The Greater Chicago Food Depository is Chicago’s food bank, serving as the hub for a network of more than 700 food pantries, soup kitchens, shelters, and community programs across Cook County. Its mission is to end hunger by connecting neighbors with healthy food and addressing the root causes of food insecurity. Through food distribution, advocacy, and job training initiatives, the Food Depository works to ensure that no one in the Chicago community goes hungry.
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is a nationally ranked pediatric hospital dedicated to improving the health and well-being of children through compassionate care, cutting-edge research, education, and advocacy. As one of the leading children’s hospitals in the nation, Lurie Children’s provides comprehensive medical services across every pediatric specialty and serves as a beacon of hope for families throughout Chicago and beyond. Its mission is to ensure that every child receives the highest quality care—regardless of their ability to pay.
Locks of Love is a nonprofit organization that provides custom hair prostheses to children and young adults under 21 who have lost their hair due to medical conditions. The organization’s mission is to help restore confidence, dignity, and a sense of normalcy by offering these prostheses free of charge to families in financial need. Through donated hair and financial contributions, Locks of Love gives children the opportunity to regain their self-esteem and face the world with renewed confidence.
The North Shore Board of the Northwestern Settlement is a volunteer-led organization that supports Northwestern Settlement’s mission to disrupt generational poverty through education, social services, and the arts. Founded over a century ago, the Board raises critical funds and awareness to sustain programs that empower Chicago families to achieve stability and self-sufficiency. Through its long-standing commitment, the North Shore Board continues to be a vital partner in advancing opportunity and equity for the communities Northwestern Settlement serves.
Opportunity Music Project is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing high-quality music education to children from underserved communities. Through free lessons, mentorship, and performance opportunities, the organization empowers students to develop discipline, confidence, and artistic expression. Its mission is to ensure that every child—regardless of financial means—has access to the transformative power of music and the lifelong skills it fosters.
The Night Ministry is a Chicago-based nonprofit that provides housing, health care, and human connection to individuals experiencing homelessness or poverty. Through its mobile outreach programs, youth shelters, and supportive services, the organization meets people where they are—offering compassionate care, dignity, and resources to help them rebuild their lives. Its mission is rooted in the belief that everyone deserves to be seen, heard, and supported, regardless of circumstance.
