Merel Family Law Partners with Sarah's Circle to Support Unhoused Women Through Winter and Hygiene Kits

Merel Family Law continued its annual holiday tradition of supporting local charities by partnering with Sarah's Circle this year, a Chicago-based nonprofit that provides housing, support services, and resources to unhoused women throughout the city. The firm's team purchased materials and assembled Winter Kits and Hygiene Kits inside their office, creating an assembly-line process to efficiently package cold-weather essentials, toiletries, and personal care items specifically for women experiencing homelessness during the challenging winter months.

Sarah's Circle addresses the unique challenges faced by unhoused women through gender-sensitive, trauma-informed services designed specifically for women, recognizing that women often become homeless for different reasons than men. Their work plays a key role in helping some of Chicago's most vulnerable women rebuild their lives. The organization's approach acknowledges that many women across Chicago grapple with financial instability, limited resources, and unsafe conditions, particularly during winter when temperatures drop and resources become scarcer.

The hands-on project allowed Merel Family Law's attorneys and staff to provide practical, immediate help during one of the most difficult seasons of the year. By volunteering and preparing kits that offer warmth, comfort, and basic necessities, the firm sought to make a meaningful contribution to the women who turn to Sarah's Circle for assistance. This initiative demonstrates how community support can provide tangible relief to those facing housing insecurity and resource limitations.

Merel Family Law's holiday giving tradition reflects its long-standing commitment to the community and aligns with the compassionate approach they bring to their family law practice. Through their legal work, they meet and advocate for people going through difficult life chapters, and their community involvement extends this supportive approach beyond their client relationships. Supporting a different charity each year reinforces the firm's people-first values and commitment to uplifting local families through various means.

The firm plans to continue expanding its community involvement initiatives and looks forward to identifying additional organizations that align with its mission. This ongoing commitment to charitable work highlights how professional organizations can play significant roles in addressing community needs beyond their primary business functions. The collaboration between Merel Family Law and Sarah's Circle serves as a model for how targeted, seasonal support can make substantial differences in the lives of vulnerable populations during critical times of need.