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We empower women and children to become productive, responsible and independent members of their communities. i.

The Primo Center is a leader in providing family shelter and permanent supportive housing, integrated physical, dental and mental health care, early childhood development and supportive services to homeless families in Chicago. No one will be denied access to services due to an inability to pay; and
ii. There is a discounted/sliding fee schedule available based on family size and income.

10/09/2026

Primo Center was honored to join community partners, advocates, and supporters at this year’s Breakfast with All Chicago. The morning highlighted the power of collaboration in advancing housing stability across our city and reaffirmed our shared commitment to ensuring every family has a safe place to call home.

Thank you to All Chicago for leading an important conversation and for your continued leadership in advancing housing stability throughout Chicago.

10/08/2026

📢 We’re Hiring!

Looking for a career with purpose? Join Primo Center as a House Manager and help create a safe, supportive, and welcoming environment for families experiencing homelessness. If you’re passionate about making a difference and building stronger communities, we’d love to hear from you.

💼 Starting salary: $43,888 annually + benefits

Apply through our website! (link in bio)

10/02/2026

We are so grateful for partners who show up—not just with resources, but with their time, talents and hands. ❤️

More than 35 Target volunteers recently spent two days at Primo Center’s Englewood location transforming a classroom used by infants and preschoolers whose families are experiencing homelessness.

The Target Chicagoland Property Management team rolled up their sleeves, removed the existing flooring and installed new carpeting in our infant care area and new tile in our preschool space.

For the children we serve, a classroom is more than a room. It is a place to learn, play, feel safe and simply be a child while their parents work toward greater stability for their families.

And this isn’t Target’s first time showing up for Primo. Over the years, Target volunteers have helped revitalize our gardens, organize donations and improve spaces across our locations.

Thank you Target for continuing to invest in Primo Center and the families we serve—and thank you to The Citizen Newspaper Group for sharing this wonderful story with the community.

Read the story: https://citizennewspapergroup.com/news/2026/oct/01/target-volunteers-transform-classroom-at-primo-womens-shelter-in-englewood/

09/23/2026

Thank you for hosting a powerful Mental Health First Aid Training session with Primo Center’s House and Case Managers.

And a special thank you to Gia Washington and Lisa Guardiola for leading thoughtful conversations about recognizing, understanding, and responding to mental health challenges.

For families and individuals experiencing homelessness, mental health support is often just as critical as housing itself. Equipping our staff with these tools helps us provide more compassionate, trauma-informed care and better support residents on their path toward stability.

Thank you for investing in our team and the people we serve.

09/07/2026

This Labor Day, we are honoring the dedicated Primo Center staff who make our mission possible every day.

Our team shows up with compassion, care, and commitment to support families experiencing homelessness as they work toward stability.

Today and every day, we are grateful for the people whose work helps create brighter futures for the families we serve.

Happy Labor Day from Primo Center!

09/03/2026

A special thank you to our friends at Chicago HOPES for Kids! For years, their dedicated team has brought learning, encouragement, and stability to children living at Primo Center through afterschool and summer programs on our Englewood campus.

From tutoring and enrichment activities to the caring relationships they build with students, Chicago HOPES for Kids helps children experiencing homelessness gain confidence, stay engaged in learning, and see new possibilities for their future.

We are deeply grateful for their partnership and for the lasting difference they make in the lives of the children and families we serve every day.

08/19/2026

For families experiencing homelessness, securing supplies for the upcoming school year can be a major source of stress.

That’s why we’re so grateful to our partners NAHSE Chicago for supporting Primo families during this back-to-school season. Volunteers donated and packed backpacks full of books and supplies, giving our youth the chance to choose what they needed to feel ready and confident for a new school year.

Thank you to all the volunteers who helped bring this meaningful event to life. And a special thank you to NAHSE President Naomi Tolbert and NAHSE Secretary Jamia Thomas for their leadership.

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08/14/2026

Recently, the Eastern Stars Chapter #8 hosted a Purses of Purpose event for our ladies at Primo center.

As the name suggests, this event was about more than just purses. It was a gesture of dignity and care for women experiencing homelessness. It was a reminder that every woman deserves to be seen, valued, and supported. Through fellowship and compassion, the event created a meaningful space full of warmth.

A special thank you to Ms. Sherese Reed and everyone who helped make this event possible. This is what compassion in action truly looks like!

08/12/2026

Primo Center was honored to be awarded a $10,000 grant from the Chicago Chapter of The Links, Incorporated. CEO Felicia Davis Blakley was presented the grant at the 63rd Annual Cotillion where nonprofits were recognized for their service.

This grant will make a vital impact in our continued efforts to uplift our families experiencing homelessness. Thank you ChiLinks1950 for your generous support!

08/03/2026

At Primo Center, people are always at the heart of our work.

This truth is a guiding principle as we navigate a future that is becoming increasingly digital. Our partners at RedMane Technology - US and Canada led a discussion on how AI can be used ethically to streamline our operations, strengthen our processes, and better serve our families.

Thank you to Primo Board Member Cheryl Hartshorne, Allison Lowery, Brent Mix, and the RedMane team for leading this discussion and investing in Primo’s mission. We look forward to continuing the conversation and maximizing our impact!

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6212 S Sangamon
Chicago, IL
60621

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http://www.primocenter.org/

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