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Happy HALLOWEEN! Morgan Park Woman’s Club Celebrates 135th Anniversary CHICAGO, IL – October 18, 2024 – The Morgan Park Woman’s Club (MPWC), the oldest woman’s club still in existence in Chicago, will offer a celebration of the club’s past, present, and future on Sunday, November 17, 2024, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Smith Village Senior Living, 2320 West 113th Place, Chicago. The event, “Morgan Park Woman’s Club: 135 Years of Community Service,” will include a brief Power Point presentation on the history of the MPWC and information on the current club. Artifacts from the club’s historical collection, dating back to the 1880s, will be on display. Refreshments will be served. By the mid- to late-1800s, the move from rural to urban lifestyles led to a growing middle class of women with the time and resources to engage in activities outside of the traditional roles in the home. Denied membership in men’s clubs, women formed their own clubs. Throughout the country, women’s clubs started during the Progressive Era of the late 1800s to provide development opportunities for women. The original purpose of selfdevelopment in the arts, music, and literature quickly expanded into social and political causes such as education and libraries;
rights for children, the elderly, and the disabled; conservation and environmental efforts; services for U.S. military veterans; and the suffrage and temperance movements. The MPWC, which started as the Ladies Club of Morgan Park on November 5, 1889, made many contributions to the community. Some of the highlights the program will cover include the club’s role in establishing local PTAs and performing Red Cross work that led to the club winning the Chevron Award. Along the way, the women still found time for enjoyable fundraising social events such as “galloping breakfasts.” By the 1970s, women’s clubs were on the wane. Their very success in establishing women as dynamic leaders eventually led to their downfall, as women finally were welcomed to serve on boards of community organizations. The MPWC persisted through the years that saw many women’s clubs fold. Today, the MPWC structure has adjusted to the needs of contemporary women, offering both socialization and service opportunities. The history of MPWC is the history of the community. This free event will appeal to the public, community leaders, and those interested in history.
Habitat for Humanity of Northwest Indiana Launches New Tax Credit Program Habitat for Humanity of Northwest Indiana Launches New Tax Credit Program to Expand Pathways to Homeownership for Working Families October 18, 2024 – Lake County, IN – Habitat for Humanity of Northwest Indiana is proud to announce the introduction of Indiana’s Attainable Homeownership Tax Credit, aimed at empowering community members to invest in housing solutions that bring stability and opportunity to working families. This innovative tax credit enables donors to double the impact of their contributions, fostering safe, quality homes for families striving to achieve homeownership. Contributions made to Habitat for Humanity of Indiana— including Habitat for Humanity of Northwest Indiana—are eligible for a tax credit equal to 50% of the donation’s value, tax credits being capped at $10,000 per donor each year. This program offers a unique opportunity for residents and businesses to support the mission of Habitat while gaining significant tax savings. “This tax credit is a game-changer for the families we serve,” said Dawn Michaels, Executive Director for Habitat for Humanity of Northwest Indiana. “Every contribution helps build more homes and strengthens our local community. Especially as 2024 draws to a close, we urge taxpayers to consider making their charitable contributions soon to take full advantage of Indiana’s Attainable Homeownership Tax Credit. With a finite amount of tax credits available, early donations ensure that contributors secure this substantial tax benefit while supporting local families on their path to homeownership.” Key Details of the Attainable Homeownership Tax Credit:
Who is Eligible: The tax credit is available to all Indiana state taxpayers, including individuals, small businesses, corporations and financial institutions. Types of Donations: Contributions can be made via cash, check, credit card, stocks, bonds, land, real estate and even inkind contributions of construction material (must be used in home building). Tax Benefit: Donors receive a 50% tax credit on their Indiana state taxes, meaning a $2,000 donation results in a $1,000 tax credit. Carry Forward Option: Unused credits can be carried forward for up to five years, providing flexibility for donors to maximize their support. Donations directed to Habitat for Humanity of Indiana benefit Habitat for Humanity of Northwest Indiana directly, ensuring that every dollar raised supports local efforts to build strength, stability, and self-reliance through homeownership. Those interested in learning more or donating can visit Habitat for Humanity of Northwest Indiana’s website at nwihabitat.org/taxcredit-program.html or call (219) 237-2128. About Habitat for Humanity of Northwest Indiana: Habitat for Humanity of Northwest Indiana serves the Lake County community by partnering with families to build safe, energy-efficient homes. Our mission is to bring people together to build homes, communities, and hope. With the support of local partners and donors, we continue to provide hardworking families with opportunities to own quality homes and create brighter futures.
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