Executive Director Report

Rita Kahn: Executive Director 

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Happy New Year!   As we welcome in 2022, Chicago HOPES for Kids has lots of exciting changes underway.   We are welcoming Kimberly King to the HOPES staff as Volunteer Administrator.   She served as a VISTA (Volunteer in Service to America) for HOPES for one year ending her service in December 2021.  Her dedication and enthusiasm will help the HOPES organization build volunteer capacity and ensure we have compassionate and well-trained volunteers supporting our learners. Please join me in welcoming Kim!  With mixed emotions, I also need to report we will be moving offices as of February 1, 2022.  The Chicago Literacy Alliance has made the difficult decision to close the LiteraCenter where we currently rent space. All non-profit organizations housed at the LiteraCenter including HOPES will be moving out this month.  We are fortunate to have found a new home at 688 North Milwaukee in Chicago, only about a mile from our current office location.  We are looking forward to sharing photos as we create our new workspace for HOPES staff and volunteers. Please stay warm and safe and thank you for your continued support of Chicago HOPES for Kids!  

Best, 

​Rita Kahn
Executive Director
Chicago HOPES for Kids