The Boulevard of Chicago

10/29/2026

The Boulevard of Chicago is excited to introduce Beth Dlouhy, LCSW, MA, as our new Chief Operating Officer. Beth joined The Boulevard in June 2026, bringing more than 20 years of leadership experience in nonprofit management, behavioral health, and social services.

Her background in social work and behavioral health brings a valuable perspective to The Boulevard’s holistic, client-centered approach while her experience in nonprofit management will allow us to better our operations and build stronger systems to support our mission and we're so exciting to have her on the team!

We look forward to this next chapter of growth and invite you to read more about Beth at https://blvd.org/blog/beth-dlouhy-joins-boulevard-coo💚

10/21/2026

We dinked, we rallied, and we made an impact! The Boulevard of Chicago’s Associate Board brought the community together for an afternoon of friendly competition, connection, and fundraising at our 3rd annual pickleball tournament this past weekend!

With a spirited tournament, raffle baskets filled with goodies, and the Chicago Bears game playing on TV, there was no shortage of excitement on and off the court!

A huge thank you to our sponsors, Spiral-Helix Inc. And Wintrust who, along with the those that attended and donated, helped make the success of the event possible.

And one last special thank you to our Associate Board for organizing another fantastic event. We’re so grateful to have a community that shows up, rallies together, and makes a difference!

If you didn't get a chance to come out to the event, no worries! We are still accepting donations! Donate today at https://blvd.org/event/3rd-annual-pickleball-fundraiser 💚

10/15/2026

Last month The Boulevard of Chicago welcomed members of our Board of Directors for a Share-A-Meal, and we're still thinking about the delicious tacos they served! 🌮💚

One of the best parts of our Share-A-Meal program is what happens after the cooking and serving are done: volunteers can grab a plate, sit down with residents, and spend time getting to know one another.

Thank you to our Board members for sharing a meal with our residents and for all they ways you support The Boulevard. If you're interested in participating in our Share-A-Meal program too, learn how to get started at https://blvd.org/volunteer.

10/08/2026

Exciting things are happening at The Boulevard of Chicago and we celebrated by hosting an open house last month! Those who joined us were able to learn more about the work we do at The Boulevard, meet key staff members, and tour our Medical Respite facility.

Thank you so much to everyone who came out to spend time learning about our mission and how we plan to expand that mission over the next few years. Our community is what keeps The Boulevard of Chicago strong!

Did you miss the open house? Learn about the programs we offer today: https://blvd.org/programs

10/02/2026

Last weekend, The Boulevard of Chicago welcomed back a great group from First Illinois Chapter HFMA for another morning of volunteering. The crew spent time tending to our garden before joining Medical Respite residents for a couple rounds of Bingo.

We're grateful to be able to connect with volunteer groups like FIHFMA, and we appreciate all their hard work both in our garden and in the connections they made with our Medical Respite residents. Slide to the last pic to check out all the yummy veggies the group harvested for our kitchen!

If you're interested in volunteering, check out https://blvd.org/volunteer to get started.

09/28/2026

Last Friday The Boulevard of Chicago staff gathered at Rate Field to cheer on the Chicago White Sox as they took on the Detroit Tigers!⚾💚

While our Chicago team didn't get the outcome they wanted, the real win was getting to spend time together outside of the office. Staff enjoyed good food, baseball, and plenty of laughs while strengthening the connections that make our team so special.

We’re grateful for opportunities like this to come together, recharge, and celebrate the people behind The Boulevard’s work every day.

Head to our website at https://blvd.org/ to find out how you can get more involved at the Boulevard and join our community!

09/25/2026

The Boulevard of Chicago's Board of Directors gathered last week for a retreat focused on reflection, collaboration and looking toward the future.

The retreat was an opportunity to check in on our progress, discuss our strategic plan, and hear updates from our Board committees.

We’re grateful for the time, expertise, and commitment our Board brings to The Boulevard. Their leadership helps us continue strengthening our work and building toward a future where more people experiencing homelessness can find healing, stability, and a path forward.

Interested in finding out how to get involved with The Boulevard? Learn more here: https://blvd.org/volunteer

09/18/2026

The Boulevard of Chicago is looking for community, corporate, faith-based, and other volunteer groups to participate in our Share-A-Meal program!

Share-A-Meal is a simple but meaningful way to support our Medical Respite residents! Beyond providing a nourishing meal, your group is helping create a sense of community, connection, and care for people on their journey toward healing and stability.

Whether you're a group of coworkers, friends, family members, or community members, we'd love to have you join us!

Find more information at https://blvd.org/volunteer or reach out to [email protected] to plan your Share-A-Meal!

09/10/2026

09/08/2026

Get your paddles ready! The Boulevard of Chicago’s Associate Board is bringing back our annual Pickleball Tournament on Sunday, October 18th from 12–4 PM at Clark Street Pickle! 🎉

Whether you’re ready to battle it out on the court with a partner or would rather hang out, cheer on the teams, and enjoy the fun, there’s a spot for you! 🙌

And this year, we’re adding even more fun with a raffle featuring local gift cards and surprise goodies you won’t want to miss. 👀🎟️

Can’t make it? You can still support the event by making a donation or becoming a sponsor!

Find event details, registration, sponsorship opportunities, and more at https://blvd.org/event/3rd-annual-pickleball-fundraiser