About Erie Neighborhood House
Since 1870, Erie Neighborhood House has provided the most comprehensive support immigrant and low-income families in Chicago need to thrive and has constantly evolved to meet their needs.
Today, Erie House is a modern social services nonprofit with programming and resources for children & youth, mental health & community wellness, adult education & training, legal services, and more.
Through these programs, we empower the people we work alongside to build powerful communities.
Our Vision
A home with no borders, impacting lives to create powerful communities.
Our Mission
To empower our community—Latinx immigrants alongside individuals and families of all backgrounds—through education, access to critical services and advocacy, working together to create a just and inclusive society.
Our Values
Promote education and wellness for families and individuals
Foster a spirit of service and inclusion
Maintain strong community presence and partnerships
Amplify the voice of our community
Advocate for social change to advance our mission
Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Access & Inclusion
Erie House believes in the importance of diversity, equity, access and inclusion. We stand in solidarity with those fighting against injustice, oppression, and systemic racism in all its forms. Our mission is to empower our community — Latinx immigrants and individuals and families of all backgrounds.
“All backgrounds” represents our commitment to inclusion across race, gender, age, religion, identity, ability and experience. We’re committed to working to unify our communities behind the shared goal of justice and equity.
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Join us in working towards a just and inclusive society.
Erie Neighborhood House is a member of the UnidosUS Affiliate Network.
