Apply for Playstreets! Submission Deadline 4/7

BUILD and the Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) are happy to invite community-based organizations to join the 2021 Playstreets initiative! Our Playstreets participation deadline has been extended to April 7th at 4pm! Interested community-based organizations can complete the Letter of Interest (LOI) to apply for this wonderful summer program! This grant opportunity is funded…

BUILD GALA 2021 “Chicago Can’t Wait”

Online

Check your mail for an invitation and watch this space for details about the May 19 Livestream Program, plus three unique Gala Pre-Events: one virtual, inviting you to join restorative justice circles on Zoom (Friday, May 14); and two in-person for the vaccinated and/or comfortably masked on the BUILD campus itself, (Saturday mornings 10-11:30am, May 8 and 15), for those who want…

Restorative Justice Summit “In Living Color: The Vibrancy of Our Communities”

BUILD presents Restorative Justice Summit "In Living Color: The Vibrancy of Our Communities" Restorative Justice activities throughout the Austin and North Lawndale Communities leading up into Memorial Day weekend!   Thursday 05/27 Michele Clark - RJ in the School (Police & Youth Circles)   Virtual Panel (6pm-7:30pm) Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZctd-mvrDMuHtYCpTeG63nv586yTinzvSvQ  …

Donna Dudley Peace Project (DDPP) Softball Tournament

Moore Park 5085 W Adams St, Chicago, IL 60644, Chicago, IL, United States

The Donna Dudley Peace Project started back in the mid-80s as a softball league to attract gang involved youth to play against each other and form healthier, more accepting relationships with rival gang members. After a year off, we will continue the DDPP mission this year. Games are on Mondays @ 6:45pm and 8:30pm. July…

BUILD’s Associate Board presents: “Do-Good-A-Palooza!”

Online

BUILD Chicago’s Associate Board would like to invite you to our one-hour, virtual Summer event Do-Good-A-Palooza! on Thursday, June 17 at 8pm CST!   With interactive games, trivia, giveaways, visual art, and performances by local Chicago artists, Do-Good-A-Palooza! will be an evening of joy and entertainment - and a great opportunity to learn more about…

$30

BUILD Summer Camp

We are looking forward to providing youth a fun-filled Summer through our 2021 Day Camp program in two amazing Chicago neighborhoods. We will be engaging in fun, safe activities that will include sports, arts, and outdoor activities!

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 safe spaces for youth and adults to build positive relationships, and fostering a sense of community. In addition to basketball and community engagement, Hoops in…

One West Side Community Peace Walk: Presented by Area 4

Madison & Hamlin Chicago, United States

4 Communities coming together! Austin, Garfield Park, West Humboldt Park, and North Lawndale. All community residents are welcome to join us as we walk in solidarity to promote peace and unity this summer. The walk will conclude at Garfield Park Music Court for ceremony and celebration from 11am-1pm (Madison & Hamlin). Register today using this…

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 safe spaces for youth and adults to build positive relationships, and fostering a sense of community. In addition to basketball and community engagement, Hoops in…

Youth-led Fundraising CARWASH!

BUILD, 5100 W Harrison St

Bring your set of wheels through BUILD for that car wash you’ve been meaning to get. BUILD 's parking lot will be transformed into a hand car wash service center! Bring your car by and we’ll keep you looking good on the road! 100% of proceeds will go directly to support youth!

$10

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 safe spaces for youth and adults to build positive relationships, and fostering a sense of community. In addition to basketball and community engagement, Hoops in…

The Coco Calixto All-Star Game

Humboldt Park: Little Cubs Field 1339 W. Luis Munoz Marin Dr., Chicago, IL, United States

Partnering with San Lucas Church, this event is a tribute to Coco Calixto and his belief that all young people should be able to enjoy sports is at the heart of this softball game, which promotes peace among the players who represent several Chicago neighborhoods. Come out and join the fun, perfect for the entire…