Monthly Archives: November 2020

When one of FFGE’s board members was a young man, he was enlisted into an indoor floor hockey team at the YMCA–they were short a man.  The team was made up of old guys in their forties, but he went along and became a regular. As time went by, he learned that they were some of […]

When we give back to others, we don’t always see the impact of our actions. There are stories of good deeds that remain forever hidden:  The child who remembers the food that their family was given when they were poor and didn’t know what to do The memories of how “this could happen to anybody” […]

Every year, the Coalition of Elgin Religious Leaders hosts the Elgin Community Thanksgiving Event. It’s a wonderful opportunity for people of all faiths to come together, give back, and express gratitude. This year’s event will take place virtually on November 22 from 4 to 5:15. During this year’s virtual event, the CERL will be collecting […]

Throughout this season of giving, we’ll be sharing stories like these. You never know how your small actions of generosity can change lives, for generations to come.

We will assemble 300 boxes of food for our guests on Saturday, November 14, at 10 a.m. at Food For Great Elgin.

We are pleased to announce that the Bear Family McDonald’s Restaurants will match contributions made on Giving Tuesday, December 1, 2020, up to $5,000.