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Desiree Peerman at her new job

Emergency Fund Turns Despair Into Hope

June 03, 2020

Desiree Peerman was one semester into her college education at Harper College when the pandemic hit and rocked her world. Read More

Wen Lie sews masks

Harper HSE Student Borrows a Machine to Sew Masks Between Classwork

May 28, 2020

While the Community Resource Center closed due to the pandemic, the work of Partners for Our Communities did not stop. They continued serving families in need through a variety of programs, and now there were more families in need than ever. Wen Liue felt compelled to help. She approached POC’s director Kathy Millin with an idea. Wen asked, “You have sewing machines that are going unused, could I borrow one so I can sew cloth masks for people?” Read More

Photo of shoes standing by chalk art that says, "Have Hope."

Mental Health Month: The Elephant in the Room

May 08, 2020

While mental health should be acknowledged and promoted every month, the month of May is usually dedicated to bringing awareness to mental health and emotional wellness. Great progress has certainly been made towards reducing the stigma and support for those living with various mental health issues and illnesses, yet it's still a topic that often becomes the "elephant in the room" in many spaces. Read More

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Paying for College - We're Here to Help!

April 20, 2020

Your family may have experienced challenges due to the COVID-19 Pandemic. Please know that, even though we are no longer working from campus, we are here to help you remotely. As we look forward to the upcoming semesters, know that we can guide you through registration for summer and fall courses and provide resources to help you pay for college. Read More

Frank Moriarty owner of Honey with Style and Sweet Cyndees Bees

Honey with Style and Sweet Cyndee’s Bees

April 13, 2020

Creamed honey is similar to jams and jellies in that it’s very spreadable and pairs well with items like toast, bagels, and croissants. But creamed honey has a more butter-like texture. If you’ve never tried creamed honey, you can find Frank & Cyndee at various craft fairs and farmers’ markets around the area. Read More

Last Updated: 5/13/25