Dear READI Chicago family,
As our nation and city face uncertainty amid COVID-19, we have been continually impressed and proud of the courage and tenacity that every one of you has shown day-in and day-out. We have seen you practice relentless engagement and real talk, real hope, and real love in every one of your interactions.
Our top priority is the safety of our staff and participants, and we know that the services READI Chicago provides each and every day are a vital part of that. We have seen that violence has not decreased despite the shelter-in-place order, and it is invaluable that our staff and participants are finding new and creative ways to remain focused as we all face uncertainty.
On behalf of READI Chicago and Heartland Alliance, thanks to the READI Chicago family for stepping up, whether that’s through collaboration across communities, tuning into virtual CBT every day, or working long hours to support the program. We are immensely proud to be a part of the READI Chicago family.
Take care and stay safe,
Eddie Bocanegra
Senior Director
Miguel Cambray
Director of Career Pathways
Javon Gregoire
Deputy Director
Marci Kresin
Director of Operations
Chasda Martin
Director of Programs
More ways to get involved
- Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram to stay updated on the latest developments with our work.
- Share stories of our courageous participants and employees, and help us spread accurate information about how to keep vulnerable populations safe from COVID-19.
- Make a gift to help employees across the Alliance provide access to critical supportive services to those who are most vulnerable.
- Donate homemade masks to help fight COVID-19.
We are grateful for the support and care you have for the individuals we serve, and for our employees who are on the frontlines every day.
