Volunteer Information Session
Looking for a unique opportunity to make a contribution to the community? Join us for an hour-long volunteer informational session and get involved! Friends and families who are also interested are welcome! Please RSVP to Ariana Ibarra at arianaibarra@buildchicago.org 773-227-2880 or email: volunteer@buildchicago.org
Public Speaking Contest
The public speaking contest is one of BUILD’s signature programs that encourage young people to put their stories down in print and then share them on stage before an audience and panel of judges. BUILD provides youth with public speaking classes over a two-month period to help them academically and professionally, as well as to…
Spring Break Programs
Spring College Tour Choosing the best college means to test the waters. College visits can be pivotal in a student's decision to apply to school. Tips, tools, and expert advice to guide you through the touring process. Space is limited, so register early! Contact Ebonee Shaw at eboneeshaw@buildchicago.org for more information and questions. Outward…
Earth Day
Team up with BUILD to clean up our communities! Earth day is a rallying call for environment stewards around the world to educate fellow citizens and impact the community! Contact Jamey Makowski at jameymakowski@buildchicago.org for more information and questions.
BUILD Scholarship Application Opens
Are you a senior? Graduating soon? Visit www.buildchicago.org and start the application process! Closes July 6th. Contact Ebonee Shaw at eboneeshaw@buildchicago.org for more information and questions.
BUILD 50th Anniversary Gala
Join us at our 50th Anniversary Gala Celebration at the Navy Pier Aon Ballroom, where we will share our greatest achievements, champion the relevance of BUILD's involvement for future generations, and share stories from staff, youth, and partners stretching across our first 50 years. Our sense of hope is contagious. Our opportunities are boundless. We…
Volunteer Information Session
Looking for a unique opportunity to make a contribution to the community? Join us for an hour-long volunteer informational session and get involved! Friends and families who are also interested are welcome! Please RSVP to Ariana Ibarra at arianaibarra@buildchicago.org 773-227-2880 or email: volunteer@buildchicago.org
Community Family Night
For family members of all ages! Spend an evening with free family activities! Call BUILD at (773)-227-2880 for location. Contact Martin Anguiano at martinanguiano@buildchicago.org for more information and questions.
Strides For Peace Race Against Gun Violence
The Race Against Gun Violence is a rallying point to raise awareness of and funds for organizations working to save lives and build Chicago’s future. It is an opportunity to change the narrative about our city, call concerned citizens to action and show the world that Chicago can come together to solve the problem of…
Youth Innovation Conference
Innovation. Creativity. Leadership. The future of youth has never looked more promising. This dynamic one of a kind conference features youth and advocates in a series of discussions and workshops. Located at UIC Student Center West, 828 S Wolcott Ave, Chicago, IL 60612. Contact Deonna Smith-Hart at deonnahart@buildchicago.org for more information and questions.
Donna Dudley Peace League Kick Off
On Monday June 10th, we're kicking off the Donna Dudley Peace League, BUILD's summer long softball league! We'll be playing at Moore Park starting at 7pm on Mondays and Wednesdays throughout the season. Our Peace League was created 40 years ago and gets teams from different neighborhoods to play a game of softball and to get to know one…
Volunteer Information Session
Looking for a unique opportunity to make a contribution to the community? Join us for an hour-long volunteer informational session and get involved! Friends and families who are also interested are welcome! Please RSVP to Ariana Ibarra at arianaibarra@buildchicago.org 773-227-2880 or email: volunteer@buildchicago.org