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  • How OPRF IWS Extends Care Beyond the Clinic Walls

    Wednesday Journal, October 31, 2025

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  • Young philanthropists honored with award

    FOX 32 Chicago | Oct 30, 2025

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  • How can I get my child’s daycare to stop using screens?

    Care.com, October 1, 2025

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  • New Report Shows Kids' Health Has Worsened—What Parents Can Do Now

    Parents.com, July 16, 2025

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  • A 30-year-old mystery is resolved with a $150K grant to Oak Park River Forest Infant Welfare Society

    Chicago Tribune, July 11, 2025

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  • Protect children’s healthcare from cuts

    Wednesday Journal, April 1, 2025

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  • Delta Dental Grant Boosts Infant Welfare Society

    Chicago Tribune, January 14, 2025

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  • Medicaid cuts cause concern for Infant Welfare Society

    Wednesday Journal, March 31, 2025

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  • Homes in Oak Park, River Forest get head start on holidays for house walk

    Chicago Tribune, November 22, 2024

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  • Holiday Housewalk and Market returns for 26th year on Dec. 6 and 7

    Wednesday Journal, November 14, 2024

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  • Beyond Health Care: OPRF IWS Provides Lifesaving Support for Families

    Wednesday Journal, November 14, 2024

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  • Infant Welfare Society welcomes new executive director

    Wednesday Journal, September 20, 2024

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  • Infant Welfare Society taps experienced nonprofit pro as new leader

    Chicago Tribune, September 10, 2024

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  • D97’s hosts Migrant Resource Night to help families build connections

    Wednesday Journal, January 25, 2024

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  • Infant Welfare Society connects children with books

    Wednesday Journal, January 8, 2024

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For the Media: Fact Sheets

  • For more than 100 years, OPRF Infant Welfare Society has been removing barriers for underserved children who live within a few miles, or even a few blocks from us. We believe that all children should have access to the fundamental care necessary to build a solid foundation for a successful life. OPRF IWS provides medical, dental, and behavioral services through programs at the Clinic or throughout the community. The work of the OPRF IWS is continued through the generosity of support of the community, volunteers and donors.

  • From a full service clinic that provides medical, dental, and behavioral services, to community programs and outreach, the OPRF Infant Welfare Society offers opportunities and support for children to support their well-being. From The Giving Library to a portable dentistry program and nutrition and oral health presentations, all programs and services focus on unlocking the potential of every child.

  • OPRF Infant Welfare Society is supported by community members who are committed to making a difference for children in need. Working together to support the overall management, members provide their time, talent, and treasure to help meet the health needs for children in the community. For more information on membership, email Christine Mitchell.  flynnfiona09@gmail.com

  • There are many ways to support the work of OPRF Infant Welfare Society! Become an active volunteer to help with programs, services, or events, or make a donation to support our important work. We welcome corporate and community sponsors as well as people who participate in our events from lectures, programs, to our signature Holiday Housewalk.

  • Please reach out to Rowena Abrahams at rabrahams@oprfiws.org with any media questions.

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