illi News - Applications Now Open for the 38th Annual Community Paint-A-Thon

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ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. - illiNews -- The 2025 Community Paint-A-Thon is now accepting applications from eligible homeowners seeking free exterior painting services. Now in its 38th year, this annual community-wide initiative unites volunteers, local governments, and nonprofit partners to restore dignity and safety to the homes of older adults, veterans, and individuals with disabilities who are living on limited incomes. This year's Paint-A-Thon will take place on Saturday, September 6, 2025, with applications due by July 1, 2025.

By providing a fresh coat of paint, the Paint-A-Thon not only revitalizes homes, but it also restores pride, independence and well-being for homeowners who are unable to maintain their properties due to age, disability, or limited income. To qualify, applicants must meet specific criteria found on the HandsOn Suburban Chicago website at https://handsonsuburbanchicago.org/paint-a-thon-program/.

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Volunteers are needed for this life-changing event. HOSC is seeking businesses, faith communities, government entities, and individuals to donate their time to help neighbors in need. Volunteers will receive training prior to painting, including a tool kit and resources. For additional information about volunteering and registering as a team or individual visit the HandsOn Suburban Chicago website at.https://handsonsuburbanchicago.org/paint-a-thon-program/.

The Community Paint-A-Thon is made possible through the collaborative efforts of:

BACOA
Catholic Charities – Northwest Senior Services
City of Rolling Meadows
Elk Grove Township
Endeavor Health
Habitat for Humanity of Northern Fox Valley / A Brush with Kindness
HandsOn Suburban Chicago
Hanover Township Aging Services
Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs
Kenneth Young Center
Maine Township
North Shore Senior Center
Palatine Township Senior Citizens Council
Schaumburg Township
Sherwin-Williams
Village of Arlington Heights
Village of Des Plaines
Village of Mount Prospect
Village of Niles
Village of Wheeling
Wheeling Township

"This event truly shows the strength of the community in action," said Chris Swope Cholewa, President and CEO of HandsOn Suburban Chicago. "From local nonprofits and townships to individual volunteers and businesses, the Paint-a-Thon brings everyone together with one goal: to support our neighbors. It's a powerful example of collaboration, compassion, and shared purpose."

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Applications are available through participating agencies. For more information or to apply, please visit https://handsonsuburbanchicago.org/paint-a-thon-program/.