a Chicks history

It is hard to believe that Chicks for Charity was just created in 2006. In such a short amount of time, we have grown to a group of more than 1,200 members from throughout the Toledo area. These cool Chicks have helped raise money and awareness for several “under the radar” charities in our community. 

Furniture Bank
2006

In 2006, The Furniture Bank was selected as our first charity.

"Chicks for Charity's involvement was a key component in the Furniture Bank's success in providing furnishings for more than 1,400 local families in need," stated Paula Massey, executive director, Toledo-Lucas County Furniture Bank.

Our membership started with approximately 200 Chicks. Our first big event, a luncheon, was held at Brandywine Country Club with 300 women in attendance. We could not believe what great support we received from women and young girls in our area. CFC raised over $15,000 for The Furniture Bank that year.

Beach House
2007

2007 was coming fast and it was time to find a new charity to help. Beach House Family Shelter won the hearts and votes of our members, so we focused our efforts on them for the year. And what an amazing year it was! We tripled in size and raised over $50,000 for the organization! Our annual event was moved outdoors to The Toledo Zoo where more than 500 Chicks of all ages attended. It was a sight to see!

“Everyone at Beach House Family Shelter enjoyed every minute of our year with the “chicks” from “Chicks for Charity,” said Paula Lewis, executive director, Beach House Family Shelter. “What a wonderful, creative, fun and generous group of women. We hope to continue our relationships with the “Chicks” for years to come!”

ADAI
2008

In 2008, Assistance Dogs of America, Inc. was voted in as our charity. Our membership grew to more than 800 and we raised $29,000 for the organization. Chicks Mix, as it was newly named, was again held at The Toledo Zoo in July where more than 600 Chicks and Junior Chicks attended.

The Victory Center
2009-10

This year, to make even more of an impact, we’ve decided to extend our support for two years to our selected charity. The Victory Center, which provides non-medical support to those living with cancer, was selected as the beneficiary and we are well on our way to making a difference!

Chicks for Charity has come a long way in such a short amount of time. We look forward to continuing to work with local charities in the Toledo-area for many years to come.