Celebrating 160 Years of Care
For over a century and a half, Children’s Home Association of Illinois has helped kids and families rewrite their stories — and we’re just getting started.
This year we have many exciting ways you can join us in building the next 160 years. Learn more below.
Our Journey
Our journey spans 160 years of progress, resilience, and service. Guided by our values and fueled by community partnerships, we’ve adapted, grown, and continued to evolve to meet the needs of every generation. Discover a few of our key milestones that brought us here—and continue to guide where we’re headed.
$160 for 160
Your gift empowers kids and families today — and builds what comes next.
It takes resources to do the work we do, resources that directly fuel our mission, strengthen our programs, and support the individuals and families who rely on us every day. This year, we invite you to join our signature anniversary fundraiser, $160 for 160—and see how you can earn a commemorative t-shirt, too.
Learn more at the button below.
Climb for Kids
In honor of 160 years of care, we’re taking things to new heights…literally!
This June 6-14, we’re sending four local adventurers who said YES to combining passion with purpose to summit Mt. Kilimanjaro! Over eight days and seven nights, they will trek nearly 45 miles, ascend through five ecological zones, and summit Mt. Kilimanjaro at 19,341 …all while raising funds to support programs and services at Children’s Home.
Learn more about the climb and our climbers at the button below.
Be a Part of It
Below are the many ways you can support our agency and make a meaningful impact all year long.
Donate Directly
Make a direct gift to strengthen our programs and ensure immediate resources are available to support families and communities where the need is greatest.
Attend an Event
Join us at one of our signature events to connect with our community, discover more about our mission, and contribute to the momentum behind our growing impact.
Volunteer
Explore volunteer opportunities offered throughout the year, and let us help match your skills and passions—from outdoor projects to donation drives—to meaningful ways to serve.
Thank you!
Your support allows us to continue to help the kids and families who need it most.
Email development@chail.org to learn other ways to get involved.