The Chicago Coalition for Family Building

The Chicago Coalition for Family Building The Chicago Coalition for Family Building is a not-for-profit that assists individuals struggling with infertility through education and financial assistance.

Formerly, the Kevin J Lederer Life Foundation.

Family building should be accessible for everyone.Join us for a conversation centered on LGBTQ+ family building and the ...
06/01/2026

Family building should be accessible for everyone.

Join us for a conversation centered on LGBTQ+ family building and the evolving legal landscape surrounding parenthood, fertility care, and advocacy for growing families. Coalition board member Ari Cohen, and Partner at Desai & Miller, Nidhi Desai, will discuss important considerations for LGBTQ+ individuals and couples navigating the family-building journey, while highlighting the value of education, support, and community along the way.

📅 June 16
🕐 1 PM CT

Register here: 10bb8622-41fd-45ba-acb7-e8e34f1567e3@1749eab9-fd7c-44c0-be9f-63ecb7d33ab7" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/10bb8622-41fd-45ba-acb7-e8e34f1567e3@1749eab9-fd7c-44c0-be9f-63ecb7d33ab7

June is Pride Month, a time to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community, honor authenticity, and recognize the importance of inclu...
06/01/2026

June is Pride Month, a time to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community, honor authenticity, and recognize the importance of inclusive support and representation.

At the Chicago Coalition for Family Building, we believe everyone deserves access to compassionate resources, education, and support on their path to parenthood, regardless of identity, background, or journey. We’re proud to support and advocate for inclusive family-building care for all.

Kristin and Jacob, recipients of the Path to Parenthood Grant from the Jewish United Fund – Chicago, look forward to the...
05/28/2026

Kristin and Jacob, recipients of the Path to Parenthood Grant from the Jewish United Fund – Chicago, look forward to the opportunity to raise a family deeply rooted in their Jewish culture, tradition, and values. 💛

Since meeting at a Shabbat dinner, faith and community have been central to their lives, and they hope to share that foundation with their future child through meaningful traditions, Shabbat dinners, and time with loved ones.
Kristin and Jacob are excited for the journey ahead as they continue building their family together.

Join us next week, May 21, for a virtual seminar in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month. 💛This conversation will focu...
05/14/2026

Join us next week, May 21, for a virtual seminar in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month. 💛
This conversation will focus on the connection between infertility and mental health, led by Coalition board members Ari Cohen and Lauren Ratliff. Ari brings personal experience as a grant recipient, while Lauren offers professional insight from her work in prenatal and maternal mental health.

Together, they’ll share perspectives, guidance, and support for those navigating the emotional side of the family-building journey. We welcome anyone looking to learn more, feel supported, or be part of the conversation.

Mental Health Awareness Month is a reminder that family building is more than a physical journey—it’s an emotional one, ...
05/12/2026

Mental Health Awareness Month is a reminder that family building is more than a physical journey—it’s an emotional one, too.
At the Coalition, we support individuals and families through every step of building a family, and we recognize the mental health challenges that often come with it. Fertility and family building can bring hope and excitement, but also grief, uncertainty, identity shifts, and a deep sense of isolation that isn’t always visible.

These experiences are often left out of the conversation, even though they are central to the process. Mental health isn’t separate from family building—it’s part of it.
This month, we’re focused on awareness, connection, and making sure no one feels alone in what they may be navigating.

Keep an eye out for our May 21 webinar where we’ll explore this conversation more deeply and talk through the emotional side of family building.

05/07/2026

We’re proud to continue our partnership with Shelle Jewelers.
A portion of every in-store purchase now through Mother’s Day will support the Chicago Coalition for Family Building and the families we serve, turning hope into possibility for those navigating infertility.

The spring grant cycle is here! To help guide you through the application process, Dr. Eve Feinberg, founder of the Chic...
05/05/2026

The spring grant cycle is here!
To help guide you through the application process, Dr. Eve Feinberg, founder of the Chicago Coalition for Family Building, and Laura Weppler, a fertility nurse, Coalition volunteer, and founder of her own practice, walk through it step by step, answering common questions and breaking everything down along the way.

The video is a helpful resource if you’re looking for guidance, clarity, or a place to start.
https://tinyurl.com/38yeaj85

Still have questions? We’re here to help—reach out anytime at [email protected]

Next month, on May 21, we’ll come together for a special virtual seminar in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month...
04/30/2026

Next month, on May 21, we’ll come together for a special virtual seminar in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month.

Coalition board members Ari Cohen and Lauren Ratliff will lead an important conversation on the intersection of infertility and mental health, sharing both professional expertise and personal perspective. Ari is a Coalition grant recipient, bringing firsthand insight into the emotional realities of navigating a family-building journey, while Lauren is the founder of her own practice focused on prenatal and maternal mental health.

Together, they’ll explore the emotional impact infertility can have on individuals, couples, and families—and offer guidance, understanding, and support for those walking this path.

Whether you are personally navigating infertility, supporting someone who is, or simply looking to learn more, this meaningful conversation is for you. Register today: https://bit.ly/4cxEfDr

From now through Mother’s Day, a portion of every in-store purchase at Shelle Jewelers in Northbrook will be generously ...
04/29/2026

From now through Mother’s Day, a portion of every in-store purchase at Shelle Jewelers in Northbrook will be generously donated to the Coalition.

We’re so grateful to Brian A Millman and the entire team at ShellĂ© Jewelers for partnering with us for the third year in a row to support families navigating infertility and help reduce the financial barriers that stand in the way of building a family.

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676 N. Street Clair St. , 23rd Floor, Suite 2310
Chicago, IL
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