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Help MDW Cares Support Women Through Life’s Biggest Transitions
After 12 years of building community, experimenting, and listening to what women really need, MDW Cares is now an official 501(c)(3) nonprofit, and we need your help to grow.
Our Mission
MDW Cares exists to support women through life’s biggest transitions - divorce, career changes, caregiving, postpartum shifts, empty nesting, and everything in between. We believe that no woman should have to navigate these seasons alone.
What We Do
We create safe, inclusive spaces and offer resources that help women feel seen, supported, and equipped, including:
Therapist-Authored Guides — Downloadable tools for communication, coping skills, boundaries, parenting, and more.
Supportive Events + Workshops — From intimate gatherings to panel discussions with local mental health experts.
Community Connection — Curated resources, support groups, and mutual aid opportunities that make it easier to find help close to home.
Why Your Donation Matters
Your gift will directly fund:
- Development of new guides, workbooks, and digital resources
- Free and low-cost mental health workshops
- Space rental for in-person gatherings and support circles
- Marketing and outreach to reach more women who need help
- Stipends for licensed therapists who contribute their expertise
Every single dollar helps us expand our reach and keep our programs accessible to women in the Fox River Valley and beyond.
Join Us in Building What’s Next
What started as a grassroots passion project is now ready to grow into a sustainable, lasting resource for our community. Your donation is not just a gift. It’s an investment in a future where women are supported, resourced, and reminded that they are never alone.
Donate today and help us build the next chapter of MDW Cares. Together, we can create something beautiful that will support women for years to come.
Organizer
Elizabeth Rago
Organizer
St. Charles, IL