Hubbard Helps | Chicago

Salt and Light Coalition empowers survivors of human trafficking to thrive through a trauma-informed, three-step approach that equips them with self-awareness, workplace readiness, and ongoing support.

With us this morning to talk more about the Salt and Light Coalition is the Director of Operations, Corinne Kopsky.

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November is Career Development Month.

Tools Up Foundation is a nonprofit organization rooted on Chicago's South Side, providing free, hands-on construction training and career development programs to youth and young adults — from teens as young as 16 to adults. Their mission is straightforward: build stronger communities by giving people the skills, credentials, and connections to build lasting careers. Participants learn more than construction. They learn confidence, professionalism, financial literacy, and resilience - because a real career requires the whole person. 

With us this morning is Dominique Jones, the founder and executive director of the organization.

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PAWS Chicago is the city's largest No Kill animal welfare organization, building programs to end the killing of homeless pets. Along with adoption and foster programs, PAWS operates the city’s only high-volume spay/neuter clinic, providing more than 21,000 low-or no-cost spay/neuter surgeries a year, reducing pet overpopulation at its source. PAWS also operates a state-of-the-art homeless pet hospital that provides essential care to more than 27,000 homeless and at-risk cats and dogs each year.

Today, PAWS Chicago Chief Marketing & Growth Officer, Katie May, joins us to talk about their newest project — a future haven for homeless pets — The PAWS Chicago Rescue Ranch.

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Foundation for Culinary Arts inspires and empowers socially and economically disadvantaged students through educational programming and career advancement opportunities in the culinary industry. With us this morning to talk more about the Foundation for Culinary Arts and the work they are doing is Catherine de Orio, the executive director of the organization.

Upcoming camps include:

• Thanksgiving Community Cooking Class: Sunday, Nov. 15, from 11 a.m.–3 p.m. at The Chopping Block. Students will learn how to prepare a complete Thanksgiving meal and will leave with a frozen turkey and Mariano’s gift card. Applications are due Oct. 25.
• Holiday Baking Boot Camp: Sunday, Dec. 6, from 11 a.m.–3 p.m. at The Chopping Block. Students will learn essential baking skills and leave with baked goods and an equipment kit. Applications are due Nov. 15.

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Well Chicago advances community development by empowering youth, strengthening families, and engaging communities through arts, innovation, environmental stewardship, and civic participation. With us this morning to talk more about Well Chicago and the work they are doing is Tetyana Klymko, the founder and executive director of the organization.  

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Youth who are couch surfing, sleeping in cars, or are living out of motels, hotels or campgrounds are youth experiencing homelessness. The Harbour is empowering young people by investing in their futures and teaching them to be self-sufficient through safe housing and support services to prevent homelessness. With us this morning to talk more about The Harbour and the work they are doing for youth experiencing homelessness is Melody Rose, the Executive Director of the organization.

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September is Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month, and for more than 25 years, the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation has been accelerating research, empowering our community, and transforming care for those living with PF. A diagnosis of Pulmonary Fibrosis can leave some people feeling lost and confused. But the Foundation is here to help. With us this morning to talk more about the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation and the work they are doing for people living with PF is Seth Klein, the Chief Development Officer of the organization.

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What should injured workers know about workers' compensation?

What should you do first and what should you know about your rights if you're hurt on the job? Ankin Law turns 30 in 2027. With us this morning is Attorney Howard Ankin, a third-generation attorney from Chicago and the largest filer of workers' compensation in the state.

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The 15th Annual Moving Day Chicago walk will bring together the community to honor loved ones affected by Parkinson’s disease (PD), raise awareness, support the life-changing work of the Parkinson’s Foundation, and embrace the power of movement. With us this morning to talk about Moving Day Chicago and Parkinson's disease is Kerrie McKeough, Advancement Director with the Parkinson's Foundation Midwest Chapter.

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Warriors Walk is dedicated to supporting Veterans and their families by raising funds to provide essential mental health care. They’re working toward creating a brighter future for those who have served and are determined to make a lasting impact on the issue of Veteran suicide. With us this morning to talk more about Warriors Walk and the work they are doing for veterans is Ryan Brazel, the President and Founder of the organization. 

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