The Chicago Region has selected two organizations to support in 2026:
CASA of McHenry County
CASA stands for Court Appointed Special Advocates. It is a vital organization that plays a critical role in advocating for the well-being of children in McHenry County’s foster care system.
Their Mission
At CASA, our mission is to protect and support children who have been abused or neglected by providing them with trained, committed volunteers who advocate for their best interest. We believe that every child deserves a safe, loving, forever home, and we work tirelessly to make that vision a reality!
SPRING FOUNDATION
The Spring Foundation operates in the greater Chicago area and runs the Noble Gift Project: a pro bono volunteer-driven social initiative providing tailored support to families facing difficult life situations beyond their control. We deliver “wise help” by carefully assessing each family’s needs and mobilizing donors to offer targeted assistance that helps families break the cycle of poverty and empowers lasting change.
What they do
Working through volunteers who assess each family’s needs and connect them directly with donors, Spring Foundation delivers “wise help” that avoids dependency, breaks cycles of poverty, and ensures that 100% of donations go directly to those in need. Because every family’s situation is unique, no two Noble Gifts are ever the same. Support is tailored to real needs and may include helping a single parent move from a shelter into an apartment, furnishing a home with basic essentials, providing school supplies or computers for children, or covering critical medical or legal expenses.
