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Jaycees Accept Requests For Financial Assistance

The Palatine Jaycees are accepting applications from Palatine residents and local community organizations in need of financial assistance.

The Palatine Jaycees are accepting applications from Palatine residents and local community organizations in need of financial assistance as part of their annual Community Donations Program.

"Historically, these awards have ranged from $100.00 to $5,000.00," said Jackie Butler, Chairperson of the Program.  "The requests for assistance have been for medical or utility bills, training equipment, housing, clothing, senior citizen assisted living care and many other worthwhile programs.  We receive applications from both individuals and groups like Little City and The Bridge."

"Individuals and organizations with specific needs should submit written proposals to the Community Donations Committee for consideration," said Butler.  “Include the amount requested with a brief description of the usage for the funds.  Proposals must be received no later than Monday, April 30th.  Send your request to Palatine Jaycees, Community Donations Committee, PO Box 1517, Palatine, IL 60078-1517 or you can email your request to, info@palatinejaycees.org and place Community Donations Committee in the subject line.  If you have any questions please call 847-604-0288.”

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Every year, the Palatine Jaycees conduct numerous programs to serve the community and accumulate funds for operation of the Chapter and community donations.  Included in these projects are the Fourth of July Festival, Christmas Tree sales, a sand sale and others which benefit the community directly and help raise funds.

The Palatine Jaycees provide development opportunities that empower young people between the age of 21 and 40 to create positive change.  As one of Palatine’s foremost organizations for young people, the Palatine Jaycees have provided community based events and funding to Palatine for more than fifty years.  As one of the largest chapters in the state of Illinois, the Palatine Jaycees offer a combination of community service, individual development and social opportunities.

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The Palatine Chapter holds their monthly general meeting on the third Thursday of the month at 7:30 PM at the American Legion Hall on Palatine Road in Palatine.  For further information on the Palatine Jaycees, membership or any of their sponsored events write to the Palatine Jaycees, Post Office Box 1517, Palatine, IL 60078-1517, call them at 847-604-0288, email them at info@palatinejaycees.org or visit their web site at www.palatinejaycees.org.

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