Making A Difference

A Chicago woman is trying to help prevent teen takeovers by replacing them with positive actions. Evrod Cassimy has the story.

Shady Oaks is one of the oldest summer camps of its kind – a special place just for kids and adults with different abilities.

The Ghana National Council of Metropolitan Chicago promotes Ghanaian culture and brings the community together through programs and events. Effah Ameyaw joins NBC 5 to discuss the return of GhanaFest.

The Greater Chicago Food Depository helps connect families with food resources across Cook County. Camerin Mattson joins NBC 5 to discuss summer feeding programs and other support available during the summer.

The Institute for Therapy Through the Arts provides creative arts therapy services for people of all ages and abilities. Jeffrey Wolfe joins NBC 5 to discuss the organization’s work and its annual Healing Arts Celebration.

Gilda’s Club Chicago provides free support and resources for people living with cancer and their families. Grant DePorter joins NBC 5 to share how the organization supported him through his cancer journey and discuss its annual awards dinner.

The Guest House provides comfortable, affordable accommodations for patients and their families throughout their treatment.

A Navy veteran is bringing joy and a sweet treat to people who need a little something to uplift their spirits.

An incredible organization is Making a Difference in Chicago’s underserved communities. Chicago Youth Centers has 21 centers on the city’s South and West Sides. Matt Rodrigues shows how CYC has been changing lives for 70 years.

Whether you call them gym shoes or sneakers, they are a big deal in some neighborhoods. A local nonprofit is shining a light on the often-overlooked issue of sneaker-related bullying. Regina Waldroup reports.

An inspiring group of friends, known as “the Spice Girls,” is hoping to ease the burden on families going through a difficult time. Regina Waldroup explains.

A Jefferson Park woman is using her own money to make emergency kits for women experiencing a crisis.

Thanks to kind donors, Christmas came early for kids at Endeavor Health Swedish Hospital, and Patrick Fazio has the story.