Please note that this Thursday's distribution has been rescheduled! Pantry CLOSED on Thursday, July 9, 2026! NEW DATE Friday, July 10, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Touch Gift Foundation 640 E. 79th Street Chicago, IL 60619 This distribution will feature PERISHABLE FOODS ONLY, available while supplies last. Help us spread the word! Share this post with your family, friends, and neighbors so everyone is aware of the schedule change. Together, we're nourishing our community with care

Free Summer Meals Are Here! This summer, Touch Gift Foundation is making sure that every child has access to healthy, nutritious meals in a safe, welcoming environment. Through our Summer Meals Program, we're proud to open our doors to children and youth across the community, because no child should have to worry about where their next meal is coming from. Whether you're joining us after camp, between summer activities, or simply stopping by for lunch, we invite you to experi

A Recap of the Create. Design. Experience Series – Father's Day Edition Father's Day gifts have a reputation. Socks. Ties. A last-minute gas station card. But on Sunday, June 7, 2026, a room full of thoughtful, creative people chose differently — and the results were stunning. The Create. Design. Experience Series – Father's Day Edition took place at the TGF™ co-LAB-oratory Training Institute (CTI), Suite 217–218, 640 E. 79th Street, Chicago, IL 60619 from 1:00 to 3:00 PM. Ho

This spring, we are proud to launch the next session of the Career Readiness Series with an empowering and impactful workshop focused on helping participants gain greater clarity, confidence, and direction in their professional journey. The first session, Career Clarity & Direction, will take place on May 18, 2026 at 11:00 AM at the Co-LAB-oratory Training Institute and will be facilitated by Mrs. Laisha McDaniel, Founder of LLF Consulting. In today’s evolving workforce, many

Chicago, IL – April 3, 2026 — Touch Gift Foundation, NFP® (TGFTM) is proud to announce the expansion of its annual Mother’s Day initiative, Honoring Her: A Celebration of Care & Comfort, now supporting 11 senior housing communities across Chicago. This community-centered initiative is designed to uplift and celebrate the legacy, strength, and contributions of senior mothers, grandmothers, and caregivers throughout Auburn Gresham, Chatham, Kenwood, Englewood, and Woodlawn. Par

Touch Gift Foundation, NFP® (TGF™) is expanding its Grow with Google Career Certificate Scholarship Program, reinforcing bold solutions to increase access to high-demand career pathways while actively addressing the digital divide across Chicago. As the tech and digital landscape continues to rapidly evolve, equitable access to relevant skills and career-aligned training remains a critical barrier in many communities. TGF™ is responding by providing individuals with direct ac

During Black History Month, Ladies of Virtue hosted its annual LOV Day, a growing initiative designed to celebrate, affirm, and empower Black girls. What began in 2021 in Chicago has now expanded to reach girls in Atlanta and Washington, D.C., creating a national movement centered on love, confidence, and community. Touch Gift Foundation was proud to contribute items to support this year’s effort, helping provide meaningful resources for girls participating in the celebrati

Elevate Your Digital Skills at Bessie Coleman Library The Digital Learning Lab series, powered by Touch Gift Foundation at Bessie Coleman Branch Library in Chicago, offers free workshops every Wednesday from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM to boost computer skills and digital literacy. Series 2 Wrap-Up The last session of Series 2, "Smart Sheets II: Advanced Skills for Data," takes place tomorrow, February 25, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM, led by facilitator Kesha Owens. ​ This hands-on

Creatives — this is your moment. The Media Suite at the Co-LAB-oratory Training Institute is opening its doors for a powerful Open House experience hosted by Juby Dagod. Whether you are a: • Podcaster • Musician • Creative entrepreneur • Aspiring content creator • Visionary with an idea ready to launch This space was built for you. What You’ll Experience: • Podcast Recording • Music Production & Recording • Audio Recording • Voiceover Capabilities • Content Creation Sessions

Our Pantry continues to provide essential resources to individuals and families across our community — and volunteers are the heartbeat of this impact. This is more than service.This is dignity.This is compassion in action. If you’ve been waiting for the right time to get involved — this is it. Ready to step in and make a difference?Register for your preferred role and shift today:Volunteer Sign-Up Link Volunteer Orientation Orientation Dates (1st Saturdays | 1:00 PM – 3:00 P

A Wealth-Building Hub for Education, Workforce, and Creative Opportunity in Chatham, Chicago’s South Side Chatham, Chicago, IL — January 23, 2026 —Touch Gift Foundation, NFP ® (TGF™) proudly announces the Grand Opening of The Co-LAB-oratory Training Institute (CTI), a transformative, community-centered hub designed to support wealth-building through education, workforce development, digital equity, and creative enterprise in Chatham, Chicago’s South Side. The grand opening c

At Touch Gift Foundation, our work has always been rooted in community, compassion, and consistency. The ability to serve our neighbors with dignity and care would not be possible without the support of partners who believe in the power of giving back. Today, we want to extend a heartfelt thank you to Bombas for their continued partnership and generosity. For the past seven years, Bombas has stood alongside Touch Gift Foundation, helping us deliver essential resources and spr

At Touch Gift Foundation, we know that dignity begins with the basics — and too many of our neighbors go without them. This season, we’re launching a powerful community effort to ensure that individuals and families facing hardship have access to essential hygiene products that support health, confidence, and well-being. We’re calling on our friends, partners, schools, and supporters to help us reach our goal of creating 1,000 hygiene bags for distribution at our upcoming Com

On this Giving Tuesday, Touch Gift Foundation is honored to share a powerful milestone in our mission to uplift and empower our community. Mark your calendars—the grand opening of our new location is happening on January 23, 2026—and today, you have the opportunity to help bring this transformative space across the finish line. Lov’N the Streetz is more than a location. It’s a movement. A safe space. A lifeline for individuals and families navigating crisis, transition, or th