About HomeAid Chicago
Who is HomeAid Chicago?
HomeAid Chicago is a nonprofit organization working in partnership with the Home Builders Association of Greater Chicago. HomeAid Chicago is one of 22 local chapters of HomeAid America.
Our mission is to build dignified housing where homeless families and individuals can rebuild their lives. To achieve this goal, we work to encourage and mobilize the members of the local home building industry to donate to established successful care providers in the Chicagoland community.
Why Help HomeAid Chicago
On any given night, more than a million Americans are homeless. Poverty, lack of affordable housing, eroding job opportunities, mental illness, domestic violence, chemical dependency, desertion or death of a parent or spouse and catastrophic illness all are causes of homelessness. It is clear Chicagoland requires more resources and greater visibility in assisting this needy population. HomeAid Chicago is one such resource that is helping to improve the conditions of Chicago's temporarily homeless individuals and families.
What Volunteering for HomeAid means to ALCA - Dan DeCicco, ALCA Carpentry Contractors
"Making the inital commitment is rewarding in itself. Knowing that you're going to be a part of a larger endeavor that will benefit others less fortunate than you and I. However, to truly understnad the full impact of your participation you'll want to make sure you attend the dedication/opening of your chosen project. When given the opportunity to experience first hand the impact made on the lives of those individuals that directly benefit from all volunteer efforts, it is inspiring to say the least. The feeling of pride and satisfaction in knowing that you participated is overwhelming. In my family we are fond of a saying, "he ain't heavy Father . . . he's my brother." Participating should be a consideration of any successful business. It is at ALCA."
How does HomeAid Chicago work?
HomeAid Chicago uses a proven model, an easy three step process:
- Select a worthy care provider that is in need of a new facility or renovation of an existing structure in order to serve a larger number of temporarily homeless individuals or families.
- Recruit a volunteer “builder captain” who coordinates the construction and assists in securing trade partners to provide in-kind labor, materials or services.
- Ensure that this team works together to complete the project
About HomeAid
Contact
1841 W. Army Trail Road
Addison, IL 60101
Phone: (630) 627-7575 x 221
Fax: (630) 627-7580
Support us
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