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I volunteer at fish. They go over and above to help those neighbors in need. The food bank and Back Pack programs help provide food for families. They help the elderly with transportation and visits.... more
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![Collective Chicago]()
Collective Chicago
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- Chicago, IL
5 stars 4 reviews
Jonny Imerman CLOZTALK ImermanAngels wrote:
Collective Chicago has such an important mission of supporting the homeless in Chicago and providing resources and education to get them back on their feet! Founder Dan Minea is as passionate and as pure and focused as they come! GREAT... more »
Children & Youth
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![Access Living of Metropolitan Chicago]()
Access Living of Metropolitan Chicago
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
3.66667 stars 3 reviews
Writer wrote:
Access Living has walked beside us during one of our family's darkest times. My daughter became disabled while attending an inaccessible public school. Their advocacy and knowledge of the system were invaluable. They protected her from being relocated... more »
Civil Rights
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![A Safe Haven Foundation]()
A Safe Haven Foundation
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
4.82609 stars 23 reviews
AmericanFan wrote:
From the moment you walk in the door you are inspired. It is truly a one of a kind model that I support because I have seen and met many homeless people and entire families that live there working and actively engaged to overcome their own root causes... more »
Education
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![Women Employed]()
Women Employed
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
4.99213 stars 127 reviews
jeanine wrote:
Women Employed is a smart, interesting and important Nonprofit for women of Illinois. It is a clearing house for all issues that are important to women. It invites you to participate on any level that you are comfortable with as well as offering information... more »
Civil Rights
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![Salt And Light Coalition NFP]()
Salt And Light Coalition NFP
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
5 stars 7 reviews
ckck wrote:
Joined this program when I was homeless and could not find work. I didn't know anything about being in the workplace and it was intimidating to even go to an interview. But Salt n Light helped me totally change, and build confidence and learn that my... more »
Job Training
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![La Casa Norte]()
La Casa Norte
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
4.92857 stars 70 reviews
Wendy38 wrote:
La Casa Norte does truly incredible work and fills a void by providing services to youth and their families. The organization is extraordinarily well run and efficient with their dollars. more »
Job Training
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![Career Transitions Center Of Chicago]()
Career Transitions Center Of Chicago
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
5 stars 1 review
ctcglad wrote:
Ctc has helped me to learn to effectively network, research, write a resume, and interview with innovative techniques. I'm so thankful for the jobs I've obtained through their help. First, I found a job conducting and Chinese choir for a years and... more »
Job Training
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![The Midwest Brain Injury Clubhouse]()
The Midwest Brain Injury Clubhouse
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
5 stars 1 review
Jonny Imerman CLOZTALK ImermanAngels wrote:
GREAT mission, GREAT team! the CLOZTALK team is honored to call this org a partner & promote its good work! CLOZTALK team >> Jonny Imerman, co-founder more »
Job Training
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![Institute For Latino Progress]()
Institute For Latino Progress
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
5 stars 1 review
Jonny Imerman CLOZTALK ImermanAngels wrote:
GREAT mission, GREAT team! the CLOZTALK team is honored to call this org a partner & promote its good work! CLOZTALK team >> Jonny Imerman, co-founder more »
Children & Youth
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![Inner-City Computer Stars Foundation]()
Inner-City Computer Stars Foundation
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
4.93103 stars 29 reviews
sgreen wrote:
The Inner-City Computer Stars Foundation has given me a very new perspective of life,the world,and technology. As an intern or a current client I.C.Stars has broadened my scope of how life can be. I have had the opportunity to sit and be present with... more »
Job Training
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![Code Platoon]()
Code Platoon
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
5 stars 11 reviews
Dave H.3 wrote:
I hired two Code Platoon grads at Raise.com and they were both fantastic software engineers, with fantastic attitudes. In a strong mentoring environment or an environment that appreciates people who can get up to speed quickly, I think Code Platoon excels. more »
Job Training
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![PODER]()
PODER
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
5 stars 1 review
Elliot E. wrote:
I interned with PODER over the summer and continue to volunteer with PODER, and the organization is filled with competent and passionate individuals looking to serve their community. I had a wonderful experience with the internship and was able to interact... more »
Education
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![Advocates for Adolescent Mothers]()
Advocates for Adolescent Mothers
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
4.875 stars 112 reviews
L.S. Harris wrote:
The odds are against young men and women who have children at early ages. Many fail to realize that these young men and women are very resilient, and with proper support from the community and others who care, these young people can go on to become productive,... more »
Civil Rights
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![Center for Changing Lives]()
Center for Changing Lives
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
5 stars 1 review
CSWM19 wrote:
Center for Changing Lives is a wonderful place. I did my internship there so I got to see what most people don't get to see on a daily basis. Everyone of the staff members made me feel welcomed, and I will always be grateful for all of the knowledge each... more »
Job Training
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![Lester and Rosalie Anixter Center]()
Lester and Rosalie Anixter Center
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
5 stars 22 reviews
denise11 wrote:
Anixter Center is a wonderful place to volunteer and work. Staff is friendly and helpful. They have an extensive list of programs and services they have to help individuals with disabilities. It was great to interact with some of the clients who were... more »
Disabilities
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![Easterseals]()
Easterseals
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
3.18182 stars 11 reviews
Bill Johnson wrote:
Here’s some useful information. In 2009 Jim Williams, Easter Seals CEO, made a little over $700K. In 2010 he got a generous increase to almost $790K. This is all public information, available on any charity's tax filings. "But organizations must pay... more »
Job Training
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![COMMUNITY ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS]()
COMMUNITY ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
2 stars 1 review
Langley wrote:
I am not quite sure about CAPs. The employment placement specialists are seem to help some clients more than others. I feel like I am "warehoused", where I just add to the body-count for funding, and that I am given just enough attention to use the... more »
Job Training
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![Human Resources Development Institute Inc]()
Human Resources Development Institute Inc
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
4.88889 stars 9 reviews
Laura212 wrote:
i AM MOST IMPRESSED WITH THE SERVICE THIS ORGANIZATION PROVIDES TO A VERY NEEDY SEGMENT OF OUR POPULATION. MENTAL HEALTH SERVICE IS DWINDLING IN CHICAGO. THE CITIZENS WHO ARE MOST VULNERABLE AND MOST IN NEED ARE SUFFERING.. I AM GRATEFUL TO KNOW HUMAN... more »
Job Training
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![Illinois Technology Foundation]()
Illinois Technology Foundation
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
5 stars 23 reviews
Willie111647 wrote:
I have had the pleasure of serving on the Board of this organization for the past 5 years. The Foundation is a 100% volunteer organization with over 300 active volunteers. In 2013, we gave back over $1,000,000 in financial and in-kind services to the... more »
Job Training
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![Lincoln Park Community Shelter]()
Lincoln Park Community Shelter
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
5 stars 10 reviews
Brad S. wrote:
My wife and I started volunteering more than 10 years ago as dinner volunteers. Twice a month we purchase, prepare and serve food for 35 male and female guests. LPCS is a wonderful place to volunteer because you feel like you're really making an impact.... more »
Mental Health
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![Inspiration Corporation]()
Inspiration Corporation
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
5 stars 2 reviews
IC Volunteer wrote:
Inspiration Corporation is a wonderful organization that helps the homeless and those at risk of becoming homeless with supportive services that they need to help themselves. more »
Job Training
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![PROLOGUE, INC]()
Job Training
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![Youth Guidance]()
Youth Guidance
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
0 stars 0 reviews
Youth Guidance creates and implements school-based programs that enable at-risk children to overcome obstacles, focus on their... more »
Children & Youth
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![JANE ADDAMS RESOURCE CORPORATION]()
JANE ADDAMS RESOURCE CORPORATION
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
0 stars 0 reviews
Our mission statement: "The Jane Addams Resource Corporation (JARC) promotes strong communities,businesses and households to ensure... more »
Education
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![Urban Outreach Foundation]()
Children & Youth
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![CHICAGO FEDERATION OF LABOR WORKERS ASSISTANCE COMMITTEE]()
CHICAGO FEDERATION OF LABOR WORKERS ASSISTANCE COMMITTEE
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
0 stars 0 reviews
The primary purpose of the committee is to be involved in the economic and/or workforce development initiatives. Our services... more »
Job Training
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![Forest Preserve Foundation Inc]()
Forest Preserve Foundation Inc
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
0 stars 0 reviews
Our mission is to engage in protecting and restoring the treasured natural habitats with the forest preserve of cook county and... more »
Job Training
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![CARA PROGRAM]()
CARA PROGRAM
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
0 stars 0 reviews
The Cara Program (TCP) assistsmotivated individuals affected by homelessness and poverty to transform theirlives and achieve... more »
Education
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![HHPLIFT]()
HHPLIFT
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
0 stars 0 reviews
To forge economic independence through workforce and business opportunities for people overcoming barriers to fair wage employment. more »
Job Training
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![Field Of Dreams Visionary Center, Inc.]()
Field Of Dreams Visionary Center, Inc.
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
0 stars 0 reviews
We exist to eradicate homelessness and build wealth. We will accomplish our mission by providing employment opportunities, permanent... more »
Mental Health
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![Global Executive Council Services]()
Global Executive Council Services
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
0 stars 0 reviews
To empower and educate women, minorities, and immigrants to excel in their lives, careers, and businesses. more »
Job Training
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![Spiral Group, Inc.]()
Children & Youth
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![Ur Chicago Alliance]()
Job Training
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