How Senthil Is Paying it Forward For Future Financial Students
Senthil used his outstanding work ethic to secure a grant for Financial Careers Training through Grubhub.
Nick Malone
Feb 73 min read
Announcing Your 2024 Annual Report!
Thank you for celebrating Association House's 125-year legacy with us. Look back on 2024 by reading this year's annual report.
Juan Carlos Linares
Dec 7, 20241 min read
Family Literacy Program Expands to Include Workforce Trainees
Our onsite child care program is ready to welcome more little learners!
Nick Malone
Nov 20, 20242 min read
How Cecilio Cooked Up His Dream Job
Cecilio joined our Culinary class while working overnight in a warehouse. Now, he cooks in one of Chicago's finest kitchens.
Nick Malone
Nov 6, 20243 min read
How Our Tech Classes Make a More Inclusive Digital World
Equal access to technology and tech education can transform lives. Marlene and Shweta's stories prove it.
Nick Malone
Nov 4, 20243 min read
Meet Casey, Our Digital Navigator!
Casey came to the House as a NextJob participant. Now, he's teaching cohorts of his own!
Nick Malone
Nov 4, 20243 min read
How Shaquitta's Investment In Her Future Paid Off
Shaquitta came to Association House looking for a jumpstart to support her son. Six years later, her career is more than she ever imagined!
Nick Malone
Jul 15, 20242 min read
Workforce Development Programs Open Doors for Tomica
Tomica, a resilient single mother, always had the determination to succeed. Though her early life had its share of challenges, Tomica mainta
Maddie Starr
Dec 18, 20232 min read
Your 2023 Annual Report is Here!
Dear Friends, As we reflect on a year of resilience, resistance and reimagination, I am moved by the unwavering commitment of you - our...
Juan Carlos Linares
Dec 10, 20231 min read
How Chef Gets Inspired in the Kitchen and the Classroom
Introducing Association House's Culinary Program Facilitator, Chef Tenoch Ang! After many years of planning and strategizing, Association...
Development
Sep 27, 20232 min read
Starting Over
Four years ago, Renease never could have imagined her life as it is today. In 2019, Renease was diagnosed with cancer. Shortly afterward, sh
Abby Ellis
Aug 14, 20232 min read
Graduating into a New Future
Association House High School knows that not everyone’s journey is the same. A person will face challenges that will get in the way of...
Development
Jan 5, 20232 min read
Our 2022 Annual Report is Here!
Association House presents our 2022 Annual Report.
Juan Carlos Linares
Jan 1, 20231 min read
A Veteran’s Journey from Homelessness to Banking Professional
For several years, Deaunte and his family experienced prolonged housing insecurity. Finally, in 2016, there was hope.
Abby Ellis
Oct 25, 20222 min read
New Grant Partner Shows Up in a Big Way
Association House works to address real need in our community. Now, McDonald’s is right alongside us, with funding and a helping hand....
Development
Sep 26, 20222 min read
Staff Highlight: Sawyer Knibbe
Meet Sawyer, he's our supervisor for Workforce Development and oversees our programs. In honor of Financial Literacy Month, he shares his...
Shrina Patel
Apr 18, 20221 min read
Staff Highlight: Luz Hernandez
Luz is our Financial Careers Facilitator and part of our Workforce Development team. In honor of Financial Literacy Month, she shares her...
Shrina Patel
Apr 18, 20222 min read
Staff Highlight: Sherri Richardson
Sherri is our Financial Careers Facilitator and part of Association House's Workforce Development team. In honor of Financial Literacy...
Shrina Patel
Apr 14, 20221 min read
A Determined Mom’s Hope for a Better Future
Like so many Association House participants, nothing could stop #TechReady participant Matty from building a better future for her family.
Shrina Patel
Mar 22, 20223 min read
Staff Highlight: Hind Elbanna
Hind is our Technology Training instructor for our Tech#Ready program and part of Association House Workforce Development. Her favorite...
Shrina Patel
Mar 18, 20222 min read