Media Kit

WHO we are
Founded in 1889, the Jane Addams Hull House Association is one of Chicago’s largest non-profit social service agencies. We are dedicated to helping people build better lives for themselves and their families. We take a community-focused approach to solving social problems by advancing the goal of “neighbors helping neighbors.”

WHAT we do
As one of Chicago’s oldest social service agencies, we serve approximately 60,000 individuals, families and community members from economically, culturally and geographically diverse backgrounds. Our 50 programs operate in 43 program sites throughout the Chicagoland area.

For children: Infant & toddler programs, preschool and after school programs, early literacy initiatives

For youth: Community schools, abstinence education, transitional and independent living programs

For families: Family literacy, parenting classes, community technology centers, domestic violence counseling and advocacy programs

For adults: Business development initiatives, adult literacy, job training, technology programs

For seniors: Retired and Senior Volunteer Program, home-delivered meals, recreation and companionship

For the future: Our research initiatives and the public policy agenda of our Center for Civil Society launches informative and hands-on responses to the challenges facing communities nationwide.

WHEN we succeed
We succeed when our clients succeed. Please read our client stories on our Success Stories page.

WHERE we lend a hand
When you contribute to Hull House, you help create a better future for more people than you might imagine. Not only do our services reach residents throughout Chicago and the surrounding suburbs, our services reach Chicagoans all ages: from infants to seniors. Our programs are located at 43 sites throughout the city, including our 3 community centers and 7 community schools.

WHY we serve
Our mission: Improve social conditions for underserved people and communities by providing creative, innovative programs and by advocating for related public policy reforms

HOW you can help
With your help, Hull House will continue to make a difference in real people’s lives everyday. Please join the Hull House family, however you are able – either as a volunteer, partner, or donor. The future we build will be stronger because of your contribution. Learn more about how you can Support Us.