Kids In Need of McHenry Co - a 501c3

06/17/2026

Vanessa is our dedicated volunteer who manages our diaper program each month and has been part of our team for many years. Today she brought her daughter along to lend a helping hand. ❤️

06/16/2026

Why do we do what we do? It's pretty simple.

06/15/2026

Sponsor Spotlight: The Treehouse Play Cafe
The Treehouse Play Café is a locally owned indoor playground and café with locations in Lake Zurich and McHenry. We provide a clean, safe, and engaging space where children can play while parents, grandparents, and caregivers relax and enjoy a coffee, snack, or something from our grilled-cheese theme menu.
We're more than just open play and birthday parties. The Treehouse Play Café hosts baby showers, family celebrations, milestone birthdays, including 40th birthday parties, fundraisers, school and community events, and private gatherings of all kinds. We also offer fundraising opportunities for schools, sports teams, and nonprofit organizations, giving back a percentage of admissions and café sales during fundraiser events. We're proud to be a place where families, friends, and community groups can gather, celebrate, and create lasting memories.
Thank you The Treehouse Play Cafe for truly caring about children in our area and being a fantastic sponsor for Kids In Need.

06/14/2026

Join us as we walk in the Crystal Lake Parade on July 5 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. We would love to have you walk with KIN and help us represent the children and families we serve. If you would like to join us, please let us know.
Email us [email protected]

06/13/2026

06/12/2026

School is out and we are excited to see some new special project helpers! Thanks girls for coming in and lending a hand!

06/12/2026

It’s time to vote for KIN!
Kids In Need of McHenry County is honored to be part of this year’s Best of the Fox voting, and we would love your support. We have been nominated as the Best Philanthropic Group / Charitable Organization, and every vote helps shine a light on the important work being done for children and families in our community.

You can vote for us every day through July 5, 2026. Your support helps highlight the impact of our volunteers, donors, and community partners who make this work possible.

Let’s come together and keep showing what this community can do for local children and families.

Save the link to vote daily: https://shawnews.secondstreetapp.com/NWH-Best-of-the-Fox-2026/gallery/?group=549228

06/11/2026

We are hiring!!

KIN is looking for a dependable and organized Store Supervisor to help oversee the day to day operations of our Free Store in Crystal Lake. This part time role is a great fit for someone who enjoys creating a welcoming space, staying organized, and working with both volunteers and shoppers in a mission driven environment.

Contact [email protected] with any questions.
To apply: https://form.jotform.com/261616494066058

06/11/2026

We sincerely appreciate these people who purchased off our ever changing needs list. Link is in the first comments

06/11/2026

"....how much love we put into giving."