived in Chicago in the summer of 2008 searching for a safe and stable fresh start. Without any furniture of her own, Edith was sleeping on a loaner bed from her landlord until Reason To Give delivered a brand new platform frame and mattress.

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    Family receives new coats and a new pink lamp.

    Victoria Romero is a determined woman—determined to do the best for her children. Through Reason To Give her family received new winter coats and Amy, her youngest, now enjoys bedtime stories lit by a pretty pink lamp.

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