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SisterHouse

Annual Report

2016

SisterHouse is sponsored ministry of the

School Sisters of Notre Dame

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SisterHouse Financial Statements

SisterHouse is tax exempt under Section 501(c)3 of the Internal Revenue Code. Our revenue comes from individual donations, grants from corporations and foundations, church donations, fundraising, earned income, and a yearly contribution from the School Sisters of Notre Dame.

Like many nonprofits SisterHouse relies on donor contributions. Our contributors have continued to express their belief in our mission by providing monetary gifts. These donations keep SisterHouse accessible and open to serve the next woman in need.

We are truly grateful for the continued financial support provided by churches, grants, foundations, and individuals. We do not take your giving lightly. We are blessed to have you.

154,500

68,000

41,882

22,167

16,669 175

Income

Grants

School Sisters of Notre Dame

Individual Contributions

Events Revenue

Program Fees

Interest

$236,107

32,114 4,656 308

Expense

Program Services

Fundraising/reimbursement

Management and General

Depreciation

SisterHouse

Condensed Statement of Financial Position for the Year 2016

$ %

income

Grants 154,500$ 50.9%

Contributions and Fundraising 132,049 43.5%

Program Fees 16,669 5.5%

Interest 175 0.1%

Total Income 303,393$ 100.0%

Expenses

Program Services 236,107$ 86.4%

Fundraising/reimbursement 32,114 11.8%

Management and General 4,656 1.7%

Depreciation 308 0.1%

Total Expenses 273,185$ 100.0%

Increase in Net Assets 30,208

Net Assets, Beginning 314,332

Net Assets, Ending 344,540$

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We regret to inform our supporters that our Director,

Lennette Pointer, passed away suddenly in April, 2017. Her

buoyant spirit has been missed every day. Lennette's positive

attitude impacted all aspects of Sister House. She was a

positive and guiding influence at the residence and gave her

all to the women of Sister House. She was a wonderful liaison

to donors and thanked each donor with gratitude and joy.

Each year her favorite event was the SisterHouse graduation.

At graduation friends and families unite to empower and

applaud the hard work of the graduates of SisterHouse. .

Our Directors

Lisa Steward-Baugh, Executive Director Rochelle Sims, Program Director

Remembering Lennette Pointer

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A Message from our The Chair of the Board

Once again SisterHouse has had a very successful year and wishes

to extend a huge thank you for the generous donations received.

All donations large or small aid us in keeping Sister Ann’s vision

going strong. We continue to host successful fundraisers that

introduce more people to the wonderful things happening at

SisterHouse. As Chair of the Board I want to ask that you keep

SisterHouse in your heart throughout the year and remember us

whenever you are able.

Thanks again for all your generosity.

Sincerely,

Susan Lescher, SisterHouse Board Chair

Our Mission SisterHouse is a faith-oriented community of women that offers:

Temporary home to women seeking recovery from substance abuse

Provides a safe environment of respect, order and peace

Offers opportunities for growth in self esteem and spiritual maturity

Requires accountability and responsibility

Helps residents to achieve responsible independent living

Empowers women to participate constructively in society

Our Approach SisterHouse espouses a holistic approach to recovery and works with a network

of agencies and supporters to provide:

Access to intensive substance abuse treatment, medical care and job

readiness training

Twelve-step based support (Alcoholics Anonymous)

GED and literacy tutoring services

Recreational activities, spiritual retreats and more

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I'm LaTanya Simpson,

I have had an addiction to drugs and alcohol for over 30 years of my life. I am now 51 years old. At the age of 48, I was incarcerated twice within 30 days. I was sick and tired of using drugs and alcohol because this behavior continued to ruin my life. I continued to make bad choices which resulted in being homeless.

After 30 days of treatment, I still felt I needed additional help. My treatment counselor suggested a recovery home. I was then introduced to SisterHouse Recovery Home. I contacted SisterHouse and was accepted.

I was at SisterHouse for 2.5 years and they have saved my life and shown me how to live drug and alcohol free. I have completed successfully Intensive Outpatient Treatment, Outpatient and After Care Treatment Programs My sponsor and I currently work on the 12 steps of AA. SisterHouse, also sent me through The Cara Program, which is a professional and personal job development program.

SisterHouse has helped me to build a solid foundation to live successfully and productively in society, living life on life's terms without the use of drugs and alcohol.

Sincerely, LaTanya

Moments of Reflection from our Alumni

SisterHouse Fundraisers

SisterHouse —Three Fundraisers Each Year.

Spring Fling and Bling is our annual jewelry bazaar held in conjunction with Inspiration Kitchens.

Inspiration Kitchens provides job training and life skills to help build a better life for each participant in

their programs. The partnership has been an amazing success. Each year SisterHouse increases the

attendance and increases the money raised. Please join us next Spring!

Thursday nights are the new Friday night each fall at Fitzgerald’s. This fun fall event is held in Berwyn at

Fitzgerald's night club. Each year we add a new element. Join us this year for table side tricks with a local

magician.

St. Mary's Parish in Buffalo Grove holds a dual fundraiser for SisterHouse and St. Vincent de Paul. This

event has day time golfing and a dinner and raffle at the church. This event really inspires fellowship with

local parishioners and coordination with multiple groups.

SisterHouse is always looking for new ways to partner with the community and add fundraisers to our

calendar. Do you have any idea for a fundraiser? Or would like an opportunity to work with a local non-

profit? Reach out! We want to hear from you!

Tiffany Harrison

tiffanymfh@gmail.com

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Steven Alt

Richard and Mary Anderson

Mary Anselmo

Kathy Antos

Mary Bahlenhorst

Patricia Banks

Erin Bartha

J. Brad and Kathy Barth

Carole Bartman

Sharenne Bearden

Joel & Suzanne Belanger

Ronald and Lois Belusko

John and Ellen Bentz

Jennifer Bevan

Sandra Bijou

Aaron and Lisa Bilal

Thomas Blankinship

Mary Ann Bloom

Dorothy Bobo

Pat Bogie

Dorothy Bolognini

Joe Bonito

Michael Booker

Col Ronald and Suzanne Bordenaro

Aaron and Kathleen Bossow

Alberta Bowles

Max and Tammy Bowyer

Dolores Brady

James Brantman

David and Glenda Braun

John Brennan

Patricia Bresnahan

Sister Mary Kay Brooks SSND

Ruston Broussard

Delphine Brown

Mike Brown

Anne Marie Brunner

Andrew Bueschel

Christine Bulger

Mary Louise Burger

Mike Burke

Kevin Burns

Michael and Adrienne Burns

Jill and Thomas Bush

W. Butrym

Robert Callahan

Jackie Carey

Carrie Carpenter

Margaret Carroll

Jack and Margaret Caveney

Elizabeth Cervantes

John Chapman

Sonia Chavan Dziubek

Linda Cibula Stencib

Erin Cibula

John and Jackie Cibula

Linda Cibula

Nancy Cibula

Samantha Cibula

Michael Clifford

Doloresand Marie Coduto

Julie Weber Coffman

Janet Cohan

Dolores Cole

Lynette Coleman

Jack Costello

Dana Covarrubias

Rita Cox

V Creadon

Sister Claire Marie Czerwiec

Nancy Czerwiec

Barbara Czipo

Ann D'Esposito

Kate D'Esposito

Michelle A Dal Pino

Daniel Dame

Becky Dana

Phil and Cyndi Dane

Katie Davis

Sally Dayton

Heather DeJonker

Molly Desposito

Karen Didier

Stephen and Mary Dill

Mr.and Mrs Donald Bartelt

Robert and Patricia Donnelly

Noreen Dowling

Michael and Mary Ann Doyle

Kimberly Duchossois

Christopher Dunworth

Joyce Ann Eaker

Ruth Edmond

Kenneth Engers

Arcie Escotto Hernandez

Fred and Lisa Eskridge

Deanna Evitts

Diane Falk

Thank you to our Donors

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Kenneth Fisher

Christine Flood

Ezequiel Flores

Mary Ann Fontana

Martin Fonville

La Shawn Ford

Sr. Jane Forni, SSND

Michael Frigo

Sarah Fyffe

Patricia Gacek

Pat Gaines

Terry and Mary Gallagher

Jen Garber

Mike and Judy Garber

Thomas and Deidre Girard

Katherine Giunta

Margaret Glass

Mary Fran Gleason

Ruth Goldboss

Susan Goldman

Dissree Greene

Anne and James Grindle

Arlette Grubbe

Richard and Gilmary Habenicht

Michael and Marissa Harbert

Joe and Sheila Harris

Ronald and Sheila Harris

Carla Harrison

Tiffany Harrison

Timothy and Mary Grace Harrison

Janis Haustein

Donna Hemstreet

Angela Henderson

Sr. Mary Lou Henderson, SSND

David and Nena Hermes

Geraldine Herr

Carla Hickey

Vicki Hickson-Camp

Doug and Andrea Hillstad

Jeanne Hodorowski

Michael and Mary Jo Howard

Elma Hudson

Christine Hull

Emilio and Colleen Iacch

Howard and Jean Illian

Wendy Illian

Melisa Ivy

Suzanne Jackson

Richard and Janet Jacob

Hope Jaeger

Karen Jaimes

Joan Jais

Bonnie Johnson

Cathleen Johnson

Megan Johnson

Ken and Dale Jones

Mary Beth Jost

Susan Jung

Mark Kakenmaster

Janine Katonah

Peter and Mary Ann Kattner

Bill and Sandy Keefe

Bernadine Kelly

Eva S Kelly

Elizabeth Kerrigan

Maria Kim

Michael and Nancy Knight

John and Patricia Kokum

Beata Kruss

Thomas Krzak

Raymond and Lorraine Lalowski

Joseph and Judy Larscheid

Denise and Craig Larsen

Barbara Laska

Margaret Lawlor

Jeniffer Leedom

Cathy Lemberg

Cindy Lemberg

Susan Lescher

Charles and Diane Levy

Camille Lilly

Flo Lipsey

Mary Louise Loeb

John Lowrey

Betty Luckett

Ted and Maureen Lucore

Tiffany Lupo

Madelynn Macur Brousil

Sherri Magdic

Joanne Marlon

Sandy Martel

Tiffany Martinelli

Mr./Mrs. William Matthews

Bernard and Rosana Mayer

Susan McDermott

Patricia McCann

Thank you to our Donors

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Mary Jane McCart

Gahan Jacobs McDonald

Jeannine McDonough

Laureen McDonough

Jane and Timothy McGrath

Patricia Meslar

Daniel and Jacqueline Minaghan

Nicholas and Linda Mirabelli

Nedra Mixon

Marguerite Moskos

Brenda Moten

Dennis and Mary Mudd

Mary Mulcrone

Carol Mulvihill

Amy E. Murphy

Mary Ellen Murphy

Margaret A. Nacorda-Kinney

Rebecca Neuith

Martin and Kathryn Nihill

Cassandra Norman

Cynthia Northington

Dennis and Jean Nosek

Robert Nuber

Kelly O'Brien

Nancy O'Brien

Christa O'Keefe

Samantha O'Keefe

Michelle Olson

Norman and Marilyn Olson

Steven and Sharon Olson

Brian and Edith Ozark

Richard and Cecilia Parenti

Nathan and Kristine Partain

Gerald J. and Mary Ann F. Pater

Charles and Melanie Payne

Charles and Nicole Perron

Beth Peters

Jean Phelan

Lawrence Preston

Patrick Racey and Sheila Murphy

Joan Radtke

Andrea Raila

Glenda Raupp

Dana Regan

Joyce A. Reis

Carl Rice

Carmen Rios

Lauren Robishaw

Rick and Buffy Rock

Tom and Rose Roelle

Daniel Romano

Lynn Romano

Michael Romano

Joseph and Constance Romanus

Carol Rossi

Mary Ann Rosso

Dolores Ryan

Carolyn Saltarelli

Mildred Sanders

Gina Savani

Rose Schaudek

Marguerite Scherer

Sr.Marcene Schlosser, SSND

Wendy Schmiedeler

Gladys Schmitz

Steven and Jo Anne Schneider

Michael and Mary Schostok

Nancy and Steven Schultz

Tim Schultz

Christine Schumann

Cheryl and Nicholas Scouffas

David and Judith Seebruch

Carl Segvich

Robert and Dorothea Senechalle

Carol Serber

Elizabeth Shanahan

Diane Shapiro

Terry Shapiro

Ron and Cathy Sheble

Dan and Jane Sherlock

Mamie Shorter

Michael and Karen Shutty

LaTanya Simpson

Conchita Smith

Robert and Noreen Smith

Ronald and Patricia Smith

Therese Smith

Arthur and Kathy Smuck

Pat Smuck

Sarah and Daniel Sommers

Stephen Sowle

Connie Sparkowski

Karen Sparkowski

Dale Spencer

Sherry Spencer

Anne Marie Spiteri

St Louise de Marillac Women's Club

Daniel and Mary Starbeck

Marianne Stefanski

Mary Steinbach

Pat Stibich

Leanne Storch

Lauren Streff

Elizabeth Streib

Lisa Sullivan

Thank You to Our Donors

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Robert Wozniak

Natalia Wright

Edward and Mary Catherine Wygonik

Lori Yokoyama

Lori Zalewski

Sr. John Zullo

Elizabeth Zurowski

Anthony Sunzeri

Carole Suvanich

Cheryl Tatreau

Pastor Taylor

Temple of Life Church

Gilbert and Karen Terlicher

Mark and Margaret Tritschler

Yolanda Yolie Turner

Marie Vance

Lorena Audra Vaughn

Amy Voss

Tim and Keli Walbert

John Walker

Mary Walsh

Father Tom Walsh

Larry and Barbara Walton

Michael Warren and Julie Buchanan

Sunya Watson

Len Weber

Thomas and Joan Weber

Eric and Mary Weinheimer

James and Noreen Wendell

Rob and Marilyn Weskamp

Ethel Williams

Linda Williams

Richard Wimstrom

Thank You to Our Donors

We are grateful to all our donors. It is only because of their generous support that we are

able to provide housing and supportive services to women in recovery. We tried to be as

thorough as possible. If a name was accidentally omitted, please receive our sincere

apologies and notify us so that we can correct our records.

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Thank You Our Grantors

Academy of Our Lady Alumnae Association

AON Foundation

Atlantic-Midwest Province School Sisters of Notre Dame

Blowitz-Ridgeway Foundation

Carl Hendrickson Foundation

Chicago Teachers Union

First Bank of Highland Park

First National Bank of Lagrange

Fred J. Brunner Foundation

G.A. Ackermann Memorial Fund

George M. Eisenberg Foundation For Charities

Grant Healthcare Foundation

Healthcare Alternative Systems, Inc.

Helen Brach Foundation

Henrietta Lange Burk Fund

Judy Family Foundation

JUSTGIVE

McKesson Corporation

Mary Seat of Wisdom Parish

Mater Christi Church

Mater Christi Guild

Mazza Foundation

Notre Dame Learning Center, Inc.

Owens Family Foundation

People's Gas Light & Coke Company

Racine Dominican Mission Fund

Raskob Foundation for Catholic Activities

Sage Foundation

Saint Mary's Parish

SisterHouse Alumnae

SSND - Sisters of Marian Village

SSND Gospel Fund

St. Angela Activity Fund

St. Giles Council of Catholic Women

St. Ignatius Prep

St. Mary's Church Men's Club

St. Mary's Council of Catholic Women

St. Pius X Council of Catholic Women

Ten Thousand Villages Oak Park

The Dewan Foundation

The Women's Guild of St. Joseph Catholic Church

TJX Foundation

W.P. & H.B. White Foundation

William McGowan Fund

SisterHouse Grants Approved - 2016 Anonymous $15,000.00 W.P. and H.B. White Foundation $10,000.00 Helen Brach Foundation $10,000.00 Blowitz Ridgeway Foundation $10,000.00 Dewan Foundation $3,500.00 Racine Dominican Fund $7,000.00 Judy Family Foundation $18,000.00 The Sage Foundation $10,000.00 The Owens Foundation $10,000.00 TJX Foundation $3,500.00 Mazza Foundation $10,000.00 Fred J. Brunner Foundation $10,000.00 Carl Hendrickson Foundation $15,000.00 George Eisenberg Foundation $7,500.00 Grant Healthcare Foundation $15,000.00

Total Grants Approved for 2016 $154,500.00

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Thank You

Your Donations Make a Difference

$35.00 can help one lady a week in transportation to search for employment, housing referral, and family visits.

$50.00 can help two ladies with toiletries, laundry soap, deodorant, and other personal items.

$75.00 will support three ladies to obtain their birth certificate.

$160.00 will support eight ladies in getting their state ID.

$1,000.00 will help restore the family cycle by helping provide retreats on healing and building relationships and family events.

$5,000.00 will provide a wide range of educational opportunities including computer literacy, recovery education, tutoring in English and Math.

Donate on Line: www.sisterhousechicago.org

Thank you to the members of Saint Mary Men’s Club

that diligently help maintain the SisterHouse home

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SISTERHOUSE

851N. Leamington Avenue

Chicago, IL 60651

Phone: 773.626.0525

Fax: 773.626.3708

www/sisterhousechicago.org

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