OTHER WAYS TO GIVE

There’s more than one way to spark hope. Whether you prefer to give now, give over time, or give in someone’s honor, each option fuels the academic, emotional, and career pathways young people rely on at Hope Ignites. Explore the ways you can make your impact go further.

CONTRIBUTE BY MAIL

Please mail your contribution to:

Attn: Development Office Hope Ignites Chicago
1100 Laramie Avenue
Wilmette, IL 60091-1021

GIVE BY PHONE

847-920-2783

You can give using a credit card over the phone by calling Robbi Lustig, Business Manager.

GIVE IN HONOR OR MEMORY

A gift to Hope Ignites in honor of a friend or loved one is a meaningful and lasting way to celebrate their accomplishments, life, and memory.

Immediately upon receipt of your gift, the honoree or family will be notified in writing. The amount of your gift will not be disclosed. Fill out the donation form on this page and designate the memorial or tribute when asked for the purpose of the gift.

To make a tribute or memorial gift via check, please include:

The name of the honoree
The contact information of the party you would like to notify

MULTI-YEAR PLEDGES & RECURRING GIFTS

Consider a long-term commitment to the success of our program. Monthly and quarterly gifts can be billed to your credit card with our online donation form, and multi-year pledges are gratefully accepted. Contact Robbi Lustig, Business Manager, for more information: [email protected] or 847-920-2783.

DONATE STOCK

Your gift of appreciated stock and other securities can help relieve you from long-term capital-gains taxes, and it is deductible at the full fair market value on the date given. For specific instructions to make a stock gift, please contact Robbi Lustig, Business Manager: [email protected] or 847-920-2783.

PLANNED GIVING

Planned gifts include gifts through a will, trust, IRA, life insurance, or other assets. Click here to learn more about our “Legacy of Hope” planned giving initiative. Or, contact Kate Harken, Director of Philanthropy, [email protected] or 847-920-2781.

CORPORATE GIVING

From matches to campaigns — learn how your company can help Hope Ignites Chicago champion young people in need. To discuss, contact Kate Harken, Director of Philanthropy, [email protected] or 847-920-2781.

GIFTS IN-KIND

Gifts-in-kind that can be used in our programs, including food, furnishings, computers, cars, and school/office supplies. To learn more about our current needs, please contact Robbi Lustig, Business Manager: [email protected] or 847-920-2783.

WIRE TRANSFER

If you would like to donate via ACH Wire Transfer, please contact Robbi Lustig, Business Manager, for instructions: [email protected] or 847-920-2783.