With homelessness at historic levels in the region, 90% of funds raised directly support BEDS Plus programs that move people from crisis to stability and permanent housing.
BEDS Plus 14th Annual Soup and Bread Event
Our 14th Annual Soup & Bread Event is just around the corner, and tickets are selling quickly! We have sold out the past two years, so we encourage you to secure your spot now before it’s too late. Join us on February 1st for an evening of incredible food, community, […]
BEDS Plus strengthens housing and health programs
BEDS Plus has grown into a leading Cook County provider, offering housing, healthcare and community-based support to nearly 6,000 people.
‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ harnessed to fight homelessness at La Grange fundraiser
La Grange Classic Cinema screened “It’s A Wonderful Life” for about 120 socially conscious residents.
Giving Tuesday is important for organizations like BEDS Plus
Erin Molek joins Bob Sirott to talk about what they do in the community, how they’ve expanded through the years, and why Giving Tuesday is important.
Celebration Ale Supporting BEDS
For every 4-pack purchased, $2 goes directly to BEDS Plus, which provides housing and supportive services as part of the safety net helping survivors.
Summit Service Center Medical Respite Receives National Recognition as a Model Project
We’re proud to announce that the Linda Sokol Francis Summit Service Center Medical Respite has received national recognition by being featured as a model project by HUD Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). This distinction highlights the innovative and effective use of Community CDBG funds to support people experiencing homelessness who […]
Flash Event: BEDS Plus Soup and Bread Event
BEDS Plus recently spoke to the Light Bulb Moments podcast to discuss our upcoming Soup and Bread event. You can listen on Apple Podcasts or on Spotify.
BEDS Plus fundraiser harnesses ‘a great array of different soups’ to fight homelessness
From The Chicago Tribune: Hot soup makes for a great way to warm up on a cold, cold day, and that concept is being harnessed once again to help keep warm hundreds of people who are experiencing homelessness. Tickets are available for the 13th Annual BEDS Plus Soup and Bread […]
The 2025 Point in Time Count Will Be Crucial to Reducing Homelessness in Our Communities
On January 29th, 2025, BEDS will be participating in the Alliance to End Homelessness’ 2025 Point in Time (PIT) count, a one-night snapshot of people experiencing homelessness in suburban Cook County. The PIT count is a national event, and other Continuums of Care (CoCs) throughout the country will be doing […]