Lutheran Social Services of Illinois

10/20/2026

A THREE-PEAT! The Third Annual Chip in Fore Children Charity Golf Outing raised nearly $5,000 to help children in our care.

Special thanks to our incredible staff, golfers, partners, and sponsors for making a difference in the lives of children:
Highland Springs & Saukie Golf Courses, Blackhawk Bank & Trust, Sexton Ford, Sterling Box Company Inc., Edwards Creative, the Clark Family, the Superstars,
the LaCroix Family, the Tomczuk Family, Advantage Promotions, Ryan Spain, Robert Butcher, State Senator Mike Halpin, Trinity Lutheran Church Moline, Vandemore Plumbing & Heating, State Representative Travis Weaver, and Vorac Pharmacy LLC

10/16/2026

Any day at Elmbrook Senior Residences can turn into an Ultimate Game Show!
Special thanks to United Lutheran Church - Oak Park for hosting, and Pr. Ole and Rick (an actual Game Master) for leading residents in rousing games of Pictionary, pin the hat on Waldo (or Wally if you're British), spooky Bozo Buckets, and more!!

10/14/2026

What better way to celebrate Pastor Appreciation Day than with an LSSI Sunday at Living Lord Lutheran Church in Bartlett!

Many thanks to the congregation for recognizing Pastor Kristian Johnson, Pastor Anna-Kari Johnson, and LSSI Director of Church and Community Engagement Pastor Kelly Nieman Anderson.

10/13/2026

THIS is what “lighting the way” looks like! 🔆
Thank you to everyone who supported the 45th Annual True Friend Celebration!
🍗: The Caterist
🌻: Mitchell's Orland Park Florist & Flower Delivery
⛪: Epiphany Center for the Arts
🎤: Raising Paddles LLC
🎵: The Uptown Rhythm Club
📸: Evanston Photographic Studios

10/09/2026

Visit the LSSI Wellness and Recovery Community Team at the next "Resources on the Rails” community health fair on Tuesday, October 20 from 11am-1pm at the Jefferson Park Chicago Transit Authority Terminal.

Learn about programs to address addiction, mental health issues, and the free naloxone nasal spray vending machines, which can reverse the effects of opioid overdoses.

by BRIAN NADIG The next “resources on the rails” community health fair will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday,

10/08/2026

Your support means we can provide multiple levels of care to people like Shannon, former foster parent and now legal guardian of her TRIPLET grandchildren.
When the children were in need of therapy, her LSSI case worker recommended one of our child and family therapists, Ian, which allowed her to get the siblings appointments at the same time.
Shannon says she’s grateful LSSI not only made the children feel loved and cared for, but her as well.

10/08/2026

Spooky season is here! Visit our team in West Peoria on Friday 10/23 for a fun-filled Trunk-or-Treat for everyone!! Special thanks to our partners Let It Be Us, Illinois CASA, and Central Illinois Friends.

Join us for a Trunk or Treat at the West Peoria Office of Lutheran Social Services of Illinois. Get ready for a fun-filled night with sweet treats, creative costumes, and festive fun! In partnership with Let it Be Us, CASA, and Central Illinois Friends. Contact [email protected] for more informa...

10/07/2026

Let's celebrate the rich cultures, traditions, histories, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino individuals whose influence continues to strengthen our communities and our nation. As a social services organization, we believe that every person possesses inherent dignity and worth. Honoring and valuing this unique cultural background helps us better understand the experiences of those we serve and strengthens our ability to provide compassionate, respectful, and culturally responsive support.

Learn more about National Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15 - Oct. 15) https://www.census.gov/newsroom/facts-for-features/2026/hispanic-heritage-month.html

10/06/2026

Such an inspiring evening at the 45th Annual True Friend Celebration! Many thanks to everyone who joined us to help "light the way" for children, families, and communities. Stay tuned for more photos and videos! LSSI.org/TrueFriend

10/02/2026

We are honored to recognize BMO U.S. as our 2026 Partner in Service at the 45th Annual True Friend Celebration.

Since 2009, BMO has supported our work, consistently provided leadership through employee service on our Board of Directors and aligned with our generative care model to help enhance the health and well-being of 62,000 clients across Illinois.

Special thanks to Don Erickson for his service on our Board and for accepting this recognition on behalf of BMO.