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Recommend a grant to Association House of Chicago through your DAF at any time with DAF Direct. Give Through A DAF How You Can Help You can recommend a grant to Association House of Chicago through your DAF at any time with DAF Direct. How It Works A Donor Advised Fund (DAF) is a centralized vehicle for charitable giving that makes it easy for donors to dedicate funds to support their favorite nonprofit organization. It also provides an operationally convenient and tax-efficient method for donors to manage their charitable giving. Make a charitable contribution to receive an immediate tax deduction and recommend grants from the fund over time. Grants made to Association House through Donor-Advised Funds can be designated in one of two ways: For use in a specific area that matches your interests, such as high school, workforce development, community health, or behavioral health For use wherever the need is greatest DAF Direct facilitates grant recommendations from donors of Fidelity Charitable®, Schwab Charitable®, and the BNY Mellon Charitable Gift Fund®. You can make a designation through the DAF Direct window on this page. To make a DAF gift from another institution, reach out to your fund holder and nominate a grant to Association House of Chicago, EIN 36-2166961. There are no fees for using DAF Direct - 100% of the funds transfer to the recommended nonprofit, with no administration or transaction fees for using the DAF Direct service. Related Content Give Now Learn More Matching Gifts Learn More Corporate Partnership Learn More

Start your construction career with hands-on training! Our pre-apprenticeship program will help you gain real-world experience in building trades and construction. IL Works Construction Pre-Apprenticeship Program How We Help Your construction career starts here! This pre-apprenticeship program provides hands-on training designed to build essential skills for entry into the construction and building trades. Through expert instruction and real-world experience, participants gain a strong foundation to pursue apprenticeships and long-term careers in these fields. Our Approach Ready to kickstart your career in construction? This pre-apprenticeship program will prepare you with the foundational skills needed to succeed in the construction and building trades. In the Construction Program, you will learn: Introduction to construction and trade career paths Proper use of hand and electrical tools Construction math and blueprint reading Worker safety and protection This program serves as a bridge from training to a long-term career in the the trades. During the program, graduates will earn industry-recognized credentials, including NCCER Core Construction, OSHA 10-Hour Construction, First Aid, and CPR certificates . Upon completing our Pre-Apprenticeship Program , you will be ready for Registered Apprenticeships or entry-level positions in the construction field. Eligibility Completion of all program enrollment forms Age 18+ Illinois resident High School Diploma/GED/HiSET Participants must be able to reliably travel to and attend training sessions at 1116 N. Kedzie Avenue, Chicago, IL as scheduled throughout the duration of the program. Physical ability to perform activities related to construction 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 Apply Now! Participants will receive tools, uniforms, equipment, childcare, a training stipend and transportation assistance while enrolled in this program. Current Class Schedule: Monday - Friday, 10am - 3pm Class Format: 8-weeks, In-Person Application Form "Our program includes skill-building and wraparound support to ensure that our students are ready for successful careers in the construction and building trades. - Fil Rios, Senior Director Community Health & Workforce Programs

< All Staff Mr. Santiago Duran School-Based Counselor How long have you worked as a counselor? I have worked in my field for over a year. What inspires you as a student mentor? I’ve always seen the strength and resilience of the youth since I was a kid. So then to be able to integrate my personality with my professional career is truly a blessing. It allows me to provide a safe space where the students feel heard and validated while being provided non-judgmental feedback/guidance. With this structure they can see and feel the power they hold within themselves to become as successful as they want to be and that in itself inspires me everyday in my position. What is one fun fact about you? I am a professional EAFC player and mental performance coach for Lotus 8, an E-sports organization based in Canada. Related Content Afterschool Programs Learn More Mentoring Programs Learn More Curriculum Learn More

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For more than a century, Association House has played a significant role in Chicago’s westside neighborhoods as one of the orginial settlement houses. History For more than a century, Association House of Chicago has played a significant and historic role in Chicago’s westside neighborhoods. Founded as a settlement house by Ellen Holt, a student of Jane Addams, Association House served as a landing place for new immigrants for decades. Today, Association House continues to serve thousands of families each year, through programs that promote health and wellness, advance education, and provide economic opportunity. Timeline Browse photos from our archives and explore the timeline below to learn about our 125-year-long history. 1899 to 1945 1946 to 1996 1997 to Present Back to Top 1900 1899 Association House was established as a community center, eager to meet the challenges of a diverse and growing immigrant neighborhood. Association House began to serve women and girls working in nearby factories. 1905 Daily attendance topped 1,000, and that summer more than 4,500 showers were taken at Association House. To respond to the growing need, founders laid the cornerstone of the new and expanded Association House building at 2150 West North Avenue. 1899 to 1945 1908 The reading room and library opened in the new building, and within two weeks 500 children had borrowed books. 1910 Early participants included many Scandinavians, Germans, Poles, and later, Russian Jews, reflecting changes in the 1910 census. Leadership welcomed the diversity and provided a place that celebrated all cultures and religions. 1915 With a generous estate gift from fellow founding organizer Susan Poxon, Association House opened Druce Lake Camp to provide a summer escape from the city for young girls and boys. 1926 1927 1926 Leadership facilitated financial security through a new partnership with the Church Extension Board of the Presbytery of Chicago. This partnership continued into the 1980s. 1927 The Women’s Auxiliary held its first meeting and advocated for support from Presbyterian churches and businesses. 1930 During the depression, funds were scarce but programs continued, including dental and nutrition services, manual training, and art and music classes. 1899 to 1945 1946 to 1996 1997 to Present Back to Top 1946 to 1996 1946 Alfred Rath became Executive Director in 1946 and served until 1963. He initiated programs for the persons with developmental disabilities and youth, both hallmarks of our services today. 1947 Ever multi-cultural, participants now represented 29 different nationalities. By 1950, Latinos would represent a significant new population. 1948 A pilot program providing education for children with developmental disabilities began. The program grew rapidly and catalyzed the formation of 17 other parent groups in Illinois and 350 groups across the country, ultimately helping to deinstitutionalize countless children. 1960 Caravanas de Verano, a summer outreach program that brought sports and recreation to youth in their own neighborhoods began. This program laid the groundwork for future expansion of teen programs. 1976 AHC began services in Child Welfare with a foster care program that started in 1976. 1977 Our first program funded by the state in Behavioral Health was the Family Center (now PSR) in 1977. PSR is a rehabilitative skill-building service for adults with serious mental illness or co-occurring psychiatric disorders and addictions. 1980 In this decade, youth programs rapidly expand, including job training, group homes, and Association House High School, then called El Cuarto Año. 1990 By 1990, Association House had expanded from 30 staff in the 1960s to more than 200, spread across multiple buildings. Participants were now predominantly Latino and African American. 1993 Harriet Sadauskas was named the twentieth Executive Director. A daughter of Polish immigrants, Harriet grew up at the House and had already worked in the programs since 1973. 1899 to 1945 1946 to 1996 1997 to Present Back to Top 1997 to Present 1997 The building at 1116 North Kedzie was acquired, providing much-needed space to consolidate growing programs and reduce rental costs. 1999 Association House celebrated its 100th year, bringing national attention to one of the longest continually operated settlement houses in the U.S. 2001 A new mission statement was adopted and services were re-organized into five program divisions, reflecting a structure that still exists today. 2005 The Opening Doors for a New Century capital campaign came to a successful close with more than $5 million raised for building renovations, programs, and endowment. 2006 Building on earlier training programs, the Career Center integrated adult basic education, sector-based bridge programs in growth industries, employment services, financial education and coaching, and income support services. 2007 Association House successfully coordinated a group of current Board Members and Board Alumni to form the 2007 Agency Mission Revision Task Force. They formed a new Mission Statement which adopted and approved. 2010 Due to instability in government funding, many child welfare agencies shuttered in the 2010s. In contrast, Association House used private funds to maintain our support of more than 150 children. 2012 Association House began comprehensive support services to transition individuals with mental health disorders and development disabilities from highly restrictive facilities to the community settings, where they now lead fulfilling independent lives. 2016 Association House became the Illinois provider of BankWork$, a nationally recognized financials careers training program helping to disrupt generational poverty through jobs training. Back to Top Related Content Mission & Inclusivity Learn More Impact Learn More Leadership Learn More

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< All Staff Ms. Lucy Myerscough English Teacher How long have you worked as an educator? Two years! What inspires you as an educator? Watching the students teach each other and engage with the work that we are doing. They are able to develop a kind of community that is so unique to their needs and interests. Sometimes, I feel that I learn from them more than they learn from me! What's a fun fact about you? I'm from St. Louis! GO CARDINALS!!! Related Content Afterschool Programs Learn More Mentoring Programs Learn More Curriculum Learn More

We offer a variety of free health education workshops and services to address critical community needs. Sign up today for our resources! Community Health Our Community Health programs address many of the chronic community health issues facing low-income populations in underserved Chicago neighborhoods. Surveys have found that prevalent issues include food insecurity, obesity, sexually transmitted infections, diabetes, heart disease, and mental health issues. We offer a variety of health education services, cost-free to participants, to address these critical community health needs. Affordable Housing In partnership with LUCHA, we are offering housing counseling, homebuyer workshops, and legal assistance to support you on your path to stable, secure housing. Learn More Health Education Healthy Lifestyles offers age-appropriate wellness workshops, education, and food demonstrations to build knowledge around a variety of health topics including cancer, diabetes, and mental health. Learn More Meet Our Staff Get to know our Community Health staff. Learn more about their background, interests, and passion for this work. Collectively, we offer a wealth of knowledge and expertise from educational tools to health aids. Learn More Mental Health First Aid Mental Health First Aid is a nationally recognized training that teaches participants how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illness in their family, friends, community, and workplaces. Learn More Back 2 School Fair Held in August, the Back 2 School Health Fair promotes healthy activity and connects neighborhood families with school supplies, physicals, vaccines, and resources from our partner agencies. Learn More Energy Efficiency Connect with trusted energy efficiency programs that help lower your utility bills, improve home comfort, and make it easier to access savings and resources available in your community. Learn More Food Pantry Our in-house food pantry provides weekly food packets for participants and their families so they can focus on the programs they're enrolled in without worrying about their next meal. Learn More Success Stories Join Us for the 20th Anniversary Back 2 School Fair! Our Back 2 School fair returns for its 20th year in Chicago! May 27 2 min read Your 2025 Annual Report is Here! Dear Friends, This year marks a defining moment in Association House’s 126-year long history. As we celebrate the completion of our 2023–2025 Strategic Plan, let us reflect on the journey that brought us here. Following the remarkable 27-year tenure of Harriet Sadauskas, I stepped into the role of CEO and President in 2021. During this time, our world was still navigating the lasting impacts of COVID-19. Still, we began drafting our new strategic roadmap. In an era marked b Jan 1 2 min read Association House Teams Up with Community Partners to Reduce Violence Across Chicago How the House is working to reduce violence in our community through our partnership with SC2 Humboldt Park. Dec 29, 2025 2 min read Partners & Funders

< Back Dean Martin demartin@associationhouse.org Career Navigator What education or prior experiences do you have related to workforce development? My extensive background includes over two decades of experience in workforce development, beginning with my role as an AmeriCorps Workforce Development Facilitator, where I focused on training and client resource connection. This foundation was strengthened by my work as an Employment & Training Specialist with Cook County P.O.E.T., conducting job readiness workshops and monitoring data for compliance. What about your work inspires you? I am inspired by the opportunity to leverage my over two decades of experience in community services to ensure the integrity of critical programs. The prospect of using my expertise in programmatic and fiscal oversight to strengthen the effectiveness of services that uplift Chicago families is truly motivating. What's a fun fact about yourself? A fun fact about me is that I have a passion for the outdoors and love to spend my free time hiking, camping, and exploring nature. I also cherish quality time with my family, creating wonderful memories through simple activities, and I am highly engaged in my community, frequently participating in and volunteering at local events to foster connections and support local initiatives. Related Content BankWork$ Learn More NextJob Learn More Tech#Ready Learn More

< Back Sherri Richardson srichardson@associationhouse.org Senior Training Facilitator What education or prior experiences do you have related to workforce development? I have management experience where I provided employee training, coaching, and career support toward employee advancement. I also volunteered at a career center helping clients with job search strategies and interviewing preparation. Additionally, I hold a Facilitating Career Development Certificate and a master's degree in Communication Management. What about your work inspires you? I'm most inspired by work that allows me to help people create opportunities for themselves. I enjoy guiding and encouraging individuals as they develop skills, gain confidence, and move toward personal and professional growth. Being able to contribute to someone's long-term success is very meaningful to me. What's a fun fact about yourself? A fun fact about me is that I skipped the 'beginner level' of flying entirely. My first time ever flying was a 16-hour flight to South Africa. I intentionally avoided looking at the flight tracker because flying over water makes me nervous. Related Content BankWork$ Learn More NextJob Learn More Tech#Ready Learn More

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