2024 Hardship Award

The Illinois State Wireless Association is seeking applicants experiencing a personal hardship.  The recipient will benefit from the golf outing 50/50 proceeds and the holiday event 50/50 proceeds.

 

During our annual Golf Outing and Holiday Party, ILSWA conducts a 50/50 raffle where proceeds were traditionally allocated to our general fund for charities like St Jude Children’s Research Hospital and Misericordia. In recent years, we decentralized our approach and now direct the 50-50 earnings towards a local cause. The ILSWA Hardship Program was instituted to support individuals or families facing challenges such as bereavement, health issues, or unexpected financial struggles.

The chosen recipient will receive the ILSWA share of the 50/50 raffle proceeds from both events for one year. Each application undergoes thorough evaluation by ILSWA, considering a diverse range of qualifications to ensure fair and impactful selection.

 

 

The story of our 2024 recipient is listed below.

2024 ILSWA Hardship Application Winner

Alyssa and Gabi, two incredibly resilient sisters, are the recipients of the Illinois State Wireless Association’s (ILSWA) hardship sponsorship. Alyssa, an ambitious and bright young woman, is about to being her freshman year at Iowa State University this fall. Her younger sister, Gabi, equally determined and full of potential, is starting her freshman year of high school this fall.

Earlier this year, their world was shattered when they tragically lost both of their parents. Their mother, a dedicated member of the Telecommunications division at MZI Group for over two years, was a beacon of strength and inspiration to her daughters. Despite this profound loss and the immense challenges, they now face, Alyssa and Gabi have shown incredible resilience and determination to continue their education and pursue their dreams.

The Illinois State Wireless Association (ILSWA) has recognized the strength and difficult circumstances of these young women by providing them with a hardship sponsorship. This support is intended to offer Alyssa and Gabi the resources and encouragement they desperately need during this challenging time.

But they cannot do it alone.

Your generous donation can help ensure Alyssa and Gabi have the support they need to navigate this difficult period and achieve their educational goals. With your help, we can alleviate some of the burdens they face and empower them to reach their full potential.

Please consider donating to support these courageous sisters. Your contribution can make a significant difference in their lives and help them build a brighter future.

Thank you for your kindness and support.