Chicago Lights: Elam Davies Social Service Center

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The Chicago Lights Elam Davies Social Service Center (EDSSC) meets basic human needs while working with partner agencies to support persons on their journey toward greater stability and self-sufficiency. Chicago Lights Mission Statement: To provide hope and opportunity to our city's children, youth, and adults who face the challenge of poverty. Through supportive relationships and diverse programs, we empower people to thrive academically, secure economic stability, lead healthy lives, and build community

Validators

Jackie

My job title is Director of the Elam Davies Social Service Center, and I have been in this position since December 2014.My work involves executing the vision for the Elam Davies Social Service Center by building relationships with and providing services for men, women, and families who are in need… More

Jill

My job title is Volunteer Program Manager, which is doing everything that needs to be done.My work involves assisting our guests with Housing First, getting them linked with other programs, agencies or referrals so they can look to their futures. I also coordinate our volunteers in our center & … More

Cassandra

I am the Associate Director of Elam Davies Social Service center at Fourth Presbyterian Church in Chicago. My work involves supporting master level social work interns in providing comprehensive case management services to individuals and families. I also run the Open Doors Project which is a… More

Mackenzie

I am the Supportive Services Coordinator at the Elam Davies Social Service Center, a program of Chicago Lights. I work to manage all supportive services. I also coordinate the Consumer Choice Food Pantry and act as a Case Manager with a number of guests.

Patty

I serve as the Supportive Services Coordinator for the Elam Davies Social Service Center of Chicago Lights.

Jacob

I have served as a case management intern with Chicago Lights since August 2018. I am currently working to complete my Master of Social Work degree at Loyola University Chicago. I am deeply passionate about working to eliminate homelessness and poverty. I aspire to serve in key leadership roles in… More

Needs validated

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14 supporters
Funded on 8/12/2013

Teresa from Chicago, IL

I'm starting over and I need bus fare to get to work

I got a new job but I need bus fare to get there. This will help me save up for a new, more stable apartment. More

Validated by Dan from Chicago Lights: Elam Davies Social Service Center

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8 supporters
Funded on 8/20/2013

Stanley from Chicago, IL

I finally have an apartment and a new job after 7 yrs homeless; I need bus fare to get to work

Bus fare will let me get to work so I can pay off past rent, from before I got my job, and save up to take the CDL exam. Then I'll finally be stable! More

Validated by Jackie from Chicago Lights: Elam Davies Social Service Center

$335of $335

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11 supporters
Funded on 9/18/2013

David from Chicago, IL

I'm supporting my children but my job was reduced to part-time; I need bus fare to get to work

My monthly income has decreased significantly & I'm looking for a new, full-time job, but I need bus fare to get to my current work and to interviews. More

Validated by Abby from Chicago Lights: Elam Davies Social Service Center

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9 supporters
Funded on 4/2/2014

Umar from Chicago, IL

Living in poverty & homelessness for 20 yrs; A bus home is my 1st step to a new life

I need to make positive changes in my life. I know that if I can get home to my family in Atlanta, I can get off the streets and get my life on track. More

Validated by Dan from Chicago Lights: Elam Davies Social Service Center

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4 supporters
Funded on 5/31/2014

Charles from Chicago, IL

I'm working towards my GED and I need transportation passes to get to class!

I'm well on my way to getting my GED. Funding for transportation to my prep class will go a long way in helping me reach my goals! More

Validated by Abby from Chicago Lights: Elam Davies Social Service Center

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1 supporter
Funded on 6/2/2014

Edward from Chicago, IL

I'm a veteran looking to reunite with my family. I need a bus ticket to get there.

I'm taking steps to straighten my life out. I need a bus ticket so I can get home to my daughter to get back on my feet. More

Validated by Abby from Chicago Lights: Elam Davies Social Service Center

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15 supporters
Funded on 7/22/2014

Angela from Chicago, IL

Trained & ready to start job interviews. I just need bus passes to get there!

I'm working hard towards my goals of employment and self-sufficiency. Transportation will help as I begin attending interviews & employment workshops. More

Validated by Jackie from Chicago Lights: Elam Davies Social Service Center

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1 supporter
Funded on 10/3/2014

Ben from Chicago, IL

I'm ready to start looking for work! Just need help with license fees to get started.

I'm very grateful to have secured a bike! License fees and a flash-drive to save my resume will make sure I'm ready to start applying for a job. More

Validated by Abby from Chicago Lights: Elam Davies Social Service Center

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5 supporters
Funded on 11/13/2014

Andre from Chicago, IL

I just got a job! All I need is transportation to get there.

I need bus fare to get to work for the first 3 months. With the money I earn, I'll be able to save up so that I can find stable housing. More

Validated by Morgan from Chicago Lights: Elam Davies Social Service Center

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7 supporters
Funded on 3/29/2015

Kenard from Chicago, IL

Caring for my daughter's family and my own health. I need bus passes to get around.

I'm looking for work, making my doctors' appointments, and caring for my grandkids. Bus passes will help me get everywhere I need to be. More

Validated by Jackie from Chicago Lights: Elam Davies Social Service Center

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4 supporters
Funded on 9/14/2015

Ellen from Chicago, IL

In my first apartment in over 20 years! I need bus passes, a table, and chairs.

Having a bus pass will mean I can job search reliably! With a table and chairs, I'll be able to have something to eat on and create a home for myself. More

Validated by Reagan from Chicago Lights: Elam Davies Social Service Center

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1 supporter
Funded on 7/14/2015

Sister Carrole from Chicago, IL

I need reliable transportation to make doctors appointments to regain my health!

My goal is to regain my health. I need a $5 ride free card to travel to doctors appointments. More

Validated by Abby from Chicago Lights: Elam Davies Social Service Center

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8 supporters
Funded on 11/4/2015

Ray from Chicago, IL

I'm a single dad in need of reliable public transit to get to my job training program

With reliable transportation, I'll be able to successfully complete a job training program, secure employment and keep my kids in school. More

Validated by Jackie from Chicago Lights: Elam Davies Social Service Center

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4 supporters
Funded on 12/28/2015

Craig from Chicago, IL

Bus passes are critical to my job search & will further my self-sufficiency.

I need bus passes for job interviews, searches and all related networking events. Once I'm able to obtain a job, I'll be able to find housing! More

Validated by Jackie from Chicago Lights: Elam Davies Social Service Center

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1 supporter
Funded on 12/1/2015

Claremont from Chicago, IL

As I look for work, my kids need student transit passes to get to school.

I need help removing transportation barriers for my two kids so they can get to school reliably while I'm working to secure a full-time job. More

Validated by Cassandra from Chicago Lights: Elam Davies Social Service Center

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1 supporter
Funded on 4/13/2016

Brian from Chicago, IL

Homeless and living with cancer. Help me purchase a bus pass to get to my treatment.

I need a 30-day fare card in order to get to my medical appointments. This will help me take care of myself and eventually get back on my feet. More

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5 supporters
Funded on 5/15/2016

Valerie from Chicago, IL

Working grandmother. Bus passes will help me make my part-time job a full-time one.

Without transportation, I have trouble getting to & from work. A few months of bus passes will help me build a stable foundation & savings. More

Validated by Jackie from Chicago Lights: Elam Davies Social Service Center

$30of $30

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1 supporter
Funded on 9/29/2016

Patrick from Chicago, IL

I just need an Illinois State Driver's License in order to start work!

Having a driver's license and getting the railroad position I've applied for is the next step to getting sustainable employment. More

Validated by Cassandra from Chicago Lights: Elam Davies Social Service Center

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5 supporters
Funded on 4/21/2017

Billy from Chicago, IL

Determined to get back on my feet. Getting my driver's license will let me get there.

I need to pay for the cost to reinstate my license in order to pay my own way toward independence. More

Validated by Jackie from Chicago Lights: Elam Davies Social Service Center

$238of $450

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8 supporters
Funded on 11/13/2017

Jeremy from Chicago, IL

Ready to rebuild and more forward. I'm one fee away from getting my driver's license.

I am trying to build a foundation so I can get employment. With one driver's preparation course I can get my driver's license for the first time. More

Validated by Cassandra from Chicago Lights: Elam Davies Social Service Center

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14 supporters
Funded on 3/12/2018

Marianne from Chicago, IL

Starting a new job. My kids need transportation & warm clothing to get to school.

With your help, I will be able to get to work and know that my children are safe and warm. More

Validated by Cassandra from Chicago Lights: Elam Davies Social Service Center