4-Day Restorative Justice Training

BUILD, 5100 W Harrison St

Join us in BUILD's Peace and Justice Center for a four-day Restorative Justice Training. Restorative Justice allows us to enhance skills that guides us in doing the work that is necessary for positive change. What will you experience? The practices that fall under RJ are examined, with hands on practicums. As we are witness to…

A Night for Educators

BUILD, 5100 W Harrison St

Please join us on Thursday, February 6 from 4:30 - 6:30. Tour the building, learn about our new mobile classroom, and register your group for a field trip experience. We'll have hands-on activities, food, and raffles. This event is free and open to anyone in the education field who would like to learn about partnership…

FREE

BUILD Presents: The Black Table 2025

In celebration of Black History Month, BUILD is proud to once again present The Black Table, an annual event that brings together many of Chicago’s most accomplished Black leaders to share their stories with promising Black youth from across metropolitan Chicago.

Black History Month Family Night

BUILD, 5100 W Harrison St

Celebrate Black History with an exciting Family Night at BUILD with games, prizes, food, BINGO, karaoke, art and more!  

FREE

Starting Seedlings for Your Garden

BUILD Chicago Home Gardening Workshop Series Discover the joys of home gardening with BUILD Chicago’s new workshop series! Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just getting started, our hands-on workshops offer something for everyone. Join us to learn sustainable gardening techniques, connect with the community, and grow your skills—and your garden! Learn how to jumpstart…

CAPS — Chicago Alternative Policing Strategy meeting

BUILD, 5100 W Harrison St

A new partnership between police and community is the foundation of Chicago’s own philosophy of community policing, known as CAPS — Chicago Alternative Policing Strategy. Community policing has become a popular crime-fighting strategy across the country, but there is no one definition of community policing or one specific way of carrying it out. From the…

St. Paddy’s Family Night

In partnership with the Puerto Rican Cultural Center: St. Paddy's Day Celebration on the West Side! Join BUILD and the Puerto Rican Cultural Center for a festive St. Patrick's Day Celebration filled with food, fun, music and arts and crafts! Don't miss out- bring your friends and family! Friday, March 14 4–7PM El Mercado 4013-15…

CSS Job Fair

March 27 at 10 am–2 pm BUILD 5100 W. Harrison St. Entry Level Employment Opportunities Bring Copy of Updated Resume Business Casual Highly Suggested Not Required Questions? Email: amberstrickland@buildchicago.org REGISTER

Rap Sheet Workshop

3510 S Michigan Ave

Ready to clear your record? Join us April 4th to start the expungement process! During our workshop, BUILD will cover the cost of client rap sheets, helping you take the first steps! This event is limited to the first 50 who register. To secure your spot, visit: https://bit.ly/4k85ZAf Questions? Please contact Yesenia Garcia at yeseniagarcia@buildchicago.org.

FREE

Planning & Planting Your Garden

BUILD Chicago Home Gardening Workshop Series Discover the joys of home gardening with BUILD Chicago’s new workshop series! Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just getting started, our hands-on workshops offer something for everyone. Join us to learn sustainable gardening techniques, connect with the community, and grow your skills—and your garden! Set your garden up…

BUILD the Future Gala 2025

Each spring, friends, sponsors, community leaders, and young storytellers all come together to support the fight for a better future. Join this crucial celebration of the progress we can make together, how we can help Chicago’s most threatened youth feel safe, empowered, and loved. More details to come.

Earth Day Celebration

BUILD, 5100 W Harrison St

Mark your calendars for Earth Day 2025! On Saturday, April 26th we will be celebrating at our Austin campus with recycled art projects, a seed swap, resource fair, cooking demo, film screening, reptile showcase and more!  Contact Kesiah Bascom at kesiahbascom@buildchciago.org for more information. 

FREE