Covenant House Illinois

Covenant House Illinois We provide youth (18-24) experiencing homelessness with shelter and resources to become stably housed

🏠 Our Mission
The mission of Covenant House Illinois is to offer young people (ages 18-24) experiencing homelessness an affirming community, absolute respect, unconditional love, and a path to lasting independence.

🤝 Who We Are
We are a passionate team of advocates, social workers, volunteers, and supporters committed to making a difference in the lives of young people facing homelessness. Since

[insert founding year], Covenant House Illinois has been a beacon of hope for youth in crisis.

🌟 Our Vision
We envision a world where every young person has access to stable housing and the opportunity to realize their full potential.

🙌 What We Do
Shelter: We provide a safe haven for young people experiencing homelessness, offering them a warm bed, nourishing meals, and a caring environment. Life Skills Programs: Through our programs, we empower youth with essential life skills, education, job training, and resources to build a brighter future. Mental Health Support: We offer mental health counseling and support to help young individuals heal from trauma and regain their confidence. Community Outreach: We engage with our community to raise awareness about youth homelessness and advocate for change.

🌍 Get Involved
Join us in our mission to end youth homelessness. You can make a difference by volunteering, donating, or spreading the word about our cause.

📞 Contact Us
Reach out to us at [email protected] to learn more about our programs, events, and how you can get involved.

LGBTQ+ youth face homelessness for many reasons, and no single factor tells the whole story. Family rejection, discrimin...
06/02/2026

LGBTQ+ youth face homelessness for many reasons, and no single factor tells the whole story. Family rejection, discrimination, economic instability, and gaps in supportive services all play a role. Many young people leave home to escape unsafe and unaccepting environments, while others experience homelessness after aging out of foster care, being pushed out of school, or facing systemic barriers in housing and employment.

Research shows that LGBTQ+ youth are over 120% more likely to experience homelessness than their non-LGBTQ+ peers. They make up as much as 40% of all youth experiencing homelessness, despite representing only 9.5% of the overall population.

Learn more at https://nn4youth.org/learn/lgbtq-homeless-youth/

Several CHIL youth and Case Manager Jennie traveled to Springfield to participate in a lobby day on youth homelessness h...
06/02/2026

Several CHIL youth and Case Manager Jennie traveled to Springfield to participate in a lobby day on youth homelessness hosted by the Chicago Coalition to End Homelessness. Youth had the opportunity to advocate directly with lawmakers and share their experiences and perspectives on the realities facing young people experiencing homelessness in Illinois. Such a great opportunity for our youth to participate in, thanks CCH!

SAVE THE DATE! On July 16, CHIL will join organizations across the state for Hope for Homes Day, a statewide giving move...
05/30/2026

SAVE THE DATE!

On July 16, CHIL will join organizations across the state for Hope for Homes Day, a statewide giving movement dedicated to preventing and ending homelessness in Illinois.

Led by housing and homelessness organizations throughout the state, Hope for Homes Day brings communities together to raise critical funds and awareness for individuals and families experiencing housing instability. Last year, participating nonprofits raised more than $220,000 from over 900 donors, and this year’s movement is expected to grow even larger.

By supporting CHIL on Hope for Homes Day, you’ll help provide young people experiencing homelessness with safe shelter, supportive services, education and employment support, mental health resources, and pathways toward long-term stability and independence.

More details are coming soon. We hope you’ll join us on July 16 as we work together to ensure every young person has a safe place to call home!

A huge thank you to Accenture for spending time with us and packing 250 resource kits for young people who come through ...
05/29/2026

A huge thank you to Accenture for spending time with us and packing 250 resource kits for young people who come through our doors.

These kits provide essential items and a reminder to youth experiencing homelessness that their community cares about them. We’re deeply grateful for partners like Accenture who continue to show up for our young people in meaningful ways.

This week, CHIL CEO Susan Reyna-Guerrero joined leaders from across the state for the release of a new Illinois report e...
05/26/2026

This week, CHIL CEO Susan Reyna-Guerrero joined leaders from across the state for the release of a new Illinois report examining homelessness in the Latine community.

The report calls attention to the systemic challenges impacting Latine individuals and families experiencing housing instability and underscores the need for solutions rooted in equity, access, and community partnership.

We’re grateful to the Illinois Department of Human Services and everyone involved in advancing this important conversation and helping build a future where every young person has a safe place to call home.

05/13/2026

P R O M ✨
A day our youth will never forget! From the glam to the dancing, CHIL prom was a celebration to remember 🤍
Huge thank you to for coming on site to do hair & makeup and helping our youth feel their best. Thanks to for the beautiful centerpieces, bouquets, and corsages that made everything feel more special 🌹
Moments like these are invaluable!! Every young person deserves to feel celebrated and SEEN! 🎉

May is Mental Health Awareness Month.To any young person who may be struggling right now:You deserve support, stability,...
05/03/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month.

To any young person who may be struggling right now:

You deserve support, stability, and the space to heal. What you are carrying matters, and you should not have to carry it alone.

If you or someone you know needs support, our doors are open.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and for young people experiencing homelessness, mental health care is not optional...
05/01/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and for young people experiencing homelessness, mental health care is not optional. It is essential.

Many of the youth we serve are navigating trauma, instability, and uncertainty, often without consistent access to support. Mental health resources can be the difference between surviving and moving forward with stability and hope.

You can help by showing up in meaningful ways. Start conversations, reduce stigma, support organizations providing care, and advocate for accessible mental health services for all young people.

April is Volunteer Appreciation Month, and we're proud to highlight Cassie Nordgren, a dedicated volunteer whose passion...
04/29/2026

April is Volunteer Appreciation Month, and we're proud to highlight Cassie Nordgren, a dedicated volunteer whose passion for the arts and service has made a meaningful impact on CHIL ⭐

Cassie first connected with Covenant House through Broadway Serves in New York City, where she saw firsthand how creativity can be a powerful tool for connection. After moving to Chicago, she saw the opportunity to bring that work here, and took the initiative to start Broadway Serves locally, creating new opportunities for young people to engage with the arts.

Since then, Cassie has become a familiar presence at CHIL. From face painting at our Halloween party to leading dance and movement sessions with our youth (and staff!), she creates spaces where young people can express themselves and have fun.

“I am always inspired by the Covenant House community—their conviction, resilience, and radical joy,” said Cassie. “Witnessing the ways they care for one another and express themselves so fully is what keeps me coming back.”

Cassie's energy and creativity embody the spirit of volunteerism. We're grateful for the way she continues to show up for our youth and look forward to all the great things we will accomplish with her leadership!

Take Action Today 🚨No one should be punished for experiencing homelessness. Yet right now, Illinois municipalities are p...
04/15/2026

Take Action Today 🚨

No one should be punished for experiencing homelessness. Yet right now, Illinois municipalities are passing ordinances that allow people to be fined or arrested simply for sleeping outside, even when there are no safe alternatives.

HB 1429 is Illinois’ response to the Supreme Court’s Grants Pass v. Johnson decision, and it’s a critical step toward protecting our neighbors from criminalization.

The bill is just ONE step away from moving forward. A Housing Committee hearing is happening NOW, and we need your voice.

Submit a witness slip TODAY as a PROPONENT of “HFA 3” to help move this bill forward.

How to help:
1. Visit https://ow.ly/3A7Z50YJYkk
2. Use “Self” for Firm/Business (if not representing an organization), “NA” for Title, and leave Representation blank
3. Select “HFA 3” and choose “Proponent”
4. Choose “Record of Appearance Only”
5. Agree to the terms and click “Submit Witness Slip”

Local policies that criminalize homelessness only make it harder for people to find housing and jobs. Illinois ranks second in the nation for these harmful ordinances. We must do better.

Take action now. Your voice matters.

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2934 W. Lake Street
Chicago, IL
60612

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4pm
Friday 8:30am - 4pm

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+13127597878

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