Foreman @ CCIL

The students from Foreman High School spent the morning volunteering at the Chicago Christian Industrial League. Located in Lawndale, this transitional housing facility is home to single men and women as well as homeless families.

While they provide social services to their residents they also provide bags of food the local needy. Each Wednesday volunteers help put together sacks of dry goods, fresh vegetables and meat that are then distributed to those who need them.

The twelve students representing Foreman High School spent the morning packing some of those bags and distributing them, providing water to waiting patrons and passing out popsicles to children also waiting in line.

After a quick lunch break, students heard the story of one former patron who had been homeless and is now a counselor at CCIL. By hearing one man’s story, the students were able to see how their work today could affect the life of another.

Over the course of the day, our students helped distribute bags to over 150 patrons; delivered water and cleaned up the community pantry.

Thanks to Chris and CCIL for letting us spend the day in the Community Pantry!