Cary-Grove NHS Students Raise $3,000 for Local Health Clinic
Cary-Grove High School’s National Honor Society (NHS) students raised approximately $3,000 to benefit the Family Health Partnership Clinic in Crystal Lake, a nonprofit clinic that provides high-quality healthcare to the uninsured.
To find the right recipient for their fundraising efforts, NHS board members researched and contacted several local organizations. The Family Health Partnership Clinic was one of the first to respond, offering insight into how a donation could make a meaningful difference. After reviewing the clinic’s mission and needs, students determined it was the right fit for their project.
“We wanted to do more than just raise money; we wanted to make a real difference,” said Cary-Grove senior Katherine Gross. “By supporting the Family Health Partnership Clinic, we helped fund vital services and raised awareness about the healthcare needs in our community.”
Over several months, NHS members led a series of initiatives to raise funds and spread awareness about the clinic. The group created and sold handmade bubble candles for $5 each and organized food fundraisers in partnership with Portillo’s and Panda Express.
The $3,000 donation was used to purchase two dental handpieces, an essential tool for providing dental care, and 40 blood pressure monitors that will be distributed to patients managing hypertension at home.
“The clinic was grateful for the students' hard work in helping us get these items,” said Suzanne Hoban, Executive Director of the Family Health Partnership Clinic. “We rely on support from the community, and this generous gift is critical in helping us keep our patients healthy. We are completely blown away by the commitment of these amazing students to make a difference. They’ve impacted many lives with this gift.