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EVENTS + ANNOUNCEMENTS
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Latroy ‘Troy’ McDaniels In October of 2024 the Featherfist family was stunned to hear of Troy’s passing. Troy’s departure has left a hole in the hearts of many as he was a dedicated housing locator that has helped to find housing for many of our veterans, as well as a kind friend. May you rest…
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Chandra Michelle Smith Sunrise November 5, 1966 – Sunset March 15, 2024 Thank you for being you. Chandra, you were one of a kind and will be remembered for your laughter and your wholehearted caring for those that you loved and those that you knew were in need. Friend, may you rest in peace.
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Anti-Homelessness Legislation
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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.
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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…
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It’s beginning to look like the holidays at Featherfist. Thank you to Steve for decorating the tree. It looks amazing!!!
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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…
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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…
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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.
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Message From The Leaders Every year on Christmas Eve, we make sure all of the presents are in place by family group for easy distribution. We drink Asti Spumante by the fire and listen to holiday music, whereupon I plead to be allowed to open “one” present, while the magnificent aroma of my famous…
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