Giving Back - CTS Cares
Over the years, we have been honored to be able to support several non-profit organizations by serving on the board of directors, volunteering at special events, providing website design, maintenance and hosting services. We also provide matching funds to the organizations our employees support. These organizations include:
The B2B Foundation – Beat Tom and Bill – Beat Cancer
The B2B Foundation’s mission is to award financial assistance as well as provide emotional support to individuals from the Chicagoland area who experience hardships due to cancer or a cancer-related illness.
Chicago Lights
Chicago Lights is the nonprofit at Fourth Presbyterian Church serving Chicago. Their programs grew from the church’s commitment to social justice and compassionate service, beginning with the founding of the Tutoring program in 1964. Their mission is to partner with youth and adults to build brighter futures through supportive relationships and life-changing programs.
Coulee Region Humane Society
The Coulee Region Humane Society promotes the humane treatment of all animals and fosters positive human – animal relations. This mission embodies their aim to meet and exceed the highest standards of care for all animals, including pets and wildlife. It encompasses the goal of continuing and enhancing their status as a valued community resource and go-to destination to learn about animal welfare and ethical treatment. Their mission also honors the mutually beneficial relationship between people and their pets.
Elmbrook Humane Society
Elmbrook Humane Society (EBHS) was established in 1964 by a group of humble people who teamed up and picked up stray animals which they all soon adopted. Their efforts grew as years passed along with the number of animals in their care. Their mission is to provide shelter for homeless animals, promote the human animal bond, and prevent animal cruelty and neglect. EBHS is a no-kill organization.
Facing Forward to End Homelessness
Facing Forward’s mission is to help end homelessness in Chicago! Facing Forward to End Homelessness provides Chicagoans with stable housing, support services, and resources to build stability, improve health, and increase access to empowering opportunities.
Humane Animal Welfare Society
Humane Animal Welfare Society (HAWS) is an open-admission, no-kill shelter dedicated to strengthening the relationship between animals and humans through adoptions and education – making a more compassionate community possible. Their mission is to lead the community in animal welfare and assure sanctuary for animals in need. To that end, they envision a community where all animals are treated with compassion, dignity, and respect. They invite the public to join them in their cause to spread humane sentiments throughout the community for the betterment of animals and people alike. Incorporated in 1965, HAWS has grown along with their community, evolving into a vibrant organization and a lively facility that is the #1 resource for pets and their people.
Jack H. Marston II Melanoma Fund
The Jack H. Marston II Melanoma Fund was established in July 2004 when melanoma took the life of Jack H. Marston, II at the age of 47. They envision a world where every adult and child are aware of the risks of melanoma and takes preventative measures; where those who suffer from melanoma receive comfort and healing; and ultimately, where every case of melanoma will be completely curable. Their mission is to realize this vision by raising funds and providing programs to raise awareness, fund research and promote healing.
Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America – For Victory Junction
In 1995, NASCAR driver Kyle Petty combined his passion for helping others with his love of motorcycles to create the Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America. One of the most successful and popular charity events in the country, the annual motorcycle trek engages celebrities, Ride sponsors, motorcycle enthusiasts, fans and local communities to raise funds and awareness for Victory Junction. Victory Junction is a medically safe, yet exhilarating camp that challenges children with serious medical conditions to try things they never imagined possible. Located in Randleman, North Carolina, it exists to enrich the lives of children with chronic or life-threatening illnesses by creating memorable, fun, empowering, physically safe, and medically sound camping experiences. Since the Ride’s inception, 9,350 riders have logged more than 13.1 million cumulative motorcycle miles and raised more than $22 million for Victory Junction and other children’s charities.
Little City
Established in 1959, Little City was founded by a group of parents who dreamed of a revolutionary environment for their children who “experts” often said should be institutionalized. Today, Little City is a vital, vibrant community offering a comprehensive scope of services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Salvation Army
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
Still Loved
Still Loved was founded by Jenny Albers, a mom to two babies in heaven due to an ectopic pregnancy and a stillbirth. Through her experience with pregnancy and baby loss, she discovered the need for a community where parents can freely share their stories of loss and connect with other compassionate parents who are themselves familiar with the trenches of loss. Still Loved exists to amplify the voices of those who have lost babies in order to let the world know that even though our babies are gone, they are STILL LOVED.
Wildlife In Need Center
The Wildlife In Need Center (WINC) is dedicated to wildlife rehabilitation and environmental education. WINC rehabilitates injured and orphaned wildlife and releases healthy animals back into their natural habitat. WINC also delivers educational programming to area elementary schools and to residents of all ages including scout groups, civic groups, and senior citizens. The overall message of the programs is to encourage an understanding and appreciation of Wisconsin wildlife and to provide practical, real-life applications on the best way for humans to interact with wildlife.
WAICU – Wisconsin Association of Independent Colleges and Universities
The Wisconsin Association of Independent Colleges and Universities is the official organization of Wisconsin’s private, nonprofit colleges and universities. Their mission represents Wisconsin’s private, nonprofit colleges and universities working together for educational opportunity. They advance the interests and promote the development of independent colleges and universities in Wisconsin. They articulate the values and purposes of independent higher education and educate the public about our sector. They advocate equitable public policy affecting higher education in Wisconsin and nationally, and cost-effective allocation of public funds to assure freedom of choice for students in selecting an institution of higher education. They administer resource sharing, the exchange of information and scholarship, and mutual consultation and cooperation among the 22 independent colleges and universities in Wisconsin. They assist members in promoting access, affordability, and accountability. They advance private philanthropy in support of the mission, our members, and their more than 51,000 students.
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