Hoops in the Hood

With support from LISC Chicago, BUILD is proud to offer our annual installment of Hoops in the Hood, bringing community-centered athletics, while “taking back” streets that have experienced violence, creating…

Austin Peace Ride

Join BUILD as we ride through the West Side to promote peace in our community! We will meet at BUILD campus at 9am, ride-off is at 10am. All ages are…

Chicago’s Race Against Gun Violence | Virtual

The Race Against Gun Violence is a rallying point to raise awareness and funds for organizations working to save lives and build Chicago’s future. It is an opportunity to change…

La Mesa Latina (Virtual)

Online at BUILDChicago.org

In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, BUILD is proud to present our 5th annual La Mesa Latina, a unique event that brings together many of Chicago’s most accomplished Latin leaders…

Austin Eats: “Can You Dig This?”

Those living, working and attending school in the Chicago’s Austin community! Please join us for a free film event (with food tastings, a mini farmers market, and more!) on Thursday, Oct 21st…

Off the Ave: ReBUILD by The Available City

The community of Austin needs a day of fun and education about Chicago Ave, one of the most important streets on the West Side of Chicago. We will learn about…

Dia De Los Muertos / Day of Remembrance

Families are invited to come together, build an altar, and honor their loved ones in a treasured Latin American tradition. There will be sugar skull decorating, arts & crafts, face…

4th Annual Restorative Justice Conference

This event will take place on Saturday, Nov. 6, 2021 from 9 am to 4 pm. Join us as we explore themes of respect, response, and restoration through workshops, peace…

7th Annual Turkey Bowl

Columbus Park Field 500 S. Central Ave. Chicago, IL 60644

Our 7th annual Turkey Bowl flag football tournament! Join us for a game of flag football right before Turkey Day! Game is for ages 11 and up. Refreshments will be…

BG2W Global Girls Film Festival

The International Children’s Media Center (ICMC) and BUILD present the Global Girls Film Festival, curated by young women participating in the girl-centric BUILDing Girls 2 Women program. The screening of…

Restorative Justice Community Day

Hosted by Lawndale Christian Legal Center, come join us for a day of community building and exploration as we discuss how we can reimagine justice in North Lawndale and beyond!…