Chicago CRED
@chicagocred.bsky.social
Create Real Economic Destiny. Our singular purpose is to achieve a transformative reduction in Chicago gun violence.
As Giving Tuesday nears, we’re inspired by Chicago’s unity—neighbors, businesses, and leaders driving down violence. This month, we’re sharing stories from those committed to Community Violence Intervention. Join us in building a safer Chicago by donating: secure.givelively.org/donate/chica...
November 20, 2025 at 6:58 PM
As Giving Tuesday nears, we’re inspired by Chicago’s unity—neighbors, businesses, and leaders driving down violence. This month, we’re sharing stories from those committed to Community Violence Intervention. Join us in building a safer Chicago by donating: secure.givelively.org/donate/chica...
Arne Duncan is honored to be recognized at @OneAimIL’s fundraiser on Thursday, Nov. 13th. This evening will bring together survivors, advocates and community leaders in the fight to end gun violence.
🎟️ Join in and get tickets here: secure.everyaction.com/WEuH2kwwyUCW...
#VoicesForChange
🎟️ Join in and get tickets here: secure.everyaction.com/WEuH2kwwyUCW...
#VoicesForChange
October 15, 2025 at 10:29 PM
Arne Duncan is honored to be recognized at @OneAimIL’s fundraiser on Thursday, Nov. 13th. This evening will bring together survivors, advocates and community leaders in the fight to end gun violence.
🎟️ Join in and get tickets here: secure.everyaction.com/WEuH2kwwyUCW...
#VoicesForChange
🎟️ Join in and get tickets here: secure.everyaction.com/WEuH2kwwyUCW...
#VoicesForChange
🌟 On Sept 23, CRED participants enjoyed Juicin’ with Tash! 🍏🥤 We learned how fresh juices & smoothies fuel our focus, energy, and wellness. Plus, we got active while tasting different blends—reminding us that our daily choices impact how we feel! 💪💚 #JuicinWithTash #HealthyLiving
September 27, 2025 at 5:09 PM
🌟 On Sept 23, CRED participants enjoyed Juicin’ with Tash! 🍏🥤 We learned how fresh juices & smoothies fuel our focus, energy, and wellness. Plus, we got active while tasting different blends—reminding us that our daily choices impact how we feel! 💪💚 #JuicinWithTash #HealthyLiving
🎓✨ Today we celebrate not just the achievement of a degree, but the incredible journey of overcoming obstacles and defying the odds. Each graduate is a testament to resilience and hope! #ChicagoCRED #AgainstAllOdds #Inspiration
August 21, 2025 at 8:30 PM
🎓✨ Today we celebrate not just the achievement of a degree, but the incredible journey of overcoming obstacles and defying the odds. Each graduate is a testament to resilience and hope! #ChicagoCRED #AgainstAllOdds #Inspiration
🎓✨ Celebrating our 9th Annual Chicago CRED Graduation Ceremony! This event showcases the strength and endurance it takes to transform lives for the better. Proud of all our graduates today! #ChicagoCRED #GraduationDay #Transformation
August 21, 2025 at 6:11 PM
🎓✨ Celebrating our 9th Annual Chicago CRED Graduation Ceremony! This event showcases the strength and endurance it takes to transform lives for the better. Proud of all our graduates today! #ChicagoCRED #GraduationDay #Transformation
🎉 Congrats to our Westside Hub 3 graduates! Today, we celebrated your achievement with a banquet at Redstone Restaurant. Proud of you all as you become Changemakers! 🌟 #Graduation #WestsideHub3
August 15, 2025 at 10:45 PM
🎉 Congrats to our Westside Hub 3 graduates! Today, we celebrated your achievement with a banquet at Redstone Restaurant. Proud of you all as you become Changemakers! 🌟 #Graduation #WestsideHub3
Alderman La Spata visited our Employment and Training site to learn about our efforts in reducing gun violence. Together with CRED and ALSO, we're connecting those at high risk with vital services to help turn their lives around. #GunViolencePrevention
August 14, 2025 at 4:33 PM
Alderman La Spata visited our Employment and Training site to learn about our efforts in reducing gun violence. Together with CRED and ALSO, we're connecting those at high risk with vital services to help turn their lives around. #GunViolencePrevention
🌟 Inspiring day at the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine! A team from Chicago CRED shared powerful experiences with first-year medical students. Huge thanks to Rodshawn, CW, and Jaela for their impactful stories of change and empowerment! 🙌💙 #ChicagoCRED #FutureDoctors
August 14, 2025 at 12:17 AM
🌟 Inspiring day at the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine! A team from Chicago CRED shared powerful experiences with first-year medical students. Huge thanks to Rodshawn, CW, and Jaela for their impactful stories of change and empowerment! 🙌💙 #ChicagoCRED #FutureDoctors
🌟 Exciting news from Chicago CRED! Our participants recently took part in an art and expression class, tapping into their creativity and showcasing their self-expression. Proud to support their journeys! 🎨✨ #ChicagoCRED #CreativityUnleashed
August 13, 2025 at 2:18 PM
🌟 Exciting news from Chicago CRED! Our participants recently took part in an art and expression class, tapping into their creativity and showcasing their self-expression. Proud to support their journeys! 🎨✨ #ChicagoCRED #CreativityUnleashed
🌟 On Saturday night, our Chicago CRED team visited West Englewood with FLIP Peacekeepers at 57th and Racine. This new team, launched by TODB, is ready to make a positive impact! Grateful for this collaboration! 🙌💙 #Community #PositiveChange
August 11, 2025 at 7:12 PM
🌟 On Saturday night, our Chicago CRED team visited West Englewood with FLIP Peacekeepers at 57th and Racine. This new team, launched by TODB, is ready to make a positive impact! Grateful for this collaboration! 🙌💙 #Community #PositiveChange
📊 Our Chicago CRED team recently met with Mayor Nichols in Tulsa to discuss violence prevention strategies. While we don’t serve Tulsa, the need for peace impacts us all. Together, we can create safer communities! #ViolencePrevention #CommunitySafety
July 31, 2025 at 5:00 PM
📊 Our Chicago CRED team recently met with Mayor Nichols in Tulsa to discuss violence prevention strategies. While we don’t serve Tulsa, the need for peace impacts us all. Together, we can create safer communities! #ViolencePrevention #CommunitySafety
Had an amazing two days with a team from Barbados focused on reducing violence. We learned a lot from each other, reminding us that ending gun violence is a collective effort. Together, we can make a difference! 💪❤️ #EndGunViolence #Collaboration
July 16, 2025 at 12:24 AM
Had an amazing two days with a team from Barbados focused on reducing violence. We learned a lot from each other, reminding us that ending gun violence is a collective effort. Together, we can make a difference! 💪❤️ #EndGunViolence #Collaboration
"As business leaders, we understand that a safe community is essential for a strong economy," said Eric Smith during today's SC2 gathering. #CommunitySafety #StrongEconomy #SC2Gathering
July 15, 2025 at 4:49 PM
"As business leaders, we understand that a safe community is essential for a strong economy," said Eric Smith during today's SC2 gathering. #CommunitySafety #StrongEconomy #SC2Gathering
"Going forward, we are determined to continue our efforts to show that effective violence reduction strategies truly work," said Esther Franco-Payne at today's SC2 gathering. #ViolenceReduction #SC2Gathering
July 15, 2025 at 4:44 PM
"Going forward, we are determined to continue our efforts to show that effective violence reduction strategies truly work," said Esther Franco-Payne at today's SC2 gathering. #ViolenceReduction #SC2Gathering
"Together, we are making progress towards long-term community safety." - Toni Preckwinkle, President of the Cook County Board of Commissioners, at today's SC2 gathering. #CommunitySafety #SC2
July 15, 2025 at 4:31 PM
"Together, we are making progress towards long-term community safety." - Toni Preckwinkle, President of the Cook County Board of Commissioners, at today's SC2 gathering. #CommunitySafety #SC2
"We are committed to expanding CVI programs in our neighborhoods." - Mayor Brandon Johnson at the SC2 Gathering. #CommunitySupport #CVI
July 15, 2025 at 4:21 PM
"We are committed to expanding CVI programs in our neighborhoods." - Mayor Brandon Johnson at the SC2 Gathering. #CommunitySupport #CVI
"This work is both humbling and essential to the continued success of CVI in improving safety in Chicago." - @arneduncan.bsky.social at the SC2 gathering. #ChicagoSafety #CVI
July 15, 2025 at 4:18 PM
"This work is both humbling and essential to the continued success of CVI in improving safety in Chicago." - @arneduncan.bsky.social at the SC2 gathering. #ChicagoSafety #CVI
"We have the opportunity to become one of the safest big cities in the country." - Susan Lee at the SC2 gathering. #SafetyFirst #CommunityStrength
July 15, 2025 at 4:14 PM
"We have the opportunity to become one of the safest big cities in the country." - Susan Lee at the SC2 gathering. #SafetyFirst #CommunityStrength
🌟 Exciting news! Our Chicago CRED participants recently attended the Union Local IBEW 27 job fair, connecting with employers and exploring union job opportunities. We're proud to support their journey toward sustainable employment! 💪✨
#ChicagoCRED #IBEW27 #JobFair #CareerOpportunities
#ChicagoCRED #IBEW27 #JobFair #CareerOpportunities
July 11, 2025 at 7:52 PM
🌟 Exciting news! Our Chicago CRED participants recently attended the Union Local IBEW 27 job fair, connecting with employers and exploring union job opportunities. We're proud to support their journey toward sustainable employment! 💪✨
#ChicagoCRED #IBEW27 #JobFair #CareerOpportunities
#ChicagoCRED #IBEW27 #JobFair #CareerOpportunities
Join us TODAY for a Community Meeting on safety in observance of Gun Violence Awareness Month!
🗓 June 30 4:30-6:30 PM
📍 Youth Peace Center (420 W 111th St, Chicago)
Enjoy activities for kids, including a bouncy house and face painting.
RSVP: roselandgunviolenceawaren.rsvpify.com
🗓 June 30 4:30-6:30 PM
📍 Youth Peace Center (420 W 111th St, Chicago)
Enjoy activities for kids, including a bouncy house and face painting.
RSVP: roselandgunviolenceawaren.rsvpify.com
June 30, 2025 at 1:24 PM
Join us TODAY for a Community Meeting on safety in observance of Gun Violence Awareness Month!
🗓 June 30 4:30-6:30 PM
📍 Youth Peace Center (420 W 111th St, Chicago)
Enjoy activities for kids, including a bouncy house and face painting.
RSVP: roselandgunviolenceawaren.rsvpify.com
🗓 June 30 4:30-6:30 PM
📍 Youth Peace Center (420 W 111th St, Chicago)
Enjoy activities for kids, including a bouncy house and face painting.
RSVP: roselandgunviolenceawaren.rsvpify.com
Join us for a Community Meeting on safety in observance of Gun Violence Awareness Month!
🗓 June 30 4:30-6:30 PM
📍 Youth Peace Center (420 W 111th St, Chicago)
Enjoy activities for kids, including a bouncy house and face painting.
RSVP: roselandgunviolenceawaren.rsvpify.com
🗓 June 30 4:30-6:30 PM
📍 Youth Peace Center (420 W 111th St, Chicago)
Enjoy activities for kids, including a bouncy house and face painting.
RSVP: roselandgunviolenceawaren.rsvpify.com
June 24, 2025 at 8:24 PM
Join us for a Community Meeting on safety in observance of Gun Violence Awareness Month!
🗓 June 30 4:30-6:30 PM
📍 Youth Peace Center (420 W 111th St, Chicago)
Enjoy activities for kids, including a bouncy house and face painting.
RSVP: roselandgunviolenceawaren.rsvpify.com
🗓 June 30 4:30-6:30 PM
📍 Youth Peace Center (420 W 111th St, Chicago)
Enjoy activities for kids, including a bouncy house and face painting.
RSVP: roselandgunviolenceawaren.rsvpify.com
Join us for a Community Meeting on safety in observance of Gun Violence Awareness Month!
🗓 June 30 4:30-6:30 PM
📍 Youth Peace Center (420 W 111th St, Chicago)
Enjoy activities for kids, including a bouncy house and face painting, plus food for all!
RSVP: roselandgunviolenceawaren.rsvpify.com
🗓 June 30 4:30-6:30 PM
📍 Youth Peace Center (420 W 111th St, Chicago)
Enjoy activities for kids, including a bouncy house and face painting, plus food for all!
RSVP: roselandgunviolenceawaren.rsvpify.com
June 16, 2025 at 4:56 PM
Join us for a Community Meeting on safety in observance of Gun Violence Awareness Month!
🗓 June 30 4:30-6:30 PM
📍 Youth Peace Center (420 W 111th St, Chicago)
Enjoy activities for kids, including a bouncy house and face painting, plus food for all!
RSVP: roselandgunviolenceawaren.rsvpify.com
🗓 June 30 4:30-6:30 PM
📍 Youth Peace Center (420 W 111th St, Chicago)
Enjoy activities for kids, including a bouncy house and face painting, plus food for all!
RSVP: roselandgunviolenceawaren.rsvpify.com
🧡 Jamyira & her brother were shot growing up in Chicago, facing trauma that could have ended their lives. Through Chicago CRED, she found healing & hope.
This #GunViolenceAwarenessMonth, donate to support our work transforming lives:
secure.givelively.org/donate/chicago…
#WearOrangege
June 12, 2025 at 6:52 PM
🧡 Jamyira & her brother were shot growing up in Chicago, facing trauma that could have ended their lives. Through Chicago CRED, she found healing & hope.
This #GunViolenceAwarenessMonth, donate to support our work transforming lives:
secure.givelively.org/donate/chicago…
#WearOrangege
Rev. Marshall Hatch Jr. leads The MAAFA Redemption Project, supporting young men in West Garfield Park.
In the latest episode of Almost There—an Emerson Collective podcast—he shares how he's helping these young men resist despair and become change agents.
Listen here: ⬇️
lnk.to/almost-there
In the latest episode of Almost There—an Emerson Collective podcast—he shares how he's helping these young men resist despair and become change agents.
Listen here: ⬇️
lnk.to/almost-there
June 11, 2025 at 9:47 PM
Rev. Marshall Hatch Jr. leads The MAAFA Redemption Project, supporting young men in West Garfield Park.
In the latest episode of Almost There—an Emerson Collective podcast—he shares how he's helping these young men resist despair and become change agents.
Listen here: ⬇️
lnk.to/almost-there
In the latest episode of Almost There—an Emerson Collective podcast—he shares how he's helping these young men resist despair and become change agents.
Listen here: ⬇️
lnk.to/almost-there
🌟 Huge shoutout to members of our Chicago CRED staff for participating in the annual Strides For Peace race as part of Gun Violence Awareness Month!
June 9, 2025 at 9:39 PM
🌟 Huge shoutout to members of our Chicago CRED staff for participating in the annual Strides For Peace race as part of Gun Violence Awareness Month!