Gala Committee Kick-off Meeting
Oct
28
6:00 PM18:00

Gala Committee Kick-off Meeting

Wanna Ignite Change? Be part of the Ignite & Shine Gala Committee!

The Ignite & Shine Gala is our biggest event of the year! It is a tremendous opportunity to drive change and to bring together community members, stakeholders, and new partners who want to establish new pathways, resources, and opportunities for Chicago's youth facing housing insecurity and homelessness.

Members of the Gala Committee use their personal talents and creativity to host an unforgettable event and raise funds for an incredible cause, ending youth homelessness. Ignite the change you want to see in Chicago. Join the Gala Committee—generate connections, secure live auction items, promote ticket sales help Ignite expand its reach, and have fun!

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Ignite Nights: Open Invite Volunteer Gardening Winterize!
Nov
7
5:00 PM17:00

Ignite Nights: Open Invite Volunteer Gardening Winterize!

Last chance to garden with Ignite this season!

Belfort House Gardening Projects

  • The Ignite Community Garden located on-site at Belfort House provides endless opportunities for volunteers and youth to contribute. Having a garden allows youth to see the benefits of growing food crops and learn how to care for and maintain their outdoor space.

Group Gardening Project Tasks - Volunteers will help with seasonal needs including:

  • Weeding and clearing out debris from bushes and plant beds

  • Harvesting vegetables & flowers

  • Watering pots and beds

  • Raking and Digging

  • Cleaning up grounds around the property

  • Picking Apples from our tree!

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Thanks4Giving Annual Celebration!
Nov
16
4:00 PM16:00

Thanks4Giving Annual Celebration!

Come join us for a fun-filled evening at Ignite's Thanks4Giving event! We are excited to celebrate this special occasion with you. The event will be held at Hatch 41, South State Street, Chicago, IL.

Get ready for a night of delicious food, lively music and great company. It's the perfect opportunity to express our gratitude and give thanks. Mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable experience. We can't wait to see you there!

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Ignite Nights: Open Invite Volunteer Gardening
Oct
14
5:00 PM17:00

Ignite Nights: Open Invite Volunteer Gardening

Belfort House Gardening Projects

  • The Ignite Community Garden located on-site at Belfort House provides endless opportunities for volunteers and youth to contribute. Having a garden allows youth to see the benefits of growing food crops and learn how to care for and maintain their outdoor space.

Group Gardening Project Tasks - Volunteers will help with seasonal needs including:

  • Weeding and clearing out debris from bushes and plant beds

  • Harvesting vegetables & flowers

  • Watering pots and beds

  • Raking and Digging

  • Cleaning up grounds around the property

  • Picking Apples from our tree!

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Aug
22
1:00 PM13:00

Ignite Back-To-School Carnival

You’re Invited to Ignite’s Back-to-School Carnival!

Call for Donations & Volunteers!

We are in need of back-to-school in-kind donations for the following items (but we are always open to new suggestions or offers!) Those listed in bold are highest priority items. 

  • Backpacks 

  • Pens and Pencils 

  • Highlighters and Markers 

  • Binders, Dividers, and Folders 

  • Notebooks (Spiral and Composition) 

  • Looseleaf, Graph, and Construction Paper 

  • Flashcards 

  • Sticky Notes 

  • Rulers/Measuring Tools 

  • Hand Sanitizer 

  • Calculators 

  • Technology and Communications 

  • Charging Blocks 

  • Portable Chargers 

  • Laptops 

  • Tablets 

  • Smart Phones 

  • Hard Drives/USB Keys 

Many youth who face homelessness also work through their education or face parenthood at a young age. You can support these clients through the following 

  • Young Professional Development 

  • You can donate access to resources via GIFT CARDS and MEMBERSHIPS 

  • Staples/Officemax 

  • USPS/FedEx 

  • Google certification gifts 

  • Graphic, Web, Film, and Audio Design tool subscriptions/trials 

  • Adobe, Canva, CutPro, Logic, Squarespace etc. 

  • Professional Clothing 

  • Attire appropriate for school, internships, and jobs 

  • High priority: Belts and Shoes 

  • Parenting Youth Needs 

  • Crayons and Colored Pencils 

  • Coloring books 

  • Glue 

  • Flashcards 

  • Games 

  • Lunch Boxes 

  • Baby Wipes 

Please contact Loryn Hawley (lhawley@ignitepromise.org) for all donation and volunteer inquires.

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