Everything we do is funded entirely by philanthropy. Your gift to The Ark has the power to change lives, and we can’t do it without you.
A gift to The Ark supports comprehensive, individualized services for Chicagoland Jews navigating hardships and uplifts those most vulnerable in our community.
helps subsidize a month’s rent for a struggling family
pays for a month of therapy for a client dealing with mental health challenges
funds employment counseling for a client dealing with job loss
covers routine dental cleanings for a young couple without dental insurance
covers a client’s prescription for an inhaler to address long-term treatment of asthma
supplies one month of diapers for a family with a new baby
The Ark’s work each and every day is a mitzvah. We know that The Ark is changing the lives of people with incredible care, respect and empathy.
— Allan Malmed, Board of Trustees Chair, and Missy Malmed, Board Member
Donate by credit card, PayPal, or bank transfer anytime through our secure online giving form.
Make your check out to The Ark and mail it to our Northbrook office:
The Ark
3100 Dundee Road, Suite 802
Northbrook, IL 60062
Make a gift in honor or in memory of someone and choose if you would like to send an e-card or printed card.
Join our monthly giving circle and sustain The Ark throughout the year.
The Ark welcomes individual and commercial donations of kosher food, personal care items, and household supplies to help stock our pantries. We are sometimes able to accept other donated items as needed.
Donate your used car, truck, or motorcycle in any condition, and The Ark will handle all the arrangements for the pickup and sale.
Make your impact go further through a matching gift from your employer. Find out if your gift is eligible for a match and submit a request through your company.
Create a legacy gift through your estate plans and sustain The Ark for future generations. Learn more about becoming a member of The Ark’s Legacy Society.
Fundraise for The Ark to celebrate a milestone like a birthday, anniversary, or bar/bat mitzvah. Engage your friends, family, and colleagues to amplify your impact.
Make a Qualified Charitable Distribution from your IRA, give via a Donor-Advised Fund, or gift appreciated stock or securities. Contact our Development Office for assistance or to make a pledge.
Adam Parker, Director of Development | [email protected] | 773-973-0090
Hannah Sawyer, Development Officer | [email protected] | 872-241-8310
Dana Debofsky, Grants Manager | [email protected] | 773-681-8978
Dani McGonigle, Annual Giving Manager | [email protected] | 773-973-0335
Yehudis Gerstein, Donor Relations Manager | [email protected] | 773-681-8980
For other inquiries, contact [email protected], and a member of our team will respond within two business days.
