COMMUNITY + ADVOCACY GROUPS
The Chessmen Club of the North shore, Inc.
Bryant Wallace, President
P.O Box 1265 Evanston 60204-1265
As one of Evanston’s oldest Black male community organizations, the Chessmen Club is uniquely positioned to help black youth and the community reverse the negative trends impacting them today. We serve as mentors, advocates and role models, while providing scholarships and pathways to internships and job opportunities. Furthermore, we are committed to providing our time, energy and support to address issues impacting our community such as hunger, literacy and health.
Evanston Branch NAACP
Rev. Michael C. R. Nabors, President
2010 Dewey Ave., #302A Evanston 60201
(847) 864-0038
The mission of the NAACP is to secure the political, educational, social, and economic equality of rights in order to eliminate race-based discrimination and ensure the health and well-being of of all persons. The branch meets on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m.
Haitian Congress to Fortify Haiti
Marie Lynn Toussaint, Esq., Chair
1900B Asbury Ave. Evanston 60201
(847) 530-0851
To mobilize ourselves as Haitians in the Diaspora to help develop Haiti. To strengthen and organize our human and material resources, our children, friends and allies of Haiti to make a positive contribution towards the creation of a stable, peaceful and prosperous Haiti where we, as Haitians in the Diaspora can reintegrate ourselves into the life of our country.
Young Masterbuilders in Motion, Inc.
Kim Wright, Founder
The Young Masterbuilders in Motion (YMIM) inspires, connects, and empowers young women orphans, adoptees, foster youth and alumnae to thrive.
The YMIM provides a holistic approach to mentoring and leadership development. Our programs are delivered through empowerment workshops, life enrichment retreats, and international missions experiences.