Past | All
JWLA Holiday Party
Dec 19, 2023 6:30PM—8:00PM
Firehouse Grill 750 Chicago Ave Evanston, IL 60202
Wynners will collect and sort donations for Connections for Abused Women and their Children (CAWC). After that, enjoy dinner and games together!
View MoreParent Get-Together
Dec 19, 2023 6:30PM—8:00PM
Firehouse Grill 750 Chicago Ave. Evanston, IL 60202
While your Wynner is at the holiday party, socialize with other parents over food and drinks.
View MoreThe Cradle Holiday Party
Dec 09, 2023 10:00AM—12:00PM
The Cradle 2049 Ridge Ave. Evanston IL, 60201
Sign up to help lead activities including holiday crafts, games, and decorating sugar cookies.
View MoreSt. Paul’s Lutheran Soup Kitchen
Dec 03, 2023 9:00AM—1:00PM
St. Paul's Lutheran Church 1004 Greenwood St, Evanston, IL 60201, USA
We will be cooking and handing out lunch at the Interfaith Action Soup Kitchen at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church!
View MoreVineyard Food Pantry
Nov 29, 2023 5:30PM—8:30PM
Evanston Vineyard Christian Church 2495 Howard Street Evanston, Illinois 60202
Help people get the food they need at the Vineyard Food Pantry.
View MoreFamily Focus Giving Storeroom
Nov 18, 2023
Time slots at 9-11am and 11am-1pm Family Focus 2010 Dewey Ave, Evanston
Please join us for a distribution day at the Family Focus Giving Storeroom food pantry and clothes closet.
View MoreHigh School Meeting
Nov 17, 2023
7:45-8:25AM ETHS W-125
High school Wynners, please join us to do leadership activities, preparing for the Do Good Pop-up, fun, and donuts!
View MoreJWLA Annual Food Drive
Nov 13, 2023 6:00PM—7:30PM
Kingsley School Gymnasium, 2300 Green Bay Rd, Evanston, IL 60201
The JWLA Annual Food Drive!
View MoreHigh School Meeting
Nov 08, 2023
7:45-8:25AM ETHS W-125
High school Wynners, please join us to prepare for the Food Drive and have fun!
View MoreMeals on Wheels
Nov 06, 2023 4:00PM—5:30PM
1723 Simpson St, Evanston, IL, 60201
We will be volunteering at Northeastern Illinois Meals on Wheels.
View MoreAll JWLA Meeting with Mayor Biss
Oct 26, 2023
6:00-7:15PM Kingsley School Gymnasium 2300 Green Bay Rd, Evanston, IL 60201
Our monthly All JWLA Meeting!
View MoreESCCA Volunteering
Oct 25, 2023 6:30PM—9:00PM
Joseph E. Hill Building 1500 McDaniel Ave, Evanston
Volunteers will assist families in choosing clothing from ESCCA’s clothing center.
View MoreFamily Focus Volunteering
Oct 23, 2023 5:00PM—6:00PM
Family Focus 2010 Dewey Ave. Evanston, IL 60201
The JWLA will be volunteering at the Family Focus after school program.
View MoreFood Forest Volunteering
Oct 21, 2023 11:00AM—1:00PM
Eggleston Park Food Forest 2100 Hartrey Avenue Evanston, IL 60201
We will be volunteering at Edible Evanston’s Food Forest.
View MoreEPL 150th Anniversary Open House Volunteering
Oct 14, 2023 10:00AM—2:00PM
Evanston Public Library Main Branch 1703 Orrington Ave Evanston, IL 60201
Wynners will be volunteering at the Evanston Public Library’s 150th Open House Celebration
View MoreHigh School Meeting
Oct 10, 2023
7:45-8:25AM ETHS S-214
Our monthly High School Meeting!
View MoreParent/Board Gathering
Sep 28, 2023 5:30PM—7:00PM
Post 42 Chandler Park, 1030 Central St Evanston, IL 60201
Enjoy an evening connecting with JWLA community members!
View MoreHigh School Wynner Dinner
Sep 26, 2023 7:00PM—8:00PM
Herm's Palace 3406 Dempster St, Skokie, IL 60076
The September Wynner dinner is at Herm’s Palace.
View MoreSouth Blvd. Beach Clean-up
Sep 23, 2023 9:00AM—10:30AM
South Blvd. Beach, Evanston IL We will meet by the beach entrance.
We will be cleaning up South Blvd. Beach as part of the Great Lakes Day of Action.
View MoreAll JWLA Meeting
Sep 20, 2023
5:00-6:15PM Larimer Park, Evanston IL
Our first All JWLA Meeting of the school year!
View MoreHigh School Meeting
Sep 15, 2023
7:45-8:25AM ETHS S214
Our monthly High School Meeting!
View MoreESCCA Volunteering
Sep 12, 2023 6:30PM—9:00PM
Joseph E. Hill Early Childhood Center 1500 McDaniel Ave, Evanston, IL 60201
Volunteers will assist families in choosing clothing from ESCCA’s clothing center.
View MoreBundled Blessings
Sep 05, 2023
4:15-5:45PM Bundled Blessings First United Methodist Church 516 Church St. Evanston, IL 60201
We will be packing diapers for Bundled Blessings!
View MoreEvanston Grows
Aug 17, 2023 10:00AM—12:00PM
Eggleston Farm, 2217 Simpson St, Evanston
We will be volunteering with Evanston Grows at Eggleston Farm.
View MoreHabitat for Humanity
Aug 04, 2023 7:00AM—5:00PM
Meet and return at the Joseph E. Hill building parking lot, 1500 McDaniel Ave, Evanston Building site location TBD
We will be heading to Habitat for Humanity of Lake County to spend the day working at a construction site to help a family in need build a house.
View More2023 JWLA Leadership Camp
Jul 28, 2023—Jul 30, 2023
YMCA Camp Duncan 32405 North Highway 12 Ingleside, IL
Leadership, teambuilding, fun, and friendship at a two-night overnight camp!
View More4th of July Parade
Jul 04, 2023 1:30PM
Meet near Bent Park, Central and Cowper. The parade ends at Ryan Field.
March with the Justin Wynn Fund in Evanston’s 4th of July parade!
View MoreThe Cradle Birthday Bash
Jun 24, 2023
9:45am-12:00pm Ingraham Park, behind the Evanston Civic Center, 2100 Ridge Ave, Evanston
Volunteers will run activity stations for kids such as face painting, tatoos, and bubbles.
View MoreProduce Mobile
Jun 13, 2023
8:15-11:30am Robert Crown Center, 1801 Main St, Evanston
We will be sorting and distributing free fresh food to those in need.
View MorePark Cleanup and Celebration
Jun 01, 2023 4:30PM—5:30PM
Raymond Park, 1489 Chicago Ave, Evanston
We will celebrate the new Wynners and the end of a great year with the JWLA.
View MoreFun Fest at Park School
May 25, 2023
Time slots at 4:00-6:00pm and 5:45-7:30pm Park School, 828 Main St, Evanston
Wynners will be helping out at Park School’s Family Fun Fest!
View MoreFood Forest Volunteering
May 20, 2023 11:00AM—1:00PM
Eggleston Park Food Forest, 2100 Hartrey Ave, Evanston
We will be volunteering at Edible Evanston’s Food Forest.
View MoreJWLA Meeting
May 15, 2023
5:00-6:15pm Lovelace Park, Gross Point Rd. & Thayer St.
Some Wynner alumni will join us for this meeting, as well as some members of Women for Evanston Youth!
View MoreVolunteering at Connections for the Homeless
May 13, 2023 1:00PM—3:00PM
Hilda's Place, 1458 Chicago Ave, Evanston, IL
We will volunteer at Hilda’s Place, a transitional shelter run by Connections for the Homeless.
View MoreHigh School-ish JWLA Meeting and Wynner Dinner
May 09, 2023 6:00PM—7:30PM
Harbert Park Shelter, McDaniel Ave, between Greenleaf and Crain
High school and 8th grade Wynners, please join us for the last high school Wynners meeting of the school year, combined with a picnic Wynner Dinner!
View More2023 Justin Wynn Awards Ceremony
May 07, 2023 10:30AM—12:30PM
ETHS Upstairs Theater
Wynners and their families are invited to attend the Justin Wynn Awards Ceremony to celebrate and welcome the 2023 Wynners!
View MoreJWLA Meeting at Rotary International
Apr 26, 2023
5:00-6:15pm (high school leaders arrive 15 minutes early) Rotary International, 1560 Sherman Ave, Evanston
This month’s Wynners meeting will be a joint meeting with the Rotary Club of Evanston, and will take place at the Rotary International World Headquarters.
View MoreRed Tie Soirée
Apr 22, 2023 7:30PM—10:30PM
Sketchbook Brewing Company, 4901 Main St, Skokie
The Red Tie Soirée is the Justin Wynn Fund’s biggest fundraiser of the year–a lively and fun celebration of youth leadership!
View MoreJUF Uptown Cafe
Apr 20, 2023 5:30PM—6:30PM
EZRA Multi-Service Center, 909 W. Wilson Ave, Chicago. Because this activity is located further away than usual, there will be an optional carpool leaving from the Joseph E. Hill building (1500 McDaniel) at 4:20pm, and returning around 8:00pm.
We will volunteer at the JUF Uptown Cafe, an anti-hunger program for the needy that provides hot meals in a restaurant-style setting.
View MoreHigh School JWLA Meeting with Dr. Campbell
Apr 19, 2023
7:45-8:25am (before school) Dr. Campbell's office, room H105 at ETHS
High school Wynners will meet with Dr. Campbell, the superintendent of District 202, to discuss leadership and community.
View MorePenny Park Cleanup
Apr 11, 2023 4:30PM—5:30PM
Penny Park, 1500 Lake St, Evanston
Please join us to clean up Penny Park! Wynners of all ages and their friends and families are welcome.
View MoreHigh School Wynner Dinner @ Noodles & Co.
Mar 27, 2023 7:00PM—8:00PM
Noodles & Company, 930 Church St., Evanston
High school Wynners, join in for our next Wynner dinner!
View MoreBlueberry Awards Celebration Volunteering
Mar 23, 2023 6:00PM—8:30PM
Evanston Ecology Center, 2024 McCormick Blvd, Evanston
Volunteers will help set up for the event and assist with activities and crafts for kids.
View MoreAll Wynners Meeting with Mayor Biss
Mar 21, 2023
6:30-7:45pm Kingsley School (pending confirmation)
Please join us for this special opportunity to talk with the mayor of Evanston about leadership and community issues that matter to you.
View MoreCelebrate Spring at Three Crowns Park
Mar 18, 2023 2:00PM—3:00PM
Three Crowns Park, 2323 McDaniel, Evanston
Wynners will socialize with senior citizen residents at Three Crowns Park retirement community while making a spring-themed craft together.
View MoreWynner Red Tie Committee Meeting
Mar 15, 2023 7:00PM—8:00PM
Sue's house, 2416 Prospect, Evanston
High school Wynners, please help us make our annual benefit really special by serving on this committee!
View More3-on-3 Basketball Tournament
Mar 12, 2023 ALL DAY
ETHS Beardsley Gym
Volunteer and/or play at the annual JWLA 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament!
View MoreHigh School Wynners Meeting
Mar 09, 2023
7:45am-8:25am (before school) ETHS room S-214
High school Wynners, please join us for leadership activities and fun!
View MoreESCCA Volunteering
Mar 04, 2023
9:15am-12:00pm 1500 McDaniel Ave, Evanston
Volunteers will assist families in choosing clothing from ESCCA’s clothing center.
View MoreC.A.R.E. Volunteering
Feb 25, 2023 1:00PM—2:30PM
C.A.R.E., 4927 Main St, Skokie
We will be volunteering at Community Animal Rescue Effort (C.A.R.E.), sorting and labeling cat and dog food for distribution at their pet food pantry.
View MoreAll Wynners Meeting
Feb 22, 2023
5:45-7:00pm ETHS room S-214
Please join us for leadership activities and fun!
View MoreBeth Emet Soup Kitchen Volunteering
Feb 15, 2023
Time slots at 4:15-5:45pm and 5:30-7:00pm Beth Emet Synagogue, 1224 Dempster St, Evanston
We will be cooking and serving dinner at the Beth Emet Soup Kitchen.
View MoreHigh School Wynners Meeting
Feb 13, 2023
7:45-8:25am (before school) ETHS S-214
High school Wynners, please join us for leadership activities and fun!
View MoreFun with Kids at Good News Partners
Feb 08, 2023
4:45-6:00pm Jonquil Hotel, 1600 W. Jonquil Terrace, Chicago (Rogers Park)
Wynners will participate in games, activities, and crafts with the kids at the Good News Partners shelter.
View MoreLeadership with Kids at Family Focus
Jan 30, 2023 5:00PM—6:00PM
Family Focus, 2010 Dewey Ave, Evanston
Share your leadership skills with kids in the Family Focus after school program.
View More5th-8th Grade Wynners Meeting
Jan 26, 2023 6:30PM—8:00PM
Evanston Public Library, Falcon Room (3rd floor), 1703 Orrington Ave.
This meeting will focus on preparing for our 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament in March.
View MorePark School’s New Year Celebration
Jan 19, 2023
Time slots at 5:00-7:00pm and 7:00-8:30pm Park School, 828 Main St., Evanston
Wynners will help out at Park School’s Winter Celebration!
View MoreHigh School Wynners Meeting
Jan 18, 2023
7:45-8:25am (before school) ETHS room S-214
Leadership activities and fun!
View MoreHigh School Wynner Dinner at Gigio’s
Jan 10, 2023 7:00PM—8:00PM
Gigio's Pizzeria, 1001 Davis St., Evanston
Wynner Dinners are social gatherings for high school Wynners at casual restaurants in downtown Evanston.
View MoreESCCA Volunteering
Dec 20, 2022 6:30PM—9:00PM
Joseph E. Hill Building, 1500 McDaniel Ave., Evanston
High school Wynners are invited to volunteer at Evanston School Children’s Clothing Association (ESCCA). Volunteers will assist families in choosing clothing.
View MoreJWLA Holiday Party
Dec 14, 2022 6:30PM—8:00PM
Firehouse Grill, 750 Chicago Ave., Evanston
Wynners will hang out and enjoy dinner together. We will also collect and sort donations of holiday gifts for Connections for Abused Women and their Children (CAWC).
View MoreParent Get-Together
Dec 14, 2022 6:30PM—8:00PM
Firehouse Grill, 750 Chicago Ave., Evanston
While your Wynner is at the holiday party, stay to socialize with other parents!
View MoreHigh School Wynners Meeting
Dec 07, 2022
ETHS - Central Library Classroom (note the unusual location!)
7:45-8:25am (before school) High school Wynners, join us for leadership activities and fun!
View MoreJUF Uptown Cafe
Dec 06, 2022 5:30PM—7:30PM
EZRA Multi-Service Center, 909 W. Wilson Ave, Chicago. Because this activity is located further away than usual, there will be an optional carpool leaving from the Joseph E. Hill building (1500 McDaniel) at 4:20pm, and returning around 8:00pm.
We will volunteer at the JUF Uptown Cafe, an anti-hunger program for the needy that provides hot meals in a restaurant-style setting. Volunteers will serve food and engage in conversation with guests.
View MoreGingerbread Houses at Three Crowns Park
Dec 03, 2022 2:00PM—3:00PM
Three Crowns Park, 2323 McDaniel Ave, Evanston
Wynners will socialize with senior citizen residents at Three Crowns Park retirement community while making gingerbread houses together.
View MoreEdzo’s Fundraiser
Nov 30, 2022 11:00AM—7:00PM
Edzo's Burger Shop, 1571 Sherman Ave, Evanston
On November 30, Edzo’s will donate 20% of their sale to the Justin Wynn Fund whenever someone mentions the JWF fundraiser when ordering!
View MoreLeadership with Kids at Family Focus
Nov 28, 2022 5:00PM—6:00PM
Family Focus, 2010 Dewey Ave., Evanston
Share your leadership skills with kids in the Family Focus after school program! This will be a fun way to connect with 1st-4th graders by participating in leadership activities together. Open to any age Wynners!
View MoreFamily Focus Giving Storeroom
Nov 19, 2022 9:00AM—1:00PM
Family Focus 2010 Dewey Ave., Evanston
Please join us for a distribution day at the Family Focus Giving Storeroom food pantry and clothes closet.
View MoreHigh School Wynners Meeting
Nov 09, 2022 7:30AM—8:30AM
ETHS Room S-214
High school Wynners, join in for leadership activities and fun!
View MoreFun with Kids at Good News Partners
Nov 03, 2022 5:00PM—6:00PM
Jonquil Hotel, 1600 W. Jonquil Terrace, Chicago (Rogers Park)
Wynners will participate in games, activities, and crafts with the kids at the shelter to brighten their day during a difficult period in their lives.
View More