events

YOur journey to impact starts here! Our events are gateways to not only supporting children and youth in need but also to joining a community dedicated to positive change. Check out our latest events and see how you can contribute to a child's brighter future.

2024 Awards Honoring Local Changemakers

Join us Wednesday, October 23 at Wildman BT in East Garfield Park for a fun and casual evening honoring Chicagoland visionaries who are building a better, brighter future for children and youth.

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Celebrating Triumph Over Adversity

TRAUMA INFORMED AWARENESS DAY celebrates triumph over adversity, community resilience, and trauma-informed care for Chicagoland children and youth. This year, Bright Promises partnered with local youth leaders, elevating their voices in sharing their experiences of trauma and healing through poetry, photographs, personal essays, and more.

Webinars

UPCOMING WEBINAR | pROMISING PRACTICES: HOW DO WE MEASURE HEALING? - Bright Promises presents a variety of free, educational webinars where leading experts offer strategies, tips, and suggestions for addressing the most urgent, unmet needs of Chicagoland children and youth. Click below to register for our upcoming webinar and browse past webinars.

Image by Stephen Serio Photography

Image courtesy Girls Inc. of Chicago

Volunteer Opportunities

get involved. Bright Promises offers a variety of volunteer opportunities that offer you a chance to help the children and youth we serve. From hands-on experiences to skill-based projects, there are so many ways you can give back. Click the button below to learn more.

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Building relationships and listening to the needs and aspirations of young people is crucial. By creating opportunities for young people, we can empower them to reach their full potential, breaking cycles of poverty and inequality.

Destine Phillips – 2023 Awards Honoree