Turpin Cares, Beverly/Morgan Park-based a not-for-profit organization that collects and distributes food, comfort items and hygiene products for local families in need, hosts a holiday collection through Dec. 24 at Starbucks, 103rd and Longwood Drive. People
The Maple Morgan Park Food Pantry’s annual holiday turkey fundraising campaign is underway. The Thanksgiving food distribution is in November, and many families are expected to be in need of emergency food. Our local pantry gives a turkey and all the trimmings for holiday
In September, members of the 22nd District Police 2261 Tactical Team stepped up to the plate to raise awareness and funds for pediatric brain tumor research. The officers participated in the Swing
By Tina Jenkins Bell BAPA School Liaison Recently, For Love of Writing, an African American led writing group with a diverse outreach for professional and creative development opportunities on Chicago’s South Side, awarded a $500 scholarship to support Black
19th Ward Ald. Matt O’Shea hosts the Help A Hero fundraiser throughout June, benefiting Rush University Medical Center’s Road Home Program. Supporters can purchase a Freedom Isn’t Free lawn sign or t-shirt at the19thward.com or by texting 855-202-2100. T-shirts are $15 in adult
To help ease the ongoing needs of area residents affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois (BCBCIL) has awarded the Beverly Area Planning Association
By Cathriona Fey BAPA Outreach Liaison Megan Robb was a regular in the Beverly Free Box Facebook group. She appreciated the sense of community that the group created, and when
By Kristin Boza We’re thrilled to introduce the new members of BAPA’s Board of Directors. This diverse group of area residents represent a wide variety of backgrounds. Through their experiences,
The Beverly Area Planning Association (BAPA) is one of Chicago’s most successful grassroots civic organizations. Since 1947, we have worked to preserve and improve the Beverly Hills/Morgan Park neighborhood on Chicago’s South Side. We do that through proactive, effective programs and events that unify residents, institutions, and businesses around the common cause of nurturing Chicago’s best neighborhood.
Beverly Area Planning Association
1744 W. 99th Street
Chicago, IL 60643
773-233-3100
