A Chicago pastor will soon take the trip of a lifetime to watch Super Bowl 58 in person, courtesy of the Chicago Bears. Pastor Phil Jackson is the founder and CEO of the Firehouse Community Arts Center in North Lawndale. “Our work is to interrupt the cycle of violence among the lives of youth
A homegrown, former MLB star is ramping up efforts to feed Chicagoans, as grocery bills rise. Curtis Granderson brought his food security awareness campaign to North LawndaleThursday during a food give away. Inside each grocery bag, there are four healthy meals cooked and ready to go, meaning one more family won’t
The 16th Annual Firefest, presented by the Firehouse Community Arts Center of Chicago, is set to take place on August 12 from Noon-9 PM at 2111 S. Hamlin Ave in North Lawndale. This highly anticipated, family-oriented event is the only Hip-hop block party on the West Side. Sponsored by Pepsi
CHICAGO, IL – July 7, 2023 – We are thrilled to announce Pastor Phil Jackson, a renowned community advocate and leader, as one of the distinguished recipients of the 2023 Leaders for a New Chicago Award. The Leaders for a New Chicago program celebrates individuals who have made extraordinary contributions
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As the Gun Violence Awareness Month concludes, the newsletter highlights the efforts made by Cook County to prevent and reduce gun violence. Despite the high rates of gun violence impacting families and communities, there is a growing wave of hope due to increased funding, research, and collaboration to combat this
Tim "Big Chop" Gates was a great dad and grandfather. He was one of the most beloved staff members of the Firehouse and was one of the longest employees of the Firehouse.Tim took care of the Firehouse like it was his own house and he loved all the youth who entered our doors.