Message of Support for Black Communities Against Racism

Published June 1, 2020 under Blog

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HealthConnect One stands in solidarity with Black people against racism in all its forms.

We are angry and saddened by the continuing injustices that Black people experience, all of which affect our public health. We will continue to work alongside Black communities, families, and advocates to fight racism and to uplift their health and well-being, now and in the future. – Jeretha McKinley, HC One Interim E.D.

We want to also provide Black moms and their families resources to other organizations providing support to the Black community during this difficult time:

Resource List

Where to donate to help George Floyd’s family

Official GoFund Me Page for George Floyd

George Floyd Protest Donations List

Mental health resources for the Black community

Therapy for Black Girls

Sista Afya Community Wellness

Loveland Foundations

Crisis Text Line

8 Mental Health Resources

Boris Henson Foundation

Organizations to support and donate to:

Black Lives Matter

NAACP

Community Bail funds

Chicago Community Bail Fund

Directory of community bail funds

Support for small businesses

Small business relief fund for businesses – Chicago

Volunteer Opportunity – Rebuilding Southside businesses

Support for small businesses on South and West sides of Chicago

Anti – racism booklist for children / adults

Books to learn about anti-racism

Anti-racism for kids 101

Free meals for children in Chicago list

Chicago Food Bank

List of food pantries

Food program on South and West side of Chicago

We will be updating this page as new resources become available. If you have additional resources local or national supporting Black communities please email dpando@healthconnectone.org

 

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