In 1976, President Gerald Ford officially recognized February as Black History Month to observe and honor the history of Black Americans. This includes celebrating the contributions made and acknowledging the struggles that Black Americans have faced historically and are still going through today. It also showcases the significance of Black history to American society. Stories […]
Continue ReadingHonoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
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In the mid 1960’s, Civil Rights Activist Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was invited by the Chicago Freedom Movement to be a part of a campaign that fought against racial discrimination in urban settings, which negatively impacted living conditions for Black people residing in cities. Highlighting how poor housing was for Black people in the […]
Continue ReadingEverThrive IL Is Looking For Sponsors
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EverThrive Illinois is seeking corporate sponsors to support our upcoming Annual Benefit at Venue West on June 6, 2024! Sponsors can showcase their support for health equity and advocacy, increase their brand visibility, and engage with EverThrive IL’s network of supporters and partners. Sponsorship levels range from $3,000 to $10,000. For more information on sponsorship […]
Continue ReadingCommunity Spotlight: Mary Gray, Outreach Worker
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“I’m an EverThrive IL outreach worker with diabetes and high blood pressure. I got the vaccine and booster shot to keep my family safe and protect my health. I also wanted to continue going out into the community and keep people around me safe. Thankfully, when I did get COVID-19, I only had a mild […]
Continue ReadingAdvance Health Equity and Justice in Illinois
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This year has been trying for everyone: a lingering public health crisis, individuals and families stretched dollar-for-dollar, and court rulings highlighting the significant health disparities experienced in Black and Brown communities. It is time to end this cycle of catastrophe that is impacting the health of our neighbors. This giving season, EverThrive IL has set […]
Continue ReadingTo Be Rescheduled – Chicago Collaborative for Maternal Health Policy Brief
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*Due to unforeseen circumstances, the CCMH Policy Brief Webinar will be rescheduled* EverThrive IL is excited to share the release of The Chicago Collaborative for Maternal Health Policy Brief. We invite you to join Kevie Lusby Smyre, EverThrive IL’s Policy and Advocacy Director, and Eva Alonso, Northwestern MPH intern student, for a review of this new policy […]
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