12 | 3 | 09
BUILD, Inc. receives national attention as "We Gotta BUILD" is featured on MTV

On Friday, November 27th, MTV Jams presented "Chicago Day," featuring videos from the hottest artists including Kanye West, Common, Jennifer Hudson, Lupe Fiasco, as well as  showcasing talent from the underground music scene. "Chicago Day" on MTV Jams marked a pivotal point in Chicago hip hop history, by not only showcasing national talent, but also by giving up and coming and independent artists the chance to shine alongside of them, says Andrew Barber, founder of Fake Shore Drive.com.

"Chicago Day" looked inside the music of the city and focused on the philanthropic efforts of those dedicated to making the city a safer place for inner city youth. MTV News VJ, Sway, and one of hip hop's finest, David Banner, hit the streets to talk to the people of Chicago.  David Banner also talked with Sway about his "Heal the Hood" organization, which is dedicated to stopping the violence that is plaguing the city. The day also premiered "We Gotta BUILD," an anti-violence song that was created by youth from BUILD, Inc.  Sway also sat down with George Daniels, Godfather of Chicago music, to talk about how the music in the city has evolved.

To view MTV Jam's 30 second "We Gotta BUILD" drop, please click here (34.1MB).

To hear "We Gotta BUILD" in its entirety, and view the lyrics, please click here.

9 | 29 | 09
The News-Gazette covers BUILD's work in central Illinois
Read about BUILD's workshop in Rantoul, IL.


8 | 19 | 09
Patricia Qualls visits BUILD
Read about artist Patricia Qualls' work to assist BUILD's youth discover art and genius within. 

8 | 12 | 09
BUILD profiled in Chicago's Red Eye
BUILD is among the anti-violence groups highlighted in Tracy Swartz's piece in the Red Eye this week.


7 | 20 | 09
Board of Directors names new Executive Director
Roslind Blasingame-Buford has been named as BUILD's new Executive Director. Roz, who in the past six years has served as BUILD's Interim Executive Director and Associate Executive Director, is one of the most highly regarded youth development professionals in Chicago.  You can read more about Roslind here.


5 | 7 | 09 Watch NBC 5's story on Freddy Rodriguez at BUILD's 40th Anniversary Dinner

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BUILD in the news

08 | 12 | 09 - The Fight for Peace
03 | 27 | 08 - BUILDing a Future
10 | 03 | 07 - BUILD Has Evolved With the Neighborhood
12 | 13 | 06 - Two High School Students Receive Leader Awards
11 | 23 | 06 - Grant Helps Educate At-Risk Students and Gang Members
05 | 16 | 06 - Foundation Grant Helps Redirect At-Risk Youths