Volunteers from the Civilian Office of Police Accountability (COPA) stopped by a BUILD community garden for some mulching and light garden work. Thanks for helping us keep our green spaces healthy, thriving and beautiful!
BUILD Chicago
Non-profit Organizations
Chicago, IL 3,515 followers
Since 1969, BUILD has helped Chicago's most vulnerable youth escape gangs and violence.
About us
Since 1969, BUILD, Inc. has worked in some of Chicago's toughest neighborhoods giving at-risk youth alternatives to the violence that takes away their positive potential. Applying our model of positive youth development, BUILD seeks to redirect the behavior of gang-affiliated youth and potential gang recruits in order to improve their chances of leading fulfilling lives and to increase the stability and safety of the communities in which they reside. We have helped more than 80,000 young people lead more productive, happier lives results that have been documented by numerous outside studies. In fact, many former program participants who have gone on to successful careers as attorneys, educators, policemen, firemen, and government employees identify BUILD programming as a key source of their success. BUILD has been highly effective in offering alternatives to gangs because our programs address the causes of the problem, not just gang activity itself. We have furthered our success by emphasizing leadership development and helping youth develop positive life plans. Our top priority is to help at-risk youth realize the full extent of their educational and career potential so that they can give back to the communities in which they live.
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http://www.buildchicago.org
External link for BUILD Chicago
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Chicago, IL
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1969
- Specialties
- Youth Development, Social Service, Health & Wellness, and College & Career Readiness
Locations
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Primary
Get directions
5100 W. Harrison St
Chicago, IL 60644, US
Employees at BUILD Chicago
Updates
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BUILD was proud to host an ‘all hands-on deck’ planning and discussion meeting with the Scaling Community Violence Intervention for a Safer Chicago or “SC2.” in collaboration with the Partnership for Safe and Peaceful Communities (PSPC) and the Civic Committee of the Commercial Club of Chicago. To ALSO (Alliance of Local Service Organizations), Together Chicago, 25th District CPD, 15th District CPD, Institute for Nonviolence Chicago, The State's Attorney Justice Center, What About Us (Pastor Mac), United Faith Christian Institute (Bishop Saffo), and Hope Church (Pastor Epting), thank you for joining the discussion!
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Beautiful morning for a networking and learning breakfast at BUILD with Sunshine Enterprises and Austin’s entrepreneurs and business leaders. How can we help businesses launch and thrive in our neighborhood? Train and support each other? A great kickoff to Sunshine’s new Community Business Academy at BUILD. Austin Coming Together, Chris Taliaferro - 29th Ward Alderman
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Restorative Justice Training starts Monday! Join us in BUILD’s Peace & Justice Center for a free four-day experience learning skills that guide us in enacting positive change while building community with others. There is still time to reserve your spot. Contact Edwina Hamilton at edwinahamilton@buildchicago.org to register! See you in Circle!
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Meet BUILD Chicago! This amazing Chicago organization is inspiring young people through hope, resources and exposure to positive life pathways. On February 25, 2023, BUILD opened a new, fully-renovated campus; a well-deserved new home for urban youth to thrive. LBBA Architects was recognized by LISC Chicago for 'excellence in architecture' as part of the 2024 CNDA Awards. https://lnkd.in/gU5biUuC #PurposeDriven #WhyVideo
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The Target thrive career development fair at BUILD is on! Come for free interview coaching, head shots, seminars, 1-on-1 career counseling (for Target or anywhere), and job hunting tips - stay for music, giveaways, and food trucks! #targetthrive #targetthrivechicago
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We are proud to announce applications are open for the Diverse Learners Recovery Fund, a collaboration between the Mayor's Office for People with Disabilities (MOPD) and Ada S. McKinley Community Services, Inc. The fund is dedicated to aiding families of students with disabilities impacted by COVID-19. It operates as a lottery-style drawing, offering a one-time cash grant of $500 to eligible students with disabilities (up to $1,000 per household). Learn More and Apply Today at www.AdaMOPD.com. Applying for the grant will not guarantee that you will receive the funds. Download the Official Flyer with eligibility requirements: https://lnkd.in/gei2x_Gq #DiverseLearnersRecoveryFund #StudentsWithDisabilities #DiverseLearners #COVIDFunds #MOPD #AdaSMcKinley
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We’ve earned our Platinum Seal of Transparency with Candid! Get updates on our impact through our #NonProfitProfile: https://lnkd.in/ejXqHQeY
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BUILD and Sunshine Enterprises are hosting two exciting opportunities for aspiring entrepreneurs to network, share ideas, and help shape the Community Business Academy (CBA) at BUILD. July 25: Business Development Organizations Breakfast & Conversation: Learn more and register by visiting https://bit.ly/3Wg9YRd July 29: Aspiring Entrepreneurs and Small Business Community Mixer & Info Session: Learn more and register by visiting https://bit.ly/3WiCFgc
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