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Adult Education Tutor

Position: Volunteer Tutor  Department: Adult Education and Employment  Location: Howard and Evanston Community Center Reports to: Volunteer Tutor Coordinator  General Description: Volunteer tutors assist adult learners with literacy, numeracy or English language skills in a supportive environment. Tutors encourage and support students by helping them develop confidence and a positive attitude about education.  Time Commitment: 1.5 – 2 hours per week for a minimum of six months  DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:  Meet with student(s) weekly for 1:1 or small group tutoring sessions for 1.5 – 2 hours per week for a minimum of six months.  Engage students in the decision-making process of developing

2022-04-21T14:43:41-05:00November 10th, 2020|Volunteer Openings|
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Adult Education Technology Tutor

Position: Adult Education Technology Tutor  Department: Adult Education  Location: Howard and Evanston Community Center or Remote  Reports to: Stephanie Minich or Moon Parker  General Description: The volunteer works with individuals who need assistance navigating technology. This could include using Google, Gmail, Zoom, the Internet, and more. The volunteer may also assist the student in developing their computer skills, such as typing and using a laptop or desktop computer.  Time Commitment: Volunteers are asked to make a 6-month commitment to the volunteer position.  DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:  Work with an individual student or a small group of students on a weekly basis on developing

2020-11-10T12:50:21-06:00November 10th, 2020|Volunteer Openings|
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Howard and Evanston Community Center 2020 Virtual Benefit Event

Join our first ever virtual event to connect lives beyond the traditional benefit experience Launching May 15th at 6pm - Participate in the week long event May 15th - May 22nd RSVP HERE With the current situation as it is on a global level, we at Howard and Evanston Community Center (HACC) understand without connection, without optimism, and without stories and the beauty of those stories, the world can seem harsher. We are focused on showing that dreams are beyond physical borders and connecting lives is the true foundation for great change. Although we are unable to

2020-10-22T08:55:54-05:00April 6th, 2020|News|
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Join the Howard and Evanston Community Center 2020 Annual Benefit

This year’s event at the Woman's Club of Evanston on May 15th from 6pm-9pm will include interactive experiences showcasing HECC program highlights and impact, a dining experience with ethnic cuisine from the many places we have called home, and the annual Impact Awards honoring individuals and organizations making a difference in the greater Rogers Park community. The Awards categories are the following: Visionary of the Year: Awarded to an individual who sees the potential for a better world and takes steps to get there. The recipient is a passionate risk-taker who inspires others for change. HECC Spirit: Awarded to

2020-09-15T16:20:41-05:00February 20th, 2020|News|
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Support Howard Area

DivvyGiving with Howard and Evanston Community Center This holiday season, Divvy is giving thanks by giving back with Howard and Evanston Community Center From November 13 to November 30, Divvy riders can visit bit.ly/DivvyGiving to donate to the Howard and Evanston Community Center, a nonprofit that provides affordable and free education, employment, and health assistance programs to low-income people and families in Rogers Park and surrounding communities. The money raised for the Howard and Evanston Community Center will go toward the cost of transportation to job interviews, medical services, education, and crisis services. HACC’s low-income clients often lack access to affordable transportation and must walk

2019-03-25T09:04:12-05:00November 13th, 2018|News|
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The work itself is meaningful and fun

By Theresa Daniel I’ve been volunteering with the Howard and Evanston Community Center food pantry since April. It’s been an incredible experience. I'm enjoying it so much that I'm disappointed when it’s a holiday and I get the day off.     Volunteering here is special. This is one of the most diverse neighborhoods in the country.  The food pantry serves long-time Rogers Park residents and recent immigrants from around the globe. The volunteers and staff, like the clients, come from diverse backgrounds as well.  Every day I'm there, I learn something new and interesting. It could be something fascinating

2018-11-13T15:32:57-06:00August 10th, 2018|Adults & Families, Emergency Needs|
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House of Representatives congratulates former HECC Executive Director

The House of Representatives of the State of Illinois highlights Bruce Rasey's leadership of the Howard and Evanston Community Center by acknowledging among others, prevailing over the multi-year Illinois budget crisis and a record-breaking year of HECC's fundraising in 2017. The entire document is available below. State of Illinois, House of Representatives  

2018-11-13T15:34:48-06:00July 26th, 2018|News|
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HECC helps domestic violence survivors navigate the cruelty of the courts

This is Erika Castillo Smith. She is a former Domestic Violence Legal Advocate at Howard and Evanston Community Center who represented over 100 people struggling with domestic violence. About half of her clients were immigrant women, some of whom are dealing with possible deportation. The majority are low-income. “This program is very important because the system is hard to navigate. We know the people and the court the system. We know how the departments work,” Erika said. Erika’s turf was the court at 555 West Harrison Street in Chicago. She served as HACC’s staunch advocate for survivors navigating the tangled

2022-01-18T13:12:35-06:00May 2nd, 2018|Adults & Families, Emergency Needs|
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