The Carol Shaw Woodard Fund
Created in memory of Carol Shaw Woodard (1958 – 2021), the oldest daughter of Charles H. Shaw, the founder and guiding force of the development… Read More »The Carol Shaw Woodard Fund
Katie Coleman
New York Times: Former Sears Complex Returns as a Beacon in a Chicago Neighborhood
When Sears filed for bankruptcy last fall, many Chicagoans found themselves reminiscing about its glory days, particularly in North Lawndale, on the city’s West Side, where the retailer’s… Read More »New York Times: Former Sears Complex Returns as a Beacon in a Chicago Neighborhood
Stronger, Together: Letter from the Executive Director
Dear Friends, Chicago is going through challenging times. The city’s place in the national spotlight is often focused on our worst moments. Despite the well-publicized… Read More »Stronger, Together: Letter from the Executive Director
2018: New plans, partners, and momentum
With a new board of directors, dedicated partners, and a timely strategic plan, the Foundation for Homan Square (FHS) is on strong footing to build… Read More »2018: New plans, partners, and momentum
Homan Rails Farm nurtures collaborations
Since the first seeds broke through the soil, the Homan Rails Farm has inspired collaborations for work, education, and healthy eating. The latest partnership has… Read More »Homan Rails Farm nurtures collaborations
Family Focus Forever
No organization has been a stronger or longer-lived partner at Homan Square than Family Focus Lawndale. Family Focus is an original partner at Homan Square… Read More »Family Focus Forever
Free Spirit Media developing documentary filmmakers
This summer ten aspiring filmmakers from Free Spirit Media (FSM) produced documentaries with the support of journalists from the Pulitzer Center on Crisis Reporting. Over… Read More »Free Spirit Media developing documentary filmmakers
YWCA empowers job seekers
The YWCA North Lawndale’s commitment to empowerment is constantly defying expectations. Recently they hosted a Career and Resource Fair to address the various needs of… Read More »YWCA empowers job seekers
Gallery Nights
No community can thrive without the arts. Artists and creators play an important role in helping to define the shared life of a community and… Read More »Gallery Nights