3C Community Profile: Humboldt Park
Take a stroll down the Paseo Boricua corridor on Division Street and it’s easy to see why Humboldt Park is one of Chicago’s most vibrant…
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Grand Boulevard Prevention Services
Grand Prevention Boulevard Services (GBPS) will quickly mobilize existing youth programs provide alternatives to violence through activities and community events for the annual Back to School Event expansion (Wednesdays, August 9 and 16 from 5-7pm) followed by a Safe and Peaceful Labor Day weekend (Friday, September 1 from 6-8:30 pm and Saturday, September 2, 2023 from Noon – 2). GBPS will implement the Seven Field Principles (7FP) model, an evidence-based framework in a comprehensive and coordinated way to foster successful, strong communities to reduce violence. Assessment and evaluation include program surveys and assess community needs. The GBPS Prevention Specialist will provide 2 days of community events in the Washington Park Area (3007) including in-person and virtual restorative justice youth programming. The GBPS Program Manager in the Douglas Restored Community will provide 2 days of community events with food and fellowship (BBQ), bridging the gap with law enforcement, competitive sports, music, motivational speakers and gift card giveaways.
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Chasing23 Youth Empowerment Group
We are seeking funding for a one-day event aimed at empowering elementary students through the implementation of a Healing Circle. The Healing Circle will take place prior to the start of the school year and will consist of two integral parts: providing a Healing Circle experience for students and establishing a direct connection with local community providers. The project aims to promote emotional well-being, enhance social interactions, and foster a sense of community among young students. A Healing Circle is a restorative practice deeply rooted in indigenous traditions that foster a safe and supportive environment for individuals to share their feelings, experiences, and concerns with one another. It is a structured gathering where participants form a circle and engage in open dialogue, active listening, and empathy. The practice is designed to promote emotional healing, self-awareness, and community bonding.
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Opera Matic NFP
Opera-Matic has been partnering with Children’s Garden of Hope in the Humboldt Park neighborhood to provide community events that instill joy, connection, peace and creativity. This year, we are focusing on programming that helps young people process change through art and connection sharing in the magic of metamorphosis. We have an event planned already for August 19th that serves as a back to school event for the community with Opera-Matic adding programming that includes live music, clowning and art making activities. We plan to add an additional event with Children’s Garden of Hope on Labor Day weekend to better support community engagement and the safety of young people.
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True Believers Community Connections
With these funds, TBCC is able to render weekly youth development training that introduces youth to career paths about science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics, as well as how to deal with community trauma, and learn about trust and building relationships. We will end our time together with a Celebration/Back-2-School Event planned by the youth who participated in the program, plus expose them to other youth engagement activities in the local community throughout the month of August.
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Beyond the Ball NFP
Beyond the Ball is requesting funds to support our work during the August gap. Programming will be provided a minimum of 3 evenings/week and will take place in a public community space. We will engage over 1000 unique participants through our August gap programming. Programming will consist of activities for all ages and genders with an emphasis on youth.
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800 N Kedvale
During the August gap (Aug 6th-21st) we plan to clean and beautify the 800 block of N Kedvale & the near by surrounding blocks twice a week, utilizing 10 youth in the area ages 12-14 by paying them small stipends to carry out these duties. Youth will also participate in the beautification of the community by learning how to garden and plant flowers throughout the neighborhood which we've already started to do. During this time we will have a Dj, music, food, and a school supply giveaways for students. This will allow for continual engagement of youth, adults, and seniors to build positive relationships while simultaneously creating a safe space during the most violent season of the year. 800 Block of N Kedvale has had the capacity to conduct high level community engagement activities like this for the past 13 years. We will have volunteers every session to carry out these activities. We will use the funds for stipends, entertainment, school supplies, and cleaning supplies.
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Colaj
Colaj will organize youth/teen workshops and events on August 10th, 15th and 17th. The art workshops will include a basic photography course, photography walk, and studio photography. These activities will foster creativity and artistic expression among participants. Additionally, we will host a art showcase celebration on August 17th to commemorate children's achievements and provide a fun-filled experience for families at Greater Grand Crossing Public Library. The funds will be used to supply necessary equipment, materials, and prizes for the activities. Our skilled staff members will facilitate the workshops and oversee the event to ensure its success.
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Fathers Families Healthy Communities
In anticipation of Labor Day weekend and the conclusion of our three-month fatherhood peer support group hosted in partnership with READI Chicago-Englewood, FFHC plans to host a celebratory event. The celebration will honor the consistent commitment and hard work of our younger and older fathers who attended weekly peer group meetings (topics ranging from identity and purpose, barriers and dealing with stress, unresolved triggers, social support and compassion, and more). Specifically, fathers will receive FFHC gift boxes, including household essentials, personal care items, educational materials, and other critical goods for fathers. Additionally, we will distribute monetary incentives to fathers who participated in programming. With this event, FFHC hopes to gather our constituent stakeholders to provide a safe and peaceful space for community and celebration. We hope to not only further create a sense of connectedness, but to further explore conversations of relationship building and shared knowledge across generations, social and emotional skill development, and violence and trauma reduction.