Governor J.B. Pritzker signs bill aimed at ending homelessness
Anti-Homelessness Legislation
David Mitchell-Bey, may you rest peacefully.
David Mitchell-Bey was one of Featherfist’s very own. (August 29, 1941 – February 26, 2023) We celebrate his life and legacy as a pillar in the community and a helping hand to those in need. David, Thank you for sharing your time here on Earth with us. You will be missed.
Tweet from Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot
Mayor Lightfoot has taken out the time to recognize Featherfist’s very own, Samuel Miller, Jr. Sam, you are a bright light to many and we thank you for your time and dedication to the cause of helping many in finding their way back. Samuel Miller, Jr. is a native Chicagoan and a veteran of…
Holidays at Featherfist
It’s beginning to look like the holidays at Featherfist. Thank you to Steve for decorating the tree. It looks amazing!!!
Dr. Howard J Stanback Retired, Director of Development
Dr. Howard J Stanback passed away on September 16 in Hedgesville WV. He was the son of the late Geneva and Charles R Stanback. Dr. Stanback attended Durham, NC public schools he was a member of the National Honor Society and an outstanding football player at Hillside High School. He attended Andover Academy before entering…
Featherfist has begun administering COVID 19 vaccinations to staff members and residents
The Wellness Group (affiliated with Walgreens) in partnership with Featherfist has begun administering COVID 19 vaccinations to staff members and residents in our project based housing sites. It is our goal to be able to make vaccinations available to all of the people that we serve.
Rep. Elgie Sims visits Navy Veterans
Rep. Elgie Sims shares a special bond with one of our very special Navy Veterans. They both love author James Patterson. Rep. Sims learned of this shared interest during a previous visit to the FORT facility and reached out to the author. He stopped by to deliver the surprise gift.
Coldwell Banker Hometown Hero
Chief Operating Officer, Stacey Anewishki was recognized as a Coldwell Banker Hometown Hero for leading the Featherfist staff that has continued to work tirelessly throughout the COVID-19 Pandemic.
The ladies of Zeta Phi Beta, Xi Mu Zeta to drop off socks and women’s products
The sorority ladies continue to foster the ideas of charity and service through their generous support of the women that we serve at Featherfist. On Saturday, June 27, 2020, Zeta Phi Beta’s annual day of service, a few of their members stopped by The ladies of Zeta Phi Beta, Xi Mu Zeta to drop off…
Marching for Movement
We’re Marching for Movement and hope that you will help us. Grab your family and friends and Join team Featherfist in our virtual 5k Run/Walk. Your contributions will help us further our mission to end homelessness in Chicago. DONATE by selecting FEATHERFIST as your team or charity.