In 1992, a group of congregations joined forces to provide emergency shelter services for those experiencing homelessness in their communities. It was just the beginning...
Learn MoreWe believe housing is a basic human right.
We transition people from housing crisis to a permanent and stable home in their community. Through impactful services and strategic partnerships, we find innovative, systemic solutions to end homelessness.
Our strength is in our determination to end homelessness and our proven record doing so - one individual at a time.
Since our founding, we have served more than 20,000 individuals experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness.
OUR VISION
is to end homelessness.
Our MISSION
is to transition people from housing crisis to housing stability.
Our Values
Compassion: We engage people with dignity and respect to help them overcome trauma and inequity.
Individuality: We recognize that every person has unique needs and strive to meet them holistically.
Community: We collaborate with all our stakeholders with purpose, care, and integrity.
Impact: We use data and evidence to inform our strategy and achieve significant social outcomes.
Teamwork: We embrace our diversity, life experiences, and skills to end homelessness.
Equity: We advance equity and promote inclusion and access in our programs, policies, and advocacy.
Our staff, Board of Directors, Associate Board, and Friends of Housing Forward share a commitment to ending homelessness in west suburban Cook County.
Meet Our People
Our diverse team of professionals is what makes Housing Forward a leader in homelessness services in greater Chicagoland. Come join us!
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Each year, we assist an average of 2,000 individuals and families who come to us from a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences. Their stories illustrate the complexity of housing crisis and homelessness, and how delivering solution-focused programming ensures our most vulnerable community members can thrive when they receive vital services and support.
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Volunteers are our lifeblood. Individuals and groups share their time and talent, getting us one step closer to ending homelessness. We welcome volunteers who want to make the community a better place to live.
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Together with our program, corporate, congregation, and community partners, we create innovative, systemic solutions to end homelessness.
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