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Elizabeth and her family are finally home

Posted on December 14, 2021December 16, 2021 by Vanessa Álvarez

All parents want a safe, stable, loving home for their children. Grassroots leader Elizabeth Maldonado, a mother of four, is no different. Although her journey to housing had been tough, her desire to provide a real home for her children was stronger.

Born in Honduras, Elizabeth’s family moved from place to place – never having a home of their own. They moved to Florida, then Ohio, and then back to Central America, always staying with family or in shelters. Abuse was a common occurrence.

Remembering our mentor, organizer, life coach, and friend, Keith Freeman

Posted on November 18, 2021November 19, 2021 by Vanessa Álvarez

With sad and heavy hearts, we share the news that our friend and colleague Senior Community Organizer Keith Freeman passed away on November 10 after a long illness.

By Grassroots Leaders at the Chicago Coalition for the Homeless

What words would we use to describe Keith? He was hard-working. He was relentless. He was compassionate, a listener and people person. He was an all-around nice guy. He was a GEM – someone that would always Go the Extra Mile. He not only saw the best in us, but he brought out the best in us.

Bring Chicago Home: Advocates reintroduce resolution at City Hall to combat homelessness

Posted on July 22, 2021August 31, 2021 by Vanessa Álvarez

CCH Grassroots Leader Maxica Williams
Rev. Dr. Jacqueline Triche Atkins
Alderwoman Maria Hadden (49th Ward)

Outside City Hall on Wednesday, July 21, 2021, elected officials and advocates stood together to demonstrate support and to speak on the pressing need to address homelessness and housing instability. As Illinois’ Eviction Moratorium is set to be lifted, a dedicated funding stream for affordable housing is needed.

CCH celebrates 40 years of advocacy with a virtual celebration

Posted on September 29, 2020September 30, 2020 by Vanessa Álvarez

By Michael Nameche, Director of Development

On September 24, the Chicago Coalition for the Homeless hosted its first virtual gala, No Place Like Home: Celebrating 40 Years of Advocacy.

Through generous sponsorships, including lead sponsors Baker McKenzie and JP Morgan, individual contributions, and the proceeds of an online auction, the event raised more than $225,000 to support CCH’s mission to prevent and end homelessness.