La Casa Norte

An ✨enormous✨ thank you to each of the 400+ guests who joined us at La Casa Norte’s 22nd annual Gala ¡Esperanza! last Friday. Your support strengthens our mission every day. We are especially grateful to Illinois Governor JB Pritzker and Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton, whose keynote addresses lit up the night. Their inclusive leadership and commitment to justice give us renewed hope for a Chicago where everyone can thrive. As Governor Pritzker so eloquently remarked, "We are building a city and a state where all of our people can live a life with dignity and opportunity, where families will have what they need to flourish, and where everyone has a place to call home." Stay tuned for more event photos and highlights in the days ahead! #LaCasaNorte #GalaEsperanza #GalaEsperanza2024 #EndHomelessness #MoreThanHousing #Community #Chicago

The countdown is on – La Casa Norte’s 2024 Gala ¡Esperanza! is just 1 day away! ⏰ In the meantime, be sure to check out our silent auction which is officially live and open for bids! With over 30 curated packages that feature luxury jewelry, must-try Chicago restaurants, creative date-night destinations, family-friendly excursions, VIP tickets to Sueños music festival, and signed athletic memorabilia, there is something for everyone. With every bid, you’re supporting essential services for youth and families experiencing homelessness in Chicago. Head to https://lnkd.in/gtmFiYRE to place yours today! #LaCasaNorte #GalaEsperanza #GalaEsperanza2024 #EndHomelessness #Fundraiser #SilentAuction #Chicago

Can you believe it? We’re just ✨2 days✨ away from La Casa Norte’s 22nd annual Gala ¡Esperanza! This meaningful night would not be possible without our generous sponsors, whose support brings us closer to our fundraising goal, directly fueling life-changing opportunities for youth and families experiencing homelessness in Chicago. A heartfelt thank you to The Allstate Foundation, Fred & Marilyn Webster, PNC, McDonald's, Larry & Judy Hicks, Peoples Gas, JPMorganChase, PepsiCo, Benesch Law, Network It Easy, Inc., Marquette Bank, Fifth Third Bank, Comcast, ALMA Chicago, Lopez & Co. CPAs, Ltd., the Taylor Family, Vivid Art Gallery, and Tristan & Cervantes. Get ready for inspiring speeches, live music from Lauren Hall, and an unforgettable after-party that will feature a signature cocktail donated by Tito's Handmade Vodka. Can’t make it this Friday? You can still be part of the magic – support our paddle raise by donating online! https://lnkd.in/gRxae2Mi 🎉 #LaCasaNorte #GalaEsperanza #GalaEsperanza2024 #EndHomelessness #Fundraiser #Chicago #MoreThanHousing

Looking to give back this holiday season? Join us on Tuesday, December 3 (also the date of Giving Tuesday) for La Casa Norte's final Volunteer Impact Day of 2024! From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at LCN's Humboldt Park community center (3533 W. North Ave.), volunteers will help assemble bagged lunches and snack kits for youth and families experiencing homelessness and food insecurity – an undertaking made possible by generous event sponsor Hispanic Federation. But that's not all! To spread some much-needed holiday cheer, we'll be wrapping gifts for community members in need. We ask that volunteers bring a new, unwrapped gift (or gifts) to help our impact go even further.🎁 To reserve your spot, visit https://lnkd.in/g_HuBPtX or email alina@lacasanorte.org ✨ #LaCasaNorte #LCNImpactDays #LCNVolunteerImpactDays #Volunteer #GivingTuesday #GivingBack #Chicago

We’d like to take a moment to express our gratitude to CEO Jose M. Muñoz for sharing his own experience with homelessness as part of WTTW/Chicago PBS' impactful series, "Firsthand Talks: The Power of Housing." Jose’s journey reminds us why the work we do at La Casa Norte is so critical: to ensure no one faces homelessness alone. #LaCasaNorte #WTTW #MoreThanHousing #EndHomelessness #Chicago #FirsthandTalks

La Casa Norte is proud to honor the Wayfarer Foundation with the 2024 Community Partner Award at our 22nd annual Gala ¡Esperanza! on October 25. Their generous support has been vital in advancing our mission to serve youth and families experiencing homelessness in Chicago. We are excited to welcome CEO Laura Herrick (she/her/hers), who will accept the award on the Foundation's behalf. You won't want to miss this unforgettable evening! Secure your tickets before they're gone at https://lnkd.in/gCUxqR6j ✨ #LaCasaNorte #WayfarerFoundation #GalaEsperanza #GalaEsperanza2024 #EndHomelessness #Fundraiser #Chicago

What a fantastic day for a marathon! Our cheer team was up bright and early yesterday morning to cheer on Team La Casa Norte as they conquered the 2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon. Our impressive runners have collectively raised $16,500 (and counting!) – funds that will provide essential support to youth and families experiencing homelessness in Chicago. We're so grateful to this year's exceptional team: Alejandro Castellanos, Laura C., Bryan Cherry, Ricardo Delgado, Elizabeth DePentu, Ben Dieterich, Jonathan Pinsky, Zinthia Palacios, Isabella Serna, Andrea Serrano, David Sinski, Rachel V., and Alejandro V.. Thank you for running with heart and helping us push closer to our $20,000 goal. And there's still time to donate! Visit https://lnkd.in/gFU_-JDK to make your contribution today. #LaCasaNorte #ChicagoMarathon #ChicagoMarathon2024 #GiveWhereYouLive #EndHomelessness #MoreThanHousing

Meet La Casa Norte client José P. – a charismatic leader, talented musician, Casa Corazón drop-in center regular, and dedicated member of the agency’s first-ever Workforce Development & Education Program! Said José, “If I can make it out of homelessness, I can do anything.” Your support helps make success stories like his possible. Donate today at www.lacasanorte.org/donate. #LaCasaNorte #MoreThanHousing #EndYouthHomelessness #ContinuumOfCare #Chicago #HousingFirst

Join La Casa Norte and friends for the Bank of America Chicago Marathon Charity Block Party this Sunday, October 13! We'll be at Mile 15 (near the southeast corner of Laflin Street and Adams Street) from 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. to cheer on the exceptional runners of #TeamLaCasaNorte, soak up some sun, and support an important cause: ending homelessness in Chicago. Learn more about La Casa Norte's impressive marathon runners and help us reach our $20,000 fundraising goal by visiting https://lnkd.in/gFU_-JDK. #LaCasaNorte #ChicagoMarathon #ChicagoMarathon2024 #GiveWhereYouLive #EndHomelessness #MoreThanHousing

We’ve been sitting on some big news! We’re very excited to share that La Casa Norte has been selected to receive city funding to establish a non-congregate shelter in Humboldt Park for youth ages 18-24 experiencing homelessness. This project comes at a critical time, with an estimated 15,000 youth under the age of 24 currently experiencing homelessness in Chicago. Said Mayor Brandon Johnson, “This investment in non-congregate shelters will give individuals the stability and care they need to transition to permanent housing. By working alongside community partners like La Casa Norte, we are building a future where every Chicagoan has a safe place to call home.” The innovative shelter will feature 43 private studios, each with an en suite bathroom, in addition to a youth drop-in center, community café, therapeutic space, computer lab, and a growing roster of holistic supportive services. To learn more, download the full press release at https://lnkd.in/gyVi4e8B. As we celebrate this milestone, we invite our community to help us go further. With your support, we can ensure even more unhoused youth receive the care and resources they need to thrive. Make your donation today at www.lacasanorte.org/donate. #LaCasaNorte #MoreThanHousing #YouthShelter #EndHomelessness #NonCongregateShelter #Chicago