In observance of the upcoming Independence Day Weekend from Sunday, July 4th to Monday, July 5th, 2021, Home of the Sparrow’s Administrative Office, Sparrow’s Nest Thrift Stores and Community Threads will be closed. Our office and all thrift stores will open again on Tuesday, July 6th, 2021. Thank you!

Please join us at our annual Oktoberfest Golf Scramble on September 13th, 2021! See below for details and registration links!

Home of the Sparrow is looking for apartments or houses for rent in McHenry County! Please help us share and spread the word! Home of the Sparrow is seeking 1, 2 and 3 bedroom units for homeless women and children in Home of the Sparrow’s programs. Please contact lkellner@HOSparrow.org or wgordon@HOSparrow.org or call (815)271-5444 x

After careful consideration regarding low ticket sales, Home of the Sparrow has decided to cancel the annual Celebration of Women Luncheon on Friday, June 11th, 2021. It’s been a very difficult and challenging year for everyone, and many people are still not comfortable gathering inside due to the Covid-19 Pandemic. We apologize for any inconvenience

Thank you to Northwestern Medicine for awarding a $10,000 grant to Home of the Sparrow! This grant will allow Home of the Sparrow to continue to provide much needed supportive services, housing program options, and resources to homeless women and children in our community.

Please join the Lake in the Hills American Legion Post 1231 and Home of the Sparrow at their 10th Annual American Legion Charity Bike Run! All bikes, vehicles, and ages are welcomed! The Bike Run will take place on Sunday, August 15th, 2021. Registration will begin at 8:00am. Join us for a day of fun