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Hops for Humanity gathered this evening at Church Street Brewery in Itasca for another fantastic night of community, craft beer, and giving back. Three outstanding charities were nominated and presented by their Hops members, each making a strong case for the impactful work they’re doing. 

After the presentations and member voting, the winning charity of the evening was Cardio Kidz NFP, an organization dedicated to promoting heart health and wellness for children through education, outreach, and support programs. 

Thanks to the generosity of our members, Cardio Kidz will receive a $3,500 donation to help expand their mission and make a difference in young lives. 

We also extend our appreciation to the other nominated charities, DuPage PADS and Spirito Singers, for the incredible work they are doing in our community. 

A big thank you to Church Street Brewery for hosting us, to our members for their continued commitment, and to all the presenting charities for making our communities stronger. 

Hops for Humanity gathered this evening at Windy City Curling in Lombard for a one-of-a-k

Hops for Humanity gathered this evening at Golden Boy Barbecue in Elmhurst for a night of good food, community, and giving back. Golden Boy graciously provided the venue and a selection of beer, making for a warm and welcoming setting.

After presentations from the nominated charities, members cast their votes and selected the Elmhurst-Yorkfield Food Pantry as the winning organization. Thanks to the generosity of our members, the pantry will receive a $4,000 donation to support its mission of fighting food insecurity in our community.

A heartfelt thank you to Golden Boy Barbecue for their incredible hospitality and to all our members for continuing to make it possible for Good Beer Doing Good.

Congratulations to Doodlebug Workshop, and a special thank you to Phase 3 Brewing in Elmhurst for hosting this event and providing their outstanding craft beer! 

Doodlebug Workshop provides creative learning opportunities for adults and children with special needs through art, music, and educational programs. Their mission is to foster independence, build confidence, and create meaningful connections within the community through hands-on creative experiences. 

A heartfelt thanks to Phase 3 Brewing for their generous hospitality and exceptional beer selection that made this evening possible, and to all our members who came out to support this wonderful cause and helped us raise $8,000 for Doodlebug Workshop's programs! 

Congratulations to Digs with Dignity and thank you to Bubblehouse Brewing in Lisle for hosting this event and providing their exceptional craft beer! 

Digs with Dignity addresses homelessness one family at a time by partnering with local social service agencies and the Chicago community. Their mission centers on the belief that home is where the heart is, providing emotional security, positive relationships, and strengthened family bonds. Through their three-step approach, they Relate by listening to each family's story and vision, Renew by bringing that vision to life sustainably, and Rebuild by transforming their new home with upcycled furniture and home goods. 

A special thanks to Bubblehouse Brewing for their wonderful hospitality and quality beer that made this evening memorable, and to all our members who came out to support this important cause and helped us raise $4,000 for Digs with Dignity's programs! 

Congratulations to Harts for Hope and thank you to Scorched Earth Brewing for hosting this event and providing their exceptional craft beer! 

Harts for Hope's mission is to go into neighborhoods and show the children living there how loved they are. They believe that through love, there is hope, and that the greatest gift we receive is love from each other and from God. The organization hosts monthly birthday parties in neighborhoods, complete with games, snacks, treat bags, and gifts for birthday children. In December, they organize Christmas parties in neighborhoods and at local food pantries, spreading joy and demonstrating their belief in loving without limits. 

A special thanks to Scorched Earth Brewing for their wonderful hospitality and quality beer that made this evening memorable, and to all our members who came out to support this heartwarming cause! 

Congratulations to Dark Horse Dogs, and many thanks to Church Street Brewing in Itasca for being our gracious host and serving their fantastic craft beer selection! 

Dark Horse Dogs takes a unique approach to dog rescue, focusing on the future rather than dwelling on the past. Their mission is to rescue safely and responsibly while putting good dogs into good homes with realistic expectations. Rather than using pity stories, they showcase each dog's real personality through goofy pictures and honest bios that help potential adopters feel a genuine connection. Dark Horse Dogs believes that rescue dogs don't need sympathy - they need a platform to show people who they are now, complete with good traits and annoying traits alike. 

Congratulations to Easterseals DuPage & Fox Valley, and our heartfelt gratitude to More Brewing for welcoming us and offering their excellent craft beer! 

Easterseals DuPage & Fox Valley specializes in the early identification of developmental delays and provides comprehensive evaluations and pediatric therapy services including physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language therapy, audiology, nutrition, mental health, and diagnostic clinics. With locations in Villa Park, Naperville, and Elgin, they offer family-centered services both in-person and through tele-therapy and early intervention programs. Their expert team helps 98% of children make progress toward their therapy goals, providing families with clear answers and a supportive community so their children can realize their full potential. 

We're grateful to More Brewing for their warm hospitality and outstanding beer that made this gathering so enjoyable, and to all our members who participated in supporting this vital cause and helped us raise $4,000 for Easterseals DuPage & Fox Valley's programs! 

Congratulations to Out of the Dark, and sincere appreciation to Noon Whistle in Lombard for hosting us and sharing their outstanding brews! 

Out of the Dark is dedicated to helping women heal from abuse and become who they were created to be. As survivors and thrivers themselves, they provide compassionate support through trauma-informed care to help women triumph over abuse. Their comprehensive services include courthouse advocacy, support groups, counseling, self-help classes, legal resources, and community education. They serve women with guidance, resources, and emotional support, walking alongside them during the healing process with respect, compassion, and integrity. Their mission focuses on empowering overcomers to thrive and learn new life skills while growing into their whole selves. 

Our deepest thanks to Noon Whistle for their generous hospitality and exceptional beer that made this evening special, and to all our members who came together to support this crucial cause and helped us raise $5,000 for Out of the Dark's programs! 

Thank you to our event host Lunar Brewing Company, and our event's winner Child's Voice for participating in our event!

The mission of Child’s Voice is to empower children with hearing loss to be successful in all educational and social settings by optimizing their listening, speaking, and academic skills.

Child's Voice wants to be recognized as a global leader in listening and spoken language education and resources for children with hearing loss and their families.

Thank you again to all who came out!

The O'Neil Family foundation was formed in 2017 to continue the charitable work their family has been involved in for over a decade.

Their mission is to 'help lift children out of poverty around the world,' with a special emphasis on our hometown of Chicago, and our adopted second home city of Phnom Penh, Cambodia.

A special thank you to Elmhurst Brewing Company for hosting this event, and as always, thank you for everyone who made their way out to help support the cause!

Congratulations to Access Sports!

The mission at Access Sports is to provide young athletes with disabilities opportunities to participate in an array of community based sports in a fun and meaningful way.

They encourage individual growth and foster positive and interactive relationships between athletes, volunteers, families, and communities.

Thank you to Fuel in Villa Park for hosting the event and Une Année for providing the beer! Thank you everyone who contributed to the event!

Congratulations to Touch My Heart, and thank you to 5 Rabbits Cervecería for hosting this event!

The mission of Touch My Heart is to enhance the health, wellness and quality of life of people with disabilities, their families, and the community.

The goal at Touch My Heart is to improve health through nutrition and awareness, wellness through opportunities for socialization and inclusion, and quality of life through recreation and education.

Thank you to everyone involved!

Congratulations to our winner Youth Outlook, and our Host Market Table! A special thanks to Two Brothers Artisian Brewing for providing the beer!

Youth Outlook is the first social service agency in Illinois solely dedicated to the support of LGBTQ+ youth. We work in 7+ counties in the Chicago suburbs, offering drop-in centers for youth, parent support, and community education.

Youth Outlook celebrates, empowers, advocates for, and provides services to meet the ever-evolving needs of LGBTQ+ youth and their families, friends, and communities. Their programs are fluid and change based on the needs and demands of our community.

Congratulations to Erie Teen Center! Thank you to Green Street Grill for hosting and providing the beer!  

Erie Teen Center is Chicagoland’s oldest and largest comprehensive health center for teens and young adults. Because we know that being a teenager isn’t always easy, we’re here to help you with a wide variety of services, including low-cost contraception and counseling.

Thank you again to all those who came out virtually and in person and contributed to this event!

Thank you to our Spring 2019 event host Doc's Victory Pub with beer provided by Alter Brewing Co.

Thank you to Hops For Humanity member Larry Studer for presenting this great organization.  The Food Pantry narrowly edged out our evenings' other two nominees: Childs' Voice and Project Mobility, presented by Rick Smurawski and Apoor Gami.

Elmhurst-Yorkfield Food Pantry provides food, compassion, and hope to those unemployed or under employed and finding it difficult to make ends meet, single parents with little or no support, senior citizens on fixed incomes, those with disabilities, and those dealing with medical issues. 

Alter Brewing brought an all-star lineup of craft beers, including the exclusive and coveted Denim Viper Triple IPA, along with Center Line Golden Ale & Alterior Motive Amerian IPA.  Thanks to Tara, from Alter Brewing, for bringing to life the virtues of Alter. 

A kind thanks to Tony Gambino and Doc's Victory Pub for hosting our event. What a great space to enjoy good beer and good food with friends!