Phoenix Star Inc.
Empowering Communities
Empowering Communities
Join us in building stronger communities through engaging workshops, collaborative events, and meaningful initiatives that bring people together.
A community-driven initiative focused on empowering Chicago's West Side through capacity building, leadership development, and collaborative partnerships.
Community Members Engaged
Partner Organizations
Community Events
Join us at these upcoming events designed to build community capacity and foster collaboration.
📍 Chicago Community Center | 🕐 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
A full-day intensive workshop focused on developing community leadership skills, including strategic thinking, team building, and effective communication.
📍 Virtual Event | 🕐 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Interactive online training focusing on building cultural awareness, inclusive practices, and strategies for serving diverse communities effectively.
📍 West Side Health Center | 🕐 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
A community forum addressing health disparities and discussing collaborative solutions for improving health outcomes in underserved communities.
📍 Chicago Public Library | 🕐 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Comprehensive workshop covering grant research, proposal writing, budget development, and building relationships with funders.
📍 Oak Park Conference Center | 🕐 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Full-day retreat for nonprofit leaders focusing on strategic planning processes, goal setting, and building sustainable organizational systems.
📍 University of Illinois Chicago | 🕐 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Annual summit bringing together community leaders, organizations, and residents to share best practices and build collaborative networks.
Highlights from our recent community events and their positive impact.
January - February 2025
Successfully completed a 6-week leadership development program with 25 emerging community leaders, resulting in 3 new community initiatives and 15 ongoing mentorship relationships.
December 2024
Three-part workshop series addressing social determinants of health, reaching 150+ community members and healthcare providers across Chicago's South and West sides.
November 2024
Annual summit bringing together 50+ organizations to strengthen partnerships, share resources, and coordinate community development efforts across the region.
We offer a variety of formats to meet different learning styles and organizational needs.
Hands-on learning experiences covering essential skills for community leaders, nonprofit staff, and public sector employees.
Community discussions featuring expert panels, stakeholder input sessions, and public forums on critical community issues.
Opportunities for community leaders, organizations, and residents to connect, share resources, and build collaborative relationships.
Intensive strategic planning sessions designed to help organizations clarify their mission, set goals, and develop action plans.
Online workshops, webinars, and virtual conferences that make our programming accessible to participants nationwide.
Events that celebrate community achievements, recognize outstanding leaders, and build community pride and connection.
There are many ways to participate in our community events and initiatives.
Join us at workshops, forums, and community gatherings. Most events are free or low-cost to ensure accessibility.
Partner with us to bring training or workshops to your organization or community. We offer customized programming.
Support our events through volunteering opportunities including event setup, registration, and community outreach.
Support community capacity building through event sponsorship. Various levels available to fit different budgets.
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