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Our five main topics of Newsletters are Perspectives, The Sunburst, The Sunrise, Participant Stories, and messages from our CEO. Below is a short description about our topics:
Perspectives: Opinion pieces are shared on a specific issue that is related it any of our service categories, generally tied to a current event.
The Sunburst: Quick bite-sized Brightpoint updates and event highlights.
The Sunrise: Offers an authentic human experience, connected to why and what Brightpoint offers.
Participant Stories: Hear from our participants about their empowering stories.
A Message from Our CEO: Our CEO, Mike Shaver, provides updates on organization wide information.
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2023
January
Perspectives: Changing the Diaper Math for Illinois families
February
Participant Stories: Good News About Dads
Participant Stories: Celebrating Black History Month
March
Participant Stories: Working full-time & parenting full-time is challenging
Perspectives: Systemic Change is Needed: Social Service Agencies Can’t Heal Trauma Alone
April
Perspectives: Reflections on Child Abuse Prevention Month: Strengthening Families is the Key
May
Perspectives: A new name, a bright chapter for Children’s Home & Aid
June
Perspectives: Strong families create thriving children
July
Participant Stories: Resilient Mom’s Journey: From Rainy Commutes to Bright Futures
August
Perspectives: The FY 24 Budget Puts Illinois Youth On the Path To Recovering From the Pandemic.
Participant Stories: Building a Village of Support for Families in Crisis
The Sunburst: Brightpoint’s Back-To-School Block Party & Mural Unveiling
Participant Stories: Ready for school, thanks to generous donors and community partners
September
Participant Stories: From Surviving to Thriving – With Your Help
Participant Stories: Butterfly Project: Healing Trauma by Supporting Families
The Sunrise: It Takes a Village – Youth Mental Health and Wellness
October
Participant Stories: Doula program supports new moms
The Sunburst: Advancing Fathers is now offering a Spanish speaking workshop!
Perspectives: Chicago students are in crisis. Here’s how we can help them heal.
November
Participant Stories: Mobility Mentoring
Perspectives: Early Childhood Programs can Address the Trauma of Migrant Families
December
Participant Stories: El Hogar Del Nino
A Message From CEO Mike Shaver
Participant Stories: Comprehensive Youth Development Services
2024
January
Participant Stories: Extended Family Support Program
Perspectives: Transformative Social Services Begin with Listening to Families Needs
February
The Sunburst: Brightpoint & The Human Rights Campaign Partner for LGBTQ+ Inclusivity
March
A Message from CEO Mike Shaver
April
Sunburst: Reducing Diaper Insecurity to Strengthen Economic Stability for Families
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