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Why our work is important

We are creating leaders, strengthening character, seeking to end violence and generational poverty in urban areas. Some of our greatest assets reside in blighted neighborhoods. Our goal is to nurture these human resources and provide them with positive and consistent adult interactions. We focus on building their self-esteem, equipping them with the skills necessary to make appropriate life choices and exposing them to new opportunities. We cannot do this alone. Explore our website to find out how you can help.

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Events

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Nov 2

Nov 2, 2020 – Nov 26, 2020

Enter to Win!

Nov 2, 2020 – Nov 26, 2020

Enter now for your chance to win a brand new 2020 Ford EcoSport! MSRP $21,090.

Nov 2, 2020 – Nov 26, 2020

Nov 3

Nov 3, 2020 – Jan 8, 2021

Amazon Donates!

Nov 3, 2020 – Jan 8, 2021

Make a difference this holiday season. Shop for gifts at smile.amazon.com/ch/45-3964886 to generate donations for Project H.O.O.D. Communities.

Nov 3, 2020 – Jan 8, 2021

Dec 1

Dec 1, 2020

#GivingTuesday

Dec 1, 2020

On Tuesday, December 1, 2020, people all around the world are coming together to tap into the power of human connection and strengthen communities and change our world. Will you be one of them?

Dec 1, 2020

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Win a Ford EcoSport!

Enter now for your chance to win a brand new 2020 Ford EcoSport! MSRP $21,090.

Harvest Fest Fun!

We had a great time kicking off this fun time of year! In partnership with New Beginnings Church, we held our Harvest Fest on October 31st!

We're Moving Dec. 1st!

It was in 2012 that Pastor Corey B. Brooks founded Project H.O.O.D. on the roof of a crime infested motel; the same year that the FBI ranked Chicago as the Murder Capital of the United States.

Gifts of Stock

Donating highly appreciated stock is an easy and tax efficient way to give more to your favorite charity. If you are looking to rebalance your portfolio and trim investment gains, donating stock can help you achieve your investment and philanthropic goals, while minimizing the capital gains tax and maximizing your charitable donation.

Our 4th Relief Event

Chicago–Saturday, October 10, 2020, Project H.O.O.D. held its fourth Coronavirus Relief Event to help families struggling through the pandemic. Over 5,000 people received boxes of fresh fruits, vegetables, canned goods, dry goods, cleaning supplies, personal hygiene items, and hair care products.

25 Samsung Tablets

Meridian, a leading provider of government-sponsored managed care services in Illinois, has awarded Project H.O.O.D.’s Virtual Learning Program 25 Samsung Tablets with keyboards in recognition of the need for technology in urban areas.