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# Family Empowerment Centers

Our vision is to build whole people, whole families, and whole communities, thereby transforming the culture of mission and ministry.

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## Posts

- [From The Front Desk](https://familyempower.org/from-the-front-desk/) - I look both ways as I walk past the newest run over crosswalk sign in the middle of the street. Devon and Bosworth. I had never memorized an intersection so well as I know this one now. Usually, I am grateful to see one of our large wooden doors cracked a bit open so that
- [God Moves: How a Small Yes and a Small Place Can Make a Big Impact](https://familyempower.org/god-moves-how-a-small-yes-and-a-small-place-can-make-a-big-impact/) - Brenda has been a part of the Redemption Church and Family Empowerment Centers community for over two decades. She shares a short testimony of how God has used this part of her life to move in her and through her alongside others. About 24 years ago, my former Sunday school teacher told me about a
- [What God Can Do Through a Good Samaritan](https://familyempower.org/here-2/) - Have you ever met a Good Samaritan? A stranger that noticed your needs, saw you, and tried to help in some way? Some of us might have friends and family who know us and know what we need. They are there for us. But what about a time when you needed something and none of
- [Amongst the Tombs](https://familyempower.org/amongst-the-tombs/) - All through the Scriptures God is giving us an opportunity to know Him…to know His heart. Our community has recently been working through the book of Mark, and we are continually reminded of God’s character as we get to know Him through the living testimony of Jesus, His Son. In Mark 5, there is a
- [Not Alone in the Unknown](https://familyempower.org/not-alone-in-the-unknown/) - I learned about Family Empowerment Centers through Rosa, my roommate at the shelter where my family and I were temporarily living since our arrival to the United States. FEC has a very kind and helpful staff. From psycho-emotional counseling to spiritual guidance, they helped us integrate more assertively into the community. Danielle Castro, in particular,
- [The Heart of an Immigrant Mother](https://familyempower.org/the-heart-of-an-immigrant-mother/) - I write as an immigrant mother seeking to improve the quality of life for my family, willing to get to know and be part of the community we have chosen as our new home. A new country, a new house and school, although everything new sounds attractive, exciting, even enviable, it still carries a certain
- [Here](https://familyempower.org/here/) - A poem by the FEC staff Here poetry is shared. Gospel hope is proclaimed. Here chairs are stacked, then lined up, then sat on, then moved around, then stacked again. Screams of laughter and stomping feet fill the space. Here coffee smells and Spanish language sounds. Here those far from God see his hands scoop
- [Community Member Spotlight](https://familyempower.org/community-member-spotlight/) - Tom Krakowski is an active member of Family Empowerment Centers & Redemption Church, and he has been a major help for our community throughout the years. We interviewed him to learn a little bit more about his FEC journey. When and how did you first get connected to Family Empowerment Centers? I first became connected
- [Soaking Up Truth](https://familyempower.org/where-laughter-learning-growth-thrive-2/) - "Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the Kingdom of Heaven belongs to such as these." - Matthew 19:14 What an awesome joy it is to serve our Lord through children’s ministries! I’ve been thinking a lot about this lately as I see young children soak up spiritual truth.
- [Where Laughter, Learning, & Growth Thrive](https://familyempower.org/where-laughter-learning-growth-thrive/) - Joining the Family Empowerment Centers team has given me an amazing opportunity to connect with so many unique, interesting, and exceptional people. Everyday coming into work, I know I’ll be met by friendly faces, laughter, silliness, and probably a soccer tournament too. It’s incredible to watch the children part of the after-school program embrace new
- [Creating a Safe Space for All](https://familyempower.org/creating-a-safe-space-for-all/) - Enrichment Classes During Community Mornings Every Wednesday from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM, I have the privilege and the opportunity to teach a class about personal growth. We discuss topics like, parenting styles, drug use and prevention in teenagers, shame and guilt, stages of change in substance abuse, SMART goals, etc. I teach this class
- [Kingdom Work Through Football Camp](https://familyempower.org/kingdom-work-through-football-camp/) - Football season has officially kicked off! From Friday Night Lights, College Football, and the start of the NFL season people all around the country are gathering around to watch and participate in football. As someone who grew up in the great state of Nebraska watching the Cornhuskers play, I can understand the excitement of the
- [Building Community In Ordinary Life](https://familyempower.org/building-community-in-ordinary-life/) - One of our Ignite youth leaders shares stories and reflections about how God has been moving in his life and the life of the youth through ordinary community settings. Earlier this year, at Ignite we had discussions about spiritual gifts. We talked about how God has gifted us, the gifts we have been given, and
- [ESL Is About People](https://familyempower.org/esl-is-about-people/) - This an interview with our ESL Director, Hannah McMahan, about our English as a second language classes: This year our ESL classes were a bit different from past years. What was it like to help teach ESL this school year? What was different about this year? This year we had morning classes instead of evening
- [Beacon of Love & Hope](https://familyempower.org/beacon-of-love-hope/) - In God’s sovereign and good plan, He ordained for the planting of a community center (Family Empowerment Centers) in Rogers Park for the purpose of being a beacon of God’s love and hope for the neighborhood. All the while, with the overarching mission of this community center in being a visible representation of the Church
- [Not Alone](https://familyempower.org/not-alone/) - About a month ago, I had to work from home and I started my day by checking my emails and voicemails as I usually do. One of the first voicemails that I saw was from a lady who had called a couple times and was looking for another staff member whom she had spoken to
- [Real People & a Real God](https://familyempower.org/real-people-a-real-god/) - After seven months of working at the Food Pantry what word would I use to describe it? Incarnational, Redemptive, Community? While these things are true, and may sound good in a theological essay, none of those words could be used to accurately describe the Food Pantry here at FEC. But what word could be used?
- [The First Family Friday At Albany Park](https://familyempower.org/the-first-family-friday-at-albany-park/) - The noises of fifty people enjoying a meal together ricocheted throughout the building on Family Friday, as laughter and conversation flourished. As Kristen (my wife) came upstairs to begin preparing for the next activity, she was surprised to find Leticia sitting alone. They immediately struck up conversation, and Leticia began to share about a recent
- [Hope in a Sea of Despair](https://familyempower.org/hope-in-a-sea-of-despair/) - I sat at the Lakefront in our community Sunday morning and looked out and thought to myself how overwhelmingly large Lake Michigan is. Have you ever been in a large body of water, looked around and could not see any land? Our earth is big, and it is in moments like this that you realize
- [Our New Neighbors](https://familyempower.org/our-new-neighbors/) - Tengo hambre, ¿puedo comer algo? Mi bebé necesita pañales, ¿tienes alguno? ¿Tienes ropa y zapatos ¿Tienes trabajo para mí? This is what I hear every day as we continue to serve new arrivals in Chicago. I am hungry, can I have something to eat? My baby needs diapers, do you have any? Do you have clothes
- [Chicago Alive Youth Camp](https://familyempower.org/chicago-alive-youth-camp/) - Chicago Alive Youth Camp 2023 was a blessed experience of seeing God’s faithfulness to produce spiritual fruit through the consistent years of ministry from Pastor Jim Larkin. In the pictures you see two students (Jed - Philippine descent) and Salima - Congolese descent ) that are multi-year camp participants and are demonstrating spiritual growth that
- [An important note from our founder...](https://familyempower.org/an-important-note-from-our-founder/) - It has been 21 days since we have become a light to the Migrant community that is finding themselves at our doorstep. The passages of scripture found in Matthew 25:34-40, Hebrews 13:2, and of course Luke 10:25-37 where we are told to love our neighbors, are all in play for us at the Family Empowerment
- [Family Empowerment Centers: a safe place for our community](https://familyempower.org/family-empowerment-centers-a-safe-place-for-our-community/) - From the desk of Beth Mason (co-leader of our after-school program) One afternoon I met a woman who wanted to sign her daughter up for Spring Break Camp. She started talking to me about how her daughter used to come to this program when she was a little girl. Then the woman shared how her
- [Responding to the immigration Crisis in Chicago](https://familyempower.org/responding-to-the-immigration-crisis-in-chicago/) - Their journey started at home in Venezuela. There, they made their way from persecution (some religious, some political) to the US/Mexico Border. From there, their journeys took them from Texas, to Colorado, to Chicago. At no point did they understand where they were going or what was going to happen to them when they arrived
- [The staples of our neighborhood](https://familyempower.org/the-staples-of-our-neighborhood/) - Taking a brief stroll down Devon Avenue will put you in contact with more than a few regular sites. Sure, there are the normal shops, doctors offices, and buildings under construction- but more than that are the consistent people of Rogers Park. Robert sits outside the local Target. Mike often rests in his wheelchair outside

## Pages

- [Home](https://familyempower.org/) - Our vision is to build whole people, whole families, and whole communities, thereby transforming the culture of mission and ministry.
- [About](https://familyempower.org/about/) - Who We Are Since 2003, the Family Empowerment Centers has been at the forefront of creating pathways of opportunity for under resourced individuals and families to experience greater joy and therefore greater hope in their future. Our vision is to build whole people, whole families, and whole communities, thereby transforming the culture of mission and
- [Support](https://familyempower.org/support/) - Donate to FEC We are able to do what we do because of support from people like you! If you would like to support the programs of the Family Empowerment Centers, click the “Learn More” button below. Learn More Donate Your Boat A unique way to support the Family Empowerment Centers is by donating your
- [Redemption Church](https://familyempower.org/services/redemption-church/) - Why Church? Redemption Church was birthed out of a desire of those who serve and are served through Family Empowerment Centers to gather regularly in community to grow in and exercise their faith. This partnership creates avenues for the spiritual development of those that we serve and it offers regular support to the Center and
- [Who we are](https://familyempower.org/who-we-are/) - Our Mission We build whole people, whole families, and whole communities, thereby transforming the culture of mission and ministry. Family Empowerment Centers is at the forefront of creating pathways of opportunity for under-resourced individuals and families to experience greater joy and, therefore, greater hope in their future. We do this with a passionate desire to
- [Contact Us](https://familyempower.org/contact-us/) - Where We Are 1533 W. Devon Ave. Chicago, IL 60660 Get directions Become a Partner Today! Help us “stand in the gap” for those in need by supporting the Family Empowerment Centers financially. Support us with a special or ongoing gift today! Donate Follow Family Empowerment Centers on Facebook & Instagram! Help share what we
- [Newsletter](https://familyempower.org/newsletter/) - Spring 2026Read More November/December 2025Read More Summer 2025Read More Winter/Spring 2025Read More Fall/Winter 2024Read More Summer 2024Read More Spring 2024Read More End of Year 2023Read More End of Year 2022Read More Fall 2022Read More Summer 2022Read More Summer 2021Read More Spring 2021Read More Fall 2020Read More Winter 2019Read More September 2018Read More November 2017Read More
- [Academic Internships](https://familyempower.org/leadership-development/academic-internships/) - Our Internships Family Empowerment Centers is a welcoming and supportive environment to high school, college/university, and seminary students looking to serve internships. We frequent work with academic institutions to ensure each of our interns are able to gain hands-on experience while developing practical skills in a real-world environment. We are open to tailoring internships to
- [Food Outreach](https://familyempower.org/services/food-pantry/) - Attention:Currently our Food Pantry is on a pause. If you would like to stay updated on when we restart our pantry, please email us at office@familyempower.org. Food For Connection Providing food to someone in need can be a unique opportunity to show hospitality. The food disparity crisis persists in our community. Yet, throughout the years,
- [Board of Directors](https://familyempower.org/board-of-directors/) - Vince DePaul Chairperson Vince DePaul is Director of Your House Academy. Vince began his real estate career in 1976 and is a real estate broker and a licensed real estate and continuing education instructor. He has taught real estate at College of DuPage in Glen Ellyn, Illinois, and Oakton Community College in Des Plaines, Illinois
- [Meet Our Team](https://familyempower.org/meet-our-team/) - F. Scott Manke Executive Director Scott is the founder, President and Executive Director of Family Empowerment Centers. He and his wife function as the Chicago Site Coordinator of Envision Chicago and Scott is known to wear a number of additional hats that capture his visionary and entrepreneurial heart. Scott holds a Bachelor of Arts degree
- [Greenhouse Residency](https://familyempower.org/leadership-development/greenhouse-residency/) - What is a Green House Residency? As a Greenhouse Environment (GHE) we are ready to host residents! Greenhouse Environments are intentional environments that catalyze the holistic development and strategic deployment of emerging leaders called to greater kingdom impact. Residents of our Greenhouse program commit to learning how to pastor or plant churches while gaining on
- [Home](https://familyempower.org/home-2/) - urban families Building whole people, whole families, & whole communities our neighbors Creating pathways of opportunity for under-resourced individuals & families to god Noticing the diversity of people and cultures Would you like to partner with us? Consider making a recurring or one-time financial gift to the Center! Learn More Donate Now Our Mission We
- [Leadership Development](https://familyempower.org/leadership-development/) - Envision Envision is a special ministry of the Christian and Missionary Alliance. Envision seeks to identify and raise up young leaders while exposing them to the complexities of ministry in urban environments. These young leaders engage in the mission field through short-term teams, internships, and residencies. Learn More Greenhouse Residency The Greenhouse Residency program is
- [Day Camps](https://familyempower.org/services/camps/) - Soccer Camp Our soccer camp is about more than just soccer… The main purpose of our soccer camp is to share the Gospel with families in our community through the universal sport of soccer. Our volunteers, staff, and interns teach the youth in our community the fundamentals of soccer: kicking, passing, crossing the field, goaltending,
- [Donate Your Boat](https://familyempower.org/support/donate-your-boat/) - Donate Your Boat Do you have an unused boat? Do you need to free up space and time so you can utilize your resources for other valuable things? Consider donating your boat! Donate Your Boat has been in operations since 2004 and was birthed from a need to create opportunities of advancement for young urban
- [English as a Second Language](https://familyempower.org/services/english-as-a-second-language/) - Attention:Currently our ESL classes are on a pause for this semester. If you would like to stay updated on when we restart our classes, please email us at office@familyempower.org. Class Design Classes are taught entirely in English. Grammar and vocabulary lessons are taught through listening, speaking, reading, and writing exercises. Lessons also include fun activities
- [After School Program](https://familyempower.org/services/after-school-program/) - Children are at Risk Children attending public school in an urban context face a unique set of challenges. Overcrowded classrooms, lack of funding to provide for basic materials, and safety concerns all detract from the educational experience. With graduation rates in local schools as low as 61%, the education system sets children up for academic
- [Migrant Relief](https://familyempower.org/services/migrant-relief/) - How it Started They are migrant people, they are asylum seekers, they are – as Chicago is calling them – new neighbors. In May 2023, we leaned into a crisis that came to our doorstep. It was to care for the poor, the needy, the homeless, the alien. It was a challenge to either accept
- [Envision](https://familyempower.org/leadership-development/envision/) - Envision Site Envision Chicago is a diverse, incarnational ministry strategically located in the inner city of Chicago. Chicago as a whole has about 3 million people within its city limits, and has an overall church attendance that is lower than the national average. Our base of operations for Envision Chicago is in Rogers Park- a
- [Projects](https://familyempower.org/projects/) - Special Projects We need your help to raise $30,000 for our community and those in need by supporting one or more of the projects below! Learn more by clicking each of the projects or create your own campaign to help us raise funds. Load More Load More
- [Golf Outing](https://familyempower.org/events/golf-outing/) - Golf Outing Every year we host a golf outing at a local country club as a fundraising event for the Family Empowerment Centers! Family Empowerment Centers is at the forefront of creating pathways of opportunity for under-resourced individuals and families to experience greater joy and, therefore, greater hope in their future. We do this with
- [More Info](https://familyempower.org/registration/) - Registration This field is hidden when viewing the form Next Steps: Sync an Email Add-On To get the most out of your form, we suggest that you sync this form with an email add-on. To learn more about your email add-on options, visit the following page (https://www.gravityforms.com/the-8-best-email-plugins-for-wordpress-in-2020/). Important: Delete this tip before you publish the
- [Over the Edge](https://familyempower.org/events/over-the-edge/) - Over the edge Our annual fundraiser gives our supporters the chance to rappel for a great cause! Each fall, friends, volunteers, and supporters of the Family Empowerment Centers commit to rappelling down 27 stories of the iconic Wit Hotel in beautiful downtown Chicago. All proceeds from the event go toward supporting the myriad of programs
- [Checkout](https://familyempower.org/checkout/)
- [Cart](https://familyempower.org/cart/)
- [My Account](https://familyempower.org/my-account/)
- [Services](https://familyempower.org/services/) - After School Program Our after-school program is known throughout the community as a safe place where children get help with their homework while receiving individual attention, care, and love from our committed staff and volunteers. The program runs throughout the school year and portions of summer. Learn More Food Pantry The Food Pantry is available
- [Volunteer](https://familyempower.org/volunteer/)
- [Internships](https://familyempower.org/internships/) - Internships This field is hidden when viewing the form Next Steps: Sync an Email Add-On To get the most out of your form, we suggest that you sync this form with an email add-on. To learn more about your email add-on options, visit the following page (https://www.gravityforms.com/the-8-best-email-plugins-for-wordpress-in-2020/). Important: Delete this tip before you publish the
- [Donate to FEC](https://familyempower.org/support/donate-to-fec/) - Would you like to make a difference today? Make a special gift today, or support the Center with an ongoing gift! Click the DONATE NOW button below to visit Family Empowerment Centers donation page, where you can decide what type of donation fits you best. Thank you for your contributions. They help staff and volunteers
- [Events](https://familyempower.org/events/) - Golf Outing Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Learn More Over the Edge Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor
- [Empowerment blog](https://familyempower.org/empowerment-blog/) - God Moves: How a Small Yes and a Small Place Can Make a Big ImpactMay 25, 2026Brenda has been a part of the Redemption Church and Family Empowerment Centers community for over two decades. She shares…Read MoreFrom The Front DeskApril 20, 2026I look both ways as I walk past the newest run over crosswalk sign
- [Community Resources](https://familyempower.org/services/community-resources/) - Resources We offer a database of community resources found below. In an effort to connect individuals and families to resources on the North Side, we offer a database of community resources found below. Please be advised this is not a comprehensive list, but is offered to help guide towards the right direction. Feel free to

## Products

- [2022 Over the Edge Long Sleeve](https://familyempower.org/product/family-empower-2/) - Long sleeve shirt from our 2022 Over the Edge Events. Comes in two colors (Red and Light Blue).
- [Frosty Winter Christmas Cards](https://familyempower.org/product/christmas-card-bundle-1/) - Bundle of 3 hand painted Christmas cards by James De Vries. These were painted with acrylic paint. Includes envelopes. SHIPPING COST NOT INCLUDED. If you choose to get product shipped, we will contact you about the shipping cost. Please allow 1-4 weeks for shipping. If you plan to pick up the item (1533 W Devon Ave, Chicago, IL 60660) in person, please let us know beforehand.
- [Thomas Pacconi Wooden Jewelry Box Filled with Some Jewelry](https://familyempower.org/product/thomas-pacconi-wooden-jewelry-box-filled-with-some-jewelry/) - Large Thomas Pacconi wooden jewelry box filled with some jewelry (earrings, necklaces, bracelets). Some of the jewelry is pictured here. Donated through an estate. Product #206 SHIPPING COST NOT INCLUDED. If you choose to get product shipped, we will contact you about the shipping cost. Please allow 1-4 weeks for shipping. If you plan to pick up the item (1533 W Devon Ave, Chicago, IL 60660) in person, please let us know beforehand.
- [Lucretia Restrepo Framed Print -Signed & Numbered](https://familyempower.org/product/lucretia-restrepo-framed-print-signed-numbered/) - 12" x 15" Lucretia Restrepo Framed Print -Signed & Numbered Artwork Title: St. Conn Street Donated through an estate. Product #148 Shipping cost not included. If you choose to get product shipped, we will contact you about the shipping cost. If you plan to pick up the item (1533 W Devon Ave, Chicago, IL 60660) in person, please let us know beforehand.
- [Heart Themed Jewelry Pack](https://familyempower.org/product/heart-themed-jewelry-pack/) - 5 necklaces, 5 bracelets, 1 watch, 2 pins, and 1 pendant. All heart shaped. Donated through an estate. Product #208 Shipping cost not included. If you choose to get product shipped, we will contact you about the shipping cost. If you plan to pick up the item (1533 W Devon Ave, Chicago, IL 60660) in person, please let us know beforehand.
- [Sterling Silver Necklace and Bracelet](https://familyempower.org/product/sterling-silver-necklace-and-bracelet/) - Sterling silver matching necklace and bracelet set. Donated through an estate Product #168 Shipping cost not included. If you choose to get product shipped, we will contact you about the shipping cost. If you plan to pick up the item (1533 W Devon Ave, Chicago, IL 60660) in person, please let us know beforehand.
- [2 Bracelets](https://familyempower.org/product/2-bracelets/) - 2 Bracelets. Similar lengths. Donated through an estate. Product #216 Shipping cost not included. If you choose to get product shipped, we will contact you about the shipping cost. If you plan to pick up the item (1533 W Devon Ave, Chicago, IL 60660) in person, please let us know beforehand.
- [14KY Diamond Cut Rope Bracelet & Necklace with Coin Medallion](https://familyempower.org/product/14ky-diamond-cut-rope-bracelet-necklace-with-coin-medallion/) - 14KY diamond cut rope bracelet (7.5") with safety chain & necklace with coin medallion. Donated through an estate Product #177 SHIPPING COST NOT INCLUDED. If you choose to get product shipped, we will contact you about the shipping cost. Please allow 1-4 weeks for shipping. If you plan to pick up the item (1533 W Devon Ave, Chicago, IL 60660) in person, please let us know beforehand.
- [14ky Gold Italian 6 Strand Diamond Cut Necklace - 20"](https://familyempower.org/product/14ky-gold-italian-6-strand-diamond-cut-necklace-20/) - 14ky old Italian 6 strand diamond cut necklace - 20" Donated through an estate Product #170 SHIPPING COST NOT INCLUDED. If you choose to get product shipped, we will contact you about the shipping cost. Please allow 1-4 weeks for shipping. If you plan to pick up the item (1533 W Devon Ave, Chicago, IL 60660) in person, please let us know beforehand.
- [Ping Hoofer Stand Bag - Camouflage](https://familyempower.org/product/ping-hoofer-stand-bag-camouflage/) - Golfers love the Hoofer bag for its versatility, and in this re-design there's more to love: Eleven pockets, a new back puck for fast single-strap conversion, added storage, more magnetic pockets, and an apparel pocket with full-length zipper. • 5-way top • 11 pockets • 22L pocket volume • New back puck simplifies conversion to single strap • Added storage areas inside apparel pocket • Top-access magnetic slip pocket • Two valuables pockets, one velour lined • Apparel pocket with full-length zipper for easier access • Magnetic rangefinder pocket • 300D polyester • Approximate Weight: 5.5 lbs. Product #169 SHIPPING COST NOT INCLUDED. If you choose to get product shipped, we will contact you about the shipping cost. Please allow 1-4 weeks for shipping. If you plan to pick up the item (1533 W Devon Ave, Chicago, IL 60660) in person, please let us know beforehand.
- [On the Beach Greeting Cards](https://familyempower.org/product/on-the-beach-greeting-cards/) - Bundle of 5 hand painted Christmas cards by James De Vries. Some were painted with watercolor and others with acrylic paint. Includes envelopes. SHIPPING COST NOT INCLUDED. If you choose to get product shipped, we will contact you about the shipping cost. Please allow 1-4 weeks for shipping. If you plan to pick up the item (1533 W Devon Ave, Chicago, IL 60660) in person, please let us know beforehand.
- [2 Cara NY Chunky Chain Necklaces](https://familyempower.org/product/2-cara-ny-chunky-chain-necklaces/) - 2 Cara NY chunky chain necklaces. Different lengths. Donated through an estate. Product #215 Shipping cost not included. If you choose to get product shipped, we will contact you about the shipping cost. If you plan to pick up the item (1533 W Devon Ave, Chicago, IL 60660) in person, please let us know beforehand.
- [8 Different Necklaces](https://familyempower.org/product/8-different-necklaces/) - 8 different necklaces. Various lengths and styles. Donated through an estate. Product #213 Shipping cost not included. If you choose to get product shipped, we will contact you about the shipping cost. If you plan to pick up the item (1533 W Devon Ave, Chicago, IL 60660) in person, please let us know beforehand.
- [White Winter Christmas Cards](https://familyempower.org/product/white-winter-christmas-cards/) - Bundle of 6 hand painted Christmas cards by James De Vries. Some were painted with watercolor and others with acrylic paint. Includes envelopes. Shipping cost not included. If you choose to get product shipped, we will contact you about the shipping cost. If you plan to pick up the item (1533 W Devon Ave, Chicago, IL 60660) in person, please let us know beforehand.
- [Winter Wonderland Christmas Cards](https://familyempower.org/product/winter-wonderlands-christmas-cards/) - Bundle of 3 hand painted Christmas cards by James De Vries. These were painted with acrylic paint. Includes envelopes. Shipping cost not included. If you choose to get product shipped, we will contact you about the shipping cost. If you plan to pick up the item (1533 W Devon Ave, Chicago, IL 60660) in person, please let us know beforehand.
- [2 Bead Necklaces](https://familyempower.org/product/2-bead-necklaces/) - 2 bead necklaces. Different lengths. Donated through an estate. Product #217 Shipping cost not included. If you choose to get product shipped, we will contact you about the shipping cost. If you plan to pick up the item (1533 W Devon Ave, Chicago, IL 60660) in person, please let us know beforehand.
- [5 Beaded Necklaces](https://familyempower.org/product/5-beaded-necklaces/) - 5 beaded necklaces. Various lengths and colors. Donated through an estate. Product #214 Shipping cost not included. If you choose to get product shipped, we will contact you about the shipping cost. If you plan to pick up the item (1533 W Devon Ave, Chicago, IL 60660) in person, please let us know beforehand.
- [Evergreen Christmas Cards](https://familyempower.org/product/family-empower-6/) - Bundle of 3 hand painted Christmas cards by James De Vries. Some were painted with watercolor and others with acrylic paint. Includes envelopes. Shipping not included in price.
- [2022 Over the Edge Hoodie](https://familyempower.org/product/family-empower-4/) - Navy blue hoodies from our 2022 Over the Edge event.
- [2022 Over the Edge Short Sleeve T-shirt](https://familyempower.org/product/family-empower-3/) - Short sleeve t-shirt from our 2022 Over the Edge event. Comes in two different colors (Spruce Blue and Light Maroon).

## Events

- [2024 Golf Outing](https://familyempower.org/event/2024-golf-outing/) - Join us for our 4th Annual Golf Outing! Family Empowerment Centers is at the forefront of creating pathways of opportunity for under-resourced individuals and families to experience greater joy and, therefore, greater hope in their future. We do this with a passionate desire to honor God and love our neighbor. Proceeds from this event will
- [Over The Edge!](https://familyempower.org/event/over-the-edge/) - Join staff and friends as we come together and rappel for a great cause! On Friday September 22 and Saturday September 23, 2023 we will be rappelling down the side of the iconic Wit Hotel in beautiful downtown Chicago. All proceeds of this fundraiser go to supporting the myriad of programs at the Family Empowerment Centers.
- [Testing out an event](https://familyempower.org/event/testing-out-an-event/) - this is a test to see if this lands on the donor events page
- [Annual Golf Outing](https://familyempower.org/event/annual-golf-outing/) - The Family Empowerment Centers continues to meet the needs of the many vulnerable families and at-risk youth in our community. We are able to do this by providing food for families and additional educational support and camp experiences for the at-risk youth in Rogers Park and Albany Park. We can't do this work alone, and we can't do it without your continued support. The proceeds from our golf outing will directly support our food pantry and the myriad of mentoring programs we offer children in our community such as summer soccer camps, summer day camps, football camp for the local high school, and our after school program.
- [Family Empower Event](https://familyempower.org/event/family-empower-event-9/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu fugiat nulla pariatur. Excepteur sint occaecat
- [FAMILY EMPOWER EVENT NEW](https://familyempower.org/event/family-empower-event-new/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu fugiat nulla pariatur. Excepteur sint occaecat
- [Family Empower Event](https://familyempower.org/event/family-empower-event/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu fugiat nulla pariatur. Excepteur sint occaecat
- [Family Empower Event](https://familyempower.org/event/family-empower-event-4/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu fugiat nulla pariatur. Excepteur sint occaecat
- [Family Empower Event](https://familyempower.org/event/family-empower-event-5/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu fugiat nulla pariatur. Excepteur sint occaecat
- [Family Empower Event](https://familyempower.org/event/family-empower-event-6/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu fugiat nulla pariatur. Excepteur sint occaecat
- [Family Empower Event](https://familyempower.org/event/family-empower-event-10/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu fugiat nulla pariatur. Excepteur sint occaecat
- [Family Empower Event](https://familyempower.org/event/family-empower-event-12/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu fugiat nulla pariatur. Excepteur sint occaecat
- [Family Empower Event](https://familyempower.org/event/family-empower-event-11/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu fugiat nulla pariatur. Excepteur sint occaecat
- [Family Empower Event](https://familyempower.org/event/family-empower-event-8/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu fugiat nulla pariatur. Excepteur sint occaecat
- [Family Empower Event](https://familyempower.org/event/family-empower-event-7/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu fugiat nulla pariatur. Excepteur sint occaecat
- [Family Empower Event](https://familyempower.org/event/family-empower-event-3/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu fugiat nulla pariatur. Excepteur sint occaecat
- [Family Empower Event](https://familyempower.org/event/family-empower-event-2/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu fugiat nulla pariatur. Excepteur sint occaecat

## Categories

- [Devon Ave](https://familyempower.org/category/devon-ave/)
- [Immigration](https://familyempower.org/category/immigration/)
- [After-School Program](https://familyempower.org/category/after-school-program/)
- [CAY Camp](https://familyempower.org/category/cay-camp/)
- [Volunteer](https://familyempower.org/category/after-school-program/volunteer/)
- [Albany Park](https://familyempower.org/category/albany-park/)
- [Redemption Church](https://familyempower.org/category/redemption-church/)
- [Youth](https://familyempower.org/category/youth/)
- [Football Leadership Camp](https://familyempower.org/category/football-leadership-camp/)
- [Community Mornings](https://familyempower.org/category/community-mornings/)

## Tags

- [homelessness](https://familyempower.org/tag/homelessness/)
- [Devon Ave](https://familyempower.org/tag/devon-ave/)
- [Image of God](https://familyempower.org/tag/image-of-god/)
- [golf outing](https://familyempower.org/tag/golf-outing/)
- [donor event](https://familyempower.org/tag/donor-event/)
- [Over The Edge](https://familyempower.org/tag/over-the-edge/)
- [fundraiser](https://familyempower.org/tag/fundraiser/)
- [Immigration](https://familyempower.org/tag/immigration/)
- [Venezuela](https://familyempower.org/tag/venezuela/)
- [assistance](https://familyempower.org/tag/assistance/)
- [after-school program](https://familyempower.org/tag/after-school-program/)
- [prayer](https://familyempower.org/tag/prayer/)
- [CAY Camp](https://familyempower.org/tag/cay-camp/)
- [summer camp](https://familyempower.org/tag/summer-camp/)
- [youth](https://familyempower.org/tag/youth/)
- [Church](https://familyempower.org/tag/church/)
- [Hope](https://familyempower.org/tag/hope/)
- [Transformation](https://familyempower.org/tag/transformation/)
- [God Moves](https://familyempower.org/tag/god-moves/)
- [Addiction](https://familyempower.org/tag/addiction/)
- [Mental Health](https://familyempower.org/tag/mental-health/)
- [Life Coaching](https://familyempower.org/tag/life-coaching/)
- [Children](https://familyempower.org/tag/children/)
- [Scripture](https://familyempower.org/tag/scripture/)
- [Volunteer](https://familyempower.org/tag/volunteer/)
- [Serving](https://familyempower.org/tag/serving/)
- [Poetry](https://familyempower.org/tag/poetry/)
- [Community](https://familyempower.org/tag/community/)
- [Community Member](https://familyempower.org/tag/community-member/)

## Product categories

- [Uncategorized](https://familyempower.org/product-category/uncategorized/)
- [Hoodie](https://familyempower.org/product-category/hoodie/)
- [Long sleeve](https://familyempower.org/product-category/long-sleeve/)
- [Jewelry](https://familyempower.org/product-category/jewelry/)
- [Art](https://familyempower.org/product-category/art/)
- [Sport](https://familyempower.org/product-category/sport/)
- [Holiday](https://familyempower.org/product-category/holiday/)

## Event Categories

- [Golf Outing](https://familyempower.org/events/category/golf-outing/)
- [Over the Edge](https://familyempower.org/events/category/over-the-edge/)
- [Donor Events](https://familyempower.org/events/category/donor-events/)