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The LaBranche Family Foundation

A non-profit organization offering support to families in need. Each family had a unique story, however they shared one common thread.

In 2001, we were touched by an article in our neighborhood newspaper which shed light on two (2) families. They felt invisible and were desperately in need of necessities during the Christmas season. We joined our community, we privately adopted our first family and so our story began. We noticed that the mothers/guardians selected for the Christmas Wish Program would frequently ask for new pajamas. After many years we asked one mother - Why new pajamas? She explained that clothing is most often donated, used and previously worn. She simply wanted her two boys to sleep in a pair of new pajamas. In 2014, our Holiday Organized Pajama Event (HOPE) was formed whereby our family privately funded the gift of new pajamas to children within our community. Between 2001and 2016, we privately adopted over 45 families, granting the Christmas wishes for each child and often the guardians. Between 2014 and 2016, we honored a mothers wish for new pajamas for her children as we hosted an annual dinner each year donating more than 160 pairs of new pajamas to families in need. Founded as an IRS sanctioned 501(c)(3) non-profit organization in 2017, the LaBranche Family Foundation Inc. (LFFINC) provides support to financially challenged families, families impacted by tragedy, women and children who reside in homeless shelters and residents of assisted living facilities throughout Will County and the surrounding areas. Guided by four pillar programs, we grant provisional wishes, donate the gift of new pajamas, provide annual scholarships/grants and present free healthy living sessions THROUGHOUT the year! With the exception of residents residing in select Homeless Shelters or Assisted Living Centers, our families are screened and/or referred to us with assistance from local Emergency Assistance Programs, Community Service Agencies, School Districts and/or non-profits groups which serve financially challenged demographic groups.

11/02/2026

Dancing with my partner, Elwin LaBranche = a donation of new pajamas for a child in need this year!
Supporting The LaBranche Family Foundation...more details to come!

🎁 𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗣𝗔𝗦𝗦𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗢 𝗔𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗢𝗡 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗗𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗙𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗥! 💝✨

Get ready to applaud our next contestant taking the stage for the 𝟯𝗿𝗱 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗕𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗯𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗸 hosted by Kinetic Dance Company on 𝗙𝗲𝗯𝗿𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝟲𝘁𝗵… 𝗥𝗼𝘄𝘀𝗵𝗮 𝗟𝗮𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗵𝗲, President, CEO, and Founder of the LaBranche Family Foundation Inc! 💃🪩

The journey started with her & her family’s simple wish to privately adopt one family for Christmas. Today, as they celebrate a decade of service, that vision has grown to impact thousands of lives every single year! 🌟

The The LaBranche Family Foundation provides free support services to families facing crisis, financial hardship, or tragedy, as well as women and children in homeless shelters and residents in assisted living centers.

Their mission is guided by four incredible core programs:
✨ Granting Provisional Wishes: Bringing relief, hope, and joy to families navigating tough times.

🎓 Academic Scholarships & STEM Grants: Investing in youth mentoring and empowering the next generation.

🍏 Healthy Living Guidelines: Sharing essential tools and knowledge for wellness.

🌙 New Pajama Donations: Ensuring every child experiences the comfort and warmth of owning brand-new PJs!

Rowsha is stepping onto the dance floor to celebrate 10 years of giving back and to keep this incredible mission moving forward! Will she dance her way to the top trophy? Come cheer her on live! 🏆

🎟️ 𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗟𝗬 𝗕𝗜𝗥𝗗 𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗞𝗘𝗧𝗦 𝗔𝗥𝗘 𝗢𝗡 𝗦𝗔𝗟𝗘 𝗡𝗢𝗪! ⚡
Lock in your seats early before prices increase and tickets sell out!

📅 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲: February 6th

🔗 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗘𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝗕𝗶𝗿𝗱 𝗧𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲: https://ticketstripe.com/events/226109510026204
Drop a 🎁 or 🌙 in the comments to show Rowsha and the LaBranche Family Foundation some love! 👇🎉

10/09/2026

An unforgettable evening last night with Angela Hicks, Executive Director for Margaret's Village in celebration of impact and community support during their Annual Hope Community Gala. The LaBranche Family Foundation was the 2026 recipient of the Frank and Joan Tobin award recognizing 20 years of support to the homeless community at Margaret's Village. We shared the stage with Dr. Ngozi Ezike, CEO of Sinai Chicago who received the Sr. Margaret Traxler Award for advancing health equity to our underserved communities.
We're so deeply honored!

09/15/2026

Looking for a new Fall Project - meet The LaBranche Family Foundation and Bolingbrook Non-Profit Coalition on Monday, September 21th for our "WOOD & W**E" Event. Create custom coaster, jewelry boxes, charcuterie boards ect. Intructions and supplies will be provided.
Food & Drinks available for purchase from Boughton Ridge Golf Course & Ashbury's

09/11/2026

We are deeply honored to be chosen as the recipient of the 2026 Frank and Joan Tobin Service Award* by Margaret's Village. This award honors individuals who have given consistent and outstanding service to Margaret's Village.
“Frank and Joan Tobin were former educators who provided tutoring and GED classes for women from Maria Shelter and were always asking what more they could do to help serve the women and families of Margaret's Village”

We will graciously accept this award during Margaret’s Village Annual Fall Gala on October 8, 2026!

09/11/2026

Final preparation for our 10th Annual Masquerade Ball - You don’t want to miss this one!
Join us on the evening of Friday, October 9, 2026, with community leaders, corporate partners, nonprofit organizations, volunteers, and supporters to celebrate the people and partnerships behind a decade of resilience, longevity and impact while raising funds in support of those in need within our community, during our 10th Annual Masquerade we bring Ball.

This is a milestone worth celebrating.

We offer several levels of support from Corporate Sponsors, Gala Tickets, Donations and Silent Auction Donors, and hope you will be part of it!
For more information, visit https://www.lffinc.org/

09/11/2026

Last golf outing on the books! Another incredibly hot day, enjoying time with friends and neighbors as The LaBranche Family Foundation worked the raffle table for the Bolingbrook Area Chamber of Commerce Golf Extravaganza!
Then headed inside for the Women in Business Committee Meeting sharing insights on business opportunities and meeting new women in leadersip roles.

We volunteer!

08/05/2026

Here are some timely wellness tips for August, a month that encourages us to savor the final weeks of summer while preparing our minds and bodies for a healthy transition into Fall.

Tamara Rogers, MSN, APN-FPA, FNP-BC
LaBranche Family Foundation Health & Wellness Chair

Disclaimer – The LaBranche Family Foundation’s Health & Wellness sessions and social media posts are not intended to be used for the diagnosis or treatment of a health problem nor as a substitute for consulting a licensed medical professional.

07/24/2026

The LaBranche Family Foundation, volunteering within the community for RPFPC-Retired Professional Football Players of Chicago, another teen based program, raising funds for its annual academic scholarship program and football equipment grant program for local youth.

Active and Giving

07/24/2026

Yep, the weather was hot, but it did not stop The LaBranche Family Foundation and fellow golfers from supporting Heart Haven OutReach (H2O), a teen based organization, offering free programs like mentoring, support groups, and leadership training, with a focus on building healthy development and providing a safe, phone-free environment.

07/10/2026

Before you scroll, let's celebrate - June was National Family Month, dedicated to nurturing the bonds between parents and children. And who doesn't love cake? We proudly provided over 25 Cake Kits to local families, along with books for the children's section at the Bolingbrook WIC office.
Supporting Families, Strengthening Communities

Address

PO Box 1584
Bolingbrook, IL
60440

Telephone

+16306180410

Website

http://lffinc.org/

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