People around the world are reeling from shock as we watch the full-scale invasion that Vladamir Putin has unleashed on Russia’s neighbor, Ukraine. Since last week, Russia’s troops have infiltrated much of the Eastern European country and have left destruction in their wake, with aerial bombings and ground invasions targeting the country’s major cities such […]
People around the world are reeling from shock as we watch the full-scale invasion that Vladamir Putin has unleashed on Russia’s neighbor, Ukraine. Since last week, Russia’s troops have infiltrated much of the Eastern European country and have left destruction in their wake, with aerial bombings and ground invasions targeting the country’s major cities such […]
People around the world are reeling from shock as we watch the full-scale invasion that Vladamir Putin has unleashed on Russia’s neighbor, Ukraine. Since last week, Russia’s troops have infiltrated much of the Eastern European country and have left destruction in their wake, with aerial bombings and ground invasions targeting the country’s major cities such […]
February is known as the month of love. While many of us think of ways we can show love to our family and friends, it’s also a perfect opportunity to show love to those in need within our communities. Here are a few ways to spread the love around this month and support local nonprofits. […]
The 2021 Youth Hero Award recipients, middle school students from Village Leadership Academy, campaigned to change the name of a local park to pay tribute to renowned African-American abolitionists and activists, Frederick Douglass and Anna Murray Douglass. We celebrate their contributions to honor Black history in their community this month! In 2017, middle school students […]
The 2021 Social Justice Impact Hero recipient, social activism runs in Tanya Lozano’s blood. Her uncle was Chicago-based activist Rudy Lozano and her mother, Emma Lozano is also a well-known community activist in Chicago. In 2014, Tanya poured her passion for sports and physical fitness into founding the non-profit organization, Healthy Hood Chicago. The organization, […]
On Monday, Jan. 17, we recognize Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. To honor Dr. King’s life, work, and legacy, here are nine ways to celebrate MLK Day virtually or in person. 1. Cradles to Crayons Chicago’s MLK Day of Service To commemorate Martin Luther King Jr. Day and his legacy of service, Cradles to Crayons […]
It’s a new month, and a fresh start to a new year. Say hello to 2022 with opportunities to get outdoors, safely take in the arts, support local restaurants, and more. Here are the best things to do this January around Chicago. Don’t forget to tag us in your posts on Instagram @betterchicago All Month Take […]
United Airlines is especially honored to sponsor 2021 Essential Service Hero Esther Lindor and her innovative work with food insecurity during this very unprecedented time, creating a safe and efficient way for people to access food throughout the pandemic. In 2019, Esther was one of Lakeview Pantry’s earliest innovators, who helped lead and manage the organization’s online […]
United Airlines is especially honored to sponsor 2021 Essential Service Hero Esther Lindor and her innovative work with food insecurity during this very unprecedented time, creating a safe and efficient way for people to access food throughout the pandemic. In 2019, Esther was one of Lakeview Pantry’s earliest innovators, who helped lead and manage the organization’s online […]
