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

$336of $336

Need funded!

5 supporters
Funded on 1/16/2014

James from Chicago, IL

I am ready to be financially independent; I need a computer to pursue full-time employment

I need a computer that allows me access to the internet so I can pursue full time employment in my area of expertise, individual tax preparation. More

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

$55of $55

Need funded!

4 supporters
Funded on 8/4/2015

Brian from Chicago, IL

To better stay connected with my family, I need my own phone!

I've been using a phone at a social service agency many times a day to call my family. Having my own phone will help me maintain our strong relationships. More

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

$500of $500

Need funded!

5 supporters
Funded on 2/28/2016

James from Chicago, IL

I'm looking hard for full-time work. I need a laptop to search & send in applications

Constant access to a computer is critical to my ability to find a job. I'll be able to regularly search for jobs, send applications & email employers. More

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