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This month’s Community Champion initiative featured founder of the Chicagoland nonprofit, Gyrls in the H.O.O.D. Foundation. The organization hosted its Grand Opening event with grocery giveaways, community resources and more, along with a closet giveaway event where community members are invited to “shop” for free clothing, shoes, household items and more.

To the founders surprise we attended the events with donations of baby items, groceries, shoes and apparel from DTLR and volunteers to help where needed. We also presented a check to the organization, recognizing the important work they are doing in and for their community.

Gyrls in the H.O.O.D.’s mission is to increase positive reproductive health outcomes amongst adolescent females residing in urban areas considered the “hood”. This 501c(3) nonprofit organization that takes pride in meeting the basic needs of Chicagoland gyrls. The nonprofit also aims to redefine negative stereotypes placed on women and girls based on their zip codes, with a mission to increase positive reproductive health outcomes amongst adolescent females residing in urban areas.

Founder, Chez Smith is truly redefining negative stereotypes placed on gyrls based on their zip codes. Her core principles are integrated through our programs which revolve around sexual health education, community service, and excellence recognition. Her organization has engaged and served hundreds of gyrls across the city through education, empowerment, events, and we look forward to offering our continued support so they can continue to reach thousands more.