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…

One Summer Chicago End of Summer Showcase

BUILD, 5100 W Harrison St

This summer, in collaboration with One Summer Chicago and After School Matters, BUILD hired over 200 teens for summer employment. Youth were engaged in programs covering civic engagement, gardening, cooking, jewelry-making and entrepreneurship, performing arts, digital media, and journalism. We celebrate their successes during this summer showcase.

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…

BUILD End of Summer Bash!

A day-long festival that connects youth, family, and community! Grab the sunglasses and sunscreen and join us for an outdoor party that both kids and parents will love. Have a blast with great activities that include community resources, an art and STEM fair, inflatables, a climbing wall, food, 3-on-3 basketball, and live entertainment on the…

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…

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…

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…

Playlist Kick Fest

Humboldt Park: Boathouse 1301 N Humboldt Dr., Chicago, IL, United States

Austin Peace Ride

BUILD 5100 W Harrison St., Chicago, IL, United States

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 welcome. Water and light snacks will be provided. Register today at https://bit.ly/3k2I46X. Please bring your bike. *Limited Divvy bikes will be available on a first…

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…