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Join us for Taste of Fall 2014

Registration is now open for the 7th annual Taste of Fall event to raise funds for the Lincoln Park Community Shelter! Join LPCS Friday, November 14th from 7pm - 11pm at Gallery 1028. This year's event is going to be even tastier than previous years, with many new vendors and beverages. Enjoy entertainment from the awesome grassroots band, The Tony Bondi Project, a Wine Raffle, and the Ultimate Tasting Raffle.

We're looking for donations and sponsorships as well. If you would like to be a sponsor for Taste of Fall 2014 contact Lashawnda Carter at lcarter@lpcsononline.org or 773.549.6111. For the complete list of sponsorship levels click here.

OPEN VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:

Overnight Volunteers: Saturday, September 20th, Sunday, September 28th, and Tuesday, September 30th

Hot Lunch Volunteers: Saturday, September 20th

Sack Lunch Volunteers: several openings

Hot Breakfast Volunteers: several openings
Front Desk Volunteers: several openings

If you are interested in signing up for these dates, or learning about other ways to get involved, please reach out to Evan Twichell, our Volunteer Coordinator at 773.549.6111 ext. 216.

Executive Search

In partnership with search firm Careers In Nonprofits, we are now seeking applications from qualified candidates the position of Executive Director. Click here for the full job description.

Those interested in pursuing this opportunity should submit a resume and cover letter, including salary requirements, to Shannon Deamer at sdeamer@cnpstaffing.com with “LPCS Executive Director” in the subject line. We request that you do not contact Lincoln Park Community Shelter directly regarding this opportunity.

Donation Drive

The Lincoln Park Community Shelter has recently noticed that as Guests graduate from our program (as well as our Graduates and ICLP Residents) there has been more utilization of our Graduate closet and pantry. The supplies are being used at a more rapid pace than we are able to replenish them. Therefore, we would like your help!

We are asking for your support by participating in our fall donation drive. Currently we are out of bath soap and need more asap. Below is a full list of perishable goods, toiletries, and other household items that we are asking for.

Toiletries:

Bath soap
Toothpaste
Lotion
Feminine hygiene products
Deodorant
Hand sanitizer
Laundry detergent

Food Items:

canned protein (i.e. tuna, chicken, salmon, beans, chili)
canned vegetables and fruits
Pasta
Pasta sauce
Coffee
Creamer
Sugar
Cereal
Oatmeal

Household items:

Napkins
Paper Towels
Socks
White sheets for single beds

Items specifically for Graduates and ICLP Residents:

Safe with key
A/C units
DVD players
Toaster oven
Humidifier
Blender
TVs
Floor lamps
Table lamps

If you are able to support this drive by making a donation please contact Evan Twichell at lpcsinfo@lpcsonline.org or Lashawnda Carter at lcarter@lpcsonline.org or 773.549.6111 to set up arrangements to drop off your donation.

Thank you for your consideration and continuous support!