To empower those facing homelessness or at risk of homelessness by providing access to the resources and employment opportunities so individuals can work toward self-sufficiency with dignity.
StreetWise vendors and participants analyze the elements of trauma, isolation, and lack of quality care within the new “Joker” movie.
Lyric Opera of Chicago and Seattle Opera co-produce a new show, "Earth to Ken...
StreetWise Vendor Holly Smith shares how art helps her relax (and earn some e...
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, so we interviewed Father Charle...
Over 150 active vendors buy and resell StreetWise each month, with over 350 vendors who sell the magazine each year. Vendors purchase the magazine for $0.90 and resell for $2.00, keeping the profit and any tips. Selling the magazine is an opportunity to earn an income to meet immediate and basic needs. We offer a "hand up, not a hand out." StreetWise vendors are investing in their future as they seek a pathway out of homelessness and poverty.
The S.T.E.P. (StreetWise Transition to Employment Program) empowers individuals to obtain sustainable employment by providing job skills training, connections to employment opportunities, and ongoing support services. S.T.E.P. offers a soft skills workshops for job seekers to build workplace skills, develop resumes and online profiles, as well as improve job search and interview techniques.
