Lend a hand to neighbors in need, if you are able.
Our local food pantry continues to collect food, toiletries, and standard household supplies. Especially needed now:
Donations accepted Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. at the Vernon Township offices, 3050 N. Main St., Buffalo Grove.
Cash donations also accepted; call Nancy Urice at 847-634-4600.
A group of volunteers helping delivery food and medicines to neighbors in need, mostly those who are at high-risk. To get involved:
Visit this group's Facebook page and request to become a member
Email bghelpingbg@gmail.com
Your generous, tax-deductible donation will ensure that local nonprofit organizations have resources to quickly respond to the urgent needs that our most vulnerable Lake County neighbors are facing. Donate by credit card or check.
Your tax-deductible donation to the Stevenson High School Foundation assists Stevenson families in need. Learn more.
Give to the COVID-19 Community Response Fund: Your tax-deductible monetary donation will support local agencies that are ensuring our neighbors can access critical needs, including
Save lives by donating blood. There is currently a nationwide shortage of supply and all blood types are needed. There are two organizations in Lake County that participate in blood collection:
The Lake County Health Department seeks volunteers to help with the COVID-19 public vaccination effort. Both non-medical and medical volunteers are needed. If you are accepted and complete volunteer training, you will be given the opportunity to be vaccinated.
View other opportunities to make a difference, often right where you are:
How to explain the coronavirus to children, from PBS Kids.
Tips and resources for parents and guardians, from the American Academy of Pediatrics.
"During this time when staying home is so critical, don’t forget to check in with your neighbors, family members, and friends to ask about any stress and anxiety they may be feeling. Though we are physically apart, we can still support one another and stay connected through the phone or via video chat."
—Mark Pfister, Lake County Health Department Executive Director