by Together Chicago | Feb 10, 2025 | Violence Reduction, News
At Together Chicago, we are dedicated to helping individuals overcome the barriers of their past by assisting with the expungement and sealing of eligible criminal records. This transformative process provides a fresh start, opening doors to new opportunities in...
by Together Chicago | Feb 2, 2025 | Faith-Community Mobilization, News
On the first Sunday of February 2025, our Faith-Community Mobilization team coordinated the annual Chicagoland United in Prayer event. This year’s theme “Stand Firm in Prayer” was led by dozens of faith leaders from across the city of Chicago and suburbs in a mixture...
by Together Chicago | Jan 15, 2025 | Education, News
Together Chicago is making a meaningful impact on the lives of students at Pirie Elementary School through our Education Initiatives mentoring program. Now in its second year, the program focuses on supporting 10 to 15 boys with a blend of physical activity, personal...
by Together Chicago | Jan 10, 2025 | News, Violence Reduction
As the new year begins, one of our focus has been on fresh starts for individuals who have faced significant life challenges. Over the past two months, this commitment to new beginnings has included supporting participants in their journey toward stable employment....
by Together Chicago | Dec 9, 2024 | News, Violence Reduction
This past Saturday, Together Chicago’s Violence Prevention team won the championship in the One City Basketball League, organized by the incredible team at Noah’s Arc Foundation!We are thrilled to celebrate this victory and the positive impact this league...
by Together Chicago | Oct 20, 2024 | Faith-Community Mobilization, Events
How do we handle the division and bittiness in our world? We focus. We look to the God who created us and join hands in heartfelt fellowship with Him and our fellow man.. On October 20, 2024, believers from across Chicagoland united at Progressive Baptist Church for...
by Together Chicago | Oct 2, 2024 | Faith-Community Mobilization, Events
Next Steps Lunch 2024 was a beautiful gathering of over 100 individuals from over 60 churches and 45 communities. This annual fall gathering is a time for celebrating the seasonal rhythms of Chicagoland United in Prayer, hearing from local leaders who are organizing...
by Together Chicago | Jul 31, 2024 | News, Faith-Community Mobilization, Interviews, Violence Reduction
How can you make a difference in your community? When you see a need, you can respond to meet that need – and lives can be changed. We’ll hear from several guests who saw needs in their neighborhoods and how they’ve addressed them. Don’t miss the...
by Together Chicago | Jul 27, 2024 | Violence Reduction, News
On Saturday July 27, 2024, our Near West Side Violence Reduction Team joined forces with the Henry Horner Reunion Picnic for a fantastic community event that drew over 300 attendees! Thanks to our amazing partners and volunteers, including Laprentess Flowers and...
by Together Chicago | Jun 8, 2024 | Faith-Community Mobilization, Recognition
At the 2024 Lead the City conference, Bishop Ed Peecher, Together Chicago’s Chief Church Liaison Officer, received the Legacy Award, honoring “a local leader who has exemplified faithful and significant service to Chicago communities and...