All Chicago

08/13/2024

Be a part of the solution: Become a Sponsor for Breakfast with All Chicago!

At All Chicago, we are dedicated to addressing homelessness in our community. By becoming a sponsor for our annual event, Breakfast with All Chicago, you can make a direct impact on thousands of lives.

This event brings together community leaders, advocates, and changemakers to support our mission to end homelessness and build a stronger, more compassionate community.

Make a difference. Be a Sponsor.

Learn more and join us: allchicago.org/BWAC2024

08/07/2024

We are thrilled to announce that Devereaux Peters, a two-time WNBA champion and real estate developer who focuses on low-income housing and commercial development, will be the keynote speaker at Breakfast with All Chicago 2024.

Learn more about Devereaux & Breakfast with All Chicago here: allchicago.org/BWAC2024

07/29/2024

With severe storms, heat, and humidity expected this week, OEMC and City departments have shared crucial resources available in a heat emergency to help alleviate the impact.

Call 3-1-1 for the most up-to-date information and to find your nearest center.

The heat index this week is no joke! Chicago's cooling centers will be open all week - to find the location nearest you just call 3-1-1.

07/24/2024

✨ Individual Tickets On Sale Now! ✨

Join us for our annual Breakfast with All Chicago on Thursday, October 10, 2024.

Don't miss out – a limited number of individual tickets are now available!

Enjoy a delightful breakfast, connect with fellow supporters, and hear powerful stories of how we are making a difference together. Your presence and generosity are crucial in helping us continue our mission to end homelessness and build a stronger, more compassionate community.

Secure your ticket today and be a part of this impactful event!

07/19/2024

What an incredible day! We are thrilled to announce that, thanks to our dedicated partners, donors, and supporters, we have surpassed our $100,000 goal for the inaugural Hope for Homes Day!

A special thank you to La Casa Norte for leading this initiative and uniting nonprofits to raise awareness and funds to prevent and end homelessness in our communities.

Exciting news: There's still time to give! The donation portal remains open, and you can still contribute to this vital cause. Let's continue making a difference together!

Donate Here --> https://www.hopeforhomesday.org/organizations/all-chicago-making-homelessness-history

07/18/2024

🌟 Halfway Through Hope for Homes Day! 🌟

We are thrilled to share that we're just over halfway to our goal of raising $100,000 statewide! Thank you to everyone who has donated so far.

But we still need your help! Check out our video to learn more about who All Chicago is and how we help prevent and end homelessness in our community.

How you can help:
1️⃣ Donate Now: Visit https://www.hopeforhomesday.org/organizations/all-chicago-making-homelessness-history to make a contribution.
2️⃣ Spread the Word: Share this post with your friends and family.
3️⃣ Follow Us: Stay updated by following us on social media.

Together, we can reach our goal and make a significant impact. Thank you for your support! 💙

07/18/2024

🌟 Today is the day! 🌟

It's , and we need your support to help All Chicago make a significant impact in the fight against homelessness. Join us and be a part of this statewide day of giving dedicated to ensuring everyone has a safe, stable place to call home.

Here's how you can help:
1️⃣ Donate: Visit https://www.hopeforhomesday.org/ and make a contribution to All Chicago.
2️⃣ Spread the Word: Share this post, tell your friends and family, and use the hashtag .

Every donation, no matter the size, brings us one step closer to ending homelessness in Illinois. Thank you for your support and generosity!

Together, we can make a difference. 💙

07/17/2024

Hope for Homes Day is almost here! Hear what our community partners have to say about the importance behind this day of giving.

07/15/2024

is this Thursday! We are thrilled to partner with nonprofits across Illinois to raise awareness and funds to help prevent and end homelessness in our communities.

A special thank you to La Casa Norte for spearheading this important initiative.

Thank you so much to for hosting a press conference for ! It was so good to hear from other nonprofit leaders and from elected officials like about our shared goal for this initiative: to fuel housing providers and generate support for affordable housing in our communities.

Be part of this day of generosity by spreading the word or giving at hopeforhomesday.org!

07/11/2024

This week, our President and CEO, Carolyn Ross, participated in the National Alliance to End Homelessness's Capitol Hill Day. This event is a vital opportunity to urge legislators to support efforts to prevent and end homelessness.

We're committed to advocating for impactful policies and resources that will make a difference in the lives of those experiencing homelessness. Together, we can make lasting change and ensure everyone has a place to call home.

07/11/2024

⏰ Hope for Homes Day is just one week away! ⏰

On July 18, join us for a statewide day of giving dedicated to ending homelessness in Illinois. You can be a champion of hope for All Chicago and make a lasting impact in four simple ways:

1️⃣ Donate early: Make an early contribution to our campaign starting today! This will help us build momentum and make a greater impact on Hope for Homes Day on July 18.

2️⃣ Become an ambassador for All Chicago: Sign up at https://www.hopeforhomesday.org/fundraisers, select All Chicago, and create a fundraising profile.

3️⃣ Share and spread the word: Visit https://allchicago.org/hope-for-homes-day-2024/ for messaging templates for emails and social media accounts.

4️⃣ Share on social media: Use the hashtag and tag All Chicago to raise awareness.

Together, we can create a future where everyone has a place to call home. Thank you for your support!

07/02/2024

Every year, we gather to honor our collective achievements and renew our commitment to a future where everyone has a place to call home. Mark your calendar for Thursday, October 10, 2024, as we gather for this inspiring event.

Enjoy a delightful breakfast, connect with fellow supporters, and hear powerful stories of how we are making a difference together. Your presence and generosity help ensure that we can continue our mission to end homelessness and build a stronger, more compassionate community.

Learn more: allchicago.org/bwac2024

07/02/2024

We are proud to partner with Of Color, Inc. on the new Employment and Income Program for Homeless Adults alongside the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the Illinois Department of Human Services!

Exciting News! Of Color Inc. is launching the Employment and Income Program for Homeless Adults! This initiative, in partnership with All Chicago, HUD, and the Department of Human Services, is designed to help unhoused adults secure permanent employment and achieve stability.

Our goals:
🔗 Strengthen Connections: Bridge the gap between the workforce and homeless systems.
💼 Increase Income: Boost income opportunities for those navigating homelessness.
🏠 Leverage Housing: Utilize housing resources to combat unsheltered homelessness.

A huge thank you to All Chicago for their support in making this possible. Together, we’re building sustainable pathways out of homelessness and fostering a stronger, more inclusive community. Learn more at: https://www.ofcolorinc.org/programs/employment-income-program-for-homeless-adults

07/02/2024

Last week, our President and CEO, Carolyn Ross, was honored to attend a two-day session with city representatives to share our progress on the Unsheltered Initiative and ALL Inside. Thank you to the SAMHSA for bringing together leaders and hosting the event!

City Officials in attendance:
- Kimberly Howard, Chicago Department of Family and Support Services
- Matt Richards, LCSW, Chicago Department of Public Health
- Gabriella Nelson, Chicago Department of Housing
- Michele Smith, Chicago Lead, ALL Inside Initiative, and U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Field Office Director

06/28/2024

There are many ways we can help people experiencing homelessness. Fining or jailing those who sleep outside is not one of them.

Washington, D.C., June 28, 2024 — The National Alliance to End Homelessness today condemned the Supreme Court’s ruling in the case of City of Grants Pass, Oregon v. Johnson. Under the ruling, localities will be able to arrest, ticket, and […]

06/25/2024

Join us on July 18 for Hope for Homes Day! 🏡

All Chicago is joining the inaugural Hope for Homes Day, a statewide day of giving dedicated to ending homelessness. You can be part of this impactful day by becoming an Ambassador for All Chicago and sharing Hope for Homes Day with your network.

How to Get Involved:
1. Click the link below.
2. Select "Advocate."
3. Set up your account.

🔗 Visit Our Campaign Profile to Get Started: https://bit.ly/45JP6Vx

✨Thanks to the Chicago Community Trust and Knight Family Foundation, every dollar you help raise may be matched, doubling your impact!

Together, we can make a difference! Thank you for your support!

06/21/2024

📅 Save the Date: Hope for Homes | July 18! 🏠

We're excited to announce that on July 18, All Chicago will be participating in , an inaugural statewide day of giving dedicated to addressing homelessness. This is a unique opportunity to significantly impact and support our mission to prevent and end homelessness.

We are proud to partner with Casa Norte and other Illinois-based housing-focused nonprofits in this vital cause. Stay tuned for more information on getting involved and being a part of the solution!

06/20/2024

At a luncheon marking their 30th anniversary, The Boulevard of Chicago recognized the tireless service of Nancy Hanson, one of the co-founders of The Boulevard, by establishing an award in her name. We know how deserving Nancy is of this recognition because she also serves on our board.

06/19/2024

✨ Honoring Juneteenth ✨

In recognition of Juneteenth, our offices will be closed today. We commemorate this important day and celebrate the freedom, resilience, and contributions of the Black community.

Regular business hours will resume tomorrow. Thank you for your understanding, and join us in honoring this significant holiday. 🖤❤️💚

06/18/2024

We're proud to work with such amazing and dedicated government partners from the City of Chicago in our efforts to prevent and end homelessness in Chicago.

06/17/2024

There's still time to register for our monthly Peer-to-Peer Sharing Group. Join us THIS THURSDAY to hear from the Chicago Rents team as they share their expertise and practices when identifying and partnering with Landlords.

Register Here: https://bit.ly/3LuQZMO.

06/17/2024

in a special FIRTHAND: Homeless community conversation on Saturday, June 29 at 1:00 PM. RSVP for this green event using the link below.

Join WTTW on Saturday, June 29 at 1:00 pm for a special FIRSTHAND: Homeless community conversation. A distinguished panel of experts, community leaders, and advocates will dissect the multifaceted dimensions of Black homelessness. RSVP to this free event at this link: to.wttw.com/4edhpja

06/17/2024

On June 6, The Boulevard of Chicago marked 30 years of service, and our President & CEO, Carolyn Ross, was honored to join them in marking the occasion. This team of heroes offers high-quality, cost-effective medical respite care, holistic support, and housing services to help ill and injured homeless adults break the cycle of homelessness, restore their health, and rebuild their lives. We are proud to call them our partners.

05/27/2024

Honoring Our Heroes this Memorial Day 🇺🇸

Today, we remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Our offices will be closed today in observance of Memorial Day. We will resume normal business hours tomorrow.

Let's take this time to reflect on their sacrifices and express our deepest gratitude.

05/20/2024

Join us for an essential training session on how to use Naloxone (Narcan), a lifesaving medication that can reverse opioid overdoses, including those from he**in, fentanyl, and prescription pain medications like Vicodin and Oxycodone.

In this training, you will learn:

✔️ Details of the 911 Good Samaritan Law & Naloxone Act
✔️ Signs and symptoms of opioid use and addiction
✔️ Effects of opioids on the brain and body
✔️ How to recognize when someone is overdosing
✔️ How to administer Naloxone to reverse an overdose
✔️ Support and resources available for individuals and their loved ones

Naloxone has been used in hospitals for decades, is easy to administer with basic training, and costs as little as one dollar per dose. According to the Illinois Overdose Prevention Act, any layperson can be trained to carry and use this medication, allowing you to make a difference in critical moments.

Don't miss this opportunity to gain invaluable skills and knowledge. Register here --> https://bit.ly/4apS4PL

05/07/2024

We look forward to working with Sendy Soto as she develops a five-year plan that will guide Chicago's work to prevent and end homelessness. Her leadership in this new role is an important step forward for the city.

Chicago-native Sendy L. Soto became the city’s first chief homelessness officer. Part of her new role will be to devise a five-year plan to end homelessness.

04/30/2024

Our President & CEO Carolyn Ross was honored to serve on the Racial Equity Roundtable on Black Homelessness, making recommendations to Gov Pritzker on how to address racial disparities in homelessness. Thank you to the UIC Institute for Research on Race and Public Policy for coordinating this project and convening the Roundtable for essential discussions.

New IRRPP Report is now available: Black Homelessness in Illinois: Structural Drivers of Inequality. Last year, the Illinois Office to Prevent and End Homelessness tasked IRRPP with investigating the structural factors driving racial disparities in rates of Black homelessness in Illinois. Our research was guided by a Racial Equity Roundtable on Black Homelessness composed of Black leaders and experts from around the state supporting the homeless population. The report outlines how structural factors such as a lack of affordable housing, evictions, incarceration, unemployment, healthcare access, and aging out of foster care often push Black residents in Illinois toward homelessness. Read the full report here. https://ow.ly/yTeN50RsBk6

Thank you, partners/collaborators.
Governor JB Pritzker
Illinois Department of Human Services
National Health Care for the Homeless Council
All Chicago
Chicago Housing Authority
Wieboldt Foundation
Pride Action Tank
Project NOW, Inc.
CSH
City of Peoria Illinois - Government
Chicago Public Library
Catholic Urban Programs
Enterprise Community Partners

04/26/2024

In Illinois, Black residents are eight times more likely to be homeless than white residents. On Thursday, Governor JB Pritzker announced the release of a report on racial disparities in homelessness. The report, produced by The UIC Institute for Research on Race and Public Policy (IRRPP), analyzes causes for this disparity and suggests actions that the state can take.

IRRPP worked in close coordination with a Racial Equity Roundtable on Black Homelessness, composed of Black leaders and experts from around the state doing work to support the homeless population in Illinois. All Chicago President & CEO Carolyn K. Ross was honored to serve on the Roundtable.

Watch press conference --> https://fb.watch/rHwHO4SyCe/

04/25/2024

Earlier this month, our Director of Coordinated Entry, Laura Bass, shared her expertise at a panel discussion hosted by the National Alliance to End Homelessness on "Coordinated Entry: Best Practices in Centering Equity and Ensuring Effectiveness."

Gain valuable insights into advancing equity and effectiveness in homeless services by watching the recording here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZtqCtaoJqHw

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