Cardinal Hope

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Cardinal Hope Our mission at Cardinal Hope is to serve Meridian District 223 families in their darkest moments. We strive to be a beacon of light in the midst of heartbreak.

Most of our donors we know and get to thank in person. Sometimes we receive anonymous donations, so we’re unable to do t...
09/12/2026

Most of our donors we know and get to thank in person. Sometimes we receive anonymous donations, so we’re unable to do that. To whoever donated these items, thank you so much! ❤️ We truly appreciate you!

09/11/2026

A HUGE THANK YOU TO OUR AMAZING COMMUNITY! ❤️

We are so incredibly grateful to everyone who has donated so far to help support Cardinal Hope and our upcoming fundraiser at the Stillman Valley Fall Fest Car Show on Saturday, September 26th! 🚗🍔☕️

Your generosity and support mean so much to us! Every donation, big or small, helps us keep costs down and allows more of the proceeds to go toward supporting Cardinal Hope. ❤️

We are getting closer, but we still have a few items we are looking for:

🗑️ Trash bags
🧴 Hand sanitizer
☕ Hot cocoa
🥤 Coffee cups
🍬 Sugar
☕ Creamer
🍖 BBQ sauce
🥪 Uncrustables
🍪 Chips & cookies
💧 Water

If you are able to donate any of these items, we would be incredibly grateful! A package, case, bottle, or box all helps! ❤️

📩 Questions or need a pickup?
Email: [email protected]
Or message Sheryl Hawley on Facebook Messenger.

❤️ HELP SUPPORT CARDINAL HOPE! ❤️Cardinal Hope will be serving food at the Stillman Valley Fall Fest Car Show on Saturda...
09/04/2026

❤️ HELP SUPPORT CARDINAL HOPE! ❤️

Cardinal Hope will be serving food at the Stillman Valley Fall Fest Car Show on Saturday, September 26th, at the Highland Grade School Cafeteria! 🚗🍔☕️

We’re asking our amazing community for help with donations of food and supplies to help offset the cost of our fundraiser.

We are looking for:

Forks & knives
Paper towels & napkins
Trash bags & cleaning wipes
Hand sanitizer
Coffee, hot cocoa & coffee supplies
Ketchup & BBQ sauce
Uncrustables
Chips & cookies
Water & pop
Hamburger buns

No donation is too small! ❤️ A package, case, bottle, or box all helps, and every donation is greatly appreciated!

If you’d rather not purchase one of the specific items on our list, we’ve also attached our Venmo information for anyone who would prefer to make a monetary donation. Any amount helps us cover the costs of the event and allows more of the proceeds to go toward supporting Cardinal Hope. ❤️

📩 Questions or need a pickup?
Email: [email protected]
Or message Sheryl Hawley on Facebook Messenger.

Thank you!

08/25/2026

A little update from us! ❤️ Sorry it’s been a minute since I’ve posted!

After very careful review and consideration, we did not select a family this quarter.

We are, however, in the works of some exciting events coming up over the next couple of months, so make sure you save the dates!

🍂 September 26: We’ll be in charge of selling food at Highland Elementary School for the Stillman Valley Fall Fest Car Show!

🎃 October 29: Halloween Trivia at Wayside is back for the 2nd year, but this time we’re adding in a professional to help make the night even more fun!

Stay tuned for more details on both❤️

🚨 NOMINATIONS CLOSE TOMORROW, AUGUST 7🚨If you've been wondering whether you should apply, this is your sign.We know aski...
08/06/2026

🚨 NOMINATIONS CLOSE TOMORROW, AUGUST 7🚨

If you've been wondering whether you should apply, this is your sign.

We know asking for help isn't easy. You may be thinking, "Someone else probably needs it more,"or "Mine isn’t that serious”.

Please don't make that decision for us.

If your family is facing a life-changing hardship, we want the opportunity to hear your story. Every nomination is reviewed with compassion and care, and we consider each family's unique circumstances.

Whether you've experienced a serious illness, a tragic loss, a devastating accident, the loss of your home, or another unexpected hardship, we encourage you to submit a nomination.

❤️ You may nominate yourself or a loved one (with their permission).

🔒 All nominations are kept private and reviewed confidentially by our committee. Only the selected family is shared publicly—and only with their approval.

📍 Applicants must live or work within the Meridian 223 District.

📧 Email your nomination to [email protected] with a description of your situation.

🗓 After nominations close on August 7, our committee will review each submission on August 11. Once a family has been selected, we will contact them directly before making any public announcement.

❤️ If this post isn't for you, please share it. Someone in our community may need this opportunity but be afraid to ask for help.

🚨 NOMINATIONS CLOSE THIS FRIDAY, AUGUST 7🚨If you've been wondering whether you should apply, this is your sign.We know a...
08/02/2026

🚨 NOMINATIONS CLOSE THIS FRIDAY, AUGUST 7🚨

If you've been wondering whether you should apply, this is your sign.

We know asking for help isn't easy. You may be thinking, "Someone else probably needs it more,"or "Mine isn’t that serious”.

Please don't make that decision for us.

If your family is facing a life-changing hardship, we want the opportunity to hear your story. Every nomination is reviewed with compassion and care, and we consider each family's unique circumstances.

Whether you've experienced a serious illness, a tragic loss, a devastating accident, the loss of your home, or another unexpected hardship, we encourage you to submit a nomination.

❤️ You may nominate yourself or a loved one (with their permission).

🔒 All nominations are kept private and reviewed confidentially by our committee. Only the selected family is shared publicly—and only with their approval.

📍 Applicants must live or work within the Meridian 223 District.

📧 Email your nomination to [email protected] with a description of your situation.

🗓 After nominations close on August 7, our committee will review each submission on August 11. Once a family has been selected, we will contact them directly before making any public announcement.

❤️ If this post isn't for you, please share it. Someone in our community may need this opportunity but may be afraid to ask for help.

‼️‼️ DEADLINE IS FAST APPROACHING ‼️‼️Have you or a loved one recently experienced severe life-changing circumstances?No...
07/27/2026

‼️‼️ DEADLINE IS FAST APPROACHING ‼️‼️
Have you or a loved one recently experienced severe life-changing circumstances?
Nominations are open to residents and employees of the Meridian 223 District. Submissions may be made for yourself or on behalf of a loved one. If nominating another adult individual, we will need to speak directly with them to obtain authorization.

Our mission is to serve families in their darkest moments. We strive to be a beacon of light in the midst of heartbreak, offering support during life’s most difficult times.

Eligible circumstances include, but are not limited to:
• Major life-altering illness
• The loss of a loved one
• A catastrophic car accident
• A devastating disaster resulting in the loss of a home

To submit a nomination, please email Cardinal Hope at [email protected].

When submitting a nomination, please include a brief overview of the circumstances so our committee can thoughtfully review each submission.

🗓 Deadline to submit: August 7, 2026
Our committee will review all nominations on August 11, 2026, and select our next family.

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📢 CARDINAL HOPE IS LOOKING FOR COMMITTEE MEMBERS & VOLUNTEERS!

We are currently looking for individuals who would like to join our committee, as well as those who may not want a committee role but would like to volunteer and help with our benefits and events throughout the year.
If this is something you're interested in, please email us. We would love to have your support!

07/23/2026

‼️‼️ NOMINATIONS ARE OPEN ‼️‼️
Have you or a loved one recently experienced severe life-changing circumstances?
Nominations are open to residents and employees of the Meridian 223 District. Submissions may be made for yourself or on behalf of a loved one. If nominating another adult individual, we will need to speak directly with them to obtain authorization.

Our mission is to serve families in their darkest moments. We strive to be a beacon of light in the midst of heartbreak, offering support during life’s most difficult times.

Eligible circumstances include, but are not limited to:
• Major life-altering illness
• The loss of a loved one
• A catastrophic car accident
• A devastating disaster resulting in the loss of a home

To submit a nomination, please email Cardinal Hope at [email protected].

When submitting a nomination, please include a brief overview of the circumstances so our committee can thoughtfully review each submission.

🗓 Deadline to submit: August 7, 2026
Our committee will review all nominations on August 11, 2026, and select our next family.

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📢 CARDINAL HOPE IS LOOKING FOR COMMITTEE MEMBERS & VOLUNTEERS!

We are currently looking for individuals who would like to join our committee, as well as those who may not want a committee role but would like to volunteer and help with our benefits and events throughout the year.
If this is something you're interested in, please email us. We would love to have your support!

07/20/2026

‼️‼️ NOMINATIONS ARE OPEN ‼️‼️
Have you or a loved one recently experienced severe life-changing circumstances?
Nominations are open to residents and employees of the Meridian 223 District. Submissions may be made for yourself or on behalf of a loved one. If nominating another adult individual, we will need to speak directly with them to obtain authorization.

Our mission is to serve families in their darkest moments. We strive to be a beacon of light in the midst of heartbreak, offering support during life’s most difficult times.

Eligible circumstances include, but are not limited to:
• Major life-altering illness
• The loss of a loved one
• A catastrophic car accident
• A devastating disaster resulting in the loss of a home

To submit a nomination, please email Cardinal Hope at [email protected].

When submitting a nomination, please include a brief overview of the circumstances so our committee can thoughtfully review each submission.

🗓 Deadline to submit: August 7, 2026
Our committee will review all nominations on August 11, 2026, and select our next family.

━━━━━━━━━━━━━━

📢 CARDINAL HOPE IS LOOKING FOR COMMITTEE MEMBERS & VOLUNTEERS!

We are currently looking for individuals who would like to join our committee, as well as those who may not want a committee role but would like to volunteer and help with our benefits and events throughout the year.
If this is something you're interested in, please email us. We would love to have your support!

07/15/2026

‼️‼️ NOMINATIONS ARE OPEN ‼️‼️

Have you or a loved one recently experienced severe life-changing circumstances?
Nominations are open to residents and employees of the Meridian 223 District. Submissions may be made for yourself or on behalf of a loved one. If nominating another adult individual, we will need to speak directly with them to obtain authorization.

Our mission is to serve families in their darkest moments. We strive to be a beacon of light in the midst of heartbreak, offering support during life’s most difficult times.

Eligible circumstances include, but are not limited to:
• Major life-altering illness
• The loss of a loved one
• A catastrophic car accident
• A devastating disaster resulting in the loss of a home

To submit a nomination, please email Cardinal Hope at [email protected].

When submitting a nomination, please include a brief overview of the circumstances so our committee can thoughtfully review each submission.

🗓 Deadline to submit: August 7, 2026
Our committee will review all nominations on August 11, 2026, and select our next family.

━━━━━━━━━━━━━━

📢 CARDINAL HOPE IS LOOKING FOR COMMITTEE MEMBERS & VOLUNTEERS!

We are currently looking for individuals who would like to join our committee, as well as those who may not want a committee role but would like to volunteer and help with our benefits and events throughout the year.
If this is something you're interested in, please email us. We would love to have your support!

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Stillman Valley, IL
61084

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