Current events
UNZIPPED: THE STATE OF FASHION
UNCENSORED
Art without limitations.
Open mic night.
Past events
TIPPING THE PAIN SCALE
On March 21st and 22nd, the mvmnt. partnered with the Health Care Council of Chicago to host a showing of Tipping the Pain Scale, a film about the addiction crisis in America, at the Music Box and DuSable Museum. We had the honor of having Spoken Word Artist/Educator-Joseph Green and Pro Bowl Player-Darren Waller, who were also featured in the film, join us for this fundraising event. All funds collected from this event were used for the establishment of the basement.
We want to thank David Smith, as well as the team of HC3 and Tipping the Pain Scale for their participation and contribution!
Check out details about the film below.
https://www.tippingthepainscale.com/#see-the-film
HORROR AND HOPE
On October 28th, 2022 the mvmnt. hosted Horror and Hope, a Halloween event where members gathered to discuss #TheMeaningBehindThePhrase. This event detailed the real life horrors faced in our communities as it pertains to police brutality and injustices within the system. Discussion about phrases such as Skittles and Arizona and Toy Gun in the Park, that can be found on our merchandise were the highlight of this event. To help alleviate stress that can come from learning about such horrific events, the mvmnt. hosted a pumpkin painting session directly after the presentation and discussion.
TOYS AND TOTS
In December 2022, the mvmnt. hosted its annual Toys for Tots-Toy Drive. We were able to collect 15 toys and raise $200 to donate to Comer Children’s Hospital for their 2023 programming. We would like to thank everyone for their donations, and send a special thank you to The Woman of Enlightenment Chapter of the National Association of Colored Women’s Club, as well as the men of Omega Psi Phi for their major contributions!
LOVE IS TIMELESS
On February 13, 2023 the mvmnt. hosted a Valentine’s Day paint party fundraiser. Guests were able to register online to reserve a canvas to paint by themselves or with a loved one while enjoying refreshments and a night of love songs. All proceeds from this event went into funding our 2023 Summer Art Program - “Another Brick in The Wall”. For more information on programming, please visit Programming — THE MVMNT. (themvmntchicago.org).
A special thank you to Chicago Crossroads Corvette Club, Chi-Town Exotic Corvette Club, the families of Antwan and LaShon Wilson, Nieta Linzy, Howard Lindsey, Gail Coleman, Mary Griffin and Loving Arms Daycare for your major donations!
KICKBALL-BACK TO SCHOOL FUNDRAISER
On Saturday, July 29th the mvmnt. partnered with Chicago Greek Weekend to host a Kickball Game/Back to School fundraiser. Teams spent the entire month of July gaining points by raising money to donate school supplies to local youth. With the help of Chicago Corvette Crossroads, we were able to donate 50 book-bags and raise $820.
A special thank you to Chicago Greek Weekend, the members of the Divine 9, and all of our attendees!
SWEETEST DAY - THE ORIGINAL WAY
Spearheaded by Board Member Whitney Mittons, for the month of October, the mvmnt. collected and donated items to celebrate Sweetest Day the way it was intended to be celebrated.
Contrary to popular belief, Sweetest Day is not intended to be “Valentine’s Day for Men”, it was originally instituted by confectioners in the Great Lakes region as a day to show love to those who are often forgotten about in society. The target demographic was widow and orphans. While the day has evolved into something different, we still believe the original intention of the day is a very worthy cause that should not be forgotten.
We want to thank everyone who made both monetary and item donations, your contributions were greatly appreciated!
TOYS AND TUNES - 2023 TOY DRIVE
In December 2023 the mvmnt. partnered with Chicago Greek Weekend to host Toys and Tunes: a holiday event that required a toy donation for free entry. On Christmas Eve the mvmnt. then hit the streets of Chicago to donate over 100 toys to the children of Teresa Goldsberry Community house located on the south side of Chicago, and UCAN Residential Home located on the west side of Chicago, with the help of the men of the Pi Beta Chapter of Omega Psi Phi.
We would like to thank our partners, volunteers and all donors who helped make this year’s holiday drive one to remember, your contribution was greatly appreciated.
Kickball- Back to School Drive
On Saturday, July 27th, the mvmnt. banded together with members of the Divine 9 to host our second annual Kickball- Back to School Drive. Through this drive members were able to provide over 50 youth with supplies for the upcoming school year.
Thanksgiving Clothing Drive
During the Thanksgiving season, members collected clothing items and shoes to donate to local youth in Chicago.
OWT n About: Santa’s Helpers
For the 2024 Christmas holiday members of the mvmnt. collaborated with members of the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. Illinois Chapters to hand-deliver toys to youth residing at Comer Children’s Hospital, UCAN Residential Home and the Southside Center of Hope, as well as members of the St. James Church.