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Addressing Homelessness, Providing Shelter, Accepting People, Finding Home. http://ccolife.org/donate FUNDING IN PART BY:

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Brief History-
Cornerstone began as a small group effort in 1989, with a few people working to meet the needs of their neighbors. At that time, women with children were becoming the new faces of homelessness in America. CCO felt drawn to meet this need to serve and shelter women with children. Over the following 20 years our programs have expanded to serve around 500 men, women, and children daily

. As a result, hundreds of singles and families are given an opportunity to reclaim their lives from the devastating effects of poverty and homelessness. Loss of job, lack of resources, health problems, and addictions are some of the causes of homelessness for our residents. But no matter their background or situation, all of our residents have come to Cornerstone seeking help. Our goal is to meet them where they are at and help them begin building a new life, one step at a time. of Housing and Urban Development, CSBG, Chicago Dept. of Family Support Services,
Illinois State Board of Education,
and our wonderful donors.

11/22/2024

"We never had a Christmas like this! We were so happy with the gifts!"
- Vanessa, wife & mother at the family shelter
In the face of homelessness, a holiday and presents can seem small. The words of Vanessa remind us that seemingly little things have lasting value. We want guests to know they are valued enough to be remembered and given gifts.
Click the link below to read the CCO Christmas Letter!
https://ccolife.org/cco-christmas-letter/

11/21/2024

You're invited to the Holiday Cookie Swap, hosted by the Chicago's Best Baker Contest on Saturday, December 7, from 1-3 p.m. in the Wilson Abbey! This is not a competition. To participate in the Swap, bring cookies to trade and donate $20 to Cornerstone Community Outreach. All funds raised will support shelter and services at CCO. Click the link below to learn more!
https://chicagosbestbaker.com/cookie-swap

11/20/2024

The U.S. is the wealthiest nation in the world, but 37 million Americans are at risk of suffering from hunger, and more than 500,000 Americans are homeless on a typical night. Just $26 covers the cost of safe shelter, nutritious meals, and supportive services for one person at CCO for 24 hours. Will you join in allowing families and single adults to overcome poverty? Click the link below to visit the CCO Donation Page.
https://ccolife.org/cco-donations/

11/19/2024

At CCO, we believe that sufficient food and safe, warm housing is a human right! We want to acknowledge Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week. This annual week hopes to encourage compassionate people worldwide to act by volunteering, donating, or raising awareness about food insecurity and homelessness. Click the link below to visit the CCO Volunteer Page.
https://ccolife.org/volunteer-at-cco/

11/15/2024

Good news, Bitcoin has hit an all time high this week!

As you think about your year-end giving, donating crypto can be a great way to maximize the impact of this historic rise.

One can provide over 1700 nights of supportive housing.

That includes their place to stay, three meals per day, individualized Casemanagement, and an array of other support.

53 Bitcoin will provide the budget for our entire year!

Cornerstone accepts crypto and stock

https://ccolife.org/donatecrypto/

11/12/2024

You're invited to the Holiday Cookie Swap, hosted by the Chicago's Best Baker Contest on Saturday, December 7, from 1-3 p.m. in the Wilson Abbey! This is not a competition. To participate, bring cookies to trade and donate $20 to Cornerstone Community Outreach. All funds raised will support shelter and services at CCO. Click the link below to learn more!
https://chicagosbestbaker.com/cookie-swap

11/11/2024

Our human compassion binds us the one to the other - not in pity or patronizingly, but as human beings who have learned how to turn our common suffering into hope for the future.

-Nelson Mandela

10/22/2024

-Run the 2025 Bank of America Chicago Marathon with Team CCO-

Applications for the 2025 Chicago Marthon have just opened and we have Charity Guaranteed Entries!

Each year runners challenge themselves to achieve their marathon, and bring others along in support of them and their passion!

As a Team CCO charity runner, you make it possible to help a family end their cycle of homelessness.

Find out more at at:

Team CCO is the charity fitness team for Cornerstone Community Outreach, a Chicago based social service agency that provides shelter to families and individuals experiencing homelessness, over 250 people each night!Our fundraising goal will provide 1,500 nights of shelter for people...

10/17/2024

It's not too late to help Team CCO reach its fundraising goal for 2024! Click the link below to give to the team who goes the extra mile for shelter!
https://fundraisers.hakuapp.com/teams/cornerstone-community-outreach-9?partner=447f1f15cf61e1d4717b&fbclid=IwY2xjawF70nRleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHfs-Zue8WFGuFLqnkyupNYLYkIDM_2VBm0BmJL7k9pBthCxikTlVeDVJOQ_aem_57p0AzLliJ2-FsViAqBIiQ

10/16/2024

Congratulations to the outstanding runners of Team CCO in finishing the 2024 of America Chicago Marathon! The team has gone the distance for shelter residents and has raised nearly $20,000! Thank you!

10/12/2024

One day until the Bank of America Chicago Marathon! Show your support to members of Team CCO, who have been training and fundraising for the big day. Click the link below to help them make it to the finish line for CCO shelter guests!

https://fundraisers.hakuapp.com/teams/cornerstone-community-outreach-9?partner=447f1f15cf61e1d4717b

10/11/2024

Sign up for the CCO email newsletter and stay up to date on stories, news, and upcoming events! Click the link below to sign up today!
https://ccolife.org/email-sign-up/

10/10/2024

Every person at CCO has a case manager who helps refer, advocate, and connect guests with supportive services tailored to their needs. For a family, this may include prenatal care, school admission, after-school tutoring, reestablishing missing ID, referrals to job training, advocating for income, doctor appointments, referrals to counseling support, transportation help, and visits to the Free Store for clothing and shoes. CCO offers comprehensive care to guests and their children. Consider joining us in this important work. Click the link below to donate today!
https://ccolife.org/cco-donations/

10/10/2024

10/09/2024

Make Christmas memories for CCO shelter guests! Use the QR codes in the image to buy Christmas gifts for adults and children at CCO this Holiday Season. Happy Shopping!

10/08/2024

For over 30 years, CCO has been accepting people into safe refuge. Consider making a donation that will ensure shelter and personalized care for vulnerable Chicagoans. Click the link below to give today!
https://ccolife.org/cco-donations/

10/07/2024

Happy Grandparents Day! Did you know that grandparents with grandchildren find refuge at CCO? Parents may not be able to raise their children for a variety of reasons. CCO welcomes grandparents who are the primary caregivers of their grandchildren. Today and every day, we honor the love and care you give to your grandchildren. Thank you for all you do!

10/06/2024

You won't want to miss the 2024 Holiday Cookie Swap! It's a sweet little fundraiser brought to you by the creators of Chicago's Best Baker Contest. Click the link below to learn more.
https://chicagosbestbaker.com/cookie-swap

Address

4615 N Clifton Avenue
Chicago, IL
60640

Website

http://www.ccolife.org/, https://ccolife.org/donatecrypto/

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This week we welcomed our friends from Missio Dei Uptown for a special lunch shared with our single men and staff! So often volunteers want to engage with families with children but our single adults need are and connection too! Interested in providing a meal? Email our events coordinator at [email protected] No time to cook? Donate to sponsor a meal on our website at www.ccolife.org #messiodeichicago #ccolife #donate #chicagohomeless #volunteer #uptownchicago

Throwing it back to last month's Women's History Month Donation Drive by Ardagh Group. Between wish list items and an in office donation drop-off they collected over 600 much needed items including toiletries, housewares and clothing! Thank you so much Ardagh Group! #ardaghgroup #donationdrive #womenshistorymonth #ccolife #chicagohomeless #throwbackthursday

Our friends at Inspired By Favor recently rolled in a for a service day in our FREE thrift store for shelter guests. We had so much fun and completed weeks worth of projects in just a few short hours! For more information about volunteering opportunities for groups or individuals visit www.ccolife.org/volunteer-at-cco today! #inspiredbyfavor #ccolife #volunteer #uptownchicago #uptownproud #chicagohomeless #chicagononprofit

The Easter Bunny just delivered baskets to every child and snack bags for every adult! Thank you to generous donors like YOU for helping us create these special moments for families experiencing homelessness. Learn more about how you can get involved in projects like these at www.ccolife.org #happyeaster #ccolife #uptownchicago #chicagohomeless #helpingpeoplefindhome

A special THANK YOU to 46th Ward Democrats - Sean Tenner, Committeeman and Junior League of Chicago for sponsoring a special Valentine's Day dinner, decorations and treats yesterday for Cornerstone Community Outreach guests! Interested in sponsoring a special meal or holiday party? Email [email protected] today or go to our website at www.ccolife.org #donate #sponsorships #46thwarddemocrates #juniorleaguechicago #ccolife #uptownchicago

Throwing it back to last month when our friends at 200 West Madison hosted a toy donation drive for kids experiencing homelessness. Thank you to residents and staff for helping us create meaningful memories for families this holiday season! #ccolife #donate #toydrive #thankyou #chicagohomeless #uptownchicago

Wishing you and yours all the best in this new year from the staff here at Cornerstone Community Outreach! #ccolife #uptownchicago #happynewyear

Thank you to all the donors, volunteers, and staff who worked around the clock to help us make this Christmas season special for Chicago families experiencing homelessness! Merry Christmas from the staff here at Cornerstone Community Outreach . 🎄❤️🎁

We are so grateful for the continued support of Baird & Warner - Edgebrook, Baird & Warner - Lincoln Park, Baird & Warner - North Center, and Baird & Warner - Gold Coast locations! Last week Cornerstone Community Outreach was invited to the Edgebrook location to share about our mission and collect a car load of warm winter clothing. Thank you so much! #bairdandwarner #ccolife #donationdrive #chicago

Just how much can we fit in a Cornerstone Community Outreach mini van?! Bargain hunting sisters Bonnie and Mary, as well as the generous congregation at Northbrook Covenant Church , sure know how to keep us on our toes. This last pick-up was full of much needed towels, shower shoes, and winter clothing donations. Thank you so much for your continued support over the years! #ccolife #donate #chicagononprofit

This past weekend our friends at Chicago's Best Baker Contest hosted a cookie swap with 100% of the proceeds donated to support our work serving Chicago's most vulnerable here at Cornerstone Community Outreach 30 bakers registered and swapped over 1,400 cookies in just under 2 hours! Hope to see you there next year Chicago. #chicagosbestbakercontest #chicagosbestbaker #ccolife #fundraiser #cookieswap #uptownchicago

Help us provide necessary supportive services with a financial gift this Giving Tuesday! Give securely online at www.ccolife.org , donate crypto currency, host an online fundraiser on social media, or send a check/money order. #givingtuesday #ccolife #donate #volunteer #taxdeductiblegift #chicagononprofit #homelessshelter #homelessness #giveback