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What programs do you offer?All active and current programs can be found under the Programs & Resources tab.
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Where does my donation go?The money that you donate to Brave Space Alliance is used in every corner of the organization, to help us fulfill our mission and serve our community. If you would like to make a contribution, or discuss directing your funds to a specific part of BSA’s work, please contact our Development team at development@bravespacealliance.org.
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Is my donation tax deductible?Brave Space Alliance a 501©(3) tax-exempt organization. All donations may be tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
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How is BSA funded?Brave Space Alliance is funded through a combination of donations from individual donors, foundation and government grants, andand corporate sponsorships. Small donors have always been the financial backbone of our organization. Our organization our median donation size was $20.
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How do monthly donations work?You can set up a monthly donation using our online portal at https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/brave-space-alliance/brave-space-alliance-donations. After you make your initial donation, you will then be charged on the same day of the month as that initial gift for each subsequent month. If you would like to change the day on which your monthly donation is processed, please feel free to contact us at development@bravespacealliance.org, or at 872-333-5199.
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How do I adjust or cancel my monthly donation?To adjust a monthly donation, please email the Development Department at development@bravespacealliance.org, or give us a call at 872-333-5199.
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Is BSA a non-profit organization?Yes! Brave Space Alliance is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit. EIN number: 84-4538090
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I would like to host a fundraiser on behalf of BSA. What do I need to know?We’re so thrilled and appreciative that you’re interested in fundraising for us! Please shoot us an email at development@bravespacealliance.org, and we’d love to talk with you about next steps.
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I want to donate food to the pantry. How do I do that?Your donations have helped us serve some of the city’s most vulnerable populations. Since the Community Pantry’s inception in 2020, we have served over 30,000 individuals. Please continue to donate to our Community Pantry and encourage others to as well. The items we are requesting are: Black Beans Pinto Beans Kidney Beans Rice Pasta Pasta Sauce Canned Corn Canned Green Beans Canned Sweet Peas Canned Mixed Vegetables Canned/Cupped Fruit Canned Soup Oatmeal Honey Nut Cheerios Pop-Tarts Crackers Mac n Cheese Instant Potatoes Flavored Rice Granola Bars Bar Soap/Body Wash Body Lotion Toothpaste and Toothbrushes Shampoo and Conditioner If you would like to donate funds or items to help our efforts, please consider making a monetary donation as well as purchasing items from our Amazon Wishlist. We accept deliveries at our office at 1515 E 52nd Place, Third Floor, Monday. through Thursday 10am-4pm and Friday 10am-2pm. If you have trouble finding us: 872-333-5199. THANK YOU!!!
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How do I get food from the pantry?Our Community Pantry at our office in Hyde Park is open to community members to “shop” and choose from a variety of free, quality grocery and hygiene items. The Community Pantry operates on Monday through Thursday from 10am-4pm and Friday from 10am-2pm.
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What training does BSA offer?We provide a comprehensive range of Cultural Equity Trainings designed for businesses and community organizations committed to fostering inclusive workplaces for trans and gender non-conforming individuals and to promoting racial equity. Our trainings aim to enhance competence and ensure compliance with gender-inclusive and anti-racist practices, benefiting employers and employees throughout Chicago and the Midwest.
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Is there a fee for training.Yes. Please refer to our Training tab here.
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I want to partner with BSA. Who do I contact?For partnerships and collaborations, please contact our Director of Development, Cicilia Robison at ciciliar@bravespacealliance.org
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I want to volunteer with BSA. How do I do that?All volunteer inquiries can be submitted through our volunteer form.
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What items can I donate to BSA?Clothing (good condition) Shoes (good condition) Accessories Fragrance Hygiene products Unused makeup Hair (human and synthetic) Binders Packers We do NOT accept used underwear, lingerie, and socks
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