Blog
Welcome to the Lighthouse Foundation blog! Here, we share comprehensive recaps of our recent programming, celebrate our achievements, and provide updates on our ongoing initiatives. Explore, engage, and be inspired by the change we're creating together.
Advocacy in Action: Our Legislative Advocacy Trip to the State Capitol
On February 7, National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, Lighthouse Foundation of Chicagoland embarked on a crucial journey to Springfield, Illinois, advocating for equitable funding alongside other Black-founded and Black-led organizations.
Commencing A Journey Towards Justice: Lighthouse Foundation's 2024 CARE Retreat
On Saturday, January 13, Lighthouse Foundation hosted our second annual CARE Retreat. A day dedicated to shaping a brighter future, the retreat aimed to introduce new faces to the impactful work of our organization and to set the stage for a year of transformative initiatives.
Celebrating Progress and Unity: The 2023 Black Queer Equity Index (BQEI) Happy Hour
On Thursday, November 2, 2023, Lighthouse Foundation (LF) hosted our second Black Queer Equity Index (BQEI) Happy Hour at the prestigious Tavern Club at 333 in Downtown Chicago. The opulent venue provided the perfect backdrop for an evening that brought together nearly 100 community members and leaders.
Fostering Equity and Empowerment: A Recap of Lighthouse Foundation's BQEI Soul Food Brunch
On Saturday, May 13, in an educational and transformative event, Lighthouse Foundation of Chicagoland provided an update on our ongoing journey towards racial justice with our Black Queer Equity Index (BQEI) Soul Food Brunch.