ALT Image shows three people wearing yellow t-shirts with the "Chicago Coalition to End Homelessness" logo. They are smiling in front of a backdrop with text that reads "Edrika Fulford Mutual Aid Fund." Below, there's a message about one-time emergency grants of $500 for individuals or families at risk of homelessness, with applications opening Tuesday, October 6 at 10 AM. Traducción realizada con la versión gratuita del traductor DeepL.comImage shows three people wearing yellow t-shirts with the "Chicago Coalition to End Homelessness" logo. They are smiling in front of a backdrop with text that reads "Edrika Fulford Mutual Aid Fund." Below, there's a message about one-time emergency grants of $500 for individuals or families at risk of homelessness, with applications opening Tuesday, October 6 at 10 AM.

ALT La imagen muestra a tres personas con camisetas amarillas con el logotipo de la «Coalición de Chicago para Acabar con la Falta de Hogar». Aparecen sonriendo delante de un fondo en el que se lee «Fondo de Ayuda Mutua Edrika Fulford». Debajo, hay un mensaje sobre ayudas de emergencia únicas de 500 dólares para personas o familias en riesgo de quedarse sin hogar, cuyo plazo de solicitud se abre el martes 6 de octubre a las 10:00 horas. Traducción realizada con la versión gratuita del traductor DeepL.com

ALT Informational graphic for the Edrika Fulford Mutual Aid Fund. Outlines eligibility requirements: must be Illinois resident, 18 years or older, or an unaccompanied youth 16 years or older. Must be currently experiencing homelessness or at risk due to eviction or domestic violence situation. Undocumented individuals and permanent residents are welcome to apply. Includes Chicago Coalition to End Homelessness logo.

ALT Infografía informativa sobre el Fondo de Ayuda Mutua Edrika Fulford. En ella se detallan los requisitos de acceso: es necesario ser residente en Illinois, tener 18 años o más, o ser un joven no acompañado de 16 años o más. Es necesario encontrarse actualmente en situación de sinhogarismo o en riesgo de estarlo debido a un desahucio o a una situación de violencia doméstica. Las personas indocumentadas y los residentes permanentes pueden presentar su solicitud. Incluye el logotipo de la Coalición de Chicago para Acabar con el Sinhogarismo. Traducción realizada con la versión gratuita del traductor DeepL.com

ALT A group of three people is smiling at the camera. Overlay text reads, "Are you passionate about housing justice?" and "Do you want to give your time and energy to ending homelessness?" with a concluding message, "You may be a good fit for CCH's Board of Directors!" The background features a blue pattern of vertical lines and dots.

ALT Bright poster with the text "How to Vote Vote Vote if You Are Experiencing Homelessness" on a blue background.

ALT Image with a blue background featuring the outline of Illinois. Text reads: "Election Day is November 3. All Illinois residents age 18 or older who are experiencing homelessness have the right to vote. It doesn’t matter if you are street-based, living in a shelter, or doubled-up in someone else’s home." The bottom includes the website: chicagohomeless.org/vote.

ALT Key Dates for voting in Chicago are displayed on a blue background. Important dates include: - September 24: Early Voting at Loop Voting Supersite and CBOE Offices. - October 6: Deadline for paper voting application. - October 18: Online registration deadline. - October 19: Early Voting in all Chicago wards. - October 29: Vote By Mail ballot application deadline. - November 2: Last day of Early Voting. - November 3: Election Day. The bottom of the image includes the website chicagohomeless.org/vote.

ALT A family of four smiles while sitting together. The top text reads, "August is National Make-A-Will Month." Below, there's a message: "Provide for the people you love. In about 20 minutes." The bottom features logos for the Chicago Coalition to End Homelessness and FreeWill.

ALT Graphic with title reading "Take Action" over a light yellow background. Two teal text boxes contain text reading "Contact your state legislators TODAY and demand they protect Illinois’ homeless and housing services" and "These programs reduce homelessness by providing immediate assistance, housing, and emergency support. They have shown positive results, yet remain severely underfunded. Ask your legislators to restore HOME Illinois funding to the FY25 level of $290 million." A link to chicagohomeless.org/homeil is highlighted in dark yellow, and a blue tinted image of the Illinois State Capitol building is overlaid over the background.

ALT A graphic with text about SNAP benefits. The header reads, "Did you lose your SNAP benefits this month?" The body text explains that new work requirements began in February, requiring SNAP participants aged 18-64 to work or volunteer at least 80 hours per month or engage in certain training or education to continue receiving benefits. An illustration shows a hand holding an Illinois Link card.

ALT An infographic outlines SNAP work requirements for recipients. It states that one must work 20 hours per week, participate in a SNAP Employment and Training activity, perform community service with a nonprofit for 20 hours per week, or do any combination of these. A card in the corner displays the Illinois Link logo.

ALT Image showing a list titled "The work requirements do NOT apply to anyone who is:" under an Illinois Link heading. The list includes: - Unable to work due to medical reasons. - Identified as Alaskan Native, American Indian, or similar. - Main caretaker of a disabled person. - Living with a child under 14. - Main caretaker for a young child outside the home. - Enrolled in a school or training program. - Enrolled in substance abuse programs. - Receiving benefits. - Pregnant. - Homeless. - Earning less than $935/month.

ALT The image contains information on getting benefits back with assistance from CCH Law Project and Legal Aid Chicago. It provides contact information: CCH Law Project at (800) 940-1119 and Legal Aid Chicago at (312) 341-1070. Logos for both organizations are displayed at the bottom.

ALT Graphic for "Yoga for a Cause" event presented by CCH’s Associate Board. Illustration of a person doing yoga. Event details: We the People, 1229 N North Branch St, Saturday, June 6 at 10:30 AM. Hosted by the Chicago Coalition to End Homelessness.

ALT A graphic for the CCH "Community Organizing Training" event, scheduled for May 27-29, 2026. The "Chicago Coalition to End Homelessness" logo is displayed in the corner. Some individuals hold certificates.

ALT A group of individuals wearing yellow shirts stands together, holding up fists in a gesture of solidarity. The background features a blue grid pattern with the text "Chicago Coalition to End Homelessness" and "Year in Review 2025.

ALT This image features a calendar displaying the date "4/20" with the text "A fresh season deserves a fresh start!" beneath it. It promotes New Leaf Illinois, a network offering free record expungement legal services, and includes their contact number and website. Logos for New Leaf Illinois and Chicago Coalition to End Homelessness are shown at the bottom. The background has a floral pattern.

ALT The image is an advocacy poster featuring the Illinois State Capitol building. On the left, it urges viewers to contact their state representative and vote yes on HB 1429, with a link provided. The right side highlights the importance of passing HB 1429 to prevent local governments from penalizing homelessness. The Chicago Coalition for to End Homelessnes logo is at the bottom.

ALT A graphic from the Chicago Coalition to End Homelessness. Includes the text "Chicago Tribune Editorial Board opposing HB 1429", which is a bill preventing local governments in Illinois from arresting homeless individuals for activities like sleeping outdoors. Alongside the text, there's an image of a Tribune article titled "Before adding new rules on homelessness, let’s enforce the ones we have." The graphic criticizes the editorial's view and highlights the difficulty of arresting people when no shelter options are available.

ALT The image is a graphic featuring a highlighted excerpt from the Chicago Tribune Editorial, titled "The Editorial Board acknowledges, ‘Homelessness is punishing in itself without the fear of being fined or arrested simply for surviving outdoors.’” The text discusses the challenges faced by individuals experiencing homelessness in accessing shelters in Chicago and mentions the inadequacy of available solutions. The excerpt criticizes fines for those unable to secure safe, stable housing.

ALT A graphic with text discussing the negative impact of fines and arrests on people experiencing homelessness. It highlights how these measures create barriers to housing and employment. The text mentions anti-camping ordinances in California and references research by the Chicago Coalition to End Homelessness.

ALT The image is a text graphic advocating for the passage of Illinois Bill HB 1429. It criticizes the Editorial Board for ignoring homelessness causes and emphasizes the need for housing solutions accessible to everyone. The text calls for people to "exist, be in community, and survive," supporting the bill's passage.

ALT The image is a flyer encouraging support for Illinois House Bill 1429. It features the Illinois State Capitol building and large text urging people to contact state representatives to vote yes on HB 1429 by Friday, April 17, to stop local governments from punishing people experiencing homelessness. The flyer includes a link: bit.ly/hb1429yes and is from the Chicago Coalition to End Homelessness.

ALT An image of the Illinois State Capitol building. The text reads, "Take Action. Support HB 1429 to decriminalize homelessness in Illinois." A highlighted box contains the text, "Submit a witness slip to stop Illinois municipalities from punishing people for experiencing homelessness."

ALT A graphic with the title Instructions for submitting a witness slip and the following directions: 1. If not authorized to represent an organization, write 'Self' and 'NA' for specific fields. 2. Under 'Position,' select 'HFA 1' and choose 'Proponent' or 'Opponent.' 3. Select 'Record of Appearance Only.' 4. Agree to 'Terms of Agreement' and click 'Submit Witness Slip.' Confirmation via my.ilga.gov email.

ALT A hand holds a megaphone against a teal background with circular patterns. Text reads, "Chicago Coalition to End Homelessness." A red checkered rectangle highlights the words, "We're Hiring." Below, smaller text reads, "Federal Advocacy Manager".

ALT A group of people sitting in stadium seats, smiling and watching a game. A large baseball with the Chicago Coalition to End Homelessness logo is at the top. Text reads: Cubs Outing with CCH's Associate Board, Tue, May 19, Cubs vs. Brewers, 6:40 PM.

ALT Two individuals in yellow shirts, facing a blue background with text. The text reads: "EDRIKA FULFORD MUTUAL AID FUND is now CLOSED.

ALT Dos personas con camisetas amarillas, frente a un fondo azul con texto. El texto dice: «EDRIKA FULFORD FONDO DE AYUDA MUTUA está CERRADO».