About Chicagoland Habitat

Chicagoland Habitat for Humanity leverages capacity building, growth, marketing and advocacy by working in collaboration with the eight affiliates across Chicagoland.

Summary

Chicagoland Habitat for Humanity (CHFH) is a support organization for the eight Habitat for Humanity affiliates in the Chicagoland area with a goal to significantly increase the number of families served in the region. There is a staggering need for housing support in the Chicago metro area and an opportunity for Habitat to do even more than we do today. CHFH was created to leverage capacity building, growth, marketing and advocacy by working in collaboration with the eight affiliates across Chicagoland.

Our Vision

A world where everyone has a decent place to live.

Our Mission

Seeking to put God’s love into action, Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities and hope.

Core Values

Faith

Habitat for Humanity an ecumenical Christian ministry. All who desire to be a part of this work are welcome, regardless of religious preference or background. We have a policy of building with people in need regardless of race or religion. We welcome volunteers and supporters from all backgrounds.

Non-Proselytizing Policy

Chicagoland Habitat for Humanity will not proselytize, nor will we work with entities or individuals who insist on proselytizing as part of their work with Habitat. Chicagoland Habitat will not offer assistance on the expressed or implied condition that people must adhere to or convert to a particular faith or listen and respond to messaging designed to induce conversion to a particular faith.

Volunteerism's Long-Term Impact

Habitat affiliates welcome volunteers to build homes, serve on various Board committees, assist at the job sites, work with our dedicated employees at ReStores, fundraise through various means and donate supplies and money. Chicagoland Habitat welcomes volunteers to serve on our Board of Directors and committees. Volunteers find their experience very rewarding.

Stewardship

We are committed to the highest level of accountability to our donors, partner families and communities.  We use donor funds efficiently and wisely, which creates a high degree of trust among our donor community.

Inclusiveness

We value and embrace diversity through all aspects of our organization.

Ethical Leadership

We value the dedication of our Board of Directors and staff.  We hold them to the highest ethical standards as they work to achieve our mission.

Innovation

We encourage and embrace innovative practices.

Partnership

We value our partnership with Habitat for Humanity International and actively support its global mission.

Individual Tickets

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First Look for Charity 2023 Tickets

Official Hotel

WHY NOT MAKE A SPECIAL EVENT EVEN MORE MOMENTOUS? THE CHICAGO AUTO SHOW HAS PARTNERED WITH THE HYATT REGENCY MCCORMICK PLACE TO OFFER AN EXCEPTIONAL RATE FOR GUESTS ATTENDING FIRST LOOK FOR CHARITY.

Hyatt Regency McCormick Place

The Chicago Auto Show is proud to announce its continued partnership with the Hyatt Regency McCormick Place as the official hotel for the 2023 Chicago Auto Show.

Just a 5-minute indoor walk from the McCormick Place show floor, experience modern guestrooms and sweeping views of the Chicago Skyline. Overnight guests of the hotel will receive a 15% discount at our multiple on-site food and beverage outlets.

The negotiated rate for First Look for Charity, scheduled for Friday, February 10 is $143*. Internet and health club/pool access is included with the price of the room.

Vehicle Giveaway

One highlight of the First Look for Charity is the vehicle giveaway. Over the years, lucky winners have driven off with the keys to 50 vehicles, including a Chevrolet Corvette and Dodge Viper. Any attendee who has purchased a ticket is eligible to win. However, the winner must be present at the time of the drawing.

This year, the giveaway vehicles are a 2023 Honda CR-V Touring Hybrid or a 2023 Subaru Crosstrek Sport. Winner must be present at the time of the drawing.

[1] A random drawing of ticket stubs for all attendees at the First Look for Charity Event with be made upon open stage during the course of the event. Vehicle(s) will be awarded at that time. If the owner of the winning ticket stub drawn fails to claim prize within a reasonable time, as determined solely by the Chicago Auto Trade Association, his right to the vehicle will be forfeited and an additional ticket stub will be drawn. The odds of winning depend upon the number of ticket stubs collected. Substitutions for the vehicle are not permitted; there are no cash award alternatives. Void where prohibited by law. Winner agrees to permit the Chicago Automobile Trade Association and/or the First Look for Charity Foundation to use his/her picture for future publicity and promotion without compensation. Winner further agrees to provide name, address and Social Security number to the Chicago Automobile Trade Association and/or the First Look for Charity Foundation, and to be responsible for any and all taxes, including Federal and State income taxes, state and local sales taxes or excise taxes, as applicable. Winner further acknowledges that he/she will be provided a Federal Form 1099 at year end indicating the full value of the prize awarded.