common connections foundation
Oil painting by Je Hlobik via Etsy
M A K I N G T H E C O N N E C T I O N
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Making the Connection curates uplifting special events, fundraisers, workshops, community and volunteer projects centered on issues that impact our communities and everyday lives. We strategically connect with public, private, nonprofit organizations, faith based organizations and individuals on focal issues to empower underserved communities for social change and progress. Each event is developed to work directly within our mission. |
COMMON CONNECTIONS FOUNDATION
Connects strategically with individuals and organizations based on identified common goals
Unites as a network of support to address a focal issue for greater reach and impact within our communities
Uplifts individuals, children, and families with an indelible experience of unity and community support
Serves our Chicago communities with valuable information, services, resources and referrals
Learn how we apply our mission as "Building Blocks" to assist community organizations.
Connects strategically with individuals and organizations based on identified common goals
Unites as a network of support to address a focal issue for greater reach and impact within our communities
Uplifts individuals, children, and families with an indelible experience of unity and community support
Serves our Chicago communities with valuable information, services, resources and referrals
Learn how we apply our mission as "Building Blocks" to assist community organizations.
Current Focus Areas
Health & Wellness Cancer, Diabetes, Heart Disease Trifecta Awareness Ribbon Project Did you know that Cancer, Diabetes, and Heart Disease share several risk factors? The word "change" is powerful, difficult and often times a frightening concept. Change means to alter, make or become different. We can become empowered when we take control of our lifestyle with healthy eating, exercising, eliminating debilitating vices, proactive screening, prayer and meditation. Don't be afraid of stepping out of your own comfort zone! Make the choice and commitment to create a healthy lifestyle for yourself. Mitigate and break the cycle of the three common and prevalent health diseases that impact our communities and pass on a positive, winning Trifecta legacy today. |
Public Safety & Inner Wellness
Mental Health Gun Violence Domestic Violence Tri-Awareness Ribbon Project Trauma is defined as a deeply distressing or disturbing experience. It is the emotional shock that follows a stressful event or physical injury that can lead to chronic neurosis and behavioral disorders. When exposed to violence directly (and even indirectly), what measures do we take to address our inner wellness? Often times we dismiss our inner wellness with self-coping mechanisms of acceptance and disregard, convincing ourselves that traumatic exposure is normalcy. And sadly, taking action to address our inner wellness is widely viewed as "abnormal" or a weakness. Our strength is in taking the time to explore and address what pains us, acknowledging it and healing from it. Bringing awareness to mental health, domestic violence and gun violence collectively contributes to the vitality of communities. Advocate for "Tri-Awareness" with us! |
Socio-Economic Peaceful & Positive Community Engagement Southside Community Holiday Jamboree |