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One Hope United Hosts Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for Hope Center Pilsen

One Hope United Hosts Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for Hope Center Pilsen New Chicago Location to Provide Critical Services for Youth and Families On Tuesday, October 8, 2024, One Hope United (OHU) proudly celebrated a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its newest location in Pilsen, Illinois at 924 W 19th Place, Chicago, IL 60608. The event kicked-off One Hope

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One Hope United Hosts Open House at New Hope Center Champaign

One Hope United Hosts Open House at New Hope Center Champaign New Location to Provide Vital Services for Youth and Families in the Champaign Area One Hope United (OHU) proudly celebrated its newest location, Hope Center Champaign, with an open house on Wednesday, October 2. Community members gathered at the new office space in North Champaign,

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Celebrating Social Work and Building Stronger Families at OHU

Celebrating Social Work and Building Stronger Families at OHU This photo shows OHU youth, Wilmon’s, last day in court, marking the end of his probation journey that began when he was 11 years old. Now, at 18, Wilmon is ready to start a new chapter in his life. From left to right: D’Angelo, Independent Living

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OHU Honors Ermit L. Finch’s Enduring Legacy with Dedication Ceremony

OHU Honors Ermit L. Finch’s Enduring Legacy with Dedication Ceremony Ermit’s wife, Jonni Miklos (right), and OHU’s Planned Giving Officer, Joyce Heneberry (left), next to dedicated weathervane. Celebrating Resilience, Compassion and Generations of Impact One Hope United hosted the Ermit L. Finch Dedication Ceremony on Wednesday, June 26, 2024 to celebrate the enduring legacy of Ermit

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Recap of OHU’s Spring Luncheon, Thriving Together

Recap of OHU’s Spring Luncheon, Thriving Together Our annual Spring Luncheon, Thriving Together, exceeded all expectations! Held at the beautiful BMO Harris Bank Headquarters in Chicago, Illinois, the event brought our community together in support of OHU’s mission to serve and advocate for the thriving of children, youth, and families. We proudly raised over $127,000,

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OHU Announces Damon Cates as CEO

OHU Announces Damon Cates as CEO After an extensive national search, One Hope United (OHU) announces the appointment of Damon Cates, EdD as its new President & Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Cates had been serving as Interim President & CEO since August 2023. “Four months ago, the OHU Board of Directors embarked on a search

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OHU is Celebrating Thriving Together Luncheon in June

OHU is Celebrating Thriving Together Luncheon in June Thriving Together is an opportunity to imagine how a group united together in hope can impact a child’s life forever. On June 13, 2024, One Hope United supporters will gather to celebrate OHU accomplishments and learn about what else needs to be done for our most vulnerable

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Celebrating OHU Day: 128 Years of Impact

Celebrating OHU Day: 128 Years of Impact Key Milestones in OHU’s Journey 1895: Reverend Ezra L. Scofield founded the Chicago Baptist Orphanage in Downers Grove, IL, which would eventually become One Hope United. 1903: Dr. J.A. Leavitt founded the Hudelson Baptist Children’s Home in Centralia, IL. 1948: Chicago Baptist Orphanage acquired the “Great House” in

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OHU Announces Damon Cates as Interim CEO

OHU Announces Damon Cates as Interim CEO We are pleased to announce Damon Cates as the new Interim President & CEO of One Hope United. While many are acquainted with Damon as our Chief Advancement Officer, Damon’s career in development and fundraising has spanned over 18 years at the University of Chicago where he led

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Navigating Equality, Diversity, and the Future through Affirmative Action

Navigating Equality, Diversity, and the Future through Affirmative Action Affirmative action, a policy crucial in promoting diversity and equal opportunities, addresses systemic barriers by ensuring fair access to education, employment, and other vital aspects of life. By actively considering race, gender, and other factors, it levels the playing field for underrepresented groups of people in

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