Our Impact
“Community” is a beautiful gift from God, and we each play a role in making it better.
Natalie's Story
They fled Ukraine with 5 children ages 10 and under (and she was 9 months pregnant with baby #6). Their van was a bombing target as they crossed the country to escape. Now she serves as Radical Love’s Outreach Coordinator, helping new neighbors from Ukraine and Russia become part of our community.
Out of a Refugee Camp in Thailand
Our neighbors Perkaw and ChiChi’s journey from a refugee camp in Thailand to Aurora, IL and how Radical Love has played a role.
Stories of Impact
Finding Joy Amidst Tragedy & Sorrow
Her granddaughter died from complications of a brain bleed. Just days later, Helen was at her volunteer post for Radical Love. July 7, 2021: Natalie was
A Journey of 3,000 Miles
When you know someone by name, everything changes. Meet Etni & Reinaldo and their three daughters The economic collapse of Venezuela made it too difficult
Encountering Faith
A single mom from Ecuador recently arrived and was struggling. We wanted to meet her and share about our programs, and with only an address,
Born in refugee camps and winning the title: CHAMPIONS!
Boys’ volleyball became an official school sport at 6 middle schools in the Fox Valley this spring. Games began in mid-April, and it quickly became
The Impossible Is Possible
This is our neighbor Ler Htoo. She grew up in a refugee camp in Thailand; she is of the Karen ethnic group – persecuted by
A Guitar for Janna
Janna was just 10 years old when war broke out in Ukraine. Her school closed, bomb sirens went off constantly, and ultimately her family fled
1 Year Captured in 3 Minutes
15,000 lives touched in our first year! People are coming together with RADICAL LOVE. Many different nations, ages, backgrounds, and perspectives – all working together to love and help one another.
Community Christmas 2022 Recap
Over 500 neighbors came together this Christmas; resettled refugee neighbors, senior citizens and partner families. Together we spent time, ate and enjoyed a Christmas Symphony.
Community Christmas 2021 Recap
December 2021
Friendship & Learning Program
August 2021
Loving Our Neighbors with Our Children
February 2021
When we lean in and help one another, we begin to see our shared humanity. When we love others, we see a window into a greater love – the radical love that Jesus has for each one of us.
