A Christmas Story in May!

A Christmas Story in May! A young woman came into our Downtown center two weeks ago. She was 19 weeks pregnant and shared that she was still undecided if she …

2026 Spring Luncheon

“Kind-hearted people gathered for an essential mission.” That’s how one guest described Aid for Women’s recent 2026 Spring Luncheon at the beautiful Skokie Country Club in Glencoe. Hundreds of friends …

Aid for Women’s Partnership with the Diaper Depot

On the first Wednesday of each month, representatives from more than 40 not-for-profits in Cook, Lake, and McHenry counties come to Catholic Charities’ Diaper Depot in Round Lake to pick …

Lenten Opportunities

“How shall I make a return to the Lord, for all the good He has done for me?” Psalm 116:12 There are many ways to get involved in our lifesaving …

Drink Coffee, Save Lives

AID FOR WOMEN is proud to partner with SEVEN WEEKS COFFEE, America’s pro-life coffee company whose mission is to promote Godly values, provide excellent coffee, and protect every beating heart. …

Spring Luncheon Registration is Open

As Aid for Women welcomes this New Year, three positive trends are emerging across our eight pregnancy care centers and two maternity homes in Illinois: more women are referring their …

Pregnant, Freezing and Homeless

The Chicago area is experiencing dangerously bitter cold weather this week. Thousands of homeless individuals and families are left to fend for themselves in the streets. Among these are young …

Thank You for your support on Giving Tuesday

THANK YOU to everyone who included Aid for Women in your Giving Tuesday donations! Your support allows us to befriend vulnerable women across Illinois, help reduce the number of abortions, …

We are Thankful for our Volunteers

Volunteers have been vital to the work of Aid for Women since it was established in 1978. Some offer their time and talents as board members and advisors who collaborate …

Aid for Women Honors the Life and Legacy of Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, B.V.M.

“It was a true blessing to count Sister Jean among the Friends of Aid for Women. As we mourn her passing into eternal life on October 9th at the age …