Sam Acho is more than just a hard-hitting linebacker for the Chicago Bears. He’s a true philanthropist who believes giving back to others off the field is as important as excelling for his football team. The 28-years-old outside linebacker is going into his third season with the Bears and their team goal is to be […]
Each year, the American Red Cross of Chicago & Northern Illinois honors individuals and groups for acts of great bravery, dedication and service to the community at our Heroes Breakfast. Those honored at this event embody the mission at the American Red Cross: to prevent and alleviate human suffering in the face of emergencies. These heroes […]
On Aug. 29, the Metropolitan Planning Council (MPC) hosted a Chicago River Tour aboard Wendella Boats’ Magnificent Mile Water Taxi. Make It Better was a proud media sponsor of the event. The tour took place ahead of the opening of the Chicago River Edge Ideas Lab, an initiative of the City of Chicago’s Department of Planning […]
Twenty years ago, Karen Thomson founded Literature for All of Us, an organization that uses books and writing to facilitate circles of connection, healing and growth in the face of social inequity, after her 15 years as a professional book group leader focusing on women’s literature. She wanted to do something for people who didn’t have […]
Although Rebuilding Together is a national organization, for the past 21 years the North Suburban Chicago chapter specifically has brought together hundreds in the community into a network of people that can be simply described as “neighbors helping neighbors.” Through the essential work of social workers, more than 500 skilled and unskilled volunteers, faith organizations, […]
For many residents of the North Shore, housing is viewed as an extension of self. Where you live is an opportunity to express your taste, style and personality. However, for many of those who have a mental illness, a safe place to call home is often not even a guarantee. Impact Behavioral Health Partners is looking […]
In liberation’s aftermath, when the truth of the Holocaust was thrust upon the world’s conscience, “Never Again” became a mantra. Yet, today, we are witnessing a rise in Holocaust denial and antisemitism here at home, as evidenced by recent events in Charlottesville — as well as in the very lands where the Holocaust took place. Since […]
Reginald Harris — currently lead social worker at BrightLife Transitional Living Program at Lighthouse Youth and Family Services in Ohio — thought he was making a massive career shift when he left his role as Dance Department Head at The Chicago High School for the Arts (ChiArts®) to pursue a master’s degree in social work. […]
In 1887, with Chicago’s population booming, the streets teemed with homeless, abandoned and neglected boys and young men. They were drawn to the burgeoning industrial mecca by the prospect of work and fortune, but many found exploitation and crime instead. The Rev. Dennis Mahoney outlined a solution for boys like these — a safe home […]
On June 9, 2017, Chicago Shakespeare Theater celebrated its 30th anniversary with GALA 2017 at the theater’s Navy Pier location. The fundraiser broke all past records with a total of $1.74 million raised for Chicago Shakespeare in Classrooms and Communities, which includes the theater’s nationally acclaimed education programs and their free Chicago Shakespeare in the Parks tour. […]
