< Back Tangela Feemster Enyia Tangela Feemster Enyia is Director of External Affairs at Commonwealth Edison Company (ComEd), a unit of Chicago-based Exelon Corporation providing to service to approximately 4 million customers across northern Illinois, or 70 percent of the state’s population. Tangela and her team are ComEd’s front-line liaisons to municipalities across the Chicago-Maywood Region, which covers the City of Chicago and 28 suburbs. An active volunteer with several organizations across Chicago, Tangela and her family have spent time in service at the Pacific Garden Mission, The Chicago Food Depository, and Project H.O.O.D. She formerly served on The Harris Council, an alumni board of The University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy. Why I Serve? n/a

Association House fills critical gaps for low-income individuals and families in Chicago through wrap-around programs that expand opportunity, stability, and community impact. You help create real change in our community. individuals served, impacting 10,000+ family members. of donor funds invested across 35+ programs in five impact areas, all under one roof. $ total donors, including 50+ Good Deeds Society members. Donate Now Our Impact Association House is a vibrant, inclusive home for people on a journey to live their fullest lives. We tackle instability in our neighborhood head-on, offering programs in constant communication with each other—all under one roof. Living Wage Jobs 60+ adults with disabilities and long-term health needs transitioned from nursing facilities to independent living. 350+ adults graduated from career training through our Workforce Development programs. 700+ individuals secured fresh fruits and vegetables through our food pantry, a 52% increase from last year. 40+ individuals received affordable homebuying legal services resulting in the closing and purchasing of a home. 30+ youth earned their high school diploma at Association House High School. 100+ children remained free from abuse and neglect through our Child Welfare team. Every day, lives are transformed . Welcoming LUCHA's New Co-Executive Director, Rosa Y. Ortiz! Introducing the newest member of LUCHA's leadership team. Association House Creates and Pilots New Pathway to Behavioral Health Careers The first year of our Behavioral Health Pre-Apprenticeship introduced students to countless career possibilities. How Association House Staff Leveled Up Their Skills in 2026 This year, Association House staff earned licenses, attended conferences, and thought big about their careers. 1 2 3 4 5 Whether it’s education, housing, workforce training, or mental health, the House is intentional about wrapping around participants and helping them move to a better place. Cindy, Association House Board Member Our Dedicated Network of Donors Association House is honored to have a donor network of more than 500 supporters who invest in this work. This collective power fuels impact. Click the button below to view our full donor honor roll. Donor Honor Roll Join the Good Deeds Society! Want to make an impact all year long? Through monthly giving with the 'Good Deeds Society,' you provide reliable and sustainable support to the community Association House has served for 126 years and counting. Join the Good Deeds Society 2025: A Year in Full Bloom Association House’s impact is rooted in advancing each person's full participation in the life of their families, communities, and society. Explore our 2025 Annual Report to see how Association House is creating lasting pathways to health, stability, and opportunity across Chicago. Read More

Provide training to participants utilizing select program curriculum on the operational fundamentals of Solar PV Installation, including classroom, lab, and installation site activities. Provide coaching and mentoring to ensure program participants have the competence and confidence to present themselves as a qualified and committed candidates for entry level clean energy industry positions. Associates Degree in related field preferred. The annual salary is $60,000K -$65,000k per year < Back Solar PV Installation Training Facilitator Apply Now Job Type Full Time About the Role Provide training to participants utilizing select program curriculum on the operational fundamentals of Solar PV Installation, including classroom, lab, and installation site activities. Provide coaching and mentoring to ensure program participants have the competence and confidence to present themselves as a qualified and committed candidates for entry level clean energy industry positions. Associates Degree in related field preferred. The annual salary is $60,000K -$65,000k per year Requirements NABCEP PV Associate Certification. NCCER Trainer Certification. OSHA 10/30 certification. CPR/First Aid certification. Minimum of 3 years of experience working solar installation or related construction work. Experience in facilitating professional adult training (trainer, teacher, instructor, or educator). Demonstrated ability to effectively interact and have an interest in serving justice involved participant population. Experience in recruiting, assessing, enrolling, career coaching and placing participants strongly preferred. Skills in basic carpentry. Physical ability to perform activities related to solar installation work, including but not limited to: standing for long periods (sometimes on a sloped surface), bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling, twisting, working above the shoulders, working with manual and electric hand tools, repetitive motions, lifting and carrying up to 50lbs, working in direct sunlight, working with trip hazards, and working at heights. Flexibility to work evening and weekends to meet program operations and needs. Proficiency in MS Office Suite and data entry. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred. Benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; 401(k) with employer match; paid vacation time, 13 paid holidays + 2 floating holidays Equal Opportunity Employer Association House of Chicago does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, marital status, pregnancy, order of protection status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, military status or an unfavorable discharge from military service and any other classification protected by local, State, or Federal law. Application Instructions Please email Yvonne Rodriguez, Human Resources Coordinator with your resume and cover letter directly at yrodriguez@associationhouse.org .

Make a difference, today. We are always in need of items for our programs. Check out our different wishlists, and see exactly where your support is going. Give Items How You Can Help A gift in-kind is direct, tangible support for our participants. In July, we collect backpacks and supplies for school-age children; in November, toys and games for our kids; and throughout the year, we collect non-perishable food items for basic needs. There are many ways you can help us at the house. We need various items for our different departments and events. Take a look below to find the way you can best help give today. Toy Drive Tool Kit Toy Drive Tool Kit Our annual Holiday Toy Drive helps provide gifts for foster children in our Child Welfare programs that they'll cherish forever. Each year, we provide the option to purchase gifts from our kids' wishlist, sponsor individual children, or host a toy drive of your own in your community. Shop This Year's Wishlist Sponsor a Child Download the Toolkit Back 2 School Items The annual Back to School Health Fair connects neighborhood families with everything they need to send their children back to school ready for success. From school supplies and local resources to vaccines and full physicals, this giant block party has something for everyone and truly brings the community together. View our list of Back 2 School items here . Food Pantry Items Many adults face food insecurity. To combat this, our food pantry offers a variety of goods from non-perishables, cooking essentials and even tasty treats. It is open to all our program participants and staff. View our list of items here . Contact If you are interested in setting up an in-kind drive with your personal network, or at your workplace, please email Drew Williams , Donor Experience Manager, to get started. Related Content Give Now Learn More Matching Gifts Learn More Shop Our Wishlists Learn More

< All Staff Ms. LaKim Lockett llockett@associationhouse.org YMP Mentor & Aventa Lab Coordinator How long have you worked in your field? I have been a mentor for three months. What inspires you as a mentor? The smiles and joy of helping others succeed. What is one fun fact about yourself? I love to dance. Related Content Afterschool Programs Learn More Mentoring Programs Learn More Curriculum Learn More

Are you ready to change a life? We appreciate any and all donations, whether they be monetary, in kind, or volunteer hours. We can't do it without you. Ways to Give Supporters like you fuel our social impact. The success of those we serve relies on your contributions to Association House of Chicago. Find the way to give that works for you and change a life today! Give Now Your gift today will make an immediate impact on those we serve and our mission year round. Click the button below to make an online, Paypal or Venmo gift. Give Now Give Items Your gifts of toys, school supplies, and food items make a real difference for families. Learn how to go bigger with a collection drive of your own! Learn more Wills & Estate Gifts If you’ve supported Association House your whole life or you’ve always wanted to make a significant gift, a will or estate gift might be for you. Learn More Corporate Partnership Through team-building projects, in-kind drives, and event sponsorship, your corporate allyship invests in our community’s advancement. Join Us Good Deeds, Good Neighbors Through monthly giving with the 'Good Deeds Society,' you provide reliable and sustainable support to the community Association House has served for over 125 years. Give Monthly Give Through a DAF Donor-advised fund giving is made easy with our DAF Direct tool. Click through to schedule your secure DAF gift today. Learn More Vehicle Donations Why not turn your old car into cash for programs and a mission you love? Our Vehicle Donation Program makes it quick and easy! Learn more Give Stocks You can make an impact with a stock gift while minimizing your own tax liability. The form linked below will give you all you need to get started. Stocks Form Facebook Fundraiser Start a campaign today – for your birthday, wedding, or other important event – and you’ll be funding life-changing programs for children and families. Start Now Shop Our Wish List Want to directly support a program you love? Check out their wish-lists of items carefully selected by program staff to impact our community. Shop Now Foundation & Corporate Partners

Bhavini Shah, MBA, is a Customer Success Director of Healthcare & LifeSciences at Salesforce. < Back Bhavini Shah Bhavini Shah, MBA, is a Customer Success Director of Healthcare & LifeSciences at Salesforce. She received her MBA in Strategy, Marketing and Finance from University of Chicago-Booth School of Business. She is experienced in helping organizations through times of transformation. Why I Serve? I’ve been working in Healthcare for a long time and have seen the intersection of health and economic well-being and the role of public, private and social organizations. The Association House brings a holistic, empathy-based approach with tangible results that is unique and has proven to work for over 100 years. The opportunity to be part of that story and give back using my knowledge and experiences is my small way of helping out - contributing to a better community and better trajectory for individuals to achieve more with the right support.

PSR is a day program offering group and individual services to build relationships and teach independent living skills to maximize self-sufficiency. Psychosocial Rehabilitation How We Help Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) is a therapeutic day program that offers group and individual services aimed at building relationships and teaching independent living skills to maximize participants’ self-sufficiency and role function in the community. Our Approach Participants engage in the program anywhere between six months and two years depending on their individual needs and treatment goals. The program covers a wide range of topics, designed to help participants manage their mental illness, stay healthy, and increase their ability to live independently. The program meets Monday through Thursday, from 8:30 am to 2:30 pm. Breakfast and lunch are served daily, and several breaks are scheduled throughout the day. All services are provided in Spanish and English. Experiences in the program: Groups and individual skill building activities’ Attend local events and attractions Recreational activities Mental health advocacy opportunities NAMI walk for mental health awareness Visiting local museums and music events Through group we learn: Coping Skills and Self Advocacy Symptom Management for: Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia Medication Management Healthy Living and Relationships Social and Communication Skills Safety at Home and in the Community Money Management and Decision Making "In PSR, I learned anger management, communication skills, and how to take care of my mental health. If it hadn’t been for Association House, I would probably be dead or living on the streets." - Program Participant Eligibility & Costs We provide services to individuals with Medicaid coverage at no cost to the participant. We accept all Medicaid plans. We are unable to accept any private insurance. 92% of participants will increase their understanding/knowledge regarding their mental illness and medicine management. FAQs Do you provide transportation? We can help set up transportation. Related Programs Counseling Learn More Developmental Disabilities Learn More Drop-In Center Learn More

Provides short term voluntary services to assigned families and makes reasonable efforts to stabilize, strengthen, enhance, and preserve family life by providing services that enable children to remain safely at home. The hourly rate is $24.20. < Back Bilingual Case Manager Intact Family Services Apply Now Job Type Full Time About the Role Provides short term voluntary services to assigned families and makes reasonable efforts to stabilize, strengthen, enhance, and preserve family life by providing services that enable children to remain safely at home. The hourly rate is $24.20. Requirements Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university preferably in social work, psychology, sociology, or a related field. Minimum of 2 years direct service experience with infants, children or adolescents. Bilingual Spanish/English required. Child Welfare Employee License (CWEL) preferred and /or must obtain CWEL and required Child Welfare Case Management Certifications (CANS, Norman, and CANTS/LEADS) within the 90 day orientation period. Must have daily use of a car, current insurance, valid driver’s license, and a driving record acceptable to Agency insurance carrier and DCFS Benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; 401(k) with employer match; paid vacation time, 13 paid holidays + 2 floating holidays Equal Opportunity Employer Association House of Chicago does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, marital status, pregnancy, order of protection status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, military status or an unfavorable discharge from military service and any other classification protected by local, State, or Federal law. Application Instructions Please email Yvonne Rodriguez, Human Resources Coordinator with your resume and cover letter directly at yrodriguez@associationhouse.org .

Audra attended Valparaiso University School of Law and now she’s the President and CEO of the Shriver Center on Poverty Law here in Chicago. < Back Audra Wilson Audra attended Bucknell University and received her bachelor’s in International Relations and Spanish, and then attended Valparaiso University School of Law, where she obtained her JD. After working in the education industry and sitting in various director roles after college, Audra now fills the position of President and CEO of the Shriver Center on Poverty Law here in Chicago. Audra also sits as a chair of the Cook County Commission on Women’s Issues. Why I Serve? n/a

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Ronald received his MBA in Finance from Northwestern, and he has been as a stockbroker for A.G. Becker, Smith Barney, and RBC. < Back Ronald W. Kurz Ronald received his Bachelor’s in Economics from Miami University and an MBA in Finance from Northwestern. His livelihood has been as a stockbroker for A.G. Becker, Smith Barney, and RBC. Most recently, he has begun a one-man investment management shop. Why I Serve? Ronald was introduced to Association House as a Deacon at First Presbyterian Church in Evanston. The Director, Hank Murray, turned out to be his high school Youth Minister. He lured Ronald in because he found that the work they were doing in job training, job placement, and life skills was the most important thing you could do. Fifty-four years later, Ronald is still invested in the House because it continues to get people into life-sustaining positions.