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Child Welfare Work is More than a Job,
It's a Calling

September is Child Welfare Workforce Appreciation Month, and the
perfect time to shine a light on the incredible people who make Shelter's 
mission possible.

Every day, our staff walk alongside children and families through some of life’s hardest moments. They are the steady presence at 2 a.m. when a young person arrives at one of our Emergency Shelters, the listening ear when a teen feels alone, and the guiding hand helping families rebuild trust and strengthen their bonds.

More than a just a job, working in child welfare is a calling and a chance to changes lives. Join us in celebrating the resilience, compassion, and commitment of our Shelter team. Because of their dedication and expertise, youth and families in our care are safe and on the road to a better future.

Opening New Doors to Brighter Futures
Shelter is on the move! We’re excited to announce our new office location at 3227 N. Wilke Road, keeping our roots firmly planted in Arlington Heights while opening a new chapter in our mission to support youth and families in crisis. Our new space will allow us to grow, collaborate, and serve the community more effectively. We look forward to welcoming you to our
new home next month!

CFO Brings Financial Expertise and a
Mission Mindset to Shelter

After years of contracting financial services, Shelter has hired a full-time CFO to be an integral part of our leadership team. Tiffany Ellis joined Shelter earlier this year, bringing years of experience in both international and local humanitarian work. She is a committed leader in fiscal care and strategy that encourages others to work smart, have fun, and serve with a positive attitude. Prior to joining Shelter, Tiffany worked at Quatrro as an Assistant VP for Non-profit Finance, Operations, and Accounting where she directed the fiscal health and analysis of 16 social service organizations and schools across Chicagoland. Her experience also includes tenure as CFO for Youth Outreach Services in Chicago. Tiffany holds a B.S. in Finance from the University of Missouri and an M.S. in Public Service Management from DePaul University. She is an active member of the Chicago CFO Round Table and Jack and Jill of America, Inc., an organization dedicated to nurturing future African American leaders. We are excited to have her expertise, dedication, and positive energy at Shelter! Learn about Shelter's Leadership Team.

Because of You, Kids Found Joy This Summer

Your support of the Joy Project gave youth staying in our Emergency Shelters the chance to simply be kids—sharing good times at the movies and neighborhood festivals, fun at trampoline parks and amusement centers, and treats at ice cream outings and backyard BBQs. These moments created lasting memories and strengthened bonds with peers and caring staff, all thanks to you. Learn how you can make an impact.

Thank you to Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Arlington Heights for hosting Shelter and allowing us to share our mission with congregants. Shelter was created by the community, for the community, and partnerships like this strengthen our ability to help those who need it most. Learn how you can become an ally.

We're hiring a Clinical Supervisor to oversee our therapeutic programs and support our mission of providing healing and stability to youth and families. This leadership role is ideal for someone passionate about guiding teams and improving youth mental health services.
Bilingual applicants are encouraged.