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Fighting for the human right to housing since 1980

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Since 1980, the Chicago Coalition for the Homeless (CCH) has had a clear mission: “We organize and advocate to prevent and end homelessness, because we believe housing is a human right in a just society.”

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Let’s work together to Bring Chicago Home

Let’s work together to Bring Chicago Home

Bring Chicago Home would drastically increase resources that would provide housing and supportive services to people who must cope with living homeless in Chicago. Learn about this groundbreaking campaign and how, together, we can make a lasting and measurable impact.

April and her family have hope and a new home

April and her family have hope and a new home

Five years ago, April Harris and her family had to flee their hometown, Pittsburgh. April’s family was targeted after she asked the housing authority to put a stop to early-morning drug dealing by her home. The family moved to a new neighborhood, doubling-up with friends, but when the threats continued, they were advised to move out of state. April’s family landed in Chicago.

Join us! CCH to mark 40 years of advocacy at May 1 celebration

Join us! CCH to mark 40 years of advocacy at May 1 celebration

Knowing we stand stronger together, Chicago Coalition for the Homeless will mark 40 years of organizing and advocating at an evening celebration on Friday, May 1. “No Place Like Home: Celebrating 40 Years of Advocacy” will be hosted at Zhou B. Art Center, 1029 W. 35th St., in Chicago.

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