advocacy

Art is advocacy, rebellion, and resistance.

We all play a part in making the world a better place.

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HANDS OFF PROTEST CHICAGO '25

Chicago

KEEP UPDATED: IL General Assembly

SENATORS:

Tammy Duckworth: (202) 224-2854

Richard J. Durbin: (202) 224-2152

Greater Chicago Food Depository

One of the largest nonprofits in Chicago; it supplies donated and purchased food to a network of 650 pantries, soup kitchens, and shelters across the county.

Its Lunch Bus offers free lunches to kids, and bring fresh food to parts of the community with limited access.

Chicago Public Library Foundation

Partners with Chicago Public Library to support equitable access to its programming.

The Foundation focuses on opportunities for learning, creativity, and building digital literacy. Its overall goal is to close the academic opportunity gap within the city and bring tools for success to all.

Working Bikes

This nonprofit operates out of Little Village and sells refurbished bicycles and bike parts at affordable prices.

Its overall mission is to reduce waste and promote personal wellness. Each year, the organization donates about 1,500 bikes to children and adults.

Chicago Coalition to End Homelessness

A nonprofit organization committed to advocating for public policy that will curb and end homelessness.

Target the lack of affordable housing across Chicago. Leads community outreach, strategic public policy, and advocacy for those affected by homelessness.

Nashville

KEEP UPDATED: TN Bill Tracker

Alive Hospice, Inc.

Provide personalized care to patients and their families, grief support services for nearly 600 adults and children in Middle Tennessee.

The heart of Alive is the love, compassion, and personalized service we bring to every patient and family in our care.

Begin Anew

Empowers individuals to overcome the obstacles caused by poverty by providing education, mentoring, and resources.

Provides free care and programs for students, evening and morning classes, and a relational volunteer driven model.

SENATORS:

Marsha Blackburn: (202) 224-3344

Bill Hagerty: (202) 224-4944

AWAKE Nashville

To help mitigate displacement and create affordable housing solutions for seniors on fixed incomes.

Provides supportive services that enhance their well-being while keeping them connected to community.

AbleVoices

Works to amplify the voices of people with disabilities through photography, fostering more inclusive communities.

Serve individuals living with physical, intellectual, developmental, learning disabilities, and mental health conditions.