By The EditorsBy The Editors|July 6, 2022|Lifestyle, Feature,
The Chicagoland community is coming together to support those affected by the tragic events that took place in Highland Park on July 4. Here's how you can support the North Shore community.
Donate To A GoFundMe Campaign
GoFundMe has approved the seven below fundraisers, which will directly support victims and their families.
Donate Blood At NorthShore University HealthSystem
Those at least 17 years old who weigh more than 110 pounds and are in good health are able to donate blood to the NorthShore University HealthSystem. To schedule an appointment, call 847.570.2242 or email [email protected].
Dine At Farm Bar Lakeview or Farmhouse Evanston
On the evening of Thursday, July 4, both Farm Bar Lakeview and Farmhouse Evanston will be donating 20% of all sales to the Highland Park Community Foundation's July 4th Highland Park Shooting Response Fund, from which funds go directly to victims and survivors or the organizations that support them. Plus, restaurant owners will be matching the donation up to $5,000. Farm Bar Lakeview, 1300 W. Wellington; Farmhouse Evanston, 703 Church St., Evanston
Have Cocktails At Le Colonial
The recently opened Le Colonial Lake Forest and Le Colonial Chicago are raising funds for the victims of the shooting with new cocktails through the end of August. 100% of proceeds from three new drinks will be donated to the Highland Park Community Foundation to support the friends and neighbors who have been impacted by the tragedy. Le Colonial Lake Forest, 655 Forest Ave.; Le Colonial Chicago, 57 E. Oak St.