Community Corner
Hawthorn Food Pantry
We kindly ask for the community's support and generosity in helping the Hawthorn Food Pantry continue to provide essential resources to those in need. Your donations of non-perishable food items, personal hygiene products, and financial contributions are crucial in enabling us to serve our community. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of our neighbors.
If you are in need of food, or have any questions please reach out to Gabriela Cervantes at 847-990-4245 or cervantesg@hawthorn73.org.
How to Help the Hawthorn Food Pantry
Requested Food Pantry Items:
- Peanut Butter & Jelly
- Canned Fruits & fruit cups
- Sugar & Salt
- Cooking Oil
- Breakfast Items Non-Perishable: Cereal, Oatmeal, etc.
- Pasta & Rice
- Pasta Sauce
- Boxed Meals & Side Dishes (Mac & Cheese, Knorr Sides, Hamburger Helper, etc.)
- Healthy Snacks & Juice Boxes: Granola Bars, Fruit Pouches, etc.
Requested Household & Hygiene Items:
- Soap/Body Wash
- Shampoo & Conditioner
- Deodorant
- Toilet Paper
- Dish Soap
- Wipes
- Diapers
If you are unable to donate items at this time, we also welcome monetary donations. These funds will be used to purchase the items listed above. To make a monetary donation, please visit this link: https://hawthorn73.revtrak.net/donations/
Donations can be dropped off at Elementary North or the Hawthorn District Office.
Thank you in advance for your generosity and for helping us support our community!
Community Events & Programs
Hawthorn School District 73 does not endorse flyers that appear in the Community Corner. Items in the Community Corner come from not-for-profit organizations in the community. Links directed to websites outside of the Hawthorn District 73 website are not sponsored or maintained by Hawthorn District 73. To submit your organization's item for consideration, please email a PDF flyer to cervantesg@hawthorn73.org.
HOOKED ON SCOUTING
Come get “Hooked on Scouting” with Cub Scout Pack 273! Grab your fishing pole and join us for an afternoon
of fun! We’ll provide the bait.
Date: Sunday, May 4th
Time: 2:00 – 4:00 PM
Location: Bob Lewandowski Park, 534 S. Prairie St, Mundelein
RSVP: Please let us know you are coming (Cub Scout Fishing) so we have enough bait for everyone.
This event is open to incoming kindergarteners (fall 2025) through 5th graders and their families.
Questions? Email: committee.chair@pack273vh.org
Hawthorn's Key to 73 Educational Foundation Relaunch 🚀
Let us reintroduce ourselves!
As the official nonprofit partner of Hawthorn District 73, the Key to 73's mission is to advocate for and fund initiatives that empower every student to succeed, every day.
With the support of the Hawthorn community, the foundation helps provide resources to help students stay healthy, safe, engaged, supported, and challenged. Whether through donations, sponsorships, or volunteering, your involvement makes a meaningful difference.
Visit the Newly Relaunched Key to 73 Website!
Join Us 'FORE' a Day of Golf & Giving!
Tee up for a great cause! Key to 73 and Hawthorn PTO are hosting the Annual Hawthorn D73 Golf Outing on June 6 at White Deer Run Golf Club, and we want YOU to join us for a day of golf, fun, and giving back!
Your participation helps fund vital programs like the Back-to-School Supply Drive, Coat Drive, Food Pantry, Holiday Gift Drive, Student Grants, and more—supporting students and families in our Hawthorn District 73 community.
We can't wait to see you on the course! This annual event unites our community for a day of golf, fun, and fundraising—all in support of Hawthorn students and staff! 100% of proceeds go directly toward ready-to-learn initiatives.
Let’s drive change FORE our schools and students! ⛳💙