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Join us at the 27th Annual Hunger Walk!Join us at the 27th Annual Hunger Walk!

News, Events—The annual Hunger Walk benefits pantries, soup kitchens and shelters in Cook County that are members of the Greater Chicago Food Depository’s network such as San Jose Obrero Mission. More than… Continue

My Visit to San Jose Obrero MissionMy Visit to San Jose Obrero Mission

News—When Israel Vargas talks about his vision for the future of San Jose Obrero Mission, you see it, right down to the sunflowers that will eventually shield the park he wants to build from the street.… Continue

FIVE MEN IN CRISIS EMPLOYED AND HOUSED IN MINESOTAFIVE MEN IN CRISIS EMPLOYED AND HOUSED IN MINESOTA

News—On Saturday, March 31, 2012, Antonio Mendez arrived at SJOM at 9:00 am. He gave a brief presentation about Riverview, LLP to the participants that were selected, the expectations as well as the… Continue

SJOM Educates, Finkl Academy ParticipatesSJOM Educates, Finkl Academy Participates

News—The end of January brought special visitors to San Jose Obrero’s Families in Crisis program. SJOM welcomed Finkl Academy students and their families that were interested in learning about San… Continue

Sentiments From A Participant At Families In CrisisSentiments From A Participant At Families In Crisis

News—On February 4th, 2012 Claudia and her kids finally found a stable home and left San Jose Obrero Mission with an overwhelming sense of gratitude, peace, and hope. In this article you will be able to… Continue

Eastern Kentucky Honors Program Visits SJOMEastern Kentucky Honors Program Visits SJOM

News—San Jose Obrero Mission partnered up with EKU’s honors program while EKU visited Chicago to learn about urban homelessness, in particular how homelessness affects migration. The students… Continue

JUST FRIENDS gives F.I.C. A Very Merry ChristmasJUST FRIENDS gives F.I.C. A Very Merry Christmas

News, Events—Christmas came early here at F.I.C, thanks to a group of young Latino professionals whom call themselves “Just Friends”. Lead by Celso Cardenas and Hector Salgado, “Just… Continue

I Won't Give Up: Elena's StoryI Won't Give Up: Elena's Story

Success Stories—When Elena was a young child, her parents separated. Her mother moved to Chicago with Elena and her sisters while Elena's father and brothers stayed behind in Texas. Because Elena's mother was unable… Continue

A Time to BuildA Time to Build

Success Stories—Gerardo's story. At just 24-years-old, Gerardo Flores has experienced things that most people pray never come to pass. His father left when he and his sister were still small, periodically checking… Continue

From Participant to ServicemanFrom Participant to Serviceman

Success Stories—Reggie's story: His poise and articulation suggest wisdom beyond his 19 years. Originally from San Diego, CA, Reggie and his older brother grew up parentless. Thanks to an uncle that cared for them… Continue

SJOM Hosts First Pilsen Networking EventSJOM Hosts First Pilsen Networking Event

Events—Forty attend SJOM's first-ever networking event.

Midwest Generation ContinĂșa Impulsando y Participando de Iniciativas ComunitariasMidwest Generation ContinĂșa Impulsando y Participando de Iniciativas Comunitarias

Volunteering—Los Empleados de las Plantas Crawford y Fisk Sirven de Voluntarios en San Jose Obrero Mission en La Villita y Pilsen

Giving Back to the Community BBQ and Block Party

All Events—Join Mission staff, participants, and members of International Christian Fellowship Church for FREE food and entertainment! Representatives from the Rauner Family YMCA, Chicago Fire Department,… Continue

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Aug 3 First Annual Golf Outing
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Sep 20 A Night To Rebuild Lives Gala
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