Category Archives: Philanthropy

It Takes A Village

Posted on October 12, 2017 by Ellen Ross

Back in 1985 I got a phone call (remember those?) from Lili Ann Zisook. “We’re putting together a fund in memory of Lynn.  How would you like to be publicity chairman?” I hadn’t had the privilege of knowing Lynn Sage … Continue reading →

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Light The Candles

Posted on September 17, 2017 by Ellen Ross

Well, Dear Readers, it’s great to be back.  I have been recuperating from a nasty little operation on my… none of your beeswax. My hideous internal abscess of March returned with a vengeance and surgical intervention was necessary to get … Continue reading →

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Bowled Over

Posted on April 28, 2016 by Ellen Ross

I know I’ve mentioned this before but it bears repeating. I have NO artistic talent whatsoever.  When it comes to drawing, painting, sculpting or throwing a pot, you’ll have to excuse me. I STINK at any form of arts and … Continue reading →

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Posted in Art, Chicago, Lillstreet, Philanthropy | 6 Comments

8, 27, 34, 4, 19, and the Powerball is 10!

Posted on January 14, 2016 by Ellen Ross

As Sophie Tucker famously said, “I’ve been rich and I’ve been poor.  Rich is better.” And by the time you read this, the suspense might be over.  As of eleven p.m. yesterday, it looks like some lucky SOB in Chino Hills, California might … Continue reading →

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Do Unto Others

Posted on April 23, 2015 by Ellen Ross

Photograph: courtesy of Fred Nachman Author’s Note:  If you only read one post of mine this year, please let it be this one.  Thank you. In case you aren’t familiar with this venerable Chicago landmark, this is the Fourth Presbyterian … Continue reading →

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