Watch: Emily Blunt, Robin Roberts and Other Leading Women Share Inspiration and Advice for the Next Generation

October 11 is International Day of the Girl and ahead of this important youth-led day of awareness and activism, Disney has launched a new video series as part of their #DreamBigPrincess campaign, which encourages kids everywhere to dream big by highlighting the ambitious, independent, empowering qualities not only of Disney princesses but of inspiring real women […]

You Said It: The Impact of Trauma on Our Community

  Yolanda Fields (Chief Program Officer, Adult Support Network) joined Breakthrough in 2003. Yolanda has been recognized for improving program processes and facilitating growth in individuals. Yolanda is also the Director of Women’s Ministry at New Landmark Missionary Baptist Church and sits on the board of the Advocate Charitable Foundation.     In communities across […]

MRW Leadership Board Hosts 3rd Annual ‘Jammin’ in Our Genes’ Benefit on Dec. 1

The Myra Rubenstein Weis (MRW) Leadership Board will host their third annual “Jammin’ in Our Genes” event benefitting NorthShore University HealthSystem on Saturday, Dec. 1. Proceeds from this year’s event will support a mammography screening program for the uninsured and underserved at NorthShore Health Clinic Highland Park in 2019. The “Jammin’ in Our Genes” benefit […]

Chicago’s 24 Top Latina Leaders in Philanthropy and Government

This October, Make It Better celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month as we honor Latina leaders who are making Greater Chicagoland a better place. These dynamic women are among a select group leading nonprofit organizations and government agencies. They possess the qualities of true leaders: confidence, determination, integrity, and passion. And they are as committed to […]