Current Projects
ABOVE you can see one of our members participating as a performer at Chiditarod, one of the yearly events our members participate in to help feed our community.
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BWB Chicago: Current Projects
Here’s what we’re building, supporting, and dreaming into reality—together.
From pet care mutual aid to food justice to creative grantmaking, BWB Chicago backs projects that reflect our values: direct support, radical collaboration, and joyful community problem-solving.
These projects emerged from conversations, shared needs, and the dedication of folks who saw a gap and stepped in to help fill it. All are powered by volunteers like you.
Want to get involved or propose something new? Click here to reach out!
🌟 Current Projects
🌟 Current Projects
Project Leads: Tew Good & Happy Cappy
Focus: Participatory grantmaking & community collaboration
Status: Annual event, next one May 28, 2025
About: A live workshop where community members pitch ideas, and together we decide which ones receive funding. Fueled by donations from Winter Ball.
🎨 ArtPals
🎨 ArtPals
Project Lead: Sa Brina
Focus: Creative connection & art accessibility
Status: In development
About: A project supporting newcomer students through creative expression, classroom based art, connection, and shared care.
Project Lead: Ryn Ross
Focus: Pet care equity & mutual aid
Status: Re-Launching soon
About: A project helping unhoused pets and low-income pet owners care for their furry companions through a burner-friendly network of resources, love, and litter.
🏁 Coming Soon
🏁 Coming Soon
🌺 Chicago Abortion Fund Collaboration with Goblin Market
Project Lead: Lirpa Llew
A new partnership centering reproductive justice and mutual aid.
🪁 Field Day
Project Lead: Happy Cappy
A community celebration of joy, play, and connection—co-created with local organizers.
✂️Shaving Lives
Project Lead: Tew Good
A dignity-centered, mobile hair care project focused on building trust, healing, and visibility through free cuts for the unhoused, conversation, and care.
Your Project Here
Project Lead: YOU!
Got an idea that serves your community, fills a need, or sparks connection? We're always looking for bold, grassroots efforts to support. Pitch it. Shape it. Let’s build it together.
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