Hubbard Helps: Chicago

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Hubbard Helps is our locally-produced Public Affairs program that features weekly conversations with Chicago-area officials, experts and organizations all working to make a difference in our community. Hubbard Helps is hosted and produced by Kara Hernandez. Sunday Morning Show Schedule Throwback 100.3 at 5:15 AM 97.1 The Drive at 6:30 AM 101.9 The Mix at 6:45 AM. ]]>

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August 30, 202610 min

ALS United Illinois

ALS, often referred to as "Lou Gehrig's Disease," is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and the spinal cord. ALS United Illinois is fostering strong research initiatives, aiming to uncover groundbreaking treatments and, ultimately, a cure for ALS. With us this morning to talk more about ALS United Illinois and the work they are doing for people living with ALS is Kendra Albers, the Vice President of Development for the organization See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

August 30, 202613 min

Foundation for Culinary Arts

Many future culinary students have the talent, ambition, and willingness to work hard: They just need help making their dreams a reality. That's why the Foundation for Culinary Arts’ provides much-needed educational opportunities to economically disadvantaged students. With us this morning to talk more about the Foundation for Culinary Arts and the work they are doing for disadvantaged students with an interest in cooking is Catherine De Orio, the Executive Director of the organization. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

August 16, 202614 min

Adler Planetarium

The Adler Planetarium connects people, communities, and institutions to one another through the wonder of space science so we can explore our universe together and use our collective knowledge and skills to create a better world for everyone. With us this morning to talk more about Adler and the work they are doing to make astronomy and space science more accessible is Laura Troullie, the VP of Science Engagement at Adler Planetarium. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

August 9, 202611 min

Digs with Dignity

Relate, Renew, Rebuild. Digs with Dignity is changing the lives of those impacted by homelessness and protecting the environment from the highly problematic impact of furniture waste. By partnering with local social service agencies and the Chicago community, they’re helping create homes with emotional security, positive relationships, and strengthened family bonds. With us this morning to talk more about Digs with Dignity and the work they are doing for people impacted by homelessness is Kim Hannay, the Co-Founder and Executive Director of the organization. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

July 26, 202611 min

Musically Fed

Musically Fed works with artists, promoters, management and venues nationwide to donate unused backstage meals to community organizations that feed people facing homelessness, hunger and food insecurity. Musically Fed identifies the opportunities, procures the resources, and coordinates all aspects of food handling, transport, and distribution. Their goal is to make it easy for promoters and performers to leave a lasting impact on each city they visit See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

July 25, 202611 min

Respiratory Health Association

The Respiratory Health Association has been a local public health leader since 1906. At that time, tuberculosis was a prominent health threat. As health practices and treatments, medicines, and environmental factors have evolved, so has RHA. Today they’re addressing asthma, COPD, lung cancer, tobacco control and air quality with a comprehensive approach See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

July 24, 20268 min

Fill a Heart 4 Kids

In Illinois, an estimated 25,000 homeless youth struggle to meet their most basic needs. Approximately 3,300 children remain in foster care and thousands continue waiting for permanent families. FAH4K provides critical necessities, food, clothing, educational support & life skills opportunities and enriching experiences with one goal: Building Brighter Futures 4 Kids. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

July 23, 202614 min

Kids Above All

Kids Above All was founded in 1894 on the principles of alleviating suffering, eradicating the causes of injustice and facilitating the development of full human potential. They continue that work today by placing the safety, well-being and education of kids above everything else. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

July 19, 20269 min

Where Music Meets Care

The power of music goes beyond entertainment. In hospice care, music therapy can reach people when words no longer come easily, creating moments of connection, calm, and even recognition when families fear those moments are gone. With us this morning to talk more about music therapy and its benefits in hospice care is Cassie Piper. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

July 18, 202612 min

Mercy Home for Boys and Girls

Many young people face serious, even life-threatening adversity. Abuse. Neglect. Insecure homes and struggling schools. Growing up surrounded by violence, poverty, and lack of opportunity, or lack of stable housing, young people like these need safe harbor. With us this morning to talk more about Mercy Home and the work they are doing for young people in need of support is Mark Schmeltzer, the Director of Communications. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .