Lincoln Park Community Services

Exciting News Alert!

We bid farewell to one of our brightest stars, Michelle Asare, a recent graduate of Lincoln Park Community Services! We couldn't be more thrilled for her housing opportunity that came together in just 10 weeks. Michelle's dedication and drive from day one has been nothing short of inspiring.

Michelle, we wish you the best as you take on this new adventure of life.

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Looking for fun? This year's Metamorphosis silent auction is chock-full of luxury vacations, uniquely Chicago experiences and wines from some of the world's finest vineyards. Metamorphosis will take place on Friday, April 19th at Venue West, but you can get in on our silent auction right now by scanning the QR code below to place your bids. Plus, even if you can't make it to the gala, you can still help Chicagoans facing poverty and homelessness while enjoying your winnings.

Hurry, the super secret silent auctions for splendid resort vacations to the Pineapple Beach Club, Antigua and Los Establos Boutique Inn, Panama will close at noon on Friday, April 19. So, bid early to win.
Only a few tickets to Metamorphosis are still available and only till we sell out! Come join the party by scanning the QR code below!

Only a few tickets remain for our 2024 Metamorphosis gala on April 19 at Venue West, supporting individuals facing homelessness in Chicago. A marvelous evening will be had by all, including dinner, drinks, music, a live and silent auction, and delightful company.

Join Lincoln Park Community Services at Metamorphosis, April 19th and give yourself a chance to win a trip to Santa Barbara! ☀️😊

GET YOUR TICKETS NOW!
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Come party with a purpose! Join us on April 19th at Metamorphosis to help us celebrate the decades long generosity and service of Carol & Brendan Deely—our 2024 Compassion in Action Award honorees. Please join us to honor their impact on LPCS and the lives of Chicagoans facing homelessness and poverty.

See them in action through the years below!

Join us at Metamorphosis April 19th,

Impex Beverages will also be crafting tasting portions of gin and rum cocktails for your enjoyment!

Rum Cocktail: 151 Swizzle 🥃
Lemon Hart 151, Lemon Hart 1804, Lime, Absinthe

Gin Cocktail: Bee's Knees 🥃
Herb Garden Lemon Verbena and Juniper, Lemon, Honey


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Only 1 month until Metamorphosis and you're invited! Don't mss out on the highlights of the year at LPCS!

Visit lpcschicago.org for TICKETS!

Join us at Lincoln Park Community Services as an IHP Case Manager. Help transform lives!

Interested? Email your resume to
[email protected]
with "Interim Housing Program Case Manager" as the subject.

Our heartfelt appreciation goes to Gregory Rigney, VP Branch Manager at the Lincoln Park Clark PNC Office, for facilitating this month's financial literacy workshop.

His expertise in saving, budgeting, and financial planning is crucial for guiding our guests on their path to empowerment and self-sufficiency.

Last night, Lincoln Park Community Services hosted The Twisted Pearl Ensemble, treating Sedgwick guests to a mesmerizing 18th-century chamber music experience. The Fortepiano's harmonies created a magical dining backdrop. Kudos to Street Outreach Coordinator, Dabney Lyles, for the incredible hospitality, and to our guests for an unforgettable evening.

The Twisted Pearl Ensemble is a contemporary music collective. They specialize in innovative works by living composers, promoting appreciation for contemporary classical music through concerts, workshops, and outreach programs.

Time's ticking! Secure your early bird tickets for Metamorphosis 2024 before the offer expires tonight at midnight CST. Head over to our website for tickets now:
www.lpcschicago.org/

Don't miss your chance at snagging early bird tickets for Metamorphosis 2024. Early bird ticket sales will end this Saturday, March 9, 2024 at midnight CST.

CEO Cheryl Hamilton-Hill and Assistant Director Angel Sierra represented Lincoln Park Community Services on Saturday night at the Junior League of Chicago's Annual Gala. LPCS received wonderful recognition and a plethora of items from our Amazon Wishlist that help us in our mission. We wish to thank the Junior League for their kindness and generosity.

Lincoln Park Community Services is happy to announce that ImpEx Beverages will be hosting a World of Whiskey tasting table with mini craft cocktails for our guests to enjoy at Metamorphosis on Friday, April 19, 2024, at Venue West in Chicago. Visit Lpcschicago.org for more tickets and more information!

ImpEX Beverages began their journey in 2008 with the vision to import niche spirits from around the world with the best that Scotland has to offer. ImpEx Beverages imports Whisky, Gin, Rum, and Mezcal from Scotland, Wales, Japan, Israel, Mexico, England, the Caribbean, India, and New Zealand.

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January Newsletter: Check out what has been happening with LPCS!

If you would like to volunteer with us, please visit https://www.lpcschicago.org/get-involved

To purchase Early Bird tickets for Metamorphosis 2024, visit our homepage at https://www.lpcschicago.org sales ends March 8th at 12:01 am CST.

Take a look into how the four seasons of the year impact those experiencing homelessness. For more information on how to get involved at our shelter, please visit lpcschicago.org

Early bird tickets are now available for Metamorphosis 2024. Grab yours now on our website. Sale ends March 8th at 12:01 am CST

We wish to thank the Ladies Philoptochos from St. Basil Greek Orthodox Church for providing sack lunches and wonderful smiles to LPCS at our 600 W Fullerton Location.

Are you interested in providing meals and cheer at Lincoln Park Community Services? Check out our volunteer opportunities at https://www.lpcschicago.org/get-involved

Huge shout out to our LPCS Interim Housing Coordinators and Case Managers for working to get eight of our guests graduated and successfully moved into permanent housing within the last week! 🎉

Metamorphosis 2024 is right around the corner. Tickets are on sale now at lpcschicago.org💜!

Please join us, Friday, April 19th at Venue West | 221 N Paulina St

Happy New Year everyone! Cheers to 2024! 🎉. You can volunteer with us by visiting our website at Lpcschicago.org and selecting "Get Involved". Let us make this year even greater!

Volunteer at: https://www.lpcschicago.org/get-involved

Greetings. As we approach the colder months, we want to make sure that our guests are comfortable and have what they need.

We are currently in need of men's pants in all sizes. To donate to LPCS, you can visit by clicking the link in our bio or lpcschicago.org/donate.

For in person deliveries, clothing can be dropped off to LPCS at 1521 N. Sedgwick Street. Our Interim Housing Coordinating staff will be there to collect and help transport your donation.

For questions about donations, please contact us at 773-549-6111.

Thank you to our community partners over at Jewel Osco for their generous food donation to LPCS! during this wonderful holiday season!

If you would like to donate to LPCS, please visit our site at lpcschicago.org/donate

LPCS needs your help to serve the record numbers of Chicagoans experiencing homelessness. https://www.lpcschicago.org/donate

Our CEO, Cheryl Hamilton-Hill, spoke to Fox Business yesterday about the new HUD 2023 annual Homeless Assessment Report. This national report, a snapshot of the unhoused population, shows that on a single night in January 2023 there were more than 650,000 unhoused people in America—a 12 percent increase over 2022 and the highest number ever recorded. “There are quite a few more people over the age of 55 that are experiencing homelessness," said Cheryl, "all the way up into their 80s.”

Here in Chicago, the statistics are dire. According to the same report, the unhoused population increased 58.4% from 2022 to 2023, including a significant increase in homeless veterans. LPCS served a record 3,343 in all our programs in 2023 and the need is only growing.

LPCS needs your help to continue providing a full range of services to the largest number of unhoused individuals. Your gift provides showers, meals, care kits, case management and housing to Chicagoans in need.

The need has never been greater. Please go to https://www.lpcschicago.org/donate to make your year-end gift today.

To read the HUD report, visit https://www.huduser.gov/portal/datasets/ahar/2023-ahar-part-1-pit-estimates-of-homelessness-in-the-us.html.

Greetings, Lincoln Park community, CEO Cheryl Hamilton-Hill will be going live soon to discuss the benefits of history of Lincoln Park Community Services along with what we are doing today to continue serving those experiencing homelessness.

You can tune right now by clicking the link below.
https://wgntv.com/on-air/live-streaming/

Last week, Krystal Casey and rang the bell after 118 days with us, and we couldn’t be proud. The progress Krystal has made has been inspiring to us all. One of the best sources of evidence are the glowing reviews we received from her employer. Our own reviews would be equally glowing because Krystal has been an invaluable member of the 600 community at LPCS. Congratulations, Krystal, and best of luck on your own!

Kerry DeBerry has rung the bell! While this is a hard-won congratulations, saying goodbye is not easy. Kerry possesses a heart of pure gold, and we’re lucky and grateful that he shared all that love with of us. We’ll miss the kung-fu movie nights, being serenaded with Jimi Hendrix covers on his beat-up guitar, and his nuggets of wisdom. Congratulations, Kerry! You earned this and then some 🎉

Join us this , to help support and change the lives of those experiencing homelessness here in Chicago.

Lincoln Park Community Services is dedicated to providing transformative support to those in need of temporary shelter.

Since 1985, LPCS has remained steadfast in our mission, “Mission over Everything”, we aim to go above and beyond for our guests. We understand that their success requires our continued effort and committed day to day.

Visit, Lpcschicago.org/donate to see how you could contribute to changing a life.

Your generosity goes to support guests needs and LPCS programs that are tailored combating homelessness such as;

* Street Outreach Program
* Drop-In Services
* Interim Housing
* Seasonal Emergency Overnight
* Guest security deposits
* 30-Day CTA bus passes
* Warm winter essentials

CEO, Cheryl Hamilton-Hill sits down with Nathan Ciulla, podcast host of, Bridging Chicago. Here at Lincoln Park Community Services the goal is to maximize the success of everyone who seeks shelter.

Visit https://www.bridgingchicago.com/season-6/cheryl-hamilton-hill-lincoln-park-community-services for the full interview and hear more about LPCS programs and services.

We’ve got another graduate, and this time, it’s international.

Over the course of 97 days, Alex has done tremendous work to secure himself stable housing. It has been an immense pleasure to have worked alongside Alex to set him on his own path for success. We got to see Alex off as he arrived at the airport, ready to embark on his journey back home.

We have been so lucky that Alex has graced us with his culture, kindness, and knowledge. We are all better for knowing him and we know his future will be all the better. Good luck, Alex! 🎉