We Build Hope

Kimberly Townsend, buildOn

buildOn is an international service learning organization with a mission to break the cycle of poverty, illiteracy & low expectations through service. They bring to life what student are learning in the classroom & connect it with service.

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Feb 10, 2021

Hosted by: Paul Lisnek
Produced by: Greater Chicago Newsmakers Team
#Illinois #General Interest #Local
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