COMMUNITY EVENTS

Join BUILD at Chicago Public Schools' annual Back2School Bash and supply drive on August 11. We will be at Michele Clark High School in Austin with music, food, games, school supplies, and more. There will be health resources such as free immunizations, school-required physicals and eye exams (by appointment only). Volunteer: https://bit.ly/3JF5ewz Donate Target Registry:…

Join us every Wednesday at Columbus Park! The Donna Dudley Peace Project Softball League is one of the longest-running BUILD events. Through collaborative efforts, BUILD teams up with other organizations and coalitions that are committed to remediating gang-related violence. The Peace League brings together active members, those who are no longer involved and police to…

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. See the schedule here!

Looking for a chance to relax, refresh, revitalize and support BUILD's young people? Join our Associate Board for a special National Wellness Month virtual yoga event! All proceeds benefit BUILD Clinical and Community Wellness programming, and all skill levels are welcome! This is a great opportunity to get involved from the comfort of your home,…

In honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month, BUILD will host a Community Pop-up on the corner of California and Division. Join us as we aim to lift up and bring lasting change to neighborhoods through food, music and cultural activities. WHEN: Thursday, September 15, 2022 TIME: 1-4 PM WHERE: On the corner of California and…

“There comes a point where we need to stop just pulling people out of the river. We need to go upstream and find out why they're falling in.” ~ Desmond Tutu The Peace and Justice Center's 4-Day Restorative Justice Training starts on Monday, September 26, and goes through Thursday, September 29. Restorative Justice (RJ) is a…

Wednesday, October 19, 2022 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM Learn about our services and enjoy an evening for the entire family! Join us for our first Family Night at Nash Elementary. We'll have basketball, board games, karaoke, contests, food and more. Need more information? Contact Kenyotta Stewart at kenyottastewart@buildchicago.org

Saturday, October 22, 11 AM to 3 PM  Join us at the Kelly Hall YMCA for an afternoon brunch in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. There will be live entertainment, guest speakers, and breast cancer resources. For more information, contact Kenyotta Stewart at kenyottastewart@buildchicago.org

BUILD will be honoring veterans with a Veterans Day Community Pop-up this Friday! Join us on the corner of North Avenue & Kedzie from 12 - 3 PM.   

We are once again partnering with RSM US for our annual Coat Drive!For many of our youth and their families, finding a warm coat that fits is a crucial challenge each year. Without one, a young person can struggle to go to school, attend BUILD programs, escape dangerous situations, or stay healthy. A good coat can mean hope and safety,…

Saturday, December 17 11 AM - 3 PM 'Tis the season to be jolly! BUILD and Kelly Hall YMCA are partnering to spread some holiday cheer to the community. Join us at the Kelly Hall YMCA for Breakfast with Santa - a family-friendly event with food, fun, gifts and games. For more information, contact Kenyotta…