Behavioral Health Team Supports Staff During Mental Health Awareness Month
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a national movement to raise awareness and reduce the stigma…
Accelerated Moving Event Connects 26 Participants to Permanent Housing
Though access to housing has always been important for the wellbeing of individuals and…
Bridge of Hope to Breakthrough: Incoming Executive Director Yolanda Fields' Story
It was after choir practice on a Friday evening that Yolanda Fields saw an RV in the church parking…
The Fresh Market Meets Needs During COVID-19 Pandemic
As the outbreak of COVID-19 disrupted the day-to-day life for millions of Chicago residents, local…
Summer Initiatives Enhance Violence Prevention in East Garfield Park
As Chicago experiences a historic rise in gun violence this summer, Breakthrough is strategically…
Breakthrough Youth Network Cares for Families During COVID-19
Through academic, sports, and arts programs, the Breakthrough Youth Network surrounds young people…
Already addressing one public health crisis, Breakthrough’s violence prevention team takes on COVID-19
Breakthrough’s violence prevention team is familiar with public health crises. The team works…
The Challenges of Homelessness During COVID-19
While serving those experiencing homelessness, Breakthrough is confronting the challenges of a…
Robotics Students Address Challenges with Engineering
On Wednesday nights, hours after the school day has ended, several volunteers and middle school…
Violence Prevention Center Opens
Violence Prevention Center When Breakthrough's Violence Prevention team responded to an incident on…