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July 2021
BUILD Summer Camp
We are looking forward to providing youth a fun-filled Summer through our 2021 Day Camp program in two amazing Chicago neighborhoods. We will be engaging in fun, safe activities that will include sports, arts, and outdoor activities!
Find out more »August 2021
The Coco Calixto All-Star Game
Partnering with San Lucas Church, this event is a tribute to Coco Calixto and his belief that all young people should be able to enjoy sports is at the heart of this softball game, which promotes peace among the players who represent several Chicago neighborhoods. Come out and join the fun, perfect for the entire family!
Find out more »One Summer Chicago End of Summer Showcase
This summer, in collaboration with One Summer Chicago and After School Matters, BUILD hired over 200 teens for summer employment. Youth were engaged in programs covering civic engagement, gardening, cooking, jewelry-making and entrepreneurship, performing arts, digital media, and journalism. We celebrate their successes during this summer showcase.
Find out more »Hoops in the Hood
With support from LISC Chicago, BUILD is proud to offer our annual installment of Hoops in the Hood, bringing community-centered athletics, while “taking back” streets that have experienced violence, creating safe spaces for youth and adults to build positive relationships, and fostering a sense of community. In addition to basketball and community engagement, Hoops in the Hood serves as a point of entry for BUILD’s year-round programming, extending the project’s impact beyond the summer. In this way, BUILD’s Hoops in…
Find out more »BUILD End of Summer Bash!
A day-long festival that connects youth, family, and community! Grab the sunglasses and sunscreen and join us for an outdoor party that both kids and parents will love. Have a blast with great activities that include community resources, an art and STEM fair, inflatables, a climbing wall, food, 3-on-3 basketball, and live entertainment on the main stage! For more information, call 773-227-2880
Find out more »Hoops in the Hood
With support from LISC Chicago, BUILD is proud to offer our annual installment of Hoops in the Hood, bringing community-centered athletics, while “taking back” streets that have experienced violence, creating safe spaces for youth and adults to build positive relationships, and fostering a sense of community. In addition to basketball and community engagement, Hoops in the Hood serves as a point of entry for BUILD’s year-round programming, extending the project’s impact beyond the summer. In this way, BUILD’s Hoops in…
Find out more »Hoops in the Hood
With support from LISC Chicago, BUILD is proud to offer our annual installment of Hoops in the Hood, bringing community-centered athletics, while “taking back” streets that have experienced violence, creating safe spaces for youth and adults to build positive relationships, and fostering a sense of community. In addition to basketball and community engagement, Hoops in the Hood serves as a point of entry for BUILD’s year-round programming, extending the project’s impact beyond the summer. In this way, BUILD’s Hoops in…
Find out more »Hoops in the Hood
With support from LISC Chicago, BUILD is proud to offer our annual installment of Hoops in the Hood, bringing community-centered athletics, while “taking back” streets that have experienced violence, creating safe spaces for youth and adults to build positive relationships, and fostering a sense of community. In addition to basketball and community engagement, Hoops in the Hood serves as a point of entry for BUILD’s year-round programming, extending the project’s impact beyond the summer. In this way, BUILD’s Hoops in…
Find out more »BUILD Peace Ride
Join BUILD as we ride through the West Side to promote peace in our community! We will meet at BUILD campus at 9am, ride-off is at 10am. All ages are welcome. Water and light snacks will be provided. Register today (Link will be available soon) Please bring your bike. *Limited Divvy bikes will be available on a first come first serve basis. Request through registration link!
Find out more »Hoops in the Hood
With support from LISC Chicago, BUILD is proud to offer our annual installment of Hoops in the Hood, bringing community-centered athletics, while “taking back” streets that have experienced violence, creating safe spaces for youth and adults to build positive relationships, and fostering a sense of community. In addition to basketball and community engagement, Hoops in the Hood serves as a point of entry for BUILD’s year-round programming, extending the project’s impact beyond the summer. In this way, BUILD’s Hoops in…
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