Skokie's 2025 Assist-A-Family Program Launches Before Holidays

SKOKIE, IL — As the holiday season fast approaches, the Village of Skokie invited the community to donate to its 2025 Assist-A-Family program.

Since 2007, the program has aimed to help families experiencing financial hardship within Skokie. Last year, the program helped 314 Skokie households. Every dollar that the community contributes stays within the village and directly impact your neighbors.

"Your continued generosity helps ensure that every Skokie family can experience comfort and hope this winter season," city officials said.

Each holiday season, eligible Skokie families receive gift cards. To ensure timely distribution of assistance before the holidays, officials encouraged community members to make donations before Dec. 12.

To donate, use the online Assist-a-family donation form or mail to the Skokie Health and Human Services Department at 5127 Oakton St.

For more information, visit the Assist-a-Family web page or contact the Skokie Human Services Division at 847-933-8252.