Nick Malone
- Jul 15
- 2 min
How Shaquitta's Investment In Her Future Paid Off
Shaquitta came to Association House looking for a jumpstart to support her son. Six years later, her career is more than she ever imagined!
Maddie Starr
- Dec 18, 2023
- 2 min
Workforce Development Programs Open Doors for Tomica
Tomica, a resilient single mother, always had the determination to succeed. Though her early life had its share of challenges, Tomica mainta
Juan Carlos Linares
- Dec 10, 2023
- 1 min
Your 2023 Annual Report is Here!
Dear Friends, As we reflect on a year of resilience, resistance and reimagination, I am moved by the unwavering commitment of you - our...
Development
- Sep 27, 2023
- 2 min
How Chef Gets Inspired in the Kitchen and the Classroom
Introducing Association House's Culinary Program Facilitator, Chef Tenoch Ang! After many years of planning and strategizing, Association...
Abby Ellis
- Aug 14, 2023
- 2 min
Starting Over
Four years ago, Renease never could have imagined her life as it is today. In 2019, Renease was diagnosed with cancer. Shortly afterward, sh
Development
- Jan 5, 2023
- 2 min
Graduating into a New Future
Association House High School knows that not everyone’s journey is the same. A person will face challenges that will get in the way of...
Juan Carlos Linares
- Jan 1, 2023
- 1 min
Our 2022 Annual Report is Here!
Association House presents our 2022 Annual Report.
Abby Ellis
- Oct 25, 2022
- 2 min
A Veteran’s Journey from Homelessness to Banking Professional
For several years, Deaunte and his family experienced prolonged housing insecurity. Finally, in 2016, there was hope.
Development
- Sep 26, 2022
- 2 min
New Grant Partner Shows Up in a Big Way
Association House works to address real need in our community. Now, McDonald’s is right alongside us, with funding and a helping hand....
Shrina Patel
- Apr 18, 2022
- 1 min
Staff Highlight: Sawyer Knibbe
Meet Sawyer, he's our supervisor for Workforce Development and oversees our programs. In honor of Financial Literacy Month, he shares his...
Shrina Patel
- Apr 18, 2022
- 2 min
Staff Highlight: Luz Hernandez
Luz is our Financial Careers Facilitator and part of our Workforce Development team. In honor of Financial Literacy Month, she shares her...
Shrina Patel
- Apr 14, 2022
- 1 min
Staff Highlight: Sherri Richardson
Sherri is our Financial Careers Facilitator and part of Association House's Workforce Development team. In honor of Financial Literacy...
Shrina Patel
- Mar 22, 2022
- 3 min
A Determined Mom’s Hope for a Better Future
Like so many Association House participants, nothing could stop #TechReady participant Matty from building a better future for her family.
Shrina Patel
- Mar 18, 2022
- 2 min
Staff Highlight: Hind Elbanna
Hind is our Technology Training instructor for our Tech#Ready program and part of Association House Workforce Development. Her favorite...
Shrina Patel
- Feb 22, 2022
- 2 min
Staff Highlight: Danielle Kenny
Danielle is the Program Coordinator on Association House's Workforce Development Team.
Shrina Patel
- Dec 21, 2021
- 4 min
Staff Highlight: Michael Barnes
Michael is one of our new staff members part of the Workforce program at the house. He returned to Association House as our new Career...
Development
- Dec 21, 2020
- 1 min
From Unemployed to Multiple Offers
When Yesica came to Association House, she was a single mom from the Back of the Yards neighborhood in Chicago. She was facing...
