Organizations
Action Ridge
Action Ridge is a non-partisan, social justice and community-action organization based in Park Ridge, Illinois. The group advocates for inclusion, respect, equity, and the environment by mobilizing residents through education, legislative action, and collaboration with local officials
Chicago Coalition of Welcoming Churches
The Chicago Coalition of Welcoming Churches is a collaboration of more than 100 churches and other ministries in the Chicago metropolitan area which welcome and affirm people of all sexual orientations and gender identities.
Free Mom Hugs
Free Mom Hugs is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to celebrating the LGBTQ+ community through visibility, education, and, of course, hugs. Our mission is simple but powerful: to ensure that every person feels seen, valued, and loved exactly as they are. At Pride, we show up as moms, dads, allies, and advocates offering what many in the LGBTQ+ community have been denied—unconditional love, affirmation, and support. With open arms and full hearts, we provide free hugs to anyone who needs one, creating moments of connection that can be healing, joyful, and deeply meaningful. Whether someone is celebrating, searching, or simply showing up as their authentic self, we are here to say: you are worthy, you belong, and you are loved. Because sometimes, a hug can change everything.
The Harbour
The Harbour is a Park Ridge-based nonprofit that provides emergency shelter, transitional housing, and support services for homeless and vulnerable youth (ages 12–23), including young mothers with children and survivors of human trafficking
The Juniper Center
Their team of experienced mental health professionals create individual treatment plans to help clients meet their goals.
Park Ridge Public Library
The first Park Ridge Public Library opened its doors on December 6, 1913. The original building, built with a $7,500 grant rom the Carnegie Foundation still stands at 1 N. Northwest Hwy. The original building served as the City’s library for 44 years until a new one was built across the street. The current library was built in 1958. An addition was added in 1977 that doubled the size of the building. Today the Library is open seven days a week, a total of 70 hours, and averages more than 1,200 visitors per day.
Spolight-Elevate-Engage
Spotlight Elevate Engage is a grassroots political action committee based in Park Ridge, Illinois, focused on local civic engagement. They are primarily dedicated to endorsing local candidates, advocating for specific policy issues, and empowering residents in government affairs across Park Ridge, Niles, and Des Plaines
Vision for Chicago
Vision for Chicago is a community-rooted nonprofit dedicated to removing untreated vision as a barrier to opportunity for justice-impacted adults. We bring high-quality, vision care directly into reentry programs, workforce development sites, and community organizations across Chicago’s South and West Sides. At Vision for Chicago, clear vision is more than a medical service. It is a pathway to stability, confidence, and possibility. We are honored to walk alongside individuals rebuilding their lives and the community partners who support them.