Another remarkable show of community support was on display at Lindblom Math and Science Academy for ChiGivesBack’s seventh annual MLK Jr. Day of Service.

Nearly 500 volunteers worked at Lindblom, Little Angels Learning Center and Pershing Magnet School, painting hallways, creating murals and refreshing the teacher’s lounge.

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“All nationalities, ethnicities coming together and we’re doing just that impact in these schools,” ChiGivesBack Co-Founder Sandi Robinson said.

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker, Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton and Chicago Public Schools CEO Pedro Martinez all joined in to help as well. These activities pay tribute to King’s commitment to service and promoting social justice.

“Today means unity. It’s about coming together and making a difference and giving back to your community,” Robinson said.

The ChiGivesBack link is now active for nominating schools for next year’s MLK Jr. Day of Service.

While Monday offers opportunities for people to serve and give back, organizers said not to forget that King’s legacy encourages all to embrace peace, equality and unity every single day.

Photo Cred: Ashley, Harpix Vision 360

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CHICAGO (WGN) — A lesson in generosity took place at Leo High School on the city’s South Side Sunday.

More than 5,000 Christmas gifts were given out as a part of the ChiGivesBack Chicagoland Toy Drive that takes place every year right before Christmas.

“It was a great opportunity for our students to give back and be hands on in helping another family during the holiday season,” volunteer Pernicia Smith said. “It absolutely keeps the magic alive and we hope that it sparks a flame that we hope will carry on.”

Now in its eighth year, ChiGivesBack also partnered with other non-profits to help 55 families in need during the holidays.

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There is a big effort to make sure kids all over Chicago get toys this holiday season. The "ChiGivesBack" Pop-Up Toy Drive is happening this weekend. Chi Gives Back co-founder Sandi Robinson joined ABC7 in studio Thursday to talk more about the toy drive. The Chi Gives Back Pop-Up Toy Drive is happening Sunday at Leo Catholic High School on South Sangamon from 1 to 3 p.m. More information can be found at www.chigivesback.com

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Fifty volunteers erupted into applause Saturday as guests arrived for ChiGivesBack's annual "Friendsgiving" event.

"It's important for the community to feel the love. They need to feel the support and know they are appreciated," said Sandi Robinson, co-founder of ChiGivesBack, a nonprofit organization.

The evening’s hosts, 12-year-old Harper and 16-year-old Journey, welcomed attendees to a celebration that featured a lavish meal.

The Thanksgiving spread included pasta, ham, salad, and other must-haves. The food, donated by Jewel-Osco and prepared by 11 chefs, was offered free of charge.

Dessert stations delighted children with ice cream, while Pookie Crack Cakes, a Bronzeville favorite, kept everyone’s plates full.

ChiGivesBack will host a holiday toy drive on Dec. 15.

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CHICAGO — A non-profit in Chicago is giving back to the community for a whole holiday season.

ChiGivesBack, Inc. is a nonprofit that works to make sure low-income communities have access to resources, especially during the holidays when there is great need.

Co-founders Sandi Robinson and John Boddie joined WGN News on Saturday morning to discuss the nonprofit’s plans heading into the holiday season.

Visit the ChiGivesBack website for more information on how to give back.

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ChiGivesBack to receive the Black Diamond Sparkle Award by Top Ladies of Distinction Will County for outstanding community service on Saturday, October 19, 2024!

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We are incredibly proud and excited of ChiGivesBack Co-Founder, John Boddie, who has been recognized as the Bernie Mac Foundation Rhonda R. McCullough President Award Recipient 2024!

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On March 14, 2024, Co-Founder, Sandi Robinson, received the President’s Special Recognition Award as a person who has demonstrated efforts to uplift the principles and values of the Deaborn Realtist Board!

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In honor of Black History Month, the Hooters Restaurants of the Chicagoland area presented a $1,000 scholarship for college to Joshua Smith. Smith is currently a junior at Leo Catholic High School in the Auburn-Gresham neighborhood of Chicago….Hooters partnered with ChiGivesBack for the scholarship selection process. ChiGivesBack Co-Founder John Boddie nominated Smith. The Hooters of the Chicagoland area has volunteered with ChiGiveBack on several local initiatives so far this year including MLK Jr. Day and the Black History Month Scholarship selection.

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We are thrilled to share a momentous occasion where ChiGivesBack Co-Founder, John Boddie, alongside former Secretary of State Jesse White, was honored by Leo Catholic High School for their remarkable contributions to the community.

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As we reflect on the strides we've made in 2023, we're excited to share the incredible impact our programming and initiatives have had on our community. But guess what? The best is yet to come in 2024, and we want YOU to be a part of this impactful journey! Let's make 2024 a year of boundless impact! Together, we're turning dreams into reality, one initiative at a time.

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J-Morg Entertainment presents "Beautifully Black" content series designed to highlight, and celebrate those who operate beautifully in black excellence. Chi Gives Back does just that by creating incredible volunteering experiences they were founded by the principal of doing everything in their power to make a difference in the world, and pay it forward.

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“GoalKeepers care more about what you are making and even care about how you make them feel. Gatekeepers focus on what they can get out of you. Goalkeepers matter. Gatekeepers think they matter. Perception versus reality.” – Marc Ecko, Founder of Complex

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