Why we need your help:

Everyone deserves to stay warm and healthy, but as we are too aware, not all have these basic needs. Chicago winters are incredibly harsh. The biting cold and lack of adequate shelter can lead to despair, health problems, hopelessness, and even death.

To make a meaningful impact, we need your support. Your generous donations will allow us to purchase new winter coats and essential hygiene supplies to distribute to those in need.

Our Story:

Above and Beyond is a unique Chicago-based outpatient addiction treatment center for those with substance use disorders. We meet people where they're at--abstinence is not required to access any of our services. Anyone who walks through our doors are welcome to an array of treatment modalities at no cost to them, whatsoever. Considering the work we do, many of our clients are either unhoused or lack stable housing. With Chicago's winter season approaching, our hearts go out to those who will be battling the harsh cold. We're launching this initiative to provide whatever warmth we can, along with essential hygiene supplies to our unhoused neighbors.

What will this money go towards?

With your help, we can:

1. Purchase high-quality winter coats (for both adults and children) to protect against the Chicago cold.

2. Purchase and assemble hygiene kits with essentials like Narcan, masks, oral hygiene necessities, and condoms.

3. Provide hot coffee and donuts for individuals in need on Black Friday, which is our distribution day.

Ways you can help:

1. Donate: Your contribution, no matter how the small or large, will directly benefit our neighbors in need. If you are local, we also accept gently used winter clothing donations. We are looking for coats, boots, gloves, scarves, socks & blankets!

2. Share: Spread the word about our campaign on social media, with friends and family, or other organizations to extend our reach.

3. Words of Encouragement: Leave supportive messages to boost spirits of those we serve.

4. Volunteer: If you are interested in giving your time please fill out the form attached! We rely on volunteers to support our efforts and get coats and materials to as many individuals as possible.

THANK YOU!

We cannot express enough gratitude for your support. Your generosity will make a world of difference for those facing the harsh realities of homelessness during this year's Chicago winter. Together, we can offer warmth, hope, and compassion.

Let's make Chicago warmer and safer for everyone! Please consider donating and sharing this campaign to help us reach our goals and provide essential care to those in need.

Thank you for your dedication to our cause!

With love,

Above and Beyond