Stories of Success

  • Against All Odds, Allen Reunites with Son After Years of Housing Struggles

    See Allen's Story

  • From Shelter to Success: Lindsay Begins College with Support from Connections

    See Lindsay's Story

  • With Connections' Support, Loren Overcomes Homelessness and Cancer Treatment Challenges

    See Loren's Story

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Stocks & Securities

Connections gratefully accepts gifts of stocks and securities. You can provide generous support of our mission and obtain additional tax savings. Please contact Nia Tavoularis​ at niat@connect2home.org or 847.475.7070 x129 for additional details.

In-kind Donations

We encourage individuals, families, school and faith groups, and businesses to conduct drives for any and all of the items that Connections needs to serve its participants.

Vehicle Donations

Donate your car, truck, motorcycle, RV, or boat to our organization by simply completing the form below, and our partners at CarEasy.org will reach out to you to arrange the pick-up of your vehicle donation at no cost to you. Vehicle donation pick-up is always free to you, and most vehicles can be picked up within 24-72 hours.