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Monday, December 18, 2023
Rep. Grant Announces State Grants for School Libraries

WHEATON, IL – State Representative Amy Grant is proud to announce numerous school libraries within her district have been selected as recipients of a state grant program designed to support…


Friday, December 8, 2023
Legislative Meet Up with IL Library Association

WHEATON – Had a great time with the @illibraryassociation at their legislative meet-up today! Here I am with some of the best librarians from @wheatonlibrary and @winpub_library Thanks for having…


Monday, November 20, 2023
Rep. Grant Launches ‘Illinois Family Priorities Assessment’

Wheaton, IL – State Representative Amy Grant (R – Wheaton) has announced the launch of her Illinois Family Priorities Assessment, an initiative designed to accurately understand and efficiently address the needs of families in Illinois….


Friday, November 17, 2023
USPS & Letters to Santa

One of the most unique and heartwarming holiday programs has been in existence for over 100 years and is conducted by the United States Postal Service. USPS Operation Santa receives thousands…


Wednesday, November 8, 2023
National S.T.E.M. / S.T.E.A.M. Day

National S.T.E.M. / S.T.E.A.M. Day calls for the advancement of education in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. These are critical areas in any child’s education and…


Wednesday, November 8, 2023
Invest in Kids Still at Risk

We had a number of students, parents, and educators in the Statehouse today fighting for the Invest in Kids Scholarship. I will be sharing some of their testimonies – directly…


Saturday, November 4, 2023
Illinois Adoption Statistics

ILLINOIS – Last year, a heartwarming number of 1,939 Illinois children found their forever homes with loving families. However, today, there are still 19,835 young souls in the system eagerly…


Thursday, October 26, 2023
Scholarship Recipients in Springfield

SPRINGFIELD – I’m beyond proud of the students who traveled to Springfield this week to voice their support for the Invest in Kids Scholarship program. Lawmakers have no good excuse…


Tuesday, October 24, 2023
CALLING ALL INVEST IN KIDS SCHOLARSHIP ADVOCATES!

SPRINGFIELD – We are back in Springfield for veto session and extending the Invest in Kids Scholarship is at the top of my agenda. I want you to share a…


Friday, October 20, 2023
Abundant Children & Family Services Basic Needs Drive

WHEATON, IL – Community Call to Action! Every day, families in our community face tough choices. For some, it’s deciding between essential medicine or basic necessities like toothpaste and shampoo….