“I rely on the Chicago Tool Library more than any other resource in the city! Many of us want to get into DIY, but it is expensive getting all of the tools. Not to mention if you are living in an apartment, like me, there is no place to put everything. Chicago Tool Library has allowed me to practice new skills without draining my money and worrying about space. They are always kind and helpful, while putting community first. I tell everyone to check them out!”
“We are so grateful to have had our wedding at the Nineteenth Century Charitable Association (NCCA)! Woody and his team were wonderful to work with - from first touring the venue to clean-up the morning after. Set in the beautiful neighborhood of Oak Park, the NCCA is surrounded by community parks and historic homes by Frank Loyd Wright. We also had easy access to the local hotel to host our guests overnight. This wedding venue is reasonably priced with true historic charm. The food and beverages were excellent. We held our ceremony/cocktail hour on the first floor and reception on the second floor, comfortably accommodating our guest count of 175 people. Woody is responsive and flexible. He is willing to support creative endeavors to make your wedding feel original. We feel so fortunate to have found the NCCA to host our wedding - we would absolutely recommend it to you!”
8:30AM - 5PM
135 N Kedzie Ave, Chicago
Community Services Non Profits
“My son returned from a field trip from the Hatchery and has not stopped raving about his experience! Thank you Quintin and staff for making such a positive impression on my son!”
12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
9757 Pacific Ave, Franklin Park
Community Services Non Profits
“We always came here growing up! This American Legion was a huge part of our lives. We had family members that served! It was always such a great time! Great memories ?”
“So grateful to have something like this in Chicago, always my first stop when I need supplies and I usually find more treasures than I was looking for. Thanks for being awesome!”
“My brother Rodney Hawthorn would go here to play cards. We had his repass here meeting family and people. Who Love my brother thank you all who came to celebrate his life. Gone too soon”
“It's a place to help people who want to become sober. They have pot meetings as well as alcohol meetings and Alon meetings. They have mostly alcohol meetings very good place can sit on porch and fellowship all day from 8:00am to 9:00 pm.”
“My case manager signed me up for the Cycle of Power Program and I quickly received a refurbished bicycle, bike lock, lights, and helmet! It rides like a dream and is enabling me to commute to from point a to point b with ease. I can now doordash on my new bike and I'm getting back into shape. Thanks working bikes. I love your mission.”
“It's a beautiful site to visit and you can get everything you need there for the day. I go there on Sundays for the speaker meeting and the breakfast beforehand and I always leave with food for the soul because you only get to live one day at a time.”
8AM - 3:30PM
4156 W 54th St, Chicago
Community Services Non Profits
“First rate business in screen printing uniforms for whatever your need. Very courteous, friendly service with fair pricing. Tom and the staff always accommodating to its patrons!”
“Laura is amazing. Due to some financial issues and other problems My elderly ants electric got turned off. We went there and we spoke with Laura and she really went out of her way to help us. Told me exactly what I needed told me exactly what time they closed and did everything she could to resolve my issue. I was supposed to call her back in 3 days but my power was back on today so thank you Laura”
“(Translated by Google) My experience was wonderful, they should give more information about this help for the community from health, immigration cases, family help and, above all, their 100% professional and kind-hearted staff, they answer your questions, I recommend them(Original)Mi experiencia fue maravillosa deberían dar más información sobre esta alluda para la comunidad desde la salud casos de inmigración alluda familiar y sobre todo su personal 100% profesional y de buen corazón responden tus dudas se los recomiendo”
8PM - 12AM 9AM - 5PM
825 N Christiana Ave, Chicago
Community Services Non Profits
“This place is a life on real life terms....This place saved my life....It stands by it's name......I love this place and the people....I thank God for the staff.... From Captain Corey and Captain Nikkie to the Clinical Staff to the cafeteria staff to the janitors to the Counselors to the CA's to the back on my feet program to the job readiness staff.....I highly recommend this place.... It's designed not to fail....In Jesus Christ Name....Amen??????????❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️??????????TGBTG”
8AM - 4:30PM
5535 W 87th St, Oak Lawn
Community Services Non Profits
“The employees at this location are always wonderful & willing to help out... the employees are what make this place wonderful I'm so glad I chose this location for my wic office”
“For residents of 60618 & 60641. Set up like a grocery store, with plenty of fresh fruits, veggies, meats, eggs cheese, breads, canned goods. Even pet food! Staff is friendly, helpful & respectful, many staff speak Spanish or Polish.”
“It's an amazing organization. They offer a variety of programs for parents to participate in that enrich both parent and child. The staff is smart, creative, friendly and supportive. The work that they're doing for the neighborhood and families is God sent.”
“Not only are the staff AWESOME, but this whole organization is so wholesome! Made my first donation yesterday and will definitely be back later this week to donate many more things. I was told social workers come everyday to "shop" (pick out what's needed). All I needed to do was complete a SHORT google from, took less than 5 minutes.”
“They helped my family and I out when we needed a PC for us. Especially since we're low income and can't afford a high-end PC. This organization is one of the best for helping people out in need. I would highly recommend them to anyone that is facing poverty but needs a computer for their family for school and so forth.”
“Alex was very helpful, and gave lots of advice and pointers on certain things, recommend you come here if you like to fix your own stuff, lots of helpful tools and spare parts.”
“I found this place about five months ago, And I’m glad I did. The staff is very friendly. The merchandise is beautiful. The store is very clean and neat. It looks like a little boutique with very affordable prices. That’s my to go place. Thank you for supporting woman and families in need.”
“Fast unloading, the security guy is nice, the guy who was unloading me also nice they help you to back up because its tight,not for beginner drivers definetly, you will have hard time parking here. Unloaded in 45min. Thank you”
8:30AM - 4:30PM
2200 W Harrison St, Chicago
Community Services Non Profits
“I regularly donate platelets here, and it is always a comfortable experience. Today, Crystal was exceptionally thorough, kind, and gentle. It was one of the more tranquil donations I've had the privilege to give. She has taken care of me a few times in the recent past with equal prowess. The rest of the staff is also very attentive and caring. This is a great place to donate and help save lives.”
8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
415 W 8th St, Hinsdale
Community Services Non Profits
“Hinsdales hub for activities, events, and services—it’s a nonprofit community center that a lot of local families use regularly. It's like a private Rec center, event space Etc with Community programming.”
“My 1st. time taken care of me, and only me. I needed help with a bill, my gas. I worked hard all my youthful day and my adult life, taken care of others, mother, siblings, husband, then kids. Don't mention the dogs. Grandma, and a house. All gone now including my husband, so I had to learn to budget my bills, money, and time. 'Ceda to the rescue.' They took care of and continue to keep my bills low so I can live without stress over this months as well as next months bills. I can breathe, and learning how to sleep, 'at easy souldier', 'relax,' 'rest well.' I was told by friends and family. It's going to be a good live.”
“Can't say enough good things about NLOL Chicago! I adopted Teddy from them 8 years ago, and to this day they still keep in touch with me and help me with any questions I might have! They are 100% volunteer run so they don't have an actual shelter facility, just their homes and their hearts. They genuinely enjoy hearing his updates and even seeing him at events over the years!If you have other pets in the home, of course they should be spayed/neutered to adopt another. That's a known fact of most reputable rescue organizations. :)”
“Assistance League Chicagoland West is an amazing volunteer run, nonprofit organization that helps transform the lives of children and adults in need in DuPage and Western Cook Counties through its community programs that support education and self-reliance while fostering a sense of connection and belonging. Please consider joining to make a difference!”
“Nice environment. The kids area is really nice, clean and small.
The teenage area has a good selection of books, mangas and comics.
The printing service is really good. Sometimes the scanner has technical issues, so be prepared.
It's a quiet place to work or study with large tables to share.”
“Best decision I’ve made! I was extremely nervous to put my 3 year old ANYWHERE, but thankfully, The Children’s Center eased my nerves. My child LOVES coming here and LOVES her teachers! Ms Kiara and Ms Sol are Amazing!”
“I had a wonderful time at this store! So many good finds! Especially about a week ago when a lovely young male employee helped me find the other pair of a shoe I was looking for! He was a larger employee with cool slick hair and I think he was hispanic! I hope much good things come for this store!”