Lawrence Hall
@lawrencehall.bsky.social
Empowering those who have experienced trauma by providing healing, stability, & community connection.
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We are incredibly proud of our TIL Lead Case Specialist, Lashenuda Carr, who delivered written testimony today to the Ways and Means Committee on behalf of Youth Villages, by way of Lawrence Hall, on our work with young people.
See the full testimonial here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=5GEq...
See the full testimonial here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=5GEq...
November 18, 2025 at 8:56 PM
We are incredibly proud of our TIL Lead Case Specialist, Lashenuda Carr, who delivered written testimony today to the Ways and Means Committee on behalf of Youth Villages, by way of Lawrence Hall, on our work with young people.
See the full testimonial here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=5GEq...
See the full testimonial here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=5GEq...
We are so proud to be breaking ground today on our Lakewood LGBTQ+ Community Home. In the coming months, we hope to make this home as warm and welcoming as the Edgewater neighborhood that gave us such a beautiful reception while we marked the occasion with staff, partners, and community members.
November 13, 2025 at 10:42 PM
We are so proud to be breaking ground today on our Lakewood LGBTQ+ Community Home. In the coming months, we hope to make this home as warm and welcoming as the Edgewater neighborhood that gave us such a beautiful reception while we marked the occasion with staff, partners, and community members.
How are we managing the first snow of the season, Chicago? ❄️ The volunteers from Northern Trust closed our Garden of Serenity for the winter in the nick of time! We were so grateful for their hard work last week, and we're glad to know our garden will be beautiful as ever next year. #NTGivesBack
November 10, 2025 at 4:44 PM
How are we managing the first snow of the season, Chicago? ❄️ The volunteers from Northern Trust closed our Garden of Serenity for the winter in the nick of time! We were so grateful for their hard work last week, and we're glad to know our garden will be beautiful as ever next year. #NTGivesBack
Halloween may be over, but we're still haunted by the memory of the delicious s'mores, roaring fire pit, creative crafts & fun costumes from our Child & Family Treatment Center celebration! Big thanks to our Creative Therapies and Development teams for helping us end Spooky Season in Spooky Style. 🎃
November 7, 2025 at 6:29 PM
Halloween may be over, but we're still haunted by the memory of the delicious s'mores, roaring fire pit, creative crafts & fun costumes from our Child & Family Treatment Center celebration! Big thanks to our Creative Therapies and Development teams for helping us end Spooky Season in Spooky Style. 🎃
Looking to send your loved ones merriment in the mail? Spread holiday cheer with Lawrence Hall youth art!
Buy our 2025 #HolidayCards now through December 18 at lawrencehall.org/causes/holiday-shop/.❄️
Buy our 2025 #HolidayCards now through December 18 at lawrencehall.org/causes/holiday-shop/.❄️
November 6, 2025 at 8:53 PM
Looking to send your loved ones merriment in the mail? Spread holiday cheer with Lawrence Hall youth art!
Buy our 2025 #HolidayCards now through December 18 at lawrencehall.org/causes/holiday-shop/.❄️
Buy our 2025 #HolidayCards now through December 18 at lawrencehall.org/causes/holiday-shop/.❄️
Join us and learn how to become a licensed foster parent and how you can help address the needs of our youth!
November 3, 2025 at 3:41 PM
Join us and learn how to become a licensed foster parent and how you can help address the needs of our youth!
Happy Halloween from all of us at Lawrence Hall! We're ready to scare up some serious fun with our South Shore community today from 4PM — 7PM for our second annual HallowHood: a Frightfully Fun Fest! With spooktacular activities for kids and adults, you definitely won't want to ghost us 👻
October 31, 2025 at 2:58 PM
Happy Halloween from all of us at Lawrence Hall! We're ready to scare up some serious fun with our South Shore community today from 4PM — 7PM for our second annual HallowHood: a Frightfully Fun Fest! With spooktacular activities for kids and adults, you definitely won't want to ghost us 👻
Fall Fête 2025 was such a fantastic celebration of 160 years of Lawrence Hall! We're so grateful to L&M Catering & Lacuna Lofts for making the evening so special. Our programming gave us an entertaining dive into our history, and our donors raised over $375k! See our Facebook Album for more photos!
October 30, 2025 at 2:19 PM
Fall Fête 2025 was such a fantastic celebration of 160 years of Lawrence Hall! We're so grateful to L&M Catering & Lacuna Lofts for making the evening so special. Our programming gave us an entertaining dive into our history, and our donors raised over $375k! See our Facebook Album for more photos!
Now through December 5, you can request a youth wish list via lawrencehall.org/causes/holid... to make their wishes come true! You can also host a gift drive, donate physical gift cards, shop from our Amazon Wish List, or volunteer at one of our Wrapping Parties. Help us make merry this holiday!🎁
October 24, 2025 at 3:16 PM
Now through December 5, you can request a youth wish list via lawrencehall.org/causes/holid... to make their wishes come true! You can also host a gift drive, donate physical gift cards, shop from our Amazon Wish List, or volunteer at one of our Wrapping Parties. Help us make merry this holiday!🎁
Who knew Lawrence Hall youth were so creative and talented? We were so happy to put that creativity on display in September's Talent Show at our 71st Street campus! Thanks to our Creative Therapies team for putting the event together and always nurturing the imagination and artistry of our youth.
October 22, 2025 at 3:29 PM
Who knew Lawrence Hall youth were so creative and talented? We were so happy to put that creativity on display in September's Talent Show at our 71st Street campus! Thanks to our Creative Therapies team for putting the event together and always nurturing the imagination and artistry of our youth.
Thank you to Michael Wells for coming by with our new Cognia accreditation plaque and banner! Lawrence Hall's Therapeutic Day School has been Cognia-accredited for 50 years. We are so grateful to be recognized for this milestone & we're excited to hang these up to brag about our lasting partnership!
October 21, 2025 at 7:48 PM
Thank you to Michael Wells for coming by with our new Cognia accreditation plaque and banner! Lawrence Hall's Therapeutic Day School has been Cognia-accredited for 50 years. We are so grateful to be recognized for this milestone & we're excited to hang these up to brag about our lasting partnership!
Were you at Apple Fest this month? Hopefully you got a chance to stop by the Lawrence Hall booth where we were serving up sweet treats, syrup, and smiles! Nothing kicks off Chicago fall like Apple Fest, and we can't wait to come back next year 🍎
October 20, 2025 at 4:20 PM
Were you at Apple Fest this month? Hopefully you got a chance to stop by the Lawrence Hall booth where we were serving up sweet treats, syrup, and smiles! Nothing kicks off Chicago fall like Apple Fest, and we can't wait to come back next year 🍎
It was our best Fall Fête yet as we celebrated 160 years of Lawrence Hall! From our entertaining programming to the generosity of our donors, to honoring our Champion for Children, it was a night to remember. Stay tuned to see more photos & the impact your fundraising made on our youth and programs!
October 17, 2025 at 7:12 PM
It was our best Fall Fête yet as we celebrated 160 years of Lawrence Hall! From our entertaining programming to the generosity of our donors, to honoring our Champion for Children, it was a night to remember. Stay tuned to see more photos & the impact your fundraising made on our youth and programs!
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time set aside for reflection and support for survivors of domestic violence. As a trauma-informed organization dedicated to healing, Lawrence Hall encourages everyone to take action this month in service of domestic violence awareness.
October 16, 2025 at 2:02 PM
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time set aside for reflection and support for survivors of domestic violence. As a trauma-informed organization dedicated to healing, Lawrence Hall encourages everyone to take action this month in service of domestic violence awareness.
We're back in the beautiful Lacuna Lofts for tomorrow night's Fall Fête! We're so excited to fill this room with our amazing and generous Lawrence Hall community. Can't join us tomorrow? Don't worry, you can still bid on silent auction items at aesbid.com/FALLFETE25/#... until 9:15 PM CST Thursday.
October 15, 2025 at 5:20 PM
We're back in the beautiful Lacuna Lofts for tomorrow night's Fall Fête! We're so excited to fill this room with our amazing and generous Lawrence Hall community. Can't join us tomorrow? Don't worry, you can still bid on silent auction items at aesbid.com/FALLFETE25/#... until 9:15 PM CST Thursday.
#IndigenousPeoplesDay is celebrated on the second Monday of October, today, to honor the cultures and histories of the Native American people. Today, we celebrate and reflect on the indigenous peoples, past and present, for whom this country has always been home.
October 13, 2025 at 7:05 PM
#IndigenousPeoplesDay is celebrated on the second Monday of October, today, to honor the cultures and histories of the Native American people. Today, we celebrate and reflect on the indigenous peoples, past and present, for whom this country has always been home.
At Lawrence Hall, we put the well-being of youth & families affected by trauma & mental illness above all else. On this #WorldMentalHealthDay, we invite you to join us in fostering empathy, reducing stigma, & celebrating the resilience of all in our community who navigate mental health challenges.
October 10, 2025 at 9:44 PM
At Lawrence Hall, we put the well-being of youth & families affected by trauma & mental illness above all else. On this #WorldMentalHealthDay, we invite you to join us in fostering empathy, reducing stigma, & celebrating the resilience of all in our community who navigate mental health challenges.
Your chance to bid and change lives starts now! From a luxury penthouse stay to a Chicago Cubs party package, the items in the Fall Fête silent auction are as unforgettable as the impact you'll make. So don't miss your chance to win big while making an even bigger difference. aesbid.com/FALLFETE25
October 10, 2025 at 4:47 PM
Your chance to bid and change lives starts now! From a luxury penthouse stay to a Chicago Cubs party package, the items in the Fall Fête silent auction are as unforgettable as the impact you'll make. So don't miss your chance to win big while making an even bigger difference. aesbid.com/FALLFETE25
Today is #DAF Day, where organizations like ours celebrate those giving through donor-advised funds (DAFs).
When you give through your DAF to Lawrence Hall, it's the first step in empowering youth and families across Chicago. Email development@lawrencehall.org to get started.
#DAFDay2025
When you give through your DAF to Lawrence Hall, it's the first step in empowering youth and families across Chicago. Email development@lawrencehall.org to get started.
#DAFDay2025
October 9, 2025 at 8:15 PM
Today is #DAF Day, where organizations like ours celebrate those giving through donor-advised funds (DAFs).
When you give through your DAF to Lawrence Hall, it's the first step in empowering youth and families across Chicago. Email development@lawrencehall.org to get started.
#DAFDay2025
When you give through your DAF to Lawrence Hall, it's the first step in empowering youth and families across Chicago. Email development@lawrencehall.org to get started.
#DAFDay2025
Our alumni Joaquin and a group of lucky Lawrence Hall cubs had a roaring good time at the Lion King on Broadway in Chicago! Thank you again to Will and Good Morning America for giving them such a memorable experience. 🦁
October 8, 2025 at 6:58 PM
Our alumni Joaquin and a group of lucky Lawrence Hall cubs had a roaring good time at the Lion King on Broadway in Chicago! Thank you again to Will and Good Morning America for giving them such a memorable experience. 🦁
It's that time again! We are proud to host the Foster Care Alumni of America - Illinois Chapter Annual Thanksgiving Dinner once again. Youth in care and foster care alumni are welcome on Saturday, November 22 at 12PM for food, a DJ, flag football and more! For more info and to RSVP, scan the QR code
October 7, 2025 at 7:31 PM
It's that time again! We are proud to host the Foster Care Alumni of America - Illinois Chapter Annual Thanksgiving Dinner once again. Youth in care and foster care alumni are welcome on Saturday, November 22 at 12PM for food, a DJ, flag football and more! For more info and to RSVP, scan the QR code
Once again, the incredible crew at McDonald's donated their time to Lawrence Hall, and helped us in maintaining our Garden of Serenity! This is their third volunteer initiative with us since last Fall, and they have truly been a great partner.
September 30, 2025 at 3:42 PM
Once again, the incredible crew at McDonald's donated their time to Lawrence Hall, and helped us in maintaining our Garden of Serenity! This is their third volunteer initiative with us since last Fall, and they have truly been a great partner.
The Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce Apple Fest has added a third day for 2025! Come see us this Friday October 3rd through Sunday, October 5th, when Lawrence Hall will be selling our famous apple butter, apple cookies, apple syrup, and cake jars — stop by our booth and say hello!
September 29, 2025 at 4:38 PM
The Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce Apple Fest has added a third day for 2025! Come see us this Friday October 3rd through Sunday, October 5th, when Lawrence Hall will be selling our famous apple butter, apple cookies, apple syrup, and cake jars — stop by our booth and say hello!
Celebrate Lawrence Hall's 160th anniversary at our Fall Fête and bid on unforgettable experiences in our Live Auction! These exclusive items will only be available live and in person at our 13th Annual Fall Fête on Thursday, October 16, so buy your tickets today! aesbid.com/ELP/FALLFETE...
September 26, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Celebrate Lawrence Hall's 160th anniversary at our Fall Fête and bid on unforgettable experiences in our Live Auction! These exclusive items will only be available live and in person at our 13th Annual Fall Fête on Thursday, October 16, so buy your tickets today! aesbid.com/ELP/FALLFETE...
Thank you to @andrefor40th.bsky.social for paying tribute to Lawrence Hall's 160th anniversary with your inspiring words & honorary resolution in City Council. It's been our pleasure to serve Chicago & our community for such a long history, & we're humbled by the commendation bestowed upon us today.
September 25, 2025 at 10:01 PM
Thank you to @andrefor40th.bsky.social for paying tribute to Lawrence Hall's 160th anniversary with your inspiring words & honorary resolution in City Council. It's been our pleasure to serve Chicago & our community for such a long history, & we're humbled by the commendation bestowed upon us today.