FFHC Chicago

Strong fathers build strong children, families and communities!

[FFHC Chicago @ffhcchicago]

We are co-hosting a free food giveaway in partnership with @ShabazzSchool, @TopBoxFoods, and @WellCare_Health! Pick up a free box of healthy food for your family on Thursday, August 20th from 1-3pm at Barbara Sizemore Academy (6547 S Stewart Ave, Chicago). While supplies last.

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Illinois is ranked #7 in the country for self-response rates! Let’s all work together to get ourselves even higher in the rankings: go to https://t.co/cUSr6BygeO today to fill out your Census and save a Census taker from coming to your door. #MakeILCount #GetCounted

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It can be hard to stay positive with everything that is going on out there right now. Vernon Gibbs shares how he does so for his children. An insightful read.

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Curious to learn more about our work? Check out our new infographic below!

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Looking for a new podcast? Dope Black Dads "is a digital safe space for fathers who wish to discuss their experiences of being black, a parent and masculinity in the modern world."

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Rest in Power, Rep. Lewis. You will be truly missed.

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Not many of us get to live to see our own legacy play out in such a meaningful, remarkable way. John Lewis did:

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Have you completed your Census form yet? If not, go to https://t.co/VcQBKC5ycA to learn how to fill it out. It takes only minutes and is safe and confidential. Your response means more money and resources for our community.
#GetCounted #CensusSurgeWeek #Census2020 #BlackChicago

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Matt Prestbury talks about breaking Black fatherhood myths and his Black Fathers Facebook group (https://t.co/gx84Rr7KF1) where dads support one another. A valuable resource to check out!

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We just released Episode 2 of the "Come to Your Census Podcast." Listen to Chicago-area leaders explain how filling out the 2020 Census benefits our community. 🎤🏘️🏙️
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#GetCounted #CensusSurgeWeek #Census #Census2020 #BlackChicago #FamilyStrengthening

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Fathers play a major role in the health of their families and communities!
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What are your fears and hopes for your children in America today? Check out what other fathers had to say. #ffhcchicago #pofchicago #blackfathers #nonprofit #blackchicago #familystrengthening #blackcommunities

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At FFHC, we are working hard to dispel stereotypes like the myth of the absent Black father. Learn more about this myth in the video below. #ffhcchicago #pofchicago #blackfathers #nonprofit #blackchicago #familystrengthening #blackcommunities

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Our CEO, Dr. Kirk Harris, and Aaron Gouveia discuss some activities to help teach kids about racism and privilege. Do you have more ideas? Share them with us below.
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Are you in need of food assistance during these difficult times? Please do not hesitate to contact the Greater Chicago Food Depository at 773-247-3663 or find a depository in your neighborhood by going online at https://t.co/pnayomInis.

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Our important work with black men and fathers was recently featured in the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Research Magazine. Check out the article for more details! https://t.co/odXbqNIlQF

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Nat Turner sought to dismantle slavery and liberate African Americans from white tyranny. He led the major slave rebellion in Virginia in 1831. #ffhcchicago #pofchicago #blackfathers #nonprofit #blackchicago #blackhistorymonth #blackhistory #familystrengthening #blackcommunities

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Claude McKay was a key figure in the Harlem Renaissance, whose works protested racial and economic inequalities. #ffhcchicago #pofchicago #blackfathers #nonprofit #blackchicago #blackhistorymonth #blackhistory #familystrengthening #blackcommunities

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Elijah McCoy, an engineer and inventor, held 57 patents, many of which involved steam engine lubrication. #ffhcchicago #pofchicago #blackfathers #nonprofit #blackchicago #blackhistorymonth #blackhistory #familystrengthening #blackcommunities

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Benjamin Mays was one of the intellectual founders of the Civil Rights Movement and mentored activists including Dr. King. #ffhcchicago #pofchicago #blackfathers #nonprofit #blackchicago #blackhistorymonth #blackhistory #familystrengthening #blackcommunities

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Thurgood Marshall was the first black Supreme Court Justice. As a lawyer, he successfully argued Brown v. Board of Education. He had two sons. #ffhcchicago #pofchicago #blackfathers #nonprofit #blackchicago #blackhistorymonth #blackhistory #familystrengthening #blackcommunities