Press Clippings

Wilbur Dumas Jr., center, started a barbershop in Elgin with friends wanting to give back to the community. From left are Jimmy Roby, James Jones, Dumas, Daniel Villanueva, Leysha Villanueva and Sam Phonlasouk. - Courtesy of Wilbur Dumas

April 5th, 2021

Wheaton peace circle helping Latinos heal from pandemic's trauma

A DuPage County group is helping Latino workers heal from the mental trauma of the COVID-19 pandemic, which disproportionately is affecting communities of color.

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March 31st, 2021

‘Turned my heart black’: Poverty and gun violence in one St. Louis man’s life

Poverty and guns together scarred Amiyn with childhood trauma and changed the trajectory of his life, he believes. The Star examines state health department data and census figures.

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March 26th, 2021

Greenhouses Help Khan Younis Families Nurture Their Futures

Greenhouses empower families to earn income and harvest fresh produce for themselves “The support we’ve received through this project has been a blessing. It’s helped us to survive these hard days.”

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March 23rd, 2021

Community Food Drive Thru event will be held in Rialto on March 27

The event is being coordinated by San Bernardino County in partnership with the City of Rialto, Community Action Partnership of San Bernardino County, and the Zakat Foundation of America.

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March 22nd, 2021

Community Center For Health Care, Social Services Opening In Woodlawn

The Salaam Community Wellness Center's soft opening is this weekend, as its backers gear up to redevelop a block of 67th Street in Woodlawn.

Photo SBC 5th District Supervisor's Office: Supervisor Joe Baca Jr. and CAPSBC CEO Patricia Nickols-Butler (both in center) preparing to distribute 1,000 boxes of food to the Rialto community and beyond on March 27.

March 17th, 2021

San Bernardino County Supervisor Joe Baca to distribute 1,000 boxes of food in Rialto

San Bernardino County Fifth District Supervisor Joe Baca, Jr. is championing a Community Food Drive on Saturday, March 27, from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. at Rialto City Hall.

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March 4th, 2021

La ONG Estadounidense abre una oficina regional en Argentina

La organización Zakat Foundation of America anuncia histórica apertura de una oficina ubicada en Córdoba, Argentina, desde donde planea continuar promoviendo la autosuficiencia.

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February 23rd, 2021

'Our job has limited our hours' | Triad organizations feed struggling families

The Islamic Center of the Triad’s food bank hosted a fresh produce giveaway to help feed 800 families.

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February 19th, 2021

Events help celebrate Black History Month

Here's a look at Black History Month celebrations in the area.

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February 18th, 2021

Families In Need Can Get Free Food Wednesday In Pilsen

The food distribution will run 1-4 p.m.. at Gourmet Gorilla, 1200 W. Cermak Road

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February 11th, 2021

American Muslims to Hold Conversation with Dr. Fauci

RSVP to attend a conversation on COVID-19 vaccine with Dr. Anthony Fauci and the American-Muslim Community

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February 10th, 2021

Bridgeview charity addresses food insecurity on the Southwest Side

Zakat foundation and Bridgeview Charity Chicago team together to feed children and families; 8,000 lbs of fresh food distributed to those in need.