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Hi there,
As stories of hope continue to pour in from around the world, we wanted to share some of the inspiring actions we’re seeing right here in our hometown of Chicago. Below you’ll find examples of Chicagoans doing their part to cope with the crisis—including President Obama’s special message to the volunteers of the Greater Chicago Food Depository.
These are just a few of the stories we’ve witnessed in the past week. Help us share more stories of social connection in this time of social distancing at obama.org/HOPE.
Stay healthy, stay hopeful,
—The Obama Foundation
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During a past trip to Chicago, President Obama volunteered at the Greater Chicago Food Depository. This week, he called the organization and their volunteers to hear how they’ve stepped up during this crisis, and to thank them for helping their neighbors in need. If you’d like to lend them your support, you can donate to the Greater Chicago Food Depository here.
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Meet Albie, a five-year-old Chicagoan who recently launched the Keep Away Corona podcast with the help of his dad. Albie talks to friends and family about the coronavirus and even sings the show's theme song, which will get stuck in your head (you've been warned). Listen to Albie’s podcast here.
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RN Natalie Amidei decided to spread some cheer by baking cookies for her fellow staff in the Emergency Department at Rush University Medical Center. The best part? Each cookie was decorated with a facemask emoji.
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Anne Miles wanted to feel connected to her Jackson Park neighbors while social-distancing. That's why she decided to rally everyone together to create a teddy bear scavenger hunt throughout their community. Get a glimpse of the  hunt in the video.
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During the COVID-19 pandemic, our community faces unprecedented challenges. Help support the increased need for food with a donation.
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