D65 Sustainability: Sept 26
Many thanks to everyone who came out to the North Shore Century Ride on September 20th, rode, fundraised, donated, spread the word, or otherwise helped bring our D65 Climate Cycle campaign to the North Shore Century!
Unfortunately, the weather didn't cooperate with rain pretty much all day. Some of our crew braved the rain and got out there, while many of us understandably decided to sit this one out. Joey Feinstein's family made it to the event and had a great time, but with the kids in tow—and their 4-year old riding on the back rather than pedaling—they decided the rainy ride wasn't in the cards.
While the North Shore Century Ride may be behind us, this campaign is still climbing. We've now raised over $17,000 toward our $20K goal!
So let's keep rolling. If you're fundraising, this is a great time to share an update from the weekend, circle back with anyone who hasn't responded, or make another round of asks. We're now less than $3K from the finish line.
Many thanks for everything you've done to build this campaign and get us this far. Rain or shine, it's been pretty awesome to see the momentum that's emerged. Let's get to $20K!
Questions? Reach out to joey@climatecycle.org.
Please update your school's contact information for the 26-27 school year, including:
- Climate Action Team Chair(s)
- School Garden Team Chair(s)
- Climate Club
- School PTA and Newsletter emails
Registration is now open for the 2026–27 Illinois Green Schools Project, a program that helps schools lead hands-on sustainability projects with students and staff. Schools are paired with a sustainability mentor, receive resources and support, and can apply for up to $1,000 in mini-grant funding. Watch this video to learn more about the program and register by October 9!
The Evanston Community Fridges are looking for community members to help shop for, clean, and deliver food for the three community fridges in Evanston. Evanston’s three community fridges provide free food and toiletries to any community member, anytime. To read about the donation guidelines and fridge locations, please visit https://www.evanstoncommunityfridges.com. To learn how to get more involved, please email evanstoncommunityfridge@gmail.com.
ESCCA, the Evanston School Children’s Clothing Association, is hard at work fulfilling its historic mission - to make sure no Evanston child misses school for lack of warm clothing or shoes. ESCCA opened its doors to District 65 children just before the start of the school year so they could visit our store and choose warm clothing, coats, shoes, boots, socks, undergarments, and more. ESCCA has received over 150 referrals so far this school year.
There are many ways to get involved with ESCCA:
Consider purchasing something from our Amazon Wishlist which we continue to update with the items we need most. Click HERE!
Contribute financially to ESCCA to help us purchase clothing for the shop. Click HERE!
Drop off warm clothing in The Clothing Bin - located at 1500 McDaniel Drive (behind the D65 Building)
Batteries, especially lithium-ion and rechargeable chemistries, pose fire and environmental risks if tossed in the trash or recycle bin.
Now, through a new stewardship program in Illinois, household batteries, of all chemistries, can be dropped off, FREE of charge, at a local collection site!
Visit batterynetwork.org for more information and to find a drop-off location near you! With any new program, please allow for growth. Call before drop-off to ensure the facility is ready for collection.
