The governor modifies and extends the stay-at-home order. How Brighton Park neighbors are weathering the crisis. What the president’s immigration order means. And sports during the 1918 flu pandemic.
NBC Sports Chicago has announced a special fundraising event: Be Chicago: “Together We Can”. Sean Garrett, the CEO of United Way Of Metro Chicago, and Kevin Cross, the Senior Vice President and General Manager of NBC Sports Chicago, join Bob Sirott and Dave Eanet to preview the event. WGNRadio’s Bob Sirott Reports.
Blue Cap has partnered with United Way to provide additional funding to families during the coronavirus pandemic. NBC 5’s LeeAnn Trotter Reports.
United Way of Metro Chicago and The Chicago Community Trust created The Chicago Community COVID-19 Response Fund to support nonprofits serving many in need. Reset checks in with one of the leaders of the fund to hear about the latest developments.
As we concentrate on taking care of ourselves and our own, who’s looking after the most vulnerable populations in and around Chicago?
Sean Garrett, President & CEO of United Way of Metropolitan Chicago, and Tevonne Ellis, Program Director for Claretian Associates in South Chicago talk with Craig Dellimore about the difficulties facing social service groups, as donations decline. But they also discuss Chicago’s efforts to revitalize the South and West sides and why that is a hopeful sign.
Former Chicago Bears running back Matt Forte joins Good Day Chicago to talk about April Food Day and what you can do to fight hunger in the Chicago area. (Fox 32)
United Way of Metro Chicago hosted its 2018 luncheon Friday. The celebration featured awards and shout-outs to those fighting for every person in every neighborhood, building stronger and more vibrant communities. ABC7 is the media sponsor and Karen Jordan served as the afternoon’s emcee. (ABC 7)
The United Way’s annual April Food Day took place. CBS 2 took a closer look at what it takes to feed the thousands who are food insecure throughout the area. (CBS)
It’s the Friday before St. Patrick’s Day and we are feeling festive! (WGN Radio)