Afro Joe’s uses coffee, community to inspire young readers in Beverly

Afro Joe’s Coffee & Tea in Chicago’s Beverly neighborhood is fostering a love of reading by offering a free book library and hosting literacy events for children.

Afro Joe?s uses coffee, community to inspire young readers in Beverly
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Afro Joe?s Coffee & Tea in Chicago?s Beverly neighborhood is fostering a love of reading by offering a free book library and hosting literacy events for children.

Cubs Scholars program supports future Latina leaders in Chicago

Since 2013, the Cubs Scholars program has used education to empower our local youth. Their class of 2024 includes three young women who are part of the next generation of Latina leaders. 

Revamped Bulls-themed basketball court in Little Village aims to unite, uplift community

A basketball court in Little Village has been transformed into a safe community space thanks to a renovation project led by the nonprofit Beyond the Ball and the Chicago Bulls.

Bulls-themed basketball court in Little Village aims to unite, uplift community
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A basketball court in Little Village has been transformed into a safe community space thanks to a renovation project led by Beyond the Ball, a nonprofit, and the Chicago Bulls.

Chicago students gain career insights through PepsiCo’s paid summer internship program

PepsiCo's PREP program offered Chicago youth from under-resourced communities an 8-week paid internship, providing hands-on experience in marketing, sales, and social impact.

Hidden history in Maywood: Discover local stop on the Underground Railroad

History often hides in plain sight. The thousands of cars that have passed through the McDonald’s drive-thru on 1st and Lake in Maywood, likely have no clue that they’re just steps away from a stop on the Underground Railroad.

Happy Apple Pie Shop in Oak Park bakes inclusion into its culture

Approximately 6.5 million people in the United States have an intellectual disability. Of that number, just over 19 percent have a job. With that in mind, parents in Oak Park baked up an idea that’s as sweet as pie.

Happy Apple Pie Shop in Oak Park bakes inclusion into its culture
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The Happy Apple Pie Shop isn?t just a local gem. They received national recognition for having the best pie in the state of Illinois.

Chicago Westside Sports offers free youth baseball, life skills development

Playing youth baseball can cost up to $714, a price tag many families can’t afford. Chicago Westside Sports is removing that barrier by offering kids a chance to play for free, along with a safe space to develop life skills.

Chicago Westside Sports Provides Free Youth Baseball and Life Skills Development Programs
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Playing youth baseball can cost up to $714, a price tag many families can?t afford. Chicago Westside Sports is removing that barrier by offering kids a chance to play for free, along with a safe space to develop life skills.

Black Love Reigns Supreme brings 90s R&B vibes to the theatrical stage

From solo acts like Mary J. Blige and D’Angelo to groups like SWV and Jodeci, the 1990s was a decade full of R&B classics. Black Love Reigns Supreme is bringing those 90s vibes to the theatrical stage. 

Black Love Reigns Supreme brings 90s R&B vibes to the theatrical stage
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From solo acts like Mary J. Blige and D?Angelo to groups like SWV and Jodeci, the 1990s was a decade full of R&B classics. Black Love Reigns Supreme is bringing those 90s vibes to the theatrical stage.

People’s Music School making sure students don’t miss a beat

The program is the largest tuition-free music school in Chicagoland. The biggest requirement of the students is to take the time necessary to learn their instrument.

People?s Music School making sure students don?t miss a beat
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The goal of the People?s Music School is to close those gaps. The program is the largest tuition-free music school in Chicagoland. The biggest requirement of the students is to take the time necessary to learn their instrument.