Taskforce Prevention & Community Services

10/07/2026

Meet Pieces, Austin’s free thrift store! 💜👕 TaskForce’s clothing closet is expanding into a space where our participants can find their next favorite pieces for free.

Help us bring Pieces to life! We’re accepting clothing donations, mannequins, clothing racks, hangers, and other store display supplies. Have something to contribute? DM us to coordinate a donation.

Visit TaskForce at 9 N. Cicero Ave. to connect with our services and check out Pieces!

10/06/2026

We've got two ways to prioritize your wellness this October! TaskForce is bringing together free health, wellness, and self-care opportunities for our community!

🏥 Health Fair — Wednesday, Oct. 21 | 12–4 PM
Connect with community resources, health screenings, testing, vaccines, and more—plus enter for a chance to win a $100 gift card.
🔗 Register: bit.ly/TF-Health

🧖🏾 Spa Day — Saturday, Oct. 24 | 10 AM–2 PM
Take some time to unwind with acupuncture, facials, fire cupping, massage therapy, tarot readings, giveaways, and more.
🔗 Register: bit.ly/TF_SpaDay

Both events are FREE. Come care for your health, recharge, and connect with TaskForce!

10/06/2026

We've got two ways to prioritize your wellness this October! TaskForce is bringing together free health, wellness, and self-care opportunities for our community!

🏥 Health Fair — Wednesday, Oct. 21 | 12–4 PM
Connect with community resources, health screenings, testing, vaccines, and more—plus enter for a chance to win a $100 gift card.
🔗 Register: bit.ly/TF-Health

🧖🏾 Spa Day — Saturday, Oct. 24 | 10 AM–2 PM
Take some time to unwind with acupuncture, facials, fire cupping, massage therapy, tarot readings, giveaways, and more.
📍 9 N. Cicero Ave.
🔗 Register: bit.ly/TF_SpaDay

Both events are FREE. Come care for your health, recharge, and connect with TaskForce!

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10/05/2026

TaskForce x WGN News 4ever 🔥💜! Thanks for having us on to talk about !

10/01/2026

We’re hiring! TaskForce is looking for a Ryan White Case Manager to join our team and help provide compassionate, client-centered support to people living with HIV. This role is an opportunity to connect clients with essential resources, navigate services, and help strengthen access to care and support.

If you’re passionate about health equity, community care, and making a meaningful impact on Chicago’s West Side, we’d love to hear from you. Learn more and apply at taskforcechicago.org/jobs.

09/30/2026

A huge thank you to Rush University Medical Center’s LGBTQ+ ERG for raising more than $5,300 for TaskForce during Pride Month! We’re grateful for their generosity, partnership, and commitment to supporting LGBTQ+ communities on Chicago's West Side. 💜

09/29/2026

Protecting young people online should never come at the cost of cutting off the community they rely on. In a new op-ed for Windy City Times, TaskForce Executive Director Chris Balthazar takes a closer look at Illinois’ new online safety law and why we need to consider its potential unintended consequences for LGBTQ+ youth.

Read the full op-ed below:

For over 35 years, TaskForce has served LGBTQ+ youth of Color in Chicago’s West Side. The young people who walk into our building come to find resources and on-site referrals, HIV/STI screening and education, and a safe space for fellowship and community. Oftentimes, members of our staff are the f...

09/24/2026

We’re proud to celebrate the incredible leaders being honored at Vogue for Good 2026! This year’s Legacy Award recipients have made a lasting impact through their leadership, advocacy, and commitment to our communities:

🏆 Dr. Cynthia Tucker, Senior Vice President of Prevention and Community Partnerships at AIDS Foundation Chicago — Dr. Henry-Reid Legendary Award

🏆 Dr. Keith Green, Executive Director of the Chicago Black Gay Men's Caucus — Antonio King Stars Award

🏆 Sidney Thomas — Dr. Margo Bell Icon Award

Join us on October 15 as we celebrate their contributions alongside the creativity, resilience, and legacy of Ballroom culture at TaskForce’s annual signature benefit fundraiser! Your ticket helps support TaskForce’s work providing resources for LGBTQ+ youth and communities on Chicago’s West Side.

Get Tickets: bit.ly/Vogue4Good.

09/23/2026

Fresh, free, and brought straight to the community! 🥦🥕🍅

Join us at Taskforce Prevention & Community Services for our upcoming Farmer Market Day! We’re handing out FREE produce to help keep our neighborhood healthy and nourished.

📍 Where: 103 N Laramie Ave, Chicago, IL 60644
🗓️ When: Saturday, Sept 26 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

pull up and grab some fresh veggies for FREE! — first come, first served while supplies last.

Special thanks to The Reva & David
Logan Foundation for supporting this initiative.

09/14/2026

This Wednesday is Produce Day! Stop by TaskForce starting at 12 pm to get free fresh fruits and vegetables.