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"Do your little bit of good where you are; it's those little bits of good put together that overwhelm the world."

 

- Desmond Tutu

 

Imagine Englewood if...

we are Englewood Strong

 

 

We, at Imagine Englewood If, want to thank you for supporting the Englewood community during the COVID-19 crisis. The unexpected pandemic and its economic consequences have had a devastating impact on our beloved community, leaving many of our neighbors in great need. In response, we ran the initiative turned Englewood Strong program for 14 weeks from June 1, 2020 - September 4th, 2020.  

 

You stepped up to help when our neighbors could not access local grocery stores, convenience stores, or WIC centers (that provide essential items for young children). We cannot thank you enough for your generosity, which helped us provide over 800 families with food, hygiene kits, baby items, and other essentials. We appreciate your support!

5,269

Englewood Strong Boxes distributed to South Side families.

85,000 +

Pounds of food distributed to South Side Families

50,000 +

Essential Baby items distributed to expecting and current South Side mothers.

25,000 +

Household items distribute to South Side families

833

Families served via delivery, pick-up, and giveaways.

304

Volunteers engaged in distribution, sorting, and event planning.

30,000 +

Feminine Products distributed to South Side Women & Girls.

Meet The Englewood Team Strong

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David Mitchell

Program Coordinator

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Teresa Alston

Administrative Assistant

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DeAndre Lemon

Growing Citizen Leader

Teen Leader

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David Mitchell III

Growing Citizen Leader

Teen Leader

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Tyler Givens

Growing Citizen Leader

Teen Leader

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DeMario Rashad

Growing Citizen Leader

Teen Leader

RESOURCES

Emotional/
Trauma Resources

Brightstar Free Trauma Helpline

  • Monday-Friday 9am-6pm

  • 833-TURN123

  • For after hours, there is the Crisis Text Line which serves anyone, in any type of crisis, 24-hours a day. Instructions: Text HELLO to: 741741 to access a trained crisis counselor.

 

Call 311 or NAMI Chicago Helpline 833-626-4244 for a mental health counselor.

Emotional/
Trauma Resources
Physical
Health

If you think you have COVID, call Chicago Health Dept:  312-746-4835. 

Preventing COVID 

 

Frequently Asked Questions about COVID

 

Free online exercise classes through YMCA360 and Planet Fitness

Fun Kid-Friendly Exercises & Activities

Physical Health
Emergency
Housing

YMCA Shelter Options

6330 S Stony Island Ave

Chicago, IL 60637

(773) 947-0700

 

Pacific Garden Mission

1458 S Canal St

Chicago, IL 60607

 (312) 492-9410

New Life

Housing & Shelter 

7632 N. Paulina Ave

Chicago, IL 60626

(773) 743-3859

 

A Safe Haven

(Women & Children) 

2750 West Roosevelt Road 

Chicago, IL 60608

(773) 435-8300

EMERGENCY
HOUSING
Exclusive Store Hours for Vulnerable Customers

Aldi: Tuesday & Thursday: 8:30am - 9:30am

Dollar General: Daily - 8am - 9am

Costco: Tuesday & Thursday 8am - 9am (60+)

Target: Wednesdays - 8am - 9am

Whole Foods: 7am - 8am

Jewel: Tuesdays and Thursdays - 7am - 9am

Marianos:  Daily - 6am - 8am 

Walgreens: Tuesdays 8am - 9am

STORE HOURS FOR VUNERABLE CUSTOMERS
COVID-19
Window Sign

Click the sign below to print and display in your window or door.

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COVID-19
Window Sign
Resources
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