For TC, joining Covenant House Illinois (CHIL) was not only a career choice but a continuation of a lifelong passion for helping others. Four months ago, TC was referred to CHIL by a friend and made the transition from working at the Night Ministry, a role that had already honed his skills in supporting vulnerable communities. Having worked as a peer advocate at Howard Brown Health, TC was deeply familiar with the challenges young people face. In that role, he provided critic

At 22 years old, David has been through more than most people his age. Growing up on the Southside of Chicago, life wasn't always easy....

Tre's journey to CHIL began with a challenging turn of events. On his 18th birthday, he found himself without a home when his mom forced him to leave. He spent a few nights with a friend before being dropped off at the Night Ministry, where his resilience and determination truly began to shine. Despite the challenges, Tre quickly found a job and was put on CHIL’s residential wait list. After a short stay at the Night Ministry, a bed became available for him at CHIL in 2020. T

This August, as we celebrate Black Business Month, we are excited to shine the spotlight on one of our very own stars at CHIL—John Sims, our dedicated Facilities Manager, who recently achieved a significant milestone in his personal and professional journey. John has been an integral part of our team, ensuring that our facilities are safe, welcoming, and comfortable for all who walk through our doors. His commitment to excellence and attention to detail has been a cornerstone

Young people gather at CHIL with a shared purpose: to build a brighter future. Our dynamic partnership with Accenture is making that dream a reality. The partnership between Accenture Chicago and CHIL began when the drop-in center opened in 2017, and has flourished under the guidance of relationship managers like Lauryn Walker, a management consultant in T&O. "Our primary goal is to bridge the gap between education and employment for youth," says Walker, who has been involve