Strides for Peace & Partner News

Strides for Peace community partner I Grow Chicago’s Robbin Carroll named CNN Hero Finalist

By Mary Stonor Saunders | Oct 9, 2019 | Comments Off on Strides for Peace community partner I Grow Chicago’s Robbin Carroll named CNN Hero Finalist

We are thrilled to share the news that the incredible founder of our beloved Community Partner #IGrowChicago Robbin Carroll has been named as a 2019 CNN Hero finalist. Her vision and bravery…

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Strides for Peace race raises money for Chicago anti-violence neighborhood groups

By Mary Stonor Saunders | Jun 6, 2019 | Comments Off on Strides for Peace race raises money for Chicago anti-violence neighborhood groups

ABC7 Eyewitness News https://abc7chicago.com/community-events/race-raises-money-for-chicago-anti-violence-neighborhood-groups/5336217/

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‘Crosses for Losses’ Artist Hopes to Bring Message of Peace to Chicago

By Mary Stonor Saunders | Jun 6, 2019 | Comments Off on ‘Crosses for Losses’ Artist Hopes to Bring Message of Peace to Chicago

NBC5 Chicago The man behind “Crosses for Losses” is hoping his work can make an impact in Chicago, a city that is still fighting a battle against gun violence. NBC…

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Chicago community race focuses on ending gun violence

By Mary Stonor Saunders | Jun 4, 2019 | Comments Off on Chicago community race focuses on ending gun violence

Cook County Chronicle Hundreds of runners from various backgrounds will all toe the race starting line June 6 with one common cause: making the streets of Chicago safer. Chicago community…

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‘Guitars Over Guns’: Uniting Through Music in Hopes of Ending Violence

By Mary Stonor Saunders | Jun 3, 2019 | Comments Off on ‘Guitars Over Guns’: Uniting Through Music in Hopes of Ending Violence

Music has the power to bring diverse communities together, and help change a young person’s future. NBC 5’s LeeAnn Trotter has the details on a non-profit that’s taking part in…

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From the community: Strides for Peace Race, Advocate Trauma Recovery Center Aim to Build a Stronger Community

By Mary Stonor Saunders | May 28, 2019 | Comments Off on From the community: Strides for Peace Race, Advocate Trauma Recovery Center Aim to Build a Stronger Community

Chicago Tribune Read the story here.

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Strides for Peace Race Against Gun Violence Announces Collaborative Performances featuring Vic Mensa, Civic Orchestra of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Takesha Meshé Kizart-Thomas

By Mary Stonor Saunders | May 23, 2019 | Comments Off on Strides for Peace Race Against Gun Violence Announces Collaborative Performances featuring Vic Mensa, Civic Orchestra of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Takesha Meshé Kizart-Thomas

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Chairman Reboyras to introduce a resolution in recognition of the Strides for Peace Race Against Gun Violence

By Mary Stonor Saunders | May 7, 2019 | Comments Off on Chairman Reboyras to introduce a resolution in recognition of the Strides for Peace Race Against Gun Violence

Press release

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Strides for Peace Announces Civic Partnerships for the 2019 Race Against Gun Violence

By Mary Stonor Saunders | Mar 6, 2019 | Comments Off on Strides for Peace Announces Civic Partnerships for the 2019 Race Against Gun Violence

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Reframing the Narrative: Businesses and Gun Violence

By Mary Stonor Saunders | Dec 17, 2018 | Comments Off on Reframing the Narrative: Businesses and Gun Violence

When nonprofit leaders are asked what businesses can do to stop the cycles of violence in Chicago, their answers often reflect a philanthropic or civic duty model: an urgent need…

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