Hoops in the Hood – Michele Clark High School
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. See the schedule here!
Summer Kickbacks Party for Teens – End of Summer Event
BUILD’s Summer Kickback Party for Teens is this Friday, August 19, from 4 - 8 pm at the Humboldt Park Boat House! We will be giving away book bags and school supplies while supplies last (student must be present). We will also have a bounce house and food!
Community Ride for Peace – August 27th
Humboldt Park Boat House 1400 N. Sacramento Ave, Chicago, United StatesSATURDAY, AUGUST 27th | 9:00 am Bethel New Life – 4950 W. Thomas, Chicago, IL 60651 You are invited to participate in our upcoming Community Ride for Peace on August 27th in the Humbolt and Austin area. We will meet at the Humboldt Park Boathouse at 9 am and depart at 10 am. Registration: https://bit.ly/3aSDjfF ALL…
BUILD Associate Board’s Virtual Yoga Event
Looking for a chance to relax, refresh, revitalize and support BUILD's young people? Join our Associate Board for a special National Wellness Month virtual yoga event! All proceeds benefit BUILD Clinical and Community Wellness programming, and all skill levels are welcome! This is a great opportunity to get involved from the comfort of your home,…
National Hispanic Heritage Month Community Pop-up
In honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month, BUILD will host a Community Pop-up on the corner of California and Division. Join us as we aim to lift up and bring lasting change to neighborhoods through food, music and cultural activities. WHEN: Thursday, September 15, 2022 TIME: 1-4 PM WHERE: On the corner of California and…
The Peace & Justice Center Presents: Voice Your Vote
St. Martin's Episcopal Church 5710 W. Midway Park, Chicago, IL, United StatesDo you need to register to vote? Want information about early or absentee voting? Are you interested in becoming a poll worker? Join us on September 15 from 6 pm to 7:30 pm at the St. Martin's Episcopal Church where we will provide information and answer your questions about voting. For more information, contact Alden…
The Peace & Justice Center Presents: Restorative Justice 4 Day Training
Bethel New Life 4950 N. Thomas, Chicago, United States“There comes a point where we need to stop just pulling people out of the river. We need to go upstream and find out why they're falling in.” ~ Desmond Tutu The Peace and Justice Center's 4-Day Restorative Justice Training starts on Monday, September 26, and goes through Thursday, September 29. Restorative Justice (RJ) is a…
BUILD Family Night at Nash Elementary
Nash Elementary School 4837 W Erie St, Chicago, IL, United StatesWednesday, October 19, 2022 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM Learn about our services and enjoy an evening for the entire family! Join us for our first Family Night at Nash Elementary. We'll have basketball, board games, karaoke, contests, food and more. Need more information? Contact Kenyotta Stewart at kenyottastewart@buildchicago.org
La Mesa Latina 2022 (Invitation Only)
As part of Hispanic Heritage Month, BUILD is pleased to present La Mesa Latina, a unique event that brings together Chicago's most accomplished Latin leaders to share their stories with promising Latin youth from across metropolitan Chicago. There is nothing more powerful than a good story, especially when it is filled with learning experiences. How would you tell the story…
Breast Cancer Awareness Brunch Tea Party
Kelly Hall YMCA 824 N Hamlin Ave, Chicago, IL, United StatesSaturday, October 22, 11 AM to 3 PM Join us at the Kelly Hall YMCA for an afternoon brunch in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. There will be live entertainment, guest speakers, and breast cancer resources. For more information, contact Kenyotta Stewart at kenyottastewart@buildchicago.org
Fall Fest 2022
Kelly Hall YMCA 824 N Hamlin Ave, Chicago, IL, United StatesThursday, October 27, 2022 - 5 PM to 8 PM Join BUILD, Kelly Hall YMCA, and West Humboldt Park Development Council for Fall Fest 2022! This free event will have games, food, a costume contest, face painting, BINGO, and more! To attend, you must pre-register by visiting: https://bit.ly/3Sbmign Download Flyer English Spanish Accepting Candy Donations and Volunteers!…
Peace & Justice Center Presents: Health Day & Community Forum
St. Martin's Episcopal Church 5710 W. Midway Park, Chicago, IL, United StatesThursday, October 27, 2022 6:00 - 7:30 PM St. Martin's Episcopal Church | 5710 W. Midway Park, Chicago, IL 60644 Do you need help answering these questions? Are we completely past COVID-19? Does Monkypox apply to me? What happens if I get sick, who makes decisions for me? Please join us for the next “Peace and…