by admin | Aug 16, 2018 | Exec Dir Note, Featured, Latest News, Main
Dear Lake Forest, Lake Bluff and LEAD Stakeholders: Returning to the Chicagoland area is a homecoming for me. While I may not have been born or raised there, Chicago is hands-down my favorite city. In 2012 I first visited the city on an interview trip for a job that...
by admin | Nov 27, 2017 | Exec Dir Note, Latest News, Main
This #GivingTuesday there are many organizations asking for your support. So, what sets LEAD apart? We are literally saving lives. Your contribution will be put to use to continue these life-saving efforts. Here are some highlights of our activities and impact over...
by admin | Nov 27, 2017 | Exec Dir Note, Featured, Latest News, Main
Dear Friend, We are in the midst of the busiest few weeks of LEAD’s history. While this time of year is typically busier than the rest, I’m not sure we were prepared for what has been accomplished this so far this Fall. Please take a look, below, as I...
by admin | Sep 14, 2017 | Exec Dir Note, Latest News, Main
A Note from the Executive Director Greetings, This past summer was the busiest summer that we’ve had at LEAD since I began as Executive Director in May 2012. While we normally spend much of the summer planning for the upcoming year, this summer has been...
by admin | Jun 16, 2017 | Exec Dir Note
Dear Friends, #Reclaim We are really excited about a new program we have created this summer in collaboration with one of our newest partners, Audrey Grunst from AG Behavioral Health & Consulting. Reclaim is a one-of-a-kind summer retreat focusing on personal...
by admin | Apr 11, 2017 | Exec Dir Note, Featured, Latest News, Main
Dear Friends, April is Alcohol Awareness Month, as as such, we must speak up about the harmful effects of alcohol on our country, with an urgent plea, specifically, for our state. Illinois is considering a bill (HB 494) to allow 18 to 20 year-olds to possess and...
