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Give Items How You Can Help A gift in-kind is direct, tangible support for our participants. In July, we collect backpacks and supplies for school-age children; in November, toys and games for our kids; and throughout the year, we collect non-perishable food items for basic needs. There are many ways you can help us at the house. We need various items for our different departments and events. Take a look below to find the way you can best help give today. Toy Drive Tool Kit Toy Drive Tool Kit Utilize our toy drive tool kit to learn about the ways you can help kids smiles next holiday season and every year after. When you give a gift you ensure children and families have a cheerful Christmas. View our toy drive tool kits here . Food Pantry Items Many adults face food insecurity. To combat this, our food pantry offers a variety of goods from non-perishables, cooking essentials and even tasty treats. It is open to all our program participants and staff. View our list of items here . Back 2 School Items The annual Back to School Health Fair connects neighborhood families with everything they need to send their children back to school ready for success. From school supplies and local resources to vaccines and full physicals, this giant block party has something for everyone and truly brings the community together. View our list of Back 2 School items here . Contact If you are interested in setting up an in-kind drive with your personal network, or at your workplace, please email Drew Williams , Donor Experience Manager, to get started. Related Content Give Now Learn More Matching Gifts Learn More Shop Our Wishlists Learn More

Auxiliary Board Young Professionals. Extraordinary Impact. Together, Auxiliary Board members make a collective impact that changes the lives of those we serve. They volunteer, raise funds, and grow awareness in the wider community - all in support of the mission. How You Make Impact Our Auxiliary Board supports Association House's mission and community throughout the year. As a group they plan exciting fundraising events and give back through volunteering with our programs. ​ Hosts two fundraising/networking events a year! A Trivia Night in March. And our signature Summer Soiree in September. Gives back to our families and children in Child Welfare through toy drives and a gift-wrapping event in December. Gives back to our children during the back-to-school season through in-kind school supply drives and support at our August Back 2 School Fair. How You'll Benefit Serving on the Auxiliary Board is exceptionally rewarding and comes with real benefits for young professionals looking to grow your network, skills, and impact. ​ ​ Network with the Board of Directors and active business & civic leaders at events Professional develop in project management, networking, and marketing as you grow as a young professional Pathway for future leadership on Association House’s governing Board of Directors Contribute to the legacy one of the oldest nonprofit organizations in Chicago Meet The Auxiliary Board Your Responsibilities Auxiliary Board members advance the mission by fulfilling the following responsibilities: ​ Attend bi-monthly Auxiliary Board meetings Attend auxiliary fundraising and networking events Participate in volunteer opportunities Participate in committee work aligned to your interests and skills Make a personal commitment through a give/get requirement – of at least $250 Upcoming Events "To me, being a part of something bigger than me is so important and the House has helped me find that . Hearing personal stories is my favorite part of volunteering. It is great seeing individuals lift each other up and invest in themselves." - Rose, Auxiliary Board Member Join Us Young professionals are encouraged to express interest through the member application . If you have questions, please reach out to Drew, Donor Experience Manager at dwilliams@associationhouse.org. Related Content Auxiliary Board Members Learn More Auxiliary Board Application Learn More Impact Learn More

Anchor 1 Make a difference with a monthly gift. In celebration of Association House's 125th year, we are inviting 125 monthly donors to join our giving community. By joining, you honor Association House's "neighbor helping neighbor" model and help us get back to our historic roots. Each of you are a neighbor who values that their fellow neighbor has the tools they need to succeed. ​ Give Monthly Join Us! Your passion is clear: you want to make local impact. Every day. You want to inspire someone in the community to face their troubles. And win. For themselves, and for their families, communities, and society. Through monthly giving with the 'Good Deeds Society,' you provide reliable and sustainable support to the community Association House has served for over 125 years. ​ Give Monthly As a member of the Good Deeds Society, you can pick a giving level that works for you. 125th Anniversary Donation Founding Year Donation Cornerstone Donation $10.45 a month provides bus passes so our participants can reach Association House no matter where they are from. $18.99 a month provides emergency food packages and basic-care items for members of our community every week. $125 a month ensures an adult can access affirming care for their primary health, substance use, or counseling needs. “To so touch by deed or words the life of everyone who enters its doorway, so that each shall feel the power of a better life, and shall know their purpose.” Our founder Ellen Holt spoke these words well over a century ago, but today they live through you. And through your good deeds. Join the Good Deeds Society, and make your impact all year long. When you join the Good Deeds, Good Neighbors campaign, you will receive a welcome gift from our participant community! Become a member today. Give Monthly Related Programs Ways to Give Learn More Volunteer Learn More Events Learn More

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Intact Family Services How We Help Intact Family Services provides intensive services to keep families together and children safe. With the support of a case worker, families build a strength-based plan to stabilize their family over the course of six months. Our Approach We believe that every family is capable of positive change and believe in the right of every family to receive services that are non-judgmental, respectful, and professional. Our caseworkers work alongside our families to collaboratively find solutions that work. We respect all cultures and have one of the largest bilingual English/Spanish teams in Illinois. "The Intact program helped me so much with understanding a lot with my kids and helping with myself. My caseworker was the best. She helped me so much, always checked up on my kids and myself, and even helped my grandma. She always had an amazing vibe when she came by. We really appreciate her so much." - Program Participant Referrals All referrals for this program come from the Department of Children and Family Services. If you suspect a child is being abused or neglected, please call 800-25-ABUSE (800-252-2873). In 2021, 95% of families remained together and 100% of cases remained closed in the 12-months after exiting the program. Related Content Foster Care Learn More

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After School Programs Art Club Dontay Lockett The Art Program focuses on perfecting students craft around a variety of projects and freestyle days. We also watch anime to influence and inspire our projects. Club meets every Tuesday/Thursday at 3:30 pm and on Friday at 12:30 pm. Culinary Club Demia Fisher Culinary Club is a student-driven cooking apprenticeship provided to expose teens to a home and commercial kitchen environment. The students learn the art of food preparation, cooking techniques, and presentation. They get to plan, prepare, cook, and present a full course meal. Club meets every Tuesday and Wednesday from 3:45 pm to 6:15 pm. Meet The Teacher Gaming Club Jemina Lyle Do you like games? Well, this is the place for you! We play video games, board games, card games and whatever other games there are to play. Club meets every Monday and Wednesday from 3:30 pm - 6 pm. Organizer: Damian Arevalo Meet The Teacher Music Studio Demiyon Eastling The Music Studio is a music club where students get instructions on how to play instruments, use equipment and create good music. Our recording booth allows students to record their work and express themselves. Club meets every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 3:25 pm - 5 pm. FiTT Club Tiana Thomas Get FiTT is a club designed to teach students about health and fitness. We invited the students to try various types of workouts that include aerobics, yoga, and outdoor sports. Club meets every Monday and Wednesday from 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm. Meet The Teacher Nail Tech Club Jemina Lyle Students meet and work on both live and model hands on the proper techniques and practices of the nail industry. We have now partnered with a local small business owner to help mentor/coach students through the process of providing quality manicures with or without acrylic. Club meets every Monday and Thursday from 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm. Meet The Teacher After School Coordinator Meet David Stripinis ​ A longtime educator—and lifelong student—I am joining the AHHS team with the firm belief that learning extends beyond the walls of the classroom and takes root in the hearts and minds of the students themselves. I am incredibly excited about the work to do and honored to become part of a school that is so dedicated to its students. ​ Email: dstripinis@associationhouse.org Schedule: Monday to Friday from 9 am to 5 pm Related Content High School Staff Learn More Curriculum Learn More Mentoring Program Learn More Family Literacy Program Learn More

Partners At the Association House, we focus on each individual as a whole. Although our goal is to provide our community with all of the tools and resources for success, we can't possibly do it alone. Check out the list below of other trusted organizations in the area that may be able to help you find the answers to your questions. As always, our goal is to help YOU, in whatever ways possible. Housing Services ​ C​asa Central Humboldt Park - (773) 645 - 2300 ​ Chicago Dream Center ​ Humboldt Park - (773) 384 - 2200 ​ La Casa Norte Humboldt Park / Logan Square - (773) 276 - 4900 Food Insecurity ​ Breakthrough Humboldt Park / Garfield Park - (773) 772 - 1144 ​ Chicago Dream Center Humboldt Park - (773) 779 - 9023 ​ Chicago Hope Logan Square - (773) 499 - 9763 Health Services ​ Erie Family Health Center​ West Town** - (312) 666-3494 ​ Prime Care Health Centers​ Hermosa / Humboldt Park** - (773) 278-6868 ​ Mile Square Health Center Humboldt Park** - (312) 413-7425 ** Multiple locations Domestic Violence ​ Connections for Abused Women and their Children Humboldt Park - (773) 489-9081 ​ Center for Advancing Domestic Peace Douglas Park - (312) 265-0206 ​ Family Rescue Avalon Park / Jackson Park - (773) 375-1918 Legal Services ​ Chicago Volunteer Legal Services The Loop - (312) 332-1624 ​ Legal Aid Chicago The Loop - (312) 341-1070 ​ Chicago Bar Foundation The Loop - (312) 554-1204 GED & Adult Education ​ City Colleges of Chicago (Malcolm X) West Loop - (312) 850-7000 ​ Humboldt Park Vocational Education Center​ Humboldt Park - (773) 489-8989 ​ Richard J. Daley College -Arturo Velazquez Institute​ West Lawn - (773) 838-7500 ​

Will & Estate Gifts How You Can Help Leaving a gift in your will or through your estate plan is an incredibly meaningful way to leave a legacy of impact for those most vulnerable among us. It’s possible for anyone, no matter your estate size to leave a gift. There are also tangible benefits, such as reducing your estate tax or income tax for your heirs. The three easiest ways to make a legacy gift are through your: Will Life Insurance Retirement Plan Leaving a Legacy with Your Will A gift left in a will or estate plan is often called a bequest. With the help of an advisor, you can include language in your will or trust specifying a gift for Association House of Chicago. This could be a specific dollar amount, a percentage of your estate, or the balance or residue of your estate. You retain control of your assets during your lifetime and can change your mind or modify your gift if circumstances change. For recommended language, download our bequest language guide . Bequest gifts are fully deductible for federal estate tax purposes, and there is no limit on the deduction your estate can claim. Sample Language Leaving a Legacy with Your Life Insurance You can name Association House as a primary or contingent beneficiary of your life insurance policy. You retain control and can change your mind or modify your gift if circumstances change. This gift type is ideal for someone whose family no longer needs the protection offered by life insurance. Life insurance gifts pass to Association House free of federal estate tax. If you would like your gift designated for a specific use or for the endowment, please contact us to record your wishes. Leaving a Legacy with Your Retirement Plan You can name Association House as a beneficiary of your retirement plan through a simple beneficiary designation form filed with your plan holder. You retain control and can change your mind or modify your gift if circumstances change. IRA gifts are fully deductible for federal estate tax purposes and pass to Association House free of income tax. How It Works If you would like to plan a bequest to include Association House of Chicago, please notify us so we may recognize your thoughtful and generous intentions. Please email Lillian Bui , Director of Development, to notify us. Related Content Give Now Learn More Matching Gifts Learn More Shop Our Wishlists Learn More

Drop-In Center How We Help The Drop-in Center provides a safe and comfortable peer-led gathering place for adults in our mental health programs, and for those who are transitioning from life in a nursing facility to life in the community. This is a place free from stigma and judgment. Here, we build support and connection. What To Expect Group activities such as field trips to area attractions, walks in the park, family movie nights, and holiday celebrations. ​ Opportunities for personal growth through life skills groups, peer leadership, and meditation. ​ Drop-in access to the TV room, reading room, game room, arts, and computers. Program Hours Monday: 9am - 5pm Tuesday: 9am - 6pm Wednesday: 9am - 5pm Thursday: 9am - 7pm Friday: 9am - 5pm Saturday: Determined by Peer Council "We have participants who come to Drop-in Center every single day. Why? Because they're respected and treated with dignity. The staff respect them. The participants respect them. That's what we do here, and I just love it." - Maggie Hettman, Quality Administrator Eligibility & Enrollment Individuals must be enrolled in a referring Association House program. If you are interested in learning more, please contact us at 773-772-8009. 90% of participants increase their understanding of how to access and utilize community resources. Related Programs Psychosocial Rehabilitation Learn More Case Management Learn More Counseling Learn More

Events Find an event you love, and make an impact that lasts. Summer Soiree When: September 25, 2024, 6 PM - 8 PM​ ​ Where: El Cid, 2645 N Kedzie Ave ​ What: Join the Auxiliary Board for a night of networking, fundraising, music, and margs to support Association House's 30+ vital programs! Purchase Tickets Learn More about the Auxiliary Board Holiday Toy Drive When: Winter 2024 ​ What: Each year, to help out our Child Welfare Department, we host a toy drive to collect items for children in Foster Care. From baby toys, to books, to puzzles and games. Help us bring a smile to a child's face this holiday season. ​ Click "Learn More" to view our Holiday Smiles Toolkit and find all the resources you'll need to make your biggest impact. ​ If you have any questions, please email Drew Williams, Donor Experience Manager. Learn More Chicago Spring Half Marathon + 10K When: Spring 2025 ​ What: Association House of Chicago is participating in the Chicago Spring Half Marathon + 10K Race. Participating runners commit to running the race, having fun in the process, and fundraising for our mission. For questions regarding the race, please email Drew Williams , Donor Experience Manager. Learn More Faces of Hope When: Summer 2025 ​ What: Faces of Hope is our annual fundraising gala where we celebrate the people and spirit of hope that fuel Association House's work in advancing health, education, and economic opportunity for the most vulnerable among us. ​ For questions regarding Faces of Hope, email Abby Ellis , Marketing and Communications Manager. Learn More Back 2 School Fair When: Summer 2025 ​ What: Our Back 2 School Fair is held each year in August before kids head back to school. We promote healthy activities, connect neighborhood families with school supplies, physicals, vaccines, and resources from partner agencies. ​ Learn More Never Miss An Event. Join Our Email List!