About Us | Social Responsibility
For over 20 years, Kensington International has had the pleasure of giving back through our involvement with surrounding neighborhoods and communities. Our team is made up of individuals who are proud to be involved with the following organizations. (To learn more about any organization below, simply click on its logo.)
Chicago Theological Seminary
Founded in 1855, The Chicago Theological Seminary, is a free-standing seminary associated with the United Church of Christ (UCC). The seminary serves UCC churches and the wider faith community by preparing women and men in the understandings and skills needed for religious leadership and ministry to individuals, churches, and society.
Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation
The Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America is a non-profit, volunteer-driven organization dedicated to finding the cure for Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. It was founded in 1967 by Irwin M. and Suzanne Rosenthal, William D. and Shelby Modell, and Henry D. Janowitz, M.D.
Greater Chicago Food Depository
The Greater Chicago Food Depository, Chicago’s food bank, is a nonprofit food distribution and training center that provides food for hungry people while striving to end hunger in our community. The Food Depository distributes donated and purchased food through a network of 650 pantries, soup kitchens and shelters – reaching 678,000 adults and children in Cook County every year. Last year, the Food Depository distributed 66 million pounds of nonperishable food and fresh produce, dairy products and meat – the equivalent of 135,000 meals every day.
Make-A-Wish Foundation
Since 1980, the Make-A-Wish Foundation® has enriched the lives of children with life-threatening medical conditions through its wish-granting work. The Foundation's mission reflects the life-changing impact that a Make-A-Wish® experience has on children, families, referral sources, donors, sponsors and entire communities.
Muscular Dystrophy Association
MDA is the nonprofit health agency dedicated to curing muscular dystrophy, ALS and related diseases by funding worldwide research. The Association also provides comprehensive health care and support services, advocacy and education.
Network of Executive Women (NEW)
The mission of the Network of Executive Women is to attract, retain and advance women in the retail and consumer products industry through education, leadership and business development
Organic Consumers Association
Consumers Association (OCA) is an online and grassroots non-profit 501(c)3 public interest organization campaigning for health, justice, and sustainability.
PEAK
PEAK provides opportunities for at-risk youth to achieve academic and personal success through a quality, values-based education and the guidance of caring adult mentors.
Ronald McDonald House
Ronald McDonald Houses act as a home away from home so families can stay close by their hospitalized child. These Houses allow families to stay together, helping children heal faster and cope better. Ronald McDonald Houses provide over 7,200 bedrooms to families around the world each night, saving them over $257 million in hotel costs.
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Team In Training (TNT)
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Team In Training (TNT) offers hands-on training unlike any other program, providing more help than many other charities, gyms, online training programs or sports clubs. This established network of coaches, mentors and teammates was built by The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society over the past 22 years.
The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago
This inclusive organization of men, women and children is joined together by a shared commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living and fostering a sense of social responsibility.
Warrenville Athletic Association
The WAA is a non-profit, volunteer affiliate of the Warrenville Park District. It is run by a 12-member volunteer Board of Commissioners. Without the input and involvement of the volunteers of the WAA Board, baseball would not be locally available to over 200 young boys and girls.
Wellness House
Wellness House provides information, support, and a community to help families living with cancer. Founded in 1990 by a committed group of community leaders, Wellness House serves as a vital complement to medical treatment for anyone experiencing the effects of cancer by providing a comprehensive array of programs at no cost to participants.