Designed to assist migrants, who recently have been arriving via buses from Texas to Highland Park, while they await transfer to the Chicago Processing Center, the “Take Care” Packages will be a tangible expression of our community’s care for others.

Non-Perishable Food/Drink: Bottled water, granola bars, dried fruits and nuts, and packaged healthy snacks

Hygiene Products: Toothbrushes/toothpaste, soap/shampoo (travel size), feminine hygiene products, diapers and baby wipes, and hand sanitizer and wet wipes

Clothing: Hats, gloves, socks, and underwear

First Aid Kit: Bandages, antiseptic wipes, pain relievers, and face masks

General: Reusable water bottles and flashlights with extra batteries

Communications: Basic travel translation guides or dictionaries, and prepaid phone cards

Comfort Items: Children’s books, magazines, or puzzle books (Spanish language), and stuffed animals

Gift cards for grocery stores or pharmacies (please do not drop-off at Park District sites)

• West Ridge Center, 636 Ridge Road
• Recreation Center of Highland Park, 1207 Park Avenue West
• Deer Creek Racquet Club, 701 Deer Creek Parkway
• Centennial Ice Arena, 3100 Trail Way
• First Bank of Highland Park, 1835 1st Street
• Highland Park Bank & Trust, 1949 St Johns Ave
• Highland Park City Hall, 1707 St Johns Ave
• MLK Jr. Day of Service, Mon, Jan 15 | 9-10:30am, 1207 Park Avenue West