This Women’s History Month, something meaningful is taking place on the South Side of Chicago.

This is not just a film screening. It is a moment to learn, reflect, and honor a story that changed the world.

Centered around the life of Henrietta Lacks, this event brings awareness to the woman whose cells transformed modern medicine and helped save millions of lives. Her contribution has impacted everything from vaccines to cancer research, yet her story remained unknown for far too long.

Join Project H.O.O.D. on March 25 from 11 AM–1 PM at 6620 S. King Drive for our Fathers Have Rights event. Representatives will be onsite to provide guidance on child support cases, custody matters, modification requests, and other family support services. You do not need to have an active case to attend. This free community event is designed to equip fathers with information, resources, and support to better advocate for themselves and their children.

Basketball fans across the country know what March means. It is the time of year when competition rises, brackets are filled out, and every game matters. The energy of March Madness brings people together around the excitement of the game, and this year Project H.O.O.D. is bringing that same excitement directly to the community.

Project H.O.O.D. continues its commitment to strengthening communities not only through opportunity and leadership, but also through personal well-being and resilience. On March 18, 2026, the organization will host Forge Forward: Strength in Mind and Body, an empowering event designed to help individuals strengthen both their mental and physical health.

Your second chance starts here. Project H.O.O.D., in partnership with Tree House Learning and Development, is offering a free 16-week GED and High School Diploma program beginning March 9 from 5:00–7:00 PM at 6620 S. King Drive in Chicago. T

Project H.O.O.D. is inviting high school and college students to participate in its annual Refuge Summer Camp, an immersive program designed to build leadership skills, provide faith-based mentorship, and offer job opportunities.