Illinois

At the heart of our mission in Illinois is a commitment to making a tangible impact in the lives of our community members. From legal justice to food access, civic engagement, and storytelling for change, our initiatives reflect a deep belief: everyone deserves the tools to thrive.

Barriers to Employment Expungement Clinics

Through our Sealing and Expungement Legal Clinics, we provide hands-on support to help individuals clear their records and reclaim their future.

-Free legal consultations with experienced attorneys
-On-site support with paperwork and filing
-Fresh groceries are provided at every clinic
-Partnerships with EndPP, Ascend, Focus for Health, and others

Food Insecurity

We know justice includes access to food. That’s why we host food giveaways, pair groceries with our legal clinics, and are building community-rooted solutions by creating a Community Farm.

-Fresh produce and essential groceries at every event
-Upcoming Englewood Community Farm launch
-Community engagement around food sovereignty
-Over 10,000 households supported through food access work

Art for Impact: ChangeFest International Film Festival

Each year, ChangeFest brings together global filmmakers and local changemakers to spotlight stories that shake hearts and spark action.

-Films focused on justice, healing, and social change
-Panel discussions, workshops, and artist meetups
-Held across Chicago, L.A., and Atlanta
-Over 50 films screened, thousands engaged

Civic Engagement

We empower everyday people to become powerful advocates through civic education and policy change.

-Grassroots civics training sessions
-Support around voting rights and voter registration
-Legislative advocacy and policy drafting
-Over 100 pieces of legislation introduced, 30+ passed

Enjoy photos from past events!

Current / Past Events

Join us this Saturday at 11am for an egg-stra special Easter event filled with free Easter baskets courtesy of @portministries 🐣, food, games, music, good vibes, and family fun! 🗓️ Saturday 4/19 ⏰ 11a -2p 📍 Williams Fieldhouse 2850 S. State
🐣💛We’re kicking off National Volunteer Week a little early — and we need your help! This Saturday(4/19), join us as we pass out Easter baskets (courtesy of @portministries ) and spread some joy in the community. Williams Fieldhouse 28
This Black Maternal Health Week, we uplift the voices, stories, and solutions rooted in love, justice, and lived experience. 💜 We’re honored to stand beside Brittany Burns @officialbrittanyburns and her family in continuing the legacy of her
Join Us on April 16, 2025: 📍 Where: Georgia Supreme Court, Atlanta 🕒 Time: Gather by 8:00 AM (hearing begins at 10:00 AM) ✊ Bring: Signs of solidarity (respectful and non-confrontational), your voice, and your resolve. Share this message, ca
🫐🌱Join @blackoakscenter for a Blueberry Crop Mob! Help us plant hundreds of blueberry bushes on two sister farms, learn why Pembroke’s unique Sand Savanna is perfect for berries, and be part of making Pembroke the future berry capital of Illi
📣 You want safety? Then stop punishing people forever. People can’t rebuild their lives if every door stays locked. Let’s be clear—record clearance doesn’t erase accountability. It restores opportunity. It opens doors that s
📣We’ve got some news… For the first time ever, we’re building a community farm—and we want you to be part of it. The 66th & Winchester Community Farm is our newest project, transforming vacant land into a space for heal
It’s Second Chance Month! A time to honor the power of redemption—and take action to dismantle the systems that deny people the opportunity to rebuild. The Second Chance clinics that we collaborate with directly address the devastating
Why clutter the Earth when you can give back to someone in need. Consider looking up the closest Chicago Housing Authority @chicagohousingauthority to drop off your used items to.